PS5: Sony increases prices – console in Europe 50 euros more expensive
Sony has decided that due to currency trends and inflation, the PlayStation 5 will become more expensive in select markets in Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), Asia Pacific (APAC), Latin America (LATAM) and Canada. In Europe, the disc version of the Playstation 5 will cost €549.99. In the US, the price remains the same as before.
Jim Ryan, President & CEO of Sony announced in a official blog postthat the price of the Playstation 5 will increase significantly in many parts of the world. Reasons include rising inflation and currency exchange rates in some countries. For example, the euro has weakened significantly against the dollar in recent months. That’s one factor why the Playstation 5 Disc version in Europe will cost €549.99 and the Digital Edition – €449.99.
Jim Ryan’s official statement said: “The global economic environment is a challenge that is undoubtedly faced by many of you around the world. We are witnessing high inflation rates and unfavorable currency trends around the world, which are affecting consumers and putting pressure on many industries In light of these difficult economic conditions, Sony Interactive Entertainment has made the difficult decision to change the MSRP for the PlayStation 5 (buy now €740.00) in select markets in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia Pacific (APAC), Latin America (LATAM) and Canada. There will be no price increase in the United States. “
The new prices of the Playstation 5 in Europe and Co.
- Europe
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – €549.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – €449.99
- UK
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – £479.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – £389.99
- Japan (effective Sept. 15, 2022)
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – ¥60,478 yen (including tax)
- PS5 Digital Edition – ¥49,478 yen (including tax)
- China
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – ¥4,299 yuan
- PS5 Digital Edition – ¥3,499 yuan
- Australia
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – AUD $799.95
- PS5 Digital Edition – AUD $649.95
- Mexico
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – MXN $14,999
- PS5 Digital Edition – MXN $12,499
- Canada
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – CAD $649.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – CAD $519.99.
Source | blog.playstation.com
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