Sony Increases PS5 Price in UK, Australia, and Various Countries; Impact on India Uncertain
PlayStation 5 (PS5) owners in several regions are facing price increases for the console and its accessories, according to recent announcements by Sony.
In a move that affects Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Australia, and New Zealand, Sony has decided to increase the prices of the PS5 consoles. The standard PS5 console will now cost €499.99 in Europe, AUD $829.95 in Australia, and NZD $949.95 in New Zealand. The digital edition will be priced at €449.99 in Europe, AUD $749.95 in Australia, and NZD $859.95 in New Zealand.
Interestingly, the price of the detachable Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive for PS5 has seen a reduction in some markets. In the UK, it now costs £69.99, while in Australia, it is AUD $124.95. In New Zealand, the price stands at NZD $139.95.
Sony has also increased the cost of the PlayStation Plus subscription service in more than 20 nations. The new prices will take effect after users' subsequent billing cycle following June 24.
However, the price increase does not affect the PS5 console prices in the United States. The price of the standard PS5 console remains unchanged in all mentioned markets.
The company cited a difficult economic environment marked by high inflation and constantly fluctuating exchange rates as the reason for the price increase. This is not the first time Sony has raised PS5 prices due to economic pressures. In 2022, the company increased PS5 prices by up to 20% in many markets worldwide, excluding the US, citing global economic, inflationary, and supply chain pressures.
Recent reports suggest that new tariffs and other challenges may result in price increases for the PS5 in India and the US in the coming months. However, Sony has not announced any changes to PS5 pricing in these regions yet.
It's worth noting that the price hike for the PS5 in India appears to reflect broader economic challenges rather than a singular tariff change. First-party PS5 games also saw a price increase in India starting July 2025, indicating a broader pricing adjustment in the market.
Despite the price increases, promotional discounts such as the Amazon Prime Day Sale 2025 have significantly reduced the effective price temporarily, offering some relief to consumers.
In the UK, the updated price for the PlayStation 5 digital edition will be £429.99, an increase from £389.99. The detachable Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive for PS5 now costs £69.99 in the UK.
In conclusion, while the PS5 prices are rising in select markets, consumers can still find temporary relief through promotional sales. The price increases are a response to economic challenges and fluctuating exchange rates, rather than a singular tariff change.
Technology-driven entertainment devices, such as the PlayStation 5 (PS5), are experiencing price hikes in certain regions. In Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, the cost of standard and digital edition PS5 consoles has increased.
On the flip side, the price of the detachable Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive for PS5 has decreased in some markets, providing a slight counterbalance to the overall increase in gadget costs.
