Sony Increases Prices for PlayStation 5 and Portal Handheld Device

Sony has announced a significant price increase across its PlayStation 5 (PS5) lineup, including the standard and Pro versions, as well as the PlayStation Portal remote handheld device. This decision, revealed in a blog post on March 27, reflects ongoing economic challenges faced by tech companies globally.

In the post, Sony described the price hike as a “necessary step” in response to persistent pressures within the global economic landscape. The company recognizes the impact this decision will have on its gaming community, emphasizing that careful evaluation led to this choice to ensure continued delivery of high-quality, innovative gaming experiences to players worldwide.

New Pricing Overview for PS5 and Portal

The revised pricing is set to take effect across all regions starting on April 2. Below is a breakdown of the new prices for the PS5 consoles and the Portal handheld:

United States

PS5: $649.99
PS5 Digital Edition: $599.99
PS5 Pro: $899.99

United Kingdom

PS5: £569.99
PS5 Digital Edition: £519.99
PS5 Pro: £789.99

Europe

PS5: €649.99
PS5 Digital Edition: €599.99
PS5 Pro: €899.99

Japan

PS5: ¥97, 980
PS5 Digital Edition: ¥89, 980
PS5 Pro: ¥137, 980

The base model of the PS5 will see an increase of $100, while the PS5 Pro will climb by $150. Additionally, the PlayStation Portal’s price will rise by $50, setting the new retail price at $249.99 in the US, £219.99 in the UK, €249.99 in Europe, and ¥39, 980 in Japan.

While the specific rationale behind these increases was not detailed, several factors likely contributed, including rising production costs and a global RAM shortage. Sony is not alone in this trend; Microsoft previously raised prices for its Xbox Series X|S consoles and accessories in 2025, and Nintendo is also contemplating a price increase for its anticipated Switch 2 console.

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