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Sony's PS5 Prices To Increase in Japan
Sony’s PS5 Prices To Increase in Japan
It’s not often that we see the price of a video game console increase over time, but that’s exactly what’s happening with the PS5 in Japan. As reported by The Verge senior reporter Tom Warren, Sony is set to raise the price of both PS5 models in Japan by 13,000 yen, which is roughly equivalent to $90 in the US, starting September 2.
Why the Price Hike?
This isn’t the first time Sony has raised the price of the PS5 in Japan. In fact, it’s the third time since the console’s launch in late 2020. The previous price hikes were attributed to global inflation and adverse currency trends. It’s likely that these factors are still at play, contributing to the latest price increase.
What’s Next for the PS5?
Despite the price hike, Sony is still looking to release new hardware, including a potential PS5 Pro. According to reports, the new system could be released as early as October or November, with a price tag to match its upgraded specs.
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Sony’s PS5 Prices To Increase in Japan
It’s not often that we see the price of a video game console increase over time, but that’s exactly what’s happening with the PS5 in Japan. As reported by The Verge senior reporter Tom Warren, Sony is set to raise the price of both PS5 models in Japan by 13,000 yen, which is roughly equivalent to $90 in the US, starting September 2.
Why the Price Hike?
This isn’t the first time Sony has raised the price of the PS5 in Japan. In fact, it’s the third time since the console’s launch in late 2020. The previous price hikes were attributed to global inflation and adverse currency trends. It’s likely that these factors are still at play, contributing to the latest price increase.
What’s Next for the PS5?
Despite the price hike, Sony is still looking to release new hardware, including a potential PS5 Pro. According to reports, the new system could be released as early as October or November, with a price tag to match its upgraded specs.
