Tariffs are shaking up the gaming scene. Sony's raising PS5 prices in Europe but throwing discounts during PlayStation Days of Play, likely to draw in buyers before U.S. hikes hit. Meanwhile, Microsoft is hiking Xbox prices to protect profits, even as sales lag behind Sony. With the Series S starting at $380 and the Series X at $600, gamers may hesitate. Plus, first-party games will cost $79.99 this holiday, possibly setting off a chain reaction in the industry.
Published on: 6/9/2025
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