PS5 Prices Rise by $50 as Economic Pressures Mount

Sony is raising the prices of all PS5 models by $50 starting August 21 due to economic challenges, including higher production tariffs. The PS5 Slim will now cost $550, the Slim Digital Edition $500, and the PS5 Pro $750. However, a PS5 Slim Digital bundle with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available for $400 at select retailers until the price hike kicks in. This move follows recent increases by Microsoft and hints of potential price changes from Nintendo, as the gaming industry braces for impact.

Published on: 8/20/2025

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