Sony Hikes PS5 Prices in U.S. Amid Trade Tensions
Starting from August 22, 2025, Sony has announced a price hike of $50 for all PlayStation 5 models in the U.S. The decision has been taken in light of the increased economic burden created by the newly introduced customs tariffs, particularly those introduced first by the Trump Administration and resurrected by the present one.
The price change affects the PS5 Standard Edition, which is now priced at $549, the PS5 Digital Edition at $499, and the PS5 Pro, which has risen to $749. This is the first time Sony has increased the prices of PlayStation 5 hardware in the United States since the console debuted in 2020.
Sony noted rising operational costs and inevitable market forces as justifications for the price increase in an official statement; however, experts believe that the impact o...