"By the end of next week it will cost at least $150 more. Sony cites 'pressures in the global economic landscape' for the decision. As sympathetic as one might be to the plight of the modern day tech company in these unprecedented times, some would argue that Sony hasn't really offered anything this generation that makes the PS5 so invaluable it feels worth the extra $150 from what it cost in 2020."
"The internet is reacting with a mix of disbelief at the console maker's audacity, annoyance at the circumstances that got us here, nostalgia for when consoles actually went down in price, and worry about what this could mean for the PlayStation 6 price whenever it launches in 2027 or beyond."
"On the one hand, tariffs and the global economy are making prices go up for everything. On the other hand, who the hell in heaven and earth would buy one of these in 2026."
The PlayStation 5 will see a price increase of at least $150, attributed to global economic pressures. Many consumers feel that Sony has not provided enough value to justify this increase. The reaction online includes disbelief, annoyance, and nostalgia for past price trends. Concerns are also raised about the potential pricing of the PlayStation 6, with predictions suggesting it could launch at $700 or more. The situation reflects broader economic challenges affecting consumer electronics.
Read at Kotaku
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