PS5 Price Hike: Sony Increases PlayStation 5 Cost by €100

March 27, 2026 Rachel Kim – Technology Editor Technology

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced a price increase for the PlayStation 5 (PS5) across most European markets, including the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. The standard PS5 will now retail for €549.99, a rise of €50, while the digital edition will cost €449.99, an increase of €100. The price adjustments went into effect immediately, according to reports from Nieuwsblad, HLN, and Tweakers.

The company cited the challenging global economic environment as the primary driver behind the decision. “We’re facing significant headwinds, including global economic uncertainty and supply chain disruptions,” a statement relayed by multiple outlets explained. IGN Benelux reported that the price hikes too apply to the forthcoming PS5 Pro and the PlayStation Portal, though specific pricing for those devices was not detailed in initial reports.

The price increase marks a shift in strategy for Sony, which had previously maintained the PS5’s launch price despite ongoing component shortages and logistical challenges. 4gamers.be noted that the PS5 Pro is now expected to retail for around €900, a substantial increase that could impact consumer demand.

Industry analysts suggest that Microsoft and Nintendo may follow suit with price increases for their respective consoles, the Xbox Series X/S and the Nintendo Switch. HLN quoted sources indicating that Sony’s move “would not come as a surprise” if other manufacturers adopted similar measures. However, as of Friday, March 27, 2026, neither Microsoft nor Nintendo have publicly announced any changes to their console pricing.

The price adjustments come after Xbox originally declined to bring Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 to the PS5, a decision later reversed. According to Pure Xbox, Sony had inquired about the possibility of the simulator appearing on the PS5 years prior to its eventual release on the platform in December 2024. The availability of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PS5 was confirmed by PlayStation.Blog on December 8, 2024.