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The PS5 just gained a 50% sales rank at Amazon as shoppers flock to beat the price rises
Sony is implementing price increases for its PlayStation 5 consoles and accessories starting April 2. The PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition will rise to $599, the Slim Disc model to $649, and the Pro to $999. The PlayStation Portal handheld will also see a price jump from $199.99 to $249.99. These changes have led to a surge in sales rank for the PS5 Digital Edition on Amazon as consumers rush to purchase before the price hike.
The PS5 Pro shot up Amazon's best seller list after recent price hike announcement
Following Sony Interactive Entertainment's announcement of a significant price hike for the PlayStation 5 and its accessories, the PlayStation 5 Pro has become Amazon's best-selling console in the US. The price increase, set for April 2, 2026, will raise the PlayStation 5 Pro to $899.99 / £789.99. This has prompted many consumers to purchase the console at its current price before the increase takes effect.
Best deals on PS5 consoles before this week's massive price hike
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced a significant price increase for all PlayStation 5 models, including the PS5 Pro, effective April 2. The company cited ongoing global economic pressures for the hikes. Deals on consoles and bundles are available before the price adjustment takes effect.
PS5 Pro Buyers Rush to Beat $899.99 Price Hike Next Week
Sony is implementing a significant price increase for the PlayStation 5 Pro, raising its cost by $150 to $899.99 effective April 2nd. This price hike has led to a surge in sales as consumers rush to purchase the console before the increase takes effect. The article notes that the PlayStation 5 Pro will be the optimal platform for Grand Theft Auto 6 upon its release.
Something for the Weekend – 28/03/26
This week's gaming news includes Sony increasing prices for PlayStation 5 consoles and the PlayStation Portal, Epic Games confirming over 1,000 layoffs, and four Nacon-owned studios filing for insolvency. New game announcements include STALKER 2: Cost of Hope expansion, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and Wyldheart.
Time is against you, but there's still a chance to grab a PS5 or PS5 Pro before the price increases get you in…
Sony has announced a price increase for the PlayStation 5 Slim, PlayStation 5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal, citing global economic pressures. The price hikes will take effect on April 2, 2026, with the PlayStation 5 Slim increasing by $100 and the PlayStation 5 Pro by $150.
The PlayStation Portal, PS5, and PS5 Pro are getting huge price hikes next month, Sony confirms
Sony Interactive Entertainment is implementing significant price increases for its PlayStation 5 hardware, including the standard PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, PS5 Pro, and the PlayStation Portal remote player, effective April 2, 2026. The company cited ongoing global economic pressures as the reason for the adjustments, which will see prices rise by up to $150 for the PS5 Pro.
PS5 prices are getting jacked up, so if you want to save $100, you need to Add to Basket quick
Sony has announced a significant price increase of $100 for the PlayStation 5 console, citing the 'global economic landscape'. The price hike, which also affects the Digital Edition and a new 'PS5 Pro' model, will take effect from April 2nd. This move comes amidst broader trends of rising hardware costs and follows reports of Nintendo adjusting its Switch 2 manufacturing.
The Nex Playground is getting a price hike because of the memory crisis
Nex is raising the price of its Nex Playground console from $249 to $299 starting April 1, 2026, due to a global memory and storage component shortage exacerbated by AI infrastructure demand. CEO David Lee stated the company can no longer sustainably absorb the rising costs. Other companies like Valve and Nintendo are also facing pressures from the crisis, with potential impacts on their hardware pricing and supply.
MSI reportedly plans on tackling 'the most challenging year since the company was founded', with 15-30% price raises, making DDR5 motherboards DDR4 compatible, and increasing AI server revenue
MSI is reportedly planning significant price increases of 15-30% on its gaming products to navigate a challenging year marked by a memory crisis. The company aims to shift focus towards higher-end products and increase revenue from AI servers to offset these difficulties. This strategy mirrors that of Asus, which is also prioritizing high-end offerings.
The Best Way To Watch Fallout On Prime Is Getting More Expensive
Prime Video is increasing the monthly cost for its ad-free subscription tier from $3 to $5 starting April 10, rebranding it as "Prime Video Ultra." This new tier will offer 4K streaming, up to five concurrent streams, and 100 downloads, while the standard ad-supported plan remains unchanged. The price hike comes as Amazon invests further into the service, which also hosts popular shows like Fallout and upcoming series based on God of War and Tomb Raider.
Ambrosia Sky Act Two will be a free update and conclude the story
Soft Rains Games announced that Ambrosia Sky Act Two will be a free update for owners of Act One, but the base game's price will increase to $24.99 after its release. The studio has decided to combine the remaining story content into Act Two, which will conclude the narrative of Dalia's return home and feature new missions, harvestable resources, and reworked progression.