Summary:
- Sony has announced a price increase for the PlayStation 5 console in Japan, raising the price by 19% due to the ongoing global economic challenges and inflation.
- The standard PS5 model will now cost 54,980 yen, up from 49,980 yen, while the digital-only version will cost 44,980 yen, up from 39,980 yen.
- The price hike in Japan follows similar increases in other regions, including Europe, the UK, and Australia, as Sony aims to offset the rising costs of manufacturing and distribution.