Sony Interactive Entertainment’s PS5 consoles and accessories are set to receive a price hike in Europe, according to a new rumor.
Content creator GyoJvfr, who covers the physical video game market, took to Twitter/X to claim that PS5 consoles and accessories are set to “drastically” increase in price across Europe. As per him, Sony Interactive Entertainment will be making an announcement in this regard sometime soon, though he didn’t have an exact date.
Alleged PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro & PS Portal Price Hike Details
Details regarding the alleged increase in price for PS5 consoles as well as the PlayStation Portal handheld accessory for PS5 in Europe can be seen below.
- PS5 Slim: 649.99 Euros
- PS5 Pro: 899.99 Euros
- PS Portal: 249.99 Euros
The source didn’t make it clear whether their claim regarding the PS5 consoles and accessories price hike will also be applicable to other regions. Nevertheless, as with all rumors and speculation, we encourage our readers to take this information with a grain of salt.
In August, 2025, Sony Interactive Entertainment announced a PS5 price hike in the US. The company cited economic pressures as the reason for the adjustment, aligning with trends seen in other markets The updated retail prices were 549.99 US Dollars for the Disc Edition of the PS5, 499.99 US Dollars for the Digital Edition of the PS5, and 749.99 US Dollars for the PS5 Pro. Pricing of the console’s accessories remained unaffected. It was the first official price adjustment for the PS5 in the country. The console maker had already raised prices in multiple regions worldwide. In reaction to the price hike, Mat Piscatella, Senior Director and Video Game Industry Thought Leader at Circana (NPD), said that it may not have been the last time the console will see an uptick in its price.
The PlayStation 5 was launched on November 12, 2020, worldwide. 2026 marks its sixth year on the market.
