Sony Slaps PS5 Fans with $50 Price Tag Surprise!
In a move that's sure to thrill wallet-watchers, Sony is hiking the price of all PS5 'slim' models by $50 starting August 21st in the US. Prices will jump to $499.99 for the Digital Edition, $549.99 for the standard, and a whopping $749.99 for the PS5 Pro. But fear not, bargain hunters! You can still 'avoid paying the higher prices' if you hustle to Amazon, Best Buy, Target, or Walmart today. Sony blames tariff tangles and assures us 'recommended retail prices for PS5 accessories remain unchanged.' Grab your piggy banks fast!
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(1 of 3)Sony just said ‘Hold my controller’ and raised PS5 prices $50. If you’re still buying digital games, congrats! You just paid for their new tariff bonanza! #PS5PriceSurge #WorthItNot
Why buy a PS5 tomorrow when you can pay $50 less today? That’s like Netflix raising prices but letting you binge free for one day. Act fast or cry later!
PS5 Pro for $749.99? Great! Now I can game *and* fund Sony’s international tariff therapy sessions. Gamer wallets crying louder than console fans!
Source: Theverge | Published: 8/20/2025 | Author: Brandt Ranj
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