
Usually, the cost of game consoles goes down as newer versions are released. However, this generation has been different, especially with the PlayStation 5, which has seen its price increase twice. In 2022, the PS5 got more expensive worldwide, except in the United States. Then, in 2025, the price went up again, and this time the US wasn’t excluded – the console jumped from $499 to $549. With manufacturing and shipping costs continuing to rise, it’s not surprising that people are now talking about a possible third price increase.