Brazilian Gamers Infuriated by Sudden PS5 Price Hikes

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Suddenly, Sony increased the prices of several games available on the Brazilian PlayStation Store, causing frustration among local gamers.

The change impacts not only recently released games but also those that were initially launched, such as Demon’s Souls, regardless of their publishing status (first or third party). Furthermore, the change is retroactive in nature.

The company attributed the change to “difficult economic circumstances, such as changing currency values.

Just a few days following its release, the price of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach saw an increase from approximately $63.80 to $72.98 in Brazilian Real.

It’s often observed that when it comes to third-party games, you can buy them at a significantly lower cost from platforms like Steam. Additionally, hardware tends to be quite expensive in Brazil as well.

All of this is culminating in a deeply unsatisfied player base.

Here’s how Sony justified the price change, in a translated statement published by GameVicio:

Due to tough market circumstances such as changing currency values, Sony Interactive Entertainment has adjusted the prices of PlayStation Store items. This change has led to a rise in game and additional content prices for users in Brazil. It’s important to note that pricing adjustments can differ depending on the region, and they are made based on the current economic climate.

Historically, PlayStation has garnered a global following for its consoles. While the PS5 is holding its own against the PS4 on a global scale, it appears to be lagging behind particularly in Europe due to relatively high prices across the continent. There’s a possibility that this pattern could repeat itself in South America as well.

In essence, although the U.S. has largely avoided significant price fluctuations, it’s important to remember that it’s not entirely immune. For instance, the price of the PS5 Digital Edition increased from $399.99 to $449.99 a few years back. It’s hard to predict how tariffs might impact prices in the future.

What are your thoughts on the present condition of console gaming? As a Brazilian gamer, have you been impacted by the rising prices? Share your thoughts and opinions about the increasing costs below in the comment section.

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2025-06-30 01:36