Sony is preparing another round of price increases for its current-generation PlayStation hardware, according to a new leak from retail sources shared by @GyoJvfr on X.
The entire lineup—including the PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal—is expected to see significant jumps “soon,” with the most notable increases being:
- PS5 Slim — from €549.99 to €649.99 (+€100)
- PS5 Pro — from €799.99 to €899.99 (+€100)
- PlayStation Portal — from €219.99 to €249.99 (+€30)
The PS5 Digital Slim edition was not explicitly mentioned, but it is widely expected to receive a similar €100 increase to bring it in line with the disc version.
Why the Hike?
This move comes amid the ongoing global memory and component shortage that has already driven up prices across PCs, laptops, and even next-gen console development. Sony has already raised PS5 prices twice in 2025 (€50 each time on the Digital edition in some regions), and retailers now expect another wave as supply chain costs continue to climb.
The timing is notable because the PS6 is still expected in late 2027 or 2028, meaning Sony is raising prices on aging hardware right before the next generation arrives.
Summary of Expected Price Changes (Europe)
| Model | Current Price | New Price | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| PS5 Slim (Disc) | €549.99 | €649.99 | +€100 |
| PS5 Pro | €799.99 | €899.99 | +€100 |
| PlayStation Portal | €219.99 | €249.99 | +€30 |
| PS5 Digital Slim (est.) | ~€499.99 | ~€599.99 | +€100 |
These figures are based on European pricing and may vary by region (US prices often see smaller absolute increases). No official confirmation from Sony yet, but the leak comes from a retail source with a history of accurate pre-announcement info.
Community Reaction
On X, the news was met with frustration:
- “€900 for a PS5 Pro right before PS6? Brutal.”
- “Memory shortage tax is getting ridiculous.”
- Some users are already planning to buy before the hike, while others say they’ll wait for PS6.
This is yet another reminder that the memory crisis is affecting every part of the gaming industry—from PC components to current-gen consoles.
Have you been waiting to buy a PS5 or PS5 Pro? Will the price hike change your plans? Let us know in the comments.
Sources: @GyoJvfr (X), Insider Gaming, VideoCardz, Wccftech, Reddit r/PS5
