Sony confirmed a new price increase for PlayStation Plus, the subscription service for PlayStation, justifying the measure by “the current market conditions.”
The increase will take effect starting this May 20 and will initially affect new users in selected regions.
Sony confirmed a new price increase for PlayStation Plus.
How much will PlayStation Plus increase
The Japanese company announced new prices for PlayStation Plus Essential subscriptions.
According to the official statement, the monthly plan will cost 10.99 dollars, while the quarterly subscription will rise to 27.99 dollars.
Who is affected by the PS Plus increase
The increase will only impact new customers who subscribe to the service from May 20.
Who is affected by the PS Plus price increase?
For now, Sony clarified that current subscribers will maintain the existing price. The only exception will be for users in Turkey and India, where the update will also affect active accounts.
What does PlayStation Plus Essential include
The basic PlayStation Plus plan offers access to online multiplayer on PS4 and PS5.
What does PlayStation Plus Essential include?
Additionally, it includes monthly downloadable games and exclusive discounts within the PlayStation digital store. The service remains one of the pillars of Sony's online ecosystem.
Why Sony increased the price of PS Plus
The company attributed the increase to “current market conditions,” although it did not provide further details on the specific economic impact.
The increase comes in a context where several tech companies and digital platforms have been adjusting subscription fees.
Why did Sony raise the price of PS Plus?
In recent years, PlayStation has also changed the prices of consoles, games, and services in various markets.
What will happen with active subscriptions
Sony explained that current users will keep their prices as long as they maintain their subscription without interruptions.
What will happen to the active subscriptions?
However, it clarified that any plan change, modification, or expiration could trigger the automatic application of the new rates.
For now, the company has not announced increases for the Extra and Premium plans.
