Sony confirmed a price increase for PlayStation Plus for new users starting May 20.
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.
The company attributed the increase to “current market conditions,” although it did not provide further details on the specific economic impact.
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.
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.
The increase will only impact new customers who subscribe to the service from May 20.
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.
The basic PlayStation Plus plan offers access to online multiplayer on PS4 and PS5.
The increase comes in a context where several tech companies and digital platforms have been adjusting subscription fees.
In recent years, PlayStation has also changed the prices of consoles, games, and services in various markets.
Sony explained that current users will keep their prices as long as they maintain their subscription without interruptions.
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.
