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Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially confirmed a price adjustment for the PlayStation 5 family of consoles and the PlayStation Portal remote player across Southeast Asia and global markets. The updated recommended retail prices will take effect on May 1, 2026 in Southeast Asia, while other regions will see changes starting April 2, 2026.
According to Sony Interactive Entertainment, the decision comes in response to ongoing global economic pressures. The company stated that the adjustment is necessary to ensure continued investment in hardware development, platform services, and future gaming innovations.
The price revision affects all major models in the current generation lineup, including the standard PlayStation 5, the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, and the higher-end PlayStation 5 Pro. The portable PlayStation Portal remote player also sees revised pricing across multiple regions.
Sony emphasized that while price changes are never ideal for consumers, they are required to maintain the long-term sustainability of the platform. The company also reaffirmed its commitment to delivering high-quality gaming experiences across its ecosystem.
Below is a breakdown of the updated pricing for Southeast Asia and global markets.
Southeast Asia Updated Pricing (Effective May 1, 2026)
| Country | PlayStation 5 | PlayStation 5 Digital Edition | PlayStation 5 Pro | PlayStation Portal |
| Singapore | SGD 849 | SGD 764 | SGD 1,167 | SGD 347 |
| Malaysia | MYR 2,799 | MYR 2,499 | MYR 3,999 | MYR 1,099 |
| Thailand | THB 20,990 | THB 18,790 | THB 30,990 | THB 8,380 |
| Indonesia | IDR 11,399,000 | IDR 9,999,000 | — | IDR 5,199,000 |
| Philippines | PHP 40,032 | — | — | — |
| Vietnam | VND 16,900,000 | — | — | — |
Global Updated Pricing (Effective April 2, 2026)
| Region | PlayStation 5 | PlayStation 5 Digital Edition | PlayStation 5 Pro | PlayStation Portal |
| United States | $649.99 | $599.99 | $899.99 | $249.99 |
| United Kingdom | £569.99 | £519.99 | £789.99 | £219.99 |
| Europe | €649.99 | €599.99 | €899.99 | €249.99 |
| Japan | ¥97,980 | ¥89,980 | ¥137,980 | ¥39,980 |
Official Statement from Sony Interactive Entertainment
Sony Interactive Entertainment Vice President of Global Marketing Isabelle Tomatis stated that the updated PlayStation 5 prices reflects broader economic challenges affecting global markets. The company explained that adjustments were made after careful evaluation to ensure continued support for its gaming ecosystem.
Sony also reiterated its focus on maintaining innovation across the PlayStation platform, including hardware improvements, services, and future content delivery.
Summary of Changes
The price increase affects the entire current PlayStation 5 lineup, including the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition and PlayStation 5 Pro, as well as the PlayStation Portal remote player. Southeast Asia will see changes starting May 1, 2026, while global markets begin adjustments earlier on April 2, 2026.
