Sony PlayStation 5 Price Hike Sparks Controversy Among Fans

Sony's price hike on the PlayStation 5 in Japan comes as rumors swirl that the company is on the cusp of announcing an even more expensive model, the PS5 Pro. This move has sparked controversy among fans, with many questioning the reasoning behind the increase. Some speculate that the rising cost of components and production may be to blame, while others believe that Sony is simply trying to capitalize on the high demand for the next-gen console.

The BenQ X300G is now cheaper than ever thanks to a record-breaking discount at Amazon. This price drop has made the gaming community wonder if other companies will follow suit and offer similar deals on their products. It looks like the PlayStation 5 upgrade fans have been waiting for is in the hands of even more developers than first thought. This could potentially lead to more exclusive titles and enhanced gaming experiences for PS5 users.

All the way back in 2016, with the PS4 ramping up into a massive sales success, Sony carried out a fairly major organizational restructuring. This move was seen as a strategic decision to position the company for future success in the gaming industry. Rumors are running rampant about a supposed PlayStation 5 Pro, or PS5 Pro for short. Just like we got a mid-generation upgrade with the PS4, many are speculating that Sony will release an upgraded version of the PS5 with enhanced features and performance.

'Concord might have pushed PS5 price,' reads a preposterous statement I read in an article that I'm not going to bother linking. This kind of misinformation only adds to the confusion surrounding the PS5 price increase. Just checked out the Direct store for Europe and, while everything else is indeed discounted, PSVR2 is still being listed at 599,99€. This disparity in pricing raises questions about Sony's pricing strategy and whether it is in line with consumer expectations.

The PlayStation 5 and PC version of Until Dawn reportedly costs $59.99 and fans are once again debating what a good price for remakes is. Some argue that the price is justified given the quality of the game, while others feel that it is too high for a remake. Astro Bot releases on the Sony PlayStation 5 on Sept. 6. Here's what Metacritic and IGN had to say about the game, which is expected to be a hit among PS5 users.