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PS5 price increase could be imminent, as Sony says it may 'pass on' costs to consumers

Now might be a good time to buy a PS5 or PS5 Pro

The console has also become significantly more expensive in Japan since it was launched, and the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand saw the price of the PS5 Digital Edition increase last month. Microsoft recently raised Xbox console prices significantly worldwide. With Sony in such a commanding lead over its biggest rival, a price increase wouldn't change the status quo, especially as Microsoft has already taken the decision to hike up the cost of its hardware.

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