# The PS5 Just Got A Price Hike, Here's How Much More You'll Pay Now

> Typically, if you want a new device when it's launched but think it's way too expensive, the smartest move is often to wait a couple of months.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1945681/playstation-5-price-increase-usa-trump-tariffs-reason-why/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68a640bb5eda1ee4bad0166d)
- **Published:** 2025-08-20
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #playstation #sony #price #hike #device #couple #doing #drop
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