PS5 Demand Surges Before Price Hike, Near-Doubling Week
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Sony announced a price increase of at least $100 for all PS5 models, lifting the base PS5 to $650 and the digital edition to $600. In the week ending April 4, 2026, US PS5 hardware unit and dollar sales hit 2026 highs, nearly doubling the prior week as shoppers rushed to buy before the price jump, underscoring how economic pressures are reshaping console affordability.
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- Sony's Price Increase Triggered PlayStation 5 Buying Rush for Record 2026 Sales TechPowerUp
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