Thu. Apr 16th, 2026

PS5 Sales Surge as Players Race to Beat Global Price Rises

In the United States, both the number of PlayStation 5 consoles sold and the total revenue generated from PS5 hardware saw a dramatic increase last week. This surge occurred immediately after Sony announced upcoming global price adjustments for its PlayStation 5 consoles. The company cited ‘continued pressures in the global economic landscape’ as the reason for these price hikes.

By Gareth Wickshire

A Manchester-based gaming journalist with over eight years of experience covering the UK gaming scene. Started as a freelance writer for indie gaming blogs before establishing himself as a trusted voice in the industry. Specializes in breaking news about British game developers and emerging gaming trends. Known for his in-depth coverage of gaming events across England and insightful interviews with industry professionals.

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