Sony is raising PlayStation Plus prices by up to 35% | VGC
12-month subscription plans for all three tiers will rise in September…
www.videogameschronicle.comHere’s the latest on PlayStation Plus Premium pricing.
- In many markets, Sony announced a price increase for 12-month PS Plus Premium, with the annual price rising from $119.99 USD to $159.99 USD (roughly +$40) in the US. This change typically takes effect at renewal dates after the announcement date, not for current subscribers immediately.
- Similar increases occurred across Essential and Extra tiers as well, with Premium seeing the largest absolute jump. In the UK and Europe, prices rose in line with local currencies and tax, aligning with Sony’s broader restructuring of PS Plus tiers.
- Monthly and 3-month pricing were not always changed at the same time as annual plans, and some regions may have staggered adoption based on renewal cycles. If you’re locked into a current renewal date soon, you’ll typically keep your existing price until that renewal.
What this means for you in London
- If you hold a 12-month Premium plan, expect the renewal to reflect the new annual rate (around $160 USD equivalent in markets like the UK/Europe) at your next renewal after the change date. Check your account renewal date in your PlayStation console or the official PSN account management page to confirm exact pricing in GBP/EUR.
- If you prefer to avoid the higher annual cost, you could consider downgrading to a lower tier at renewal or exploring monthly options, noting that price structures differ by region and currency.
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