The video game market, whether you are a PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo enthusiast, is currently facing challenges, with companies worldwide compelled to increase their prices due to various factors, including ongoing tariffs in the United States and hardware shortages driven by profit-seeking AI data centers.

Xbox was the first to implement price hikes on its hardware last year, doing so twice during a period when console prices typically decrease after being available on the open market for several years. Around the same time, the company also raised the price of its appealing Game Pass service, leaving consumers significantly more financially burdened than before.

Sony quickly followed suit, and it was confirmed this month that the recommended retail price (RRP) of their consoles would rise again, pushing the price of a PS5 Pro to an astonishing $899.99. There are now concerns that the company may not stop there, which is a valid apprehension.

PlayStation’s Price Increases Have Not Been Well Received

The announcement that PS5 prices would increase again across the board was understandably met with discontent from the community. Given that the base version of the console has been available for over five years, players rightfully expect to purchase one at a lower price than in 2020.

Another concern is that there is every indication that this trend will continue. PlayStation Plus already experienced a price increase last year, and many believe another hike is imminent, which could push even the most devoted fans to their limits.

PS Plus Subscribers Are Considering Cancelling Their Subscriptions

On Reddit, one user expressed their prediction that another price increase for PlayStation Plus could be forthcoming, and it’s clear that fans are willing to take action against Sony by cancelling their subscriptions if necessary.

“I’d recommend the better approach is to cancel PS Plus and any other subscription services. Vote with your wallet. That’s the only way these companies learn their greed won’t be tolerated. Just buy your games, own something and enjoy it, play it then buy the next one,” one comment stated.

“Eh, taking a long break from Plus would also be good. Give some perspective on things. Sometimes you think you need something that doesn’t really add anything to your life,” another user added.

A third user mentioned, “When that happens, it’ll be the nail in the coffin of my multiplayer gaming experience on PlayStation. I’ll save five years’ worth of PS+ Extra, get myself a PC and play multiplayer games there while becoming a patient gamer on PS.”

Unfortunately, it appears that broader issues within the market are unlikely to resolve soon, and higher prices may persist. However, consumers have every right to abandon subscription services for PlayStation and Xbox if pushed too far, which could lead to a correction in pricing if conditions worsen.