Sony is kicking off the week with some very unwelcome news for gamers in Southeast Asia. The Japanese company has decided to raise prices for the PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal in several regions.
This affects Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The new prices will take effect on May 1, 2026.
Singapore
- PS5: 849 SGD
- PS5 Digital Edition: 764 SGD
- PS5 Pro: 1,167 SGD
- PlayStation Portal: 347 SGD
Malaysia
- PS5: 2,799 MYR
- PS5 Digital Edition: 2,499 MYR
- PS5 Pro: 3,999 MYR
- PlayStation Portal: 1,099 MYR
Thailand
- PS5: 20,990 THB
- PS5 Digital Edition: 18,790 THB
- PS5 Pro: 30,990 THB
- PlayStation Portal: 8,380 THB
Indonesia
- PS5: 11,399,000 IDR
- PS5 Digital Edition: 9,999,000 IDR
- PlayStation Portal: 5,199,000 IDR
Philippines
- PS5: 40,032 PHP
Vietnam
- PS5: 16,900,000 VND
It’s always tough to hear about price increases, especially for gamers who are passionate about their entertainment. Hopefully, this change will lead to some positive developments in the long run.
Absolutely, it can be really frustrating for dedicated gamers. It might be interesting to consider how these price hikes could impact the overall gaming community in the region, especially regarding accessibility to new titles and consoles.