PlayStation Plus Subscription Prices Increase for New Customers in Select Regions
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Sony has announced a price increase for PlayStation Plus subscriptions for new customers in select regions, effective May 20. Current subscribers in those regions will not see their rates change unless their plan is altered or lapses. The Essential tier, which enables multiplayer play and provides monthly games, will see its one-month plan rise to $10.99 USD.
Facts First
- Price increases for PlayStation Plus begin May 20 for new customers in select regions.
- Current subscribers are protected from the increase unless their plan changes or lapses.
- One-month Essential subscriptions will start at $10.99 USD, €9.99 EUR, or £7.99 GBP.
- Three-month Essential subscriptions will start at $27.99 USD, €27.99 EUR, or £21.99 GBP.
- The Essential tier enables multiplayer play and provides a monthly selection of free games.
What Happened
Sony announced that PlayStation Plus subscription prices will increase for new customers in select regions, starting May 20. The company cited ongoing market conditions as the reason for the change. The price increase does not apply to current subscribers in those regions, except for those in Turkey and India, unless their existing subscription changes or lapses.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a new PlayStation Plus subscriber in one of the affected regions, you will pay more for the service starting May 20. For example, the cost of a one-month Essential subscription in the UK will rise from £6.99 to £7.99. This tier is required for online multiplayer play on PlayStation consoles and provides monthly free games, such as the upcoming May lineup which includes Red Dead Redemption 2. If you are an existing subscriber, your rate will remain unchanged as long as you maintain your current plan.
What's Next
The new pricing will take effect on May 20. Sony may adjust prices in other regions or for other subscription tiers in the future, depending on market conditions. The company continues to offer higher-tier subscriptions, PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium, which provide more content than the Essential tier.