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Sony hikes PlayStation Plus prices for short-term subscriptions

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Sony has increased the prices for its PlayStation Plus subscription service for new customers on one- and three-month plans. The company cited "ongoing market conditions" as the reason for the price hike, which affects select regions starting May 20. A one-month Essential subscription now costs $10.99 USD, a $1 increase, while the three-month plan is now $27.99 USD, a $3 increase. AI

RANK_REASON Product pricing change for a subscription service.

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Sony hikes PlayStation Plus prices for short-term subscriptions

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Lawrence Bonk) ·

    Sony raises PS Plus prices for one- and three-month subscriptions

    Sony is blaming PS Plus price increases on "ongoing market conditions."

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