PS5 games will cost over 20% more in the UK and EU, it has been confirmed. Sony officially revealed the pricing of the console’s launch titles, with it costing significantly more to buy PS5 games in the UK and Europe than in the US.
PS5 launch games will have an RRP of £69.99 in the UK and €79.99 in Europe, compared to $69.99 in the US. The current currency conversion rate between these regions means that the UK is paying the equivalent of $91, while Europe will pay the equivalent of $94.
How much do PS5 games cost in the UK and EU?
This represents a 23% price increase for PS5 games in the UK and a 25.5% increase for the rest of Europe. It’s also a significant increase compared to the pricing of PS4 games, where games routinely retail for around £40–£50 in the UK and €50–€60 in Europe.
Here’s how much the PS5 launch games will cost in the US, UK, and EU:
- Demon’s Souls – $69.99/£69.99/€79.99
- Destruction AllStars – S$69.99/£69.99/€79.99
- Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales – $49.99/£49.99/€59.99
- Marvel’s Spider-Man: Mile Morales Ultimate Edition – $69.99/£69.99/€79.99
- Sackboy A Big Adventure – $59.99/£59.99/€69.99
Microsoft hasn’t revealed for the pricing for Xbox Series X and S games, so it could well mimic the cost of Sony’s PS5 games. However, Xbox owners can also take advantage of Xbox Game Pass, which provides them with all first-party games and plenty of third-party games for a monthly cost.
Given that the Xbox Series X and S are also available to purchase using Microsoft’s Xbox All Access program, which allows both consoles to paid off with interest-free monthly payments, Microsoft is positioning its next-gen console as the option for those being more careful with their cash.
Price increases were expected for next-gen games given the rising development costs of games, but some are disappointed that there isn’t parity between US game pricing and the cost of the same games in the UK and EU. For those looking to make the jump to the next-gen PlayStation console at launch, November 2020 is going to be a costly month.
