Before GTA 6 even arrives, the PS5 is already getting pricier for Filipino players.
Sony has announced a price increase for the PlayStation 5 in the Philippines, with the standard model now set at PHP 40,032 starting May 1, 2026. The adjustment is part of a broader update across multiple regions in Southeast Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam, where new recommended retail prices have also been introduced.
Here are the list of new PS5 prices:
| Country | PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition | PS5 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | SGD 849 | SGD 764 | SGD 1,167 |
| Malaysia | MYR 2,799 | MYR 2,499 | MYR 3,999 |
| Thailand | THB 20,990 | THB 18,790 | THB 30,990 |
| Indonesia | IDR 11,399,000 | IDR 9,999,000 | — |
| Philippines | PHP 40,032 | — | — |
| Vietnam | VND 16,900,000 | — | — |
According to Sony https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/27/20260327-ps/, the price change is driven by ongoing pressures in the global economic landscape, prompting the company to reassess its pricing strategy worldwide. Similar increases have already taken effect in markets like the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Japan earlier this year.
The update also extends to the PlayStation Portal remote player in select regions, reflecting Sony’s wider effort to maintain its hardware lineup amid rising costs.