With a backdrop of a challenging economic environment, including high inflation and fluctuating exchange rates, SIE has made the tough decision to raise the recommended retail price (RRP) of the PlayStation 5 console in select markets in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Australia and New Zealand.  The updated PS5 RRPs are effective starting April 14, as follows*:  EuropePS5 Digital Edition – €499.99 (No pricing changes for the standard PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive) UKPS5 Digital Edition – £429.99 (No pricing changes for the standard PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive)  AustraliaStandard PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – AUD $829.95 PS5 Digital Edition – AUD $749.95New Zealand Standard PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – NZD $949.95 PS5 Digital Edition – NZD $859.95 PS5 Pro RRPs remain unchanged.  Additionally, the Disc Drive for PS5 will be getting an RRP decrease effective starting April 14, as follows:  Europe€79.99UK £69.99AustraliaAUD $124.95New Zealand NZD $139.95 * Select markets in EMEA not listed above may also receive RRP increases. Please check with your local retailer and direct.playstation.com where available.