The global component crisis has reached an inflection point where even consoles, historically a bastion of affordability against the fluctuating PC market, are now affected. Sony has just announced that all PlayStation 5 models are receiving price hikes, going into effect from April 2, 2026. It’s your last chance to buy a PS5 or a PS Portal, because they’re about to get $100 to $150 more expensive in just a few days.

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