Here’s the latest widely reported pricing for PlayStation Plus Premium, based on recent public notices and reporting:
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Premium 12-month price: around $159.99 USD per year (was $119.99–$160 range depending on date and region in prior announcements). In the U.S., reports indicate a jump to about $160 per year for the Premium tier when prices were adjusted in recent updates. This aligns with multiple outlets noting a substantial increase to the Premium tier on annual subscriptions.[3][5][7]
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Compared to other tiers (for context): Essential 12-month price has risen toward $79.99–$80 USD, and Extra 12-month price around $134.99 USD, with similar percentage increases across regions in announced adjustments. These changes were described as occurring at renewal for existing annual subscribers or upon new purchases after the change window.[1][5][7]
Notes and caveats:
- The exact price can vary by country/region due to local taxes and currency, so the USD figures above are a reference point for the U.S. market. Other regions like the UK/EU typically reflect parallel increases in their local currencies.[5][1]
- If you’re currently on a monthly or 3-month plan, those prices may differ from annual plan changes, and the renewal timing for existing yearly subscribers can affect when you see the new rates.[7][1]
- Sony has historically disclosed that annual subscriptions can be more cost-effective than paying monthly or quarterly, even after price increases, but exact savings depend on how long you stay subscribed.[1][7]
Would you like me to pull the latest regional prices for your location (Miami, FL area) and show a quick comparison table of all tiers with their current annual prices? I can also note the renewal date if you share your current plan.[3][1]
Sources
SAN MATEO, Calif. June 13, 2022 – Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) announced today the launch of its all-new PlayStation®Plus game subscription service in North and South America, providing more flexibility and value for gaming fans. The newly enhanced PlayStation Plus offers a compelling, high-quality game catalog* across a diverse content portfolio. With the all-new PlayStation Plus, players […]
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