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Episode 418 of PS THIS IS AWESOME dives into a week where PlayStation fans are feeling the squeeze. Sony officially announces major PS5 price hikes across the board—including the PS5 Pro and PlayStation Portal—marking one of the biggest shifts in console pricing since launch. The guys break down what this means for players, why it’s happening, and whether this is the new normal for gaming hardware.We also look ahead to April’s PS Plus Essential lineup, with Lords of the Fallen reportedly leading the charge ahead of the official reveal. Plus, in a move that adds to the growing list of concerns, Sony has paused sales of certain PS5 storage options due to ongoing supply chain issues—raising questions about how deep these hardware challenges go.The PS6 conversation is officially here. With fears of a $1,000 console swirling, new reports suggest it might land closer to $699 instead. We dig into what’s realistic, what Sony’s strategy might be, and whether next-gen pricing is about to redefine what gamers are willin