Electronic Arts (EA) is shaking things up with a price increase for its EA Play subscription service, set to kick in on May 10. Here’s the latest scoop:
EA Play and the Price Adjustments
EA Play, the video game subscription service owned by Electronic Arts, is the go-to choice for many gamers looking to access a library of EA titles. However, changes are on the horizon:
- The standard tier for EA Play will see its monthly fee increase from $4.99 to $5.99, with the yearly subscription cost rising from $29.99 to $39.99.
- Meanwhile, the Pro tier of EA Play, offering additional perks and access to new releases, will jump from $14.99 per month to $16.99, or $119.99 annually.
It remains to be seen how this price adjustment will impact Xbox Game Pass users who already enjoy EA Play benefits. Interestingly, new members seem to be already subscribing to the updated rates.
Global Pricing Overview
- United States: Standard Tier – $5.99/month or $39.99/year; Pro Tier – $16.99/month or $119.99/year
- United Kingdom: Standard Tier – £5.99/month or £35.99/year; Pro Tier – £16.99/month or £109.99/year
- Europe: Standard Tier – €5.99/month or €39.99/year; Pro Tier – €16.99/month or €119.99/year
EA Australia Pricing
In comparison, EA Australia’s previous price was $4.99/month or $29.99 annually for EA Play and $14.99/month or $99.99 annually for EA Play Pro.
This year, the new pricing is $8.95/month or $59.95 annually for EA Play and $24.95/month or $159.95 annually for EA Play Pro in AUD.
Why the Price Bump?
Electronic Arts acknowledges the importance of staying in sync with market trends and adapting to currency changes, so they’re making these adjustments. This trend of adjustments isn’t unique to EA; similar changes have been seen across the industry.
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