Apple confirms it’s increasing App Store prices in some regions next month VGC Open main menu Lengthy FIFA players MultiVersus characters Disney Dreamlight recipe list First for Video Game News Follow VGC Apple confirms it’ s increasing App Store prices in some regions next monthBut the UK and US stores won’t be affected Video Game News 20th Sep 2022 / 1:21 pm Posted by Jordan MiddlerApple has announced that it plans to raise prices on the App Store in some regions next month, including in-app purchases. Announced via a developer blog post, the new prices will come into effect in Chile, Egypt, Japan, Malaysia, Pakistan, Poland, South Korea, Sweden, Vietnam, and all territories that use the Euro currency. “In Vietnam, these increases also reflect new regulations for Apple to collect and remit applicable taxes, being value-added tax (VAT) and corporate income tax (CIT) at 5% rates respectively,” according to the blog. Shovel Knight Dig release date trailerSubscribe to VGC on YouTube Interestingly, auto-renewable subscriptions won’t be included in the price increases, likely due to the existing deals Apple has with certain third-party subscription services that use Apple’s platform as a payment method. This also means that Apple TV won’t be affected as part of the increase. Apple shared a price chart with developers explaining the new tiers of in-game purchases that developers can expect to see in their games going forward. In European territories which use the Euro (except Montenegro), the lowest standard in-app purchase that can be set has increased from € 0.99 to € 1.19. The UK and the US won’t currently be affected by the price changes. Apple didn’t provide a reason for the increase in price, but it’s reflective of an industry that is seeing wide-scale price adjustments due to global economic factors. Sony recently increased the price of the PlayStation 5 by up to 12.5% in numerous countries. However, not all gaming firms are being drawn to increase prices. Microsoft’s head of gaming has said recently that the company currently has no plans to increase Xbox console prices. Post a comment Related VGC Content US PlayStation shipments were reportedly up 400% last month1 hour ago Phil Spencer could be teasing Xbox s game streaming device in a new office photo19 hours ago Interview How PlatinumGames is betting on Nintendo expertise to shape its future22 hours ago Microsoft generated $2 9bn from Xbox Game Pass last year regulatory docs suggest23 hours ago Popular Now on VGC1 Harley Quinn voice actor criticises Chris Pratt Mario casting ‘ It should be Charles’ 2 Phil Spencer could be teasing Xbox s game streaming device in a new office photo3 Modern Warfare 2 will seemingly require a phone number like Overwatch 24 Interview How PlatinumGames is betting on Nintendo expertise to shape its future5 Platinum thinks hiring of Nintendo veteran can take the companies relationship to the next level More Video Game News Bandai Namco says it ‘ can’ t deny’ personal info was leaked in Asia data breachA recent hack was reportedly limited to the company's Toys and Hobby business2 weeks ago1 US PlayStation shipments were reportedly up 400% last monthPS5 supply appears to be increasing as Christmas approaches1 hour ago1 Comment Overwatch 2 servers down for some as Blizzard removes two heroes temporarilyThe game's rocky launch has caused much fan frustration2 hours ago9 EA says Call of Duty Xbox exclusivity would be ‘ a tremendous opportunity’ for BattlefieldThe public battle between Microsoft and Sony could elevate the rival series, Wilson suggests2 weeks ago9 CommentsBy commenting on this article you agree to adhere to VGC’s community guidelines. Notice: To display comments please allow the use of Functional Cookies in Cookie Preferences.