Limited-Time Sale: PS5, PlayStation Portal & DualSense
▼ Summary
– Sony’s annual PlayStation sale is ending soon, with some deals expiring on December 19th and others lasting through December 28th.
– The PS5 Digital Edition is on sale for $399 through December 25th, but it lacks a disc drive, requiring digital downloads.
– The standard PS5 slim is discounted to $449 through December 25th and includes a built-in disc drive for physical media.
– The PlayStation Portal handheld is at its lowest price of $178.99 and now offers cloud streaming in addition to remote play from a PS5.
– Additional discounted accessories include the DualSense controller and Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, with specific sale end dates.
Time is running out to secure significant savings on Sony’s most popular gaming hardware. The annual PlayStation holiday sale is nearing its conclusion, with several key deals set to expire in the coming days. This presents a final opportunity to grab a discounted PS5, PlayStation Portal, or DualSense controller before prices return to normal.
The PS5 Digital Edition is available for just $399, marking a $100 discount and its lowest price this year. You can find this deal at major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and PlayStation Direct through December 25th. This model requires all games to be downloaded digitally, so a robust internet connection is essential. For those who prefer physical discs, adding an external drive later is an option for an additional $79.99.
Alternatively, the standard PlayStation 5 slim with a built-in Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive is also $100 off, bringing its price down to $449. This model is ideal for gamers with a collection of physical PlayStation 4 or PS5 games and movies. It represents a better value for disc-based media enthusiasts compared to buying the Digital Edition and a separate drive.
For players seeking peak performance, the PlayStation 5 Pro is discounted to around $649, saving you over $100. This enhanced console features a more powerful GPU, faster memory, and advanced AI upscaling for improved ray tracing and higher resolutions in supported “PS5 Pro Enhanced” titles. It’s important to note that while visual upgrades are present, they are most noticeable when playing close to your display.
The handheld PlayStation Portal remote player has hit its all-time low price of $178.99. Originally designed for streaming games directly from your PS5 over Wi-Fi, it has gained new functionality. PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can now stream select games like Astro Bot directly from the cloud, and users can also stream compatible titles from their personal library without needing their console powered on.
Gamers can also save on essential accessories. The DualSense Wireless Controller is on sale in various colors starting at $54, about $21 off its usual price. This advanced gamepad features immersive haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a built-in microphone. It’s also fully compatible with PCs, offering a premium control experience across platforms. Retailers note this item is likely to arrive in time for holiday gifting.
Completing the setup, the Pulse Explore wireless earbuds are at their best price of approximately $169. These earbuds utilize Sony’s PlayStation Link technology for high-quality, low-latency audio with PlayStation consoles. Their planar magnetic drivers provide exceptional sound clarity and detail separation. They also double as standard Bluetooth earbuds for use with phones and other devices when you’re not gaming.
(Source: The Verge)
