Main topic: Sale on Sony's PlayStation 5 and accessories
Key points:
1. Sony's PS5 disc model is currently on sale for $449, a 10% discount from its original price of $500.
2. The PS5 has seen active improvements since its release, including software updates and increased storage limits.
3. Accessories such as the DualSense Wireless Controller and PlayStation Pulse 3D Wireless Headset are also on sale.
Main topic: Sale on Sony's DualSense controllers for PS5
Key points:
1. DualSense controllers are on sale for $49, matching the previous low price.
2. This is a discount of more than 30% from the usual price of around $70.
3. The sale ends on August 20th and is available in various color options.
A new PlayStation sale offers a wide range of cheap PS4 and PS5 games, with some critically acclaimed titles available for just $1.49 until September 13.
Sony's PS5 sales in the UK have increased by 42% month-on-month, with the yearly total up by 60%, driven by discounts and improved supply, leading to PlayStation accessories dominating the sales chart. The top-selling games in the UK for August include FIFA 23, Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, and Rockstar titles such as Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption 2.
The latest software update for the PlayStation 5 adds features such as 3D Audio support, larger capacity M.2 SSDs, assist controller functionality, enhancements for social features, streaming capability for Android TV OS 12 devices, new voice commands, and the ability to mute the console's beep sound.
Sony has expanded the availability of its Remote Play app to certain Android devices running TV OS12, allowing users to play their PS5 or PS4 on different screens.
The PlayStation Store is currently offering discounts on over 2,000 PS4 and PS5 games, including notable titles like XCOM 2, which is being discounted from $59.99 to just $2.99.
PlayStation is offering a limited-time promotion where customers who purchase and activate a PS5 can receive a free exclusive game from a select list, including popular titles like Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales and God of War Ragnarök.
If you purchase a PlayStation 5 console in the US before October 20, 2023, you are eligible to choose a free PS5 digital game, making it a great offer for those planning to buy the console soon.
The PlayStation Store is currently running a sale on extended play games, offering discounts up to 80% on Digital Deluxe and Ultimate Editions of popular titles.
Sony's handheld gaming console, PlayStation Portal, has gained significant pre-order sales worldwide, challenging initial doubts and making a statement in the console rivalry, with Japan already selling out of the device.
Ahead of Amazon Big Deal Days, several highly anticipated PS5 games and gear are on sale including Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition for $43, WD Black SN850X 1TB SSD for $70, and SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC Wired Headset for $160.
Sony has confirmed the release of a slim version of the PlayStation 5, featuring a smaller form factor, increased storage, and the option to add an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive, although it does not offer significant upgrades in terms of gaming performance.
Get The Last of Us Part I for only $45.99 during Prime Day, a huge discount compared to the usual price of $70, and explore other PlayStation 5 game deals as well.
Sony has announced slimmer versions of the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, featuring reduced volume and weight compared to previous models, with the addition of 1TB storage and an option to add an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive, however, the new PS5 Digital Edition has increased in price by $50.
Sony has quietly increased the price of the digital edition of the PS5 by $50 in the United States, making it more expensive to buy starting in November.
Sony has lowered the price of nearly 3,000 games on the PS Store, offering new deals and discounts until October 25th.
Sony is set to launch cloud-streamed PS5 games on PS5 consoles in Japan, Europe, and North America in October, offering hundreds of games to stream for PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers.
Sony is launching cloud streaming for PlayStation Plus Premium members, allowing them to stream popular PS5 games and titles in their game library at various resolutions, with a minimum internet speed of 38mbps required for the highest resolution.
Sony has revealed details about its PlayStation 5 (PS5) Access Controller, previously known as "Project Leonardo," which is designed to improve accessibility for players with disabilities, featuring a unique circular pad for customizable controls, though release information has not been announced yet.
Sony has announced a new PlayStation 5 Slim model with a 30% reduction in size, along with two new accessories, and it will be the only version available once older models sell out, with a higher price tag of $449.99 for the digital edition.
Sony will release the Access controller, designed for gamers with disabilities, featuring customization options and compatibility with third-party accessories, while Logitech offers an Adaptive Gaming Kit with buttons and triggers that can be configured to suit individual needs, coming out in January for $80.
Sony has released a detailed blog post and video showcasing the design process and features of the PlayStation Access controller, its first-ever adaptive controller aimed at gamers with disabilities. The post also announces the Logitech G Adaptive Gaming Kit for the Access Controller, which provides additional plugins and attachments, and reveals Sony's focus on accessible packaging. The controller will be available in under two months.
There are lingering video game deals for PS5, PS4, Switch, and Xbox still available after Prime Day.
Sony's release of the PS5 Slim, a smaller and more conservative revision of the original console, reflects a changing landscape in the gaming industry where console revisions and high-powered specs are becoming less significant.
Sony Interactive Entertainment may be one step closer to bringing Trophy support for PS5 games to PC, according to a new PS5 Trophy list discovered by TrueTrophies.
Sony has released details about its PS5 cloud streaming feature, including bandwidth recommendations and a list of countries where the service will be available.
Rumors suggest that Sony may be releasing a PlayStation 5 Pro model with impressive specifications, including an eight-core Zen 2 CPU, 60 compute units RDNA 3 custom GPU, and 16GB GDDR6 memory, offering significant performance improvements for 4K gaming and Ray Tracing.
The refreshed PS5 model, which is 30% smaller and has a slight visual redesign, is set to release in November, but Sony is not cutting the price and is offering a separate vertical stand for an additional cost.
The PS5 console was the best-selling platform in the USA last month, with the Spider-Man 2 themed PS5 DualSense controller being the top-selling gaming accessory.
The PlayStation 5 (PS5) Slim, bundled with Spider-Man 2, is reportedly set to release in the U.S. on November 8, priced at $559.99, and will feature a smaller design with 1TB storage and the option to add an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive; the new PS5 model will become the only model available once the current inventory is sold out.
Sony's PlayStation 5 Slim is set to be released on November 10th, along with a Marvel's Spider-Man 2 bundle priced at $559.99 in the US.
Sony has released an update for the PlayStation 5 that includes improvements to music controls, PlayStation VR2 settings, and voice commands, with detailed update notes provided.
Sony is expecting a steady supply of PlayStation 5 consoles for the 2023 holiday season, marking the first time since its launch in 2020 that units will be readily available, potentially boosting its Game and Network Services segment, which is the company's largest business by sales.
Sony expects strong sales for the PS5 during the upcoming holiday season, especially with the release of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and the rumored launch of the PS5 'Slim' model.
Sony expects robust holiday sales for PlayStation 5 largely due to the highly anticipated release of Spider-Man 2, as the company has established itself as a leader in the console war through its focus on producing top-tier video games.
Sony will release a new PlayStation 5 slim model with an optional Blu-ray disc drive, but the disc drive will require an internet connection to pair with the console for the first time, likely to prevent piracy and ensure the device can only be used with one console at a time.
Sony expects one of its best seasons for console sales this Christmas, with PlayStation 5 stock now in "full supply," but regards PlayStation VR2 as a "nascent business."
Sony is expecting "record-breaking sales" for the PlayStation 5 this year, aiming to ship 25 million units by 2023, with the company citing strong product offerings and the availability of consoles during the holiday season as key factors for their optimism.
PlayStation enthusiasts can expect significant discounts on first-party games, hardware, and popular titles like God of War, Uncharted, The Last of Us, and Spider-Man during Black Friday 2023, with the possibility of PS5 console discounts and the introduction of the new PS5 'Slim' model.
Sony expects strong sales for the PlayStation 5 this holiday season, as the supply chain issues that plagued the console are finally resolved, and the company anticipates reaching its self-imposed target of 25 million units shipped in 2023.
Sony is confident that customers will have no difficulty purchasing a new PS5 this holiday season, and with the release of popular games like Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and a new slim version of the console, Sony expects one of the strongest seasons in console sales.
