© Provided by What Hi-Fi?Best PS5 deals: save on consoles, accessories and bundles
On the hunt for where to buy a PS5 at a bargain price? Stock is scarce but with Christmas coming, there is always hope and a (small) chance of making a saving on Sony's next-gen console - not to mention the best PS5 games and accessories.
Sony has already brought some Christmas cheer to gamers with a tweet stating that, "more PS5 inventory will be coming to retailers before the end of the year." In the meantime, PlayStation fans were also treated to fresh PS5 stock on both 3rd and 7th December, so there's everything to play for... quite literally.
Making a saving won't be easy, of course, but we're already seeing some awesome deals on PS5 games. PS5 deals on the console itself are unlikely given that demand is still outstripping supply but don't despair! Retailers could get creative and whip up some tasty PS5 bundles in the build-up to Christmas. With a bit of luck, the best PS5 deals will see consoles bundled with hit games such as Assassin's Creed Valhalla, FIFA21 and Spider-Man: Miles Morales.
We're also hoping for PS5 deals that combine Sony's console with additional PS5 DualSense wireless controllers, the PS5 Pulse 3D gaming headset or its handy Media Remote. As for PS5 games, we're already seeing savings of up to 20% off top titles.
In other words, you won't be left empty-handed. Read on and we'll run down the best PS5 deals available right now.
How much does a PS5 cost?
The recommended retail price of the PS5 is £449 ($499, ?499, AU$749). Too expensive? You can grab a disc-less PS5 Digital Edition for £359 ($399, ?399, AU$599). Read our full PS5 vs PS5 Digital Edition comparison for a full breakdown of the two machines.
Both consoles sold out long before launch. But multiple retailers - including Amazon, Argos, Walmart and Target are restocking periodically. We expect more PS5 deals to emerge as more stock appears ahead of Christmas. You'll find the latest savings (if there are any to be had yet) below.
Best PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition deals
Best PS5 accessory deals
PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller
The PS5 only comes with one controller in the box, so a second controller is a must for those who want to get stuck into multi-player gaming. The PS5 DualSense (£59.99, $69.99, AU$109) boasts improved haptic feedback and adaptive triggers that deliver a more immersive experience. So while you can use the PS4 DualShock with the PS5, it doesn't offer the new features of the PS5 controller. We've listed today's best PS5 controller prices below.
PS5 Pulse 3D Wireless Headset
Not only does the PS5 offer 4K HDR gaming, it also has 3D audio. But if you want to enjoy it - and you do, because it's one of the console's best features - you'll need one of these. The Pulse 3D Wireless Headset launched at £89.95 ($99.99, AU$159) but we've listed today's cheapest deals below. Not convinced? Then you might like to have a peek at our pick of the best gaming headsets for all consoles.
PS5 HD Camera
This new camera peripheral (£50, $60, AU$100) lets you add yourself to gameplay videos or video chat during multiplayer marathons. It works with the DualSense controller's 'Create' button, so you can jump into the PS5's video editing functions. You can actually use the old PS4 camera with the PS5, but the new PS5 HD camera ups the quality. For the best prices on this handy accessory, cast your eyes over the box below.
PS5 Media Remote
Want to use your PS5 as an entertainment hub? The PlayStation 5 Media Remote (£24.99, $29.99, AU$49) is a handy remote that will help you navigate everything from Netflix to 4K Blu-ray discs. If you want to use your PS5 as a media streamer, it's a must-have and doesn't cost the earth. Here's our pick of today's best Sony PS5 Media Remote deals.
PS5 DualSense Charging Station
This nifty dock allows you to charge up two wireless DualSense controllers simultaneously, so you need never be powerless. It's become a bit of a hot buy and sold out ahead of the PS5 launch. It's easier to come by these days, and most big retailers have stock. Fancy a PS5 DualSense Charging Station (£24.99, $29.99, AU$49)? You'll find all the cheapest prices below.
When will more PS5 deals show up?
Most stockists are currently sold out of both PS5 consoles but a tweet on 2nd Dec, depicting pallets of PS5s in a warehouse, raised gamers' hopes.
The leak proved to be accurate and PlayStation fans were treated to a huge wave of PS5 stock on 3rd December, with the likes of Amazon, Argos, BT, Game, Walmart and Target releasing consoles as early as 3am.
Gamers snapped up that batch of consoles within hours, as they did the next stock drop on 7th December. But all is not lost. Here's some pointers on where to buy a PS5.
As for deals, Black Friday saw a slew of gaming discounts - mostly on legacy consoles. With the PS5 and Xbox Series X hogging all the headlines, there are plenty of PS4 deals and Xbox One deals to be had this holiday season.
Fancy a freebie? Sony is currently offering gamers a 7-day free trial of PlayStation Now, which includes access to the PS5 PlayStation Plus Collection (a selection of 20 games that had previously released on PS4, including God of War and The Last of Us: Remastered). We've also spotted some cheap PlayStation Plus deals lurking around.
Some of the best PS5 deals are to be had on games. Amazon is offering US gamers up to $10 off selected titles. Assassins Creed Valhalla, for example, is currently $60 $50 for the PS4 version - but it includes a free upgrade to the digital PS5 version.
Over at Walmart, you can pick up FIFA21 for $60 $29. Again, it's the PS4 version but includes a free upgrade to the PS5 version from 4th December. Given that most PS5 titles will run you at least £60 ($60, AU$100), that a cracking deal.
Meanwhile Best Buy members can get $10 in rewards when they purchase PS5 titles such as Far Cry 6 and Watch Dogs: Legion. Not a Best Buy member? It's free to join, you can sign up here.
UK gamers are in line for similar savings on PS5 games and peripherals. Amazon UK has cut the price of Assassin's Creed Valhalla to £65 £50. The PS4 edition of Marvel Avengers is down to £50 £27 and includes a free upgrade to the PS5 when it becomes available in 2021.
And, of course, there are plenty of deals to be had on the best gaming TVs. Sony has even certified selected models 'Ready for PS5', thus giving you an even better reason to splash out on a new screen.
So, although getting your hands on a PS5 console is currently a bit of a mission, we're expecting more and more PS5 deals to show up - including seasonal savings around Christmas and January. Game on!
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