Massive Black Friday Shenanigans on PlayStation Gear
Ah, Black Friday. The one day a year when people trample over each other for the latest tech, or as it’s more affectionately known, the Olympic Games of Consumerism. And this year, the PlayStation 5 Pro is making waves with a discount that’s got gamers drooling and wallets quaking in fear.
Currently lounging over at a certain online megastore named after a river (no, not that one), the PS5 Pro is now available for a sweet £589.99, which technically translates to a 16% discount off its usual price of £699.99. This is not just a sale; it’s a cry for joy from anyone even remotely interested in running their games with flashy graphics and next-gen speed!
Digitally Delicious Deals
If one prefers to save even more cash, the glorious realm of digital consoles beckons with the standard edition going for £379—meaning a sparkling 21% off. Feeling adventurous? The digital version is practically begging to be picked up for just £289.99, which is a staggering 33% off! It’s practically giving itself away, which might be a slight overstatement unless it falls into the “buy one, get one free” category—now that would be interesting!
Peripherals Galore!
And wait, there’s more! Amazon seems to have thrown a whole treasure chest of deals on PS5 accessories. The DualSense Edge controller is currently partying at a £50 discount, which is probably more than one’s cat would pay for it. Standard DualSense controllers are also getting a proper discount of 34%—just £43. I mean, who needs that much money for food anyway?
But let’s not stop there! The PlayStation VR headset, which is essentially a fancy helmet for gaming enthusiasts, could be yours for a mere £299—an £80 reduction, making it one of the hottest deals for those who enjoy being virtually transported to another world. Don’t forget to hydrate before entering the virtual landscape; reality can be exhausting!
Not Just an Amazon Affair
Venturing beyond this treasure trove, the PlayStation Direct site has also decided to hop on the discount bandwagon. Prices have tumbled for various delights including the PlayStation VR2 and the universally adored DualSense controllers! The full list of discounts reads like a grocery list for tech lovers:
- PlayStation VR2 – $100 / €100 / £90 off (a steal for those into immersive worlds)
- PlayStation Portal – $20 / €20 / £20 off (which is perfect for… well, anyone)
- Pulse Elite wireless headset – $20 / €20 / £20 off (because headphones are crucial for sneaking snacks)
- Pulse Explore wireless earbuds – $30 / €30 / £30 off (to keep the sounds of the game in one’s ear and the world out)
- DualSense Edge wireless controller – $30 / €30 / £30 off (because why not have one more controller than is necessary?)
- DualSense wireless controller – $20 / €20 / £20 off (an essential for the “let’s try not to rage quit” moments)
- Access controller – $20 off (for those who truly want a piece of the action)
Price Hikes: The Devil in Disguise
For those who perhaps forgot, Sony decided that raising prices in various regions earlier this year was an exhilarating roller coaster ride. The UK, Europe, and Australia witnessed this delightful ride in April, followed by the US taking its own ride in August. Imagine a price tag increasing like a teenager’s eye-roll at the mention of chores.
So, with Black Friday in full swing and gamers everywhere scrambling for these near-sacred deals, remember: the clock is ticking. Grab those discounts before they vanish into the abyss of consumer regret, all while hoping the delivery driver isn’t pulled into a Black Friday brawl in the process!
