The best PS5 deals for October 2024

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What separates the best PS5 deals and bundles from others is the fact that many retailers in the US and the UK are offering the system with some of the best PS5 games for what would have been the sticker price of the console previously. That means that this month is one of the best opportunities to consider upgrading to the latest Sony hardware for less. 

That's because the PS5 received a deep price cut last month in both the US and the UK, with many outlets now offering the best gaming console for a record lowest-ever price. While this may have now passed, the savings have continued this month with deep savings on bundles, some of which even rival the asking price of the console on its own but with games included. That means having a little extra in your pocket to consider one of the best PS5 controllers or an additional DualSense.

At time of writing, some regions are benefitting from Sony's Days of Play sale which affects the price of games and hardware, from the biggest releases to the console and DualSense controllers too - well worth a look if you're in the market for anything PS5.

Best PS5 deals - quick links

Best PS5 deals

Today's best PS5 bundles and console deals

If you're looking to get your hands on a console, you'll find all the retailers with PS5 stock available today just below. There are now more PS5 bundles than before as availability has stabilized at the start of the year. That means we're keeping an eye out for all the best deals on PS5 consoles and bundles in case there's a rare discount up for grabs.

Amazon: Discounted PS5 bundles available

Amazon: Discounted PS5 bundles available
The world's largest online retailer has just one cheap PS5 bundle right now which is the Marvel's Spider-Man 2 bundle, Availability isn't always guaranteed, though, and that's why the retailer is down to just one bundle right now. Keep checking there for more if you're after something slightly different.

Walmart: Check for PS5 bundle stock

Walmart: Check for PS5 bundle stock
Walmart has seen its stock of bundles depelete since the  PS5 Slim came out in late last year. Check regularly but don't pay over the odds for any from resellers and scalpers!

Best Buy: Check for PS5 console bundles

Best Buy: Check for PS5 console bundles
Best Buy was offering a range of PS5 bundles but stock is now rather spotty and, as always, location specific. You're best of checking manually with your zipcode to see if you can get lucky with some local stock.

PlayStation Direct (US): PS5 console bundles from Sony

PlayStation Direct (US): PS5 console bundles from Sony
The official PlayStation Direct store has the Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PS5 bundle available as well as the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 bundle at competitive prices.

PS5 accessories deals

DualSense Wireless Controller: $69 at Amazon

DualSense Wireless Controller: $69 at Amazon
There aren't any deals on the DualSense controller right now, but if they're going to appear anywhere then this page at Amazon is the place to check regularly.

PS5 Pulse 3D wireless headset: $99.99 at Amazon

PS5 Pulse 3D wireless headset: $99.99 at Amazon
Once again, no discounts here currently for the excellent official PS5 headset. It typically maintains its price quite stubbornly, but we have seen it drop as low as $69 at Amazon in the past, so future discounts are possible.

PS5 DualSense Charging Station: $29.96 at Amazon

PS5 DualSense Charging Station: $29.96 at Amazon
The DualSense Charging Station is a fairly affordable, and essential, accessory for your PS5, as it can top up your controllers' charge in around two hours. While there's no discount at present, we've often seen its price slashed by around $10 over key sales periods.

PS5 games

Final Fantasy 16: $69.99 $29.99 at Amazon

Final Fantasy 16: was $69.99 now $29.99 at Amazon
This is a stellar discount for one of the year's best PS5 games. If you've been holding off buying Final Fantasy 16 til now, then this is the time to strike.

Dying Light 2 Stay Human: $59.99 $27.98 at Amazon

Dying Light 2 Stay Human: was $59.99 now $27.98 at Amazon
Not the lowest-ever price we've seen on this game, but still a saving of more than half, and one that makes it very tempting if you haven't jumped into the open-world zombie RPG game.

Sonic Frontiers: $59.99 $27.49 on Amazon

Sonic Frontiers: was $59.99 now $27.49 on Amazon
Sonic Frontiers is always a game worth keeping an eye on when sales events roll around. This current saving isn't the lowest-ever price that we've seen, but it's still a decent discount on a top PS5 game.

God of War Ragnarok: was $69.99 now $39.99 at Amazon

God of War Ragnarok: was $69.99 now $39.99 at Amazon
While God of War Ragnarok sees surprisingly frequent discounts, this is a particularly superb price and should be capitalised on!

Horizon Forbidden West: $36.30 $32.99 at Amazon

Horizon Forbidden West: was $36.30 now $32.99 at Amazon
This seems to be around the price that Horizon Forbidden West is leveling out at, and, frankly, it's a bargain. There's an incredible amount of game for your money here and this is impulse-puchase-worthy territory.

Gran Turismo 7: $54.73$50.83 at Amazon

Gran Turismo 7: was $54.73 now $50.83 at Amazon
Racing game Gran Turismo 7 gets discounted frequently, so is definitely one to keep an eye on. This current offer isn't close to the lowest-ever price, so we would recommend waiting until a steep discount comes around.

EA Sports FC 24:$39.99now $24.99 at Best Buy

EA Sports FC 24: was $39.99 now $24.99 at Best Buy
This is a fantastic new football game for PS5 that is perfect for the football fanatic. It's a solid price and is the perfect time to head into the series post-FIFA-license.

Madden NFL 24: $49.99now $29.99 at Best Buy

Madden NFL 24: was $49.99 now $29.99 at Best Buy
Alternatively, if you prefer your football American style then this deal on Madden NFL 24 is absolutely perfect.

UK PS5 deals

PS5 Slim console: £479.99£439 at Amazon

PS5 Slim console: was £479.99 now £439 at Amazon
The PS5 Slim console is currently on sale at Amazon. Stock is readily available, with further savings if you choose to buy second hand. There is also a good discount on the digital edition, which you can visit below.

PS5 Slim Digital Edition: £349 at Amazon

Very: Multiple PS5 bundles available to order

Very: Multiple PS5 bundles available to order
Very has a number of PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition bundles available to buy that include games such as God of War Ragnarok, The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered and Marvel's Spider-Man 2. Depending on the bundle, you can also choose to add more games or other accessories including extra controllers, headsets and voucher codes. All are in stock now and available for delivery within days.

PlayStation Direct (UK): PS5 bundles are available now

PlayStation Direct (UK): PS5 bundles are available now
Sony's official PlayStation Direct store has got a selection of bundles featuring a selection of games. Both the standard PS5 and Digital Edition are available. This latest restock is open to all, but you get free delivery if you are a PlayStation Plus member.

PS5 Pulse 3D wireless headset: was £89.99  £79 at Amazon

PS5 Pulse 3D wireless headset: was £89.99 now £79 at Amazon
This is a solid if not spectacular discount on the PS5 Pulse 3D wireless headset. If you're on the hunt for one of the best wireless options you can get then this is a price you can be happy committing to.

PS5 DualSense Charging Station: £24.99 at Argos

PS5 DualSense Charging Station: £24.99 at Argos
The PS5 DualSense Charging Station is available at retail price at Argos right now. Though you may wish to wait for a proper discount here, as we've seen generous price drops for this essential accessory around key sales periods.

Star Wars Jedi Survivor: £69.99  £30.95 at Amazon

Star Wars Jedi Survivor: was £69.99 now £30.95 at Amazon
This is a fantastic discount for Respawn's Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. It continues the story of its soulslike subseries, and several patches since launch have improved its overall performance, making this a great time to jump in.

Immortals of Aveum: £9.99 £9.36 at Amazon

Immortals of Aveum: was £9.99 now £9.36 at Amazon
When (relatively) high-profile PS5 games drop to this price it's definitely worth taking note of. While Immortals of Aveum didn't set the world alight, at this price of less than a tenner, it's absolutely worth jumping into.

Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves: £42.99  £23.76 at Amazon

Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves: was £42.99 now £23.76 at Amazon
This price cut deal takes the coveted Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection down to nearly half price, which is excellent value for the games you're getting here.

Resident Evil 4 Remake: £44.99 at Very

Resident Evil 4 Remake: £44.99 at Very
Capcom's phenomenal Resident Evil 4 remake is currently sitting at the 45 quid mark at Very and makes for a decent value purchase at this point. Definitely one to watch for future discounts too, though.

EA Sports PGA Tour: £69.99 £18.39 at Amazon

EA Sports PGA Tour: was £69.99 now £18.39 at Amazon
For anyone looking to dive into a golf game this year, and do so in a title that harks back to the good old days of the Tiger Woods games, this is a brilliant deal - and also a record low price!

PlayStation Plus

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A PlayStation Plus subscription is an excellent pairing with the PS5. Not only does it let you access online multiplayer, a number of free PS Plus games each month and regular exclusive deals, but also the PlayStation Plus Collection. This is a library of some of the best PS4 games all ready to download and play on your new console. It's great if you missed out on any classics from the last generation console.

Now that dedicated cards or vouchers for PlayStation Plus have gone since Sony restructured the service, below we've got the latest and lowest prices on the relevant cards that'll get you over the line for each of the levels: Essential, Extra, and Premium.

PS5 price: how much does the PS5 cost?

PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition side by side

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The PS5 price comes in at $499 (£479 / AU$799.95) - that's the same cost as the Xbox Series X in the US, but the recent price hike in other regions means it now costs £30 /  €50 / AU$50 more than before.

However, Sony has always been quick to point to its prioritization of value over price, so if you're looking for those heavy-hitting PS5 exclusives it might be worth shelling out for the more expensive console. Plus, the PS5 Digital Edition runs the same specs as the fully-fledged console, further cementing its position in the market as a high value-for-money option. 

That means bargain hunters can still experience everything the PS5 has to offer while foregoing the opportunity to play physical PS4 and PS5 games or save cash by buying in the second-hand market. It's an excellent proposition that will certainly capture those going for sheer value for money at launch.

PS5 Digital Edition price

PS5 price deals bundles

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The PS5 Digital Edition costs $399 (£389.99 / AU$649.95) - that's $100 more expensive than Microsoft's own Xbox Series S, but we are talking about the full power of the PS5 here. That means Sony's console actually goes a lot further than Microsoft's cheaper offering. Whether this is enough to sway the budget market towards Sony, however, remains to be seen.

The price of the PS5 Digital Edition, then, comes in at a similar position to the PS4 Pro, which makes sense if you're looking to get into the Sony ecosystem for the first time. However, if you're looking to make use of the PS5's backwards compatibility, you will have to factor in the cost of rebuying your physical PS4 games. If you've already amassed a collection, then, it's worth picking up the full console and taking advantage of Sony's PS5 upgrade system. 

However, if you have a PS Plus membership, you'll be able to take advantage of the PlayStation Plus Collection. PS5 owners can download and play a massive selection of PS4 exclusive titles with full PS5 upgrades from launch, from Uncharted 4 to The Last of Us Remastered, Ratchet and Clank to Bloodborne and God of War. So, if you're a PS Plus subscriber you'll be able to play all those golden oldies with your membership anyway. 

PS5 price: compared to the PS4

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When the PS4 was released in 2013, PlayStation held the price announcement until the Xbox One had taken the leap first. Once the Xbox One was set at $499 / £429 with a Kinect included in every package, Sony only had to cut the PlayStation Camera from its PS4 bundles to swoop in with a $100 cheaper price tag.

So how does the PS5 price compare to that of its predecessors? The PS4 launched for $399 / £350 / AU$599, while the PS3 launched for an astonishing $599 / £425. It was always unlikely we'd see prices reach that high again, though Sony is definitely pitching above the cost of the previous-gen console.

Best PS5 deals - FAQs

Where is the cheapest place to buy a PS5?

The PS5 console doesn't receive discounts very often, but recently, several retailers have dropped its price. The most reliable places for stock right now would be Amazon, Game, Best Buy and PlayStation Direct itself. Though keep in mind that Sony's official website may place you in a queue due to the high demand the discounts have brought about.

What is the best PS5 price?

The PS5 saw its best discount yet recently, with huge price drops on the console and bundles. In the UK, the console went down to just £399 from its usual £479 retail price. In the US, some retailers also dropped the price of the PS5 + God of War Ragnarok bundle to an absurd $399. We expect discounts to be more frequent going forward now, especially as we head into the Holiday season.

Where is the best place to order a PS5?

Retailers like Amazon, Game and Best Buy typically have the lion's share of PS5 stock. However, if you want to buy directly from Sony, then PlayStation Direct is your next best bit. We've found this method to be somewhat unreliable, though, as you'll often be placed in a queue due to that high demand.

Rob Dwiar
Managing Editor, TechRadar Gaming

Rob is the Managing Editor of TechRadar Gaming, a video games journalist, critic, editor, and writer, and has years of experience gained from multiple publications. Prior to being TechRadar Gaming's Managing Editor, he was TRG's Deputy Editor, and a longstanding member of GamesRadar+, being the Commissioning Editor for Hardware there for years, while also squeezing in a short stint as Gaming Editor at WePC just before joining TechRadar Gaming. He is also a writer on tech, gaming hardware, and video games but also gardens and landscapes, combining the two areas in an upcoming book on video game landscapes that you can back and pre-order now.

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