The PlayStation Black Friday sale is now officially live, bringing a slew of incredible new deals for you to consider. For starters, there are the PlayStation 5 bundles, down to at least $375, but then there's the PlayStation VR 2 bundle for $350, $20 off DualSense Controllers, discounts on games, and so much more.
The sale going live means we are one step closer to Black Friday proper, with deals for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo already confirmed. Let's dig into all the best PlayStation Black Friday deals.
TL;DR – Best PS5 Black Friday Deals
- PS5 Cobalt Star Bundle (Digital) – $374.99
- PS5 Cobalt Star Bundle (Disc) – $424.99
- PlayStation VR 2 (Horizon Bundle) – $349.99
- DualSense Controllers – $54.99
- Elden Ring – $19.99
- Alan Wake 2 (Deluxe) – $49.99
- Stellar Blade – $49.99
PS5 Black Friday Deals Are Now Live
PlayStation’s PS5 console deals are live for Black Friday, featuring the Fortnite Cobalt Star Bundle, and NBA 2K Bundle, at just $374.99 for the Digital Edition or $424.99 for the Disc Edition. These deals are also available in the UK at an equivalent price.
This is the best PS5 console deal of the year – and it'll likely be the last major discount heading into the holidays. If you’ve been holding out for a great price, now’s your chance. However, these deals could sell out or expire before Black Friday itself, so act quickly to secure yours and avoid disappointment. Let's take a look at what's on offer.
PlayStation VR 2 is $349.99 for Black Friday
This is one of the best deals of the whole Black Friday sale. Dropping $250, you can now get the PSVR2 Horizon: Call of the Mountain bundle for just $350. It's the same price as the PSVR2 standalone in the sale, but there's not much point in considering that version; just get the Horizon bundle and you've got an excellent game to play with your new incredible VR headset.
This price challenges the likes of other more affordable VR headsets like Meta Quest, and will surely bring a whole host of new players into the fold.
DualSense Controllers Get a $20 Discount for Black Friday
DualSense controllers are down to just $54.99, a significant drop from their $74.99 MSRP. Even better, special edition DualSense controllers are also discounted, now priced at $59.99.
It’s been a long time since DualSense controllers saw a discount this good, making now the perfect opportunity to grab one – or even two. Whether you’re upgrading your PlayStation setup or shopping for the perfect Christmas gift, this Black Friday deal is too good to miss. Here’s everything you need to know about the offer and why it’s the ideal time to buy.
PS5 Black Friday Video Game Deals
The best PS5 video game deals for Black Friday currently include Elden Ring for $19.99, alongside new games like GOTY contender Metaphor ReFantazio for $49.99, or incredible new physical releases like Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition. Have a look over our top picks in the sale, or take up the challenge yourself and have a gander over the many, many discounts found at Amazon today.
More Black Friday PS5 Game Deals
- Elden Ring: SOTE Edition – $49.99
- Persona 3 Reload – $24.99
- Cyberpunk 2077 UE – $39.99
- Unicorn Overlord – $29.99
- Shin Megami Tensei V – $24.99
- Dragon Age: The Veilguard – $62.99
PlayStation Plus Black Friday Deal
PlayStation Plus memberships have received a big Black Friday discount. New members can save 30% on a 12-month subscription, while current PlayStation Plus Essential members can upgrade and save 25% on PlayStation Plus Extra or 30% on Premium/Deluxe.
Sony has also recently confirmed its PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup for November 2024, and it includes the return of Rockstar’s GTA 5 in an exciting month for subscribers. Heavy hitters Dying Light 2: Stay Human and Like a Dragon: Ishin also joined the subscription service from November 19 onwards.
Premium/Deluxe members also gain access to the Sony Pictures Catalog, featuring up to 100 movies available to stream on demand. During the Black Friday promotion, additional discounts on recent movie releases will also be available to all PS5 and PS4 players.
Black Friday Deals Are Now Live – What Should You Buy?
Starting November 22, and ending on December 2 (Cyber Monday) retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart will offer discounts on PS5 hardware, PlayStation VR2, games, and accessories, including the Fortnite Cobalt Star Bundle, which will launch alongside the new Black Friday promotions.
DualSense controllers have been discounted by 25%, which has brought their price down to at least $54.99 following the recent price increase ($74.99). Moreover, PlayStation VR 2 is 40% off, a collosal discount, bringing it down to $350 for the Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle (MSRP $599.99)
When Is Black Friday 2024?
We hope you've prepared your wallets, because it's Black Friday season. During the biggest sales event of the year, keep an eye out for price drops on the games you've been waiting to add to your library. The same can be said for TVs, gaming PCs, Apple products, and more. Whatever you're in the market for, right now is probably one of the best times to make your biggest purchases.
The actual date of Black Friday in 2024 falls on November 29 this year, but the deals season began a lot sooner than that. In other Black Friday news, Nintendo has also recently announced its sale plans for Black Friday, with discounts on Tears of the Kingdom, Joy-Con controllers, and more confirmed to be on sale in the coming days. Xbox has also confirmed its deal lineup, with plenty of offers already live.
Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.
