Sony's PlayStation 5 gaming console has had a banner year. 2023 saw the release of critically acclaimed titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Alan Wake II and Marvel's Spider-Man 2—plus PS5 exclusives like Final Fantasy XVI.
If you watched PlayStation 5's launch with hesitation, then now is an excellent time to dive into Sony's flagship console. Learn about the deals on bundles and games this holiday season.
PS5 Console Bundles for Black Friday
If you don't have a PlayStation 5 yet, this Black Friday is a great opportunity to buy the console and get a free game to start your collection.
- PlayStation 5 Console + Marvel's Spider-Man 2 for $500
- PlayStation 5 Console + Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III for $500
PS5 Game Sales for Black Friday
PlayStation 5 games usually retail at about $60 or $70. Black Friday is an opportunity to add PS5 games to your library at low prices.
The PlayStation store has great deals on digital downloads for games:
- Assassin's Creed Mirage for $40. Originally $50. The latest entry in the Assassin's Creed series was released just over a month ago. This is very early in a game's lifecycle to receive a sale.
- Diablo IV for $40. Originally $70. The hit action role-playing game and successor to earlier Diablo games began its second season in October.
- Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade for $15. Originally $40. The remake of Final Fantasy VII will be released in two parts. The first, Intergrade, was released in 2021. The second, Rebirth, will launch early next year.
- Final Fantasy XVI for $42. Originally $70. This cinematic experience and the latest game in the Final Fantasy series follows protagonist Clive Rosfield through a fantasy story featuring political machinations between warring kingdoms and the magic powers of godlike creatures called Eikons.
- God of War Ragnarök for $30. Originally $60. The latest installment in the God of War series. This game won awards in 2022 for its vocal performances, narrative and action/adventure experience.
- Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered. The sequel was released earlier this year to critical acclaim. Now is a great time to revisit the first game, remastered with graphics worthy of the PS5's hardware.
- Hogwarts Legacy for $42. Originally $70. Set in the Harry Potter universe in the late 19th century, this game delighted fans when it was released early this year.
- Resident Evil 4 for $40. Originally $60. This remake of Resident Evil 4, originally released in 2005, faithfully re-created the base game's horror experience with huge graphics and gameplay improvements.
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt—Complete Edition for $15. Originally $50. Hunt monsters and track down Ciri, the lost Child of Prophecy, as Geralt of Rivia. According to Metacritic, Witcher 3 remains one of the best games for PS5.
Other retailers also have deals on PS5 games for Black Friday, including games not discounted on the PlayStation store:
- Elden Ring for $40 at Walmart. Originally $60.
- Ghost of Tsushima (Director's Cut) for $30 at Target. Originally $70.
- Persona 5 Royal for $30 at GameStop. Originally $60.
Walmart has additional discounts on Wednesday, November 22. Including these games:
- Star Wars Jedi: Survivor for $30. Originally $69.
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II for $40. Originally $69.
- Mortal Kombat 1 for $40. Originally $70.
- Hogwarts Legacy for $40. Originally $69.
- Resident Evil 4 for $30. Originally $60.
Is It Worth Buying a PS5 in 2023?
Three years after its launch, Sony's PlayStation 5 remains one of the best gaming consoles available. The console boasts top-tier gaming hardware that can run graphically demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty and Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
Some gamers felt that the console's library was lacking at launch. However, their concerns have been quelled now that award-winning games like Elden Ring, Baldur's Gate 3 and Resident Evil 4 are available.
The PS5 also boasts several incredible PlayStation-exclusive games, like Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Ghost of Tsushima and God of War Ragnarök.
PS5 owners are also looking forward to upcoming games like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Star Wars: Outlaws, both expected to launch on the console in 2024.
Where Can You Buy a PlayStation 5?
PlayStation 5 consoles are available at most major retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Target and Walmart.
You can also buy the console directly from Sony through its PlayStation store.
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