PlayStation Starts Selling Cheaper, Used PS5s

PlayStation Starts Selling Cheaper, Used PS5s

As someone who’s been eagerly waiting for the right moment to get my hands on a PlayStation 5 without breaking the bank, this news has me jumping for joy! I remember back in the day when I saved up for months to afford a gaming console, and now, Sony is making it possible for gamers like myself to enjoy top-notch exclusives like Astro Bot and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 without emptying our wallets.


If you’ve wanted a PlayStation 5 but couldn’t justify the cost, now might be the perfect time to pick up the system. PlayStation Direct has officially started selling refurbished PS5 consoles, and the company is offering a significant price difference for those that decide to purchase one, as opposed to buying the system new. PlayStation 5 normally costs $499, but a refurbished version of the system can now be acquired for $399, a savings of $100. The PlayStation 5 Digital Edition is even cheaper, priced at $349, as opposed to the standard $449. Both versions of the refurbished console are also covered by a warranty.

On our website, it is stated that when you purchase a refurbished product from us, it will look and function as if it is brand new, utilizing authentic replacement parts for the PlayStation (if necessary). This product will undergo extensive cleaning, inspection, and testing to ensure its quality. The package will include all essential accessories, cables, and manuals. These Certified Refurbished products will come in their own branded packaging and can be shipped to you via 1-day express shipping or 2-day standard shipping options available on PlayStation Direct.

The labeling on these console boxes unmistakably shows that they contain refurbished goods. The design is quite modern and clean-cut, featuring either a white or black background, with the system itself depicted in contrast. A blue banner atop the box confirms it as a refurbished product, ensuring buyers know this isn’t a brand new item.

Today’s announcement timing is quite intriguing considering it follows the unveiling of the PS5 Pro by a day. Although a reconditioned console offers the cheapest method to enjoy exclusives like Astro Bot and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, the PS5 Pro is the priciest option, retailing at $699 which seems quite high (and frankly doesn’t seem justified). It’s refreshing then, to learn that Sony is opting to lower the cost of its base console, albeit through a refurbished model rather than a price reduction.

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2024-09-11 21:10