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While the PS5 itself doesn't go on sale very often, there are still ways of saving big in the Sony PlayStation ecosystem.
While the PS5 itself doesn’t go on sale very often, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways of saving big in the Sony PlayStation ecosystem. Using the PlayStation discount codes below can save you money on some of the best PS5 games, our favorite cozy games, mobile gaming controllers, and gaming headsets, which is significant given how expensive modern games are. There are other ways to save money too, such as by earning cash back using a PlayStation Visa Credit Card, using a PlayStation gift card, or by signing up for a PlayStation Plus membership. Here are all the best PlayStation discount codes, PlayStation deals, and ways to save money at PlayStation.
You probably didn’t realize PlayStation had its own Visa Credit Card, but if you’re a hardcore fan, it can offer some really impressive perks. If you sign up and spend $500 within the first 60 days, you immediately get $100 back in the form of a statement credit applied directly to your account.
The PlayStation Visa Credit Card has no annual fees and comes with a variety of gamer perks. These include a 12-month membership to PlayStation Plus if you spend at least $6,000 within a calendar year and 5% back in points when you shop at the PlayStation Store or Sony Store. There’s also some more standard perks such as pay-per-use roadside assistance and emergency card replacement. Plus, you can save $100 with this credit card without needing a PlayStation promo code.
Speaking of becoming a member, that’s another easy way to get PS5 game discounts without a PlayStation discount coupon. There are three tiers to choose from, starting at $11 per month for the “Essential” tier. Being subscribed to this tier (or any of the higher ones) gets you access to loads of freebies, such as free exclusive add-ons, in-game items, or content packs for some of your favorite games. Check out all the available exclusive content to see what you’re in for.
Being subscribed to PlayStation Plus also grants you access to exclusive discounts on games, which are new each month. PlayStation Plus members can receive up to an additional 30% off on both PS5 or PS4 titles with these PlayStation deals. There’s a lot more content here than you probably even realize.
As I mentioned above, finding discounts on a PS5 isn’t easy. But one way to save on a new console is by using a PlayStation gift card. You can save up to $100 on PlayStation by applying your accumulated gift card balance toward one of these items - so long as you are buying through an official channel.
Unfortunately, PlayStation Store gift cards can only be used on digital products at PlayStation Store. Physical products from PlayStation Direct and merchandise from PlayStation Gear can’t be purchased with a gift card.
One of the only ways to actually get a deal on a PlayStation is by buying a certified model. You don’t want to just go and buy through any retailer though, as some have different certifications and define the term “refurbished” differently. Fortunately, Sony has its certified refurbished program to get you PS5 discounts that you won’t regret buying later. These undergo a rigorous recertification process to ensure that they function as well as a brand new PlayStation. In other words, they should work like they’re new.
This includes up to $100 off consoles, such as the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition or the PlayStation 5 Slim. Sony also has refurbished DualShock controllers for sale.
There are so many new releases from PlayStation that we’re excited about this month. One is the long-awaited MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, with Marvel icons, heroes, and villains in a 4v4 smackdown complete with an anime-inspired art style. Next is STAR WARS Zero Company and Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, both are large-scale military strategy games, and MADDEN NFL 27 for sports fans - now with players’ own personalities that may not be so easy to control.
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