We've been holding out for some solid PS5 deals in the US and all that waiting seems to have paid off. You'll find $50 off a standalone console at a range of retailers right now, from Amazon to Walmart. That means the PS5 is now just $449at Amazon - a record low price and the first major discount to hit the shelves.
Considering we were scrabbling for stock just a few months ago, that's pretty good going. $50 is a considerable saving for the console's first discount and is far more than we've ever seen off the Xbox Series X. With both consoles carrying the same MSRP, it's the better buy this weekend from a price standpoint. You'll find this offer live at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy right now, with bundle prices falling accordingly as well.
We were expecting PS5 deals to first shave some cash off this MSRP this year, but we had our money on Black Friday for a saving of this level. That said, discounts hitting the UK last week suggested something might be coming our way. A random Sunday in August works just fine as well, especially if you've been holding out for a slightly lower price point.
PS5 | $499.99 $449 at AmazonSave $50 - Amazon has the PS5 at $50 off its $499.99 MSRP. Needless to say, this is the lowest price we've ever seen the console by itself - excellent news if you've been holding out for a discount.
Also Available: Walmart: $449 | Best Buy: $449.99
If you haven't already taken the new generation leap, there are likely two reasons why; you're still rocking the PS4 just fine or you're undecided between Sony and Microsoft's entries. If you find yourself in the former camp, and you have the cash to splash, it's well worth investing in the next generation. Obviously the PS5 is a massive step up from the
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