A credible insider has allegedly spilled the beans on Sony’s thirtieth anniversary PS5 bundle prices – but are they to be trusted?
Although the PS5 has a limited library of exclusive games, it’s gaining something special this year: a sleek original PlayStation-themed console edition celebrating the company’s 30th anniversary on its iconic home console brand. Despite having no affinity for the concept, I acknowledge its nostalgic appeal and the unmistakable charm of the original PlayStation’s color scheme, which remains unparalleled in my opinion? One potential drawback is that the worth level for this item has yet to be announced, leaving fans of the “Take My Money” meme from Futurama in limbo, unsure of how much they’ll need to part with just yet.
Despite being a trusted source, Billbil-kun, renowned for accurately leaking forthcoming PlayStation Plus games, allegedly revealed the prices for at least some of the collection. The PlayStation 5 Digital Edition is priced at $450, marking a significant $50 premium over standard digital console prices. The PSX-themed controllers are expected to cost $80 each for individual purchases, mirroring the price tag of the recently released limited edition Astro Bot controller.
While Billbil-kun lacks details regarding the PS5 Pro or PlayStation Portal, it’s reasonable to assume a price increase given the growth of the PS5 Digital Edition; a potential $50 boost would be expected for the standard Professional edition, which already retails for an impressive $700. At the Portal’s entrance, I’d venture that my guess is almost as uncertain as yours; still, a conservative estimate would peg the potential gain at no more than $50.
Sony’s pricing strategy has been under scrutiny lately, particularly with regards to its PlayStation 5 console. In an effort to make sense of the PS5’s Professional version’s $700 price tag, Tom shares his concerns and ultimately finds a way to bring the cost down significantly.
