The second wave of PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition pre-orders will go live at non-PlayStation Direct retailers later this week on October 10, and we expect competition to be hot.
Technically, pre-orders remain open as we speak - however, we've not seen PlayStation Direct offer up any sign of a restock so the only possible retailer option is a non-starter right now. That's why it's so welcome that other retailers will be getting in on the action and offering everyone a second chance later this week.
While it didn't have quite the same pull as the mega PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Bundle that flew off the shelves in minutes last time around, the PS5 Slim digital edition also sold out in the previous window at PS Direct. As a result, we expect it to be an in-demand product once again, among the wider PS5 Pro pre-orders and PlayStation 30th Anniversary pre-orders.
That's why we're here to help get you to where you need to be quickly. And don't forget you might be able to have a second bite of the 30th Anniversary DualSense pre-order cherry this week, and it might be handy to know where to buy a PS5 disc drive if you missed out last time to go with a PS5 Pro.
The good news is that even now, well ahead of the big day, some retailers have full, proper listing pages ready to be bookmarked. These are the ones we'd start with and we'll update those as quick links below along with a thorough rundown beneath each one. But anyway, let's cut to it; here are your best links to check and bookmark now.
PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition: cut to the chase
- Price: $499.99 / £439.99
- Pre-order dates: September 26 (at PS Direct); October 10 (at other retailers)
- Release date: November 21
Where to buy the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition: Quick links
US quick links
- PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition: $499 at Walmart (starting Oct 10)
- PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition: $499.99 at Best Buy (starting Oct 10)
- PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition: $499.99 at Target (starting Oct 10)
- PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition: $499.99 at PS Direct (out of stock)
UK quick links
- PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition: £433.99 at PS Direct (out of stock)
Where to buy the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition in the US
Where to buy the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition in the UK
Where to pre-order the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition - What's included?
It's good to remember that the PS5 Slim 30th ANniversary Digital Edition pre-orders are actually for a small bundle of goodies, not just a single console.
We've listed out the contents of the bundle in full below, but the most important thing to remember is that the disc drive is sold separately. You can cover the disc drive in the Limited Edition version you get in the bundle after you've purchased one separately.
- Limited Edition PS5 Digital Edition console
- Limited Edition DualSense
- Limited Edition Console Cover for Disc Drive (disc drive sold separately)
- Limited Edition Vertical Stand
- PS1-controller-style cable connector housing
- Four PlayStation Shapes cable ties
- PlayStation sticker
- Limited Edition PlayStation poster
- PlayStation paperclip
Where to pre-order the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition - FAQs
How much does the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition bundle cost?
The PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition console costs $499.99 / £439.99.
When does the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition console release?
While pre-orders started with a first wave on September 26 (at PlayStation Direct) and will continue with a second at other participating retailers on October 10, the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition console will be fully released on November 21.
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