PlayStation enthusiasts across the UK have reason to celebrate as Sony unveils its most aggressive Black Friday pricing strategy to date. The gaming giant has confirmed it will launch its PS5 Black Friday deals a full week early, bringing substantial savings on consoles, accessories, and popular games.
Major Console Price Reductions
Sony's headline announcement confirms the PS5 Slim digital edition will drop to just £299.99, marking the first time this console has reached this price point. For those preferring physical media, both the PS5 Pro and PS5 Slim disc edition will receive a significant £90 price reduction during the sales event.
The discounts extend beyond main consoles to Sony's popular handheld device. The company has confirmed the PlayStation Portal will see a £30 price cut, with additional savings available on the PS VR2, DualSense controllers, and PlayStation's range of gaming earbuds and headsets.
Special Bundles and Retailer Availability
A new PS5 Slim digital edition Fortnite bundle will launch at £294.99, providing even greater value for gamers. These substantial discounts will be available through multiple major retailers including PlayStation Direct, Amazon, Very, Currys, and Argos.
Several retailers have already begun rolling out early offers. EE is currently offering a PS5 Slim digital edition with EA Sports FC 26 for £418, down from £485.99, while Amazon has the PS5 Pro available for £672.65, reduced from £699.99. Game.co.uk has slashed the PS VR2 to £399.99, representing a £130 saving from its original £529.99 price tag.
Early Deals Already Live
While Black Friday 2025 officially begins on Friday 28 November, the early bird offers provide ample opportunity for savvy shoppers. Amazon currently offers the PS5 DualSense controller at £53.99, down from £64.99, while basketball fans can snap up a PS5 Slim digital edition with NBA 2K26 for £449.95 at the same retailer.
According to Alex Lee, The Independent's senior tech critic who has covered the PS5 since its 2020 launch, these represent some of the most significant discounts seen on Sony's current-generation hardware. The PS5 Pro, which launched in 2024 with enhanced specifications including double the internal storage and improved rendering power, continues to be positioned as Sony's premium offering.
Gamers looking to upgrade their experience should monitor these deals closely, as prices are expected to remain competitive through Cyber Monday on 1 December and into the Boxing Day sales period.
