- PlayStation’s early sale is live: Tom’s Guide highlights a fresh wave of PS5 digital deals from $2–$3, including hits like Cyberpunk 2077 ($22) and Monster Hunter Wilds (lowest price ~$48). A broader “November Savings” promotion covers 2,400+ titles up to 80% off, running into the week of Nov. 21. [1]
- Cloud streaming transforms PlayStation Portal: This week, Sony added full PS5 cloud streaming (Premium tier required), letting Portal owners stream thousands of compatible PS5 titles without tethering to a home console—timely ahead of holiday deals. [2]
When do the PlayStation and retailer sales start?
- PlayStation Black Friday window (leaked): A dependable deals report indicates Sony’s official PlayStation Black Friday sale will begin Nov. 21 (not yet confirmed by Sony). Expect a big PS Store event, PS Plus promos, and a holiday console bundle. [3]
- Black Friday 2025 (U.S.) is Friday, Nov. 28 (the day after Thanksgiving). Major retailers will roll out phased events and early-access windows ahead of that date. [4]
The headline leak: 2025 PS5 Black Friday bundle
- PS5 “Fortnite Flowering Chaos” Bundle — $450 (rumored)
A leak points to a PS5 Slim (Disc) bundle with exclusive Fortnite cosmetics (8 items worth 5,000 V-Bucks) plus 1,000 V-Bucks, launching Nov. 21 at $450 (roughly $100 off). Sony hasn’t officially confirmed this yet. [5]
The best early PS5 game deals to buy now
These are live as of today within Sony’s “November Savings” and competing retailer promos:
- Cyberpunk 2077 — $22 (PS Store)
- Monster Hunter Wilds — ~$48, lowest price noted (PS Store)
- Dragon’s Dogma 2 — $29 (PS Store)
- Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster — $29 (PS Store)
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — $7 (PS Store)
- Horizon Call of the Mountain (PS VR2) — $39 (PS Store)
All surfaced today via Tom’s Guide’s roundup of the live sale; the larger “November Savings” event lists 2,400+ discounted items at up to 80% off. [6]
Tip: Prices on digital titles can change rapidly during November; if a must-play game hits an all‑time low (or close), consider locking it in rather than waiting for Black Friday weekend.
Early console & accessory values worth a look
- Console + PS Plus value bundle (US): GameStop’s PS5 (disc) + 24 months of PS Plus Premium for $579.99 (about $170 off list) remains one of the strongest value bundles ahead of Black Friday. [7]
- Costco (US) ad special, starts Nov. 21:PS5 Slim (disc) + extra DualSense for $479.99 — a $120 savings on Costco’s listed price. Membership required. [8]
- DualSense Edge premium controller has already dipped to $179.99 at Walmart (‑$20). It’s a rare pre‑BF markdown on Sony’s pro pad. [9]
- PS5 SSD (2TB) deals: A frequently featured pick is the WD_Black SN850P 2TB around $184, a strong price for a heatsinked drive built for PS5. [10]
- UK early bundle: Very/EE have cut prices on PS5 Slim and bundles (e.g., PS5 Slim Digital + EA Sports FC 26 at ~£429 listed by The Independent). Regional pricing and availability vary. [11]
What to expect between now and Nov. 28
- Consoles: Due to 2025 U.S. price hikes (PS5 Disc ~$549.99, Digital ~$499.99, Pro announced as high as $749.99), deep base-hardware cuts may be modest; bundles (extra controller, game credits, services) will likely carry the best value. Look for at least $50 real savings to beat pre‑tariff levels. [12]
- PS Plus discounts: 2024’s PlayStation Black Friday cut up to 30% off annual PS Plus (and a leak suggests similar percentages with a likely Nov. 21 start). Renewals and tier upgrades may be included; details vary by region and are not yet confirmed for 2025. [13]
- Accessories & storage: Expect aggressive pricing on controllers, headsets, and NVMe SSDs (1–2TB). Third‑party headsets like SteelSeries Nova 5 and Sony’s own pads typically see the biggest drops. [14]
- PlayStation Portal: With this week’s cloud streaming rollout for PS Plus Premium members, any Portal discount (even a small one) becomes more compelling for remote play. Some outlets speculate $10–$30 off around Black Friday, though that remains rumor. [15]
Should you buy now or wait?
- Buy now if:
- Consider waiting until Nov. 21–28 if:
Key dates at a glance
- Now–Nov. 21: PlayStation Store November Savings (thousands of games up to 80% off). [20]
- Nov. 21 (leaked): PlayStation’s Black Friday sale likely starts; potential launch of the $450 PS5 bundle. (Unconfirmed) [21]
- Nov. 28:Black Friday 2025 (U.S.). [22]
Editor’s quick picks (best value plays today)
- Digital essentials: Cyberpunk 2077 ($22), Dragon’s Dogma 2 ($29), Monster Hunter Wilds (~$48), The Witcher 3 ($7) — all strong value‑per‑hour buys. [23]
- Hardware value bundle:PS5 + 24 months PS Plus Premium for $579.99 (effective savings land mainly in the subscription). [24]
- Storage upgrade:2TB WD_Black SN850P around $184 — painless way to stop juggling installs. [25]
Methodology & sources
This roundup synthesizes today’s deal posts and verified leaks from reputable tech/deals outlets, plus official calendars for date confirmation. We prioritize items with clear start dates, verifiable price history, and explicit retailer or platform listings.
Sources cited: Tom’s Guide (today’s PS Store deals), 9to5Toys (November sale details; Black Friday bundle/date leak; Costco ad), GamesRadar (early PS5 deals context), The Verge (GameStop value bundle; Portal update), and Timeanddate (Black Friday 2025 date). [26]
References
1. www.tomsguide.com, 2. blog.playstation.com, 3. 9to5toys.com, 4. www.timeanddate.com, 5. 9to5toys.com, 6. www.tomsguide.com, 7. www.theverge.com, 8. 9to5toys.com, 9. www.gamesradar.com, 10. www.tomsguide.com, 11. www.independent.co.uk, 12. 9to5toys.com, 13. www.engadget.com, 14. www.gamesradar.com, 15. blog.playstation.com, 16. 9to5toys.com, 17. www.theverge.com, 18. 9to5toys.com, 19. www.engadget.com, 20. 9to5toys.com, 21. 9to5toys.com, 22. www.timeanddate.com, 23. www.tomsguide.com, 24. www.theverge.com, 25. www.tomsguide.com, 26. www.tomsguide.com


