Sony has launched a new sale on the PlayStation Store, offering discounts on over 1,400 PS5 and PS4 titles. The sale, themed around New Year Deals, runs from today until January 29th, 2025. Some of the best offers include:
– 25th Anniversary Edition — £53.99 / $49.49 (40% / 45% off)
– Lost Judgement — £9.99 / $11.99 (80% off)
– Ratchet and Clank — £15.99 / $19.99 (60% off)
– Oxenfree 2 — £9.99 / $12.49 (50% off)
Many gamers are excited about the sale, sharing their digital hauls and recommendations.
One user praised Lost Judgement for its engaging story and enjoyed the mini-games, stating it was a great deal at £10. Another mentioned they plan to pick up Oxenfree 2, having appreciated the original game. However, some users expressed frustration with regional pricing discrepancies and the perceived repetitive nature of the sale items.
For instance, UK players noticed Ratchet and Clank being more expensive in their region compared to pricing in the US.
New Year deals on PS titles
Other highlights from the PlayStation ecosystem include:
– Sony and PlayStation Studios are making donations to Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts.
– The elusive PS5 disc drives are back in stock in the US. – A variety of new titles and updates are available, including Smite 2 now entering open beta phase on PS5. – The latest PlayStation Plus offerings are available as of January 11th, 2025.
Several gamers also discussed taxation on digital purchases, highlighting differences between US regions and the UK. The discussion touched on how sales tax is applied based on location, with VAT in the UK being 20%, compared to varied rates in the US. Despite some mixed feelings about the sale, it presents an opportunity for gamers to pick up popular titles at reduced prices.
For those interested, it might be worth browsing the complete sale listings on the PlayStation Store before the deals expire on January 29th, 2025.
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