The latest State of Play showcase has PlayStation fans itching to get their hands on upcoming games like Monster Hunter Wilds, Concord and even a new Astro Bot game. Those aren't out yet though, but thanks to the PlayStation Days of Play celebration there are all sorts of discounts on right now to tide us all over. These deals even include things like the console itself and plenty of games too.
While we're constantly searching for the best PlayStation deals the market has to offer, the Days of Play sale lasts for two weeks with offers changing daily. PS Plus members will also gain further price cuts, so that provides a good reason to sign up if you haven't already. Whether looking to upgrade to a next-gen console, renew your PS Plus membership or just take away some cheap games, there's plenty to pick from.
With that, we've rounded up the best PlayStation Days of Play deals below.
PlayStation Days of Play 2024 PS5 deals
Fancy going discless? The PlayStation 5 Digital Edition has no disc drive, meaning you purchase all your games digitally, either via the PS Store or via codes from different retailers. The next-gen console does everything else exactly the same as the model with a disc drive but is just a bit cheaper.
The new and improved slim PlayStation 5 is an upgraded model that launched in December 2023 with a sleeker design and detachable disc drive. Play all of Sony's latest next-gen games, from Marvel's Spider-Man 2 to Ratchet & Clank to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and more, either on disc or download.
PlayStation Days of Play 2024 PSVR deals
Score the best price to date on Sony's latest VR headset with $100 off the PSVR 2. You'll need to already own a PS5 to make it work since this isn't a standalone VR headset.
Planning to buy Horizon Call of the Mountain to play on your new PSVR 2? If you are, it makes total sense to buy them together for extra savings.
PlayStation Days of Play 2024 game deals
The 2023 PS5 sequel pits Peter Parker and Miles Morales against Kraven the Hunter and the alien symbiote, Venom, in this blockbuster action-adventure. Now with a $20 discount thanks to the Days of Play sale.
To coincide with the HBO TV adaption, Sony and developer Naughty Dog remastered The Last of Us Part 2 for the PlayStation 5. The newly enhanced version features a new roguelike survival mode, No Return, DualSense integration, new levels that were previously cut, graphical improvements and more.
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition -- made up of the 2022 action RPG and its subsequent 2023 DLC, Burning Shores -- is now $20 off. There's over 100 hours worth of gameplay here or just a solid 25-hour or so story with an intriguing follow-up that grows the narrative.
PlayStation Days of Play 2024 PlayStation Plus deals
PlayStation Plus members can save 20% off PS Plus Essential, 25% off PS Plus Extra and 30% off PlayStation Premium by reupping their 12-month subscription via Sony's PlayStation site. Simply sign in to your PSN account to find the offers.
When is PlayStation's Days of Play sale?
Sony has confirmed that the PlayStation Days of Play sale will take place from May 29 until June 12, 2024, with different deals going live on different days. The biggest ones to look out for are the 24-hour flash sales that will happen on the PlayStation Store. So that's a full two weeks where Sony and participating retailers will be discounting the price of consoles, games, subscriptions and more.
What free games can be claimed during PlayStation Days of Play?
Throughout the PlayStation Days of Play event, PS Plus subscribers will gain access to more games than usual. This includes the following titles:
PS5 and PS4 games: Game Catalog (PS Plus Extra or PS Plus Premium)
- Dredge: PS4, PS5 (available May 29)
- Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2: PS4 (available May 31)
- Cricket 24: PS4, PS5 (available June 5)
- Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas The Definitive Edition: PS4, PS5 (available June 7)
PSVR 2 games: available on June 6 (Premium members)
- Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord
- Walkabout Mini Golf
- Synth Riders
- Before Your Eyes
- The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners – Chapters 1 & 2
PS2 games: Classics Catalog on June 11 (Premium members)
- Tomb Raider Legend
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars
- Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus
In addition to all this, a game trial of WWE 2K24 for both PS5 and PS4 will be available from May 29 for PS Plus Premium members.
How to get one year of Netflix from PlayStation's Days of Play event
Any PS Plus members who purchase a PS5 console or PSVR 2 headset via PlayStation Store directly will be able to claim 12 months of Netflix premium at no extra cost. This promotion runs from May 29 to June 12, with both new and existing Netflix subscribers able to claim the offer.
What else does PlayStation Days of Play include?
Several Days of Play community challenges will take place where PlayStation players work together to reach a certain goal, and in turn, earn unique rewards for participating. A PlayStation Stars Campaign will offer new digital collectibles, including a new digital display case. Exclusive campaigns focused on Dredge and EA Sports FC 24 are planned too, with the latter also receiving an esports tournament -- known as the Days of Play Cup -- from June 1 to June 9.
Finally, a free set of Avatars featuring the likes of Lara Croft, Slimer from Ghostbusters, Sly Cooper and more will be up for grabs, alongside an exclusive Roblox pack that includes an avatar for Felix Freezebard the Yeti.