In honor of PlayStation’s 30th anniversary, Sony Group Corp. has unveiled a collection of limited-edition PS5 consoles and accessories. These nostalgic nods to the original PlayStation, which launched on December 3, 1994, have generated considerable excitement among gamers.
Reliable sources, including insider billbil-kun, have reported on the pricing for the highly anticipated 30th Anniversary PS5 Slim bundle and the commemorative DualSense controller. The PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary bundle is rumored to be priced at $499.99 in the United States, 519.99 euros in Europe, and 449.99 pounds in the UK. The commemorative DualSense controller is expected to retail for $79.99, 79.99 euros in Europe, and 69.99 pounds in the UK, aligning with the cost of Sony’s recently released DualSense Astro Bot controller.
The 30th Anniversary Collection boasts a design that pays homage to the iconic color scheme of the original PlayStation, a choice that has captivated the gaming community. The collection includes both the PS5 Digital Edition and the much-anticipated PS5 Pro, with a limited release of 12,300 units for the Pro model. Each unit will feature engraved numbering, commemorating the PlayStation’s historic launch date of December 3, 1994.
The PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle offers a 1TB SSD, a matching DualSense controller, and a Console Cover for a Disc Drive (sold separately). The bundle also comes with several collectible items, including a nostalgic PlayStation controller-style cable connector housing, four PlayStation-shaped cable ties, a limited edition PlayStation poster (one of 30 designs), and a commemorative PlayStation sticker and paperclip. Sony emphasizes the limited availability of the 30th Anniversary Collection, confirming the production of only 12,300 units.
The announcement of the PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Edition has been met with mixed reactions, particularly regarding its $700 price tag. The fact that the console does not include a disc drive has also surprised some fans. Early polls conducted by IGN suggest that only 10 to 15 percent of PlayStation enthusiasts plan to purchase the PS5 Pro, with the high cost being the primary deterrent.
As PlayStation enthusiasts eagerly await the release of these limited-edition consoles, the gaming community is buzzing with anticipation and speculation. The combination of nostalgic design and limited availability is sure to make these special editions highly sought after among collectors and die-hard PlayStation fans.
