Best PlayStation 5 deals for May 2026: sales on consoles, bundles and more

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In April 2026 Sony increased the price of all PS5 consoles, citing global economic pressures. Luckily, we've spotted some deals that still save you money.

The cost of all PS5 consoles has gone up by £90: this puts a PS5's price tag at £570, with a digital-only version costing £520, and the Pro at an eye-watering £790.

We've been on the lookout for great deals on PlayStations this May – including tracking prices over the past six months so you can compare prices. It may not be the best time to buy, but we've spotted a few deals that are worth considering.

We're also keeping an eye on so-called 'bundle deals', many of which aren't actually as good as they first seem. It's often cheaper to buy each item separately.

Be sure to check out our top five choices on game deals. We spotted great bargains on games like Space Marine II, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and more.

Prefer playing your games on Xbox? Check out the best Xbox deals.

* References to ‘Average price' and 'Cheapest price' are based on Which? market knowledge and information supplied by our partners. Average price is checked for the six calendar months prior to publication. Not all retailers are included in our checks.

 Best PlayStation 5 May 2026 deals

Our pick: PlayStation 5 Slim (Digital) + Disc Drive + Resident Evil: Requiem

*Average price in the last six months: £500. Cheapest Price in the last six months: £500

We like: Saves you nearly £90 when compared to buying separately

Watch out for: Still more expensive than similar deals a few months ago

Despite Sony's price increases, you can still nab some savings with this bundle from The Game Collection. 

This deal essentially gets you a PS5 Slim disc console for £500, which by itself is £70 off the new RRP. The real treat is that it includes the latest Resident Evil game.

It's currently the best PS5 deal.

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  Best PlayStation 5 bundle May deals

PlayStation 5 Slim (Digital) + Disc Drive + Resident Evil: Requiem

*Average price in the last six months: £500. Cheapest Price in the last six months: £500

We like: Includes a console and game at well below any new RRPs

Watch out for: Still expensive

The best deals will get you the console, games, or accessories for – or below – RRP. This one essentially gets you a PS5 Slim for £500, and throws in a popular new game for good measure.

When shopping for bundle deals, a good rule of thumb is to compare the prices of everything included to the RRP of a PS5 Slim (£570), a PS5 Pro (£790), or a PS5 Slim Digital (£520). 

 Best PlayStation 5 Pro May deals

Our pick: PlayStation 5 Pro

*Average price in the last six months: £696. Cheapest price in past six months: £570

We like: Larger GPU, 2TB storage, improved ray-tracing, and features 'AI-powered' upscaling

Watch out for: No disc drive included

While this souped-up console has better specs, meaning faster and better-looking graphics in-game, it comes at a hefty price – and without a disc drive.

If you want to play physical games, you'll need to shell out some extra cash for a disc drive (or nab one from an old PS5 Slim).

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 Best PlayStation 5 accessory May deals

PS VR 2 Headset 

*Average price in the past six months: £426.98. Cheapest price in the past six months: £299

We like: Exclusive titles and experiences

Watch out for: Need a PS5 in order to use

If you already have a PlayStation 5 and want to get into the digital worlds of VR, you can often find discounts on Sony's PS5-specfic headset. 

This deal doesn't come with any games, so you'll need to buy them separately.

Not sure which one to choose? We've compared popular headsets in our guide on how to buy the best VR headset.

PlayStation Portal

*Average price in the past six months: £200. Cheapest price in the past six months: £175.99

We like: Significantly cheaper than a TV and other gaming handhelds

Watch out for: Wi-fi required, only 1080p

Unfortunately, following the price increases to PS5s, the PlayStation Portal has also seen its RRP rise to £220. It's not all bad news, though; a new update lets you stream games remotely without needing to buy a PS5. It's now a viable alternative amid price increases on consoles.

The catch? You need to subscribe to PlayStation Plus. You will still need to connect to a speedy wi-fi network to play anything.

Just note that it's not a dedicated gaming handheld like a Steam Deck, ROG Ally or Nintendo Switch. Instead, think of this like a souped-up controller with a screen built-in that streams PS5 games over wi-fi.

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 Best PlayStation 5 game May deals

There are hundreds of games that are on sale every week. We've broken down some of the best PlayStation game deals we've found this month. You can also take a look at the PlayStation Store's deals page if you'd rather pick up digital versions of games.

Best PlayStation 5 games deals

Below, we've picked our top five deals on popular games that are currently on sale.

• EA Sports FC 25: SQUIRREL_TEXT_50018635
• Elden Ring: SQUIRREL_TEXT_12924778
• Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2: SQUIRREL_TEXT_50019036
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance II: SQUIRREL_TEXT_50020911
• Battlefield 6 (Standard Edition): SQUIRREL_TEXT_50023155

Nothing of interest? You can always take a peek at the PlayStation Store's deals page for digital games on sale.

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What do I need to know before buying a PlayStation 5?

The biggest question to ask when buying any games console is how you'll primarily be using it and what kinds of games you want to play.

PlayStation 5s are powerful consoles that get most new releases, and have plenty of exclusive launches. They require a TV or external screen to play on though, and are among the most expensive of current generation consoles.

You can read our advice on buying a PlayStation to find out everything you need to know before purchasing.

Should you buy a PlayStation 5 Pro?

Despite it's substantially higher price tag, the PS5 Pro doesn't come with a disc drive. You'll need to shell out an extra £100 for one, so if you want to play your physical PS5 and PS4 games you'd need to spend £800 total.

We'd typically recommend picking up secondhand physical versions of games, as that tends to save you more money than buying digital copies from the PlayStation store. Without a disc drive though, the savings aren't as immediate.

For now, we'd recommend holding off on buying a PS5 Pro – check out the Slim instead. It might not have all the fancy bells and whistles, but it's still a force to be reckoned with in terms of computing power. It also helps that it's over £200 cheaper, and comes with a disc drive.

How much is one year of PlayStation Plus

It depends on which subscription you get. There are three types of monthly subscription: Essential, Extra and Premium. Here's what the savings look like for each subscription if you pay every three months or annually:

You can view the full breakdown of what each plan has to offer on PlayStation's website.

Looking for more deals on consoles? We've found the best Nintendo Switch deals.

How to get the best PS5 deals

1. Know what a good deal looks like: while a PS5 and a game for £570 can seem underwhelming, it can still save you up to £60 on the cost of a new game. These are the most common kinds of deals and have a wide variety of games that they include. 
2. Keep an eye on bundles: they can be a great way to save some money on games and accessories you might get later down the line. Some retailers will bundle controllers and games with consoles, so we'd recommend keeping an eye out for console bundles with games you'll want to play. A good rule of thumb when shopping bundles is to subtract the price by £570, then compare prices on the games included vs. buying them separately. With the console getting a big discount, this can get a bit more fuzzy. We'd recommend taking the cheapest prices, adding them together, and seeing how much money you save – it might be worth picking things up separately.
3. Save this page: our experts will be scouring thousands of PS5 deals to help you save money. We'll also be looking at Nintendo Switch and Xbox deals, TV deals, and more.
4. Consider buying second hand: we've found that you can make hefty savings when buying a new console with a disc reader and games second-hand. You can check out online sellers like CeX, MusicMagpie, and Game, who all have good stocks of second hand PS5 games.