Memorial Day PS5 deals: Everything we're expecting from this year's sales

Memorial Day PS5 deals
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Memorial Day PS5 deals are sure to help you grab some new games at cheaper prices. We're keeping our eyes peeled for decent discounts since the big day is right around the corner, but so far it's slim pickings. The game deals might be better than the accessory deals though, so prepare yourself. Still, accessory deals could arrive next week, so if you need a new gamepad or an SSD to help with storage issues, stay tuned.

If you've ever shopped for the best PS5 accessories, you'll know that add-ons don't come cheap. The same goes for relatively new games, as releases tend to hold their value for a bit longer these days. That absolutely applies to PS5 bundles too, but Memorial Day is one of the best times to grab all of the above at optimal prices. There's even a chance you'll be able to save before the big event, as early offers to tend to emerge in the leadup to the sales.

We know a thing or two about sniffing out great Memorial Day PS5 deals, and we've also tested enough accessories to know which add-ons are actually worth your time. So, join us as we round up what to expect from the event later this month, as well as some of those early offers that we mentioned above.

Today's best PS5 deals ahead of Memorial Day

Razer Quick Charging Stand for PS5$39.99 $29.99 at AmazonSave $10

Razer Quick Charging Stand for PS5 | $39.99 $29.99 at Amazon
Save $10 - It isn't a huge saving, and it's currently sitting at its average price on Amazon, but Razer's quick charging stand for the DualSense comes in a slew of colors and offers you a way to combat the gamepad's pretty dire battery life.

Buy it if: 

✅You need a place to display your PS5 controllers
✅ The battery life of the DualSense annoys you
✅ You have more than one DualSense

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You have other cables to charge controllers with
❌ You'd rather wait for more of a price drop

WD Black SN770 1TB$129.99$84.99 at Best BuySave $45

WD Black SN770 1TB | $129.99 $84.99 at Best Buy
Save $45 - 1TB PS5 SSD deals are hard to come by at the moment. Luckily, cheaper/older SSDs like the SN770 exist, and while this is still a ways off the $60 we'd like to see, it's as close as you'll get right now. 

Buy it if: 

✅You need more storage space
✅ Read/Write speeds don't matter to you
✅ You want a drive that will make things easy for you

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You want the fastest read/write speeds
❌ You'd rather have a newer drive

EA Sports PGA Tour$29.99$19.99 at Best BuySave $10

EA Sports PGA Tour | $29.99 $19.99 at Best Buy
Save $10 - The latest official PGA Tour game features updated swing mechanics, and loads of officially licensed real-world courses to explore virtually. If you're getting back into Golf for the Summer months, you can practice here for $10 cheaper. That money could go toward your next driving range session.

Buy it if: 

✅You’re a golf fan
✅ You've been waiting for a decent price
✅ You enjoyed 2K23's golf outing on PS Plus

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You aren't into sports games

God of War Ragnarok$69.99$35.59 at CDKeysSave $34.99

God of War Ragnarok | $69.99 $35.59 at CDKeys
Save $34.99 - One of the PS5's crown jewel exclusives is 50% off at the moment if you buy through CDKeys. This isn't the cheapest we've seen it, but compared to digital PS5 games through the PlayStation store, this is a hefty discount worth having.

Buy it if: 

✅You’ve been waiting for a digital version price drop
✅ You have a digital-only console
✅ You've played 2018's outing

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You have daddy issues
❌ You can wait for a cheaper physical deal

What to expect from Memorial Day PS5 deals in 2024

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Although the biggest savings on gaming hardware and PS5 bundles tend to come during either Prime Day or Black Friday, there are going to be plenty of ways to save your money on gaming gear this Memorial Day. The PS5 itself could see some bundle offerings hanging around - including the Spider-Man bundle at Best Buy. We could even see the return of the $399 digital-only bundle, which would be a really tempting prospect for those who aren't that keen on the fully-priced machine.

Perhaps the biggest savings could come on PS5 games. Usually, for Memorial Day, we see games from the previous November reach some super reasonable prices - so all eyes are on the likes of Spider-Man 2 this year. With New Game Plus now out, it'd be a great time for a discount on it. We could also see Baldur's Gate 3 discounted since it's still super popular. Games that launched early in 2024 could also see their first discounts. Tekken 8 and Dragon's Dogma 2 are in prime position for some deals, and with Helldivers 2 looking to keep up its momentum, some discounts on it could be massive. May we even see some sort of Helldivers 2 bundle for the PS5? All remains to be seen.

Then we come to accessories. SSDs will be really worth keeping an eye on this Memorial Day since their prices have been pretty high so far this year. If you can pick up a 1TB drive for under $70, you're getting a good deal just now, so look to our best SSDs for PS5 guide to know what to look for. Similarly, external hard drives tend to be a staple of any online sale. The best PS5 controllers may see some discounts too, which is always welcome since they're not the cheapest gamepads out there. A price cut to the Victrix Pro BFG would be huge for any FPS player, and a first price cut to the DualSense Edge has been long overdue. 

Lastly, with PSVR 2's PC support looming, it might be a wonderful time for Sony to finally drop a new bundle for it, or give it some price cuts. That would be worth preparing for.

FAQ

Which retailers will be best for Memorial Day PS5 deals?

Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart are all strong bets for the best Memorial Day PS5 deals. Amazon often offers the lowest-ever prices we see on consoles and software, thanks to its subsidiary, Woot. These are extremely limited, though! 

Walmart has been surprisingly great for bundles too, being one of the first to reduce the God of War Ragnarok price by $50. Both the retailer and Best Buy host regular daily deals and clearance sales, so always worth keeping an eye out there for a bargain or two. For cheap digital games, CDKeys is your best port of call. PS5 games are often found at half-price there, sometimes better.  Last year, here's what we saw, and where.

Amazon: cheap PS5 games, SSDs, and more

Best Buy: daily PS5 bundle deals and clearance sales

CDKeys: up to 66% off digital games – including God of War

GameStop: PS5 stock readily available

Walmart: Lots of PS5 bundles with 65% off in flash deals

When will Memorial Day PS5 deals start?

Memorial Day PS5 deals are expected to end at midnight on May 27th, 2024. We'll be keeping our eyes peeled for any deals that pop up before then, and a few deals at a few retailers might linger on for a few days after the event, but if you want to make sure you're on time for the best prices, keep your alarms set for the 27th.  

Last year's best Memorial day PS5 deals

God of War Ragnarok – digital code (PS5) | $69.99 $29.99 at CDKeysSave $30

God of War Ragnarok – digital code (PS5) | $69.99 $29.99 at CDKeys
Save $30 - This was only $3 away from the cheapest price we've ever since for God of War Ragnarok released. The game only launched in November the year before this, so you got a decent saving here. Considering it's one of the best games of the last few years and one of few PS5 first-party exclusives, this was incredible value for money.

Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition – includes Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered (PS5)| $69.99 $42.57 at AmazonSave $27

Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition – includes Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered (PS5)| $69.99 $42.57 at Amazon
Save $27 - If you were excited about Spider-Man 2, you could get your fix with both Peter Parker's adventure now remastered for the PS5 as well as Miles Morales' own Spidey adventure. 

Street Fighter 6 (PS5) | $59.99 at Amazon

Street Fighter 6 (PS5) | $59.99 at Amazon
Pre-orders for Street Fighter 6 went live at Amazon during the event last year. It had already received acclaim from critics, so if you wanted it for launch (June 2nd), this was your best bet.

Samsung 990 Pro SSD 2TB SSD | $289.99 $169.99 at AmazonSave $120

Samsung 990 Pro SSD 2TB SSD | $289.99 $169.99 at Amazon
Save $120 - A big 41% saving could be had on this top SSD that's ideal for PS5 players. This SSD had never been cheaper at Amazon at the time.

Dying Light 2 Stay Human (PS5) | $59.99 $26.99 at AmazonSave $35

Dying Light 2 Stay Human (PS5) | $59.99 $26.99 at Amazon
Save $35 - A huge 58% reduction brought Dying Light 2 achingly close to its lowest-ever price. This is the physical edition of the parkour zombie game and just generally was a great deal overall. 

Octopath Traveler II (PS4) | $59.99 $44.99 at AmazonSave $15

Octopath Traveler II (PS4) | $59.99 $44.99 at Amazon
Save $15 - It may have been on the market for only a few months but that hadn't stopped Octopath Traveler from dropping in price by 25% in this deal. That $15 discount meant it was only $5 away from its cheapest-ever price.

Grand Theft Auto V (PS5) | $39.99 $19.99 at TargetSave $20

Grand Theft Auto V (PS5) | $39.99 $19.99 at Target
Save $20 - Now that GTA 6 is on the way, why not return to the city of Los Santos and experience the latest GTA game on current-gen hardware? Rockstar released this version in 2022 and it takes advantage of the PS5's capabilities very well, considering the game originally came out in 2013.

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy (PS4) | $59.99 $23.06 at Best BuySave $36

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy (PS4) | $59.99 $23.06 at Best Buy
Save $36 - Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a delight from start to finish with a bizarre but hilarious adventure that encapsulates the ragtag crew perfectly. The game is on PS4 but works on PS5 via backward compatibility. 

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake (PS4) | $39.99 $29.99 at AmazonSave $10

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake (PS4) | $39.99 $29.99 at Amazon
Save $10 - This deal let you head to Bikini Bottom for the lowest price yet with SpongeBob SquarePants Cosmic Shake. The platforming game is on PS4 but works on PS5 via backward compatibility. 

Final Fantasy 16 PS5 bundle | $559.99 at Best Buy

Final Fantasy 16 PS5 bundle | $559.99 at Best Buy
While not a deal as such, Sony's Final Fantasy 16 PS5 bundle was up for pre-order. It was a great way to secure the console and what was one of the biggest games of 2023. The Final Fantasy 16 PS5 bundle was released on June 22nd, 2023.


We're rounding up plenty more offers, including the best PS5 price and bundles on the market today, the best cheap PS5 game sales as well as the best cheap PS5 SSD deals in May 2023. Additionally, we're also rounding up the best Memorial Day laptop deals and Memorial Day monitor deals as well. Or if you want to experience the latest next-gen games in style, take a look at the best Memorial Day TV deals

Duncan Robertson
Hardware Editor

Ever since playing Journey at the age of 15, I’ve been desperate to cover video games for a living. After graduating from Edinburgh Napier University with a degree in Journalism, I contributed to the Scottish Games Network and completed an Editorial Internship over at Expert Reviews. Besides that, I’ve been managing my own YouTube channel and Podcast for the last 7 years. It’s been a long road, but all that experience somehow landed me a dream job covering gaming hardware. I’m a self-confessing PlayStation fanboy, but my experience covering the larger business and developer side of the whole industry has given me a strong knowledge of all platforms. When I’m not testing out every peripheral I can get my hands on, I’m probably either playing tennis or dissecting game design for an upcoming video essay. Now, I better stop myself here before I get talking about my favourite games like HUNT: Showdown, Dishonored, and Towerfall Ascension. Location: UK Remote

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