Excitement over in 10 November
Sony just unveiled the lowdown on the PlayStation 5 Slim release on November 10, and it’s like a svelte superhero ready to save the day. As per the official PlayStation blog by Sony, this streamlined design packs a punch with subtle tweaks to the specs.
They’ve managed to reduce the new PS5 by over 30% in volume, shedding weight like it’s on a fitness journey—18% lighter for the disc version and 24% lighter for the digital edition compared to the chunkier predecessors.
Now, here’s the twist—the PS5 Slim comes in two versions: one with an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive and a digital version without one. Both boast a roomy 1 terabyte of storage on a removable solid-state drive, a significant upgrade from the previous 825 gigabytes. It’s like giving your console a storage spa day!
The disc version stands tall at about 14 inches, 4 inches wide, and 8 ½ inches deep, while the digital version is a slimmer 14 inches by 3 inches by 8 ½ inches. And they’ve given the cover panels a makeover—breaking them into four pieces with the top being glossy, and the bottom staying cool in matte.
But wait, there’s more! The PS5 Slim is set to make its grand entrance in November, hitting shelves and online platforms like direct.playstation.com. Once the original PS5 is sold out, the Slim version will take centre stage.
Now, about the money. Brace yourself because the sleek design comes with a slightly higher price tag. The Blu-ray Disc edition sticks to $499.99, but the digital edition is stepping up to $449.99, a $50 increase from its predecessor. Bargain hunters, fear not! If you’re into the digital vibe but miss the disc drive, you can grab the Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive attachment for $79.99 later on.