Discounted PS5 Games List: When to Buy and Which Titles Are Secretly at Their Lowest Price Ever

Major discounts on PlayStation 5 titles have sparked a surge in digital game sales across the United States, with several high-profile releases now available at record-low prices. The latest wave of promotions comes as Sony and third-party publishers intensify pre-holiday campaigns on the PlayStation Store, prompting questions about when gamers should buy and which titles are currently priced at their lowest levels.

Steep Discounts Ahead of Holiday Season

Sony has begun offering early discounts typically reserved for its November 'Black Friday' event. The PlayStation Store lists blockbuster titles such as Gotham Knights, EA Sports PGA Tour and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League at about $7 each (around £5), representing reductions of nearly 90%. The offers are valid until 23 October.

Other newly released titles have also seen unexpected price cuts. Borderlands 4, launched earlier this year, is currently available for $55.99 (£41), a 20% reduction from its launch price, as shown on the PlayStation Store.

Broader listings feature older flagship games such as Demon's Souls and Marvel's Spider-Man 2, now priced at roughly $30 to $40 (£22 to £30), respectively.

Pattern of Early Price Reductions

Data from previous PlayStation sale cycles suggests that significant price reductions appear well before official shopping events. The company's annual 'Days of Play' sale, traditionally held in late May, has been followed by the 'Summer Sale' in July, the 'Halloween Sale' in October and the 'Black Friday Sale' in late November.

Industry trackers note that Sony's decision to introduce October price cuts ahead of schedule could be aimed at boosting digital revenue before year-end and competing with rival platforms offering aggressive PC and Xbox discounts.

Games at Record-Low Prices

Independent pricing trackers such as PSPrices show that several games have fallen to their lowest recorded levels in the US region. Returnal is listed at $29.39 (£21.8), while Stray has dropped to $17.99 (£13.4).

Other PlayStation exclusives, including Horizon Forbidden West and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, have also reached historic lows of 30%–50% off their original retail price.

These price movements reflect a broader shift in the digital games market, where titles older than 18 months often receive aggressive markdowns to sustain sales momentum.

When to Buy Discounted PS5 Games

Analysts recommend that consumers monitor the PlayStation Store's 'All Deals' section during the last two weeks of each month, when the platform typically rotates its promotional catalogue. The most substantial offers generally coincide with Sony's quarterly sales campaigns, running in May, July, October and November.

Price-tracking sites allow players to verify when a title has reached its lowest recorded price. Consumers looking to maximise savings are advised to purchase during these verified "lowest-ever" windows rather than paying full price at launch.

Broader Market Context

The timing of these discounted PS5 games comes amid intensified competition in the gaming sector, with major publishers seeking to extend the lifespan of high-budget titles. Digital discounts have become a strategic lever to drive engagement, increase subscription uptake and encourage micro-transactions within established franchises.

Sony has not issued an official statement regarding the October discounts, but several games are already on notable discounts as of writing. However, most of these titles are available on cheaper price for a limited time only.