Sony has fallen into an all-digital future with its PS5 Pro. That's right, the $700 / £700 console doesn't come with a disc drive attached. That's a considerable drop for those with old PS4 (or indeed, old PS5 games) to play, but the good news is the original disc drive is still compatible with the new console. Now it's just a case of working out where to buy one.
The official PS5 disc drive costs $79.99 / £99.99 but the elusive accessory has actually been a little tricky to get your hands on over the last few months, appearing at one or two retailers at a time and never really staying the course. Thankfully, I've found a couple of stores in the US and UK with PS5 disc drive stock to shift. You'll need to head to GameStop in the US to secure yours, and Very in the UK - but I wouldn't wait too long to dive in here.
After all, PS5 Pro pre-orders go live today so there's going to be a rush on these accessories over the course of the next few weeks. Considering it's been tricky to know where to buy a PS5 disc drive even before today, things could run out of stock even quicker now. I've been scouring the web for the retailers offering devices this morning, and you'll find all my treasure just below. Of course, if you're securing your PlayStation 30th Anniversary pre-order today you'll also need this gadget - thankfully PS5 Pro bundles come with an extra cover to keep that aesthetic on point.
Where to buy PS5 disc drive in the US
Where to buy PS5 Disc Drive in the UK
FAQ
Do you need a PS5 Disc Drive?
If you want to play physical games on your PS5 Digital system (including PS5 Pro), then yes you'll need the PS5 Disc Drive. Of course, if you're a serial downloader then feel free to skip the fairly pricey add-on. Of course, if you've bought a full-fat PS5 Slim then you don't need to grab an extra, the disc drive is already installed.
Does PS5 Pro come with a Disc Drive?
No, the PS5 Pro doesn't include a disc drive either in the box or attached to the console. Whether you're buying the standard console or a 30th Anniversary model you'll need to pick up an extra.
How much is the PS5 Disc Drive?
The PS5 Disc Drive costs $99.99 / £79.99, a fairly high price for a gadget that previously came pre-installed on every console.
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