PlayStation 5 Slim is now on sale at Amazon ahead of PS5 Pro launch

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Amazon is currently offering a fantastic deal on the digital edition of the PlayStation 5 Slim console, boasting one of the most competitive prices available. While the PS5 Pro may be hitting the market soon, those not wishing to spend £700 on the new console can consider the Slim as a budget-friendly alternative.

For a limited time, Amazon has reduced the price of the PS5 Slim from £389.99 to £339, providing a substantial saving of £50. John Lewis is also retailing the console at £388.98, while purchasing directly from PlayStation will cost the full original price of £389.99 so it is a considerable saving.

The PS5 Slim Digital Edition Console is an all-digital version of the original PS5 console without a disc drive. Users simply need to sign into their PlayStation Network account and visit the store to purchase and download games - within seconds, they could be playing the latest releases, such as the eagerly-awaited Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

The console offers gamers 'powerful gaming technology' in a sleek and compact design. It provides 'near instant' load times for installed PS5 games, and allows players to experience 'smooth and fluid high frame rate gameplay' at up to 120fps for compatible games, with support for 120Hz output on 4K displays.

The PS5 Slim, with its DualSense wireless controller and haptic feedback features, lets players feel the effects of their in-game actions intimately. The console boasts of Tempest 3D AudioTech3 for an all-encompassing audio experience in games where users can perceive sound from all around them, reports the Express.

Additionally, when paired with an HDR TV, supported games will project a stunningly vibrant range of colours, enhancing the gaming experience with 'unbelievably lifelike' visuals.

Further elevating the gaming realism, the console's capability to simulate rays of light creates true-to-life shadows and reflections in compatible PS5 titles. Labeled as an Amazon's Choice product, the PS5 Slim holds a high average rating of 4.6 out of five.

A satisfied customer left a perfect review: "I bought the PS5 for my brother and it's been an incredible purchase. The graphics are stunning, with super smooth gameplay that truly enhances the gaming experience. The load times are practically non-existent, and the console's performance is top-notch."

"The design is sleek, and the build quality feels solid and durable. My brother is absolutely thrilled with it, and it's been a hit in our household. If you're looking for a high-quality gaming console, the PS5 is definitely worth it."

Another user who provided feedback said: "Works perfectly and audibly quieter than the original PS5 - I would know because I have one... Would recommend to anyone looking for a spectacular gaming experience."

One buyer raved: "Sleek, quiet and great performance. Takes up little space too, and the load times are really fast. Well worth the upgrade from my PS4. Highly recommend."

However, another gamer had some reservations, saying: "Its storage, though fast, is limited, and with modern games requiring significant space, the need for external storage can arise quickly."

If you're interested in getting your hands on the PS5 Slim Digital Console, it's available on Amazon for £339 while the sale lasts. Alternatively, you could consider the Xbox Series S for £249 from Currys or the Nintendo Switch Console for £259.99 from Argos.