Sony’s annual Days of Play sale is poised to deliver blockbuster deals in 2025, with leaked details hinting at significant discounts on PlayStation 5 consoles and PlayStation Plus subscriptions. According to industry insider billbil-kun, whose track record for accurate PlayStation leaks is well-documented, European shoppers could see PS5 consoles slashed by €100 alongside rare price drops for PS Plus tiers.
The leak, first shared via a since-deleted tweet, suggests Sony aims to reignite interest in its flagship console amid recent criticism over hardware pricing. The reported discounts would apply to all PS5 models, including the standard edition, Digital Edition, and the rumored mid-cycle refresh expected later this year. If accurate, this would mark one of the steepest single price cuts for the PS5 since its 2020 launch.
PS Plus Subscription Costs Set to Temporarily Drop
In addition to console savings, the Days of Play promotion is said to include discounted rates for PlayStation Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium tiers. Subscribers could save up to 30% on annual plans, according to GSMArenaTech, which corroborated the leak with a separate report on subscription service adjustments. This follows Sony’s controversial decision to raise PS Plus prices globally in April 2025, a move that drew backlash from long-time subscribers.
“Sony is walking a tightrope,” said industry analyst Laura Chen. “After hiking PS5 and PS Plus prices earlier this year, these discounts feel like a strategic olive branch to retain players ahead of a busy fall game lineup.”
Context: A Rollercoaster Year for PlayStation Pricing
The leaked deals arrive just months after Sony shocked fans with unexpected price increases. In April 2025, the company raised PS5 console costs by €50 in Europe, citing “inflationary pressures and supply chain complexities.” Similarly, PS Plus subscriptions saw jumps of up to 20%, putting the service under scrutiny as competitors like Xbox Game Pass continue emphasizing value.
While the Days of Play discounts may alleviate some frustration, critics argue the limited-time offers don’t address long-term affordability concerns. “This feels reactive, not proactive,” tweeted gaming journalist Ryan Holt. “Players want sustainable pricing, not flash sales to offset hikes.”
What’s Next for PlayStation Fans?
The Days of Play 2025 event is expected to run from late May through June, aligning with Sony’s traditional summer sales window. Though unconfirmed, insider sources suggest bundled game offers and accessory discounts could accompany the console and PS Plus deals.
For now, prospective buyers are advised to monitor official Sony channels for updates—and ready their wallets. After a rocky start to 2025, these leaks hint at a calculated play to win back goodwill (and market share) in the console wars.
Stay tuned for more details as Sony’s Days of Play 2025 approaches.
🚨 UPCOMING EVENT 🚨
— billbil-kun (@billbil_kun) May 24, 2025
Here are Days of Play 2025 dates with an overview on upcoming discounts including:
🔹 PS5 Pro (for the 1st time ever)
🔹 PS5 Slim (best discount ever)
🔹 PSVR2 Headsets
🔹 Dualsense controllers#PlayStation https://t.co/e40Y5sVaar
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