For those wondering whether the PS5 will launch in Australia in time for Christmas, stress less because a 2020 release date has been confirmed.
We’ve been speculating the potential launch date for the much-anticipated PS5 for quite some time now, and Sony has finally thrown us all a bone by unveiling the console’s release window.
This is not a drill, it’s happening.
In a livestream showcase lasting nearly two hours, Sony confirmed that the PS5 will be released on Thursday, November 12th, in Australia, New Zealand, the U.S., Japan, Canada, Mexico, and South Korea.
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As for the rest of the world, they’re going to have to wait an extra week as the PS5 will launch on Thursday, November 19th, for those regions. Don’t ask us why.
Either way, gamers around the world will be pleased to know that they can get their hands on Sony’s new chonk of a console just in time for Christmas.
Now I’m sure you’re wondering how much this new PS5 will set your wallets back, well, best start saving now because it isn’t cheap.
The regular version of the console will cost $749.95 while the Digital Edition (which has no disc slot) will set you back $599.95.
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— PlayStation AU (@PlayStationAU) September 16, 2020
It’s definitely more expensive than when the PS4 launched in Australia back in 2013, but that was expected given the big tech jump being brought to the table by the PS5.
As for what games will be launched alongside the PS5, Sony confirmed six games will be available on Thursday, November 12th: Astro’s Playroom, Demon’s Souls, Destruction All Stars, Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition, and Sackboy A Big Adventure.
On top of those PS5 exclusives, there are a number of to-be-confirmed multi-platform titles confirmed, such as Fortnite and Call of Duty.
If none of those games tickle your fancy, then you’ll be pleased to know that you can play almost all your old PS4 games on the PS5 if you wish.
Given how we all still have to stay safe due to the risk of COVID-19, staying inside and playing your new PS5 these Christmas holidays sounds like a pretty good use of your time.
