PS5 Disc Drive Restocked: Hurry to Buy!

Summary

• The PS5 disc drive is back in stock at PlayStation Direct and Amazon US as of mid-January 2025.
• The ongoing shortage in the United States may not last long due to high demand.
• The PS5 Pro, which lacks a disc drive variant, might be contributing to the shortage.

The PlayStation 5 disc drive, essential for those who prefer physical media, is once again available at select U.S. retailers. As of mid-January 2025, eager PS5 owners should act quickly, as the device is expected to sell out fast based on recent trends.

Introduced in 2020, the PS5 Digital Edition was Sony's first console without a built-in optical disc drive. Following this trend, the PS5 Pro, launched four years later, also omits a disc drive. Both the mid-gen upgrade and the new Slim models offer modularity, allowing users to add a disc drive purchased separately. This feature has become popular among U.S. PS5 owners, leading to months-long shortages of Sony's official disc drive attachment.

Despite ongoing shortages, some national retailers have restocked since the beginning of the year. As of January 15, the attachment is available at Amazon U.S. and Sony's PlayStation Direct for the standard price of $79.99. Game Rant identified a third-party seller on Walmart offering the device at a 50% markup, priced at $122, with only three units left in stock. This option is more of a last resort for those desperate to add disc-playing capabilities to their PS5.

Where To Buy PS5 Disc Drive Right Now

PlayStation Direct Limits PS5 Disc Drive Orders

PlayStation Direct restricts PS5 disc drive purchases to one per customer to deter scalpers, a strategy Sony has used with high-demand products like PlayStation Portal pre-orders and 30th-anniversary consoles and accessories.

The U.S. shortage of the PS5 disc drive has been a persistent issue, with similar shortages occurring in the UK since late 2024. The launch of the PS5 Pro on November 7, which does not include a disc drive variant, likely exacerbates the situation. Those seeking the best gaming experience with physical media must purchase the disc drive separately.

With the attachment still unavailable at major retailers like Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy, it's evident that the shortage is far from resolved. The duration of these shortages remains uncertain.

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