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Sony Launches Preorders for 30th Anniversary Collection in the UK, Here’s Where to Buy – IGN

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Sony has officially launched preorders for its limited edition PS1-style PS5 Pro, DualSense, and other items as part of the 30th Anniversary Collection. The collection includes a limited edition DualSense controller, DualSense Edge, and PlayStation Portal, among other items.

Fans can now preorder exclusively through PlayStation Direct, starting today, September 26. There is currently a queue system in place. All products are currently set to release on November 21. Follow @IGNUKDeals on Twitter/X for immediate updates, and let’s dig into where to buy the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Edition collection.

PlayStation 5 Pro Console – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition BundIe

The PS5 Pro bundle is particularly rare, with only 12,300 units available worldwide. This bundle includes a PS5 Pro, vertical stand, charging station, DualSense Edge controller with a matching case, a PlayStation-style cable connector, four cable ties styled after the sacred symbols, and collectible extras like a sticker, poster, and paperclip.

PlayStation 5 Pro Console – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition BundIe

DualSense Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

The 30th-anniversary edition DualSense Wireless Controller is one of the only items from the collection that’s getting a release at other retailers. Preorders start today and can be found at S Direct and select online retailers. Act fast, as these are likely to be popular no matter where you’re preordering.

DualSense Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

DualSense Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle

For those preferring a standard PlayStation 5, there’s also a PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition. This console comes with a matching disc drive cover for those who want to add a separately purchased disc drive, as well as a regular DualSense controller and the same nostalgic accessories as the PS5 Pro bundle. If you miss out on on the initial preorder period, you’ll have a second chance in securing it. Preorders for additional retailers will open on October 10. Remember, you can follow @IGNUKDeals on Twitter/X for immediate updates.

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle

DualSense Edge Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

The DualSense Edge controller, known for its customizability and premium features, is also getting a 30th Anniversary Edition. It will be available for preorder exclusively through PlayStation Direct. Be sure to check back on availability as this special edition is likely to sell out quickly.

DualSense Edge Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

DualSense Edge Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

PlayStation Portal Remote Player – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

The PlayStation Portal Remote Player, a new device designed for seamless remote play from your PS5, will also be part of the 30th Anniversary Collection. Like the DualSense Edge, this item will be available exclusively through PlayStation Direct starting today, with its release set for November 21.

PlayStation Portal Remote Player – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

PlayStation Portal Remote Player – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

PS5 Pro Preorders

The 30th Anniversary Collection recalls Sony’s previous 20th anniversary release, which featured a PS4 wrapped in the original PlayStation’s iconic colors. The PS5 Pro, revealed during a recent PlayStation Technical Presentation, features a £699.99 price tag. Fans looking to add a disc drive and a vertical stand will need to shell out around over £800.

If you’re interested, the PS5 Pro comes with a with a 2TB SSD, a DualSense wireless controller, and Astro’s Playroom pre-installed. Unlike its predecessors, this console is only available as a digital version, but you can purchase the Disc Drive for PS5 separately (see here at Currys for £99.99), if you wish.

You’ll also need to buy a vertical stand separately if you prefer it standing upright. The new console is set to release on November 7 this year, just in time for the holidays. You can preorder at PS Direct right now and through other retailers from October 10.

Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.

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