"The value of this PlayStation 5 deal is clear when you look at the details. NBA 2K26 usually sells for $69.99 on its own and you're also getting a $100 discount on the PS5 console with the free game. Sony rarely discounts its products this much and bundling a current sports title at no extra cost shows that the company wants to sell a lot during Black Friday."
"The PS5 Slim in this bundle offers the same performance as the original PlayStation 5 but in a smaller size that fits better in entertainment centers: Sony reduced the volume and weight by about 30% compared to the launch model which makes it less noticeable next to your TV. The cooling system works well in the smaller design, keeping fan noise low during intense gaming."
"The disc drive gives you more options than digital consoles do: Prices for physical games drop faster than for digital ones, especially during sales at stores like Walmart, Target, and Best Buy that compete on price. You can also borrow games from friends, rent games from libraries or sell games you've completed to recover some costs. The disc drive also plays 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs, which makes your PS5 a functional media player for your physical"
Amazon lists a PS5 Slim Standard Edition bundle with NBA 2K26 for $449, matching the console's recent lowest price while including a $69.99 game at no extra charge. The bundle effectively applies a $100 discount against the PS5's typical $549 price. The disc-drive model enables buying used games, trading, and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray playback. The PS5 Slim retains original PS5 performance while reducing volume and weight by about 30%, improving fit in entertainment centers and maintaining effective cooling with low fan noise. Physical-game pricing often drops faster during retailer sales, increasing long-term value for disc-equipped consoles.
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