The PS5 Slim will not include at launch one of the best features of the current model. This new console will not include the vertical stand, so users who wish to purchase it must pay an additional price.
The new PS5 Slim does not include the vertical stand
All users who buy the new PS5 Slim and wish to have vertical support must pay €29.99 per unit, as it is not part of the console package.
A couple of days ago, I unveiled the details of the new model of PlayStation 5. This new console will have an updated look, and it was reported that the available storage will be 1 TB. At the same time, it was reported that two versions will be sold; the first version is fully digital, and the other version is with removable disks. On the other hand, the company announced that this smaller model will come with a new vertical stand, although it does not carry the Slim brand.
According to the information revealed by Sony on the PlayStation blog, the stand needed to place the console vertically is no longer included in the packaging of the new PS5. Undoubtedly, this news has surprised much of the community and has not been well received by the community. Many people consider it an abuse to pay almost €30 to get vertical support. However, it should be noted that the new PS5 will come with a stand to place it horizontally, as can be seen in the following photo.
Release date of the new PS5
Although Sony has revealed much information about the new PS5 console model, no release date has been revealed. It is important to note that the new console will initially go on sale in the United States. Some sources claim it will be sold starting in November of this year. In addition, it is expected to reach other markets over time, including Europe. On the other hand, it has been confirmed that this new design will be the only one we can acquire once the current PS5 is no longer manufactured.
It is important to note that the cost of the new standard PS5, which comes with a Blu-ray HD player, is €549.99. Now, the price of the digital edition is €449.99. If we buy the latter option, we can purchase the disc reader separately for €119.99.
PS5 add-on price increase
On the other hand, it is important to note that Sony has begun to increase the cost of DualSense, the console controller, and other PS5 accessories. Although the measure has only been allowed in the Japanese market for the moment, it is expected that the same will happen in other markets. Thus, we must be attentive to any news in this area as the Japanese brand prepares for major changes in the current generation.
