PlayStation 5 gamers who like physical game media can now buy external disc drives from select US stores. Following the PS5 Pro announcement the external drive accessory became hard to find because the new model has no internal drive. The sudden increase in buyers immediately made the disc drive hard to find at retail stores.
Sony recently sent out new stock of the disc drive attachment, which can now be purchased through PlayStation Direct and Amazon US. Customers who need physical game support for their PS5 systems will now find purchasing the restocked disc drive easier.
On November 7, 2024, the PS5 Pro was launched at $700 as a digital console, which made the external disc drive essential for users who want to play games from discs.
Many gamers became frustrated when they couldn't find disc drives and had to pay higher prices from resellers who took advantage of strong customer interest. Due to disc drive supply restoration, customers can now buy the product at retail rates instead of paying inflated rates from third-party sellers. Buyers should place their orders as soon as possible based on earlier quick sellouts. Sony Entertainment has started adding new disc drives to the market which reduces customer anxiety and shows their effort to fix supply problems to maintain proper stock levels so players can buy the hardware they need for gaming.
FAQ
Why was the PS5 disc drive out of stock previously?
The disc drive became scarce because more customers wanted it after the PS5 Pro revealed no internal disc feature. Many gamers bought the external accessory at once, and it became hard to find.
Where can I purchase the PS5 disc drive now?
You can buy the disc drive through PlayStation Direct and Amazon US right now. Your best chance of purchase success requires quick visits to these retailers because they frequently update stock levels.
What is the price of the PS5 disc drive?
The $79.99 external disc drive allows PS5 and PS5 Pro users to play physical game discs.
Can all users fit the PS5 disc drive on their PS5 model?
The external drive works with PS5 Digital Edition and PS5 Pro to add physical disc support.