Finding the best price isn’t always easy, whether it’s at the grocery store or browsing the PlayStation Store. Sometimes you might think to see a great deal, without knowing that the game is often even cheaper than currently advertised. Therefore, the gaming company has come up with a way to be more transparent about pricing, taking the first steps in the right direction.
PlayStation Store Now Reveals the Lowest Price from the Past Month
Without much fanfare, Sony has quietly rolled out some changes to the PlayStation Store. Sharp-eyed players quickly noticed the detail right away, sharing their discovery on social media like Reddit. A screenshot posted in the comments shows the shop page for the game Pacific Drive. Under its rating, you’ll find the note, “Lowest price in the past 30 days: $14.99.”
Hopeful buyers will find this new addition especially helpful. If a discount is being offered, they’ll be able to see whether the game was actually cheaper sometime within the last month. This way, you’ll be able to tell whether a sale is worth it or if you should wait for a better moment to purchase the game.
Users Want More Details on Pricing Information
Commenters on the Reddit post pointed out that 30 days is too short a time window to make a correct assumption. If a game had a big price drop two months ago, or even several months before that, you’d miss out on that info. Many people recommend using Deku Deals, which shows the lowest price for a game’s entire history. Similar info is available on psprices.com too.
While the new update in the PlayStation store is far from perfect, it is a step in the right direction by the game company. Bargain hunters will be able to gain more information directly without having to go to another website. Maybe Sony will perfect their pricing information in the future with community feedback.
Sources: Reddit r/PS5, Reddit u/GIUThrow, psprices.com, Deku Deals
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