Summary

• The PS5 disc drive is back in stock at PlayStation Direct and Amazon US.
• Its stateside shortage is still not over, and this new stock may not last for long.
• The ongoing shortage is possibly driven by the PS5 Pro, which lacks a variant that includes a disc drive.

The PlayStation 5 disc drive has returned to stock at select U.S. retailers as of mid-January 2025. However, PS5 owners should act quickly, as recent trends suggest the device will not remain available for long.

Originally launched in 2020, the PS5 Digital Edition marked Sony's first console without an optical disc drive. The trend continued with the PS5 Pro, released four years later without a disc drive variant. Both the mid-gen upgrade and the new Slim models offer modularity, allowing users to add a separately purchased disc drive. Many U.S. PS5 owners have opted for this upgrade, leading to a prolonged shortage of Sony's official attachment.

Despite ongoing shortages, some national retailers have restocked the PS5 disc drive since the start of the year. As of January 15, it is available at Amazon U.S. and Sony's PlayStation Direct for the standard price of $79.99. Game Rant identified a third-party seller on Walmart offering the device at a 50% markup, priced at $122, with only three units remaining. This option is more of a last resort for those eager to add disc-reading capabilities to their PS5.

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PlayStation Direct Limits PS5 Disc Drive Orders

PlayStation Direct limits PS5 disc drive orders to one per customer to combat scalping, a strategy also used for high-demand items like PlayStation Portal pre-orders and Sony's 30th-anniversary products.

The shortage of PS5 disc drives has been a persistent issue for U.S. owners, with similar problems emerging in the UK since late 2024. The timing suggests a connection to the PS5 Pro's launch on November 7, which does not include a disc drive option. Those seeking the best gaming experience with physical media must purchase the disc drive separately.

With the attachment still out of stock at major retailers like Walmart, GameStop, and Best Buy, it's evident that the shortage is far from resolved. The duration of these shortages remains uncertain.

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