It’s Back for Another Year.
Like clockwork, Sony’s annual Days of Play promotion has returned for 2026, bringing a fresh wave of discounts across PlayStation hardware, accessories, and software. Given the recent wave of hardware price increases affecting much of the tech industry, I genuinely wondered whether we’d see meaningful savings this year at all. Fortunately, Sony has managed to deliver a handful of genuinely attractive offers despite the wider market conditions.
For those unfamiliar, Days of Play is Sony’s yearly sales event, typically running from late May into mid-June. Historically, the promotion has included discounts on PlayStation consoles themselves, but 2026 is a little different. Following the significant price increases introduced earlier this year across the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, Disc Edition, PS5 Pro, and even the PlayStation Portal, consoles have been notably excluded from the sale.
Instead, Sony has shifted its attention toward accessories and peripherals, targeting players who already own a PlayStation system. The result is a collection of discounts on some of the company’s most premium hardware, including what may be the lowest price yet for the PlayStation VR2 headset.
Below are the standout deals worth paying attention to.
PSVR 2 Receives One of Its Biggest Discounts Yet
For me, the most compelling offer of the entire Days of Play event is the substantial discount applied to the PlayStation VR2.
Sony has cut £90 in the UK and $100 in the United States from the headset’s usual retail price, bringing it down to a level that finally feels genuinely competitive. For anyone curious about virtual reality on PlayStation, this is arguably the best opportunity yet to jump in.
The headset remains one of the most impressive VR devices available for console gaming, offering access to titles such as Horizon Call of the Mountain, Gran Turismo 7, and Beat Saber. With the separately sold PC adapter, it can also be used with compatible PC VR titles.
Back in 2023, reviewers praised the PSVR 2 for making substantial improvements over the original headset. Comfort levels were significantly improved, eye-tracking technology added new gameplay possibilities, and the Sense controllers represented a massive leap forward compared to the aging PlayStation Move controllers.
Perhaps most impressive of all remain the vibrant 4K OLED displays, which continue to deliver some of the best image quality available in consumer VR.
This bundle includes the headset itself, Sense controllers, cables, and the included wired earphones, allowing players to get started almost immediately after setup.
While Sony is offering the promotion directly through its own store, several major retailers are matching similar prices, including Argos, Currys, and Very.
Pulse Elite Headset Falls to a Much More Tempting Price
Sony’s flagship wireless gaming headset has also received a substantial discount.
The Pulse Elite represents a significant upgrade over the older Pulse 3D headset thanks to the inclusion of planar magnetic drivers. Unlike traditional dynamic drivers found in most gaming headsets, planar magnetic technology provides more accurate bass response, improved detail retrieval, and stronger overall audio performance.
This technology became possible largely due to Sony’s acquisition of audio specialist Audeze, a company renowned for producing premium planar magnetic headphones.
The headset supports connectivity through Bluetooth, PlayStation Link wireless technology, and a traditional 3.5mm wired connection, making it compatible with PS5, PlayStation Portal, PC, and various other devices.
Sony estimates battery life at approximately 30 hours per charge, while a retractable microphone equipped with AI-powered noise suppression helps maintain clear communication during multiplayer sessions.
At its discounted price, the Pulse Elite now sits remarkably close to the typical street price of the older Pulse 3D model, making it a considerably better value proposition for anyone shopping for a new headset.
Retailers including Argos, Currys, and Very are currently matching similar offers.
Pulse Explore Earbuds Also Receive a Significant Price Drop
For players who prefer earbuds over traditional headsets, Sony’s Pulse Explore wireless earbuds have also seen a healthy reduction.
Like the Pulse Elite, they feature planar magnetic drivers, resulting in detailed and surprisingly rich audio reproduction for their size. Connectivity options include both PlayStation Link and Bluetooth, making them equally suitable for PS5, PlayStation Portal, PC, and mobile devices.
Battery life remains one of the weaker aspects of the package. Sony rates the earbuds themselves at around five hours per charge, while the charging case provides an additional five hours of reserve power.
Although that falls short of many competing wireless earbuds, it remains sufficient for several shorter gaming sessions before recharging becomes necessary.
The design is also among the most distinctive on the market. Their futuristic appearance aligns closely with Sony’s broader PlayStation aesthetic and pairs nicely with both the PS5 console and the Pulse Elite headset.
One notable omission is active noise cancellation. Players will therefore need to rely on the included ear tips to achieve effective passive isolation.
As with the other accessories, multiple retailers are participating in the promotion.
DualSense Edge Finally Gets a Meaningful Discount
Sony has also reduced the price of its premium DualSense Edge controller.
The DualSense Edge takes everything players already appreciate about the standard DualSense and adds a host of customization features aimed at more dedicated players.
One of its biggest advantages is extensive software integration with the PS5, allowing users to create multiple custom control profiles with unique button mappings, trigger settings, and stick sensitivity configurations.
The controller also includes rear buttons, adjustable trigger stops, replaceable thumbstick modules, and additional hardware controls designed to offer greater flexibility during competitive play.
The adjustable trigger locks are particularly useful for shooters and fast-paced action games, reducing trigger travel distance and enabling faster inputs.
Sony also includes a robust carrying case that allows the controller to be charged while stored, along with a USB-C cable locking mechanism designed to prevent accidental disconnections during play.
Importantly, the controller retains the excellent adaptive triggers and haptic feedback technology that helped define the standard DualSense.
There are some compromises. The Edge is slightly heavier than the original controller, and battery life is noticeably shorter due to its smaller battery capacity.
Even so, the current discount makes it considerably easier to justify for enthusiasts who have been waiting for a price drop.
Standard DualSense Controllers Are Also Cheaper
Before wrapping up, it’s worth highlighting the discounts available on the standard DualSense lineup.
A wide selection of colours—including black, white, blue, pink, and red variants—have received significant reductions, while several special editions have also joined the promotion.
Limited-edition controllers inspired by franchises and themes such as Ghost of Yotei, Genshin Impact, and various PlayStation-exclusive designs are now available at much more attractive prices.
In the United States, many of these special editions are available at pricing close to the standard controller, making them particularly appealing for anyone looking to add a second controller to their collection without paying a premium.
For players uninterested in spending DualSense Edge money, these offers represent an excellent middle ground.
Final Thoughts
Overall, Sony’s Days of Play 2026 sale may not include the console discounts many players were hoping for, but there are still several genuinely worthwhile deals available.
The PSVR 2 discount stands out as the headline offer, while the Pulse Elite headset, Pulse Explore earbuds, DualSense Edge controller, and standard DualSense lineup all receive meaningful reductions that make them considerably easier to recommend.
The promotion is expected to run until June 10, giving players a limited window to pick up discounted accessories before prices return to normal.
Even without PS5 hardware discounts, there’s enough value here to make this year’s Days of Play event worth a closer look.
