Are you excited about an upcoming game release on PlayStation? Pre-ordering can be a great way to ensure you get your hands on the game as soon as it's available. But that's not all—pre-ordering games on PlayStation comes with several benefits that can enhance your gaming experience. In this article, we'll explore the 9 benefits of pre-ordering games on PlayStation.
Let us also include the benefits for retailers and devs. Are you ready? Let's dive in!
For Gamers:
1. Guaranteed Copy on Release Day
Pre-ordering a game ensures that you'll receive a copy on the release day. This means you can start playing as soon as the game is available, without having to worry about stock running out or waiting in line.
2. Early Access to Exclusive Content
Many games offer exclusive content to players who pre-order, such as bonus levels, characters, or in-game items, and sometimes souvenirs. This content is often only available to pre-order customers, giving you a unique gaming experience. Some gamers also sell their games at a higher price if their physical copy is a limited version, so it's also another feat of having exclusive content.
3. Discounts and Promotions
Some games offer discounts or promotions to players who pre-order, such as a percentage off the game's price or a free DLC (downloadable content) pack. These discounts can help you save money and get more value from your game purchase.
4. Priority Access to Limited Editions
Limited edition games often come with exclusive packaging, artwork, or collectibles. Pre-ordering ensures that you'll get priority access to a collector's edition before they sell out to other buyers. Talk about getting a gem; would you say it is worth it to preorder a game?
5. Ability to Pre-Load Games
Pre-ordering games on PlayStation often allows you to preload the game before its release. This means you can download the game in advance so it's ready to play as soon as the release day arrives. This is one of the perks of Team Digital—just make sure you have a strong internet connection because the games nowadays are 10GB and above in size.
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6. First one to create content
This benefits the content creators and game streamers because they bring fresh content for the audience. Some streamers invest in preorders so they can produce and stay ahead of their competition. Do you plan to become a game streamer? Then this is one of the considerations you need to invest in.
7. Bragging Rights
Let's admit it. Only a few gamers can preorder games. So, if you have cash to spare or you really saved up for that game that you wanted to acquire, then I encourage you to purchase via pre-order!
Is there a game that you're truly hyped and excited for the release? Mine was God of War: Ragnarök and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth—these games are really wonderful, and there are many who are willing to spend a fortune just to have a copy of these great titles! As of writing this article, the one that I'm really excited to buy is the Khazan: The First Berserker. I played the demo of this game on my PlayStation console, and I fell in love with the demo so much that I wanted to get a hold of my copy! I clocked in a couple of hours in the demo, and I wanted to continue Khazan's journey in the full version of the game.
For Retailers
Guaranteed profit and business continuity
This is applicable for physical pre-orders because having pre-orders would mean a sure profit. A retailer secures a pretty huge amount of stock for certain games, and every game they sell means profit on their end.
Some retailers are also affected by the slow transition of games to digital. The Blu-ray discs are slowly dying, and the digital games will take over soon!
For the Developers:
Support
Creating and developing a game is not an easy feat. For AA and AAA games, the companies spend a fortune on the game development, the artists, sounds, other assets, and many more. Pre-ordering video games shows your support for the game developers and publishers. This can help them continue to create high-quality games and invest in new projects.
Sense of Achievement
I've worked as a designer/dev in my previous jobs; it's more of websites and custom apps for small businesses. The most fulfilling part for me is seeing my clients happy about the outcome of my work and helping their businesses grow because of the tool that I developed for them. For the game dev companies. Seeing that gamers are happy and raving about the game they worked hard for is truly a great feeling. It feels like they have contributed to the gaming industry.
Having known these, are you ready to pre order-games? Here's how:
Preordering from the PlayStation Store:
Preordering games on the PS5 is pretty much the same with buying normal games, except, you won't be able to play until the release date. Here are the steps:
- Go to the PlayStation Store: You can find the Store icon on your PS5 home screen. Make sure you have a strong internet connection.
- Search for the game and select it: Use the search bar to find the game you want to preorder then select it by clicking on the game's icon or display.
- Optional: Choose a version of the game you wish to buy: Sometimes there are different bundles or packages for the game and each differ in price. Select the game version that you wish to purchase.
- Confirm your preorder: Once you selected a version, click on the button with the price, review the preorder details, including the price and release date.
- Complete the preorder: Click "Confirm" to complete your preorder.
Not sure how? Watch this video! I felt his excitement here, lol! 😄
Video source: CatKittyGames
In conclusion
Pre-ordering the latest games on the PlayStation Store and other consoles comes with several benefits that can enhance your gaming experience. From guaranteed copies on release day to exclusive content and discounts, pre-ordering is a great way to get the most out of your game purchase. So next time you're excited about an upcoming game release, consider pre-ordering to reap the rewards of getting the latest releases of games.
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