Summary

A lucky gamer got an expensive gift at a Christmas party at their work, as they received aPlayStation 5console after their name was pulled at a raffle giveaway. ThePlayStation 5was reportedly one of several options for pricey electronics that their work offered as prizes for the party, and the choice left other fans feeling somewhat envious and shocked to see such a high-profile item at a workplace event.

The PlayStation brand is honoring its 30th anniversary this year, with an array of digital sales and limited-edition collectibles seeking to celebrate the system’s legacy and storied history in the industry. In these ways, the PS5 could be the perfect console for nostalgic gamers looking to play some of the mosthigh-profile games likeFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirthor revisit some old favorites with its wide library of classic games.

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Fortunately for Reddit user dudewlf, they will get the chance to experience the system’s exclusive games after they won a PS5 from a work giveaway thanks to a lucky raffle pull. The gamer shared their win on the official PlayStation subreddit with a photo of the system, showing off their brand-new Slim model of the PS5, which was reportedly one of several items they could choose from.

A Lucky Gamer’s Raffle Win Opens Up New Gaming Horizons

According to the user, their other options included an iPad, a virtual reality headset, and a new TV, and while the rest of the items seem to be similarly valuable, they reportedly have some plans in mind already for the console. Specifically, they plan to start off their PS5 gaming journey with a playthrough oftheMarvel’s Spider-Manseries.

Other fans in the comments expressed their envy towards the gift, with many lamenting the things offered as prizes at the work parties they had personally attended, while some simply turned up to suggest games for the user to play. One user suggested they start withCyberpunk 2077which recently received a major update, while another fan mentionedFarming Simulator 25,which was recently released on the platform.

For other games, there are still ongoing sales on the PlayStation Store, offering discounts on some ofSony’s biggest games likeGhost of Tsushima,which is set to get a sequel next year. With a PlayStation Plus membership, the options grow even more as well, with a variety of classic and modern games available for free across its subscription tiers.

PlayStation 5

Sony’s PlayStation 5 is part of the ninth console generation and debuted with a launch lineup that included Demon’s Souls and Astro’s Playroom. The console comes with a Blu-ray disc, although a digital-only edition is also available for a cheaper price.