Minecraft rarely goes on sale at full game level—especially on PlayStation.
So when the PS5 version suddenly drops in price, the obvious question is simple:
Is this actually a good time to buy, or should you wait?
This article breaks down the current discount, looks at past PlayStation Store pricing history, and explains how rare this sale really is.
Current PS5 Minecraft Sale (January 2026)
As of early January 2026, Minecraft (Bedrock Edition) for PS5 is discounted by 25% on the PlayStation Store.
- Japan Store: ¥2,640 → ¥1,980
- US Store: $19.99 → $14.99
- Sale ends: January 8, 2026
This discount appears as part of the broader January / New Year PlayStation sale lineup.
Minecraft is not usually included in these events, which already makes this drop notable.
Why Minecraft Almost Never Goes on Sale
Minecraft behaves very differently from most games on the PlayStation Store.
While skins, texture packs, and add-ons are discounted fairly often, the base game price almost never moves.
Historically, full-game discounts only happen under very specific conditions:
- Major anniversary milestones
- Large year-end holiday sales
- Rare exceptions tied to platform-wide promotions
Because of this, the fact that the price dropped at all matters more than the percentage itself.
Past Minecraft Discounts on PlayStation
Looking at recent years makes the pattern clear.
May–June 2024
To celebrate Minecraft’s 15th anniversary, both PS4 and PS5 versions were discounted 50% off.
This was one of the deepest discounts ever recorded on PlayStation.
December 2025 – January 2026
The current sale: 25% off, tied to New Year / January sale events.
Outside of these two windows, there were virtually no full-game discounts.
So… How Long Has It Been Since the Last Sale?
If we treat the 2024 anniversary sale as the previous benchmark, the answer is clear:
This is the first full-game discount in roughly a year and a half.
Even though 25% is smaller than the anniversary 50% cut, Minecraft’s pricing behavior makes this a genuinely rare opportunity.
Important Note for PS4 Owners
If you already own the digital PS4 version of Minecraft, you are eligible for a free upgrade to the PS5 version.
In that case, you do not need to buy the game again.
This sale mainly matters for:
- First-time buyers
- Players who only own a physical PS4 copy
- Players switching platforms
Should You Buy Now or Wait?
Here’s the realistic breakdown:
- Waiting for another 50% discount could mean waiting years
- Minecraft does not follow annual discount cycles
- 25% off is already uncommon for this title
- Minecraft gains value the longer you actually play it
If you plan to play with friends or family, the time you spend playing is worth more than the price difference.
For most players who have been hesitating, this is a low-regret buying window.
When Will Minecraft Go on Sale Again?
Based on historical patterns, expectations should stay conservative.
Anniversary discounts
The last major milestone (15th anniversary) is already past.
The next major one—20 years—is still far off.
Holiday sales
Even during New Year or winter sales, Minecraft is not guaranteed to be included.
Realistic estimate
The next possible discount window is:
- Late 2026 to early 2027, if included in a large PlayStation-wide campaign
- Or another rare exception event
There is no reliable short-term pattern to count on.
Final Take
Minecraft is not a game that slowly gets cheaper over time.
It’s a game that stays full price—and occasionally blinks.
This 25% discount isn’t flashy, but it is rare, and for many players, it’s the moment that finally makes sense to buy.
Whether you jump in now or later, Minecraft will still be there.
The real difference is how long you’ll have been playing it.
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