PlayStation UK is now offering PlayStation 5 consoles for lease, starting at £9.95 per month. This flexible leasing plan allows gamers to access the latest hardware without a large upfront cost. The 36-month lease for a PS5 Digital Edition with 825GB storage totals £358.20 by the end of the term.

Shorter terms increase monthly costs: 24 months at £10.49/month (£251.76 total) and 12 months at £14.59/month (£175.08 total). A unique 'rolling' option charges £19.49 monthly with no long-term commitment and no initial payment. This model reflects a growing trend of 'Console as a Service', similar to HP's gaming laptop subscription. Critics question the value, arguing savings for the console could be achieved through monthly purchases.

The move highlights the high cost of current hardware driving alternative ownership models.