How to buy a game on a PlayStation
What is PlayStation Store
PlayStation Store is a digital platform offering PlayStation content and games for users of PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles. Content and games from the platform are downloaded via PlayStation Network directly to the user’s device. Like most online platforms, PlayStation Store is very convenient - allowing you to find and purchase games quickly and effortlessly. Frequent promotions and discounts mean you can pick up the titles you want at great prices. Plus, you can pre-order new releases, share games and build up a digital library accessible from any compatible PlayStation console.
What payment methods does PlayStation Store accept?
You can pay for purchases in a variety of ways - using cards, online wallets or PaysafeCard. You can buy a PaysafeCard voucher for the required amount in a nearby store and use a 16-digit code to pay online. Thanks to this you can control expenses more easily, because you can spend only what you have in your PaysafeCard account. What’s more, PaysafeCard codes are not linked to any bank account, card or other personal details. In an age of numerous cyber threats and data theft cases, this is a feature that is really worth noting.
How do I set up a payment method on PlayStation Store?
The platform offers both free and paid games. In the latter case, you’ll need to set up a payment method or add funds to your PSN wallet before you can buy a game. Adding a payment method is easy - we describe exactly how to do it below, using the example of adding PaysafeCard to PlayStation Store.
1. Create or sign in to your PlayStation Store account. To do this, click Sign In at the top of the page.
2. Select your online ID > Manage Payments > Add a payment method.
3. Enter your payment information.
4. To fund your PSN wallet in the second step, select your online ID > Manage Payments > Add Funds and select PaysafeCard as the method.
5. Select the appropriate amount and click Add Funds.
6. Enter the 16-digit PaysafeCard number.
How do I buy a game on PlayStation Store?
This digital platform makes buying a game for your PlayStation console extremely convenient and easy. We describe how to do this in detail below.
1. First, add a payment method or top up your account as instructed above.
2. Search for a game - either by title or by browsing the platform by category or genre.
3. When you find a game you like, select it and press the Add to Cart button. You can then continue shopping or complete the transaction.
4. Once you have selected a payment method and completed the transaction, the game will be added to your library.
5. Once the game is in your library, you can download and install it on your console.
6. Enjoy the game!
PlayStation Store is a convenient and practical platform for all owners of consoles from the Japanese manufacturer. PaysafeCard, on the other hand, is one of the quickest and easiest ways to pay for games bought on the platform. With PaysafeCard, all you have to do is enter a 16-digit code to buy a winning game or top up your account - without entering your personal, card or bank account details. PaysafeCard vouchers can be conveniently purchased at points of sale across the country. To find your nearest one take a look here.