Australia Prepares for a Limited Reissue of the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection
The celebration of Sony Interactive Entertainment’s PlayStation milestone continues in Australia as the second batch of the coveted 30th Anniversary Collection items goes live for pre-orders this week. With stock expected to be extremely limited, collectors and fans will want to act quickly to secure these nostalgic pieces for their shelves and setups.
Which retailers are taking orders?
Two major Australian retailers have confirmed their reopening of pre-orders on Wednesday, October 15. EB Games is set to begin accepting orders at 11:00am AEDT, exclusively for EB World Plus members. The plan is for a one-item-per-person limit, and the release is scheduled for November 14. JB Hi-Fi will also open its pre-orders at 10:00am AEDT the same day, welcoming customers who aren’t EB World Plus members.
Important details for potential buyers
- Product availability is highly limited, and quantities will sell out quickly once orders go live.
- Only one item per person is allowed through EB Games for this batch, which emphasizes the scarcity of this drop.
- Both EB Games and JB Hi-Fi will carry multiple items from the collection, ensuring options for fans who are chasing different forms of nostalgia.
What’s in the second batch?
The second-round lineup mirrors the first wave of the anniversary celebration. The items featured include:
- 30th Anniversary DualSense Controller – A special-edition controller that blends classic PlayStation design cues with modern wireless features.
- 30th Anniversary PlayStation Portal – A portable streaming device designed to bring PlayStation gaming on the go, continuing the theme of a portable emulation of the console experience.
- 30th Anniversary PS5 Slim (Digital Edition) – A commemorative slim model without a physical drive, appealing to those who prefer a sleek, compact design for digital gaming libraries.
Why this batch matters to collectors
For collectors, the second batch represents a fleeting opportunity to add high-demand items that commemorate three decades of PlayStation history. The combination of limited stock, retailer-exclusive posting times, and membership prerequisites makes this release a test of patience and timing. If you’ve been eyeing these pieces since their announcement, this week is your chance to finalize a purchase before stock runs dry again.
Tips to maximize your chances
- Prepare accounts in advance: Make sure your EB World Plus membership is active if you want to buy from EB Games during the exclusive window.
- Set reminders for the exact release times: 10:00am AEDT at JB Hi-Fi and 11:00am AEDT at EB Games on October 15.
- Consider using multiple devices or browser profiles to avoid potential purchase limits being hit by high demand.
- Keep an eye on other retailers: While the primary drops are EB Games and JB Hi-Fi, there’s a possibility of additional stock at retailers like Amazon. We’ll update as soon as more information becomes available.
What comes next?
As of now, there’s no confirmation on further restocks beyond the current two retailers. If more outlets announce availability, we’ll share timely updates to help fans and collectors navigate the rush. In the meantime, joining EB World Plus could provide a smoother path to securing the DualSense, Portal, or PS5 Slim (Digital Edition) during this high-demand sale window.
