PlayStation (PSN) Gift Cards

PSN, or PlayStation Network, is an online service dedicated to PlayStation consoles, allowing gamers to make purchases in the PlayStation Store for games and applications. However, to take full advantage of PSN and the PS Store, it’s a good idea to have some funds available – which can be topped up using a credit card, debit card, or PSN Gift Cards!

How does the PlayStation Network Gift Card or PlayStation Plus Gift Card work, and what’s the difference? Where can you buy them, and how do you activate them? Read on to find out everything!  

PlayStation Store Gift Cards – The Best Way to Top Up Your PSN Wallet

As mentioned earlier, your PSN account – specifically, your PSN Wallet – can be topped up by linking a bank card. However, not everyone prefers this method. Some avoid it due to security concerns, while others feel they have better control over their spending when they can manage a predetermined amount rather than having access to their entire bank balance.

In both cases, a PlayStation Gift Card is an excellent solution! Topping up your PSN Wallet with such cards is easy, fast, and safe, and the Gift Cards themselves can be – as the name suggests – a great gift idea. 

A PSN Gift Card is essentially sort of a prepaid card that contains a specified amount of funds, which can be used to top up your PSN Wallet. Once that’s done, endless possibilities open up within the PSN ecosystem. These funds can be used to purchase games, movies, and applications in the PlayStation Store. Additionally, they can be spent on in-game purchases, a PS Plus subscription, and other digital services. 

Types of PlayStation Gift Cards and How They Work

There are two types of PlayStation Cards, which we’ll discuss in a moment. But first, let’s go over how they work. Since PS Gift Cards are a form of prepaid card, they function similarly to other such payment methods. 

With PS Store Gift Cards, you simply purchase a card (physical or digital) that contains a specific balance (e.g., $10, $50, or $200). This card has a unique code, which, when entered in the designated section of the PS Store, credits your PSN Wallet with the exact amount shown on the card. These funds can then be used to buy full games, demos, DLCs, cosmetic add-ons, in-game currencies, pre-orders, and various other digital products, including a PS Plus subscription. 

But there are also PS Plus Gift Cards, which work similarly but do not add funds to your PS Wallet. Instead, they directly activate a PlayStation Plus subscription on your account. These subscriptions come in different tiers (Essential, Extra, and Premium), each with varying prices and features. Gift Cards allow you to subscribe for a month or a longer period, saving money in the process because those cards are usually cheaper than the offer PlayStation itself suggests. 

A PS Plus membership works similar to Xbox Game Pass or any other gaming subscription. It grants access to a library of games at no extra cost (gamers can play available titles without the need of especially buying them), enables online multiplayer gaming and provides cloud storage for save data. What’s interesting, in higher subscription tiers — PS offers access to the latest releases, classic PlayStation games from old consoles, game streaming, and a few more cool features. 

Where to Buy PlayStation Gift Card Online? 

PS Gift Cards can be purchased in physical form from retail stores that sell electronics or video games, but a much faster and often cheaper way is to buy them online.

However, when purchasing PS Gift Cards online, be cautious of private sellers (e.g., social media listings) and unverified or suspicious websites. To ensure safety, always choose well-known and trusted platforms specializing in game keys and similar digital products – including our very own G2A marketplace! 

How to Redeem a PlayStation Gift Card

As mentioned at the beginning of this article, activating a card — transferring funds to your PS Wallet or enabling a subscription — is incredibly simple.  

Just go to the PS Store, open the menu under your avatar, find the “Redeem Code” option, and enter the 12-digit activation key in the designated field.

Why Buy PlayStation Gift Cards on G2A?

Our marketplace is known for its vast selection of digital products — from games and subscriptions to software and various types of gift cards, including PlayStation Gift Cards. But only with us will you find all these products at such low prices! 

On G2A Marketplace, you can take advantage of great deals, discounts, exclusive promotional campaigns and discount codes (including PSN discount codes) — especially if you’re a G2A Plus subscriber. Additionally, G2A Marketplace is proud of its lightning-fast order fulfilment — once your transaction is completed, the purchased product is usually delivered within minutes!