Players checking the Digimon Story Time Stranger price on PS5 currently have an unusual option: the Deluxe edition is listed at €59.99 instead of €99.99, with a 40% discount until August 12, 2026 at 22:59 UTC. It therefore costs less than the Standard edition during this promotion.
Key takeaways
- The French PlayStation Store lists the Deluxe edition at €59.99, down from €99.99.
- The PS5 offer ends on August 12, 2026 at 22:59 UTC, according to the official listing.
- The Deluxe edition includes the game, the Season Pass and the Cyber Sleuth Costume Set.
- An official illustration brings Digimon Story Time Stranger and Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad together, without confirming a playable crossover or shared DLC.
The artwork published by Crunchyroll News was created by abec, an illustrator and character designer associated with Sword Art Online. It brings the two universes together in an elegant image, but nothing confirms a playable crossover, a costume or a new DLC pack.
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The Deluxe edition costs less than Standard on PS5
On the French PlayStation Store, the Standard edition remains available for €69.99 and contains only the main game. The demo is available separately and for free, allowing players to discover the start of the adventure before paying.
The Deluxe edition is the stronger deal during this promotion. It costs €59.99, which is €10 less than the Standard edition, while adding the Season Pass and the Cyber Sleuth Costume Set. The Pass includes three Digimon packs and additional episodes.
The Ultimate edition remains priced at €119.99. It adds several costumes, the Cyber Sleuth music pack and early unlocks for special Agumon and Gabumon. Its contents are more generous, but the gap with the Deluxe edition is difficult to justify for a player who simply wants to discover the RPG.
The official French PlayStation Store page specifies when the offer ends. The price should be checked at the time of purchase, especially after August 12.
What each edition includes
The Standard edition remains the simplest option for players who want the main story without additional content. The game offers a complete adventure, more than 450 Digimon to recruit and a turn-based combat system built around team preparation.
The Deluxe edition offers a different value proposition during the discount. Its Season Pass brings together three additional episodes, each focused on new evolution paths and extra Digimon. The third pack, Anti-ParadoX, adds five Mega-level evolutions and a story connected to Asuna Shiroki and Monica Simmons.
At €59.99, the Deluxe edition becomes more affordable than the Standard version on PS5. The Pass is also sold separately for €29.99, which may help Standard owners who want to extend their playthrough, but it is less attractive than the currently discounted Deluxe edition. Players who already own the game should avoid buying content separately if they may already have it.
Prices and features differ by platform
Digimon Story Time Stranger is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 version offers a 4K and HDR quality mode, as well as a performance mode that can reach 60 frames per second on compatible hardware.
On Nintendo Switch, the Standard edition is listed at €69.99 on the French Nintendo eShop. The Switch 2 version is sold separately. Switch version save data is not compatible with the Switch 2 version, an important detail for players considering a migration.
The best-documented promotion remains the PS5 offer. Steam, Xbox and Nintendo prices may differ depending on the store, region and current campaigns. official Bandai Namco website summarizes the platforms, editions and expansion content.
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The game is already available
Pre-ordering is no longer the issue. The game has been available since 2025 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, and since July 10, 2026 on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Old pre-order bonuses may still appear on some listings, but they should not be confused with early access.
No early access is associated with the current Deluxe promotion. The purchase grants access to the game and the content listed for the edition, with no period reserved for certain subscribers. The free demo remains the best way to check the tone of the adventure before making a decision.
The new artwork with Echoes of Aincrad does not change this schedule. It is an official collaborative illustration. The publication confirms neither a shared mission, an unlockable item nor an expansion dedicated to Sword Art Online.
The discount changes the PS5 calculation
On PS5 and during this specific window, buying the Standard edition at its regular price costs more than choosing the discounted Deluxe edition, which already includes the Season Pass.
The comparison with Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth clarifies the Deluxe edition's positioning. Cyber Sleuth focused on an urban investigation and highly structured progression. Time Stranger retains Digimon recruitment and evolution, but adds a broader adventure spanning Tokyo, the Digital World and several timelines. The nod to Cyber Sleuth in the Deluxe edition therefore feels like a nostalgic bonus, not mere decoration.
The Standard edition is enough for the main story. The Deluxe edition makes more sense during the discount, especially for fans who want the additional episodes. The Ultimate edition is aimed at collectors and costume enthusiasts. The artwork with Echoes of Aincrad, however, does not justify any additional purchase: no shared playable content has been confirmed.
The collaboration remains promotional for now
- Will this illustration remain promotional artwork? No in-game reward or shared expansion has been announced at this stage.
- Will Bandai Namco offer content connected to Echoes of Aincrad? Nothing allows us to confirm that yet.
- Will the Deluxe discount be extended to other platforms? Xbox, PC and Nintendo players must wait for information specific to their store.
The price to remember today is therefore €59.99 for the Deluxe edition on PS5, with a deadline set for August 12. The connection with Sword Art Online creates a bridge between two digital universes, but it does not replace a content announcement. Find more analysis in our gaming articles.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Digimon Story Time Stranger price?
On the French PlayStation Store, the Standard edition costs €69.99. The Deluxe edition is €59.99 until August 12, 2026 at 22:59 UTC.
Which edition should you choose?
The Standard edition is enough for the main story. The Deluxe edition is the better option during the discount because it includes the Season Pass and costs less than the Standard edition.
Is the game included in a subscription?
No inclusion in PlayStation Plus, Xbox Game Pass or Nintendo Switch Online has been confirmed by the official sources consulted.
Should you wait for a promotion?
On PS5, the Deluxe edition is already on sale for €59.99. Waiting could lower the price, but the current offer ends on August 12, 2026.
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Verified sources
These links can be used to verify the key information used in this article.
- crunchyroll.com: Crunchyroll News, 2026-08-07: official announcement of the collaborative Echoes of Aincrad × Digimon Story Time Stranger illustration, created by abec; recent source corresponding to the news_en signal and radar score 999.
- store.playstation.com: French PlayStation Store, consulted on 2026-08-07: Standard price at €69.99, Deluxe at €59.99 instead of €99.99, 40% discount, PS5 offer until 2026-08-12 at 22:59 UTC; official store listing used.
- fr.bandainamcoent.eu: Bandai Namco Europe, consulted on 2026-08-07: platforms, edition contents, more than 450 Digimon and Season Pass content; official publisher page.
- youtube.com: Bandai Namco Entertainment America, 2025-08-27: official story presentation trailer, used as the official reference video; verified publisher channel.
