The official confirmation from Rockstar Games leaves no room for doubt: Grand Theft Auto VI will not be released on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. The technical leap in lighting, population density, and artificial intelligence makes it impossible for last-generation consoles to run the game.
If you are still playing on PS4, your best financial move before November 19, 2026 is to sell your old console before it continues to depreciate and reinvest that money into a PlayStation 5 Slim or Xbox Series.
Below we explain how much money you can get depending on the sales channel and what the best upgrade plan is.
1. How much do they give you for your PS4 in 2026?
The second-hand market value depends on the exact model, cosmetic condition, and included accessories:
Average market valuations (Console with cables and 1 original controller):
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PlayStation 4 Fat (500GB / 1TB):
- Second-hand stores (CeX / Cash Converters in cash): 50 € – 65 €
- Store vouchers (GAME / CeX in store credit): 70 € – 85 €
- Sale between individuals (Wallapop / Milanuncios): 80 € – 100 €
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PlayStation 4 Slim (500GB / 1TB):
- Stores in cash: 70 € – 85 €
- Store vouchers: 90 € – 110 €
- Sale between individuals: 110 € – 135 €
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PlayStation 4 Pro (1TB 4K):
- Stores in cash: 100 € – 120 €
- Store vouchers: 130 € – 150 €
- Sale between individuals: 150 € – 180 €
PRO Tip: If you have physical PS4 games like GTA V, Red Dead Redemption 2, The Last of Us or Spider-Man, sell them in a bundle along with the console on Wallapop; it will increase the appeal of your listing and you can ask for an additional 30 € - 50 €.
2. Where to sell: Physical store or Wallapop?
| Sales Channel | Advantages | Disadvantages | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallapop / Vinted | Maximum cash money | You have to negotiate and ship | Recommended to maximize budget |
| CeX / Cash Converters | You get paid instantly in hand | They pay between 30% and 40% less | Good if you are in a hurry |
| GAME Trade-in Plan | Quick process at the counter | They only give you balance to spend in their store | Useful if you are going to buy the PS5 right there |
3. The roadmap to finance your jump to PS5
With the money obtained from the sale of your old console, the jump to the new generation requires minimal investment if you apply a smart purchasing strategy:
- Sale of your PS4 Slim + game bundle: You get approximately 140 € in hand.
- Purchase of PS5 Slim Digital: its official price is 599.99 € (Sony’s price since April 2026):
- Subtracting your 140 €, the real cost for your pocket is reduced to ~460 €.
- 👉 View PlayStation 5 Slim Digital on Amazon
- 👉 View PlayStation 5 Slim with Disc Drive on Amazon
- GTA 6 pre-order with discounted digital balance: Instead of paying the full 79.99 € in the official store, buy prepaid balance on Instant Gaming:
What to do with your data before handing over your PS4
Before shipping your console or handing it over at the counter, perform these three mandatory steps:
- Upload your save games to the cloud: If you have PlayStation Plus, make sure to sync your saves in Settings > Application Saved Data Management > Saved Data in System Storage > Upload to Online Storage. You will be able to download them on your new PS5.
- Deactivate your primary account: Go to Settings > Account Management > Activate as Your Primary PS4 > Deactivate.
- Format the console to factory settings: Go to Settings > Initialization > Initialize PS4 > Full. This will erase all your personal data, passwords, and accounts so that no one can access them.
To compare the differences between models in depth, check out our report on which console to buy for GTA 6 after coming from PS4 and follow the countdown on GTA 6 Countdown.