Video games & consoles: say what exactly you’re looking for

Video games and consoles in the UAE: prices and what to check

Updated 31 October 2026

A current-generation console costs roughly AED 2,040 to AED 2,570 in the UAE, a PlayStation 5 Pro is listed at about AED 5,600, and retro handhelds start near AED 40. Prices for the same model vary by version and bundle, so compare the exact edition. To get offers for your model, create a request on BlaBlaPrice; sellers reply in the chat with their price and terms.

Warranty and the version you buy

Many listings are for the UAE version, which carries the manufacturer's official warranty inside the UAE. Some offers are for an international version, and its warranty may be valid only in the country of purchase. Ask which version it is and who handles warranty claims. One UAE warranty policy sets standard cover at 12 months unless the product page says otherwise, and under the Cabinet Resolution on executive regulations the seller must provide the warranty for the period the manufacturer or agent specifies. Refurbished consoles often come with shorter cover, so get the terms in writing.

Season and when to buy

The UAE has very hot summers from May to September and mild winters from November to March. Entertainment purchases tend to rise in the cooler months, when more time is spent indoors, so decide early if you need a specific model. Heat is not a problem for the console itself, but a parcel left in a hot car or on a balcony can be damaged, so ask for delivery to a door or a locker.

Delivery and getting the right model

Delivery runs between Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain, and prices are in dirhams. Check whether the price includes the 5% VAT and any delivery fee, and whether the console and game regions match what you plan to buy. Storage is measured in gigabytes, so state the size you want rather than just the model name.

What to put in your request

Say which console or handheld you want, the edition or bundle, the storage size, whether it must be a UAE version, the number of controllers, and whether you also need games or a subscription. Accessories such as gamepads, VR headsets and PC games can go into the same request, and a short description is enough to start.

On BlaBlaPrice you describe what you want in your own words, and a photo of the box or the model label helps. The assistant asks for missing details and looks through sellers' websites and price lists in the UAE, then shows the prices it found. Registered sellers reply in the chat with their offer, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose to exchange them. Related: Console games, Game consoles and VR headsets.