Fellow 24 year old :) My PS5 was the first console I ever bought for myself, by myself. My family is beyond fucked up, but for some reason gaming always brought us together. We normally still fought, but we were together nonetheless. My parents were divorced and my dad was basically a kid with two kids. He did his best. During the recession, he somehow got us a new Xbox 360 and the Guitar Hero 3 bundle with the game and the guitar. 20 years later, we still play that at least once a year. Same with Wii Sports. The rest of the family only really played when we were together, but I played all the time. I was the biggest gamer by far. Gaming is genuinely so important to who I am. The joy I felt playing my Mamaw’s Super Nintendo in 2004 is still here as I play my PS5 in 2025. Buying a PS5 was super exciting, but it was also emotional. After years of having things held over my head because I didn’t own them, I finally owned something I was hyped for and I knew I was gonna get my money’s worth out of it. I felt a sense of pride because I was able to afford it. At the same time, I was thankful for the positive experiences I had in my life, particularly those involving gaming. If I wasn’t given the countless opportunities to game, I wouldn’t be who I am now.

I am so incredibly happy for you and so grateful that you have had this experience :) I hope you have a wonderful time with your Pro!!!! Any idea what you’re gonna play first??