You can buy the PlayStation 5 directly from Sony or a range of major retailers. We don’t know for sure when new stock will appear but rest assured there will be more consoles on the way. Here are some key places to monitor:
Tips to boost your chances
Stocks can fall without warning at any time, but you shouldn’t sit on websites updating the page non-stop in hopes of catching a PS5. Here are a few tips to increase your chances of getting one. And trust us, even if you follow our advice, it’s still a painful, worse process. You may have zero luck finding one. The best we can say is to be patient and keep trying.
Sign up: Sign up for accounts with Sony and every vendor you monitor. Enter and save your credit card information so you can check faster if PS5 appears. If you have a PS5 in your card but don’t check it in time, save it in your card for the next time it comes in for a quicker look.
Sony direct queue: Sony has a system where you can join a queue for the opportunity to purchase a PS5. The good thing is that measures are in place to prevent scalper bots. You will need a PSN account, and it is a good idea to submit address and payment information in advance. Once you enter the virtual queue you should get waiting time estimates. Keep the browser window open, and don’t be fooled or you’ll lose your place. You may need to solve a captcha to verify that you are not a bot, so be prepared. Unfortunately, there is a chance that you will just wait until you are told that it is out of stock.
Twitter stock warnings: There are various Twitter accounts that tweet when PS5 stock lands. Wholesalers also tweet from official accounts about restocks. You need a Twitter account and the app on your phone. Once you have followed an account, tap on the clock icon to receive alerts when tweeting. Just be aware that you will get some spam and ads for other things from some accounts. Here are a few things that might be worth following: @ Wario64, @ PS5RestockAlert, @ PS5StockAlerts, @ iloveps_5.
Consider bundles: Some retailers mix new PlayStation 5 stock into packages, selling the console with additional features or games. These packs can be expensive, but if they include items you already plan to buy they may make sense to you. Luggage usually doesn’t sell out as quickly or attract as many scalpers, so you have a better chance of grabbing one before they all go away.
Stock fans: Various websites and services monitor PS5 token stock across a wide range of retailers. Try Stock Informer, NowInStock, or the OctoShop Chrome extension. You can sign up and receive alerts on various channels with these stock trackers, but you need to respond quickly when an alert appears, as many people use them.
Be persistent: If you know that a new batch of PS5 consoles has arrived on the market, don’t be fooled by out-of-stock calls. Many retailers release new stock in waves during the day, so it’s worth checking back from time to time.