PS5 pre-order deals and price: where to find PlayStation 5 in stock


Big news: PS5 pre-orders will be back in stock “over the next few days,” according to Sony, and we have the links directly to stores that will carry the new console.

Sony actually apologized on how badly the PS5 pre-order rollout was last week and gave us the good news about the next wave of orders. Stores like Walmart, Amazon, Best Buy, Very and Curry’s are linked below.

If you do see a PS5 or PS5 Digital Edition pre-order in stock, you’ll have to be fast to snag it simply because there’s overwhelming interest. It may be your only chance to buy a PS5 in 2020.

US:

  • Amazon: pre-orders live previously – stay tuned
  • Walmart: pre-orders live – keep refreshing
  • Best Buy: pre-orders live previously – more on the way
  • GameStop: occasionally higher-priced bundles in stock
  • Sam’s Club: pre-orders live previously – more on the way

UK:

  • Currys: new stock previously available – stay tuned
  • Box: pre-orders previously live – more coming soon
  • Amazon: pre-orders live previously – awaiting stock
  • Argos: pre-orders live – awaiting stock
  • AO: pre-orders live previously – awaiting stock
  • Ebuyer: pre-orders live previously – more stock coming soon
  • Very: pre-orders previously live for second round – sold out
  • John Lewis: PS5 pre-orders previously live – page now gone

AU:

The latest: PS5 pre-orders at Walmart and Very

PS5 pre-orders have most recently been available at Walmart in the US and Very in the UK. While both retailers are now showing as out of stock, we wouldn’t sleep on that F5 button. 

Very: PS5 pre-order for £449 at Very
Very opened its PS5 pre-order gates for a second time today, and is the latest retailer to do so. Stock is currently sold out but stay tuned if you’re still searching.
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Walmart: PS5 Standard Edition: pre-order at Walmart for $499.99
This is the version that has a 4K Blu-ray player, and has by far the most value of the two systems. Our theory? In the long run disc games will be cheaper. Get it ASAP.View Deal

Walmart: PS5 Digital Edition: pre-order at Walmart for $399.99
This PS5 is even cheaper upfront, though it lacks the disc drive, so you’ll be downloading straight from the PlayStation Store. Really, it’s the best option if it’s the only option in stock.View Deal

PS5 pre-order deals available now

We’ll list all the latest PS5 pre-order deals below as soon as it’s available. Keep refreshing, though, because we’re going to see inventory come and go from retailers constantly due to skyrocketing demand over the next 24 hours. 

PS5 pre-orders were available from a range of retailers yesterday, but with the overwhelming response to Sony’s next-gen console many are now out of stock at time of writing. You’ll want to stick around if you’re unlucky here, because we’ve seen retailers replenish their inventory over the course of the day yesterday, and today we’re likely to see the units that were previously held back hitting the market. That means all is not lost, but with stock shifting almost minute to minute, you’ll need to keep refreshing these feeds if nothing is available at first glance.

PS5 pre-orders will be available from a select range of retailers this week, and we’re running through which ones to head to first, and which ones are offering game and accessory pre-orders as well, further down the page. However, we’ll be sending out all the best PS5 prices and pre-orders as they become available to those who sign up below. That will save you from scouring each retailer individually when time is of the essence on the big day. 

PS5 pre-orders: where to pre-order the PS5

PS5 price and pre-orders

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PS5 pre-orders have been available since yesterday September 17, but stock has been rolling in and out since those early hours. We’re rounding up all the retailers to head to first, as well as their latest stock updates just below. PS5 pre-orders are already proving to be a competitive affair, with retailers selling out quickly. You’ll want to be quick of the mark when you do spot an offer in stock, then, and keep refreshing until you do.

You won’t be waiting too long to get your hands on your new console, though, with the PS5 stepping out of the shadows and onto the shelves on November 12 for the US, Japan, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, and North Korea, and November 19 for the rest of the world. 

PS5 pre-orders in the US

PS5 pre-orders have been hitting US shelves for a few hours now, with retailers like Amazon and GameStop leading the pack. Those inventories have since dwindled, and with Best Buy still listing its PS5 pre-order stock as ‘coming soon’, Sam’s Club is your best bet right now. 

PS5 pre-orders at Amazon
Amazon has the PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition listed on its pre-order page today, but stock is still unavailable. Still, this is likely to be a situation where the refresh button is your friend, so stay tuned for more movement but be quick – this is going to sell out fast.
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PS5 pre-orders at Best Buy
Best Buy is back to listing its PS5 pre-orders as ‘coming soon’, and with yesterday’s stock refreshes rolling throughout the day we’d take their word for it. Keep that tab open throughout the day, because it’s unlikely we’ve seen the last of the tech giant so soon.
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PS5 pre-orders at GameStop
GameStop was one of the first US retailers to shift PS5 pre-orders at launch yesterday. We’ve seen higher value bundles dropping back into stock since then, with PS5 pre-orders including all the accessories available for a fair price. These are currently out of stock, but stay tuned for more.
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PS5 pre-orders at Walmart
Don’t let the red text fool you – Walmart has been rolling its stock of PS5 pre-orders for a while now. While there’s no telling if they really mean it this time, however, the product listings here are still out of stock.
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PS5 Pulse 3D wireless headset: $99.99 at Best Buy
Amazon doesn’t currently have stock of the PS5 Pulse 3D wireless headset available, but you can grab the immersive headphones from Best Buy as well. Stock on these peripherals is starting to drop down, though, so we wouldn’t put a hold on it much longer.
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DualSense controller pre-order: $69.99 at Amazon
Caught up in the panic of completing your PS5 pre-order and forgot to add an extra controller to the mix? Amazon has you covered with plentiful stock of the DualSense controller available on the site.
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PS5 game pre-orders: in stock at Best Buy
Not only can you grab pre-orders of DualSense controllers and other accessories at Best Buy, but there’s a massive range of games available for pre-order here as well. Grab Demon’s Souls, Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla, Spider-Man Miles Morales, and Sackboy: A Big Adventure among many others.
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DualSense charging station: $29.99 at Amazon
If you’ve managed to grab yourself an extra DualSense controller, you’ll want to take a look at this $29.99 charging station, available to pre-order now from Amazon.
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PS5 HD camera: $59.99 at Amazon
If you’re looking to use your PlayStation VR headset with your brand new PS5 you’ll want to pick up the HD camera accessory straight away. Thankfully, Amazon is one of the few retailers with this particular peripheral still in stock as part of its PS5 pre-orders.
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PS5 pre-orders in the UK

PS5 pre-orders have been open in the UK a little longer, with select retailers opening their doors as soon as September 16. Currently we’re seeing many out of stock notices, though retailers like Currys, AO, Very, and Amazon are likely to receive more units shortly. 

PS5 pre-orders at Amazon
Amazon’s PS5 pre-orders remain quiet in the UK this morning, though with other retailers launching their own second waves it can’t be too long before the giant makes its move. We’d keep this page open throughout the day if you’re still on the hunt, and don’t forget F5.
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PS5 pre-orders at Very
Very has the PS5 listed right now, but with no option to add it to your cart. That likely means we’re awaiting a stock update here, but with fewer people flocking to the less gaming-oriented shop you might have a slightly better time staking your claim in the queue when inventory does return.
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PS5 pre-orders at Currys
Currys just ran out of its second wave of PS5 pre-orders, though they did also tell us that yesterday. We’d take that with a pinch of salt, however, as there’s no telling what surprises lay in store.
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PS5 pre-orders at Ebuyer
Ebuyer had a good run with its PS5 pre-orders yesterday, staying in stock for nearly a full hour. That’s years in pre-order time, so next time this stock is replenished it might be an easy win – stay tuned.
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PS5 pre-orders at Argos
Argos launched its PS5 pre-orders at 4am this morning – unsociable hours, but not for hungry players. That means stock is completely wiped at time of writing, but like all other retailers it’s likely Argos has a trick up its sleeve for a second wave.
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DualSense controller pre-order: £59.99 at Amazon
Amazon is offering DualSense controllers for pre-order as well as the main event right now. That means you can grab an extra gamepad straight off the bat and get everyone involved from day one.
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PS5 Pulse 3D wireless headset: £89.99 at Amazon
Amazon is one of the few retailers in the UK with a steady supply of the long-awaited Pulse 3D wireless headset. The PS5 has been designed with premium audio in mind, with launch titles built to make the most of the new console’s powerful sound capabilities. It’s a must-buy for anyone looking to get involved in Resident Evil 8, at least.
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PS5 games for pre-order at Game
You’ll need something to play once you get your hands on the next-gen console, and while PS5 pre-order bundles may be a pipe dream you can still order your launch titles ready for the big day as well. Game has the biggest repertoire of UK retailers right now, with everything from Demon’s Souls to Sackboy: A Big Adventure available.
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PS5 pre-orders in Australia

Pre-orders have officially opened Down Under, with retailers such as EB Games and JB Hi-Fi already taking orders for both PS5 consoles. You can check out the latest for early orders below, but take note – pre-orders are strictly one per customer, and some retailers require larger deposits than others.

Sony Australia (OUT OF STOCK)
While Australia’s major gaming retailers have already exhausted their pre-order allocations, Sony Australia’s online store has only just opened its pre-orders, which is a much better option than waiting until 2021. Sony Australia is offering free shipping on the standard PS5 console and the PS5 Digital Edition, which is limit one per customer. View Deal

Amazon AU (TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE)
Amazon’s PS5 pre-order page is now up on the Amazon Australia store, with the chance to save an extra AU$50 off the full ticket price of AU$749 for the standard PS5 console. Interestingly, Amazon AU will only offer the PS5 Digital Edition (AU$599) once the standard PS5 allocation is gone. Also worth noting, you get AU$50 off when you pay with Zip. On top of this, Prime Members get a AU$30 promotional credit for a future eligible order when they pre-order a PS5 console.
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JB Hi-Fi (PRE-ORDERS SUSPENDED)
Unlike EB Games, which requires a hefty deposit, JB Hi-Fi is only asking for a AU$50 deposit in order to secure a PS5 console pre-order, which will be a more reasonable option for many. That said, You can’t trade your old PS4 Pro console in at JB, so you’ll have to pay the full ticket price of AU$749 for the standard PS5 console, or AU$599 for the PS5 Digital Edition.
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EB Games (NOW TAKING PRE-ORDERS FOR 2021)
Aussies can now pre-order the standard PS5 console (AU$749) or the PS5 Digital Edition (AU$599) from EB Games, with a limit of one console per customer. The retailer requires a AU$200 deposit, which is quite hefty compared to other Aussie retailers, however you have the option of bringing the price down to AU$449 for the standard console and AU$349 for the Digital Edition when you trade in your PS4 Pro. Be warned, EB’s current pre-order allocation is set for 2021 delivery.
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PS5 price: key facts

  • PS5 price: $499 / £449 / AU$749.95
  • PS5 pre-order date: September 17 at select retailers
  • Which PS5 bundle deals can we expect: Likely launch bundles include Call of Duty and FIFA 21

PS5 price: how much does the PS5 cost?

PS5 price pre-order deals

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Sony has revealed the PS5 price to be $499 (£449 / AU$749.95). That puts it squarely at many price predictions in the run-up to the showcase event. What many were still unsure of, however, was the PS5 Digital Edition price. That PS5 price comes in at the same cost as the Xbox Series X price. That shouldn’t come as a surprise to many, seeing as it’s difficult to imagine the PS5 price exceeding $500 when it’s up against the affordable spread put out by Microsoft.

However, the cheaper PS5 Digital Edition will retail for $399.99 / £359.99 / AU$599.95, which does flag some concerns considering the Xbox Series S‘s $299 price tag. However, Sony has always been quick to point to its prioritization of value over price, so if you’re looking for those heavy-hitting PS5 exclusives it might be worth shelling out for the more expensive console. Plus, we now know that the PS5 Digital Edition will run the same specs as the fully-fledged console, further cementing its position in the market as a high value for money option. 

That means bargain hunters can still experience everything the PS5 has to offer while foregoing the opportunity to play physical PS4 and PS5 games or save cash by buying in the second-hand market. It’s an excellent proposition that will certainly capture those going for sheer value for money at launch.

Not only that, but Sony also announced the PlayStation Plus Collection, a gathering of PS4’s golden exclusives included in the PS Plus price moving forwards. So, if you are edging towards that cheaper PS5 price there’s less of a worry of making your physical PS4 collection redundant. 

PS5 Digital Edition price: how much will the cheaper console cost?

PS5 price pre-order deals

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The PS5 Digital Edition price comes in at $399 (£359.99 / AU$599.95), $100 more expensive than Microsoft’s own offering but we are talking about the full power of the PS5 here. That means Sony’s $100 discount is actually getting you a lot further than Microsoft’s $200 saving. Whether this is enough to sway the budget market towards Sony, however, remains to be seen.

The PS5 Digital Edition price, then, comes in at a similar position to the PS4 Pro now, which makes sense if you’re looking to get into the Sony ecosystem for the first time here. However, if you’re looking to make use of the PS5’s backwards compatibility, you will have to factor in the cost of rebuying your physical PS4 games. If you’ve already amassed a collection, then, it’s worth picking up the full console and taking advantage of Sony’s PS5 upgrade system. 

However, Sony also announced a new perk for PS Plus members in its latest PlayStation Showcase. PS5 owners will be able to download and play a massive selection of PS4 exclusive titles with full PS5 upgrades from launch, from Uncharted 4 to The Last of Us Remastered, Ratchet and Clank to Bloodborne and God of War. So, if you’re a PS Plus subscriber you’ll be able to play all those golden oldies with your membership anyway. 

Is a PS5 pre-order deal worth it?

PS5 pre-order deals

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With the size of Sony’s supply being the centre of many online rumors, it’s difficult to know whether a PS5 pre-order is necessary to securing your console for November 12. Certainly so far, we’ve seen PS5 pre-orders selling out blindingly fast, so if early indication is anything to go by this is a particularly popular console. 

Previous reports that Sony is stockpiling ahead of a busy PS5 launch suggested parting with your cash before release might not be as crucial to netting yourself a console this year, however that came before Sony’s own PlayStation-first pre-ordering system. Such a selective approach does seem to indicate that the PS5 will be limited at launch, but Sony has also previously announced an increase in manufacturing to meet expected demand.

While that may alleviate some of the pressure from those early PS5 pre-orders, however, there’s no telling what availability will be like on launch day for those who don’t get their early order in. The numbers look set to satisfy even pandemic-level demand, however, so if you’re struggling to find the deposit for a new console right now, all might not be lost. 

If you’re concerned about being late to the party and you’ve already saved the cash in preparation, however, a PS5 pre-order is definitely worth it for peace of mind. 

PS5 price: compared to the PS4

PS5 price and pre-orders

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When the PS4 released in 2013, PlayStation held the price announcement until the Xbox One had taken the leap first. Once the Xbox One was set at $499 / £429 with a Kinect included in every package, Sony only had to cut the PlayStation Camera from its PS4 bundles to swoop in with a $100 cheaper price tag.

It’s for this competitive reason that Sony was likely holding off on its PS5 price reveal, waiting for Xbox to make the first move again or simply making sure Microsoft doesn’t return the favor in 2020. 

So how does the PS5 price compare to that of its predecessors? The PS4 launched for $399 / £350 / AU$599, while the PS3 launched for an astonishing $599 / £425. It was always unlikely we’d see prices reach that high in the US again, though Sony is definitely pitching above the cost of the current-gen console.

PS5 price: how much will PS5 games cost?

PS5 price

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Back in July, 2K Games announced that NBA 2K21 on PS5 and Xbox Series X will cost $10 more than its PS4 and Xbox One counterparts, meaning that the standard version of the game on next-gen consoles will be an eye-watering $70 (or £60). While this seems like a huge price hike from the company, it looks like other game publishers are also considering raising their next-gen prices, meaning some PS5 games could cost you $70.

2K Games was the first publisher to commit to next-gen game pricing, with Activision following suit in pricing Call of Duty Black Ops: Cold War‘s PS5 edition also at $70. But, in an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, research company IDG revealed that even more publishers are considering raising the base price of PS5 and Xbox Series X games to $70 – a $10 increase over current game pricing.

“The last time that next-gen launch software pricing went up was in 2005 and 2006, when it went from $49.99 to $59.99 at the start of the Xbox 360 and PS3 generation,” IDG President and CEO Yoshio Osaki told GamesIndustry.biz. “During that time, the costs and prices in other affiliated verticals have gone up.”

As Osaki explains, the cost of producing games for next-gen consoles has increased by between 200% and 300%. In terms of sustainability, a price hike (while difficult for consumers to digest) makes sense from a business point of view. The price of games cannot remain the same when developing these games is more costly than ever before – that’s inflation for you.

“Even with the increase to $69.99 for next-gen, that price increase from 2005 to 2020 next-gen is only up 17%, far lower than the other comparisons,” Osaki says. “While the cost of development and publishing have gone up, and pricing in other entertainment verticals has also gone up substantially, next-gen software pricing has not reflected these increases. $59.99 to $69.99 does not even cover these other cost increases completely, but does move it more in the proper direction.”

According to Osaki, the consensus among the major publishers IDG works with is that the consumer cost of games needs to increase.

We don’t expect this price hike to affect all PS5 and Xbox Series X games. Ubisoft has already confirmed that it won’t charge more for next-gen games and 2K Games has since confirmed that this price hike won’t be implemented for all its PS5 and Xbox Series X games. However, Sony has confirmed the price of its Worldwide Studios games will cost from $49.99 (about £39/AU$68) to $69.99 (about £54/AU$96) on PS5, a lean increase on PS4 prices.

PS5 bundle deals: what to expect on day one

PS5 price and pre-orders

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We now have more of an idea about what PS5 bundle deals may look like on day one and FIFA 21 and NBA 2K21 look like a solid bets for pre-order bundles.

We’d look to the season regulars for a safe bet as well, with the likes of Call of Duty consistently occupying bundle stock over the holiday season, so expect to see the new Call of Duty Black Ops: Cold War to make its way into a few bundles.



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