On the hunt for the next-gen console? We’ve got you covered
(The independent)
Update August 4: The PS5 is in stock at argos, Game, Terribly, Curries, Hughes, Studio, EE and Scan. PS5 Digital Edition Bundles are also in stock at the BT store, which also includes disc edition bundles. Read on for more information.
Since its launch in 2020, the PlayStation 5 has been ridiculously hard to get your hands on. Supply chain problems due to the coronavirus pandemic have nearly brought production of Sony’s latest games console to a standstill.
Fortunately, the stock situation has improved a lot in recent months, with PS5 bundles available in at least one store since the end of April. Game and the BT Shop, plus several independent retailers such as The Game Collection and Scan have continued to lead the way.
This avalanche of console additions continued into July, and we expect it to continue to be widely stocked through August and September. But while restocks are more common, buying a console on its own is still a challenge, with retailers preferring to restock bundles over the standalone console – those sell out in the blink of an eye. We only started seeing digital console bundles in stores last month, but even those have since dried up.
If you’re still looking for the elusive PlayStation 5, we’ve got one tip for you: sit down on this live blog and pay attention to your real-time alerts. Our goal is to ensure you a next-generation machine, whether that’s a bundle, or a standalone digital edition disc or console, and give you the details of the best games and accessories to buy alongside your new one. console, plus the latest game reviews.
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Hughes has three bundles in stock, including one with ‘GT7’
Then we have Hughes, who currently has three bundles in stock. The best in games and accessories is priced at £659.94, but the website says there is limited stock available at the moment. At the time of writing, it is still in stock and ready to buy.
You get the PS5 Disc Edition console, two controllers, a copy of Gran Turismo 7, the official Sony HD camera, a media remote and a charging stand for the controller. Hughes bundles are about the same price as the bundles at Currys.
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 14:30
This Currys PS5 bundle comes with a 1TB WD SSD
Currys is usually the most expensive of all stores with PS5 stock available, but not this time. While bundles on the retailer’s website are still expensive, they are not the most expensive.
The cheapest Currys bundle comes with a PS5 disc edition console, a 1TB internal SSD, a copy of Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga and Horizon Forbidden West. It costs £649.
View All Currys PS5 Bundles
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 13:30
Argos completes PS5 £499.99 disc edition bundle
Want to pick up a PS5 bundle today? Argos just completed the PS5 Disc Edition console with a copy of Horizon Forbidden West for £499.99, equivalent to the cheapest disc edition bundle from Very and the BT Shop.
It’s a regional drop, so not every store will have the console, but most will, as it’s just been restocked. Good luck!
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 12:30 pm
Game drops new PS5 bundles
Game is apparently reading the live blog as the retailer just dropped a bunch of new bundles on its website and they are a lot cheaper than before.
The cheapest disc edition bundle now costs £519.98 and comes with an extra controller and controller housing. Scroll to the bottom of the Game website to see the cheapest bundles on offer.
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 12:00
Game PS5 bundles start from £584.97
Game is the sixth most expensive retailer of the stores with stock available today. All of its cheap bundles have sold out, so you’re only left with a handful of expensive bundles to choose from – most tending towards the £600 mark.
The cheapest bundle currently in stock on the site costs £584.97 and comes with a PS5 disc edition console, Horizon Forbidden Westan extra controller and a PS5 T-shirt.
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 11:35
Studio sells this disc edition bundle with an extra controller
Next up we have Studio, which is currently selling a PS5 disc edition bundle that includes a copy of Horizon Forbidden West and an additional controller for £559.99.
How much is this bundle worth? You essentially pay the standard £499.99 for the official Sony bundle and then cough up £60 for the extra controller. You won’t save money, but you won’t lose money either, as the controller itself costs £59.99.
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 11:10 am
EE has a PS5 bundle in stock for £515
There are two PS5 disc edition bundles in stock from EE, but the cheapest costs £515 and comes with an extra controller. You must be a monthly EE customer to purchase the console, and you will pay for it in 11 months through the “add to plan” service.
Unfortunately, it also appears that this particular bundle is more expensive than parent company BT, who sell the same bundle for £508.98, but you do need a BT access code to purchase it from the retailer.
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 10:45 am
How to get a PS5 from Amazon
On July 27, Amazon switched to a new invite-only system when it comes to purchasing the PS5 disc edition console. Customers can register with their Amazon account for a chance to win an exclusive invitation to purchase the console.
If you receive an invite with an exclusive link in it, you’ll have 72 hours to purchase the PS5 before it’s released to someone else. The digital edition PS5 console and the official Horizon Forbidden West bundle doesn’t seem to be part of this invite-only schedule though, so we may still see general restocks from time to time.
Sign up to buy a PS5 from Amazon now
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 10:20 am
Very stocks the cheapest PS5 disc edition console
Both the standalone disc and digital edition consoles were heavily restocked yesterday morning, but both were sold out at the time of writing.
That said, the retailer still has the cheapest PS5 disc edition bundle in stock. You can get the PS5 Disc Edition console with a copy of Horizon Forbidden West for £499.99 and will ship on August 26. It’s a bit of a wait, but it’s worth it if you don’t want to spend more than £500 for a console. No one else has this bundle in stock except BT.
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 09:55
The BT Shop is the only store with digital edition bundles in stock
Looking for a PS5 console with digital edition? You are in luck, although some of you will be very unlucky. The only retailer with the digital edition PS5 console in stock is the BT Shop.
BT is selling the digital edition console with a copy of Horizon Forbidden West for £409.99. It also stocks disc edition bundles. So what’s the catch? You must be a BT Broadband customer to purchase the console, or at least have an access code. If you have a friend who is with BT, they can also lend you their access code and you will not be charged.
Alex LeeAugust 4, 2022 09:31
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