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On the hunt for the elusive PS5 console?

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Update August 18: The Standalone PS5 digital edition console is still in stock at Playstation Direct, as argos and smyth’s toys drop the standalone disc edition console in store, but with limited stock. PS5 bundles are also available from Game, curries, EEthe BT store, Terribly, The game collection, Studio, ShopTo, AO and Scan.

Since its launch in 2020, the PlayStation 5 has been hard to buy as supply chain pandemic issues have slowed production of the Sony games console. Fortunately, the situation has improved recently, with PS5 bundles readily available from at least one retailer since April.

An avalanche of console additions began in July, and the good news continued through August. But with retailers preferring more expensive bundles, buying a console on its own is still a challenge, and they sell out in the blink of an eye. The cheaper digital PS5 edition only came into stock recently, but can still be tricky to find.

Still on the hunt for a PlayStation 5? Bookmark this live blog and watch out for our real-time restocking alerts. We’ll help you find a next-gen machine – whether that’s a bundle, a standalone disc or a digital edition console – and give you information about the best games and accessories you can buy, plus the latest game reviews .

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Check out PS5 retailers’ stock in the UK below:

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Check out the stock of PS5 retailers in the US below:

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These are the PS5 bundles Game has in stock today

While it doesn’t stock the console itself, Game currently has more PS5 bundles available than most. These include the disc edition with a second Dualsense controller, Horizon Forbidden West and a gamepad charging station for £609.96. You can also pick up the same console and controllers, but with Horizon Forbidden West and Gran Turismo 7 for €649.96.

Finally, with a second Dualsense controller (this time in blue) and a ‘Player 1’ controller housing, the console costs £514.98.

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PS5 consoles can be pre-ordered from Very

Very has had PS5 consoles available for a few weeks now. But instead of offering next day or even next week delivery, the online retailer has used a pre-order system. The consoles are available to pre-order now, but delivery will take place on August 26, so buyers will have to be patient for a while.

There is currently only one bundle available from Very. This costs £559.98 and includes a PS5 disc edition with Horizon Forbidden West.

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PS5 consoles are also in stock at BT

As has been the case for months, BT is offering PS5 consoles and bundles exclusively to existing customers. All you need to do is log into your BT account and there is the option to request an access code. Once you’ve received this via email, head over to the BT Shop website via the link below, enter your code and you’ll be able to buy a PS5.

The cheapest option available from BT today is a PS5 disc edition with a download code for Horizon Forbidden West and a pair of Dualsense controllers. There’s also a bundle that adds the official Sony PS5 Pulse gaming headset, for a total of £619.95 (save £10).

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Is the PS5 in stock at Argos?

A good question, and one as old as the PS5 itself. Argos has an unusual way of stocking products online, and while the PS5 is currently listed as available to buy, you’ll need to hand over your location as soon as you put one in your basket and head to checkout. At that point, Argos might say there is none available in your area.

If you’re lucky, you can pick up a digital PS5 edition for £449.99 from your local shop, or have it delivered, but that all depends on where you live.

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Smyths also has PS5 digital edition stock (for now)

Another shop with the PS5 digital edition in stock, and only for £449, is Smyths Toys. The retailer had stock inventory earlier this week, but the consoles sold out very quickly in most branches. We spotted some stock this morning, but only in small numbers and at a handful of stores. We recommend calling your local Smyths Toys office prior to your visit to check the status.

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This is the cheapest way to buy a PS5 today

Many retailers have PS5 stock available these days. But while some bundles cost upwards of £600 or even £700, gamers looking to get a console as cheaply as possible should head to the PlayStation Direct website. There you’ll find the digital PS5 edition available as a standalone console, and not as part of a games and accessories bundle, for £449.99.

All you need to do is log in with your PlayStation credentials and the console will be in stock and available for purchase.

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Good morning

Good morning and welcome back to another day of PS5 hunting – and arguably the most console stock we’ve ever seen in one day. Continuing from yesterday, there are many consoles available now, and even the cheaper PS5 digital edition is only available. Keep reading this blog to find out what PS5 deals and bundles are available today, from retailers across the UK.

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PS5 fighters, unsubscribe

Phew, it was a busy day for restocks! Two retailers dropped the standalone disc edition console this morning, while PlayStation Direct dropped the standalone digital edition console, suggesting that the inventory shortage has ended or is about to end. .

The standalone PS5 digital edition console is still in stock at PlayStation Direct, while Argos and Smyths Toys still have some standalone disc edition consoles in stock, but only at local branches. You can also purchase a PS5 bundle from Game, Currys, EE, the BT Shop, Very, The Game Collection, Ebuyer, Studio, ShopTo, AO, and Scan. That’s the largest number of retailers we’ve ever seen in stock.

We’ll be back tomorrow to do this again. Join us in the morning for some more PS5 replenishment action. cia for now.