Those hunting for a PS5 restock have had a particularly tough few weeks. From limited drops to Walmart's site issues, grabbing a new console has been even more difficult than usual. However, that fog is starting to lift, with more retailers tipped for PS5 restocks over the next couple of weeks and some good news for the UK as well.
If you're in the US, you'll be keeping a close eye on Sony Direct for more chances to secure a console. We've seen bubbling activity around this official channel for a few some time now, and that will come to a head with PS5 restocks over the next few weeks.
We're optimistic for even more drops over the next couple of weeks, though. US PS5 restock hunters have enjoyed a flurry of activity in the last few days of October, so their luck is finally turning. Not only that, but Walmart recently announced that Walmart Plus members can jump the queue and access new PS5 stock drops an hour ahead of the competition. Considering we've seen two PS5 restocks here over the last week, that's an offer well worth taking note of. GameStop rounded out October with a larger restock on the 29th, Target hit on the 27th, and even Amazon joined the party at the end of last month as well.
All in all, things are looking up - and it's the same across the pond as well.
UK PS5 restocks are set to take a turn for the better, thanks to a gargantuan shipment of fresh consoles hitting the shores earlier this week. Three Boeing 747 jets arrived at Heathrow on Tuesday, all stocked to the brim with consoles ready for UK retailers. Eyes are already on Game and John Lewis to distribute the goodies, but considering the last week of October offered up a record nine new PS5 restock drops it's likely we'll see even more movement over the next few weeks.
Of course, we're fully expecting to see more drops in the upcoming Black Friday PS5 deals as well, so there's plenty to look forward to.
- Most likely restocks this week (USA): Sony Direct | GameStop | Target | Best Buy | Amazon | Walmart |
- Most likely restocks this week (UK): Game | John Lewis | Amazon | Very | Argos | Currys | Box
Previous PS5 restock dates
US PS5 restock dates:
- Walmart: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - last seen November 2
- Best Buy: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - last seen online October 29
- Amazon: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - last seen October 26
- Sony: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - last seen October 21
- GameStop: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - last seen October 26
- Target: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - last seen October 27
- Newegg: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - shuffle previously available September 27
UK PS5 restock dates:
- Amazon: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - October 27
- Currys: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - October 16
- Argos: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - October 27
- Very: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - October 19
- John Lewis: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - November 3
- ShopTo: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - October 31
- Game: PS5 | PS5 Digital Edition - October 28
Which PS5 should you buy?
Our top tips for securing a PS5 restock
If you're heading out into the wilderness of PS5 restocks, it's worth arming yourself with some top tips first. We've been watching consoles fly off the shelves for a year now, so we've gathered our fair share of tricks and hints to making sure one lands in your cart.
Check for PS5 restocks today
- USA PS5 ($499.99): Amazon | Best Buy | Walmart | Target | GameStop | B&H Photo | Newegg | Adorama | Sony | Sam's Club
- USA PS5 Digital Edition ($399.99): Amazon | Best Buy | Walmart | Target | GameStop | B&H Photo | Newegg | Adorama | Sony | Sam's Club
- UK PS5 (£449.99): Amazon | Very | John Lewis | Argos | Currys | Box | eBuyer | AO | Game
- UK PS5 Digital Edition (£359.99): Amazon | Very | Argos | Currys | Box | eBuyer
If you manage to secure the console, don't forget to check out our guides on the best PS5 headsets and best TV for PS5. Equally, our PS5 SSD or best PS5 external hard drives guides may be of use if you're looking for bonus storage.
