PS5 disc installation issue seemingly returns
UPDATE: The PS5 could drop at Amazon this week. Read on for more information.
The PS5 launched almost a whole year ago, in November 2020, but supply problems and a global semiconductor shortage have caused the production of Sony’s new game console to slow substantially. New stock is still quite difficult to find, and when it does appear the PS5 sells out almost instantly.
September was a mixed bag when it came to PS5 restocks, but was still much better than June and July. Although not a patch on the sunlit uplands of August, we still saw some consistent drops last month at Very, BT, EE, Argos, Amazon, Smyths Toys and Game. We had 10 drops to end the month of September. But how has October been going? After a slow start, we had nine massive drops last week from Asda, Studio, John Lewis & Partners, Very, Littlewoods, Argos, Hamleys, Game and AO.com, joining BT, ShopTo and Smyths Toys from earlier in the month.
If you’re still on the lookout for a PS5, you’ve come to the right place. Our liveblog is on hand to give you the latest insight on Playstation 5 restocks from all major UK retailers, both online and in-store, as well as providing details on rumoured releases, the latest PS5 games and accessories to snap up.
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How to get a BT PS5 code
Unfortunately, unless you know a kind witch or wizard, ghost or ghoulie, you need to have been sent a BT PS5 code by email to grab one of the bundles. If you didn’t get a code, you should still be able to bag a console if you’re a BT Broadband customer and logged in.
If you aren’t logged in or don’t have a BT PS5 code, you’ll be faced with that dreaded holding page. Register your interest for your chance to get a code at the next drop.
Alex Lee25 October 2021 10:37
The PS5 is now in stock at BT
The PS5 is now in stock at BT. This is not a general sale drop, so you will need to be a BT Broadband customer to purchase the console, or it will say that it has sold out.
You can get a PS5 disc edition console with a pulse 3D wireless headset for £538.98 (Bt.com). The retailer also sells disc edition consoles with additional controllers.
Register your interest if you haven’t done so already. This is the only way to get an access code when the PS5 drops next.
Alex Lee25 October 2021 10:22
Can you play PS4 games on PS5?
Best thing about stocking up on PS4 games this Black Friday? You’ll be able to play all of them on your PS5 when you eventually get one. Some of them even have a free PS5 upgrade, although Sony seems to be stopping this practice for games released after September 2021.
If you end up buying the disc edition console, you’ll also be able to play your PS4 discs on the next-gen machine as well. Sadly, digital edition holders will have to make do with PS4 games bought from the PlayStation Store.
Alex Lee25 October 2021 10:02
When was the last Argos PS5 console restock?
(The Independent)
Argos was one of the nine retailers to restock consoles last week, so we’re not expecting another restock now until November.
The ever reliable @PS5StockAlertUK has poltergeists inside the Argos abode, and the account tends to leak restock dates siphoned from the internal systems ahead of time. This is one where we wait and watch for a tweet.
Alex Lee25 October 2021 09:44
Black Friday gaming deals 2021
If you want to end the PS5 hunt for the rest of the year and are content with your trusty PlayStation 4, then you’re in luck. Black Friday 2021 is just around the corner and we’re expecting a huge number of PS4 games to be discounted during the shopping extravaganza. It’s a great time to (trick or) treat yourself.
Alex Lee25 October 2021 09:17
Could Smyths Toys PS5 stock drop this week?
If you managed to cop a PS5 from Smyths Toys on 5 October, you’ve hopefully got its ghostly white body chilling somewhere in the middle of your living room. The last of the pre-orders were expected to be fulfilled on 20 October, but get in touch if you haven’t been able to pick yours up yet.
If we’re lucky, we could see another restock sometime this week, potentially on Tuesday or Wednesday. We have seen it drop on a Monday and a Friday before, so you just never know with Smyths.
Alex Lee25 October 2021 09:03
When could Amazon PS5 stock drop this week?
(The Independent)
Amazon hasn’t had a drop since 29 September. It’s the only major retailer not to have a drop so far this month. Out of all the retailers, Amazon seems to be suffering the most with stock shortages.
Over the past year, we’ve gotten very used to the retailer dropping consoles every two weeks, but since August, that pattern has been smashed like a pumpkin by a pumpkin-smashing bully on Halloween night. Before dropping on 29 September, the retailer hadn’t dropped any stock for a whole six weeks.
It’s well overdue a restock now, and we’re hoping that it could drop the PS5 on Tuesday or Wednesday this week. If it does, expect it to drop between 8:30am and 10:30am. Keep your fingers crossed.
Alex Lee25 October 2021 08:46
What PS5 restocks could we see this week?
GoOoOoOoOoOd morning PS5 hunters! It’s the spookiest week of October and we’re back with some more PS5 stock tracking action.
This week, we’ve got our eye on Amazon and Smyths Toys. Let’s. just hope the consoles aren’t frightened off from dropping.
Alex Lee25 October 2021 08:30
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