THE wait is over!
The Playstation 5 went on sale in the UK at 8am this morning - and just like last week's launch of the XBox Series X and S, it sold out in most locations extremely fast.
Amazon, GAME, BT, Curry's, Argos, John Lewis, Very and Sony were all out of stock within a matter of hours and at the moment it appears nowhere in the UK has any consoles remaining.
Keep checking this page for latest stock locations and updates, however, in case stores release a last minute batch this afternoon.
The Sun’s tech editor Sean Keach will be keeping you up-to-date with all the latest PlayStation news throughout the day, including stock levels, deals, fan reaction, tips and more.
And you can read Sean's review of the new console, here.
Follow our PS5 live blog below for the very latest news and updates.
OXFORD CIRCUS TUBE SIGNS CHANGE FOR PLAY STATION RELEASE
Temporary replacements for the traditional Transport for London roundels at Oxford Circus station
PLAYER 2, ENTER
I'm Sean Keach, The Sun's tech editor, and I've been running today's PS5 LIVE blog.
But I'm now passing the ceremonial joypad over to my colleague Niamh Cavanagh, who will keep you up-to-date with PS5 news throughout the evening.
Some highlights from today include…
- GAME and Yodel bungling PS5 preorders, delaying some deliveries until tomorrow
- A surprise stock drop from Amazon at 1pm, which vanished in seconds
- Queues reaching 180,000-strong on the Currys website
- A war-of-words on Twitter over whether not getting a PS5 ruins Christmas
- Basically every UK electronics retailer website crashing – including Amazon
- Lots of excited gamers unwrapped their shiny new PS5 consoles
Thanks for following so far, and I hope you manage (or managed) to get a PS5!
OVER AND OUT
If you get through GAME's digital queues, you'll find only disappointment.
Both versions of the PS5 are officially out of stock.
And there's no word on when new units will become available.
There are plenty of PS5 accessories still available though, if you did manage to secure a console already.
LAUNCHING IN 3, 2, 1…
Here are some of the launch games you’ll be playing:
Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – The next Assassin's Creed game will be set in the world of the Vikings. You'll raid 9th Century English towns and villages on a quest to find a new home for your family. The game is out on Xbox One, PS4, PC, Xbox Series X and PS5 on November 10.
Astro's Playroom – This 3D platformer comes pre-loaded onto every PS5 console. It's simple and a bit of fun, and gives gamers the chance to play something the moment they power up their new machines.
Borderlands 3 – Borderlands 3 came out last year but is hitting next-gen consoles at launch. Set on the manic planet Pandora, the game has players complete various missions to gain experience points. Those who own the game on Xbox One or PS4 get an upgrade to the next-gen version for free.
Cyberpunk 2077 – Not quite a release game, but it's close enough! Unveiled at E3 2019, Cyberpunk 2077 is an RPG set in a futuristic, dystopian California. It's out December 10.
Demon's Souls – Demon's Souls came out in 2009 and captured players' hearts with its brutally difficult combat and punishing bosses. The game is getting a PS5 remake out releasing on launch day.
Destiny 2: Beyond Light – Another one that came out on PS4 but is getting a beefed-up PS5 version at launch. The Sci-Fi shooter incorporates role-playing and massively multiplayer online game (MMO) elements.
Destruction AllStars – Destruction Allstars is a full-throttle monster truck game out on the PS5 at launch. It looks like a great option for adrenaline junkies, and anyone who likes smashing things.
FIFA 21 – EA Sports' latest football game came out earlier this month and will also launch on the PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Fortnite – Everyone's favourite battle royale shooter is back with a bang, hitting both the PS5 and Xbox Series X at launch. The game will be optimised to take full advantage of the consoles' beefy specs, developer Epic Games says.
NBA 2K21 – Everyone's favourite basketball video game is back and it'll be hitting the PS5 and Xbox Series X with next-gen graphis.
Sackboy: A Big Adventure – The PS5 is getting a new Sackboy game, starring the iconic character from LittleBigPlanet. Like entries to the LittleBigPlanet series, it's a fun, colourful platformer.
Spider-Man: Miles Morales – The PlayStation-exclusive Spider-Man reboot was a huge success when it launched in 2018, with more than 9million gamers picking up a copy. The sequel is confirmed for a PS5 launch release, and follows the story of 15-year-old Miles Morales, a superhero friend of Peter Parker's.
WHO KILLED CHRISTMAS?
There's a major debate on Twitter about whether not getting a PS5…will RUIN Christmas.
The next-gen console is high on many lists to Santa, but he can't deliver to everyone.
And with some left disappointed as the PS5 sells out everywhere, emotions are running high.
Is Christmas ruined for some PlayStation fans, or do we all need to get a grip?
MORE MORE MORE?
Still got hope for a stock refresh? Amazon might have your back.
The firm's customer support says it doesn't know when new PS5 units will be in – but it's worth checking back often.
“Orders for the PS5 are closed for the time being, and we don't know when it'll be back in stock,” wrote the Amazon Help team.
“You can check back regularly as more stock may become available.”
COLLECTION TIME
One early offer worth considering is the PlayStation Plus Collection.
If you're a PlayStation Plus member (£6.99 a month) then you'll get free games every month.
But you'll also gain access to the Collection if you're a PS5 owner.
It's a curated library of iconic PS4 games that are available right now.
Once you redeem a game from the Collection, you can keep it for as long as you're a PS Plus member.
Here's the list of PlayStation's own games in the Collection…
- Bloodborne
- Days Gone
- Detroit: Become Human
- God of War
- Infamous Second Son
- Ratchet and Clank
- The Last Guardian
- The Last of Us Remastered
- Until Dawn
- Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End
And the third-party games too…
- Batman: Arkham Knight
- Battlefield 1
- Call of Duty: Black Ops III – Zombies Chronicles Edition
- Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
- Fallout 4
- Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition
- Monster Hunter: World
- Mortal Kombat X
- Persona 5
- Resident Evil 7 biohazard
THE PRICE IS…WRONG
Surprise, surprise: lucky PS5 owners are already selling their consoles on eBay for exorbitant sums.
These day-one scalpers are charging thousands of pounds for the £449 console.
And some overpriced consoles are actually selling!
Lots of PS5 units priced between £500 and £1,000 are listed as “completed” and paid for by eBay. Ouch!
Some people are willing to pay a high price to bag the latest gaming machine…
STORAGE WARS
So you've just got a PS5, and you're ready to install some games? Don't go too crazy at first.
The PS5 comes with an 825GB SSD, but not all of that is usable.
Once you account for core systems, you actually have around 667GB of usable storage.
Then if you install the new Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War game (133GB), you'll have 534GB remaining.
That'll take a good few games, but perhaps don't install your entirely library from the off.
SAFE SPACE
Finally got your PS5? Make sure you're not putting it anywhere dangerous.
Here's the official advice from Sony…
- Place the console at least 10 cm (4 in) away from a wall surface.
- Do not place on a carpet or rug with long fibers.
- Do not place in a narrow or cramped space.
- Do not cover with cloth.
- Do not allow dust to build up on the vents. Use a cleaning tool such as a vacuum cleaner to remove dust buildup.
Also, whichever you place it, you'll need to attach the free stand that comes in the box. Don't forget!
SIZED UP
It's hard to get across the PS5's mammoth size without perspective.
So I've snapped the console next to a few common household objects, to help you visualise its enormity.
Massive!
NO PS5? NO PROBLEM
If you didn't manage to get a PS5 this year, don't fret.
We've reviewed a bunch of cracking alternatives to the PS5 that can still give you gaming thrills.
Here are some of my personal favourites…
And there's even talk of a new Nintendo Switch console in 2021 – keep those fingers crossed.
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER
Many Brits will be bitterly aware that loads of other countries got the PS5 first.
The console shipped around the world for many last week.
So just how late did we get it? Here's Sony's official chart…
TELLY ALL ABOUT IT
Just a quick reminder – your TV might not be up to snuff.
There's loads of next-gen tech in the PS5 that takes advantage of some clever TV features.
So while the PS5 will work on most TVs, you won't get the full experience without a top telly.
Here's what you'll need to check for…
LUNCHTIME JOY
It looks like there are some happy customers this lunchtime.
Amazon's delayed restock meant some people were finally able to secure a PS5.
They should arrive in the next couple of weeks, if all goes to plan.
What a Thursday treat!
VANISHING ACT
And just like that, it's gone again.
Amazon had stock for just a few minutes after 1pm.
But those final stores have been depleted entirely – bad luck if you didn't bag one!
It's likely retailers will get more stock before the end of the year, but there's no guarantee.
THIS IS NOT A DRILL
You can currently add a PS5 to basket on Amazon.
It doesn't say how much stock is available, but delivery options aren't too bad.
It'll arrive on Thursday, November 26 – or Saturday, November 21 if you opt for the fastest delivery.
Find it here…
PS5 at Amazon for £449 – buy here
AMAZING AMAZON!
There's FRESH stock at Amazon, just an hour later than expected.
Find it here…
LOCATION, LOCATION!
Some of the world's most iconic buildings have been plastered with PlayStation pleasantry.
See if you can spot your favourite tourist destination below – newly Sony-fied…
COMING SOON?
According to GAME, the new PS5 console availability is on a “pre-order” basis.
That means it won't arrive today, and potentially not for a while.
So bear in mind you could be waiting longer than you'd hope – if you even manage to buy a PS5.
BACK IN STOCK!
GAME is once again accepting orders for the PS5.
There are digital and regular units – but there's already an hour queue on the website.
And these units are probably going fast!
Start queueing now…
AMAZ-GONE
It looks like there's zero stock on Amazon right now.
That may change in the future – we've not heard back from them yet.
The page seems to be working, and lots of frustrated customers are venting on Twitter.
Some Twitter users are reporting having been able to buy through Amazon in the last hour, but they may just be lying.
CASHING IN
At first, £449 seems quite steep for the PS5.
But it turns out that it's actually much cheaper than many older consoles – due to inflation.
Here's a chart from NetVoucherCodes, who used old Argos catalogues and the Bank of England's inflation calculator to see how retro gaming machines stack up.
GAME OVER
Amazon's website appears to be working again.
But there doesn't appear to be any stock.
It's unclear if any units were sold during the downtime, or if there's still stock to come.
I've asked Amazon for comment and will update you if I hear more.
OUT OF SIGHT…
Amazon is still crashing, and it's not just a UK problem.
Gamers in France and Germany are also reporting issues with the site – and seem unable to buy any consoles.
The website is loading very slowly, if at all.
And as yet, it looks like no fresh stock has been added.
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