More PS5 restock is on the way. The first (invite-only) Sony Direct PS5 restock of November is now underway. Meanwhile, A Target PS5 restock is being tipped for this week and for the first time ever — Verizon PS5 restock could be available for Verizon customers.
Meanwhile, Sony Direct is still accepting registrations for its November invite-only PS5 restocks. Registering doesn’t guarantee that you’ll be invited to their invite-only drops, but it’s a great way to get your e-mail on Sony’s radar, boosting your chances of getting a PS5 over the holidays.
We’re also watching Twitter for news of any PS5 restock this week. As such, do bookmark this page and keep it regularly refreshed. Also make sure to check out our Black Friday PS5 deals predictions on what you can expect in the lead up to the holiday season.
Where to buy PS5: Restock links and updates
As of 2:45 p.m. ET on November 11, there is no PS5 restock available for the general public. An invite-only restock just started at Sony at 2 p.m. ET. If consoles don’t sell out, they could have a restock for everyone around 5 p.m. ET.
PS5 restock tracker — stores to check
PS5 restock — latest news and rumors
PS5 restocks have landed in a big way this week. Walmart and Best Buy have already dropped stock, and Sony Direct is up next. The retailer confirmed it would be holding an invite-only drop today (November 11) at 11 a.m. ET. After the closed drop could come a PS5 restock that is open to all, so it’s worth tagging along even if you don’t have an invitation.
These drops could be followed up by a Target PS5 restock this week. Jake Randall is tipping the retailer for a PS5 drop in the coming days. Although, the popular full-time stock tracker does note that there is a possibility of this restock being delayed into next week.
In the meantime, if you want to increase your odds of getting hold of a PS5 before the holidays, then make sure to sign up for Sony’s invite-only PS5 restock registration. You won’t be guaranteed a console, but it’s a great way to get your email into the mix and potentially be selected to participate in future Sony Direct drops.
Also, make sure to read through our Ultimate PS5 restock guide. This comprehensive walkthrough collects everything we know about upcoming restocks over the holiday season, and also contains plenty of useful buying advice.
In positive restock-related news, it’s been reported that the average resale price of the PS5 has dropped by 30%. Plus, the CEO of AMD, the company that manufactures parts for the PS5, has predicted that the end of the PS5 restock nightmare could be in sight. Although, this holiday season will still be full of stock shortages.
Amazon PS5 restock date
No one knows when Amazon will release its PS5 consoles for sale — or if it even has any. However, a surprise PS5 restock on Prime Day over the summer was a sign anything can happen. In fact, Amazon PS5 restocks are the most unpredictable and they tend to occur overnight. Another thing to keep in mind — Amazon restocks tend to sell out in seconds. So you’ll want to try this Amazon trick to increase your chances of getting a console.
Best Buy PS5 restock date
Best Buy used to offer PS5 restocks on Friday afternoons, but the retailer has been known to restock on Thursdays and even on Mondays. In other words, it no longer follows a set pattern. A few things to keep in mind: Best Buy’s drops always occur on afternoons (between 12pm ET and 3pm ET) and they always offer the consoles at list price: $499 for the PS5 and $399 for the PS5 Digital.
Target PS5 restock date
Target PS5 restock dates have been hard to nail down. That’s because the retailer tends to drop inventory in certain regions. For instance, someone in Chicago could see PS5 inventory at their local store, whereas a New Yorker might not see any inventory whatsoever. In addition, Target tends to do early morning restocks that occur around 8 a.m. ET. That said, their last restock sold out in minutes.
PS5 restock — Track on Twitter
One of the best ways to find out when PS5 restock hits online retailers is by following the Sony Twitter account. We also recommend following Twitter accounts such as @PS5StockAlerts, @GYXdeals, @mattswider, @PS5Drop and @Wario64, which are often first to have the latest updates on availability.
Keep in mind that PS5 restock availability can also be regional and limited to select stores. Either way, make sure to keep this page bookmarked and to check the retailer listings regularly.
PS5 restock — Check for stock at these retailers
PS5 at Walmart
PS5 at Amazon
PS5 at Best Buy
PS5 at GameStop
PS5 at Target
PS5 at B&H
PS5 at Sony Direct
How to buy PS5: Essential tips
Multiple sources have reported an Amazon trick that improves your chances of scoring a PS5. We tested this trick four times and each time we succeeded in getting a next-gen console into our cart. (We tested it with an Xbox Series X, but there’s no reason why it shouldn’t work with a PS5). Other PS5 retailer tips to follow include:
Get prepared: Make sure you have all the right payment card details and two-factor authentication available and to hand when you find a PS5 ready to buy. Units can go so fast that if you’re fiddling around trying to find your credit card you could miss your chance to secure a PS5 order.
Select a retailer: As you can see from our list above, there are plenty of retailers to choose from, which can actually make the whole process of buying a PS5 a bit complicated. We suggest you select a couple of major retailers like Walmart and Amazon, and keep an eye on their PS5 landing pages.
Sign up for stock alerts: Plenty of retailers offer to alert you to when they have PS5 restock. We suggest you sign up to those services for the retailers that are offering them.
Find the right product page: It might sound obvious, but make sure you’re on the actual buying page for the PS5 or the PS5 Digital Edition. If you’re on a landing page, you might end up missing the moment new stock arrives.
Sign in to retailers: Make sure you sign in to any retailers you might already have an account with. This will make things a lot faster when buying a PS5 if you spot one on sale. And speed is of the essence today.
Keep refreshing and don’t give up: It can be a little demoralizing trying to find PS5 restock when everywhere looks sold out. But regularly refresh product pages to see what pops up; you might get lucky. And also keep checking back here for any PS5 stock updates.
It’s also a good idea to check a few of the subscription-based wholesaler retailers like Sam’s Club, BJ’s Wholesale Club, and Costco. You do need a paid membership to shop at these retailers, but that means reduced competition to snag a unit there. You may need to pay extra for a bundle, but it’s worth checking out these locations either way. Currently, there are no online listings for these retailers to check, but it may be worth heading to each brick-and-mortar store to try your luck at this point.
It’s been a fairly difficult process during this console generation to lock in any sort of next-gen purchase. But as we near the holidays, it’s highly likely there will be additional PS5s available for purchase at some point as Sony catches up with those looking to buy PS5s.
PS5 restocks: Accounts to follow
PS5 restock — price and discounts
The PS5 with disc costs $499, whereas the PS5 Digital Edition costs $399. Unfortunately, it’s gonna be a long time before we see any discounts on the consoles. However, we have noted some sales on PS5 accessories. Make sure to follow our PS5 deals coverage for deals on everything related to the PS5.
Where to buy PS5: Avoid the PS5 scalpers
Unfortunately, one of the main reasons for the shortage of PS5 consoles is due to scalpers. These opportunistic people have been using bots to scan retailers for PS5 stock when it becomes available and buy as many of the consoles as they can in one go.
Once they have the highly-desirable console, they will then sell them for extortionate prices, often for thousands of dollars. Business Insider reported one reseller managed to get hold of 200 PS5 consoles and managed to sell them for more than $40,000.
While this isn’t illegal, it’s not exactly the most morally sound thing to do. But at least it’s not as bad as some people who’ve been pretending to sell PS5 consoles on eBay by simply posting photos of the console and scamming people to bid for them when there was no PS5 on offer.
It might seem absurd to buy a PS5 for over $1,000, especially as its launch game lineup isn’t particularly profound. But with the coronavirus pandemic seeing more people staying at home, some PlayStation fans are clearly desperate to get their hands on a new console to keep them entertained.
We advise you avoid buying from such resellers, fake or otherwise. At $499 the PS5 is still quite an expensive console and it currently doesn’t have a huge library of games. So if you can wait until later this year, you’re likely to have a lot more PS5 games to choose from and Sony should have more consoles available.
A note on PS5 restocks
PS5 restock is incredibly difficult to pin down. Despite our best efforts to bring you timely updates, Tom’s Guide can’t guarantee you’ll be able to purchase a console. Nevertheless, we are committed to bringing you up-to-the-minute information on all restocks as soon as they happen.
