PS5 fans have struggled to pre-order the device ahead of the console’s launch.
The PlayStation 5 has been given a November 12 release date in the US, and a November 19 release date in the UK and Europe.
Unfortunately, however, the console sold out at record-breaking speed, leaving many fans unable to buy one for launch day.
The good news is that despite the stock shortages, retailers on both sides of the pond have announced plans to re-stock the console at launch.
In the US, PlayStation 5 fans can grab the next-gen console from Walmart, where it will go on sale at multiple points throughout the day.
According to a recent tweet by the US retailer, sale times include 12pm ET, 3pm ET, 6pm ET and 9pm ET.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the PS5 will only be available to order online, so don’t visit the stores in person.
“The day you’ve all been waiting for is almost here: the #PS5 is coming 11/12 for online orders only!” reads a Walmart tweet.
“If you missed out on preorders, you’ll have four chances to order throughout the day.”
In the UK, high street store GAME has confirmed plans to re-stock the console at launch.
In an email sent out to fans, GAME announced plans to sell the PS5 online on November 19. With the date still over a week away, GAME advises fans to check back for details closer to the date.
Needless to say, Express Online will keep you updated as this story progresses.
“PS5 console ordering update: The PS5 console will be made available to order online only on launch day, Thursday 19th November,” reads a GAME tweet.
“Units will not be available for in-store purchase, please continue to check back online for further updates.”
It’s no surprise the console is proving so popular, especially with all the positive reviews it has received in recent days.
Express Online has spent some time getting to grips with the new console, and can confirm that the hype is real.
Despite a bulky design and hefty weight, the PS5 console is a true powerhouse capable of delivering some incredible experiences.
Spider-Man Miles Morales doesn’t just run exceptionally well on the new device, but it also supports nifty new graphical features like ray-tracing for better lighting and reflections.
But arguably the real highlight is Astro’s Playroom, which showcases the new DualSense controller.
Thanks to the console’s advanced haptic feedback functionality, it feels like you’re walking on grass, getting battered by heavy winds and skating on ice.
The adaptive triggers, on the other hand, provide extra resistance when your character uses a bow to fire at distant targets.
It’s an incredible new controller with some exciting implications for future games coming to the device.
Check back soon for a full review of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
