Are PS5 Pre-Orders Still Available?

Release day is just around the corner for the new PlayStation 5 console. With so many games coming out for the PS5 at the same time as the new console, like Astro’s Playroom and Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Sony fans are eager to get ahold of the new generation console on release day. Many are wondering if there are any places that a pre-order could still be purchased. Unfortunately the PS5 has been out of stock with major retailers for a while, and it doesn’t appear that things will change in the days remaining to its launch.

Currently there aren’t any pre-orders available at major retail stores due to a being completely out of stock. Because of how close the PS5 release date is, it doesn’t look like ordering ahead is going to be an option for those trying to ensure they get a console. The PS5 has been highly anticipated for its new features like the PS5 DualSense controller (which can also be ordered separately) and has seen a high demand that led to the lack of PS5 pre-order stock as fans rushed to order a console in large numbers.

However, it does appear that while there won’t be any more pre-orders in stock before release, it will be possible to buy a PS5 online on launch day to pick up in store of have delivered. There isn’t any current knowledge as to how many PS5 consoles will be available at stores for purchase however, and there is a chance that many fans waiting to get a console may miss out and be forced to wait until more are available later in November.

PlayStation 5 Pre-Orders Are Out of Stock

Because of this high demand for pre-orders, those who were unable to obtain a guaranteed system before the launch will want to be ready to hop online and reserve a console as quickly as possible, especially because PS5 consoles won’t be available to buy in store. They must be bought online prior to pick-up. This unusual purchasing method has been set in place as a protective measure against Covid-19 according to Sony, in hopes of keeping store congestion and backed up lines to a minimum.

With limited numbers of consoles to go around and a high demand that has already emptied shelves of pre-orders, it will be important for those seeking to get a PS5 on launch day to plan ahead and prepare for the rush of online orders and potential stock problems that may arise. Checking in with what retailers announced they would be getting new stock of the PlayStation 5 may be the key to making sure a console is available to buy on release day.

The PlayStation 5 launches on November 12

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