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How To Get A PS5 UK: The Best & Simplest Method

Promotional image of PS5 laying on its side with a DualSense controller next to it

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Like last year, the PS5 is still incredibly difficult to get hold of in 2022. Beating the scalpers can seem like an impossible task. It’s all thanks to the ongoing chip shortage that is impacting the tech industry. But owing to the massive demand for PS5s, it feels like Sony’s console has been hit harder than most. If you’re looking to get the PlayStation 5 as a gift for a loved one or as a treat for yourself, you’ve probably been asking “Where can I get a PS5?” In the UK, there’s many retailers who stock the consoles. But they sell out as fast as they come in. With that in mind, allow me to run you through how to get a PS5 in the UK with this easy method.

Where Can I Get A PS5 UK

There are a lot of options when it comes to where to get a PS5 from. Unfortunately, all are routinely sold out. And when they aren’t, stock sells as fast as lightning. The first – but not the best method – for getting a PS5 is to be routinely checking with the following retailers. However, I wouldn’t recommend it because of how unreliable and time consuming it can be.

A PS5 laying on its side with a DualSense control on top of it.

How To Get A PS5

I’ve outlined where you can get a PS5 from in the UK in 2022. But what is the best way to ensure you’ll actually get one? Speaking from experience, Stock Informer is your best bet. If you want to ensure you get the best possible opportunity to purchase yourself a PS5, there really is nothing quite as handy. As long as you’re on the ball, it’s a foolproof method of getting your hands on one.

Stock Informer is a website that tracks PS5 stock across all major retailers in the UK, including those listed above. Their dedicated PS5 webpage does all the hard work for you. It automatically refreshes every few minutes with stock updates and provides a direct link to retailers. Not only that, but you can register for stock notifications via email, Telegram, or Discord to ensure you never miss available stock. There’s even an option for an audible alert sound that triggers when new stock becomes available.

Of course, you do have to be quick. But everyone I know who has used Stock Informer (myself included) has secured themselves a PS5 thanks to the advantage of automatic stock updates.

Top Tips

1. Follow PS5 stock tracking Twitter accounts

Another useful method that will help you beat other shoppers to the punch is following dedicated stock tracking Twitter accounts. Like Stock Informer, these accounts share regular updates on which retailers have PS5 consoles available. There are many pages that offer the service, @PS5StockAlertUK is just one of them. Consider checking it out to help bag yourself a console.

2. Register your details with top retailers ahead of time

Because you never know where and when PlayStation 5 stock will become available, it’s a good idea to register with the top retailers ahead of time. Create an account, add your payment details and save your password. That way, when stock becomes available, you won’t be left waiting for a login page to load in those crucial minutes before it all sells out.

Happy PS5 hunting. Good luck!

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Sam Harby

About Author

Sam is one of the editors and founders of Downtime Bros and an accredited critic. As a lifelong fan of video games, his favourites are Metal Gear Solid and The Last of Us. With years of knowledge and critical analysis under his belt, he has written hundreds of articles - including news, guides, and reviews - covering video games, movies, TV, and pop culture. Follow him on Twitter and check out his reviews on OpenCritic.

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