ARGOS has had a PS5 restock this morning with customers sharing a nifty trick to help them bag a console.
One tracker wrote: “Argos still dropping, if you can’t see it yet keep trying. Add to wishlist from the app, move to trolley. Open in web browser and check your trolley, then select options!”
“Argos is LIVE! They will be doing regional, localised drops! If it’s showing as unavailable for you, keep checking back frequently!”, they added.
One shopper wrote “I went into the Argos app, signed out, made a new account and THEN it showed it being available and allowed me to checkout for the PS5! Previously in my wish list, it just said ‘unavailable’.”
The advice saw several people thank the shopper and say they’d managed to bag a console it previously showed as unavailable in their old account.
The restock comes comes as Curry’s made a dramatic change to way customers can buy PS5s, introducing a new “raffle” system.
The tech retailer is planning to scrap the queue system it and many other websites have previously used as it “unfairly” rewards those with stronger interview connections and with time to sit online.
Now Curry’s is allowing customers to register for a “priority pass” which enters them into a raffle which in turn gives them a special code that’s valid for 72 hours and allows them to make a PS5 purchase.
The introduction of the scheme comes amid huge rumours Curry’s will be dropping more stock this week.
Follow our PS5 live blog below for the very latest news, updates and stock drop rumours…
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DID YOU BAG A PS5?
GAME dropped stock yesterday – but it seems many were left disappointed after failing to bag a PS5.
A poll by Twitter stock tracker @Ps5StockAlertUK has revealed just 12.6 per cent of voters managed to get a console, while 63.2 per cent missed out.
That’s out of more than 12,400 people.
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PLAYSTATION GIVE THEMSELVES PAT ON THE BACK
PlayStation boss Jim Ryan praised the company for delivering a “considerable amount” of consoles into the UK market last week.
He told GQ,”We’re doing our best. I was just looking at the supply figures for the UK – we put a considerable amount of product into the UK market last week.
“And that will continue over weeks and months to come.”
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BEST TIME TO BUY PS5 REVEALED BY SONY BOSS
Sony has given hope for anyone who hasn’t been able to bag a PlayStation 5 yet.
PlayStation president Jim Ryan has admitted that more PS5 stock is on the way.
The PS5 has been largely sold out since it launched in November 2020.
But speaking to the Financial Times, Ryan admitted that stock levels would climb steadily month-on-month.
He added that from July onwards, it will be much easier to get a PS5.
“It will get better every month throughout 2021,” Ryan explained.
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CURRYS TO RELEASE PS5 STOCK THROUGH NEW ‘PRIORITY PASS’ LOTTERY SYSTEM
Currys has announced a new system for gamers hoping to buy the in-demand PlayStation 5.
The UK retailer’s new “Priority Pass” lottery scheme went live on Wednesday and will randomly select registered gamers to be given the chance to buy Sony’s new console.
It’s designed to block the activity of so-called “scalpers” – seedy groups who use automated bots to buy up PS5s in bulk and sell them on for profit.
The £449 console is currently sold out at Currys – as well as multiple other stores – and there’s no word on when a restock will drop.
To enter for a Priority Pass, head to this link and plug in your contact details.
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PLAY ALL DAY
You can bag an almost endless supply of games for just £8 per month.
It’s part of the very tempting Xbox Game Pass subscription, which is available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S and PC.
The platform has been described as “Netflix for game”, giving you access to a library of more than 100 games.
Curranty, members can download Gears 5, Football Manager 2021, Final Fantasy 12, Dirt 5 and more.
You can play the games on offer for as long as you continue to pay for the service.
New games are added all the time, and members even get access to Xbox’s own Game Studio titles on the day of release.
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NEW GAMES RELEASED THIS MONTH
- Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time – March 12
- Marvel’s Avengers – March 18
- Balan Wonderworld – March 26
- It Takes Two – March 26
- Terminator: Resistance (Enhanced) – March 26
- Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 + 2 – March 26
- Disco Elysium: The Final Cut – March
- Tennis World Tour 2 – March
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GAMES OUT NEXT MONTH
- Outriders – April 1
- Guilty Gear: Strive Deluxe And Ultimate Edition Early Access – April 6
- Guilty Gear: Strive – April 9
- Final Fantasy 14 Online: A Realm Reborn Open Beta – April 13
- MLB The Show 21 Collector’s Edition Early Access – April 16
- MLB The Show 21 – April 20
- MotoGP 21 – April 22
- Judgement – April 23
- Returnal – April 30
- Terminator: Resistance Enhanced – April 30
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GAMER BUILDS BONKERS MODDED PS5 WITH WHITE BODY PLATES AND WATER COOLING SYSTEM FOR ‘ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE’
A tech whizz has built a bonkers modified PlayStation 5 with a water cooling system typically sported by high-end gaming PCs.
The Vietnamese customiser also added sleek white body plates to his console, which he hopes to sell commercially in future.
A video showcasing the impressive build was uploaded to YouTube last month.
PC modder Nhenhophach says that he replaced almost the entire PlayStation bodywork with new plates and parts.
He reckons that the water cooling system – designed to stop the console from overheating – ensures it always runs at peak performance.
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SWITCHEROO
Desperate for a Nintendo Switch 2? The console sequel might arrive very soon.
We don’t know exactly when the console will be out – or even if it exists.
The best info comes from Bloomberg, which says Nintendo is aiming to launch in time for the holidays.
That likely means we’ll see something between September and December 2021.
It’s not too farfetched, given that Nintendo will want to better compete with the PS5 and Xbox this Christmas.
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A handful of lucky customers who enter will then be selected at random to receive an invitation to purchase a PlayStation 5.
The winners will be drawn on an unspecified future date. Retailers currently restock the console once every few weeks.
When new stock is available, Currys will contact a handful of random entrants and request a payment.
If payment is not received, that entrant will lose their allocation and the console will be offered to the next random participant.
It’s important to note that entering your email doesn’t guarantee you an opportunity to buy a PS5 – you’ll need a stroke of luck, too.
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GAME DAY
Currys has announced a new system for gamers hoping to buy the in-demand PlayStation 5.
The UK retailer’s new “Priority Pass” lottery scheme went live on Wednesday and will randomly select registered gamers to be given the chance to buy Sony’s new console.
It’s designed to block the activity of so-called “scalpers” – seedy groups who use automated bots to buy up PS5s in bulk and sell them on for profit.
The £449 console is currently sold out at Currys – as well as multiple other stores – and there’s no word on when a restock will drop.
To enter for a Priority Pass, head to this link and plug in your contact details.
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STOCK UPDATE
According to a PS5 stock Twitter page, gamers are still managing to check out with consoles at ShopTo.
There seems to be a long queue but if you have the time or patience it could be worth it.
Join the queue here.
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STOCK UPDATE
GAME had released some limited stock an hour ago.
However, they are now out of stock.
But don’t worry – there seems to be more drops recently so it might not be too long until you bag one.
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The PS5 launched in November 2020 and stock has been in short supply ever since due to a global shortage of the chips used to power the console.
Restocks at various retailers drop most weeks but typically sell out within minutes as demand vastly outstrips supply.
Scammers frequently prey on gamers desperate to get their hands on a console, often using false promises of stock to reel in victims.
GAME dropped a big PS5 restock earlier this week.
Commenting on the latest scam, Twitter users thanked the tracker account for bringing the potential pitfall to their attention.
“Thanks for informing us im sure u helped quite a bit!” one fan replied.
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SCAM WARNING
Gamers desperate to get their hands on a PlayStation 5 have been alerted to a new scam email doing the rounds.
The fraudulent message purporting to be from staff at UK retailer GAME asks recipients for their bank details. Customers ordering PS5 consoles have been urged to act vigilant amid a concerning rise in e-mail scams.
PS5 trackers have been set up on social media to alert gamers to restocks of the sold out console. Some also highlight prominent scams.
One tracker wrote on Twitter this week: “WARNING. We have reports of people receiving fake GAME emails asking for bank details. DO NOT RESPOND OR GIVE ANY DETAILS TO THEM! It’s a scam!
“The email is [email protected] The correct email for GAME is [email protected].”
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PLAYSTATION GIVE THEMSELVES PAT ON THE BACK
PlayStation boss Jim Ryan praised the company for delivering a “considerable amount” of consoles into the UK market last week.
He told GQ,”We’re doing our best. I was just looking at the supply figures for the UK – we put a considerable amount of product into the UK market last week.
“And that will continue over weeks and months to come.”
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EVIL INSIDE: NEW HORROR GAME SET FOR PS5 LAUNCH
A brand new horror game inspired by Silent Hills is set for release on the PS5 soon, GameRant reports.
Evil Inside will be available on the console later this month.
According to GameRant, the game is a “first-person psychological horror” which focuses on a man who attempts to contact his murdered mother using a spiritual board.
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GAME AND ASDA NOW OUT OF PS5 STOCK
GAME is now out of stock of PS5s.
Asda is also out of stock on their website.
Some more stock from other retailers will go live very soon.
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NEW PS5 GAMES COMING THIS MONTH
- Monster Truck Championship – Today (March 11)
- Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time – March 12
- Marvel’s Avengers – March 18
- Balan Wonderworld – March 26
- It Takes Two – March 26
- Terminator: Resistance (Enhanced) – March 26
- Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 + 2 – March 26
- Disco Elysium: The Final Cut – March
- Tennis World Tour 2 – March
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YEARN TO EARN
For some PlayStation fans, hunting down trophies is as much fun as conquering a Dark Souls boss or swinging above the streets of New York as Spiderman.
But not all trophies are created equal. Some are far easier to unlock than others, offering a quick way to boost your virtual collection.
Trophies are awarded for a range of achievements, such as beating games, finding collectibles, or completing certain tasks.
They range in difficulty from gold trophies for hard-to-beat challenges to bronze trophies for assignments that don’t eat up too many hours.
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STOCK UPDATE
There are rumours that Argos has received shipments of PS5 consoles.
Keep an eye out on our blog for the latest updates with their stock.
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PLAYSTATION WILL RELEASE INTERNAL MEMORY UPGRADES FOR PS5
According to Bloomberg, Sony will open up its new PS5 console to internal memory upgrades in the coming months.
The site reported that a firmware update released by Sony this summer will add support for additional internal drives.
It comes as as a lifeline for avid PS5 gamers who may have already maxed out their storage capacity.
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CURRYS TO RELEASE PS5 STOCK THROUGH NEW ‘PRIORITY PASS’ LOTTERY SYSTEM
Currys has announced a new system for gamers hoping to buy the in-demand PlayStation 5.
The UK retailer’s new “Priority Pass” lottery scheme went live on Wednesday and will randomly select registered gamers to be given the chance to buy Sony’s new console.
It’s designed to block the activity of so-called “scalpers” – seedy groups who use automated bots to buy up PS5s in bulk and sell them on for profit.
The £449 console is currently sold out at Currys – as well as multiple other stores – and there’s no word on when a restock will drop.
To enter for a Priority Pass, head to this link and plug in your contact details.
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SWITCHEROO
Desperate for a Nintendo Switch 2? The console sequel might arrive very soon.
We don’t know exactly when the console will be out – or even if it exists.
The best info comes from Bloomberg, which says Nintendo is aiming to launch in time for the holidays.
That likely means we’ll see something between September and December 2021.
It’s not too farfetched, given that Nintendo will want to better compete with the PS5 and Xbox this Christmas.
