A BATCH of PS5 consoles are set to drop at GAME anytime from TODAY – despite a “terrible” month for restocks of the must-have gaming console.
Online retailer OnBuy shows PS5 stock is still available – despite it being almost £150 more expensive at a price of £599 for the disc edition and £542.84 for a digital-only console.
@PS5StockAlertUK predicts that both the digital and disc version will drop on the GAME UK website between today and Thursday, with the consoles ready to buy between 9am and 11.30am.
The Playstation5 was originally released in November 2020, with gaming fans struggling to get their hands on the console. But with many STILL unable to purchase Sony’s flagship entertainment system, it proves the must-have console continued to experience high-demand.
Shortages have been spurred, in part, by a worldwide semiconductor shortage, said to have been sparked by the coronavirus pandemic. Sony produces two versions of the next gen Playstation console – a digital edition priced at £349.99, and disc-drive console costs £449.99.
Read our PS5 live blog below for the latest news on restocks and games…
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Netflix to launch no-console gaming this year?
In July last year, we revealed Netflix is planning to offer video games alongside TV shows and movies.
It’s a major change for the streaming app – and will put Netflix in competition with the PS5 and Xbox.
According to Bloomberg, video games will begin appearing on Netflix “within the next year” -so that could mean by summer 2022.
They’ll be listed as part of a new genre, living alongside existing offerings like documentaries.
Importantly, Bloomberg cites an insider as saying Netflix won’t charge extra for the video games – but at present it is unclear exactly how the games will be delivered.
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Explained: What is PS Plus?
PS Plus is a premium subscription service for PS4 gamers.
It gives you access to online multiplayer as well as exclusive discounts across the PlayStation Store.
But it also nets you two hand-picked PS4 games to download and play each month, which remain available as long as you’re a member.
Many PS4 owners will subscribe to PS Plus for the multiplayer alone, so the free games are a pleasant bonus.
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What PS VR games work on the next headset?
The current library of PS VR titles will almost certainly be playable on PS VR2.
But a couple of PS VR2 exclusives have already been revealed, with the biggest one being unveiled at CES 2022.
Horizon Call of the Mountain is being built from the ground up specifically for PS VR2.
Horizon Forbidden West is already in the works at Guerilla Games, but the upcoming VR adventure is set to immerse you in Aloy’s world more than ever before.
You can check out the teaser trailer below for a brief taste of what’s in store.
Pavlov Shack — a tactical shooter in the vein of CS:GO — has also been confirmed for PS VR2.
Developer Vankrupt Games confirmed this on Twitter last year, saying the PS VR “doesn’t have the fidelity for Pavlov.”
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When is the PS VR2 release date
Sony confirmed it was working on the PS VR2 in February last year and made it clear the device wouldn’t see a 2021 launch.
The launch date wasn’t shared in the new blog post or during the company’s CES 2022 showcase.
A Bloomberg report from last year cited sources claiming we’ll see the device make its debut in the holiday period this year.
Both the PS5 and Xbox Series X released in November, so it’s likely the PS VR2 will materialise in the same window.
Hardware analyst Brad Lynch has also bolstered this rumoured date with news that the PS VR 2 is entering mass production “soon”.
So if this is accurate, and we don’t see any delays, we can look forward to adding the PS VR 2 to our Christmas lists in 11 month.
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Explained: What is the PS5?
The PS5 is Sony’s successor to the PS4 and PS4 Pro, and is available in two distinct versions.
Those are the pricey PS5 proper with all the bells and whistles, and the digital edition, which is cheaper but with no disc tray.
Both consoles came out in November 2020 with an impressive roster of launch games.
And they’re going head-to-head with Microsoft’s next-gen consoles, the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S.
Like Sony, Microsoft has opted to launch two machines: A full-works console with a higher price tag and a cheaper one without a disc tray.
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PlayStation 5 tips when buying from GAME
If you’re excited about the predicted GAME restock, then follow these tips below.
- Get familiar with the bundles, so you know which one to target first: Obscure bundles are easier to get, standalones almost impossible.
- When alerted, click through to your first bundle of choice as quickly as possible, this will get you into the queue.
- Checking out too much too quickly will give you a 30-60 second timeout, so don’t rush it. If this happens, just wait a bit then try again.
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Struggling to get a PS5? Try these alternatives
The Sun’s favourite alternative to a games console is the Oculus Quest 2 VR headset.
Grab a VR headset and you’ll be able to play the legendary Beat Saber – like Guitar Hero, but with lightsabers.
And Dell’s Alienware R10 Ryzen Edition is a gaming PC powerhouse that crushes both the new PS5 and Xbox consoles.
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New PS5 hack steals one of the Xbox Series X’s best features
SONY is adding a long overdue feature for the PlayStation 5 that makes sharing screenshots a million times easier.
The update lets you access screenshots and clips takes on your PS5 on your mobile via the PlayStation App.
Spotted by @GamingIntPhoto1 on Twitter, the Media Gallery appears to be offering players the option to upload their screenshots and clips.
They can then be viewed on the PS App for a limited period of 14 days.
The feature has been in beta in Japan and Canada but has popped up for some North American users.
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However, in a subsequent tweet, @GamingIntPhoto1 noted that the feature had been removed.
This has lead to speculation that it’s on the cusp of being officially rolled out in a software update, and the trigger was accidentally pulled too early.
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Console shortages are expected to persist this year
The PS5 console is still highly sought after.
It means shortages are expected to persist this year.
Sony had to lower its PS5 sales forecast for the year by over three million units to allow for the deficit.
But there’s ways to be in the running for a shiny new console – by following trusted stock trackers and waiting for a restock.
Scalpers will eventually have to drop the prices of the console to something more realistic, so holding out is the best option.
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Curry’s declared 2021 as ‘the year VR broke into mainstream’
UK electronics retailer Curry’s has declared 2021 “the year that virtual reality broke into the mainstream”.
Chief Alex Baldock said Oculus Quest 2 and PS5 were “stars” as “consoles flew off the shelves”.
However, the electricals retailer said in the ten weeks to January 8 sales in the UK and Ireland were down 6 per cent year on year.
That is expected to dent full-year profits and its shares fell seven per cent.
Mr Baldock said the market was “challenging” over the festive period due to “uneven customer demand” and supply chain disruption.
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Explained: What is included in a PS Plus membership?
Here’s what’s included with the membership for PS4 and PS5 players :
- Online multiplayer
- Free monthly games for PS4, PS5, and PS VR
- Exclusive discounts on PlayStation Store
- Exclusive game add-ons and packs
- 100GB of cloud storage for your game saves
The free games are your to keep for as long as your subscription is active.
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Hacks to stop your console randomly switching off
PLAYSTATION 5 owners are reporting that their console is randomly turning off or going into rest mode, but there’s a fix!
A large number of PS5 players are panicking that their expensive console is broken.
Read more here.
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OnBuy has consoles in stock
PS5 consoles are in stock on the Onbuy website.
However, it seems there is a slight price hike on the online retailer.
Where are Smyths Toys sell Disc versions for £449.99.
And the site boasts “30-day returns as standard”
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Grand Theft Auto VI IS in development, confirms Rockstar Games
Rockstar Games has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is currently in development.
In a statement posted on the company’s website, the studio has addressed concerns from players that there has been no news on the sixth game in the hugely successful series.
“With the unprecedented longevity of GTA V, we know many of you have been asking us about a new entry in the Grand Theft Auto series,” the statement reads.
“With every new project we embark on, our goal is always to significantly move beyond what we have previously delivered – and we are pleased to confirm that active development for the next entry in the Grand Theft Auto series is well underway.
Rockstar is currently gearing up to release the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions of Grand Theft Auto V on March 15.
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Smyths Toys in-store PS5 stock appears to have sold out
A look on the Smyths Toys website shows that both the PS5 digital and disc consoles are sadly not in stock.
The website offers an option to type in your postcode to find a store with the consoles available.
But when the Sun Online checked today, we couldn’t see any stores with stock left.
You can always try calling up your local store to check stock levels, or to see if there is any information about the next expected restock.
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Dr. Dre EP once exclusive to GTA Online available to stream
A new Dr. Dre EP previously exclusive to GTA Online is now available to stream.
GTA Online: The Contract features appearances from Eminem, Snoop Dogg and more.
The EP was originally released as part of The Contract, a series of missions in GTA Online which brought back GTA V‘s single-player character, Franklin. During the missions, Franklin had to track down Dr Dre’s missing phone which contained the highly coveted tracks.
The EP is now streamable across music platforms including Apple Music and Spotify.
The full tracklist is:
- “Gospel” (feat. Eminem)
- “The Scenic Route” (feat. Anderson .Paak & Rick Ross)
- “Black Privilege”
- “ETA” (feat. Anderson .Paak, Busta Rhymes & Snoop Dogg)
- “Fallin Up” (feat. Cocoa Sarai & Thurz)
- “Diamond Mind” (feat. Nipsey Hussle & Ty Dolla $ign)
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Best PS5 stock tips – and why you shouldn’t buy direct on Twitter
You should never purchase a PS5 directly through Twitter – it’s often a scam.
In fact, we suggest that you should only rely on Twitter to track the latest PS5 restock rumours and retailers that have actually dropped fresh stock.
The top three Twitter accounts in the world that are most trustworthy include PS5StockAlerts (US), PS5StockAlertUK (UK) and AustraliaPs5 (Australia).
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GAME PS5 restock expected in next few days
GAME are expected to drop PS5 stock this week, according to a trusted stock tracker account.
@PS5StockAlertUK predicts that both the digital and disc version will drop on the retailer’s website during the early part of this week.
It says the PS5 disc & digital editions will be available between February 8 -10, with stock becoming available first thing in the morning, between 9am and 11.30am.
See more details in the tweet below.
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Do you know how your data is being collected?
AN OXFORD professor has claimed that we are allowing more and more of our personal data to be used – and are being spied on by DOORBELLS.
Professor Carissa Veliz has warned that our cars, TV’s, computers and phones are all tracking our data with our permission.
She has explained that the data collection starts from the moment that you wake up, letting smartphone manufacturers, app developers and your mobile phone company know where you are and who you’re with.
The professor at the Institute for Ethics in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Oxford believes that people are “unwittingly” giving away personal information every day.
Cars are able to log the locations you visit, the speed that the vehicle is driven at, the music played and even the weight of the driver on the seat.
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PS Plus 50% discount is too good to miss
A PLAYSTATION Plus subscription lets you play online with friends as well giving you free games every month — and it’s half price right now.
Sony has slashed the price of a PlayStation Plus three month membership by 50%.
The promotion is only running for a limited time, and you have until Sunday, February 13 at 11.59pm GMT to take advantage of it.
It usually costs £19.99 for a three month membership so getting it for just £9.99 is a bargain!
That works out as just £3.33 per month which is less than a Netflix, Disney+, or Spotify subscription.
Given the fact that a one-month sub is just £6.99, you can get two months extra for just £3.
- 50% off PS Plus 3 month membership – buy here
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PS5 selling for £800 as gamers ‘rush to sell Xbox consoles’ online
ANY XBOX owners wanting to ditch their consoles for a PS5 are in for a shock.
Following the news that Sony is buying Bungie — the studio that created Halo, and makes Destiny — Google Trends saw a surge of people searching for ‘sell Xbox’.
If Sony snaps up the studio and decides to make the franchise a platform exclusive, Xbox Destiny players could end up getting locked out.
The increased search following the news could indicate that a portion of players are now weighing up their options when it comes to their console and the games exclusive to it.
Similarly, when Microsoft announced its intent to buy Call of Duty maker Activision, there was a panic over the future of the series on social media.
However, it’s impossible to say why the search trends changed – and there’s no way to be sure that Xbox owners are ditching their consoles en masse.
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Explained: What is included in a PS Plus membership?
Here’s what’s included with the membership for PS4 and PS5 players :
- Online multiplayer
- Free monthly games for PS4, PS5, and PS VR
- Exclusive discounts on PlayStation Store
- Exclusive game add-ons and packs
- 100GB of cloud storage for your game saves
The free games are your to keep for as long as your subscription is active.
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Playstation5 out of stock on GAME website
The PS5 is currently listed as out of stock on the GAME UK website.
There are rumours swirling that the digital console will be dropping at the retailer “this week”.
Stay with our live blog for the latest on new stock.
