NEW PS5 console drops are expected from major retailers within DAYS after the ‘bleakest restock week since February’.
John Lewis, Currys, Smyths and GAME are all expected to be lined up for restocks as soon as today.
It comes after gamers were left disappointed when rumours of a Smyths restock swirling on social media throughout this week came to no avail.
@Ps5Instant said: “Expecting GAME (9-10am) & Argos (1-4am) 8th to 14th April.”
This has been backed up by another PS5 restock alerts account on Twitter, which has assured gamers desperately trying to get hold of the elusive console that “April is promising for stock”.
The account, @PS5CentralNews, claims “at least one major retailer will release every week”.
Rumours also continue that Amazon is about to make a large drop of PS5 consoles any day now.
Follow our PS5 live blog below for the very latest news, updates and stock drop rumours…
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NEW CONSOLE DROPS AT GAME, VERY AND SMYTHS TOYS EXPECTED THIS WEEK, SAYS PS5 STOCK TRACKER
@PS5StockAlertUK said: “Argos have not received any shipments of stock over the weekend, or during weekdays last week.
“Therefore, a drop by Argos is not expected this week.
“However, we do expect drops by GAME, Very & Smyths Toys this week, with detailed info coming soon.”
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RUNNER COMING TO PS5 AND PC
Virtual reality driving action game Runner is coming to the PS5 and PC.
“We’re excited to finally announce RUNNER, our newest arcade VR title! Set in a retro-futuristic world inspired by late 80’s prestige anime, coming to the next generation of PSVR as well as other VR platforms,” said the developer Truant Pixel said via Twitter.
“RUNNER features a deliberate classic aesthetic, driven by themes such as lo-fi and cassette futurism and inspired by anime such as Akira, Ghost in the Shell, Patlabor and more. and we’ve only shown a fraction of the encounters and environments that you will be traversing.”
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RESTOCK TWITTER RUMOURS AT GAME, ARGOS AND AMAZON
Game and Argos are expected to have new stock at some point between April 8 and April 14, if Twitter rumours are to be believed.
Two shipments from Amazon are also rumoured to take place over the course of April.
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PLAYSTATION SPRING SALE DISCOUNTS
The PlayStation Store’s annual Spring Sale is live now with deals on more than 700 PS5 and PS4 games.
The first wave of deals are live until April 14, which is when the second wave kicks off.
The sale includes a huge variety of games, including exclusives such as Ghost of Tsushima and The Last of Us Part 2.
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A 12-MONTH PS PLUS SUBSCRIPTION NOW ONLY $28
A year-long PS Plus subscription could be yours for just $28, a massive reduction from the usual $60.
CDKeys is currently offering a $14 discount on the 3-month PS Plus membership, lowering its price to $14 from $28, and a $32 discount on the 12-month PS Pus membership, bringing its price down to $28 from $60.
Among the benefits of having a subscription is that it allows you to activate the online multiplayer modes of most games for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
It also gives you access to the free games that you can download every month. The games are yours to keep and play, as long as your PS Plus membership remains active.
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SONY ADDS THREE NEW GAMES TO PLAYSTATION NOW
Sony has added three more games to its PlayStation Now roster.
The games are:
- Marvel’s Avengers from Crystal Dynamics
- Borderlands 3 from Gearbox Studios
- The Long Dark from Hinterland Studios
From April 7, Sony is also offering a seven-day free trial for PS4 and PS5 owners who are not currently subscribed to the service.
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STOCK TRACKER SUGGESTS CLUE THAT BT MAY DROP STOCK ON APRIL 6
One tracking site has said that due to a new “url”, a new BT stock drop could come by Tuesday April 6.
Ps5stocktrace6 said: “The bt URL suggests that it might drop the 6th of April.”
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BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS RELEASE DELAYED UNTIL 2022
The release of forthcoming Batman game Gotham Knights has been pushed back to 2022.
In a statement published on social media, Warner said it was “giving the game more time to deliver the best possible experience for players”.
“Thank you to our amazing fans for your tremendous support of Gotham Knights,” it continued.
“We look forward to showcasing more of the game in the coming months.”
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RESTOCK TWITTER RUMOURS AT GAME, ARGOS AND AMAZON
GAME’s and Argos’ are expected to be released at some point between Thursday, April 8 to Wednesday 14,.
Two shipments from Amazon taking place over the course of April.
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GRAND THEFT V COMING TO PS5 THIS YEAR
Grand Theft Auto V will be coming to the PS5 this year.
Although an exact date hasn’t been released yet, it will definitely be this year.
If you can’t wait till then, you can still purchase the game for the PS4 here.
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RESTOCK TWITTER RUMOURS AT GAME, ARGOS AND AMAZON
GAME’s and Argos’ are expected to be released at some point between Thursday, April 8 to Wednesday April 14.
Two shipments from Amazon are also rumoured to take place over the course of April.
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COULD THE PS5 SHORTAGE GET WORSE?
The PS5 shortage could get worse as chip-makers struggle to meet demand.
Sony’s PlayStation 5 has been largely out of stock since November – and might not be widely available until July.
Much of this is being blamed on a global “crisis” in the computer chip world.
Demand for chips is through the roof, and suppliers can’t keep pace.
Prices of chips are rising as a result, and major manufacturers like Apple and Samsung are being prioritised.
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PS5 SCALPER CLAIMS TO HAVE MADE £10K FROM SELLING CONSOLES
An 18-year-old scalper claims to have made £10,000 from flogging PS5 consoles, GiveMeSport reports.
The teen told Radio 1 Newsbeat that he has made around £10,000 from scalping consoles since November as prices skyrocket online.
“At the start when stock was limited, you could easily sell a PS5 for £800,” says Jake.
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GAMES DROPPING THIS MONTH
- 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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NEW CONSOLE DROPS AT GAME, VERY AND SMYTHS TOYS EXPECTED THIS WEEK, SAYS PS5 STOCK TRACKER
@PS5StockAlertUK said: “Argos have not received any shipments of stock over the weekend, or during weekdays last week.
“Therefore, a drop by Argos is not expected this week.
“However, we do expect drops by GAME, Very & Smyths Toys this week, with detailed info coming soon.”
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SMYTHS AND GAME COULD DROP NEW PS5 STOCK FROM WEDNESDAY
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STOCK TRACKER SUGGESTS CLUE THAT BT MAY DROP STOCK ON APRIL 6
One tracking site has said that due to a new “url”, a new BT stock drop could come by Tuesday April 6.
Ps5stocktrace6 said: “The bt URL suggests that it might drop the 6th of April.”
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BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS RELEASE DELAYED UNTIL 2022
The release of forthcoming Batman game Gotham Knights has been pushed back to 2022.
In a statement published on social media, Warner said it was “giving the game more time to deliver the best possible experience for players”.
“Thank you to our amazing fans for your tremendous support of Gotham Knights,” it continued.
“We look forward to showcasing more of the game in the coming months.”
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APRIL’S PS PLUS GAMES ARE OUT NOW
There are three games up for grabs with PS Plus this month – the first being Oddworld: Soulstorm, which is only available for PS5 owners.
Legendary Oddworld hero Abe is back again in a game that follows directly on from 2014’s New ‘N’ Tasty. Once again you’re working to liberate your fellow Mudokons with platforming and puzzle-solving galore.
The second freebie is available on PS4, and it’s Days Gone.
It’s a survival horror game set in the Pacific Northwest, where you’re living in the aftermath of a global pandemic. Great…
And if that wasn’t enough, you can also claim Zombie Army 4: Dead War.
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HOW TO PURCHASE AND PLAY A PS5 DIGITAL GAME
- From the Games home, select PlayStation Store.
- Search for the game you would like to purchase and select the game card.
- Select Buy > Confirm Purchase > Download.
- You can find your purchases in Games home and the Game Library.
- Select the game and choose Play.
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RESTOCK TWITTER RUMOURS AT GAME, ARGOS AND AMAZON
GAME’s and Argos’ are expected to be released at some point between Thursday, April 8 to Wednesday 14,.
Two shipments from Amazon taking place over the course of April.
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PLAYSTATION STORE IS CLOSING FOR PS3, PS VITA AND PSP FOREVER – DELETING HUNDREDS OF GAMES
Buying games for your favourite old PlayStation consoles is about to get a lot harder.
That’s because Sony is closing down its PlayStation Store for the PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, and PlayStation Portable this summer.
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READY TO GO BEYOND?
A new UK company has created a next level, healthy, energy drink which supports the brains cognitive function, whilst also delivering absolutely everything the body needs for long-term gaming sessions.
Beyond NRG is the next generation of energy supplements for gamers.
Billy Webb, Founder and CEO of Beyond NRG, said: “We are seeing an incredible difference in how people view esports this year.
“It’s like suddenly everyone is realising that these professional gamers are proper athletes, and they need to be treated (and nourished) as such.”
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THE EPIC WAIT FOR STOCK CONTINUES
Last week was slow for stock drops to say the least.
Delays caused by the Suez Canal blockage haven’t help, coupled with the bank holiday weekend.
But fingers crossed for a better week ahead!
PS5 restock alert accounts on Twitter believe several major retailers are primed to drop stock as early as Tuesday.
We will continue to bring you the latest updates and rumours!
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SMYTHS ‘DO NOT HAVE NEXT DATE CONFIRMED’
Smyths “do not have the next restock date confirmed yet” – despite social media being abuzz with rumours that the retailer will restock the elusive PS5 this week.
The @AskSmythsToys account on Twitter replied to a customer to say: “We do not have a stock notification system in place
“Please keep an eye on our website for update”.
