The PS5 is generally not currently available at major retailers, but a limited edition console inspired by the PlayStation 2 is on the way. While Walmart, Target and Best Buy are currently sold out, third-party seller SUP3R5 will launch a retro-inspired PS5 console tomorrow.
Discover below everything you need to know about the PS2 theme PS5, plus the latest updates on the PS5 situation at official retailers. Remember that the PS2-inspired console is not directly connected to Sony, so you will have to wait until an official retailer is back in stock.
PS2 theme PS5
SUP3R5 will release a limited number of PS2-themed black PS5s on Friday, January 8 at 3pm EST. The retailer will release 304 consoles as a tribute to the PS2 launch day on March 4, 2000.
The retro-inspired PS5 console costs $ 749, while the digital edition costs $ 649 and will be limited to one per customer. The console has one controller and an additional controller costs $ 100 extra.
SUP3R5 aims to prevent PS5 consoles from being bought out by scalpers in limited edition. SUP3R5 said it would cancel the pre-orders of anyone offering the console on the sales sites, and cancel the orders of those trying to buy more than one console and two controller limit, including multiple orders heading to the same address is.
Go to the SUP3R5 website and create a profile to save your information, to prepare you for the PS2 theme PS5 tomorrow. On Twitter, SUP3R5 said: “We encourage you to get through the checkout as quickly as possible.”
Furthermore, SUP3R5 said that the consoles will be shipped by late spring, but this could be delayed if the retailer prefers to make more consoles available. In a Twitter poll, gamers voted that SUP3R5 should make more PS2-themed PS5 consoles, even if it would wait longer for delivery.
Finally, since the PS2-inspired PS5 is not officially paired with Sony, buyers will buy the console at their own risk. SUP3R5 is a third party company and there is a chance that Sony will discontinue the business before the consoles are shipped. Plus, the DualSense controller is disassembled during the modification process, which means Sony’s warranty does not apply.
Keep that in mind if you want the chance to get your hands on this retro attack on the next generation PlayStation console. Otherwise, keep reading for updates on official PlayStation 5 retailers.
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Antonline PS5 Reload
Antonline released more PS5 consoles on Tuesday after announcing on Monday that they will have more PlayStation 5 stock available in January. Since Tuesday’s drop, Antonline has not announced any release dates, but there’s a chance they could release more consoles this month.
Follow Antonline on Twitter to be warned about future PS5 declines.
Walmart PS5 Reload
The PlayStation 5 still does not appear on the Walmart website and the retailer has not announced any upcoming release dates.
Purpose PS5 Reload
The target is usually not available on PS5 consoles, but stock varies by store, so check the Target website to see if stores are available within 50km.
Best Buy PS5 Reload
Best Buy is currently sold out from both its PS5 consoles and bundles and has not released any information on future re-application dates.
Newegg PS5 Reload
Newegg’s PS5 bundle containing the Playstation 5 digital console, DualSense controller, HD camera for PS5 and a PlayStation media remote is listed as “coming soon.” Newegg will alert customers when the console is available with the automatic notification option.
Amazon PS5 Reload
The only PS5 option on Amazon at the time of writing is from a third-party seller who listed the console for over $ 1000. The digital edition is currently unavailable.
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