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The PlayStation 5 is a lot easier to find in stock in 2023.
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Sony’s PlayStation 5 has sold 38 million units since its launch in November 2020, and it remains one of the video game industry’s most sought after gaming consoles. Though PS5 shortages were a major issue in the first two years following the system’s release, it’s now a lot easier to buy a PS5.
Sony has largely solved PS5 supply chain problems in 2023, which mean stores now frequently have the console in stock. Though PS5 digital systems are still occasionally sold out online, standard PS5 models and bundles with games like God of War Ragnarok and Final Fantasy XVI have been readily available at websites like Amazon, GameStop, Walmart, Best Buy, and the PlayStation Direct store.
PS5 consoles and bundles are also now much easier to find in physical store locations, but stock is still somewhat limited. Below, we rounded up details on where you’re most likely to find a PS5 in stock, along with a full breakdown of PlayStation 5 models, bundles, and some of the best PlayStation accessories.
Where to buy PS5
The PlayStation 5 is available in two editions.
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The PS5 comes in two different models — one that has a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray drive, and a “digital edition” with no disc drive. The standard PS5 is $500 while the digital-edition PS5 is $400 at all major retailers. Several stores, including Walmart, Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and PlayStation Direct, regularly restock PS5 consoles.
Certain retailers may occasionally limit orders to online or in-store only, but PS5 inventory is much easier to come by now than it was during the PlayStation 5’s first two years of release. That said, the PS5 Digital Edition still tends to be harder to find than the standard model. You can learn more about the difference between both versions in our PS5 digital vs. disc comparison.
Both PS5 consoles are also available in bundles that come packaged with Final Fantasy XVI or God of War Ragnarok for an additional $60 each. The standard PS5 bundle with Ragnarok has briefly gone on sale for $60 off, but it’s not clear if that deal will return. So far in 2023, we’ve seen more restocks of PlayStation 5 bundles than the standalone consoles.
PS5 specifications
The PS5 sells out quickly but restocks are more common in 2023.
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The PlayStation 5 boasts much more powerful hardware than the PlayStation 4 and PS4 Pro. Upgrades include a solid state hard drive and a graphics card capable of ray-tracing technology.
For detailed impressions, check out our full PlayStation 5 review, as well as our PS4 vs. PS5 and PS5 vs. Xbox Series X head-to-head comparisons.
SpecPlayStation 5Disc drive4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (standard edition only)Storage825GB M.2 driveHDMI OutUp to 4K resolution at 120Hz with HDMI 2.1Ports1x USB-C, 3x USB 3.1, 1x EthernetCPUAMD Ryzen Zen 2, 8 cores, 16 threads at 3.5 GHzGPUAMD Radeon RDNA 2 at 2.23 GHz, 10.3 TFlopsMemoryGDDR6 16GB, 44GB/s bandwidth
PS5 accessories
The PS5 pictured with DualSense controllers and a Pulse 3D headset.
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Sony’s $70 DualSense controller is a worthy successor to the PS4’s popular DualShock, implementing a built-in microphone, haptic feedback for adjustable trigger tension, and advanced rumble features while also improving the battery life and adopting a USB-C charging cable.
A premium version of the DualSense controller, the DualSense Edge, launched on January 26. DualSense Edge adds customizable paddle buttons to the rear of the controller and customizable analog sticks.
The $100 Pulse 3D headset is a direct successor to the gold and platinum wireless headsets Sony released for the PS4. The headset has an adjustable band, built-in microphone, and hardware buttons for mute, voice monitoring, and volume. While the Pulse 3D headset is worth the investment, PS5’s 3D audio features will also work with any third-party headset that’s been licensed for use on PS4. For more recommendations, check out our guide to the best gaming headsets.
The PlayStation VR2 is a virtual reality headset that plays games like Resident Evil Village, No Man’s Sky, and Horizon Call of the Mountain. PS VR2 costs $550 and you can order it directly from Sony or at other major retailers. A PS VR2 bundle with Horizon: Call of the Mountain is also available for $600.
PSVR2 requires a PS5 to work but has built-in head tracking and comes with two wireless controllers. It offers better visuals and performance than the Meta Quest 2 headset, though it lacks the standalone functionality the Quest 2 offers.
The PlayStation media remote might look appealing, but for $30 you can find a better or cheaper universal remote to control the console. Several smart TV brands also let you control the PS5 with your standard TV remote too, so it’s worth giving that a try before making this investment.
The $30 DualSense charging stand can charge two controllers and makes for a nice stand alongside the PS5, but it doesn’t actually charge your controllers any faster than using a regular cable.
The $60 HD camera can be used for streaming in full 1080p and even has a background removal tool, but it cannot be used as a microphone like the PlayStation 4 camera. Luckily, you can just use the DualSense’s built-in mic to communicate while playing.
PS5 exclusive games
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is a console exclusive on the PS5.
“Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart” / Sony
Sony is committed to creating a full lineup of exclusive games for the PlayStation 5, repeating the same strategy that helped make the PS4 a massive success. Because there are still so many gamers waiting to upgrade to PS5, many of the games released on the new console will also work on PlayStation 4, like God of War Ragnarok and Horizon: Forbidden West.
Keep in mind that new games like Elden Ring have been designed to run better on PS5, even if they’re available on the PS4. Below, we’ve listed all the games that require a PlayStation 5 to play, including upcoming titles.
Exclusive PS5 games available now
GodfallDestruction AllStarsReturnalDemon’s SoulsAstro’s Playroom (pre-installed on PS5)Ratchet & Clank: A Rift ApartFinal Fantasy VII Remake: IntergradeThe Last of Us: Part IForspokenGhostwire: TokyoUncharted: Legacy of Thieves CollectionDeath Stranding: Director’s CutRollerdromeFinal Fantasy XVI
Upcoming PS5 exclusive games
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2Marvel’s WolverineFinal Fantasy VII: RebirthDeath Stranding 2