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Update: As of 1:25 p.m. ET, the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection restock at PlayStation Direct is over. The PS5 Slim Bundle and the limited-edition DualSense Controller are sold out. We're keeping a close eye out for further restocks, so keep it locked to Tom's Guide if you're still on the hunt for one of these hard-to-find items.
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PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection pre-orders sold out almost instantly when they went live last month. But it looks like those who missed out may have a second chance to lock in a limited edition PS5 console or accessory as PlayStation Direct is teasing a restock today.
As of today (Oct. 29), PlayStation Direct advises shoppers to “please check back on October 29 at 9 a.m. PT” on the listing page for both the PS5 Slim Digital Edition - 30th Anniversary Collection Edition and the DualSense Controller - 30th Anniversary Edition. This is pretty much a surefire sign that these previously sold-out products are going to be restocked in just a matter of hours.
There is no suggestion that the limited-edition PS5 Pro bundle, PlayStation Portal or DualSense Edge will be restocked at this time, but if you’re looking for a retro-inspired PS5 Slim or DualSense, don’t spur this rare second chance, as there may not be a third one. Plus, the base PS5 Pro is still in stock across retailers including PlayStation Direct, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and more.
Here at Tom’s Guide, we’ve been tracking PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection pre-orders since the range was revealed, and we’re on hand in this live blog to assist you in securing yourself some limited edition hardware. Below you’ll find all the buying links you need…
Quick links
- PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: $499 @ PlayStation Direct
- DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): $79 @ PlayStation Direct
- DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): check stock @ Amazon
- PS5 Pro: $699 @ Amazon
- PS5 Pro: $699 @ Best Buy
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection pre-orders
Welcome!
Hello! Welcome to Tom's Guide live coverage of the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Edition restock at PlayStation Direct. I'll be bringing you the latest updates as we build up to 9 a.m. PT, when the limited-edition console is expected to be restocked. There will also be a fresh chance to pre-order the LE DualSense.
PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Collection restock — what we know
The PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection was first announced back in September, with initial pre-orders going live just a few days later. As expected, all available stock has snapped up within just minutes with the uber-limited PS5 Pro Bundle proving to be the most sought-after item (limited to 12,500 units)
We had assumed this would be the only chance to lock in a pre-order, but over on PlayStation Direct , a notification on the PS5 Slim and DualSense listing pages appears to suggest that a restock is coming at 9 a.m. PT later today (October 29).
This could be your final chance to secure a retro-inspired console or controller ahead of the range launching on November 21, so get ready for the restock now.
PS5 Pro still in stock
- PS5 Pro: $699 @ PlayStation Direct
- PS5 Pro: $699 @ Amazon
- PS5 Pro: $699 @ Best Buy
- PS5 Pro: $699 @ Target
- PS5 Pro: $699 @ Walmart
Don't forget that the PS5 Pro is still available to pre-order, and it launches next week (on November 7). Yes, it doesn't sport the stunning PS1-style look of the PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Edition, but it's set to be the world's most powerful PlayStation console and will offer visual boosts on some of the best PS5 games. The $699 price tag is steep, but if you're looking for a machine that will offer you the best visual and performance experience, you'll want to fork out for the Pro.
PlayStation Direct appears to confirm restock
As noted, the tip off for this impending PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection restock came from Sony itself. The PS5 Slim and DualSense 30th Anniversary Edition pages have been updated with a message telling shoppers to "check back on October 29th at 9 AM PDT", which is just a few hours from now. While a restock has not technically been confirmed for this time, logic would dictate that Sony is gearing up to take new pre-orders later today.
There won't be a PS5 Pro Bundle restock
I'm already seeing a few gamers wondering if we might see a restock of the PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Edition Bundle later today, but don't get your hopes up. Sony confirmed its was only producing 12,500 units of the $999 package, and those appear to have all been allocated during the initial pre-order event back in September. There is no indication from Sony that a restock is forthcoming, is my advice is to not get your hopes up that more stock will arrive.
Will other retailer restock today?
- PS5 Digital Edition (30th Anniversary Edition): check stock @ Amazon
- PS5 Digital Edition (30th Anniversary Edition): check stock @ Best Buy
- PS5 Digital Edition (30th Anniversary Edition): check stock @ Target
- PS5 Digital Edition (30th Anniversary Edition): check stock @ Walmart
- PS5 Digital Edition (30th Anniversary Edition): check stock @ GameStop
PlayStation Direct seemingly confirming a restock of the PS5 Digital Edition 30th Anniversary Edition has led to a whole load of speculation that additional retailers such as Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy will also take fresh pre-orders, but nothing has been confirmed yet.
As it stands, only PlayStation Direct has teased a restock of the limited-edition PS5 Slim bundle, so my gut instinct is that it'll be the only retailer with fresh allocation, but I'm still keeping an eye out at non-Sony stockists as well, just in case. So, there's no harm in checking the links above when 9 a.m. PT rolls around as this restock could be bigger than expected.
Time to prepare for the restock
We're less than two hours away from 9 a.m. PT, so now is a great time to get yourself prepared for the impending PS5 30th Anniversary Edition restock.
Aside from the obvious steps like making sure you have a reliable internet connection, and that you're well caffeinated, the most important thing you can do to get ready is to ensure you have a PlayStation Network account. You'll need one to check out at PlayStation Direct, so make sure you know your login details.
When the stock goes live, it's a race to complete the checkout process as quickly as possible and the last thing you want to be doing is fumbling around with a "forgotten password" verification process or creating a brand new account.
You can create a PlayStation Network account right here.
45 minutes to go...
There's less than an hour until 9 a.m. PT so if you haven't taken my advice below, now is your last chance to ensure you have a PSN account setup and that your payment and shipping information is up to date. Ensure these are correct now, or you might come to regret it later.
The virtual waiting room is open!
- PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: check stock @ PlayStation Direct
- DualSense (30th Anniversary Edition): check stock @ PlayStation Direct
There are 30 minutes until the PlayStation Direct restock — which has now been officially confirmed by Sony (not that there was any ever doubt) — and the virtual waiting room has opened. So, head over to PlayStation Direct using the links above and get your spot in line.
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Edition restock is LIVE!
- PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: $499 @ PlayStation Direct
- DualSense (30th Anniversary Edition): $79 @ PlayStation Direct
It's go time, the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection restock is now live at PlayStation Direct. The retailer has restocked the PS5 Slim Digital Edition 30th Anniversary Bundle for $499 and the DualSense Controller 30th Anniversary Edition for $79. Head over to PlayStation Direct now using our links as these limited edition items are sure to go extremely quickly.
No queue luck for me!
Hopefully, you've had a little more luck with the virtual queue than me. My wait time of more than 40 minutes suggests that getting hold of a console will be tricky as the limited edition bundle will be sold out by the time I'm permitted onto the PlayStation Direct site. However, a quick scan of social media suggests that people are getting through and pre-ordering now.
PS5 Slim is SOLD OUT but DualSense is still available
- DualSense (30th Anniversary Edition): $79 @ PlayStation Direct (IN STOCK)
I'm finally through the queue and onto PlayStation Direct and it's a case of good news and bad news. Unfortunately, the PS5 Slim bundle is sold out, but the DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition) is still in stock for $79. Hurry over and get yours as it'll sell out very soon.
DualSense now showing as SOLD OUT
It took a little longer than expected, but the DualSense Controller 30th Anniversary Edition is now also listed as "currently unavailable". It appears that the additional stock of both items (PS5 Slim Bundle and DualSense) have been snapped up, and everything is now sold out.
