PS5 30th Anniversary Collection restock live — latest updates as limited-edition console and controller drop at PlayStation Direct

Attention turns to the US

With PlayStation UK having restocked, and there seemingly being a lot more units available than expected, now we can turn our attention to the US restock of the 30th Anniversary DualSense controller in just a matter of hours, at 7 am PT to be exact.

The same rules apply, so you'll need a PlayStation Plus membership to buy, and the restock will be happening over on PlayStation Direct. Here's hoping we see a similar level of stock in the US, but I'm sticking around to bring you the latest updates.

• DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): $79 @ PlayStation Direct

An hour later, and nothing new to report (in a good way!)

Well, I can't say that I saw this coming, but more than an hour after the restock began in the UK, and all three restocked items are still available. Sony has briefed quantities would be "very limited," but it appears there is more stock to go around than expected.

After months of stressful restocks for items like Switch 2 and the 30th Anniversary Collection's original drop, it does make a nice change of pace, but still, if you want one of these item,s I'd recommend securing them now just in case stock is thinning out.

• PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: £469 @ PlayStation Direct
• PlayStation Portal (30th Anniversary Edition: £209 @ PlayStation Direct
• DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): £69 @ PlayStation Direct

Still in stock more than 30 minutes later

It's been 30 minutes since the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection restock started on PlayStation Direct UK, and to my surprise, all three items remain available. This is obviously great news for anybody looking to pick up some retro-themed PS5 hardware, or nostalgia-infused accessory. Lets hope we see similar when the US restocks the DualSense controller later today!

• PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: £469 @ PlayStation Direct
• PlayStation Portal (30th Anniversary Edition: £209 @ PlayStation Direct
• DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): £69 @ PlayStation Direct

There seem to be plenty of stock to go around

Either the interest in the 30th Anniversary Collection has sharply dropped since last year, or there's more stock than Sony suggested, because 15 minutes after the items went live, and I'm still seeing them all in stock. No complaints here, of course, but last time the Collection was made available to order, everything sold out in mere minutes.

• PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: £469 @ PlayStation Direct
• PlayStation Portal (30th Anniversary Edition: £209 @ PlayStation Direct
• DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): £69 @ PlayStation Direct

All items are IN STOCK at PlayStation Direct UK

There's no time to waste as the PS5 Slim, DualSense and PlayStation Portal have all been restocked at PlayStation Direct UK. Sony dropped a little early with the restock starting at around 9:56 am BST, but as of now, I'm still seeing stock on all three items, but they might not stick around long so get your order locked in as soon as possible.

• PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: £469 @ PlayStation Direct
• PlayStation Portal (30th Anniversary Edition: £209 @ PlayStation Direct
• DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): £69 @ PlayStation Direct

30th Anniversary restock is live NOW!

It's go time, the restock has begun early. I've just been able to check out with the DualSense controller, so head over to PlayStation Direct and secure yours NOW!

• PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: £469 @ PlayStation Direct
• PlayStation Portal (30th Anniversary Edition: £209 @ PlayStation Direct
• DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): £69 @ PlayStation Direct

It's almost time in the UK, get over to PlayStation Direct now

There's less than 10 minutes until the restock begins, so head over to PlayStation Direct right now using the links below, and get ready to check out as fast as possible.

Be sure you've signed into your account ahead of the drop at 10 am BST as well, every second will count during the restock and you don't want to be wasting precious time trying to remember your password or complete two-factor authentication steps.

• PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: £469 @ PlayStation Direct
• PlayStation Portal (30th Anniversary Edition: £209 @ PlayStation Direct
• DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): £69 @ PlayStation Direct

Less than 30 minutes to go

PlayStations fans in the U.K., you don't have long left to wait as the 30th Anniversary Collection restock begins in less than 30 minutes. Remember, you'll need PlayStation Plus to partake in this stock drop, so ensure your PSN account is set up now. The last thing you want during the restock is to be trying to sort out a PS+ subscription.

Here's the retailer links you need

There's just 45 minutes until the restock arrives in the U.K., so you'll want to bookmark the all-important retailer links. Don't worry, you don't need to go searching for them, I've got the PlayStation Direct links you need down below. So get them saved now!

• PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Bundle: £469 @ PlayStation Direct
• PlayStation Portal (30th Anniversary Edition: £209 @ PlayStation Direct
• DualSense Controller (30th Anniversary Edition): £69 @ PlayStation Direct

1 hour warning for UK restock

Folks in the U.K., it time to get ready for this restock as we're (just over) an hour away from things kicking off at 10 am BST.

Now is the time to ensure you know your PlayStation Direct login details - they'll be the same as your PSN account - and also to make sure you have an active PlayStation Plus membership as you'll need one to purchase anything during this restock event.

I'll be posting updates as soon as stock is live, so stick with this live blog and get ready.

DualSense is the key item today

The DualSense 30th Anniversary Edition has been one of the most popular items in the collection, and it's looking like it might be the one with the most availability too.

It's being restocked in both the U.K. and the U.S., suggesting Sony has a little more stock of this controller than it does the other items that are making a re appearance. So, if you desperately want something from the 30th Anniversary Collection, the DualSense seems your best bet. It's the one I'm considering grabbing today as well.

Will the 30th Anniversary PS5 Pro appear today?

I feel pretty confident when I say it's highly unlikely that the PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle won't be restocked today. This pricey bundle was always the headliner of the 30th Anniversary Collection, and when it was first sold last September, Sony noted it was limited to just 12,300 pieces.

It sold out in a matter of seconds, and hasn't been seen since. I don't expect that'll change any time soon, and it would seem this retro-looking PS5 Pro is going to remain a highly-sought after collector's item going forward. This is one LE items where the term limited edition actually appears to apply. But at least there's still a chance to pick up a DualSense controller or a PS5 Slim Bundle (if you live in the U.K., of course).

Don't forget, you'll need PS+

The key bit of information about today's restock is that you'll need an active PlayStation Plus membership to score any of the 30th Anniversary items.

It appears you a PS+ account at any tier level will do, so even the lowest level, Essential, is totally fine, which costs $9 per month. You might even be able to score a free trial, though Sony hasn't confirmed if free trial accounts will be eligible - retailers like Walmart have previously prevented shoppers on free trials are taking part in restocks.

My advice: If you're serious about scoring a limited-edition PS5 item today, make sure you've got at least a month of PlayStation Plus Essential set up well in advance.

• PlayStation Plus: from $9 /month @ PlayStation Direct

Is the entire PS 30th Anniversary Collection being restock?

Let's get the bad news out of the way, unfortunately, the entire PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection isn't being restocked today, it's merely select items.

In the U.K, it's set to be a pretty generous restock with the PS5 Slim Bundle, DualSense and PS Portal returning to PlayStation Direct. Whereas in the U.S., it's only the DualSense controller. Disappointing, yes, but the controller is the most popular item.

The PS5 Pro Bundle and the DualSense Edge in lovely retro grey don't look to be getting restocked anywhere, but I'm not hugely surprised. The former was limited to 12,300 pieces and was the crown jewel of the collection. I doubt it'll ever be restocked.

When does the 30th Anniversary restock begin?

Last week, Sony confirmed the restock itself, and also announced the exact date and timings, which was very much appreciated. In the U.K., the 30th Anniversary Collection restock begins at 10 am BST, meanwhile for folks in the U.S. (who are probably all fast asleep right now!), the restock kicks off at 7 am PT. These are the slots to remember.

What is the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection?

Introducing the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection - YouTube

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For those totally out of the loop, wondering what the big deal is about this restock, the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection is pretty much exactly what it suggests.

This collection of PS5 hardware and accessories was announced last September and released in November. Designed to celebrate the brand's 30th anniversary, it saw the current generation of PlayStation technology get a retro makeover inspired by the original PlayStation console. Unsurprisingly, it was hugely popular with gamers.

The Collection comprised limited-edition five items: PS5 Pro Bundle, PS5 Slim Bundle, PS5 DualSense Controller, PS5 DualSense Edge Controller and PlayStation Portal.

The entire collection sold out back in September, with a few sporadic restocks through the rest of 2024. We had assumed that was the collection done and dusted, so this restock has come as a real (but very welcome) surprise.

Welcome!

Hello! Welcome to Tom's Guide's live coverage of today's PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection, we'll be bringing you the latest updates ahead of the confirmed restock of select items in the PS1-inspired range, and with demand expected to be very high for these limited-edition PS5 accessories, you'll want to be ready to go as soon as the restock begins. But don't worry, we'll instantly alert you when the time comes.