Sony opens registration for invite-only PS5 restocks — how to sign up

By Louis Ramirez
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Increase your chance of scoring a PS5

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Sony PS5 restock is slightly easier to find. Although Sony was holding invite-only PS5 restock events, the last few console drops were open to the general public. In addition, one of the restocks last month lasted for 24+ hours and had no queue. That said, Sony is still accepting registrations for invite-only drops. (Alternatively, Amazon is also accepting requests for its PS5 drops). 

As a reminder, signing up doesn't guarantee you'll get a PS5 — nor does it guarantee you'll get an invite — but it could increase your chances of getting an invite-only email from Sony. (Assuming they continue invite-only drops). We recommend you register as we don't know when (or if) Sony will close registrations. 

Competition to get a PS5 console has calmed down dramatically. Stock, however, remains scarce. Gamers with a PlayStation Online ID can register for Sony's invite-only PS5 drops via this Sony link (opens in new tab). According to the Sony website, those who register will begin receiving invitations direct from Sony. If selected, you'll receive an email with the date, time, and instructions for purchasing a PS5 console. 

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Sony Direct is letting gamers register for its invite-only PS5 restocks. Registering doesn't guarantee you'll receive an invite nor does it guarantee you'll be able to purchase a PS5 console should you be invited. 

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If you don't receive anything, that means you weren't selected. The Sony website states that "selection is based on previous interests and PlayStation activities." (If not selected, Walmart has been offering restocks for its Walmart Plus members. Although nothing is confirmed at the moment, it's likely they'll have more restocks in the coming weeks. Here's how to sign up for Walmart Plus). 

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How to get a PS5 if you don't receive an invite

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Even if you don't receive an invite from Sony, not all hope is lost. Usually after an invite-only PS5 restock occurs, Sony tends to open its virtual queue to the general public. However, it's not always guaranteed they'll do that. (There haven't been that many open restocks in the past few weeks). 

If there are extra consoles, a restock for the general public typically occurs after the invite-only event wraps up. (Usually an hour or two after the start of the original drop). Of course, you can bookmark our PS5 restock page and we'll keep you updated on the latest PS5 restock news from Sony Direct and all major U.S. retailers. 

Louis Ramirez
Louis Ramirez

As deals editor at Tom’s Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.