The PS5 is coming up on two years old. That may be hard to believe. It was first released in November 2020 and PlayStation fans everywhere were excited. But Sony struggled to satisfy the extremely high demand, partly due to chip shortages and aggressive scalping. That meant lots of gamers missed out – and the problem hasn’t gone away despite Sony’s promises to resolve stock issues. Because of this, lots of people have turned to Twitter for regular PlayStation 5 stock updates. It’s proving to be one of the most effective ways of staying updated on the latest PS5 stock and where it’s available for purchase. It’s also handy for beating scalpers to the punch – although they’re still proving highly problematic for the marketplace. So, if you’re still searching for a PlayStation 5, here’s what you need to know about PS5 updates on Twitter and how to take advantage of them…
PS5 Updates Twitter
With PS5 stocking issues so widespread, it’s no surprise that people are turning to social media for the solution. If you can’t solve the problem alone, why not work together and receive some help from others? That’s the beauty of using Twitter to keep track of stocking updates for the PlayStation 5. There are plenty of accounts hard at work delivering news about stock…
PS5 Twitter Updates
So, what’s the best way to find these accounts on Twitter? That’s easy. Simply log into your Twitter account and enter “PS5 stock” into the search bar. You’ll see lots of accounts sharing updates, so take your pick. Of course, some accounts are more active than others. They may provide direct links to the retailers or just simply list where PS5’s are available and you’ll have to check them out for yourself. Accounts may also be region specific – meaning they only provide stock updates for certain locations/countries e.g. USA, UK, Australia – although many cover multiple countries.
Recommended accounts to follow on Twitter:
Twitter PlayStation 5
Having said all that, the best stock update accounts to follow are undoubtedly the ones that tweet the most. If they’re regular and have their finger on the pulse, they’ll be far more useful to you when trying to secure a PlayStation 5. As mentioned, Twitter is full of users in the same position as you and it provides an excellent opportunity to finally get your hands on a brand new console.
Twitter PS5 Stock Alerts
How to get alerts for PS5 restock
While following these Twitter accounts is helpful, there’s a way to get even more benefit out of this method. And that’s to be immediately updated when these accounts tweet and share any new information. So, how do you get alerts on Twitter regarding PS5 stock?
Firstly, you need to follow an account sharing stock updates. Once you’ve done that, you can tap the bell icon (see the screenshot above) to receive notifications each time the account tweets. And that’s it. Now you’ll be alerted when new PS5 information has been shared.
PS5 Warning
Before you get stuck in, just a quick word of warning. PlayStation 5’s are still hard to find and purchase. You need to be quick if you want to secure one. So, if you see a new tweet regarding stock, don’t delay! The quicker you react to an alert, the better chance you have at being able to buy a PS5 before others do.
PlayStation 5 Restock Tracker
If you want an even better chance of getting a PS5, it’s well worth checking out websites providing a restock tracking service. Many of these websites provide up to state information about specific retailers, as well as links to relevant websites. You may also be able to set up alerts, so you’ll be notified when PS5’s are back in stock. Examples of these websites include:
- Stock Informer – US and UK
- Stock Checker
Sony Restocking PS5
Sony seem to be working hard to restock the PlayStation 5 as quickly as possible across the globe. Although the company is still grappling with the worldwide chip shortage, after effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, and aggressive online scalping. In response to the ongoing issues, Sony decided to extend production of the PS4 to the end of 2022. More recently, it was reported that the PS5 missed its sales target due to stock problems and manufacturing struggles. It remains to be seen how long it’ll take Sony to get on top of the problems.
Amazon PS5 Twitter
If you’re an Amazon Prime member, there’s a good chance you’ll be hoping to get your PS5 from there so you can ensure next day delivery. The good news is, Twitter accounts and online restock trackers always include Amazon. So you can rest assured you’ll be notified if any PS5 units are available on Amazon.
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