If you haven’t been able to land Sony’s next-gen console yet, both Sony and Walmart are currently offering another chance. Sony is back the sale of PlayStation 5 Horizon Forbidden West Bundle for $549.99while Walmart sells the same configuration for $549. If you’re unfamiliar with the pack, the apt-titled Horizon Forbidden West bundle comes with the disc-based PS5 and a digital code to download a copy of the excellent version from Guerrilla Games. Horizon Forbidden West. Best of all, unlike Sony’s recent restock events, you don’t have to enter an online queue to check out at either retailer – just log in with your PlayStation Network ID or Walmart credentials and checkout (seriously).
While we can’t guarantee you’ll be able to grab the console today, there are a few things you can do to maximize your chances. First of all, remember that when you buy a PS5 from Sony or Walmart, you need to log in with your PlayStation Network ID or Walmart credentials. So it’s wise to have your username and password handy, and remember that you can only buy one console per account, no matter which store you go with. Fortunately, this time around you don’t have to wait in a virtual queue to make your purchase, which was once the case with both retailers.
Enjoy your PS5 even more with these accessories and games
To help you pass the time while waiting, why not prepare for your new PS5 with some fun accessories and games? Here are a few we recommend:
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Sony’s proprietary wireless gaming headset is made to showcase the 3D audio effect of the PS5, and it also works on the PS4. This version matches the midnight black DualSense controller and PS5 console covers.
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Midnight Black DualSense Controller
The midnight black DualSense controller has the same hardware as the original – haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, etc – only with a two-tone design reminiscent of PS2, PS3 and PS4 consoles.
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PlayStation Plus (annual membership)
PlayStation Plus and PlayStation Now prepaid membership cards can still be redeemed for Sony’s three new tiers of the revised service: PlayStation Plus Essential, Extra and Premium. All of these subscriptions offer online play, with several downloadable games as part of the membership.
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Polyphony Digital’s latest in the long-running “Real Driving Simulator” series, Gran Turismo 7 is a feast of cars, with an expanded campaign mode and photo mode.
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The latest adventure from Insomniac Games in the Ratchet & Clank series is the funniest entry yet. It’s also the first to launch on PS5, and it’s a showcase for stunning graphics as well as fast loading speeds.
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A remake of the 2009 game Demon Souls by FromSoftware, rebuilt from the ground up by Bluepoint Games.
Update Sept 9, 1:48 PM ET: Adjusted pricing and added details regarding Walmart availability.
Correction Sept 8, 3:50 PM ET: An earlier version of this article claimed that you had to enter a virtual queue to buy the PlayStation 5 Horizon Forbidden West bundle. However, there is no virtual queue and bundles can be purchased directly from Sony. We regret the mistake.
