High PS4 pre-orders might have seen day one stock of the Xbox One rival already sell out, but that doesn't mean you can't still secure your next-gen console ahead of launch.
Sony has confirmed that any PS4 pre-orders placed after August 6 will not be available on the console's day of release, but if you are still intent on snapping up the PS3 follow-on there are many offers still available to ensure you get the most for your money. Ahead of the ‘2013 holiday season’ PS4 release date, all manner of retailers are vying for your pre-order cash, meaning a good deal is just around the corner.
Making sure you are kept up to date on all the best and latest offers and PS4 prices, we will continue to update this article as new PS4 pre-order deals are made available and competition for your hard earned cash heightens as the console’s arrival nears.
Where can you buy the PS4? Read on to find out.
Toys R Us
Having offered the pest PS4 pre-order discounts to let you pinch the pennies, Toys R Us has now closed its early offering of the next-gen console.is offering PS4 pre-orders at a discounted price. Although requiring you to plump the full fee up front, the console was £10 cheaper at the toy store giant than its RRP. As such, Sony’s next-gen console set wannabe owners back just £339.99. Nice.
Since Sony's day one unavailability announcement, however, the retailer has closed its PS4 pre-orders stating simply "PS4 pre-orders sold out."
Offering a small glimmer of hope to those who have yet to secure their PS4 pre-order, the Toys R Us advanced order page is now letting wannabe owners to "Register to receive an email when available."
PS4 Pre-orders: Toys R Us
Amazon
Having previously scared us senseless by placing its PS4 price a penny shy of £600, online retailer giant Amazon is now offering PS4 pre-orders at the console’s E3 confirmed £349 price point. Although currently offering the console at its RRP, Amazon has promised those looking to secure the console ahead of launch, that it if lowers the price at any point, it will refund the difference.
“Order now and if the Amazon.co.uk price decreases between the time you place your order and the release date, you'll be charged the lowest price,” the company’s price guarantee statement reads.
Unlike some, however, pre-ordering the PS4 from Amazon will see you forced to fork out the full £349 up front, with no nominal reservation fees able to be paid off at a later date ahead of launch.
Not deterred by the lack of day one stock, Amazon has stated: "Please note--due to high demand, orders placed for this PlayStation 4 console from August 6 may be received after release date. We will ship orders as soon as we receive sufficient inventory."
If looking to buy the PS4 as a present, perhaps a Christmas gift, Amazon offers gift wrapping on its PS4 pre-orders, a potentially handy addition.
PS4 Pre-orders: Amazon
Game
Offering multiple PS4 pre-order options, high street retailer Game will let you secure a standalone PS4 console, or the next-gen device bundled with a couple of games. It has failed to acknowledge the lack of day one availability at present.
Although stating the PS4 price at the £349 RRP, Game only requires a £20 deposit for you to reserve your console ahead of launch. With the precise PS4 release date still up in the air, Game has listed the Xbox One rival alongside a “X-mas 2013” launch window.
Again only requiring a £20 deposit with the full balance to be paid ahead of launch, Game’s PS4 games bundle will see the PS3 follow-on hit your doorstep with a copy of Killzone Shadow Fall and Drive Club in tow. A finalised price for this game bundle has yet to be announced.
PS4 Pre-orders: Game
Zavvi
Undercutting its rivals, Zavvi is offering a marginally reduced PS4 price for those pre-ordering the console. And when we say marginal, we really do mean it.
Shaving a full five pence of the console’s price, Zavvi based PS4 pre-orders will see gamers pay ‘just’ £348.95. What’s more, unlike some retailers demanding full, upfront payment, the former high street presence has stated: “Payment will not be taken until dispatch.”
Again offing a price promise that could come in useful as competition between sellers increases and fees potentially tumble, Zavvi has revealed: “Order this product with us today and if we reduce the price between taking your order and the release date, we will charge you the lower price!”
Although still accepting PS4 pre-orders, the retailer now states on its website: "Orders place from 6th Aug may be received after release date."
PS4 Pre-orders: Zavvi
Asda
Suggesting that PS4 stock could be limited at launch and that pre-ordering might be the way to go, supermarket chain Asda is allowing customers to pre-order just one of Sony’s devices each. Again notifying customers about the lack of day one stock, the Asda pre-order site reads: "Orders placed on or after the 5th August are not guaranteed for Day 1 delivery."
Letting you secure the gaming and entertainment hub for just £20, the retailer will not pressure you into paying the full price until the console is ready to be shipped.
Offering a variety of pre-order opportunities, Asda has confirmed that eager gamers will be able to secure their PS4 either online or in store.
PS4 Pre-orders: Asda
ShopTo
The PS4 has topped the company’s pre-orders list repeatedly since its unveiling and ShopTo has no plans to halt its pre-orders even though day one stock might not be available.
A statement on the ShopTo PS4 pre-order pages now reads: “Please note that Sony have confirmed all PlayStation 4 pre-orders placed from August 6 will now not be guaranteed for launch. You can still pre-order PS4 with us in case we receive cancellations and can fulfil your order for launch.”
Another retailer to offer the PS4 with a microscopic discount, pre-ordering the console from ShopTo will save you a full two pence off the retail price. PS4 pre-orders through this online retailer will set you back £348.98. What's more, the company will let you change your mind at any time between ordering the next-gen Sony console and the device being shipped to your door. ShopTo has stated:“You will not be charged until the item is dispatched. You may cancel the pre-order any time before dispatch.”
PS4 Pre-orders: ShopTo
While a number of other retailers had previously offered PS4 pre-orders, many have now stopped accepting advanced purchases for the eagerly awaited console. While Sony itself is no longer accepting PS4 pre-orders, both Tesco Sainsbury's have also close their PS4 pages.
More to Follow: We will continue to update this post with all the latest PS4 pre-order deals as they emerge.
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