You can still get the PlayStation 5 bundle from Sony and Walmart without standing in line

If you haven’t been able to access Sony’s next-generation console yet, both Sony and Walmart are currently offering another opportunity. Sony again sell PlayStation 5 Horizon Forbidden West Bundle for $549.99While Walmart sells the same configuration for $549. If you’re not familiar with the bundle, the aptly titled Horizon Forbidden West bundle comes with the disc-based PS5 as well as a digital code to download a copy of the excellent Guerrilla Games. Forbidden horizon west. Best of all, unlike Sony’s recent restocking events, you don’t need to enter an online queue to check out any retailer – just sign in with your PlayStation Network ID or Walmart credentials and check (seriously).

While we obviously can’t guarantee that you’ll be able to grab a console today, there are a few things you can do to increase your chances. First, remember that when you buy a PS5 from Sony or Walmart, you’ll need to sign in with your PlayStation Network ID or Walmart credentials. It’s wise then to have your username and password ready, and remember that you can also only buy one console per account, no matter which retailer you’re with. Fortunately, this time around, you don’t have to wait in a virtual queue to make your purchase, which was previously the case at both retailers.

Enjoy your PS5 even more with these accessories and games

To help you pass the time while you wait, why not start preparing for your new PS5 with some fun accessories and games? Here are a few we recommend:

DualSense midnight controller

The midnight black DualSense controller has the same hardware as the originals – haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, etc. – only with a two-tone design reminiscent of the PS2, PS3, and PS4 consoles.

PlayStation Plus (Annual Membership)

PlayStation Plus and PlayStation Now prepaid membership cards can still be redeemed towards the three new levels of Sony’s new service: PlayStation Plus Essential, Extra and Premium. All of these subscriptions offer online playability, with varying degrees of downloadable games included as part of the membership.

Gran Turismo 7

Polyphony Digital’s latest in the long-running “Real Driving Simulator” series, Gran Turismo 7 It is a celebration of cars, with a comprehensive campaign mode and photo mode.

Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart

Insomniac Games’ latest adventure in Questions and clatter The series is the most enjoyable entry yet. It’s also the first to launch on PS5, and it’s a showcase for stunning graphics and fast loading speeds.

Devil’s Souls (2020)

New version of the game 2009 demon souls Powered by FromSoftware, Rebuilt from the ground up by Bluepoint Games.

Update September 9, 1:48 PM ET: Adjusted prices and added details regarding Walmart availability.

Correction on September 8 at 3:50 PM ET: An earlier version of this article claimed that you had to enter a virtual queue in order to purchase a PlayStation 5 Forbidden horizon west Package. However, there is no virtual queue, and packages can be purchased from Sony directly. We are sorry for the error.