You can still get a PlayStation 5 bundle from Sony and Walmart without queuing

If you haven’t been able to land Sony’s next-gen console yet, Sony and Walmart are currently offering another chance. Sony is selling the PlayStation 5 Horizon Forbidden West Bundle for $549.99, while Walmart is selling the same setup for $549. If you’re unfamiliar with the package, the apt-titled Horizon Forbidden West bundle comes with the PS5 on disc along with a digital code to download a copy of Guerrilla Games’ excellent game. Forbidden Horizon West. Better yet, unlike recent Sony restock events, you don’t need to enter an online queue to check out at either retailer – just sign in with your PlayStation ID. Network or your Walmart credentials and verify (seriously).

While we obviously can’t guarantee you’ll be able to nab the console today, there are a few things you can do to maximize your chances. First, remember that when buying a PS5 from Sony or Walmart, you’ll need to sign in with your PlayStation Network ID or Walmart credentials. So it’s wise to have your username and password ready, and keep in mind that you can also only purchase one console per account, regardless of which retailer you go with. Luckily, this time around, you don’t have to wait in a virtual queue to make your purchase, which was once the case at both retailers.

Enjoy your PS5 even more with these accessories and games

To help pass the time in the meantime, why not start prepping your new PS5 with some fun games and accessories? Here are a few we recommend:

Sony Pulse 3D headphones (black)

Sony’s wireless gaming headset is designed to showcase the 3D audio effect of PS5 and also works on PS4. This version matches the Midnight Black DualSense controller and PS5 console covers.

Midnight Black DualSense Controller

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

PlayStation Plus (annual subscription)

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

Grand Touring 7

The latest in Polyphony Digital’s long-running “Real Driving Simulator” series, Grand Touring 7 is a celebration of cars, with an expanded campaign mode and photo mode.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Insomniac Games’ latest adventure into the Ratchet & Clank The series is the funnest entry yet. It’s also the first to launch on PS5, and it’s both a showcase for stunning graphics and fast loading speeds.

Demon’s Souls (2020)

A remake of the 2009 game Demon’s Souls by FromSoftware, rebuilt from scratch by Bluepoint Games.

Update for September 9 at 1:48 p.m. ET: Adjusted prices and additional details regarding availability from Walmart.

Correction on September 8, 3:50 p.m. ET: An earlier version of this article claimed you had to enter a virtual queue to buy the PlayStation 5 Forbidden Horizon West pack. However, there is no virtual queue and bundles can be purchased directly from Sony. We regret the error.