Sony warns fans across the world not to camp or queue outside shops for a PS5 Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Sony warns fans across the world not to camp or queue outside shops for a PS5 Console will be sold online only, globally. News by Wesley Yin-Poole Deputy Editorial Director Updated on 5 Nov 2020 54 comments Sony has announced all day-of launch PlayStation 5 sales will be online only, globally. It comes after Sony announced it will not sell the PS5 in stores in Japan. Sony took the decision due to the coronavirus pandemic. Watch on YouTube Eurogamer Next-Gen Newscast - Cyberpunk delay, console unboxing and power parity! "In the interest of keeping our gamers, retailers, and staff safe amidst COVID-19, today we are confirming that all day-of launch sales will be conducted through the online stores of our retail partners," Sony said in a blog post. "No units will be available in-store for purchase on launch day (November 12 or November 19, depending on your region) - please don't plan on camping out or lining up at your local retailer on launch day in hopes of finding a PS5 console for purchase. Be safe, stay home, and place your order online. "Gamers who have pre-ordered for pick-up at their local retailer should still be able to do so at their designated appointment time, under the retailer's safety protocols. Please confirm the details with your local retailer. "A special thank you to our entire community for your continued support this year. Here's to the next generation of gaming!" PS5 goes on sale on 12th November in Japan, and a week later in the UK. In England, shops will sell next-gen consoles even during the four-week lockdown via click-and-collect - but only to those who have an in-store pre-order. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 59 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 3 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 10 Latest Articles Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 59 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 3 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store