PS5 restocks could finally improve soon as Sony promises big production boost Tom's Guide Skip to main content Tom's Guide is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. PS5 restocks could finally improve soon as Sony promises big production boost By Tom Pritchard published 27 May 2022 Levels 'never achieved before' (Image credit: Tom's Guide) Despite everything, it's still pretty darn hard to get a PS5. Time, promises and restocks haven't really helped the situation, and picking one up is still as difficult as ever. But there's some hop on the horizon, with Sony promising to ramp up production to levels "never achieved before". In a briefing with investors (opens in new tab), Sony confirmed that one of its top priorities is getting ahead of PS5 demand - which means increasing production of new consoles. Sony also says that it expects to close the gap between PS4 and PS5 sales, after the latest console lagged behind the elder generation in 2021. Sony has blamed the PS5 shortage on supply chain issues, a problem that was exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The inability to get hold of chips and other components meant the company was limited in how many consoles it could physically produce. But with supply chain issues easing up, Sony hopes that this will translate to increased PS5 production. However, the company does have some concerns about the impact the Russian invasion of Ukraine might have on part availability. But to mitigate potential problems, Sony looks to be diversifying its supplier base "for greater agility in unstable market conditions". Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan believes that PS5 sales will be able to overtake the PS4 next year. He also confirmed that there are plans to heavily increase console production to new highs after the initial ramp-up. In short, buying a PS5 could be about to get even easier as Sony floods the market with consoles. And good thing, too, because the demand is insane. While it is slightly easier to grab a console in a PS5 restock, it still requires people to follow various trackers and be ready to buy as soon as stock appears. Sony has the figures to back up the insane PS5 demand too. Apparently, in its first fiscal year, it took 82 minutes to sell 80,000 PS5 consoles. Meanwhile it took nine days to sell the same number of PS4s during that console's first fiscal year. It's enough to make you wonder how well the PS5 would be selling if supply weren't as constrained as they have been. Here's just hoping we're on the verge of a tipping point, and PS5 availability will go through the roof. Then again, considering how many times console-makers have promised to get a handle on demand, to little success, I know I won't believe it until it happens. At the same meeting, Sony also outlined its plans for a stronger presence on PC and mobile platforms by 2025.Today's best Horizon Forbidden West dealsReduced Price (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$59.99 (opens in new tab)$39.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)Reduced Price (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$59.99 (opens in new tab)$49.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$59.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)Show More DealsWe check over 250 million products every day for the best prices Be In the Know Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Tom PritchardAutomotive EditorTom is the Tom's Guide's Automotive Editor, which means he can usually be found knee deep in stats the latest and best electric cars, or checking out some sort of driving gadget. It's long way from his days as editor of Gizmodo UK, when pretty much everything was on the table. He's usually found trying to squeeze another giant Lego set onto the shelf, draining very large cups of coffee, or complaining that Ikea won't let him buy the stuff he really needs online. See all comments (0) No comments yet Comment from the forums MOST READMOST SHARED1Today's Wordle answer and hints - solution #478, Monday, October 102Rick and Morty season 6 episode 6 release date and time - How to watch online right now, channel and more3House of the Dragon episode 8 release date and time - how to watch online right now4Amazon AU's Big Smile Sale sale is live: these are the best deals5Surface Pro 9 and Surface Laptop 5 specs leak right before Microsoft Surface event1Google Pixel Watch vs. Apple Watch Series 8: Which will be the better smartwatch?2iPhone 14 vs iPhone 11: Should you upgrade?3Today's Wordle answer and hints - solution #478, Monday, October 104Rick and Morty season 6 episode 6 release date and time - How to watch online right now, channel and more5House of the Dragon episode 8 release date and time - how to watch online right now