First direct comparison of PS5 and Xbox Series X says ... it’s close! Seeing as the Xbox Series X and S launch today, it’s going to be quite the ordeal for customers who haven’t pre-ordered the console ahead of time to actually secure one for themselves. That’s 11 AM CST, 10 AM MST, and 9 AM PST depending on where readers live in North America. The Xbox Series X’s launch lineup is impressive and the hardware looks incredibly solid, so players going with Microsoft are surely in for a good time. ET). The next-generation of home consoles is essentially here and consumers are scrambling trying to get their hands on the PS5 and Xbox Series X. You can reach him on Twitter at @P_Trah. He was the first to get a PS4, too. You can finally pre-order the new Xbox Series X—but they will sell out fast. Though much of the news has focused on PS5’s pre-order fiasco as of late, the Xbox Series X consoles are just as chaotic. Mark Heim is a reporter for The Alabama Media Group. The price is attractive, but offers only 512GB storage, which, if you are a heavy gamer, might not be enough storage space for you. Camping a website may not be a very fun experience, but it’s the most sure-fire way to make sure readers get a console on launch day. The big-box retailer is currently saying that both models of the PS5 — standard and Digital Edition — will be on sale at 12, 3, 6, or 9 p.m. EST on Nov. 12, the console’s release date in North America and Japan. You can pre-order Microsoft's new Xbox Series X at Amazon, Walmart, Target and more—if you hurry. For $25 per month over two years, you’ll get a console and a subscription to Game Pass Ultimate for the duration. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your California Privacy Rights (each updated 1/1/20). Both are available to preorder Tuesday, Sept. 22, starting at 10 a.m. (11 a.m. All of the next-gen consoles have been difficult to secure since since Sony and Microsoft kicked off pre-orders in mid-September. In addition to the controllers, Target offers Xbox Rechargeable Battery + USB-C Cable. The go-to source for comic book and superhero movie fans. It involves a lot of luck and a healthy amount of dedication and patience. Follow him on Twitter @Mark_Heim. Four sales windows for PS5, Xbox Series X available at noon. In fact, Walmart is doing just that and has given consumers a heads up on when they can try and order an Xbox Series X or S online today. Likewise, the Xbox Series X and digital-only Series S will both be available for purchase on Nov. 10. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Walmart taking PS5, Xbox Series X online orders at launch. The start of a new generation is almost here! How to transfer your Pokémon from Pokémon Go to Home, Fortnite players can get free Disney Plus, YouTube Premium subscribers can now get a free Google Stadia bundle, Dead by Daylight’s new killer, the Twins, now has lore and abilities, Spider-Man: Miles Morals guide: How to get a 100X combo, Spider-Man: Miles Morales Sound Samples guide, Spider-Man: Miles Morales all postcard locations guide, Spider-Man: Miles Morales guide: Competitive Spirit Trophy, Spider-Man: Miles Morales guide: How to unlock all the Spider suits. Ordering next-generation consoles on launch day is a tricky game. Unfortunately, it seems like this will be a first come first serve situation instead of ordering and picking up a console by appointment as other retailers like Best Buy did ahead of launch day. Thankfully, there are still some storefronts giving consumers the option to buy the remaining in-store stock on launch day. Major retailers quickly sold out of their stock on a messy first day of PS5 sales, drawing an apology from Sony; the situation on the Xbox side wasn’t much better, even though Microsoft had done a better job preparing customers for pre-order timing. When you preorder the console, Best Buy is offering a $10 savings on an extra black or white controller, a $15 on Game Pass Ultimate and a $25 savings on both, whether you buy them separately or in a package with the Collectible Card.