NEWS: Amazon UK - PS4 and Xbox One Pre-Orders May Not Arrive Until After Christmas

The Amazon UK retailer has said not all PS4 and Xbox One pre-orders will be delivered in time for Christmas.

Those who have pre-ordered either an Xbox One or PS4 console (or both) from mid-November can expect delays in their orders, and could very well not play the new consoles until after Christmas. The PS4 section of the website lists a number of pre-order conditions and the chances of the console getting to you:

● Customers who pre-ordered this console up to and including August 6 have been given an option to get a PS4 for release day.

● Customers who pre-ordered this console from August 7 up to and including November 13 will receive their consoles before Christmas.

● Customers who pre-order this console from November 14 will receive their consoles after Christmas.

● Customers who cancel existing pre-orders and place a new order will not get their console for release day.

The same applies for the Xbox One practically, although it states pre-orders from November 13 can be expected after Christmas, although this isn't set in stone - many pre-orders could still make it on launch day. The Xbox One section reads similar conditions as the PS4:

● Customers who pre-ordered this console up to and including August 6 have been given an option to get a PS4 for release day.

● Customers who pre-ordered this console from August 7 up to and including November 13 will receive their consoles before Christmas.

● Customers who pre-order this console from November 14 will receive their consoles after Christmas.

● Customers who cancel existing pre-orders and place a new order will not get their console for release day.

Did you pre-order from Amazon UK recently? Leave your comments below.

NEWS: GAME Hosts Xbox One Lock-Ins

Fancy previewing the Xbox One before it's official release? Check your local GAME as limited spaces are available.

Well-known gaming retailer GAME will be hosting a number of lock-ins throughout the UK, offering 70 places at each location - this will take place from October 14 to November 20, with each date being hosted at a different GAME establishment.

Microsoft are working with GAME to promote the console in the UK, offering attendees to experience the following games; Forza Motorsport 5, Dead Rising 3, RYSE, and Killer Instinct

GAME have said the following:

"We’re all counting down to the launch of Microsoft’s new Xbox One console on November 22nd, but, thanks to our newest Lock In, you may not have to wait that long to play it!

We’ve teamed up with Microsoft for a series of Lock Ins throughout October and November, with over 60 stores across the UK opening late to offer the gaming community the chance to get hands on with the Xbox One and games such as Forza Motorsport 5, Dead Rising 3, RYSE and Killer Instinct ahead of release!

We only have 70 places available in each store, so to reserve your place, register at your nearest participating store, either in person or by sending them a tweet. Spaces are limited and will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. The events are strictly for gamers aged 18 or over and ID will be required for entry."

A complete list of locations is available on the website including Glasgow, Derby, Sheffield, York, and plenty more. Is your hometown on the list - will you be attending? Comment below.