New report suggests retailers may run out of PS5 and Xbox stock 'around the launch of GTA 6' — 'Demand will likely outstrip supply during the year end period'

• GTA 6 demand could cause a surge in interest for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles
• A major retailer has told The Game Business that a shortage is expected due to ongoing hardware component availability
• It's said that “Demand will likely outstrip supply during the year-end period"

Retailers could run out of stock for PS5, Xbox Series X, and Series S consoles during the holiday season due to the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6.

That's according to The Game Business, which reports that a major games retailer has warned that a surge in interest for the consoles is expected later this year due to GTA 6. However, there will be a shortage due to ongoing issues surrounding hardware component availability.

"I spoke to a major retailer this week who informed me that they've been told there will be console stock shortages at the end...

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