We're In The Middle Of A PS5 Pro Shortage And GTA 6 Will Only Make It Worse
More power, improved visuals and no PC release are ramping demand.
Sony has a PS5 Pro problem. As fans clamor for the gaming console ahead of the long-awaited release of Grand Theft Auto 6, the Japanese company will likely struggle to meet global demand until at least 2027. According to an exclusive report by German gaming outlet Playfront, Sony has told distribution partners that "temporary market supply constraints and high demand" will continue to limit retailer's stock of consoles until next year.
First released in November 2024, the PS5 Pro arrived with an upgraded GPU, heightened graphics at 60 fps performance, advanced ray tracing, 2TB of memory and AI-driven upscaling to deliver sharper images. Despite being nearly two years old, however, supply constraints and soaring demand continue to push the console's cost into the stratosphere, with MSRP prices now $200 above its initial $699.99 asking price.
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