GTA 6 Anticipation Fuels Global PlayStation 5 Shortage
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
A global shortage of PlayStation 5 consoles, including the PS5 Pro, is being driven by high demand for the upcoming GTA 6 game and ongoing supply chain issues. Sony expects PS5 Pro supply problems to last until 2027, with console prices increasing. The memory module crisis, linked to AI development, is also impacting availability.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro consoles are experiencing a global shortage, impacting Israel.
- Supply disruptions for the PS5 Pro are projected by Sony to last until 2027.
- Anticipation for the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) is a major driver of increased demand.
- The memory module crisis, linked to AI development, is further straining supply chains.
- The price of the PlayStation 5 console has reportedly increased from $700 to $900.
A worldwide shortage of PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro consoles, affecting Israel as well, has been ongoing for months. Major U.S. retailers have been out of stock of the PS5 Pro since September 19. Sony has informed distributors that supply disruptions for this model are expected to continue until 2027. The scarcity is attributed to a combination of supply chain issues and a surge in demand driven by anticipation for the upcoming game Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6). The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X/S. Further complicating supply chains is a global memory module crisis, exacerbated by increasing use in artificial intelligence applications. Consequently, the price of the PS5 console has reportedly risen from $700 to $900.
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