PS5 Pro Stock Vanishes After GTA 6 Reveal, With Third-Party Sellers Charging Up to $1,300

PS5 Pro consoles have become difficult to find after the GTA 6 Netflix reveal. Most major US retailers are out of stock, and third-party sellers are listing the console for as much as $1,300.

PlayStation Direct still had the PS5 Pro available at its $899 list price at the time of writing, but it was the only major retailer with stock. GTA 6 is confirmed to feature PS5 Pro enhancements, though the specifics are not yet known.

PS5 Pro Stock Shortage and GTA 6 Demand

At the time of writing, PlayStation Direct was the only major US retailer with PS5 Pro stock at $899. Availability could change quickly.

Amazon and Walmart both listed the PS5 Pro, but only through third-party sellers at prices around $1,299. Best Buy and Target were out of stock. It is unclear if buyers are paying these higher prices, though recent eBay sales show new consoles selling for up to $1,200.

The increased demand to interest in GTA 6 came after the recent reveal. Some players seem willing to pay a premium for the best experience with Rockstar's upcoming game.

GTA 6 will include PS5 Pro enhancements, though details have not been announced. The game appeared visually strong on the base PS5 during the extended look.It is unlikely to reach 60fps even on the Pro model.

PS5 Pro Buying Advice and Restock Outlook

For anyone weighing a PS5 Pro purchase amid the shortage:

1. Check PlayStation Direct first, as it was the only major US retailer offering the PS5 Pro at the $899 list price.
2. Avoid paying third-party markups of $1,200 to $1,300, which are significantly above the official price.
3. Consider waiting, it is expected that Sony will restock retailers before GTA 6's release in November.

PS5 Pro stock was mostly unavailable at major US retailers after the GTA 6 reveal, with PlayStation Direct as the main exception at $899.

Sony should restock the console before GTA 6's November 19 launch, though no timeline has been confirmed. Rockstar has not provided details on the specific PS5 Pro enhancements for GTA 6.

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