PS5 Pro Sells Out at $900 Despite Fan Blackout Protest
A reported PlayStation hardware blackout protest isn't stopping the PS5 Pro from flying off shelves. According to Push Square, the $900 console is selling out at major US retailers, driven by high demand for the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI.
Despite a fan-led campaign urging gamers to keep their consoles unplugged indefinitely, stock at stores like Best Buy and Target is reportedly gone. Third-party sellers on Amazon are now listing the system for prices as high as $1,300.
The only place to reportedly find a new unit without a markup is through Sony's own PS Direct store. The outlet notes the console's appeal is tied to GTA VI, which tech experts have called a landmark in real-time rendering and is said to 'play best' on PlayStation hardware.
The article suggests the intense demand is making a mockery of the ongoing protest, with some commenters dismissing the blackout as performative and unlikely to impact Sony's business.
