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PlayStation 5 Pro is becoming hard to find in stores across many markets. Shortages affect, among others, the United States and several European countries, and the situation appeared shortly after the Grand Theft Auto VI showcase. A 26-minute trailer showcasing the game impressed players, highlighting the capabilities of current-generation consoles. GTA VI is due to launch on 19 November exclusively on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. With the release approaching, demand for available consoles may also rise, especially as console prices have been increasing for some time.
PS5 Pro sold out in many countries
PlayStation 5 Pro is currently the most powerful console in Sony's lineup, so some players may see it as the best hardware for the upcoming GTA VI. Several outlets reported the PS5 Pro selling out in the United States. According to checks by FlatpanelsHD, a similar issue is occurring in many European countries. Shortages appeared after the presentation of Grand Theft Auto VI, which was released as a 26-minute video showcase. The showcase drew a lot of interest because of its visuals and the scale of the production. The footage was described as an impressive technical demonstration of what the current console generation can do. GTA VI is meant to show that current-generation hardware still has plenty of potential, even though the game will run capped at 30 frames per second. It's worth remembering that the footage was captured on the base PlayStation 5. That means GTA VI itself won't require the more powerful Pro model to run. Neither Sony nor Rockstar have so far announced any specific performance upgrades prepared especially for the PS5 Pro. So it's unclear how big the difference will be between the base PS5 and the Pro for the new game. For people considering buying a console specifically with GTA VI in mind, PS5 Pro availability may become increasingly important.
The standard PS5 is still available, but prices are rising
The standard PlayStation 5 is currently much easier to find than the Pro version. That could change as the release of GTA VI approaches, scheduled for 19 November. If demand for consoles surges, availability of the standard PS5 could also come under pressure. Console prices have been rising steadily since December 2025. Sony also announced an official price increase in April 2026. As a result, the run-up to Christmas could be tougher for anyone planning to buy a console. Further price increases and availability issues for certain models cannot be ruled out. GTA VI will not be released on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. It also won't be available on PC at launch. Supported platforms will include PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. The Xbox Series X has similar power to the standard PS5, so it should handle Rockstar's title without major problems. The Xbox Series S remains more of an unknown, as it is noticeably less powerful than the other consoles of the current generation.
PlayStation 5 Pro is currently sold out in many regions, which may be linked to growing interest in GTA VI. The standard PS5 is still relatively easy to find, though its prices are also rising. Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on 19 November for PS5 and Xbox Series consoles, with no version for older hardware or for PC at launch. Sony and Rockstar have not yet revealed whether the PS5 Pro version will offer significant improvements over the base model.
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