The 'GTA 6' Effect: PS5 Pro Is Currently Sold Out At Many Retailers

PS5 Pro stock is reportedly gone or nearly gone at many retailers as excitement around GTA 6 boosts demand. Coverage points to Netflix’s extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6 helping spark preorders, including claims that 90% of orders are for the $100 Ultimate Edition. The rush is occurring alongside broader pricing pressure often described as part of the “RAMpocalypse,” which has pushed up costs for consoles and gaming PCs. The timing is notable because it comes during the #PSBlackout protest against Sony’s plan to end physical game discs starting in 2028, but the PS5 Pro sellout suggests the boycott may not be changing buying behavior for everyone.