‘GTA 6’ Hype is Sending PS5 Pro Prices Through the Roof
Grand Theft Auto 6 received its first substantial gameplay reveal this weekend, with Rockstar Games unveiling a 26-minute extended look that has sent shockwaves through the gaming community. The footage showcased protagonists Jason and Lucia’s adventures in Vice City, featuring impressive technical achievements including destructible environments, detailed character animations, dynamic reflections, and sprawling wildlife systems.
The gameplay footage was captured on PS5 hardware, and the excitement has immediately translated into unexpected demand in the console market. The PS5 Pro, the premium iteration of Sony’s current-generation console on which GTA 6 was demonstrated, has become significantly harder to find at standard retail prices across the United States.
Major retailers are reporting stock depletion, with third-party sellers taking advantage of the surge in demand by inflating prices. The PS5 Pro shortage appears to be driven entirely by anticipation for GTA 6’s launch, as consumers rush to secure hardware capable of running what is shaping up to be one of the most graphically demanding titles available.