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The PS5 Pro is suddenly experiencing a wave of stock shortages, and a certain GTA 6 appears to be the culprit. PlayStation’s premium console turns two years old in November and was readily available at launch. However, with the Grand Theft Auto VI juggernaut on the horizon, gamers appear eager to upgrade their setup for the best possible experience.The sudden spike in demand for the PS5 Pro has seen major retailers sell out of stock, and even the PS5 Pro’s March price hike (from $699 to $899) seemingly isn’t deterring buyers. In fact, there are reports of resale sites listing the console for as much as $1,300. But don’t give in to the scalpers; here at Tom’s Guide, it's our mission to get you a PS5 Pro at a fair price.We’re experienced restock trackers, having covered everything from the original PS5 launch to the very popular PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection. So, if you want to upgrade to a PS5 Pro before GTA 6 launches on November 19, we’ve got the latest restock updates down below. Be sure to bookmark this article, as we’ll update you when PS5 Pro stock appears.
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PS5 Pro restock — latest updatesAs of 2:13 p.m. ET on Monday, August 31, the PS5 Pro is out of stock at major retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and more.We’re keeping a close watch out for any restocks, and will update you if the situation changes. And you should still check the links below, as stock could appear at any moment without warning. Maybe you'll get lucky!If you can’t wait for restocks to appear, Best Buy has limited inventory of “open-box” models, while GameStop offers pre-owned units. But open-box/pre-owned PS5 Pro availability varies by region at these retailers.PS5 Pro restock — Quick linksPS5 Pro: check stock @ AmazonPS5 Pro: check stock @ Best BuyPS5 Pro: check stock @ WalmartPS5 Pro: check stock @ TargetPS5 Pro: check stock @ GameStopPS5 Pro: check stock @ PlayStation Direct PS5 Pro restock — Full retailer listingsPS5 Pro restock — what you need to knowHow much does the PS5 Pro cost?
