Scalpers Capitalize on PS5 Pro - 30th Anniversary Edition Sell-Out as Demand Skyrockets

The recent launch of the PS5 Pro - 30th Anniversary Edition has sparked intense interest, leading to an immediate sell-out. This situation has opened the door for scalpers, who are now capitalizing on the demand by listing the console for exorbitant prices. Following Sony's announcement of this special edition to commemorate PlayStation's 30-year legacy, preorders for the limited 12,300 units began in various regions, including the UK.

Anticipated to be a hot item, the consoles vanished almost instantaneously from shelves, as predicted. In the wake of this rush, scalpers are attempting to profit from those unfortunate enough to have missed securing a unit. At PlayStation Direct UK, the retail price for the 2TB PS5 Pro - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle sat at £959.99. However, individuals looking to resell are asking around ten times this amount on secondary markets. Reports suggest that listings on platforms like eBay have prices soaring as high as £10,000, while others are marketed between £4,000 and £5,000. Notably, scalpers do not currently possess the console; since the special edition is not set to ship until November 21, 2024, they are, for now, merely selling confirmation of their preorder.

Moreover, counter listings have emerged on eBay, urging potential buyers to steer clear of scalpers due to the significant price inflation. Given the limited availability of the PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Edition, there are no remaining units for sale on the PlayStation Direct UK site, which indicates that stock has entirely sold out. For those intent on acquiring a console elsewhere or hoping to pre-order a PS5 Pro, a preorder guide is available for reference.