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GTA 6 Launch: Console Stock Shortage Looming
26 Jun
Summary
- Console shortages are expected due to GTA 6 release.
- Hardware component availability issues persist globally.
- Demand for consoles will likely exceed supply during holidays.
Console shortages for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Series S are predicted for the upcoming holiday season, coinciding with the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. A major games retailer has indicated that ongoing hardware component availability issues will lead to a situation where demand is expected to surpass supply.
This shortage is anticipated to impact the year-end period, a crucial time for console sales. The immense popularity of GTA 6 is expected to significantly increase interest in gaming consoles, potentially exacerbating the supply constraints already present.
While Sony has stated that necessary PS5 stock volumes have been secured for 2026, Xbox is reportedly facing existing supply challenges. Microsoft has acknowledged that demand for their consoles currently exceeds their production capacity, with severe limitations on how quickly they can meet this demand.
GTA 6 is scheduled to launch on November 19, 2026, with pre-loads beginning November 12. Standard editions will be priced at $79.99, and Ultimate Editions at $99.99. Earlier in 2026, Microsoft announced a price increase of $150 for the Xbox Series X and S consoles, effective August 1, 2026.
