It is no secret by now that it has been exceptionally difficult for gamers to get hold of thePlayStation 5console. This is the unfortunate result of the currentchip shortagethat caused consoles to become more scarce which in turn caused scalpers to purchase and resell consoles at exorbitant rates due to low supply and high demand.
Those who already have an existing paid Verizon Wireless account, however, may just be lucky enough to snag aPlayStation 5console soon. This is due to the fact that the mobile phone carrier company stated that in the near future Verizon will be selling a limited quantity of PlayStation 5 consoles in select stores and on its online platform.
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The fact that only Verizon customers are able to buy the console through the company’s website may be beneficial in limiting scalping. This will be greatly appreciated by many gamers who have stillnot been able to get their hands on a PlayStation 5 consolesince it launched just over a year ago.
Sony is seemingly starting to become desperate to get its next-gen console into the hands of consumers. The company recently committed toflying out large quantities of PlayStation 5 consoles to the UKin time for the holiday season. The holiday season is generally the window in which consumers buy consoles and publishers release games meaning that it is crucial that there is adequate stock available for purchase.
Walmart restocked the PlayStation 5 on both November 1 and 2, however, these consoles were snapped up in nearly the blink of an eye. This means that any consumer looking to pick up a console will need to keep their eyes peeled and follow the social media accounts notifying these restocks so that they can get their hands on one before the army of bots and scalpers swoop in. The unfortunate reality this holiday season is that many gamers will still be left without PlayStation 5 consoles until the chip shortage is rectified so it will be best to keep expectations in check when embarking on your console hunt.
When asked as to why Verizon decided to begin stocking consoles, a company representative had this to say to PC Mag: “Verizon is further establishing itself as the go-to-source for all things gaming, including 5G and gigabit connectivity, the latest accessories, and the most popular consoles available today." Any Verizon customers wanting a PlayStation 5 should regularly check the company’s website once a date has been announced for the restock in order to avoid disappointment.
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