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GameStop Is Selling Used PS5 Pros for $1499, Likely Due To GTA 6 Release
Gadget Review • • technology
Key Points:
- GameStop is reportedly listing pre-owned PS5 Pro consoles at prices up to $1,499.99, significantly higher than Sony's official new MSRP of $899.99, creating a price gap of $500 to $600.
- The inflated used prices are likely driven by scarcity and high demand, with new PS5 Pro units out of stock at GameStop and resale prices on platforms like eBay exceeding $1,000.
- Despite the premium, used consoles come with typical drawbacks such as prior use, potential cosmetic wear, and possibly limited warranty coverage compared to new units.
- The anticipated release of GTA 6 is frequently cited as a demand driver, though no official link has been confirmed between the game and GameStop’s pricing strategy.
- If new PS5 Pro inventory becomes more available, the current high prices for used units may decrease to align more closely with Sony’s MSRP.
