Why are PS5 sales so low?

The console was released in November 2020, but was very difficult to obtain for most of its lifespan. A semiconductor chip shortage limited Sony's production of new PS5 consoles. Other supply chain issues prompted by the global coronavirus pandemic didn't help.

Is PS5 shortage getting better?

The PS5 Shortage will likely last through 2023 so long as the semiconductor shortage and scalpers continue to impact supply and availability. It will still be quite some time before you can walk into your local electronics store and walk out with a PS5 unscathed.

Will PS5 shortage ever end?

Two years after the console's launch, the global PlayStation 5 shortage is officially over. So said Jim Ryan, the president of Sony Interactive Entertainment, at the Consumer Electronics Show 2023 on Wednesday. “PS5 supply improved towards the end of last year,” Ryan said during a stage presentation in Las Vegas.

Why is the PS5 not popular?

Even if you did want to buy one, Sony can't manufacture the PS5 quickly enough to meet demand. Due to the ongoing global supply chain issues, including shortage of fundamental chips used in the production of the console, any PS5 stock is snapped up immediately—and probably by scalpers.

Why are stores not selling PS5?

The global shortage of a key manufacturing chip and nuisance caused by scalpers has made it difficult for Sony to meet the high demand for their flagship gaming console. Fortunately, the above stores have been experiencing frequent PS5 restocks.

Why is PS5 Actually So Hard to Find and Buy

Is a PS5 Pro coming?

Some rumours have suggested that the PS5 Pro will launch as early as June 2023. But given the stock issues of the original PS5, many are predicting a more conservative release date of late 2023.

How long will PS5 last?

Couple this with console generations typically lasting six-to-seven years on average, and that would be roughly half of the PS5's life gone with so much potential only hinted at.

Is PS5 a success?

As revealed in Sony's 2022 third-quarter financial results, the PS5 saw its best ever sales quarter with 7.1 million consoles sold during the three months ending December 31, 2022. That puts the console at 12.8 million sold during the 2022 financial year, and 32 million units shipped since launch.

Will PS5 be easier to get in 2023?

Tracking down a PS5 has been quite challenging thus far, but Sony claims the console will be more readily available at retail in 2023. Isabelle Tomatis, Sony Interactive Entertainment's vice president of hardware and peripherals, explained on the PlayStation Blog that PS5s should be easier to purchase now.

Are PS5 selling well?

PlayStation 5 is another massive success for Sony, selling over 32 million units by the end of 2022.

How many times will the PS5 restock?

The consoles are often sold as part of bundles. The retailer typically restocks the PS5 once a month, generally on a weekend.

How much does a PS5 cost in 2023?

Right now, we're seeing the best prices on bundle deals. That is, a console that comes with one game, for roughly around $559.99 for the disc console, or $459.99 for the digital console, with a AAA game (like God of War).

Will PS5 ever be more available?

Despite this, the tech industry is dealing with semiconductor shortages that have made manufacturing devices like the PS5 much more difficult, and some estimate this shortage will last well into 2023 (and possibly 2024). So just how available the console will be in the coming months remains to be seen.

Will the chip shortage end?

As COVID-era regulations begin to relax, some – but not all – industry insiders speculate that the chip shortage may come to an end in 2023.

Why PS5 will be better than Xbox?

The PS5's unique features create an added level of immersion. The Xbox Series X also fails to match some of the PS5's console-specific features. Sony's exclusives make special use of the PS5's DualSense controller, which has a built-in speaker and sensitive haptic feedback that's not available on Xbox.

How long will the PS5 last until the PS6?

In an interview with Game Informer (opens in new tab), Sony's Executive VP of Hardware Engineering Masayasu Ito confirmed that the PS5 life cycle is expected to last about six or seven years, meaning we won't see the PS6 until at least 2026.

How long is PS5 future proof?

The PS5 is more "future proof" because it won't be replaced until 2027 with the PS6, or perhaps a PS5 Pro in 2025. The laptop won't die, but it will be replaced by faster AND cheaper alternatives.

Why are PS5's still sold out 2023?

Since its launch, PS5 consoles have been incredibly hard to come by because of a global semiconductor chip shortage. Sony's made multiple statements about increasing its supplies over the years, but this one is the most optimistic yet.

Should you get PS5 now?

The main reason you should be buying a console is for the games. And many incredible PS5-exclusive games are coming to the console in 2023. Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and Stellar Blade are just a few examples of some of the amazing adventures that are coming to the system.

What is the failure rate of the PS5?

Roughly 1/1200 units.

Who is selling more Xbox or PS5?

With 32 million PS5 sales, current estimates put Xbox X/S sales at maybe around 20 million units.

What console has the longest lifespan?

Sega's Master System doesn't have the same recognition as its successor, Sega Genesis, but it has the distinction of being the longest-living system ever made. Its library lacks the company's trademark mascot, Sonic the Hedgehog, but the influential RPG franchise Phantasy Star got its start on Sega's premiere console.

Does Xbox or PS5 have better graphics?

In terms of their initial graphics capabilities, both are ably matched with similar features. Each console is capable of up to 4K (2160p) resolutions at 60 frames per second. They can also output 120fps, which is an option on some games, but only at up to 1440p in both cases.

What's next after PS5?

Now it is rumoured to be planning similar with the PS5. Speculation abounds that a PlayStation 5 Pro is in the works, possibly for release in 2023.

Is a PS5 Slim coming out?

If Sony follows the same timetable, we could see a PS5 Slim and/or PS5 Pro in late 2023. And, to be completist, the 2004 PS2 Slim followed the 2000 PlayStation 2 and the 2000 PSOne followed the 1994/5 original PlayStation.