PlayStation boss Jim Ryan explains that the PS5 is truly sold out. However, efforts are being made to set up further allocations for before and after Christmas.
What does Jim Ryan say? In an interview with the Russian agency TASS, the PlayStation chief commented on the launch of the PS5 console and the sales from the first launch week.
Everything is sold. Absolutely everything. […] I spent much of last year trying to ensure that we generate strong demand for the product [the PS5]. And now I am spending even more of my time trying to increase supply to meet that demand.
Jim Ryan to TASS
The interview took place on November 19, when there was a third pre-order wave in Germany. Ryan is likely referring to Sony’s own stock, which is currently completely exhausted, even though some retailers might still have individual consoles available (perhaps due to cancellations).
Ryan also stated that the current COVID-19 pandemic likely did not have a significant impact on the total number of PS5 consoles produced.
We might have had a few more for sale, but not very many. The people in production/manufacturing have performed real miracles.
Jim Ryan to TASS
PS5 Supply: What happens next with orders?
This is the situation: Even after the turbulent third pre-order wave that occurred on November 19, many fans had to go empty-handed. The rush on online stores was so great that even Amazon briefly went down. Euronics and Medimax had to keep customers waiting for several hours.
However, despite all major retailers reporting a total sell-out of the PS5, people continue to search for consoles. On eBay, this led to a rise in prices for the consoles offered there.
When will PS5 be available for order again? When exactly PS5 consoles will be available again from wholesalers is currently unknown. However, Jim Ryan said in an interview with the BBC that Sony “is working hard to bring larger shipments of consoles before and after Christmas to market.“
So if you really want to grab a PS5, keep your eyes peeled. Although the console is sold out, according to Ryan, more stock should be coming.
Not all stores are reliable: In recent days, we have repeatedly received hints in comments and via email about shops that supposedly still had PS5 in stock.
If you find such an online shop, take a close look at it. In many cases, these are fakes designed to lure customers with the sought-after console. It is best to inform yourself in advance at the consumer center or check the list of fake shops on Watchlist-Internet.at. Due to the upcoming Black Friday, there are currently many new ones.
While many people are eager to get a console and are unable to do so, others are destroying their PS5 for show.
