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GTA 6 Hype Sparks PS5 Pro Shortages in Japan — Sony's Fix Is a Gamer-Only Lottery
Key Takeaways
- GTA 6 anticipation has caused PlayStation 5 Pro shortages in Japan ahead of the game's November 19 release.
- Sony is addressing the shortage with a Sony Store lottery in Japan rather than standard retail restocking.
- Entry requires a Sony account showing at least 60 hours of confirmed PS4 or PS5 playtime between September 27, 2024 and September 27, 2026.
- Applications to purchase are open through October 7, winners are notified by October 26, and consoles ship in the first half of November.
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