GTA 6 Gameplay Sparks Upgrade Craze? PS5 Pro Now in Short Supply in Taiwan

Summary

Rockstar recently unveiled about 26 minutes of new GTA 6 gameplay footage, all running on a PS5. The impressive graphics, lighting, and NPC details have ignited discussions among gamers, prompting many players in Taiwan to consider upgrading to the more powerful PS5 Pro for a better experience once the game launches. At the same time, PS5 Pro supply in the Taiwanese market has tightened, with standalone consoles at the original price becoming hard to find on some e-commerce platforms. According to market information, after Sony adjusted PS5 series prices in May, the official suggested retail price of PS5 Pro is NT$27,478, but inventory of standalone units is shrinking. Instead, consumers are more likely to find bundles that include games, controllers, and other peripherals, often priced above NT$30,000. For instance, one retailer offers a PS5 Pro bundle with a game and an extra DualSense controller for about NT$34,000, while premium combos with console shells and limited-edition controllers reach around NT$36,700. This situation reminds veteran players of the PS5 launch period in late 2020, when global supply was tight and Taiwan also saw standalone consoles hard to buy, with expensive bundles pushed by some sellers. However, there is no conclusive data yet proving that the current shortage is directly caused by the GTA 6 gameplay reveal. Notably, PlayStation officially…