All articles tagged with #stock shortage
Demand for Mortal Shell II's PS5 Revered Edition has far outpaced supply, with preorders selling out across several retailers ahead of the August 20 release; replenishment is unlikely, though the base physical edition remains available without the collector's extras.
Valve has introduced a reservation system to reduce the “incredibly frustrating” stockouts of its Steam Controller. The reservation queue starts May 8 at 10am PT, saving your place in line for when stock returns. There’s no guaranteed restock date and replenishment varies by region. Limits include one controller per user, ineligibility for those who already bought a Steam Controller, and a three‑day (72-hour) window to purchase after receiving the order email. An account must be in good standing and have bought something on Steam before April 27, 2026. Reservations will be fulfilled first in the US and Canada, with the UK, Europe, and Australia following in subsequent weeks. Valve notes the controller is a solid upgrade with rechargeable power, more input options, and a refined touchpad.
Nintendo is sending 'Out of Stock' signs to US retailers for the upcoming Switch 2 launch, which is expected to be highly in demand globally. The signs help manage customer expectations and serve as a marketing tool by highlighting the product's popularity. The launch is set for June 5, with high anticipation and efforts to combat scalping and stock shortages worldwide.
AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU has launched to positive reviews but is facing significant stock shortages, with major retailers like Newegg and Best Buy sold out. The scarcity is global, affecting Europe as well, with UK retailers not expecting stock until late November or December. Scalpers are exploiting the situation, listing the CPU at inflated prices on eBay. The unexpected launch timing, just months after AMD's Zen 5 CPUs, has contributed to the high demand and limited availability.
Fans of the highly anticipated game Starfield have been left heartbroken as many of their pre-orders, including the Starfield Constellation Edition, have been unexpectedly cancelled. The cancellations, which have been ongoing for months, have left gamers frustrated and confused. It is speculated that the cancellations may be due to a lack of stock to meet the high demand. With the game's launch just a few weeks away, fans hope that the worst of these cancellations is now behind them.
Sony's PlayStation 5 has sold over 38 million units following its best year on the market, with 6.3 million units sold in the fourth quarter of financial year 2022-23. The increase in sales is likely due to the fact that PS5 consoles are now readily available as Sony Interactive Entertainment president Jim Ryan said in January that the stock shortage is essentially over.