GameStop has announced additions to PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Nintendo Switch, all of which will be released tomorrow. At this point, when specifically this new stock of hardware will be released has not been disclosed and it does not look like it will change. In fact, the retailer doesn’t even mention to give customers a warning, but notes that he will simply notify customers via social media when the stock is live. Not only are details scarce as to when the stock will be released, but it’s unclear if everything will be released all at once. If so, be prepared for website problems.
Furthermore, it appears that stock will be limited to bundles. In other words, if you’re hoping to buy just the PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, or Nintendo Switch and just the hardware, this stock might not be for you.
What is also not disclosed is how much stock there is. The retailer notes that there will be a “limited number” of each piece of hardware, but here’s what it says every time.
❗Head up❗– A limited number of PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X | S AND Nintendo Switch console bundles will be available tomorrow at https://t.co/CYyCoH1dWE.
We’ll let you know when they’re live, but you may want to enable message notifications so you don’t miss out! pic.twitter.com/tC3dUBDbKl
– GameStop (@GameStop) January 20, 2021
Whatever happens, it’s safe to bet the stocks will disappear in minutes. This has not only been the case with every GameStop supplement, but with every supplement at every retailer. Not only is the demand for all of these products extremely high – especially for the PS5 – but scalpers and resellers are still poaching inventory with bots capable of placing thousands of orders in minutes. While it looks like the scalpers’ reign of terror is coming to an end, they are still ubiquitous on PS5 and Xbox Series X stock at this point. They shouldn’t be a problem with the Nintendo Switch, but this piece of hardware is also in high demand, which is why it’s been out of stock for weeks.
As noted, notable details are currently missing in the run-up to tomorrow’s replenishment. If GameStop provides more information, we will be sure to update the story. In the meantime, for more information on all things gaming, click here.