The highly anticipated launch of the PS5 Pro by Sony has caused a major stir among gamers in the UK, with pre-orders for the console going live on 26th September. The launch includes a limited edition 30th-anniversary version of the console, which quickly sold out and led to scalpers listing it on eBay at exorbitant prices. Sony also unveiled the PS5 Slim and PlayStation Portal in a classic grey colour palette, along with throwback versions of controllers, all of which are currently out of stock.
After the frenzy surrounding the limited edition 30th-anniversary console, the regular PS5 Pro is now available for pre-order following a restock by PlayStation Direct over the weekend. Gamers keen on securing a PS5 Pro can now pre-order, with the console set to launch in-stores and begin shipping on 7th November. Those lucky enough to snag a PS5 Pro 30th anniversary edition bundle will receive their consoles on 21st November.
To celebrate PlayStation’s 30th anniversary, Sony launched a range of consoles and accessories featuring the iconic grey colour scheme and classic multi-coloured PlayStation logo. However, due to high demand, the products, including the PS5 Pro 30th anniversary edition bundle, have quickly sold out and are being resold at much higher prices on platforms like eBay.
For those who missed out on the limited-edition products, Sony has announced that select items will be restocked at a later date in the UK. Retailers are expected to open pre-orders for the PS5 Slim 30th anniversary edition console bundle and the DualSense 30th-anniversary edition controller on 10th October. Gamers are advised to keep an eye out for these restocks to secure their desired items.
The PS5 Pro boasts impressive specs and features, with Sony highlighting improvements such as a larger GPU, enhanced rendering power, improved ray tracing capabilities, and AI-driven upscaling for greater image clarity. The PS5 Pro also introduces features like Game Boost, which enhances performance for backward compatible PS4 games, and an Enhanced Image Quality feature to increase the resolution of PS4 games. Additionally, the console is equipped with a WiFi 7 chip for improved connectivity.
As the gaming community eagerly awaits the release of the PS5 Pro, anticipation continues to grow for what promises to be a groundbreaking addition to the world of gaming consoles. With pre-orders available and more stock updates expected, gamers are set to embark on an exciting new era of immersive gaming experiences with the PS5 Pro.