Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 have been available since November 2020. However, although there is always a delay of a few years before the new generation consoles become considered the current one among gamers, this change in console generation is is further delayed by shortage.
The supply problem is due to a shortage of chips that is making it difficult to manufacture both next-gen consoles, and this shortage of chips for Xbox and PlayStation could last until 2024. In addition, this problem is exacerbated by resellers and accounts. of bots that will buy all consoles Playstation 5 Y xbox series x Available as soon as they are replenished. Legitimate buyers have to wait for luck with a timely replacement, or buy one from a reseller for an exorbitant price.
Now, a new ordering system by invitation of amazon it could put an end to buying products that are in short supply but in high demand by people who are legitimately interested. The program will kick off with the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X consoles as the first products where customers will be able to request an invite.
Requests do not mean that customers are guaranteed an invite when consoles are replenished, but these invites will only be given to legitimate buyers, while bot accounts and re-seller requests will be removed by amazon.
Receiving an invitation to purchase a console will act similar to having that product in an Amazon cart, with a time limit for customers to purchase the product before the invitation expires. As the program essentially works to separate resellers and bots from legitimate customers in the lead up to a replenishment, this could be a huge blow to resellers who have built businesses based on buying and reselling PS5 and Xbox consoles. new generation.
If this program is successful, it could become the new norm for online retailers to launch products that are expected to sell out quickly. There are currently no laws that prohibit the practice of buying and reselling video game consoles, although many fans consider it highly unethical.
However, attempts have been made in the UK to ban the practice of reselling consoles, fueled by growing concerns that, due to the prevalence of online shopping, reselling could spread to other goods and services.