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GameStop refurbished PS5 Pros selling at $1,330
Refurbished PlayStation 5 Pro consoles are being sold at GameStop for $1,330 USD, significantly higher than the original retail price of $700. This markup is attributed to factors like component shortages and tariffs, with PlayStation itself having implemented price hikes earlier in 2026.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Shirts Given Away for Free at Tokyo Game Show Are Being Resold Online for Hundreds of Dollars
Grand Theft Auto 6 shirts, initially given away for free at Tokyo Game Show 2026, are now being resold online for hundreds of dollars. This situation highlights the demand for game-related merchandise and the emergence of a secondary market.
Sony clarifies PlayStation disc production is dropping by 10 percent in 2028, not to 10 percent
Sony has clarified that its PlayStation disc manufacturing output is expected to decrease by 10 percent in 2028, not decline to 10 percent of current levels, correcting earlier reports. This clarification comes as Sony plans to cease producing physical discs for new games from January 2028, though reorders will continue. Former SIE chairman Shawn Layden expressed concern over the shift from ownership to accessibility and its impact on brand value.
PlayStation users are treated like renters but charged like owners, say Mexican politicians amid complaint filed against…
Mexican politicians Iraís Reyes and Luis Donaldo Colosio have filed a complaint against Sony with the National Antitrust Commission, accusing PlayStation of treating users like renters while charging them like owners. The complaint stems from Sony's decision to end support for physical games by January 2028, which critics argue will create monopolistic conditions, eliminate the resale market, and give Sony excessive control over pricing and access.
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Sony's decision regarding PlayStation discs could impact a $7 billion resale market, while Xbox reportedly paid more than Stalker 2's development cost for exclusivity. An Xbox VP also departed after only three months.
People are putting their Steam Machine reservations on eBay, and one has already been sold with a $235 markup
Players are listing their Steam Machine reservation spots on eBay for markups, with some already sold at a profit. Despite Valve's efforts to prevent scalping through a queue system, individuals are selling email confirmations as proof of their place in line. One 512GB model with a controller sold for a $235 markup, while others are listed with significantly higher price increases.
GTA 6 Is Not Releasing With A Disc, And That Just Makes Sense In 2026
Grand Theft Auto 6 will not feature a traditional disc-based release, opting instead for a code-in-a-box physical version and digital distribution. Industry analysts suggest this move by Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive aims to prevent game resale and rentals, giving publishers more control over pricing and release windows. This decision aligns with a growing trend towards digital sales in the gaming industry, with analysts predicting no significant impact on the game's sales potential.
Grand Theft Auto 6 is the Latest Blow to the Physical Games and Resell Market
Grand Theft Auto 6's physical edition will not include a disc, instead featuring a download code, sparking debate about the decline of physical media and the resale market. This decision by Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive reflects the industry's shift towards digital sales, with PlayStation reporting 85% of its software sales as digital downloads. While some retailers are protesting this move, citing the value of physical ownership, the article suggests this is a business strategy to control pricing, prevent reselling, and potentially combat leaks.
The Steam Controller Is Already Being Scalped For Triple The Price
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out immediately upon release, leading to scalpers reselling the device for triple its retail price of $99 on platforms like eBay. Valve has acknowledged the high demand and is working to increase stock, but potential buyers are advised to act quickly to avoid inflated prices. The controller is designed for use with the entire Steam library across various platforms including PC, Steam Deck, and Steam Machine.
Valve's £85 Steam Controller sells out almost immediately, before popping up on resale sites like eBay for well over £100
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out within 30 minutes of its release, with prices on resale sites like eBay quickly exceeding £150 in the UK and $300 in the US. Separately, Focus Entertainment announced that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will receive a third year of post-launch support, including free updates and DLC content.
Steam Controllers sell out instantly, scalpers live in hope of a sale
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out instantly upon release, with many units immediately being resold on platforms like eBay for significantly inflated prices. The article discusses the practice of scalping, its legality, and its impact on consumers, while also touching on the perceived high price of the controller and its implications for the upcoming Steam Machine.
Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order ETBs and More Reach All-Time Lows on Resale Markets
Sealed products for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, specifically the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Boxes, are experiencing record-low prices on resale platforms such as TCGplayer and eBay. This indicates a significant drop in the market value for these items.