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Used PS5 Pro console prices rise by $500 at US retailer and the UK could be next
GameStop has significantly increased the price of used PlayStation 5 Pro consoles in the US, selling them for over $1,399, which is more than a new unit. This price hike is attributed to scarcity, potentially fueled by anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6. The article criticizes this move as anti-consumer and expresses concern it could spread to the UK market.
Star Fox Preorders are £41.99 at Amazon UK, Price-Matching the Digital Edition
Amazon UK is offering preorders for the physical edition of Star Fox on Nintendo Switch at a discounted price of £41.99, matching the cost of the digital version. This price reduction offers consumers a way to purchase the physical copy without the usual premium.
Former Nintendo of America boss cut off Amazon's supply of Wii and DS consoles due to "obscene" demands: "I wasn't going to do something illegal"
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé revealed that Nintendo stopped selling Wii and Nintendo DS consoles on Amazon due to the retailer's "obscene" demands for financial support to undercut Walmart. Fils-Aimé refused the illegal request, prioritizing legal business practices and relationships with other retailers. The companies later reconciled, with Amazon supporting the Nintendo Switch launch.
US: Reggie talks about the Amazon and Nintendo rift that happened
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime discussed a past dispute with Amazon US regarding retail pricing. Amazon requested significant financial support to offer prices lower than competitors like Walmart, which Fils-Aime refused, deeming it illegal and detrimental to Nintendo's relationships with other retailers. This led to Nintendo temporarily ceasing sales on Amazon US.
PS5 prices are still £90 cheaper at some UK retailers but you better be quick
Sony Interactive Entertainment has implemented a £90 price increase on all PlayStation 5 consoles in the UK, effective April 2. While PlayStation Direct has updated its prices, some retailers like Argos and Smyths are still selling consoles at the older, lower prices. EE.co.uk is currently offering the cheapest deals on the digital and standard editions.
US: Amazon raises Pokemon Pokopia physical price amid reports of stock constraints
Amazon has increased the price of Pokemon Pokopia to $80 in the United States due to reported stock constraints, with the game now sold out on the retailer's platform. Numerous other retailers across the US have also reported sell-outs of the boxed copies, which utilize a controversial Game-Key Card.
