PS5 Pro Pre-Orders Could Start Soon as Rumors Heat Up

The PS5 Pro hasn’t been officially confirmed by Sony yet, but that hasn’t stopped the online buzz about PS5 Pro pre-orders from taking over the conversation. This is hardly surprising, considering how challenging it was to purchase a PS5 during its first two years on the market, requiring a mix of strategy, timing, and a lot of luck.

Assuming the rumors hold water (and it’s crucial to remember that, for now, everything about the PS5 Pro is speculative), Sony is reportedly planning to release its upgraded PS5 model later this year. There’s a good chance that many gamers might find themselves scrambling for PS5 Pro restocks during the holiday season after the initial stock sells out in minutes. Naturally, those who are most eager are looking to get ahead of the rush.

PS5 Pro Pre-Orders May Go Live as Early as Next Month

Enter Matt Swider from The Shortcut, who turned his X account into one of the most reliable stock-tracking hubs online. Swider has become an authority on stock drops and pre-orders, and he recently shared his thoughts on when PS5 Pro pre-orders might start.

“PS5 Pro pre-orders may start as early as next month,” Swider stated in a recent article on The Shortcut. He bases this prediction on Sony’s historical patterns, noting that both the original PS5 and the PS4 Pro became available for pre-order in September 2020 and 2016, respectively, with both models launching in November.

The PS5 Pro is widely rumored for a September release, with some insiders pointing to Sony’s expected appearance at the Tokyo Game Show later this month as a strong indicator of a major announcement. If the rumors are accurate, Sony might be following a familiar pattern: a September pre-order window followed by a global release in November. This could mean that PS5 Pro pre-orders are just weeks away.

There’s logic to Swider’s speculation, but it’s vital to note that this is still all conjecture. Sony has not officially announced the PS5 Pro, so the console might never see the light of day (remember how persistent the Nintendo Switch Pro rumors were, only for the device never to materialize?). Even if Sony does confirm the PS5 Pro, pre-orders may not go live in September.

For now, it’s wise to approach any PS5 Pro news with a degree of skepticism. However, if you’re interested in exploring the speculation further, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide on all the PS5 Pro rumors and leaks so far, including potential specs and the most anticipated upgrades.