Sony implements a lottery system to deal with the PS5 Pro shortage in Japan

Sony has introduced a strict lottery system in Japan to manage the high demand and limited supply of the newly announced PlayStation 5 Pro. To participate in the drawing, prospective buyers must meet specific eligibility criteria, including having a PlayStation Network account that has been active for a significant period. This requirement is designed to ensure that the consoles are purchased by genuine gamers rather than scalpers or automated bots looking to resell the hardware at inflated prices. The PS5 Pro, which features enhanced graphical capabilities and improved ray tracing, has seen intense interest since its unveiling. By implementing this verification process, Sony aims to curb the secondary market issues that plagued the original PS5 launch. Interested customers must link their Japanese PSN accounts to their Sony Store accounts to enter the lottery, with winners being notified via email to complete their purchase.