Amid PlayStation 5 Pro shortages, Sony has implemented a lottery system in Japan to allocate consoles at MSRP. Eligible gamers must have accumulated 60 hours of playtime on a PS5 between September 27, 2024, and September 27, 2026. The playtime requirement aims to prioritize passionate players while DRAM shortages continue to impact stock.

Applicants must submit their entries by October 7, with selected buyers notified on October 26. Winners then have until November 2 to complete the purchase, or the spots return for a later drawing. Sony has partnered with Samsung, SK hynix, and Micron to secure DRAM supply ahead of the GTA VI release.

Being one of the most anticipated AAA titles of the year, GTA VI typically drives a surge in console purchases. This lottery system offers a unique solution for gamers upgrading from earlier PlayStation versions to experience the performance upgrades necessary for the highly anticipated Rockstar title.