Sony Computer Entertainment Ireland (SCE Ireland) has this morning confirmed the expected shipment this weekend of PlayStation 2 consoles to retailers based in Ireland, with further one anticipated next week.
The shortage of the redesigned PS2 slimmer, dubbed the “PStwo”, which has been described as global, wasn’t expected. Although an Xbox shortage is also being reported, it is so-far confined to the United States.
SCEE has even gone to the extent of hiring “several Russian Antanov cargo planes” to meet the shipment; however, the situation is described as ‘not ideal’, 100% of retailers will get some amount, but it is not expected to meet demand.
The ‘PStwo’ with a built-in broadband adapter retails at 150 euro.
“While the Suez Canal situation didn’t help, it has not been the main issue. Demand has been unprecedented due to the re-styling of the console, with a large proportion of existing owners purchasing the new model” explained Niall O’Hanrahan, MD of Sony Computer Entertainment Ireland.
“We’re pulling out all the stops to ensure that every single one of our retailers will receive some supply before Christmas. We would advise any customer looking to source a PlayStation 2 before Christmas to maintain regular contact with their local retailer”
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