By Richard Wakeling on November 24, 2020 at 7:03AM PST The UK Government has responded to a “scalping” petition vowing further action against the rogue resellers. Game UK Responds to PS5 Scalpers’ Claim! PA Images/Sony. By Dave Trumbore Published Feb 08, 2021. Following a report via Eurogamer, following the scalpers celebratory post going viral on Twitter, Game UK has issued a response. Share Share Tweet Email Comment. PS5 and Xbox Series X scalpers have drawn the attention of the UK government, and it may not end well for the reseller market. PS5 scalpers have spoken out to defend the actions of those who use bots to steal legitimate stock off customers, and resell them at an extortion price. PS5 scalpers "just try and help others" and "do a lot for charity" as UK politician calls for a scalping ban Apparently, some of the money made from PS5 scalping goes to charity. Lots of people were finally able to successfully secure a PS5 console. A scalping group claims it was able to order 2000 PS5 restock units from a single retailer while also stating that it's getting easier to do so. Argos PS5 stock pinched by greedy scalpers BEFORE it goes on sale leaving desperate gamers disappointed again Harry Pettit , Senior Digital Technology and Science Reporter 27 Jan 2021, 10:33 How to avoid PS5 and Xbox Series X scalpers As frustrating as it can be to find an PS5, Xbox Series X or Series S, we suggest you avoid buying a console from these scalpers or other resellers. Scalpers Snag Thousands Of PS5s At UK Launch Trying to find a PS5 has been made more difficult by organised scalper groups. Comment. UK politicians aim to take action against PS5 and Xbox Series X scalpers Ali Jones 12/15/2020. UK retailer Argos was aware of the PS5 scalper threat ahead of time but may have acted too late to stop it. With an uncanny amount of resellers offering Sony's and Microsoft’s next-gen systems for astronomical prices, UK politicians have now called for legislation … by : Emily Brown on : 19 Jan 2021 17:46. PS5 scalpers targeted as UK politicians call for new legislation Jim Hargreaves 18/12/20 1. 0. The UK Government has responded to a "scalping" petition vowing further action against the rogue resellers. The battle against the bots is far from over, and many of you will have still been left wanting when it comes to next-gen consoles. Acquiring a PS5 or Xbox Series X or S has been a frustrating and futile process for many gamers this year, with most retailers’ stock disappearing within minutes of being put on sale. Scalpers, ever the scum of the earth, found a loophole in UK retailer Argos' online store where they could access checkout URLs for the PS5 stock on the Argos website before they were made publicly available. PS5 Scalpers Brag It ‘Gets Easier Every Time’ After Buying 2,000 More Consoles . Raise your hand if … ORIGINAL: UK PS5 customers are in for a treat this week, ... Bots and scalpers buying and re-selling stock has been one of the biggest problems of the PlayStation 5 era so far. While the new PlayStation 5 Help section won't be of much use in this case, here are a collection of handy PS5 bot scripts, Web scrapers and inventory hunters if you're trying to snatch a PlayStation 5 from PS5 scalpers to put under the tree (or Festivus Pole) this year in time for the holidays! A crackdown on PS5 scalpers is coming – to the delight of gamers everywhere. A CRACKDOWN on PS5 scalpers is coming – to the delight of gamers everywhere. UK Scalper Group Boasts They Secured Another 2,000 PS5 Units By Tyler Lee, on 01/19/2021 15:47 PST. News PlayStation 5 PS5 scalpers Sony 3,500 PS5 Consoles Have Reportedly Been Claimed By UK Scalper Group . UK scalpers scooped up Argos PS5 stock before it even went on sale We may earn a commission if you click a deal and buy an item. The UK Government has responded to a “scalping” petition vowing further action against the rogue resellers. As such, today's planned stock was wiped out by these … Michael Harradence / November 24, 2020. PS5 scalpers in the UK manage to snag almost 3,500 units Digit NewsDesk Nov 24, 2020 The launch of the new generation of consoles has been, ermmm… less than ideal (to put it mildly). No more bots UK Parliament discussing motion to make 'scalping' of consoles like Xbox Series X|S and PS5 illegal It's still challenging to find one. But sadly, some scalpers used a loophole to seize a significant amount of them. 49% of its sales in the UK were on PS5, and it clocked in at 17% better than Hitman 2 during its predecessor's first week. A crackdown on PS5 scalpers is coming – to the delight of gamers everywhere. PS5 Scalpers on Notice in UK as Sony Prepares for Console Release in China. Share Share Tweet Email. Price hikes and stock woes could soon be a thing of the past thanks to potential new legislation in the UK parliament . No cuts, please: Some people get vaccines before their turn . 2000 PS5 Pre-Orders Taken By Scalpers From a Single Retailer, Group Claims. This is how we make money. A crackdown on PS5 scalpers is coming – to the delight of gamers everywhere. The success of the PS5 and the victory of customers over scalpers also benefitted Hitman 3 during its launch week. With PS5 UK stock sold out, scalpers look to make a profit Jim Hargreaves 20/11/20 9. The latest attempt to stop scalpers sees Currys adopt a lottery system which makes buying a PS5 a matter of pure luck. The UK Government has responded to a “scalping” petition vowing further action against the rogue resellers. A petition asking the Government to “prevent or deter” this practice has racked up over 17,000 signatures online. Good news for PS5 buyers as UK politicians propose a bot ban. The last PS5 restock for UK retailer Argos had mixed results. UK politicians suggest new law to stop PS5 and Xbox Series X scalpers. MORE : GAME site crashes as PS5 comes back into stock in the UK MORE : New PS5 GAME stock due Thursday claim rumours – as scalpers brag of 2,000 consoles MORE : PS5 … As Sony is trying to ramp up production of its PS5 console, it seems that scalpers are continuing to take advantage of the shortage in consoles, which we suppose was something that they had a hand in, at least in part. PS5 and Xbox Series X scalpers will certainly be getting a lump of coal in their stockings this year. PS5 scalpers have been at it again in the UK, this time targeting retailer Argos following its brief restock of Sony‘s latest console in the early hours of today.. GameCentral Wednesday 16 Dec 2020 1:51 pm. By Cody Gravelle Published Jan 19, 2021.