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Can we agree that these consoles launches have been a total disaster?
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While I'm very glad I managed to grab a launch-day system at Target, it's kinda BS that folks that pre-ordered are still waiting for theirs.
There should be a poll on this.
From my perspective, the only issue surrounding this launch has been availability - and that's something that all hardware launches suffer with. Really, I think the launch has been very smooth - ridiculously so, considering the worldwide conditions that we find ourselves in.
From my perspective, the only issue surrounding this launch has been availability - and that's something that all hardware launches suffer with. Really, I think the launch has been very smooth - ridiculously so, considering the worldwide conditions that we find ourselves in.
Neither console has any major weaknesses.
Both seem to have the closest level of power we've ever seen.
There doesn't seem to be any red ring of death type issues showing up at all yet.
They launched during the worst pandemic in a generation.
So nah, they did very well.
Both seem to have the closest level of power we've ever seen.
There doesn't seem to be any red ring of death type issues showing up at all yet.
They launched during the worst pandemic in a generation.
So nah, they did very well.
Haha yes, I'm an honorary European! Wouldn't have hurt so much if it was expected though :p
Are you aware that we are facing a pandemic and several global supply chains are problematic along with big concerns of retailers not to create assemblies of people in their stores?
Some people sometime seem to be living in a parallel world where everything is normal and quiet.
To me it's already fantastic that next gen is launching on time, a few delays or distribution problems at launch is a really minor problem. We should just relax and take it easier
I'd say there's at least faith that these consoles are getting out to people. Lots of people on here have them. Instagram and Reddit are packed with photos from regular customers who have them. There's been photos from stores and warehouses packed with photos of the systems ready for customers.
Compared to the Nvidia GPU launches.. Sony and Microsoft have done well.
Compared to the Nvidia GPU launches.. Sony and Microsoft have done well.
I'm heart broken.
I pre-ordered it, but then the guy who was selling it said he only received a few units and I went into the waiting list for next year. I'm tempted to pay for a scalped one because money isnt an issue for me. But I wont obviously. I'm just sad.
I pre-ordered it, but then the guy who was selling it said he only received a few units and I went into the waiting list for next year. I'm tempted to pay for a scalped one because money isnt an issue for me. But I wont obviously. I'm just sad.
The consoles themselves seem to have launched without a hitch. All the features work as expected, people are happy, etc. Sure there are supply issues, and I am still trying to secure either one, but I expected that.
Total disaster? No OP you couldn't be more wrong.
I'm amazed how well Sony and Microsoft have launched these consoles considering we are in the middle of global pandemic. Teams are working from home and shipping supplies have been hit hard.
Don't be so dramatic.
I'm amazed how well Sony and Microsoft have launched these consoles considering we are in the middle of global pandemic. Teams are working from home and shipping supplies have been hit hard.
Don't be so dramatic.
This entire thread premise is hilarious. It's a complaint about console shipping and manufacturing with a complete lack of awareness regarding the pandemic, everything surrounding the election, an under-funded USPS, to OP asking "Who planned this shit?" from a person who's username has the word "Virus" in it. I'm genuinely surprised the OP hasn't asked for the thread to be locked out of sheer embarrassment.
Looking back I'm just glad I didnt listen to some of y'all on here talking about Sony would never do preorders after their september show. I remember getting my CC info ready on all the sites while the show was going on just in case. This place burned and cursed walmart for taking orders after the show, and cursed amazon for joining the party late. Crazy times, but that's 2020 for you. Both consoles have been pretty great so far! :)
Every console launch is a disaster because there's never enough stock and hardware launch problems, and that's without COVID making things worse.
This is kinda reminiscent of PS2. It's not so bad.
Now Wii...you couldn't find a Wii on a store shelf half a year after launch - insane price gouging via bundles at Game Stop and even rogue Target stores made it hard to get MSRP even at retail.
Now Wii...you couldn't find a Wii on a store shelf half a year after launch - insane price gouging via bundles at Game Stop and even rogue Target stores made it hard to get MSRP even at retail.
I'd disagree.
PlayStation has great launch games, looks to have a great first year, the new UI is great and mine is arriving on launch day. I couldn't be happier with the PS5 barring a few missing OS features.
PlayStation has great launch games, looks to have a great first year, the new UI is great and mine is arriving on launch day. I couldn't be happier with the PS5 barring a few missing OS features.
You don't have to pay anything in advance here, so preordering just in case is often a wise choice, especially now. You can cancel it any time, without any costs, so it's a win-win situation for the customer.
Some of it could have been handled better, the pre-orders from both companies were a disaster. But considering the circumstances of this year I'm willing to give them a pass and even congratulate them on getting them out. Myself being one of those who was unable to get a pre-order.
Retail has been a total disaster - I really hope they can develop better ways to mitigate bots at least to give more people a fighting chance.
The consoles themselves seem solid, ps5 have a great launch lineup. MS seem to have dropped the ball on launch software (yes halo was delayed but they should have had more in prep) but they're pushing gamepass and BC above all so they probably consider this a successful launch too
The consoles themselves seem solid, ps5 have a great launch lineup. MS seem to have dropped the ball on launch software (yes halo was delayed but they should have had more in prep) but they're pushing gamepass and BC above all so they probably consider this a successful launch too
Eh, my Xbox came two days late. Much better than I expected
The real disaster is the lack of super enthralling launch games. Thank god for Gamepass
The real disaster is the lack of super enthralling launch games. Thank god for Gamepass
Yep.
3080 that got delayed.
5800X got delayed
Xbox Series X arrived on Friday
PS5 Friday also.
980Pro SSD still on backorder...
Supply chain for all items is taking a beating
Yeah, no issues here. Playstation 5 arrived on time and works great. Can't believe they were able to get it all done during a pandemic.
How has this been different from any other console launch? There are always preorder screw ups and there are never enough consoles made to satisfy initial demand
I was able to get a PS5 successfully on launch day (got very lucky that a friend texted me about Walmart preorders and I jumped immediately), but I haven't been so lucky with the XSX, either pre-ordering or finding one post-launch. With everything going on in the world, and my privilege to be able to buy both of these consoles, I can't be upset at anybody. I certainly wish stock was more plentiful and that I could get an XSX, but it's amazing that they launched at all.
Alot of people saying this is totally normal for launches, I had no such experience with the switch, ps3, ps4, etc. The worst I remember previously was the ps2 launch. I managed to get a ps5 preorder but dozens of my irl friends did not, it seems like the ball was dropped with all hardware launches this year. And there's people on here scared to put their ps5 in rest mode cause of a glitch that could brick their new console, can't tell me this is a normal expectation.
Yes..Yes we can!!
I recently upgraded my PC (3080) and after that truama and lack of stock I was all ready to purchase the 'next gen' except it was sold out everywhere. I was unable to secure any kind of pre order on the PS5 and XBSX .... the fact the money is sat there waiting to go but instead I have to watch every youtube channel I am subscribed to talk about it, unbox it and what not just makes this lockdown double sucky....
I recently upgraded my PC (3080) and after that truama and lack of stock I was all ready to purchase the 'next gen' except it was sold out everywhere. I was unable to secure any kind of pre order on the PS5 and XBSX .... the fact the money is sat there waiting to go but instead I have to watch every youtube channel I am subscribed to talk about it, unbox it and what not just makes this lockdown double sucky....
Your case for why this is a "disaster" amidst a global crisis is based on... mild issues with retailers/shipping?
Is this your first console launch?
Is this your first console launch?
Joined 2600 - and have always been able to purchase a console at launch. Yes this is a pandemic but that has led to a disastrous launch - Its not SONY or MS's fault but bottom line is covid strikes again.
I m just a little bitter...as an educator I can go a teach 30 students in a confined space from 30 different households, but cant visit my family or friends in any physical capacity. Depressing... a PS5 would certainly help to lift the mood but nope..that's off the menu too..
I digress... please continue.
I m just a little bitter...as an educator I can go a teach 30 students in a confined space from 30 different households, but cant visit my family or friends in any physical capacity. Depressing... a PS5 would certainly help to lift the mood but nope..that's off the menu too..
I digress... please continue.
This entire year has been a struggle against supply chains. Starting with the C8 Vette, then into COVID era PPE and basic necessities, then into lockdown era where hobby items took a beating. Even random shit like buying discs for disc golf was a struggle. Now the tech side can't buy a 3080 to save my life or any of the new consoles. Expecting big navi launch to be more of the same.
Obviously pandemic played huge role in all of this. No need for people to take swipes about privilege. It's ok to feel frustrated and to vent about small things while still keeping the larger items in perspective: "How dare you get mad about x when there are starving children in Africa" and so on. This type of mentality is toxic. This is a gaming enthusiast forum ffs nobody here is immune to this line of thinking.
Obviously pandemic played huge role in all of this. No need for people to take swipes about privilege. It's ok to feel frustrated and to vent about small things while still keeping the larger items in perspective: "How dare you get mad about x when there are starving children in Africa" and so on. This type of mentality is toxic. This is a gaming enthusiast forum ffs nobody here is immune to this line of thinking.