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https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/gaming/console-gaming/consoles/microsoft-xbox-series-x-1-tb-10203371-pdt.htmlWTF?! The Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and RTX 3070/3080 all have some things in common: getting hold of them has been a nightmare, bots snapped up many units, and scalpers are selling them (and pre-orders) on eBay for ridiculously high mark-ups. One of the UK's largest electrotonic retailers is taking an unusual approach to addressing the bot issue by charging over $3,000 for an Xbox Series X—but it's not what it seems.
Currys PC World currently lists the Xbox Series X at £2,449 ($3,166) and the Xbox Series S at £2,249 ($2,908), which is even more than the most expensive $2,500 pre-orders on eBay.
The company isn't capitalizing on gamers' desperation, of course. In the FAQ page, it explains that people who pre-ordered and paid the £5 deposit will receive an email with a £2,005 voucher that can be used against Xbox Series X/S orders only, meaning they're left to pay the standard MSRP.
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"Because demand is so high and to make sure your pre-order is prioritized, we have increased the upfront cost of the Xbox by £2000. But don't worry. This won't change how much you pay," the firm explains.
It's also noted that anyone who is willing to pay thousands for an Xbox Series X/S and tries to buy one without a code will have the order canceled. Additionally, customers have until midnight on October 18 to redeem the codes.