Argos Cancels PS5 30th Preorders

UK retailer Argos has left PS5 Slim Digital 30th Anniversary Edition buyers disappointed after canceling preorders due to what they called "processing errors." The highly sought-after console, priced at £429.99, sold out shortly after going live on October 10. However, just days later, customers began receiving cancellation emails or texts, triggering confusion and frustration among preorder holders. Argos assured affected customers that they would be refunded but offered little clarity about the sudden cancellations.

Argos explained the cancellations in a statement, acknowledging overwhelming demand and apologizing for processing errors that led to oversold stock. The mishap follows earlier preorder chaos for the PS5 30th Anniversary Edition, where shoppers faced sold-out listings within minutes of availability. Frustrated buyers took to social media, with one user tweeting: "@ArgosHelpers is this a joke? Preorder confirmed, now canceled!"

The cancellation issue has further fueled resentment in the gaming community, especially as scalpers continue listing the limited-edition consoles for exorbitant prices online. For more updates, follow the ongoing developments at IGN UK Deals.