Given the enormous popularity and demand for the Playstation 5, the release of the new console was always going to result in some disappointed gamers.
Since going on sale, the demand for the PS5 has caused the websites of certain retailers to freeze, while every store in Ireland has struggled to replenish their stocks.
With demand far exceeding supply, some people are already selling the console on eBay at an extraordinary price.
In terms of its retail value, the majority of stores are selling the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Console at €400, while the PlayStation 5 Console is available to buy for €500.
However, some people are selling the console on eBay already, with prices going as high as €2,000.
Given the nature of the site, people are entitled to sell/buy an item at any price they choose to but the company is taking action over "opportunistic sellers."
Elsewhere, some nefarious users are trying to scam users out of their money by publishing items like 'Photos of the PS5' and 'PS5 box' up for sale, in the hope that some people might think they're buying the actual console.
After eBay was alerted to this scam, a spokesperson told the Irish Mirror: "We condemn these opportunistic sellers who are attempting to mislead other users. We are in the process of removing all listings that are selling photos or empty boxes of PS5s from our marketplace and will be taking appropriate action against the sellers.
The statement adds: "For any purchase, but especially highly-priced or in-demand items, buyers should exercise caution and thoroughly read the listing description. Buyers who receive an item which is not as described can check their eligibility for a refund via our eBay Money Back Guarantee, provided they completed the transaction on the eBay platform”.
"These items do not comply with our No Item Policy and are being removed. eBay has policies in place to protect both the buyer and seller when a transaction is made. If the purchase is eligible for eBay Money Back Guarantee and the item arrives and is significantly different from what was in the listing description, they are able to return the item and receive a refund."
Earlier this week, Sony said that more PlayStation 5 consoles will be in stock throughout Ireland before the end of the year.
A PlayStation spokesperson said: "We want to thank gamers everywhere for making the PS5 launch our biggest console launch ever. Demand for PS5 is unprecedented, so we wanted to confirm that more PS5 inventory will be coming to retailers before the end of the year - please stay in touch with your local retailers.
