Why does every type of next gen console or graphics card sell out instantly upon release?

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I see people every day posting about their graphics card that is like a lottery ticket to acquire one. Same with day one releases of next gen gaming consoles

Could they produce enough of the product to meet demand prior to releasing it? That’s seems like poor business practice to me

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They’re sold out because Covid has slaughtered supply and majorly increased demand. The video cards are a massive upgrade and on the peak of a number of massive releases because everybody is stuck home. Same with the consoles. There just aren’t enough factories operational to make Zen 3, 11th Gen Intel, 30 series, big navi, and consoles SOC to keep up with demand.

Guys, they’re not holding products back or creating demand or helping scalpers. They physically can’t push out silicon fast enough to keep up with demand. Please stop spreading disinformation and bizarre conspiracy theories. What sort of world do you live in where companies go “Yes I know whats a good idea, our products are flying off the shelves, let’s… Not make more. That’ll… Show them?”

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