www.thegamer.com Xbox Series X Restock Scheduled For April 21 At GameStop

Xbox Series X consoles will see a restock at GameStop tomorrow, although purchases can only be made online and will be available exclusively through the Xbox All Access payment program. This bundle includes the Xbox Series X console, 24 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and an EA Play membership for $34.99 per month.

GameStop expects the new Xbox Series X inventory to go live at 9am CT – although only a limited number of consoles will be up for grabs. Signing up for Xbox All Access is a bit more involved than simply adding the Series X to your cart and clicking "Check Out," as you'll need to enroll in the program and meet specific eligibility requirements. Once that's all taken care of, you'll have the option to finalize your purchase.

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After paying $34.99 for 24 months, your total bill for the bundle will be $839.76 – in line with what you would have paid had you opted for an outright Series X purchase along with two years of Game Pass Ultimate. If you're looking for a low-investment way to get your hands on the new-gen console, All Access is arguably the best option.

Both Xbox Series X and PS5 have been impossibly difficult to find in stock since launching last year, with the shortages rumored to end later this summer. However, a new report indicates the semiconductor shortage – which is driving the PS5 and Series X scarcity – might last until 2023. One of the world's largest semiconductor manufacturers said that demand continues to rise at an incredible rate, and we shouldn't expect to see the "supply chain tightness release" any time soon.

Until then, expect to have trouble locating the popular new consoles.

Scalpers and resellers are only making matters worse, as they try to scoop up as many units as possible for listing them online at inflated prices. Some retailers have figured out creative ways to deal with these profiteers, but the best solution is to simply increase supply – which unfortunately looks like it might be a ways off.

GameStop will be restocking Xbox Series X consoles on April 21 at 9am CT.

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