NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 5090 Launch Sparks Turmoil: Chaos in Japan and Depleted Stocks Worldwide

NVIDIA’s latest release of the GeForce RTX 5090 has thrown the gaming community into a frenzy, as widespread reports highlight a severe shortage of stock, leaving many consumers frustrated with the chaotic launch.

### Demand Skyrockets for NVIDIA’s RTX Blackwell GPU While Stock Shortages Cause Consumer Disappointment

Let me fill you in—Team Green’s new RTX Blackwell GPUs have hit the market with shockingly low inventory levels. NVIDIA did hint at this before rolling out the first wave of SKUs, but the buzz among customers reached unexpected heights, resulting in what can only be described as “inventory chaos” at retailers. An intriguing scene unfolded in Japan, where it seems buyers eager for the RTX 5090 took matters into their own hands. According to @sarasteam0151, the launch turned tumultuous with consumer excitement boiling over into pandemonium.

Japanese retailers attempted to curb the chaos by introducing a “lottery” system for initial buyers of the GeForce RTX 5090. The goal was to level the playing field and deter scalpers from snapping up all the stock. But alas, it backfired. Reports from the scene depicted quite the spectacle, with impatient customers even climbing the fence of a nearby kindergarten, all in a bid to voice their discontent over the chaotic circumstances.

The frenzy wasn’t limited to Japan. Over in the US, particularly at outlets like MicroCenter, the RTX 5090 stock verged on non-existent, with allocations reportedly in the “single-digits.” Some dedicated consumers even camped outside stores days in advance, rendering it nearly impossible for the average buyer to snag one of these coveted GPUs on release day. For avid fans eagerly awaiting the RTX Blackwell, it’s a grim reality check.

For those of you puzzled about the inventory woes, let me break it down: NVIDIA’s choice to incorporate GDDR7 memory modules is a significant factor behind the shortages. Coupled with AIB partners facing tight margins on the RTX 50 series, there’s pressure to sell above MSRP, adding more fuel to the pandemonium. For now, my advice is patience. Wait it out until stock levels stabilize, which might take a few weeks. By then, perhaps AMD’s RX 9070 series GPUs will have hit the shelves, offering a much-needed alternative.