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WTF Happened to Concord on PS5?
Concord's PS5 launch lasted two weeks. We examine the confirmed launch promises, Sony's shutdown decision, and what the ending means for buyers and collectors.
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Concord's PS5 launch lasted two weeks. We examine the confirmed launch promises, Sony's shutdown decision, and what the ending means for buyers and collectors.
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