PlayStation 5 plates aren't compatible with the upcoming PS5 Pro, Sony tells IGN, confirming reports that began circulating online on Wednesday.

It’s an issue because it ties into the PlayStation 5 Pro’s steep asking price, aggravating gamers who feel they were priced out even more. And it is arguably an issue that Sony created themselves, choosing to do things like selling a vertical stand for the console separately. Sony did share an official statement regarding this issue to IGN:

Sony has confirmed that its recently released PS5 Slim console plates will not be compatible with the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro. According to a statement

Sony has admitted that PS5 Pro owners won't be able to attach their PlayStation 5 faceplates to it, as one fan confirms that the Slim console covers don't fit either.

The PS5 Pro launch is still over a week away, but fans have already made an annoying discovery: the new console won’t work with players’ existing custom cover plates. Sony will eventually sell new ones,

You won't be able to use your old PS5 Slim covers on a new PlayStation 5 Pro. Instead, you'll have to buy new ones when they become available.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

The physical design of the PS5 Pro is remarkably similar to the Slim model. The major difference are the three fins near the middle of the console. This posed the question, could PS5 Pro owners use preexisting Slim covers on the enhanced console?