An RTX 50-series GPU.Nvidia has yet to explain why it launched its GeForce RTX 5090 and 5080 GPUs with barely any inventory, some major launch driver issues, and the occasional melting power connector, but it has apparently reconsidered its stance when it comes to scalpers. The companys just announced a way for Nvidia fans to sign up for Verified Priority Access to buy the elusive two-slot SFF-friendly RTX 5090 and 5080 Founders Edition graphics cards.Like a similar Verified Priority Access program for the RTX 4090, the new program is invite-only, but this time youll apply for access by filling out this form rather than being pre-selected. The site will check that youve already had an Nvidia account (accounts created after January 30th need not apply) and ask you whether youd prefer a 5090 or a 5080. Then, itll apparently use an algorithm to figure out if youre a real gamer (analyzing your Nvidia app / GeForce Experience use) before offering a card. Limit one per person.Invites will begin rolling out next week, writes Nvidia. The company doesnt say how many cards have been allocated to this program, so its difficult to tell if this is a meaningful way to get cards to gamers rather than scalpers.