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Console Market Trends
Ongoing coverage on Console Market Trends.
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Blues News
Evening Consolidation
This opinion piece from GamesIndustry.biz suggests that high console prices are hindering growth in a struggling market. It also briefly mentions an Xbox Update Alpha Skip-Ahead Ring preview release note.
Digital Trends
The PS5 has been my best investment in the last 6 years (because it actually went up in value)
The PlayStation 5 has seen significant price increases since its launch, defying the traditional trend of technology becoming cheaper over time. This article discusses how the console's rising cost, coupled with the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto VI, positions it as an expensive, enthusiast-level purchase rather than an accessible one. The author reflects on the changing economics of console gaming, where hardware and games now represent a substantial investment.
