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PS5, PS5 Pro and PS5 Portal Prices Are Going Up in Southeast Asian Markets
Sony has announced price increases for the PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal in Southeast Asian markets, effective May 1st. The company cited global economic pressures and stated the hikes were a necessary step to continue delivering high-quality gaming experiences. This follows similar price adjustments in other regions, with analysts suggesting it could foreshadow higher prices for future consoles like the PlayStation 6.
Steam Controller Launches on May 4th, According to Another Early Review
An early review indicated that the Steam Controller will launch on May 4th for $99, making it the most expensive controller on the market. The review, which has since been taken down, also revealed details about the controller's weight and design, which is similar to the Steam Deck. Valve is reportedly facing delays for its Steam Machine hardware due to global memory shortages.
Walmart Rejects the New Switch 2 Game Pricing Model, Discounts Physical Preorders by $10
Walmart is rejecting the proposed pricing model for upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games and is offering $10 discounts on physical preorders. This indicates a potential disagreement between retailers and publishers regarding the cost of new game releases.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Price Seemingly Leaked
Leaker billbil-kun has revealed the pricing for physical editions of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, with the Launch Edition set at $59.99 and the Collector's Edition at $199.99. The game is reportedly set to launch on July 9, 2026, and will not be an RPG, focusing instead on a solo, character-driven adventure.
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A pricing leak for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag has surfaced, suggesting a potential re-release or updated version of the game. Further details regarding the pricing and release are expected.
Nintendo Sued Over Tariff Refunds: Gamers Want Their Money
Nintendo is facing a lawsuit from US players who claim the company should refund customers for price increases implemented due to tariffs. Players argue that since tariffs have been reduced or eliminated, Nintendo should pass the resulting savings back to consumers instead of pocketing the extra profit. The lawsuit seeks to establish a precedent that companies cannot use temporary external factors to justify permanent price hikes.
Splatoon Raiders Is Up for Preorder With New Switch 2 Pricing
Preorders are now available for Splatoon Raiders on the Nintendo Switch, with details on pricing and release date provided. Information regarding accompanying amiibo figures is also included.
GTA 6 at $150: Would Gamers Pay Premium Price for Rockstar’s Next Hit?
A discussion has emerged regarding a hypothetical $150 launch price for Grand Theft Auto 6, exploring whether gamers would pay a premium for Rockstar's highly anticipated title. This conversation reflects a shift in pricing expectations within the industry, with many fans indicating a willingness to pay more given the game's cultural significance and the rising costs of AAA game development. While some express concerns about accessibility, the debate highlights the potential for premium pricing to become a new standard if market reception is positive.
Xbox Game Pass gets long-awaited price drop, Call of Duty games no longer available at launch
Microsoft has reduced the monthly subscription prices for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. In response to these price drops, future Call of Duty games will no longer be available on the service at launch, though existing titles will remain and new entries will be added approximately one year after release.
Xbox Game Pass prices are going down, but future Call of Duty games won't be added until 'about a year'…
Microsoft has announced a price reduction for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, with Ultimate dropping to $22.99 per month and PC Game Pass to $13.99. However, future Call of Duty titles will not be added to the service until approximately one year after their release.
Microsoft just made Game Pass cheaper, and it's all thanks to Call of Duty
Microsoft has reduced the monthly prices for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. However, future Call of Duty titles will no longer be available on the service at launch, instead being added approximately one year later. This change aims to provide better value for subscribers despite the exclusion of new Call of Duty releases.
Xbox Game Pass gets price drop at the cost of day one Call Of Duty
Microsoft has adjusted the pricing for Xbox Game Pass, with Game Pass Ultimate now costing £16.99 per month and PC Game Pass reduced to £10.99 per month. However, future Call of Duty titles will no longer be available on the service at launch, instead being added about a year later. This change follows fan backlash to previous price increases and aims to make the service more affordable.
Xbox confirms a Game Pass price drop, but the next Call of Duty won’t be available Day 1 anymore
Xbox has announced a price reduction for its Game Pass subscription service, with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate dropping to $22.99 per month and PC Game Pass to $13.99 per month. However, starting this year, titles from the Call of Duty franchise will no longer be available on Game Pass on their day-one launch. This change follows a period of criticism regarding previous price increases and comes after Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
Call of Duty won't hit Xbox Game Pass at launch going forwards, as Microsoft's subscription service gets a price cut
Microsoft has reduced the monthly prices for its Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass tiers. However, future Call of Duty titles will no longer be available on Game Pass at launch, instead releasing approximately one year after their initial debut. Existing Call of Duty games will remain accessible on the service.
Xbox cuts Game Pass price and drops Call of Duty day one access in response to negative feedback
Xbox is reducing the price of its Game Pass subscription service and changing access for Call of Duty titles due to negative player feedback. Call of Duty games will no longer launch day one on Game Pass, instead arriving about a year after release. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated the price hike was too high for many players, leading to the adjustments.
Microsoft cuts Game Pass price months after previous price hike
Microsoft is reducing the monthly prices for its Game Pass subscription service on both Xbox consoles and PC. Game Pass Ultimate will now cost $22.99, down from $29.99, and PC Game Pass will be $13.99, down from $16.49. As part of this change, new Call of Duty games will no longer be available on Game Pass at launch.
Splatoon Raiders pricing for Nintendo Switch 2 will be $50 digital & $60 physical
Nintendo has announced the pricing for Splatoon Raiders, set to release on July 23rd for the Nintendo Switch. The digital edition will cost $50, while the physical retail version will be priced at $60, adhering to Nintendo's strategy of higher prices for physical copies.
Splatoon Raiders' Switch 2 Price And Box Art Have Been Revealed
Nintendo has revealed the price and box art for the upcoming game Splatoon Raiders, exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will cost $49.99 digitally and $59.99 physically in North America, with a release date of July 23rd. The box art features the Deep Cut trio and the playable Mechanic character.
Look mom, new Intel Arc G3 handhelds that no one can probably afford are inbound
Intel is reportedly preparing to launch new handheld gaming PCs, the Arc G3 and G3 Extreme, featuring "Pather Lake" chipsets. These devices are expected to debut at Computex and may compete with existing handhelds like the ASUS ROG Ally, though concerns about high pricing persist, with many current premium models exceeding $1,000.
Game Pass Gets Price Drop, New Call Of Duty Games No Longer Included
Microsoft has reduced the price of Xbox Game Pass subscriptions in response to negative feedback. Additionally, new Call of Duty titles will no longer be included with the service at launch, but will arrive about a year later. Existing Call of Duty games will remain on Game Pass.
