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Price hikes are making gaming feel like a luxury hobby
- Gaming is getting pricier across the board — consoles, games and subscriptions are rising due to memory/semiconductor shortages and higher component costs.
- Major products are already more expensive (PS5, Switch 2, Xbox, Steam Deck/Steam Machine) and we're seeing $70–$80 game prices become common.
- Casual players with older gear can still save, but staying current with new hardware, online services and high-end PC parts is getting noticeably expensive.
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