AI price hikes could slow the next console generation
TL;DR
Generative AI is driving up RAM and overall costs for consumer electronics, contributing to shortages (like Steam Decks) and fueling talk that the next console generation (PS6/Xbox) could be delayed. The piece weighs whether a longer cycle makes sense—allowing more time to play current games and catch up on a backlog, but risking continued price shocks and diminished momentum—while suggesting retro gaming as a more affordable alternative. Public reaction is mixed: some welcome delaying the new tech, others want to move forward and see how things evolve.
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- The Chip Shortage Is Coming For Your Games GameSpot
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- Nintendo Is Considering A Switch 2 Price Hike This Year, According To New Report Nintendo Life
- AI is eating gaming alive—and your next PlayStation could pay the price Gadget Flow
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