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Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI

When the PlayStation 5 launched almost five and a half years ago, it was listed at £449 in the UK. If you were to buy one at the recommended retail price today, it would be £569.99, or £789.99 for the updated Pro model. Sony has just raised the price of its console by another £90, the latest in a series of hikes. This is unprecedented: consoles have always decreased in price over time (until they become retro collectibles – the other day, I saw someone asking £200 for a SNES on Vinted). So, what’s going on? Unfo…

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Demand from AI data centres has increased RAM and storage costs, contributing to higher retail prices for gaming consoles and PC components for consumers.

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