Gaming Consoles Face Price Hikes, Delays Due to Memory Chip Shortage

Videogame consoles face price hikes and potential delays due to surging memory chip prices, driven by demand from AI data centers. Console makers like Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo are grappling with thin margins, while gamers experience record-high prices and slumping demand. Analysts predict further price increases for consoles and PCs, with memory costs projected to rise significantly. The gaming industry braces for a challenging future.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.