# Why Are Video Game Consoles So Expensive These Days (And Games Historically Cheap)?

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/why-are-video-game-consoles-so-expensive-these-days-and-games-historically-cheap/
- Published: 2026-08-17T16:00:00+00:00
- Original publisher: GameSpot
- Original article: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/why-are-video-game-consoles-so-expensive-these-days-and-games-historically-cheap/
- Topics: Americas, Entertainment, Gaming

## Summary

Gaming has never been more expensive. We're here to investigate why, and help you play more while spending less. Welcome to GameSpot Cheap Week. Like seemingly everything else in life these days--from gas and groceries to coffee and ground beef--video games and the systems they're played on are getting more expensive. There are numerous reasons…

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