Console Gaming Could Get Even More Expensive in 2026

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Samsung has issued a warning that rising semiconductor and DRAM costs could push up prices across consumer electronics — including TVs. While Samsung doesn’t make consoles, its components are used across the gaming ecosystem. Since a screen is essential for console gaming, higher TV prices indirectly raise the total cost of entry for players already dealing with more expensive consoles like PlayStation, Xbox, and the Switch 2. For gamers planning an upgrade, the window for affordable hardware may be closing faster than expected.

[mendez]

cool so now even the tv is part of the console price hike, awesome timeline