PS3 Games Costs
There have been some rumours going around that game software manufacturers were pulling out of developing PlayStation 3 games on the basis that it was too expensive. The Enquirer discovers that it’s simply not true.
Meanwhile, SEC America’s Kaz Hirai (he of Microsoft Stalking accusations) tip-toes carefully around the subject of PS3 game prices saying that
“Generally speaking, over the past twelve years or so, there has been a consumer expectation that disc based games are maybe $59 on the high end to $39 on the low end. So, what I can say now is, I think it would be a bit of a stretch to think that we could suddenly turn around and say ‘PS3 games now $99.99′.”
“I don’t think consumers expect software pricing to suddenly double. So, the quick answer is that we want to make it as affordable as possible, knowing that there is a set consumer expectation for what software has cost for the past twelve years. That’s kind of the best answer I can give you. So, if it becomes a bit higher than $59, don’t ding me, but, again, I don’t expect it to be $100.”
Does anyone else hear a “yet” at the end of that sentence? My guess is that PS3 games will start somewhere in the realm of $70 and inch their way closer to $100 through the years. As consoles get more expensive, so does the software that accompanies them. It’s the price you pay for entertainment.
2 opinions for PS3 Games Costs
Lauren
Jun 30, 2006 at 2:51 am
Well over here, the average price of Xbox 360 Games is around $99 (AUD) but they range generally between $70 and $115 depending on the publisher. EA is the most expensive. I often think life in the USA might be nicer for the cheaper games. There are even some new releases in PS2 and XBOX that stay around the $95 mark.
Matt
Jun 30, 2006 at 2:56 am
Wow. That’s nuts. I just paid $60 for the Prey Pre-order collector’s edition box(PC). Console games have definitely gotten on the high end for pricing.
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