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The episode discusses the latest developments in the gaming industry, including pricing strategies and digital releases.

$1,049 price tag for Valve’s new Steam Machine or the questionable decision to skip physical discs in Rockstar’s GTA 6 launch.DWe break down the true implications of skyrocketing RAM prices, the risky strategy behind Rockstar’s digital-only release, and the behind-the-scenes struggles of Xbox and Sony as they navigate this turbulent landscape. You'll learn why industry veterans are worried that misguided strategies and reliance on AI-driven cost hikes threaten to drown out genuine innovation. Press play now. Follow myself and Pause Menu Society on social media! Derrick instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tdlexperience_/ Derrick patreon - patreon.com/thederricklamonexperience Derrick TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thederricklamon Pause Menu Society - https://www.instagram.com/pausemenusociety/ Pause Menu Society TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pause.menu.societ?lang=en

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