The Jeff Gerstmann Show 199: The Video Games, They Are Expensive

Episode 199 of The Jeff Gerstmann Show examines the recent surge in PlayStation 5 pricing. The discussion also covers Nintendo's experiment with new pricing for its physical game cards. Gerstmann questions whether consumers can still afford current game costs.

The episode also touches on talk of an Ocarina of Time remake circulating online. A new Star Fox title has recently entered the conversation as well. The show continues its weekly format delivering industry analysis from veteran journalist Jeff Gerstmann.

Listeners are presented with a snapshot of pricing pressures affecting both console manufacturers and game publishers. The episode invites audiences to consider the broader implications for the gaming market. The full conversation is available in the latest upload.

Watch the full episode now to hear the price discussion:

Comment highlights:

"That's why I siphon my video games through a hose from my neighbor's PS5. Ron Paul 2012." - @knightdehumidifier

"51:06 PS5 price increase" - @bigpileofpuke

"All 3 of my consoles and my PC all have grown in value... wild times to be alive" - @kyledodson2992