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Why are games getting pricier?
The story highlights how physical games add costs for manufacturing, shipping, and selling in shops. By going digital, Sony and game publishers save money on these things. However, these savings don't always mean cheaper games for you, as companies also face rising costs to develop the consoles and games themselves.
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