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Digital Console

Mainstream gaming consoles are doing away with disc drives in favor of downloads

Trend - Industry-leading gaming brands are releasing game consoles devoid of disc drives in favor of all-digital downloads. By foregoing the disc drive, brands can offer consoles at reduced prices, while game prices themselves can be lowered by not needing to mass-produce and distribute physical copies.

Insight - One of the largest reasons why a modern gamer may gravitate toward a console rather than a computer is due to convenience and simplicity. Game consoles are plug-and-play experiences that require no tinkering. Additionally, these consumers are drawn to the cost-effectiveness of consoles. Gaming brands are taking into account the priorities of convenience and cost-effectiveness and offering devices with lower prices and free of disc drives to provide savings and simplicity.
Workshop Question - How can we leverage the priorities of convenience and cost-effectiveness to enhance our offerings for customers?
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Strikingly Minimalist Gaming Consoles
Strikingly Minimalist Gaming Consoles
The Microsoft Xbox Series S 1TB Carbon Black Arrives in Fall
The Microsoft Xbox Series S 1TB Carbon Black is a high-storage version of the gaming console ready to provide gamers with access to their favorite digital titles in a design-conscious way. The... MORE
play_circle_filledAnniversary-Celebrating Console Bundles
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Sony Launched a PS5 Bundle with PS1-Inspired Designs
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation brand, Sony has introduced a special collection of PlayStation 5 products. This collection includes limited edition versions of the PS5 Pro and... MORE
Ergonomic Pro-Grade Game Systems
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The Asus ROG Ally X Has the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor
The Asus ROG Ally X handheld gaming computer is a powerful piece of gear engineered with the needs of professional and passive players alike in mind to help them play from virtually anywhere. The... MORE
Slim Modular Consoles
Slim Modular Consoles
Sony's New PlayStation 5 is Thinner with a Detachable Disk Drive
Sony has announced a new version of its PlayStation 5 console that features a slimmer design and a removable disc drive. The new PS5 has the same internal hardware as the original model, but it has... MORE
play_circle_filledAll-Digital Consoles
All-Digital Consoles
Microsoft Announced the Digital Xbox Series X & S at the Xbox Games Showcase
During the annual Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft revealed all-digital Xbox Series X and S consoles as discless models that support the needs of digital-first players. Xbox president Sarah Bond... MORE

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