TECHNOLOGYMay 28 · 06:30 UTCTHE VERGESean Hollister

The golden age of handheld gaming is already over

The article discusses the end of the golden age of affordable handheld gaming, highlighting the Steam Deck's price increase from $399 to $789 and the Nintendo Switch's rise from $299 to $499. These price hikes are attributed to market conditions and hardware upgrades, making portable gaming less accessible compared to its 2022 affordability.

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