Sony hikes guidance on strong games, music performanceJapanese giant Sony on Thursday hiked its full-year net profit forecast thanks to strong performances in its video games and music division...
05 Feb, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
How AI boom is pressuring videogame console industry in race for memory chipsAs the demand for artificial intelligence technology escalates, gaming enthusiasts may soon face a price bump on their favorite consoles. R...
22 Dec, 2025, 09.15 PM IST
US tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchasesHoliday shoppers are facing higher prices on imported goods due to tariffs, impacting everything from toys to electronics. Retailers are ad...
16 Dec, 2025, 10.14 AM IST
Microsoft raises top Xbox Game Pass subscription by 50%Xbox will now charge $29.99 per month for a Game Pass Ultimate subscription, $10 higher than earlier, the console maker said in a post on W...
01 Oct, 2025, 09.22 PM IST
Microsoft raises top Xbox Game Pass subscription by 50%Microsoft had last month also announced price hikes for its consoles in the U.S. for a second time this year due to tariff-induced cost pre...
01 Oct, 2025, 09.20 PM IST
PlayStation prices rise as US tariffs biteSony is increasing PlayStation 5 prices in the US by $50 due to a "challenging economic environment" and tariffs imposed by President Trump...
21 Aug, 2025, 07.09 AM IST
PlayStation 5 price shake-up hits US gamers, fans disappointed — here’s what you’ll pay starting August 21Sony has increased the price of the PlayStation 5 in the U.S., effective August 21, citing global economic challenges like inflation and su...
20 Aug, 2025, 10.16 PM IST
Nintendo says sold record 3.5 million Switch 2 consoles in first four daysNintendo has launched the Switch 2, selling a record 3.5 million units in four days. With improved features and higher prices, the console ...
11 Jun, 2025, 08.15 AM IST
Nintendo aims to match Switch success with new consoleSales of the Switch, which can connect to a TV or be played on the go, were boosted by the popularity of games like "Animal Crossing" as a ...
01 Jun, 2025, 09.50 AM IST
Trump Tariffs impact: Which brands are raising prices in USDonald Trump's tariffs are poised to inflate prices on everyday goods, impacting American consumers. Major retailers like Walmart and Matte...
25 May, 2025, 06.58 PM IST
Americans to pay heavily as Trump’s tariffs bite consumers and companiesMajor retailers like Walmart, Mattel, and Best Buy are increasing prices due to tariffs, particularly on goods from China. Electronics and ...
25 May, 2025, 04.22 PM IST
Nintendo sees operating profit rising 13%, Switch 2 sales of 15 millionNintendo anticipates a 13% rise in operating profit, forecasting 320 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March, driven by the upcoming J...
08 May, 2025, 12.30 PM IST
Tech, autos boost Japan's Nikkei as trade war worries easeJapan's Nikkei share average rose to a three-week high on Thursday, tracking a tech-led rally on Wall Street overnight, as the White House ...
24 Apr, 2025, 01.30 PM IST
Tech, autos boost Japan's Nikkei as trade war worries easeJapan’s Nikkei hit a three-week high, closing up 0.5% at 35,039.15, buoyed by a tech rally on Wall Street and hopes of easing US-China trad...
24 Apr, 2025, 12.42 PM IST
Will Donald Trump be imposing new tariffs on Playstations and gaming consoles?As the U.S. gears up for a new round of trade talks and possible regulatory changes, console manufacturers and gamers alike remain on edge.
15 Apr, 2025, 12.24 AM IST
PS5 or Nintendo Switch 2 may cost you more, thanks to Trump tariffsNintendo and Sony may increase console prices due to US tariffs, potentially raising the cost of a Switch 2 or PlayStation 5 by 30%. Assemb...
11 Apr, 2025, 09.55 AM IST
Cars to gadgets: What US consumers are losing to Trump tariffsThe tariffs are impacting various sectors, from electronics and toys to cars and even Japanese whiskey, as businesses reassess their exposu...
11 Apr, 2025, 09.55 AM IST