Get Ready to Open Your Wallets: Summer Games Fest 2024 Unleashes Price Hikes and Pre-Orders You Can't Afford
The Summer Games Fest 2024 is here, and while gamers are hyped for the trailers and reveals, your bank account is about to take a serious hit. Starting today, major publishers are dropping surprise pre-order prices that are 15-20% higher than last year, with some 'Deluxe' editions already hitting $100. But the real gut punch? Several big-name games are ditching physical discs entirely, meaning you'll pay full digital price with zero resale value. Experts warn that the 'Summer Games Fest' hype is designed to pressure you into buying before you see the reviews, locking in your cash even if the game flops. Before you click 'pre-order,' check your budget—or risk being stuck with a $70 digital coaster.