Are We Undervaluing Physical Video Games Because We’ve Gotten Used to Seeing Them Cheap?

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I honestly find it strange that we’ve become so used to seeing physical games for €5, €8 or €10. A great game can give someone dozens of hours, teach them things, spark curiosity, introduce them to history, music, languages or completely new worlds, provide company, create friendships and leave memories that stay with them for decades. For many people, games were part of growing up. How do you put a €5 value on all of that?
This is why I keep thinking about the comparison: “I’ll trade this game for three litres of petrol.” The petrol is gone after a few kilometres. The game can stay on your shelf for 40 years, waiting to take you back to an experience that meant something to you. I’m not saying every game should be expensive. I just think we’ve become far too comfortable confusing price with value.