Remap Radio Remap Radio 64 – The Future Is $700
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Sep 13, 2024 Patrick, a gaming enthusiast, Janet, a passionate gamer, and Rob, who embraces unique gaming experiences, delve into the recently announced PlayStation 5 Pro and its implications for the future of hardware at a $700 price tag. They share their excitement for games like Astro Bot and Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 while exploring gaming nostalgia and the challenges of developing for older engines. A humorous discussion around immersive tech and gaming experiences, especially with titles like Gunner, HEAT, PC, keeps the conversation lively.
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The $10K 8K TV Thought Experiment
- Rob joked about needing a $10,000 8K TV to justify the PS5 Pro showcase for Gran Turismo.
- The hosts riffed on the impracticality and expense of true 8K home setups.
Price Anchoring Shapes Future Consoles
- Setting a $700 Pro shifts mental pricing anchors and may normalize higher console entry prices over generations.
- This recalibration benefits manufacturers facing rising component costs.
Astro Bot Playstyle: Save Then Spend
- Janet described playing Astro Bot and hoarding in-game coins rather than spending them immediately.
- She plans to platinum the game and expects to explore hub rewards after finishing levels.