Capcom President Criticizes Low Game Prices and Rejects Microsoft Buyout Offer

Capcom president Haruhiro Tsujimoto believes that video game prices are too low, considering the significant increase in development costs. He suggests that raising game prices would be a "healthy option" for the industry. While many AAA games have already increased their prices to $70, Capcom has continued to sell new games at $60. Tsujimoto argues that factors like a recession or low confidence in the business world should not affect game prices, as high-quality games will continue to sell. As games become more complex and costly to develop, publishers may likely increase prices in the future, potentially surpassing $70.