My Xbox One can't play the new games I want to enjoy because the old system's hardware can't handle them. This forces me to either miss out on these experiences or buy a new console—an extremely expensive and unfeasible option. This experience is not unique—an increasing number of gamers are in the same position. The rapid pace of technological advancement in gaming consoles is leaving many consumers behind, struggling to keep up financially.

Console gaming should be an inclusive hobby, not restricted by prohibitive costs and the constant need to replace entire systems. Major gaming companies like Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo have the resources and capabilities to change this. It’s time for these industry giants to make console gaming more affordable, sustainable, and consumer-friendly by:

Designing consoles with replaceable and upgradeable components so gamers can improve performance without buying an entirely new system.

Ensuring that these parts are built to last for years, maintaining quality and durability.

Making these components affordable and accessible, so that upgrading is a realistic option for the average gamer.

These changes would not only save gamers money but also reduce the environmental impact of discarded electronics.

Moreover, the rising price of video games adds to the financial strain on gamers. By adjusting game pricing strategies, more people could participate in this widely loved pastime without breaking their budgets.

I urge these gaming companies to recognize the needs and challenges of their player base and take action to make console gaming accessible for all. By creating durable, upgradeable consoles with fair pricing for both hardware and games, they can ensure a more inclusive, sustainable, and enjoyable gaming experience for everyone.

Sign this petition to call on the leading console gaming companies to make these essential changes for the future of gaming.