Current RAM Prices Could Delay Next-Gen Consoles

The problem started in October 2025 when two leading RAM makers decided to dedicate a large portion of their production to expanding an OpenAI data center. This limited supply caused some RAM prices for consumers to more than triple, and the situation has only gotten worse. Now, more and more memory manufacturers are prioritizing the fast-growing AI industry over consumer and gaming needs, which could soon affect console makers as well.






