Amazon gaming boss predicts future where players no longer need consoles
Jeff Gattis said the rising cost of gaming tech is likely to mean more people will stream their games online.
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"As hardware becomes more expensive, and as streaming technology continues to improve, I think you'll naturally see more people asking whether they actually need that dedicated device."
— Jeff Gattis , Executive
"There was likely an audience of people looking to play high-end games like the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 'but are put off by all the technical requirements'."
— Christopher Dring , Journalist
"Gamers are willing to trade a little fidelity for convenience, but not to pay premium prices for something they don't own which stutters when the Wi-Fi dips."
— Joost van Dreunen , Academic
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Jeff Gattis said the rising cost of gaming tech is likely to mean more people will stream their games online.
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