Also, it looks like its only the retail sales, there is no data about the digital sales, which would push the total sale higher. The whole, "I invest $10 and want 1200% return" attitude is just stupid, seriously, greed.
I remember paying $60 for C64 games when I grew up... games 1 - 10 people could program... Sometimes I'm surprised how cheap games are nowadays, but I guess they also sell more copies so it must even out.
We are in a global recession, despite what any sort of news outlet will tell you. Most people these days, like myself, who now again have the means to buy games after going through tough financial times are holding on to their money. We are being more cautious about throwing it around and buying on a whim. I still buy…