New hardware dominates the conversation, but older consoles aren’t done yet. From gaming PCs to Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo systems, and the Steam Deck, last-generation favorites like the Xbox One S/X, PlayStation 4 Pro, and original Switch continue to offer compelling reasons to play—even alongside the Xbox Series S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. A week away from Christmas of 2025, I’m seeing a pronounced appetite for used, lightly used, and like-new gaming devices. The trend mirrors the early pandemic period, when perceived supply constraints fueled a similar rush toward secondary markets. Table 1 sets the tone for a closely examined, detail-oriented discussion starting with the Xbox. Table 1. Xbox One Vs One S Vs Series S Category Xbox One (Old) One S (with Blu-ray drive) One X Series S (Nov 2020) Starting Price Old - much cheaper $267 (New prices remained same 3yrs) $449 initiall...
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