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games console

British

noun

an electronic device used in playing computer games on the screen of a television to which it is connected

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Nintendo's Switch 2, the world's fastest-selling games console, launched in June 2025 as the successor to the first Switch.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

The company also put the improved forecasts down to higher expected sales of its PlayStation games console and a smaller-than-expected impact from US tariffs.

From Barron's • Nov. 11, 2025

The company also put the increase down to higher sales of its PlayStation games console and a smaller-than-expected impact from US tariffs.

From Barron's • Nov. 11, 2025

Their prices might average between £7 and £10, but they’re struggling to sell shows – partly because fans have already spent their money on stadium tickets that cost the same as a games console.

From BBC • Sep. 22, 2024

A YouTube blogger's announcement of a video games console giveaway sparked chaotic scenes and a major police response in New York City on Friday.

From BBC • Aug. 4, 2023

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