Microsoft Announces Price Increases for Xbox Consoles, Games, and Accessories Worldwide
Microsoft has officially announced price increases for Xbox consoles, games, and accessories. These changes will impact all global markets. Some of the price jumps are quite large, especially for certain models and first-party titles. Starting this fall, some Xbox Games Studios titles may be priced as high as $80.
The company explained that these changes were made after careful thinking, due to changes in the market and rising development costs. Microsoft also said they remain focused on giving players more ways to enjoy games on any screen, and on continuing to offer good value to Xbox fans.
New Console Prices
This is the second time Microsoft has raised prices during this generation. The first time happened after Sony did the same. This time, however, Microsoft is leading the change. Here are the new prices for Xbox consoles in the United States:
- Xbox Series S (512GB) – $379.99 (was $299.99)
- Xbox Series S (1TB) – $429.99 (was $349.99)
- Xbox Series X Digital – $549.99 (was $449.99)
- Xbox Series X – $599.99 (was $499.99)
- Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition – $729.99 (was $599.99)
New Prices for Controllers and Headsets
Microsoft has also updated prices for its accessories. Some items remain the same in cost, while others are now more expensive:
- Xbox Wireless Controller (Core) – $64.99 (no change)
- Xbox Wireless Controller (Color) – $69.99 (no change)
- Xbox Wireless Controller – Special Edition – $79.99 (was $69.99)
- Xbox Wireless Controller – Limited Edition – $89.99 (was $79.99)
- Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Core) – $149.99 (no change)
- Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Full) – $199.99 (was $179.99)
- Xbox Stereo Headset – $64.99 (no change)
- Xbox Wireless Headset – $119.99 (was $109.99)
It is still unclear which exact games will be priced at $80, but players can expect more details in the coming months. For now, there is no news of a price increase for Xbox Game Pass.
