Xbox price increase includes $600 Series X console and $80 gaming

Microsoft announces The Xbox lineup has seen global prices rise, including consoles, games and even accessories. This means the Xbox Series X will now be retailing for $600 (formerly $500), and over the holiday season, featured first-party games will start to start at $80.

This is not just the Xbox Series X. The Xbox Series S 512GB system now starts at $380 (previously $300), meaning this generation has an entry price that is more expensive than it did when 2020 started. “Looking forward, we continue to focus on providing more ways to play more games on any screen and ensure the value of Xbox players.”

Here is a list of changes to the Xbox console and accessories in the United States. Microsoft hasn't detailed what games will cost $80 later this year, and the Game Pass subscription is currently at its current retail price.

• Xbox Series S 512GB- $380 (Previously $300)
• Xbox Series S 1TB- $430 (Previously $350)
• Xbox Series X Digital – $550 (Previously $450)
• Xbox Series X- $600 (Previously $500)
• Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition – $730 (Previously $600)
• Xbox Wireless Controller Core – $65 (Previously $60)
• Xbox Wireless Controller Color – $70 (Previously $65)
• Xbox Wireless Controller Special Edition – $80 (Previously $70)
• Xbox Wireless Controller Limited Edition – $90 (Previously $80)
• Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core – $150 (Previously $130-$140)
• Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Complete – $200 (Previously $180)
• Xbox Stereo Headphones – $65 (Same price)
• Xbox Wireless Headphones – $120 (Previously $110)

Apart from market conditions and development costs, Microsoft has remained ambiguous about the sudden increase in the price of so many Xbox products. Possible with New Trump administration tariffs in the U.S. as they result in 2 booking delays And speculation about the upcoming system price increase. However, Nintendo has now reached its initial $450 price. Microsoft has indeed revealed Its latest financial quarter net revenue was $25.8 billion, up 18% year-on-year.