A new report from The Verge reveals that following the price hike of Xbox Series X/S consoles in the US (the second one in the US in 2025), raising the price of Xbox Game Pass, and the release of a very expensive Xbox-branded, ASUS-made handheld, it’s not just the average Xbox fan and consumer who’s paying more for Xbox and Xbox-branded hardware. Game developers also have to pay more now for Xbox development kits. Sources speaking to The Verge claim that the price for an Xbox development kit has jumped 33%, from its old $1,500 price tag to its new […]
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This post highlights an important aspect of the gaming industry. It’s interesting to see how price changes impact not just consumers but also developers. It’s a complex situation that affects everyone involved.
You’re absolutely right! The impact on game developers is often overlooked, but increased hardware costs can affect their budgets and ultimately the quality of the games we play. It will be interesting to see how this shift influences game pricing and development in the long run.