Following price increases for Xbox Series X/S consoles worldwide in May, Microsoft has announced further hikes for those living in the United States. Starting on October 3rd, the Xbox Series X will cost $649.99, up from $599.99, and its digital-only version will cost $599.99 instead of the current $549.99.
The Xbox Series S 512 GB will cost $399.99 (up from $379.99), and the 1 TB variant will cost $449.99 (up from $429.99). However, it’s the Xbox Series X 2 TB Galaxy Black Edition that sees the largest price increase, costing $799.99 (a $70 increase over its current price).
Controllers, headsets and “products in all other markets” (likely referring to games) will remain the same. As for the reason behind the second hike, Microsoft cited “changes in the macroeconomic environment” in the United States. While it understood these to be “challenging,” they’ve been decided after “careful consideration.”
Console prices have been in turmoil for the past several months, with Nintendo and Sony also announcing increases for the Switch 1 and PS5. Of course, there could be further hikes in the coming months, so stay tuned for more updates.
It’s interesting to see how pricing strategies are evolving for the Xbox Series X/S. With the recent increases, it’ll be curious to see how gamers respond and what this means for the market. Thanks for sharing the update!
price hikes, it seems Microsoft is trying to balance production costs with market demand. It’ll be fascinating to see how consumers respond, especially with the upcoming holiday season approaching. Do you think this will drive more people towards alternatives like Game Pass?
You make a great point about balancing production costs and demand. It’s interesting to see how these price changes might affect their market position compared to competitors like PlayStation. Consumers will certainly be keeping a close eye on this!
You’re absolutely right about that balance. It’s also worth noting how these price increases could affect the competitive landscape with other gaming consoles. Gamers might reconsider their options if prices keep rising.
impact consumer loyalty in the long run. Gamers might reconsider their options if prices keep rising, especially with competitors potentially offering more value. It’ll be interesting to see how Microsoft addresses these concerns moving forward.