Microsoft has recently announced an increase in prices for Xbox consoles, controllers, and upcoming first-party games. The new pricing for hardware is effective immediately, whereas the $79.99 price for new first-party titles will take effect this holiday season. If you're considering purchasing an Xbox Series X|S or a new controller, now is the time to act, as the higher prices are already reflected on Xbox's official store. However, savvy shoppers can still find the old prices at select retailers, at least for the time being.
Xbox Series X
Xbox Series X - 1TB
Xbox Series X - $499 (Increasing to $599 Soon)
- Get it at Amazon
- Get it at GameStop
- Get it at Walmart (third-party seller)
Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Edition - $449 (Increasing to $549 Soon)
- Get it at Amazon
- Get it at GameStop
- Get it at Target
- Get it at Walmart (third-party seller)
The Xbox Series X stands as the flagship model, boasting the power to run games at 4K resolution. As a proud owner, I can attest that it outshines even my PS5 in many ways. For those who value physical game collections, the standard model is the way to go. However, if you're comfortable with a digital-only library, the digital edition offers a $50 saving.
Xbox Series S
Xbox Series S - 512GB
Xbox Series S 512GB - $299 (Increasing to $379 Soon)
- Get it at Amazon
- Get it at GameStop
- Get it at Target
- Get it at Walmart
Xbox Series S 1TB - $349 (Increasing to $429 Soon)
- Get it at Amazon
- Get it at GameStop
- Get it at Target
- Get it at Walmart
The Xbox Series S is perfect for those who are ready to fully embrace digital gaming. While it offers less raw power than its bigger sibling, it's designed to run games at 1440p resolution. Both the 512GB and 1TB models are available, but I recommend opting for the 1TB version to accommodate the ever-growing size of modern games, especially considering the cost of additional storage.
Xbox Wireless Controllers
Out August 13: Xbox Wireless Controller – Sky Cipher Special Edition
Xbox Wireless Controller – Sky Cipher Special Edition - $60.96 at Amazon (Save 24% off $79.99)
Xbox controllers are also facing price adjustments, though not all models are affected equally. The pricing on controllers has been more dynamic compared to the consoles, so the price hikes might be less noticeable. Here are the upcoming price changes for Xbox controllers:
- Xbox Wireless Controller (Core) - $64.99
- Xbox Wireless Controller (Color) - $69.99
- Xbox Wireless Controller - Special Edition - $79.99
- Xbox Wireless Controller - Limited Edition - $89.99 (up from $79.99)
- Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Core) - $149.99 (up from $139.99)
- Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Full) - $199.99 (up from $179.99)
Act quickly to take advantage of current prices before they rise, ensuring you get the best value on your Xbox gaming setup.
