Microsoft Raises Xbox Prices Globally Amid Tariffs and Market Conditions

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Microsoft has announced a price increase for its Xbox consoles, controllers, and headsets worldwide, citing "market conditions" and the impact of global tariffs. The new prices will take effect on May 1, with the entry-level Xbox Series S price rising by 14% to $379.99 and the Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Special Edition increasing by 22% to $729.99. Additionally, the prices of some first-party games and headsets will be affected.

Key Takeaways:

  • The price of the Xbox Series S 512GB console will increase from $299.99 to $379.99, a 14% increase.
  • The Xbox Series S 1TB console will now cost $429.99, up from $349.99, a 23% increase.
  • The Xbox Series X Digital console will see a price hike from $449.99 to $549.99, a 22% increase.
  • The Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Special Edition will now retail for $729.99, up from $599.99, a 22% increase.
  • The price of the Xbox Wireless Controller (Core) will increase from $59.99 (note: not mentioned in the original article) to $64.99 (no change).
  • The Xbox Wireless Controller (Colour) will now cost $69.99, up from $59.99 (mentioned as $64.99 in the article, possibly a typo).
  • The Xbox Wireless Controller - Special Edition will now cost $79.99, up from $69.99.
  • The Xbox Wireless Controller - Limited Edition will increase from $79.99 to $89.99.
  • The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Core) will now cost $149.99, up from $139.99.
  • The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Full) will increase from $179.99 to $199.99.
  • The Xbox Stereo Headset will now cost $64.99 (mentioned as $64.99 in the original article).
  • The Xbox Wireless Headset will increase in price, from $109.99 to $119.99.

Statistics:

  • 14% price increase for the entry-level Xbox Series S console.
  • 23% price increase for the Xbox Series S 1TB console.
  • 22% price increase for the Xbox Series X Digital console.
  • 22% price increase for the Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Special Edition.
  • 19% price increase for the Xbox Wireless Controller (Colour) from possibly $59.99 to $69.99 (to be corrected).
  • 8% price increase for the Xbox Wireless Controller - Special Edition.
  • 12% price increase for the Xbox Wireless Controller - Limited Edition.
  • 7% price increase for the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Core).
  • 11% price increase for the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Full).
  • 10% price increase for the Xbox Wireless Headset.

Sources:

  • Microsoft (official website)
  • Hindustan Times
  • HT Digital Content Services