Microsoft Raises Prices on Xbox Consoles, Controllers, and Games Globally
Microsoft is increasing the prices of its Xbox consoles, accessories, and select first-party games worldwide. Starting today, the company has updated the recommended retail pricing for its Xbox Series S and X consoles, as well as for Xbox controllers and headsets.
The Xbox Series X will now retail for $599.99 — a $100 jump — while the 512GB Series S model rises to $379.99, up by $80. The Series S 1TB model is priced at $429.99, and the new digital-only Series X will cost $549.99. A limited edition 2TB Galaxy Black Series X will retail at a steep $729.99.
Xbox accessories are also affected. The base wireless controller is now listed at $64.99, and the wireless headset has moved up to $119.99. These price points align with current market availability in the U.S.
Microsoft is also adjusting game prices. Some upcoming first-party Xbox titles releasing this holiday season will increase from $69.99 to $79.99 — a move that brings Xbox pricing in line with Nintendo’s premium titles for the forthcoming Switch 2.
These price hikes will extend beyond the U.S. to key global markets including the UK, Europe, and Australia. In the UK, the Xbox Series S (512GB) is now £299.99, and the Series X is £499.99. European pricing follows suit at €349.99 for the Series S and €599.99 for the Series X. Sony raised its PlayStation 5 prices in these regions earlier this month.
While hardware and game prices are rising, Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass subscription pricing remains unchanged for now.
This marks Microsoft’s second major Xbox price hike in two years. The company previously raised prices in June 2023, including for Game Pass. The timing of the latest increase coincides with growing uncertainty over potential tariffs under former President Trump’s trade policies.
Still, Microsoft appears to be riding strong momentum. CEO Satya Nadella announced during the company’s recent Q3 earnings call that Microsoft was the top publisher by preorders and preinstalls on both the Xbox and PlayStation stores. Additionally, PC Game Pass revenue climbed 45% year-over-year.
