Xbox Series X|S: Grab Them Before Price Hike

Microsoft has announced price increases for Xbox consoles, controllers, and eventually games. The new recommended retail prices for hardware are effective immediately, while upcoming first-party titles will be priced at $79.99 starting this holiday season. This means if you're considering purchasing a new Xbox Series X|S console or a controller, acting sooner rather than later is advisable. The updated, higher prices are already active on Xbox's official store, though some retailers may still offer the previous pricing—at least for now.

Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X - 1TB

0$599.99 save 17%$499.99 at Amazon

Xbox Series X - $499 (Price Increasing Soon to $599)

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Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Edition - $449 (Price Increasing Soon to $549)

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The Xbox Series X is the flagship console, delivering the power needed to run games in 4K resolution. It's a formidable machine, and many users appreciate it even more than the PS5. For those who value the option to buy and play physical games, the standard model is an excellent choice. However, if you're comfortable with an all-digital game library, the digital edition is available for $50 less.

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series S - 512GB

0$379.99 save 28%$273.99 at Amazon

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series S 512GB - $299 (Price Increasing Soon to $379)

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Xbox Series S 1TB - $349 (Price Increasing Soon to $429)

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If you're ready to embrace an all-digital gaming experience, the Xbox Series S is a solid option. Its main limitation relates to raw performance—it's designed to handle games at 1440p resolution rather than 4K. For those who find this acceptable, it's a fantastic and compact console. Available in 512GB and 1TB configurations, the 1TB model is recommended, as modern games require significant storage space and official Xbox storage upgrades can be costly.

Xbox Wireless Controllers

Out August 13

Xbox Wireless Controller – Sky Cipher Special Edition

7$79.99 save 24%$60.96 at Amazon

Some Xbox controllers are also seeing price adjustments. There is a wide variety of Xbox controllers, and not all models are affected equally—some will retain their current prices. Controller pricing has historically been more flexible than console pricing, so these increases may not be as noticeable. Here are the new prices for Xbox controllers moving forward:

Xbox Wireless Controller (Core) - $64.99Xbox Wireless Controller (Color) - $69.99Xbox Wireless Controller - Special Edition - $79.99Xbox Wireless Controller - Limited Edition - $89.99 (previously $79.99)Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Core) - $149.99 (previously $139.99)Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Full) - $199.99 (previously $179.99)