Microsoft Increases Xbox Series X|S Prices Amid Economic Challenges
TL;DR
Microsoft has significantly increased the prices of its Xbox Series X/S consoles, with the Xbox Series X now costing up to $800, reflecting economic pressures and component costs, despite the console's launch at $500 in 2020. This price hike occurs amid declining sales and intense competition from Sony and Nintendo, raising questions about Microsoft's strategy and the future of its console business.
- Microsoft Now Believes People Will Pay $800 For An Xbox Series X Forbes
- Microsoft raises Xbox prices in U.S. due to economic environment CNBC
- Game over for Xbox fans? Price hikes hit Series X|S as tariffs change the landscape Windows Central
- Xbox raising prices for the second time in six months Polygon
- Xbox Console Prices Are Going Up in the U.S...Again IGN
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