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Xbox Prices Surge: Series X Hits $600 This Holiday

5/2/2025

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Microsoft has hiked prices for Xbox consoles, with the Series X now at $600 and the Series S at $380, reflecting tariffs from President Trump. This holiday season, expect first-party games to jump from $69.99 to $79.99, driven by challenging market conditions and escalating development expenses.

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Microsoft has hiked prices for Xbox consoles, with the Series X now at $600 and the Series S at $380, reflecting tariffs from President Trump. This holiday season, expect first-party games to jump from $69.99 to $79.99, driven by challenging market conditions and escalating development expenses.