Microsoft announces increased price of Xbox consoles, controllers & new games

If you are an Xbox fan, this news might annoy you a little. Microsoft, which posted a strong Q3 earnings for FY25, is increasing price of the Xbox Series X|S console, Xbox controllers, and even some new Xbox games across the globe. 

Microsoft increases the price of new, first-party games, Xbox Series X|S consoles, and wireless controllers

In the Xbox support page, Microsoft notes that it has adjusted the recommended retail price for its Xbox controllers and consoles. Starting today, the Xbox Series X will now cost $599.99, an increase of $100 from the previous $499.99 price.

Starting this holiday season, the price of some new, first-party games will increase to $79.99. The price of Xbox Series S (512GB) will increase from $299.99 to $379.99. That’s a bump of $80. The 1TB model will now cost $429.99, with the Xbox Series X edition’s price increasing to $549.99.

That’s not all; the price of the galaxy black special edition model (2TB) will set you back by $729.99. The US pricing of Xbox wireless controllers and headsets is also increasing. The new, adjusted price of the basic controller is $64.99, while the wireless headset stands at $119.99.

Also read: List of confirmed games heading to Xbox Game Pass in May 2025

The European pricing is also increasing

Microsoft has also adjusted European pricing for its Xbox controllers and consoles.  In Europe and the UK, the Xbox Series S (512GB) will now be priced at €349.99 / £299.99, with the Xbox Series X (1TB) rising to €599.99 / £499.99. Fortunately, Microsoft isn’t increasing the price of the Xbox Game Pass.