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Microsoft hikes Xbox prices in US once again as tariff challenges persist
Microsoft is implementing a second price increase this year for Xbox Series X|S consoles in the U.S., citing tariffs and supply chain pressures as key factors.
- Microsoft will increase the recommended retail price of several Xbox consoles in the U.S. starting in October due to "changes in the macroeconomic environment."
- Rivals Sony and Nintendo have also raised console prices in the U.S. as Trump's tariffs went into effect.
- The most expensive Xbox Series X version, with 2TB of storage, will cost $799, up from $729.
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Microsoft hikes Xbox prices in US once again as tariff challenges persist
Microsoft said on Friday it is raising the prices of its Xbox gaming consoles in the U.S. for a second time this year, as the cloud giant's video game division grapples with tariff-induced cost pressures, strong competition and uncertain spending.
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Buying an Xbox will be more expensive from October after the new price increase announced by Microsoft
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