US EditionOne of Microsoft's Most Popular Products Is About to Skyrocket in Price
- Microsoft announced on May 1, 2025, that it increased prices for Xbox Series S consoles, controllers, headsets, and first-party games in the U.S.
- These price hikes follow broader industry trends driven by rising development costs and changing market conditions, as seen also in Nintendo and Sony's recent announcements.
- Key details include an $80 increase for the Xbox Series S, now priced at $379.99, and first-party games rising to $79.99 starting this holiday season.
- GameStop acknowledged the challenges these increases create and offered preowned products to help ease financial pressure, stating, "We know price changes aren't easy."
- This coordinated price growth signals continued adjustment across the gaming industry, reflecting high costs in AAA development and evolving consumer market conditions.
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