Xbox Series X and S: Buy Before Price Increase

Microsoft has recently announced a price increase for Xbox consoles, controllers, and upcoming games. The new recommended retail prices for hardware are effective immediately, while the price for new first-party games will rise to $79.99 starting this holiday season. If you're considering purchasing an Xbox Series X|S or a new controller, now is the time to act before the price hike takes full effect. While the new prices are already reflected on Xbox's official store, some retailers are still offering the consoles at the original prices—for now.

Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X - 1TB

Current Price: $499.99 (Going Up to $599 Soon)

• Get it at Amazon
• Get it at GameStop
• Get it at Walmart (third-party seller)

Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Edition - $449 (Going Up to $549 Soon)

• Get it at Amazon
• Get it at GameStop
• Get it at Target
• Get it at Walmart (third-party seller)

The Xbox Series X stands as the pinnacle of Xbox's current lineup, boasting the power to run games at stunning 4K resolution. As a proud owner, I find it surpasses even my PS5 in performance. If you prefer physical game copies, the standard model is the way to go. However, if you're comfortable with an all-digital library, the digital edition offers a $50 saving, which is a tempting option.

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series S - 512GB

Current Price: $299 (Going Up to $379 Soon)

• Get it at Amazon
• Get it at GameStop
• Get it at Target
• Get it at Walmart

Xbox Series S 1TB - $349 (Going Up to $429 Soon)

• Get it at Amazon
• Get it at GameStop
• Get it at Target
• Get it at Walmart

For gamers who are ready to go all-digital, the Xbox Series S is an attractive choice. However, it's worth noting its limitation to 1440p resolution rather than 4K. If this resolution suits your needs, the Series S is a fantastic option. It's available in 512GB and 1TB models. Considering the large file sizes of modern games and the cost of additional storage, I'd recommend opting for the 1TB model.

Xbox Wireless Controllers

Out August 13 - Xbox Wireless Controller – Sky Cipher Special Edition

Current Price: $60.96 (Going Up to $79.99 Soon)

Some Xbox controllers are also seeing a price increase, though not all models are affected equally. The pricing for controllers has been more variable than for consoles, so the impact of the price hike might be less noticeable. Here are the new prices for Xbox controllers:

• Xbox Wireless Controller (Core) - $64.99
• Xbox Wireless Controller (Color) - $69.99
• Xbox Wireless Controller - Special Edition - $79.99
• Xbox Wireless Controller - Limited Edition - $89.99 (up from $79.99)
• Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Core) - $149.99 (up from $139.99)
• Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Full) - $199.99 (up from $179.99)

By acting quickly, you can secure your Xbox hardware at the current prices before the impending increases take effect across all retail platforms.