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Although Microsoft has stated that the new tariff policies introduced by the Trump administration are unlikely to have a significant impact overall, the Xbox business is poised to feel some effects. The company has confirmed that, effective May 1, prices for Xbox consoles, accessories, and game titles will be adjusted upward, with console price hikes ranging from approximately $80 to $100.
Compared to the pricing announced in 2020—where the Xbox Series S began at $299.99 and the Xbox Series X at $499.99—the new pricing structure raises the starting price of the Xbox Series S to $379.99 and the Series X to $549.99, with the highest configuration reaching $599.99.
The standard Xbox Wireless Controller will now start at $64.99, while special editions will retail for $79.99, and limited editions will begin at $89.99. The Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller will see a price increase to $149.99 and $199.99 for its respective models. Additionally, the Xbox Stereo Headset will be priced at $64.99, and the Xbox Wireless Headset will now cost $119.99.
As for software, Microsoft’s first-party game titles will see a price increase to a starting point of $79.99 by the end of the year. However, the company will continue to honor the “Xbox Play Anywhere” program, which allows users to purchase a single title and play it across both Xbox consoles and Windows PCs at no additional cost. Whether third-party developers opt into the Xbox Play Anywhere experience remains at their discretion and is not mandated by Microsoft.
The company emphasized that these pricing adjustments are a response to varying market conditions and the rising costs of development. Microsoft stated that the changes were made following careful deliberation, with the aim of preserving and enhancing the quality of the gaming experience for Xbox users.
Beyond the U.S., Microsoft has also implemented price changes across Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, and other international markets.
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