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 hardware prices are effective immediately, whereas the new $79.99 price for first-party games will take effect this holiday season. If you're considering purchasing an Xbox Series X|S or a new controller, acting quickly could save you money, as the updated prices are already reflected on the official Xbox store. However, some retailers may still offer the previous prices for a limited time.

Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X - 1TB

Current Price: $499.99 at Amazon
New Price: $599.99 (Save 17% now)

Xbox Series X - $499 (Going Up to $599 Soon)
- Get it at Amazon, GameStop, Walmart (third-party seller)
Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Edition - $449 (Going Up to $549 Soon)
- Get it at Amazon, GameStop, Target, Walmart (third-party seller)

The Xbox Series X is the flagship console from Xbox, capable of running games at stunning 4K resolution. As a proud owner, I find it outperforms even the PS5. For those who prefer physical copies of games, 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.

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series S - 512GB

Current Price: $273.99 at Amazon
New Price: $379.99 (Save 28% now)

Xbox Series S 512GB - $299 (Going Up to $379 Soon)
- Get it at Amazon, GameStop, Target, Walmart
Xbox Series S 1TB - $349 (Going Up to $429 Soon)
- Get it at Amazon, GameStop, Target, Walmart

The Xbox Series S is perfect for gamers who are ready to go all-digital. While it lacks the raw power of the Series X, running games at 1440p instead of 4K, it's still a fantastic choice. With modern games requiring more storage, I recommend opting for the 1TB model to avoid running out of space quickly.

Xbox Wireless Controllers

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

Current Price: $60.96 at Amazon
New Price: $79.99 (Save 24% now)

Several Xbox controllers will see price adjustments, though not all models are affected equally. The price changes vary more fluidly than those of the consoles, making the hikes less noticeable. Here are the upcoming price changes for Xbox controllers: