Xbox Console Price Hike: New Prices for Series X, Series S, and Game Titles Worldwide

Xbox Console Prices to Increase Globally: Here's What You Should Expect

Microsoft recently made it official that Xbox consoles will rise in price globally, and this will impact UK, continental European, and US consumers. The price increase comes as a result of rising development costs and market conditions.

Price Cuts On Xbox Consoles

As of May 1st, 2025, both Xbox Series X and Series S have both increased in price by varying amounts depending on region.

In the UK:

• The Xbox Series X costs £499.99, £20 higher.
• The Xbox Series S in 512GB form will cost £299.99, £50 higher.
• If you would like to purchase the Xbox Series X in 2TB form, you will be paying £589.99, £40 higher.

On mainland Europe:

• Xbox Series X will cost €599.99, which is €50 higher.
• Xbox Series S 512GB will cost €349.99, which is €50 higher.
• Xbox Series X 2TB will cost €699.99, which is €50 higher.

In America:

• The Xbox Series X will increase to $599.99, increasing by $100.
• The 512GB Xbox Series S will increase by $80 to sell at $379.99.
• The 2TB Xbox Series X will increase by $130 to sell at $729.99, higher than the cost of the PlayStation 5 Pro at $699.

Xbox Game Prices Are Increasing as Well

Microsoft is raising prices as well. This holiday season, at least some of its own games, or its first-party titles, will cost $79.99 in the US. The price is both for physical and digital versions of the games, except that existing games will remain unaffected. The price increase will be applicable to big releases like Call of Duty 2025 and other high-profile titles shipping around holiday time.

Increases in Add-on Prices and More

In addition to price hikes in games and consoles, headsets and some Xbox controllers, too, will experience small price lifts in the US. However, how much users pay for Xbox Game Pass will remain unchanged at least in the immediate future.

The Reason Behind This Price Increase

A representative of Microsoft clarified that price hikes were due to increasing game and hardware development expenses as well as market forces. Despite those, Microsoft is still focused on providing value to Xbox users and extending its games' service to other platforms.

"We know that these changes will be challenging, but we weighed them thoughtfully," said the spokesperson. "We are still focused on giving users more options to play on any screen, and to bring maximum value to Xbox users."

Microsoft's Financial Outlook

Despite rising costs, Microsoft's gaming unit still sees growth in overall revenue due to flagship franchises like Minecraft and Call of Duty and from Game Pass subscriptions. Microsoft has become a leading publisher both on Xbox and PlayStation and is cementing its dominant place in gaming.

FAQ

Q1: Why do Xbox console prices increase in 2025?

A1: Xbox prices are going up because of market forces and higher development costs of hardware and games. The price hike is unavoidable in order to deliver the quality and innovation consumers are looking for.

Q2: When do Xbox game prices rise?

A2: Xbox game prices will increase starting this holiday season, as new Xbox first-party games will be priced at $79.99 in America. The price increase will not impact existing games.

Q3: Will Xbox Game Pass subscription costs rise in tandem with game and console costs?

A3: No, Xbox Game Pass costs aren't increasing at this time, even as console, game, and accessory prices increase.