Microsoft has recently announced an increase in prices for Xbox consoles, controllers, and upcoming games. The new pricing for hardware is effective immediately, whereas the $79.99 price for new first-party games will be implemented during the holiday season. If you're considering purchasing an Xbox Series X|S or a new controller, now is the time to act before the prices rise. The updated prices are already reflected on Xbox's official store, but some retailers are still offering the original prices, at least temporarily.

Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X - 1TB

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

• Xbox Series X - $499 (Going Up to $599 Soon)
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Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Edition - $449 (Going Up to $549 Soon)

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The Xbox Series X stands as Microsoft's flagship console, boasting the power to run games at 4K resolution. As an avid gamer, I prefer the Xbox Series X over the PS5, particularly for its capability to play physical games. 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 (Save 28% from $379.99)

• Xbox Series S 512GB - $299 (Going Up to $379 Soon)
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Xbox Series S 1TB - $349 (Going Up to $429 Soon)

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The Xbox Series S is ideal for gamers who embrace an all-digital future. While it's less powerful than the Series X, it's designed for 1440p gaming. If this suits your needs, it's an excellent choice. I recommend opting for the 1TB model due to the large file sizes of modern games and the high cost of additional Xbox storage.

Xbox Wireless Controllers

Xbox Wireless Controller – Sky Cipher Special Edition

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

Some Xbox controllers are also facing price increases, though not uniformly across all models. The pricing adjustments for Xbox controllers are as follows:

• 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)

These price changes are less noticeable compared to the console price hikes due to the varied and fluid pricing of controllers. Act quickly to secure your preferred Xbox products at the current rates before the new prices take effect.