Buy Xbox Series X and S Before Price Increase

Microsoft has recently announced a price increase for Xbox consoles, controllers, and eventually games. The new recommended retail prices for hardware are effective immediately, while the $79.99 price tag for new first-party games will be implemented starting this holiday season. If you're considering purchasing an Xbox Series X|S or a new controller, now is the time to act, as the higher prices are already in effect on Xbox's official store. However, some retailers may still offer the old prices, but only for a limited time.

Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X - 1TB

Xbox Series X - $499 (Increasing to $599 Soon)

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

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

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

The Xbox Series X stands out as the flagship console, boasting the power to run games at 4K resolution. As a proud owner, I can attest to its superior performance compared to my PS5. If you value the option to purchase and play physical games, the standard model is your best bet. However, if you're comfortable with an all-digital library, the Digital Edition offers a $50 savings.

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series S - 512GB

Xbox Series S 512GB - $299 (Increasing to $379 Soon)

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

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

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

The Xbox Series S is perfect for those ready to embrace an all-digital gaming experience. While it has less raw power and targets 1440p resolution rather than 4K, it's an excellent choice for gamers on a budget. Available in 512GB and 1TB models, I recommend the 1TB version due to the large file sizes of modern games and the high cost of additional Xbox storage.

Xbox Wireless Controllers

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

Xbox Wireless Controller – Sky Cipher Special Edition - $60.96 (Increasing to $79.99 Soon)

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Several Xbox controllers are also facing price increases, though not all models are affected equally. The pricing for controllers has been more variable than that for consoles, so the price hikes might be less noticeable. Here are the upcoming price changes 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)

Act quickly to take advantage of current prices before these changes take effect.