Microsoft has recently announced a price increase for Xbox consoles, controllers, and upcoming games. The new prices for hardware are effective immediately, while the $79.99 price tag for new first-party games will take effect during the holiday season. If you're considering purchasing an Xbox Series X|S or a new controller, acting quickly could save you money. The updated prices are already reflected on Xbox's official store, though some retailers may still offer the original prices for a limited time.

Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X - 1TB

Current Price: $499.99 at Amazon (Save 17% off $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 out as the premier Xbox model, boasting the power to handle games at 4K resolution. As an enthusiast, I find it outperforms even my PS5. For those who value physical game collections, the standard model is the way to go. However, if you're comfortable with a digital-only library, the digital edition offers a $50 saving.

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series S - 512GB

Current Price: $273.99 at Amazon (Save 28% off $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 caters to gamers ready to embrace a fully digital gaming experience. While it doesn't match the Series X in raw power, targeting 1440p resolution, it remains a strong contender for those not needing 4K. Available in 512GB or 1TB models, I recommend the 1TB version due to the large file sizes of modern games and the cost of additional storage.

Xbox Wireless Controllers

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

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

Several Xbox controllers are also facing price increases, though not all models are affected equally. The pricing for controllers tends to be more dynamic than for consoles, so the price hikes might be less noticeable. Here are the upcoming price adjustments:

• 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 now to take advantage of current prices before the increases go into effect.