Buy Xbox Series X and S Before Price Increase

Microsoft has recently announced a price increase for Xbox consoles, controllers, and upcoming first-party games. The new recommended retail prices for hardware are effective immediately, while the price for new first-party games will increase to $79.99 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 reflected on Xbox's official store. However, you might still find the current prices at some third-party retailers, though this won't last long.

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)
  • 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 Microsoft's flagship console, boasting the power to run games at stunning 4K resolution. I personally find it outperforms my PS5 in many ways. For those who prefer physical copies of games, the standard model is the way to go. However, if you're okay 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% off $379.99)

• 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

For gamers who are comfortable with an all-digital future, the Xbox Series S is a compelling choice. It's designed to run games at 1440p resolution, which might be a trade-off for some, but it's a fantastic option if that resolution suits your needs. Given the large file sizes of modern games, I'd recommend opting for the 1TB model to avoid running out of storage quickly.

Xbox Wireless Controllers

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

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

Some Xbox controllers are also seeing price adjustments, though not all are affected equally. The pricing on controllers has been more dynamic than on consoles, so the impact of the price hike may be less noticeable. Here's a breakdown of the upcoming price changes:

• 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 if you want to take advantage of the current prices before they rise.