Microsoft has recently announced an increase in prices for Xbox consoles, controllers, and upcoming games. The new pricing for hardware is effective immediately, while the price for new first-party games, set at $79.99, will take effect 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 prices go up. Although the new prices are already reflected on Xbox’s official store, some retailers are still offering the previous prices, but this won't last long.

Current Price: $499.99 at Amazon (Save 17% off $599.99)
Xbox Series X - $499 (Going Up to $599 Soon)
Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Edition - $449 (Going Up to $549 Soon)
The Xbox Series X is Microsoft's flagship console, boasting the power to run games at 4K resolution. It's an impressive machine, and I personally prefer it over my PS5. For those who enjoy physical copies of games, the standard model is ideal. However, if you're comfortable with a digital-only library, the digital edition offers a $50 saving.

Current Price: $273.99 at Amazon (Save 28% off $379.99)
Xbox Series S 512GB - $299 (Going Up to $379 Soon)
Xbox Series S 1TB - $349 (Going Up to $429 Soon)
The Xbox Series S is perfect for those who are ready for an all-digital gaming experience. However, it has less raw power compared to the Series X, designed to run games at 1440p rather than 4K. If that's not a deal-breaker for you, it's a fantastic choice. Available in both 512GB and 1TB models, I recommend opting for the 1TB version given the large size of modern games and the cost of additional storage.

Current Price: $60.96 at Amazon (Save 24% off $79.99)
Several Xbox controllers are also seeing a price increase, though not all models are affected equally. Prices have been more flexible for controllers than for consoles, so the price hikes might not be as noticeable. Here are the new prices for various Xbox controllers:
Act quickly to take advantage of current prices before they rise across the board.