Microsoft confirms Xbox console prices are going up worldwide, some new games will cost $80 Price hike means 2TB Series X now more expensive in US than PS5 Pro. Image credit: Microsoft / Adobe / Eurogamer News by Tom Phillips Editor-in-Chief Published on May 1, 2025 Xbox consoles will now be more expensive worldwide, including in the UK, mainland Europe and the US, Microsoft has confirmed. Here in Europe, Xbox Series X will cost £499.99 / €599.99 - an increase of £20 / $50. The 512GB Xbox Series S will meanwhile cost £299.99 / €349.99 - an increase of £50 / €50. If you're splashing out on the 2TB Xbox Series X model, that's up £40 or €50 to £589.99 / €699.99. In the US, Xbox Series X will cost $599.99, up a whopping $100. The 512GB Xbox Series S will meanwhile cost $379.99, up $80. The 2TB Xbox Series X is now $729.99, up $130. The prices of some upcoming Xbox games will rise to $80 (UK price TBA) at the end of this year, though existing games will not increase in price. Still, expect this fresh pricing to roll out in time for Call of Duty 2025. To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue review - expensive and short.Watch on YouTube The prices of some accessories such as certain controllers will also increase, meanwhile, though the cost of Xbox Game Pass is staying the same. In a statement to Eurogamer, a Microsoft spokesperson acknowledged the price changes were "challenging" but a reflection of "market conditions" and rising development costs. "As of 1st May, we have adjusted recommended retailer pricing for our consoles and controllers worldwide," a Microsoft spokesperson said. "We also expect to adjust the pricing of some of our new, first-party games starting this holiday season to $79.99. Those titles purchased on the Xbox store have the benefit of Xbox Play Anywhere, allowing players to buy once and play on console and PC at no additional cost. "We understand that these changes are challenging, and they were made with careful consideration given market conditions and the rising cost of development. Looking ahead, we continue to focus on offering more ways to play more games across any screen, and ensuring value for Xbox players." The news follows a retail leak earlier today that revealed a €50 price hike for Xbox Series X/S in Europe, and months of speculation around Microsoft quitting some smaller markets worldwide. Last night, Microsoft reported a further fall in sales of its Xbox hardware during its latest quarterly financial results. But revenue from Microsoft's gaming division grew overall, thanks to money made primarily by Call of Duty, Minecraft and Game Pass subscriptions. Indeed, Microsoft said it was the top publisher on both Xbox and PlayStation for the quarter. More to follow.