Xbox Series X/S is getting a major price increase, as Microsoft becomes the latest company to blame skyrocketing RAM and storage costs
Microsoft has announced significant price hikes for its Xbox Series X/S consoles, citing a massive surge in the cost of memory and storage components. The company is also discontinuing its 2TB model while introducing new financing options to help consumers manage the increased costs.
Why it matters
This reflects a broader trend of hardware price inflation across the gaming industry, driven by global supply chain constraints for essential electronic components.
Image credit: Eurogamer News by Matt Wales News Reporter Published on June 25, 2026 147 comments Microsoft has announced significant price increases of $100 USD and beyond for its Xbox Series X/S consoles, blaming the rising costs of memory and storage for the move.
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