Xbox prices hiked again in US amid Trump tariff chaos

Microsoft announced that it will be increasing the prices of its Xbox Series X and Series S consoles in the United States, effective October 2023. This price hike is attributed to the ongoing tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on certain imported goods, including video game consoles. The Xbox Series X, the more powerful and expensive model, will see a $50 increase, bringing its price to $549. The Xbox Series S, the lower-priced and less powerful version, will also be affected, with a $30 increase, now costing $349. The decision to raise prices comes as a response to the additional costs imposed by the tariffs, which have been in place since 2018. This move is expected to impact the affordability of Microsoft's gaming consoles for American consumers, who may have to reconsider their purchasing decisions as a result.