Microsoft explains: That’s why the Xbox, unlike the PS5, is not more expensive

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According to Microsoft, there should still be no price increase for the Xbox Series XS.



According to Microsoft, there should still be no price increase for the Xbox Series X/S.

A few weeks ago, Sony increased the price of the PS5 by around 50 euros. The company cited the global economic situation as the reason. Microsoft’s announcement that there will be no price increase for the Xbox Series X/S for the time being was all the more gratifying.

But what is the current situation? In a conversation with Squawk Asia, Xbox boss Phil Spencer now spoke about whether it will stick to this statement or whether Microsoft will follow Sony’s trend. The result is in our favor.

Xbox Series X/S remains price stable for the time being

Spencer revealed that the company is constantly being re-evaluated and that it cannot be ruled out that there will ever be a price increase in the distant future. But currently there is no plans for the fact that the price of the consoles will increase:

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Spencer thus confirms what an Xbox employee has already revealed. The price of the Xbox Series X/S will therefore really not change in the coming period. This means that in the near future the following prices will apply:

  • Xbox Series X: 499 euros
  • Xbox Series S: 299 euros
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Meanwhile, the Xbox Series X is no longer as limited as it was when it was released. The console can currently be purchased at an RRP. We tell you in our GamePro overview article which retailers you should look out for the Xbox Series X:

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Reasons for price stability

Why are Xbox Series X/S prices staying stable? As a reason for the constant price, Spencer states that the customers are facing difficult economic situations and have become more insecure in many areas of life. It wouldn’t be “the right move” for Microsoft to raise Xbox Series X/S prices during these times.

Another reason could also be that Microsoft has never made big profits with the Xbox consoles themselves. Rather, the profits are generated through the sale of the games. The Xbox Game Pass is also a big flagship that is increasing Microsoft’s sales figures. So the company may not even need to adjust the price of the consoles.

What do you think of the statement that the Xbox Series X/S will not initially increase in price?

Reference-www.gamepro.de