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Xbox consoles are now much more expensive in the EU and UK

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Why This Matters

The recent price hikes for Xbox consoles in the EU and UK highlight the increasing costs consumers face due to global supply chain issues and rising component prices. This trend could impact gaming accessibility and consumer spending in these regions, potentially influencing the competitive landscape among console manufacturers.

Key Takeaways

We knew how much the US prices for Xbox consoles would increase before the change took effect on August 1, but it turns out the price hike is going to be even steeper for anyone in Europe. In the US, Microsoft announced back in June that the prices for its Xbox consoles would increase between $100 to $150, depending on the model. However, with the updated Xbox store page, we now see that European Union residents have to pay between 150 to 200 euros more, while UK residents have to shell out more than 130 to 170 pounds more for the Xbox Series S and X.

Here's the price breakdown for European markets:

Xbox Series S (512GB): €499.99

Xbox Series S (1TB): €599.99

Xbox Series X Digital (no disc drive): €749.99

Xbox Series X: €799.99

The price charts for the UK have also changed, as seen below:

Xbox Series S (512GB): £429.99

Xbox Series S (1TB): £519.99

Xbox Series X Digital (no disc drive): £619.99

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