Xbox prices just jumped worldwide and Trump might (partly) be the reason why
betanews.comPublished: 5/1/2025
Summary
Xbox prices have surged across consoles, controllers, and games as Microsoft grapples with higher costs. The price hikes are global, affecting Europe, Australia, and other regions, while falling short of solely blaming U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports for the surge, which may also be influenced by inflation and supply chain challenges. Hardware manufactured in China likely contributes to the cost increases, though not directly linked, and games like select first-party titles saw a price hike starting this holiday season.