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Xbox Prices Jump Worldwide as Microsoft Hikes Costs Across the Board

Dennis Waweru by Dennis Waweru
May 6, 2025
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Microsoft has announced a global price hike for its Xbox Series consoles, accessories, and first-party games, effective 1 May 2025.

The Xbox Series X now retails at $599.99 (about KES 77,700) from $499.99 (about KES 64,700), while the Series S has jumped to $379.99 (about KES 49,000).

The increase also extends to accessories, with the standard Xbox wireless controller now priced at $64.99 (about KES 8,400) and the wireless headset at $119.99 (about KES 15,400).

Additionally, first-party Xbox titles are expected to cost up to $79.99 (about KES 10,300) this holiday season, aligning Microsoft with Sony and Nintendo’s premium pricing strategies.

For African gamers and retailers, these price adjustments could have major ripple effects. In markets like Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, where consoles are often imported and marked up, gamers may face even steeper costs due to currency fluctuations, import duties, and limited official retail presence.

A console that now costs $600 in the U.S. could retail for over $800 (KES 103,000) in parts of Africa once shipping, taxes, and reseller margins are factored in.

Microsoft attributes the price hikes to a combination of rising development costs, inflation, and new tariffs on Chinese-made electronics.

Analysts have pointed out that recently imposed U.S. tariffs on goods from China have increased manufacturing costs, prompting global tech companies to pass those costs onto consumers.

Despite the higher prices, Microsoft has confirmed that Xbox Game Pass, its subscription-based service that offers access to a wide library of games, will not see any immediate price changes.

This may offer some relief to African gamers, especially those with reliable internet access who are increasingly turning to digital gaming to avoid the high upfront costs of new titles.

This development raises important questions about the accessibility of next-gen gaming in Africa. With a growing youth population and rising interest in gaming culture, the continent represents a major opportunity for console makers.

However, pricing strategies that don’t consider local market realities risk leaving many players behind. For now, African gamers may need to rely more heavily on second-hand hardware, digital subscriptions, and mobile gaming alternatives.

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