(Reuters) – Microsoft’s Xbox () is raising the prices of its consoles, controls, original titles and other accessories, following similar measures from competitors as a function of US commercial tariffs, which have impacted global supply chains.
In a statement on Thursday (1), Xbox said it will increase the prices of its products in the US, Europe, Australia and the United Kingdom.
The most powerful console of the brand, the Xbox Series X, will be sold for about $ 600 in the US, an increase of $ 100.
The decision comes a few weeks after PlayStation’s manufacturer, signaling that manufacturers are preparing for higher production costs due to tariffs.
The PlayStation 5 Pro is being sold for about $ 700 in the US.
The consoles should be the main growth engine in the electronic game industry this year, with Nintendo preparing to launch the long -awaited Switch 2 in June.
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However, the high tariffs imposed by the Trump government to important manufacturing centers, such as Japan, China and Vietnam, have caused an increase in prices.
Some analysts warn that these rates may impair industry growth, as possible economic recession and increased inflation can lead consumers to reduce non -essential expenses.
Xbox will also increase the prices of certain original games to about $ 80, following Nintendo’s policy with “Mario Kart World”, which can establish a new standard in industry as development costs continue to rise.
