<ul><li>Microsoft is increasing Xbox console prices globally, including a 27% hike for the Xbox Series S and a 22% increase for the Series X Galaxy Black model in the US.</li><li>Prices for certain new games from Microsoft-owned studios will also rise by 14% in the US, and the Series S in Europe will see a 17% price increase.</li><li>The price adjustments were made due to market conditions and rising development costs, according to Microsoft. The impact of Donald Trump's tariffs on Chinese products is indirectly affecting the gaming industry.</li><li>Sony and Nintendo have also been dealing with similar issues, with Sony increasing PS5 prices in some markets and Nintendo delaying pre-orders for the Switch 2 console following Trump's tariff announcement.</li></ul>

Microsoft raises Xbox prices globally amid tariff uncertainty

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