Microsoft has announced a global price increase for Xbox consoles starting August 1, 2026. The 512GB Xbox models will increase by USD 100 while 1TB models will see a USD 150 price hike. This means that the Xbox Series S 512GB will have a price tag of USD 499.99. While Microsoft's announcement only covers global pricing for now, Filipino buyers should expect local Xbox console prices to increase in the near future as retailers and distributors adjust to the new worldwide MSRP. Reports from Technobaboy and Unbox have confirmed Xbox Game Pass price hikes in the Philippines. The console price hike applies to most countries on August 1 excluding US, Japan, Chile, Brazil, and Colombia. Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate monthly subscription prices will also increase. For yearly subscriptions, the price hike only applies until they renew subscription. Read more in our articles including "Microsoft to raise Xbox console prices worldwide" and "Xbox Game Pass gets huge price hike in the Philippines".
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May 22, 2013Microsoft has announced a global price increase for Xbox consoles starting August 1, 2026. The 512GB Xbox models will increase by USD 100 while 1TB models will see a USD 150 price hike.
This means that the Xbox Series S 512GB will have a price tag of USD 499.99. While Microsoft's announcement only covers global pricing for now, Filipino buyers should expect local Xbox console prices to increase in the near future as retailers and distributors adjust to the new worldwide MSRP. Reports from Technobaboy and Unbox have confirmed Xbox Game Pass price hikes in the Philippines.
Our coverage of xbox price hike includes: "Microsoft to raise Xbox console prices worldwide"; "Xbox Game Pass gets huge price hike in the Philippines"; "Microsoft hikes prices of Xbox Series X, Game Pass globally". Each article provides unique insights and information.