# Microsoft hikes Xbox prices up to $150 before holidays

> Kids’ go-to Christmas gift gets pricier as Microsoft hikes Xbox costs Jun 27, 2026, 5:00 AM (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images) One of the most requested gifts for kids is about to get a lot more expensive.

- **Source:** [Seattlered](https://seattlered.com/economy/microsoft-xbox-price-hike-up-to-150/4119165?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a404231d2e4a413fa9a34ce)
- **Published:** 2026-06-27
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #apple #sony #microsoft #xbox #ai
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