Xbox Series X/S & Nintendo Switch 2 price may hike after latest PS5 price increase
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PlayStation 5 & PS5 Pro prices are increasing starting from April 2, 2026
It appears that the gaming industry is heading towards another wave of price increases. After the recent global price increase for PlayStation 5, it seems like Xbox Series X/S & Nintendo Switch 2 might be next.
Piers Harding-Rolls of Ampere Analysis, in a recent interview with Eurogamer has reported that he wouldn’t be surprised if both Microsoft and Nintendo follow the PlayStation in the near future.
Why are console prices rising?
According to industry analyst Piers Harding-Rolls from Ampere Analysis, the main reason is likely the ongoing surge in memory and storage costs.
These are very important components in the gaming hardware and their prices have remained high due to strong demand. This is particularly from the AI infrastructure.
Sony’s recent global price increases for the PS5, with the base model now at about $650 and the Pro version nearing $900, might set a precedent for others.
Harding-Rolls has also stated that Sony likely had the temporary price protection on components, which now seems to have expired. This might have forced the company to increase the prices.
Xbox and Nintendo could be next
The production cost is rising everywhere and Microsoft & Nintendo might be next to follow suit. Xbox Series X/S has already seen price adjustments in the past and we might see another increase in the near future.
Meanwhile, Nintendo has yet to increase the price of Switch 2, which was launched in 2025. However, according to the reports, it appears that the company has already made some changes to its pricing strategies for the games.
Conclusion
For now, there is no official announcement from Microsoft or Nintendo regarding the console prices. However, this new trend may suggest that we might not be that far away from the price increases.
What are your thoughts on this situation? Do share your thoughts and views with us in the comments section.
FAQs
Will Xbox Series X/S prices increase soon?
There is no official confirmation yet, but analysts believe Microsoft may raise prices due to rising hardware costs.
Is Nintendo planning to increase Switch 2 prices?
Nintendo has not confirmed any price hike, but industry trends suggest it could be a possibility.
Why are console prices going up?
The main reasons include higher memory and storage costs, inflation, and strong demand for hardware components.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a passionate gaming journalist who loves for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of game mechanics, Mahaksh brings an unique perspective to the world of gaming. Inspired by classics like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh is dedicated in sharing the magic of games with readers. When not writing or gaming, Mahaksh can be found cheering on WWE superstars or watching his favourite Anime.