Microsoft has today shared some disappointing news with Xbox fans in preparation for 2023. Since the launch of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles back in late 2020, Microsoft hasn’t moved forward with increasing the prices of its games like some other video game publishers. Companies like Sony, Ubisoft, Electronic Arts, and many others have started making their respective “next-gen” titles retail for $69.99 rather than the $59.99 value that was seen for well over a decade. And while Xbox has avoided these price jumps so far, that won’t hold true for much longer.
Beginning next year, Xbox has confirmed that it will begin charging this higher amount for its own first-party games. This means that upcoming exclusives such as Starfield, Redfall, and Forza Motorsport will all now retail for $69.99. This amount will also seemingly go on to be the new norm for Xbox, which means…