New first-party games released on Xbox Series X|S including Forza Motorsport, Redfall and Starfield will be subjected to a price increase in the new year.
Microsoft Gaming is joining other major video games publishers in hiking the prices of its major new first-party titles from $60 (approximately £49) to $70 (£57) at launch in 2023.
“This price reflects the content, scale, and technical complexity of these titles,” a Microsoft spokesperson told IGN. “As with all games developed by our teams at Xbox, they will also be available with Game Pass the same day they launch.”
Microsoft noted that regional pricing may vary and has not yet given specifics for other countries.
Other publishers including Sony, Ubisoft and Take-Two Interactive have announced $70 price points for certain new games in recent years.
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