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HISTORICAL FACTS: Xbox - The Untold Story

"This doesn’t represent pre-order data," Xbox disputes reports of PS5 crushing GTA 6 preorder demand

Xbox clarifies that affiliate links aren't sales data, refuting viral claims of PS5's 8-to-1 lead in GTA 6 preorder

Windows Central

As hardware like the Steam Machine gets more expensive, GTA 6 will have fans "eagerly" spending, analyst says

"Why spend $1,000 on a new console when you can spend only a fraction on one of the best franchises around?"

GamesRadar

GTA 6 shows signs of life, Bungie in crisis, and why one Xbox developer is excited to still be bringing its game to PS5

For members of the GamesRadar+ Community, here's six stories we recommend you read this weekend

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Xbox Price Hike Is Coming Due to RAM Crisis, But Here's Why You Shouldn't Buy Now

Microsoft's price hike on current-gen Xbox consoles is coming, but there is no reason to rush now to enjoy the old pricing.

Player One

I'm buying a PS5 Pro now before the price goes up –here's why that's likely

Take heed from the Xbox boss's announcement

PlayStation 5 sales keep plummeting as hardware prices show no sign of dropping

Thanks, AI.

Destructoid

GTA 6 launch means "demand will likely outstrip supply" for consoles in November, warns major retailer

Xbox will have a "severe limitation" on stock

GamesRadar

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New report reveals the Nintendo Switch 2 is the second fastest-selling video game hardware in US history, as Xbox and PS5 unit sales struggle

The Nintendo Switch 2 has hit a new sales record in the US in its first 12 months of release, but Xbox and PS5 console unit sales have seen a steep decline.

TechRadar

Xbox dramatically increases price of consoles and says industry is ‘struggling’

Microsoft and other console makers have been hit by global crisis

The Independent UK

Think Xbox's price rise is bad? New boss confirms it could double by end of next year

We're in for a fairly torrid gaming time

New report suggests retailers may run out of PS5 and Xbox stock 'around the launch of GTA 6' — 'Demand will likely outstrip supply during the year end period'

Retailers could run out of stock for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Series S consoles during the holiday season due to the upcoming release of GTA 6.

TechRadar

GTA 6 disc version could be coming after all – trusted leaker suggests Grand Theft Auto VI physical disc edition will follow after launch

GTA 6's digital code in a box pre-orders could be replaced with an actual disc, it's said

Why Microsoft Is Making Xbox More Expensive Starting August 1?

You've finally decided it's time to buy an Xbox. Maybe you've been saving up for months or waiting for the right deal. But before you hit that "Buy Now" button, there's something you should know. Microsoft is increasing Xbox console prices worldwide from August 1, and the reason may surprise…

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Microsoft and Apple raise prices as AI-driven chip shortages hit Xbox, Macs and iPads

Microsoft and Apple are raising prices for Xbox consoles, Macs and iPads as the AI boom sends memory chip costs soaring, with prices increasing by up to $300 (about €265) and as much as 25%, depending on the product.

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As Steam Machine and Xbox are latest to fall to the RAMpocalpyse, Micron CEO says RAM shortages won't ease until 2028, probably

The leading memory producer says "tight conditions" will continue through 2027, "gradually improve" in 2028

Tom’s Guide

Microsoft blames "components crisis" for rising Xbox prices amidst AI greed, which was partly caused by...Microsoft?

Xbox announced new price increases for the Xbox Series X and S and sunsetting of the 2TB version.

PC Gamer

It's not layoffs, but you can see them from here: Numerous Compulsion Games employees are looking for new jobs

The sudden influx of "open to work" posts suggests that fears of major Xbox layoffs in the near future are well founded.

The Economic Times

Xbox to raise console prices worldwide from August

Groups representing automakers, retailers, electronics firms and others had ‌warned earlier ⁠this ⁠month that the increasing demand for memory chips could lead to dramatic price hikes in U.S. consumer goods and disrupt supply chains.

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XBOX hikes console prices by up to $150, 2TB model discontinued

$100 bump for 512GB models, and $150 for $1TB ones.

GamesRadar

Xbox announces another console price hike, this time $100 more for the 512 GB and $150 for 1TB

The cheapest Xbox Series S now costs what the disc-equipped Xbox Series X cost at launch 6 years ago

Windows Central

Microsoft and Xbox announce another console price hike, and this one is steep — things may get even worse in 2027, all thanks to AI and memory shortages

The cost of Xbox Series X|S consoles is about to climb by $100 or more, with Microsoft announcing new price hikes amid tech's ongoing hardware crisis.

TechRadar

Xbox console prices are about to rise for the second time in a year, just before GTA 6 — so you really don't want to miss this Xbox Series X deal at Walmart while it lasts

Rising by at least $100 and up to $150, depending on the version

PC Gamer

When the heck is GTA 6 going to release on PC?

We're expecting to wait about a year, and for Rockstar to keep playing coy about the PC version.

Player One

Xbox Unveils New Console Update That Brings Massive Changes, Improvements

Xbox has dropped a new upgrade to its consoles, and it brings massive changes and improvements.

TechRadar

My two favorite premium controllers are perfect for playing GTA 6 on PS5 or Xbox — and both are discounted right now

Two of my favourite premium controllers are on offer right now and are perfect for playing GTA 6 on either PS5 or Xbox

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