The Xbox Wireless Controller, which remains a staple for both console and PC gaming, now costs $65. The Xbox Elite Series 2 controller now starts at $150, up from $145. The official Xbox Wireless Headset will set you back $120, $10 more than before. Microsoft’s gaming hardware will see price hikes outside the U.S. as well.

The Xbox Series X is now $100 more, while Microsoft says some of its new first-party titles will cost $80. But some retailers haven't increased prices yet, so buy now while you can.

Microsoft is increasing the recommended asking price of most Xbox hardware worldwide starting today and will start charging $79.99 for some new first-party games this holiday season. The announcement comes after "careful consideration given market conditions and the rising cost of development,