Sony recently announced the PlayStation 5 Pro and set a price tag of $700. This price increased speculation about Microsoft’s strategy for the new Xbox console. A reliable source leaked the price of the new Xbox console.
New Xbox console could be cheaper than PlayStation 5 Pro
According to Doo Doo Jenkins, Xbox is aiming to launch its new console at $599.99. Considering that the PS5 Pro could set the standard for the next generation of consoles, this price is a surprise. Microsoft may be aiming to undercut Sony’s price and make the new Xbox more accessible. It also wants to gain a competitive advantage. Of course, it should be underlined that this price is not official.
It is unclear whether Microsoft is currently working on a next-generation console or a model like Series Pro. However, an update to the Series X seems likely after the PS5 Pro move. The $600 price tag could also heat up the competition.
The leaker previously revealed that Doom: The Dark Ages is coming to multiple platforms, Indiana Jones will be an Xbox exclusive, and the Marvel vs Capcom collection will be released on Xbox. Assuming these leaks are true, the price is also remarkable.
On the other hand, Microsoft announced that it will lay off another 650 employees in the game department. Director Phil Spencer stated that the layoffs will mainly affect the corporate and support areas of the company.
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