The levy has broken, and Microsoft has drastically increased the prices of Xbox consoles, accessories, and games across the board. Naturally, fans are blaming Nintendo and the upcoming Switch 2, due to its higher price point, creating a new industry standard.
The Xbox has been a distant third in terms of sales, with the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch taking the lead. This has led to an era where Microsoft is now putting former Xbox exclusives on their competitor’s systems.
Those who were considering getting an Xbox in 2025 are in for a sharp shock, as Microsoft has announced a massive price increase in pretty much everything Xbox-related across the market. According to IGN, these price bumps range from $10 to $120 USD, and fans have been quick to point fingers.
Xbox Fans Are Blaming Nintendo For Price Hike
Naturally, people on Twitter/X have been sharing their disdain for the price increase by blaming Nintendo, thanks to the Switch 2’s higher price point for its console and first-party games, seemingly making a new norm.
Obviously, the ongoing tariffs are also likely a big factor here, but Xbox fans are calling out Nintendo as being the instigator for...
