Xbox prices just jumped worldwide and Trump might (partly) be the reason why

As of today, May 1, Xbox fans are seeing higher prices across the board -- on consoles, controllers, and even some first-party games. You see, Microsoft has quietly rolled out changes with little warning, pointing to “market conditions” and “rising development costs.” And while President Donald Trump’s recently revived tariffs on Chinese imports seem like a likely factor, the story may be more complicated. The price jump isn’t limited to the United States. Microsoft confirmed that its updated pricing is being rolled out globally, impacting Europe, Australia, and other regions as well. That global reach means Trump can’t be fully… [Continue Reading]