The price war is heating up: The Outer Worlds 2 will be the first Xbox game for $80

The era of games for $70 is coming to an end for some companies, as Obsidian Entertainment and Xbox are preparing a real blow to gamers' wallets. It has been confirmed that The Outer Worlds 2 will be the first Xbox game with a price tag of $80. This is a significant event that points to a new reality in the world of video games, where development is becoming more expensive, and we, the players, will pay for it.

Here's What We Know

After the Xbox Games Showcase on Sunday, store data confirmed the higher price for this role-playing game. The premium edition, which includes early access and a DLC subscription, will cost $100.

Last month, Microsoft announced plans to raise prices for its Xbox consoles worldwide, and said it would charge $80 for games starting later this year. "We understand that these changes are difficult, and they were made with careful consideration of market conditions and rising development costs," Microsoft said in a statement. "Looking forward, we remain focused on offering more ways to play more games on any screen and delivering value to Xbox players."

This is the latest in a series of price increases across the video game industry. This week, Nintendo released the Switch 2 along with its first $80 game, Mario Kart World. In April, Sony announced that it would again increase the price of the PS5 Digital Edition in some regions (but not in the US). This reflects the general trend of rising prices in the gaming industry, where developers and publishers are trying to compensate for rising costs. However, Sony does not want to raise prices for games yet.

On Sunday, Xbox and Obsidian presented a detailed overview of The Outer Worlds 2 gameplay and confirmed its release date. The game is scheduled for 29 October 2025 on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass on the day of release, which is great news for subscribers of the service.

Source: Steam