# Xbox console could cost $1800

> New report claims Microsoft's next Xbox might cost up to $1800 by 2028.
- Title: Xbox console could cost $1800 · NME | Shortify
- Summary: New report claims Microsoft's next Xbox might cost up to $1800 by 2028. Microsoft may launch a $1800 Xbox console in 2028 amid rising hardware costs.
- Keywords: xbox, project helix, microsoft, console, price increase, 2028, music, culture, cost, 1800, NME
- Source: NME — https://nme.com/news/gaming-news/xbox-new-console-project-helix-cost-release-date-handheld-3973749
- Published: 2026-10-21T12:06:56+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: xbox, project helix, microsoft, console, price increase, 2028, music, culture
## New Xbox console launch
A report claims Microsoft will launch Project Helix in 2028.
## Price speculation
The new console could cost up to $1800 according to a recent report.
## Cost challenges
Microsoft faces hardware component crisis with memory chip costs doubling.
## Price increases
Xbox Series S price rose from £249.99 to £429.99 in 18 months.
## Key takeaway

Microsoft may launch a $1800 Xbox console in 2028 amid rising hardware costs.