The latest report from The Verge points out that with the price increase of the Xbox Series

According to sources, the price of the Xbox development kit has jumped 33% from US$1,500 to US$2,000.Just like Microsoft's previous announcement of a price increase for consoles, this price adjustment also "reflects changes in the macroeconomic situation."But unlike the recent Series X/S price increase that only targets the U.S. market, this price adjustment for the development kit will cover all buyers around the world.

The console development kit is already much more expensive than the retail version.They feature enhanced hardware and performance and are designed to test unfinished or unoptimized versions of various games.Developers also have access to a proprietary software suite when they connect the device for pre-commercial testing.

It's worth noting that the prices of such devices are often difficult to track, as the details are often protected by nondisclosure agreements and only shared by game developers with manufacturers such as Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo.

This price increase comes at a time when Microsoft has completely abandoned its image as the "best game trading platform". Now, with the combination of consoles and high-priced subscription services, it has become the "most expensive game platform."Industry insiders say that whether you play games or make games, Xbox will become the most expensive option.