Following the Xbox console and Game Pass price increases, Microsoft is now reportedly increasing the cost of Xbox development kits as well.

• Microsoft is reportedly increasing the prices of its Xbox development kits
• Development kits will skyrocket from $1,500 to $2,000, according to the report.
• This follows a series of controversial price increases for its consoles and Game Pass subscription tiers.

Microsoft, apparently not content with simply raising prices for Xbox Series X and Series S consoles and Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, is now turning its attention to Xbox Development Kits (XDK).

A report from The Verge reveals that development kits (custom Xbox units made specifically for game development) will increase in price from $1,500 to $2,000. That’s according to sources close to The Verge and an announcement for Xbox developers shared with the outlet.