CRYPTOREPORTCLUB
  • Crypto news
  • AI
  • Technologies
Thursday, July 24, 2025
No Result
View All Result
CRYPTOREPORTCLUB
  • Crypto news
  • AI
  • Technologies
No Result
View All Result
CRYPTOREPORTCLUB

Microsoft backtracks on $80 The Outer Worlds 2 pricing

July 23, 2025
149
0

There's hope that the gaming industry won't follow Nintendo's lead with $80 pricing. (Well, at least not yet.) On Wednesday, Microsoft backtracked on the price increase for The Outer Worlds 2. The game now costs $70, which itself was considered outrageous only a few years ago.

Microsoft told Windows Central that those who already pre-ordered Obsidian's shooter at $80 can get refunds at the point of purchase. Unfortunately, you can't simply get a $10 price adjustment. You'll have to refund the full $80 and then pre-order again for $70. I'm beginning to think consumer-friendliness isn't the priority here.

Related Post

Intel confirms it will cut a third of its workforce by the end of 2025

Intel confirms it will cut a third of its workforce by the end of 2025

July 24, 2025
Starlink is experiencing a network outage

Starlink is experiencing a network outage

July 24, 2025

The $80 pricing push began with Mario Kart World. Comments by Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford initially suggested Borderlands 4 might have followed. Fortunately, 2K Games saw something in the backlash that made it balk; it's launching at $70. A Bluesky user summed it up in a reply to Obsidian's U-turn. "Consumer advocacy in this awful state of the industry WORKS," ‪@johnbrebbia posted.

Nintendo Store listing for Mario Kart World, showing it's $79.99 price.Nintendo

The gaming industry is caught in a godawful whirlwind of layoffs, studio closures and price increases. That's happening against a backdrop of rising costs for consumers. Meanwhile, the gaming industry is projected to reach $189 billion this year, a 3.4 percent increase. That's a combustible mixture if ever there was one.

Ironically, Obsidian's sci-fi RPG deals with themes of late-stage capitalism. The developer even deployed in-world satire to announce the pricing change: "Dear Galactic Citizens! We have received your SOS via skip drone about the pricing…" Winking at one's audience is usually a good thing, but this strikes me as more of a "dude, read the room" moment.

Regardless, The Outer Worlds 2 is set to arrive on October 29. It will be available for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/microsoft-backtracks-on-80-the-outer-worlds-2-pricing-173027532.html?src=rss

Share212Tweet133ShareShare27ShareSend

Related Posts

Intel confirms it will cut a third of its workforce by the end of 2025
Technologies

Intel confirms it will cut a third of its workforce by the end of 2025

July 24, 2025
0

Intel provided more detail about the scope of its planned job cuts and other business changes while sharing its second-quarter earnings results. Reports in April suggested that Intel could eliminate around 20 percent of its staff in a restructuring plan. Today, the chipmaker said it anticipates having a core workforce...

Read moreDetails
Starlink is experiencing a network outage

Starlink is experiencing a network outage

July 24, 2025
Apple released the iOS 26 public beta: Here’s the full list of compatible iPhones that can download it

Apple released the iOS 26 public beta: Here’s the full list of compatible iPhones that can download it

July 24, 2025
Google will use AI to organize search results with Web Guide

Google will use AI to organize search results with Web Guide

July 24, 2025
iPadOS 26 preview: A long-awaited multi-tasking update pays off (so far)

iPadOS 26 preview: A long-awaited multi-tasking update pays off (so far)

July 24, 2025
Apple’s iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26 and watchOS 26 public betas are ready to download

Apple’s iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26 and watchOS 26 public betas are ready to download

July 24, 2025
Our favorite smart air purifier is currently 17 percent off

Our favorite smart air purifier is currently 17 percent off

July 24, 2025

Recent News

Intel confirms it will cut a third of its workforce by the end of 2025

Intel confirms it will cut a third of its workforce by the end of 2025

July 24, 2025
Investigating self-disclosure in the era of video communication and embodied virtual reality

Investigating self-disclosure in the era of video communication and embodied virtual reality

July 24, 2025

Ripple’s Chris Larsen Has Moved $140 Million in XRP to Exchanges During Record Surge

July 24, 2025
Starlink is experiencing a network outage

Starlink is experiencing a network outage

July 24, 2025

TOP News

  • Bitcoin Sees Long-Term Holders Sell As Short-Term Buyers Step In – Sign Of Rally Exhaustion?

    Bitcoin Sees Long-Term Holders Sell As Short-Term Buyers Step In – Sign Of Rally Exhaustion?

    534 shares
    Share 214 Tweet 134
  • The AirPods 4 are still on sale at a near record low price

    533 shares
    Share 213 Tweet 133
  • Ripple Partners With Ctrl Alt to Expand Custody Footprint Into Middle East

    533 shares
    Share 213 Tweet 133
  • Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition comes to the Mac on July 17

    533 shares
    Share 213 Tweet 133
  • HBO confirms The Last of Us season 3 will arrive in 2027

    533 shares
    Share 213 Tweet 133
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
Advertising: digestmediaholding@gmail.com

Disclaimer: Information found on cryptoreportclub.com is those of writers quoted. It does not represent the opinions of cryptoreportclub.com on whether to sell, buy or hold any investments. You are advised to conduct your own research before making any investment decisions. Use provided information at your own risk.
cryptoreportclub.com covers fintech, blockchain and Bitcoin bringing you the latest crypto news and analyses on the future of money.

© 2023-2025 Cryptoreportclub. All Rights Reserved

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Crypto news
  • AI
  • Technologies

Disclaimer: Information found on cryptoreportclub.com is those of writers quoted. It does not represent the opinions of cryptoreportclub.com on whether to sell, buy or hold any investments. You are advised to conduct your own research before making any investment decisions. Use provided information at your own risk.
cryptoreportclub.com covers fintech, blockchain and Bitcoin bringing you the latest crypto news and analyses on the future of money.

© 2023-2025 Cryptoreportclub. All Rights Reserved