Andre Yoskowitz
22 Jul 2008 15:53
Although it was announced last week that Microsoft was cutting the price on the 20GB model Xbox 360 in North America and Australia, there was not word on whether there would be a similar move for Europe.
A couple of UK retailers however have dropped the price on the same model, most notably e-tailers Play.com and Amazon which have dropped the price of the console to GBP 169.99 and 179.99 respectively. The lower price represents a £30 savings off the MSRP.
Microsoft spokespeople have said however that the situation must be "their own deal...It’s nothing to do with us.”
Industry insiders however see the price cut as foreshadowing for an official price cut coming at the Game Convention in Leipzig this August. There is also the possible introduction of a 60GB model just as in North America.
We will keep you updated.