Microsoft has finally announced the new price of the Xbox 360 Elite system, following many leaks online this past week. Today, Microsoft announced a $100 price drop on the Xbox 360 120GB Elite system. A $50 price drop is also being done on the Xbox 360 Pro system (60GB), which is being phased out.

Here's the new price structure of the Xbox 360 systems:
(new prices go into effect on 8/28/09)

Xbox 360 Elite - was $399.99 now $299.99
Xbox 360 Pro - was $299.99 now $249.99 (while supplies last)
Xbox 360 Arcade - $199.99 (remains the same price)

You can see the new packaging and contents of the Xbox 360 Elite bundle and Xbox 360 Arcade bundle here.

Here's the full announcement from Microsoft:
"Xbox 360 Drops Elite Console Price by $100
Xbox 360® today invites you to experience more fun, more entertainment and more ways to connect with friends and family at an even better value. Beginning August 28, the price of an Xbox 360 Elite console will drop by $100, now priced at just $299.99 estimated retail price in the United States.

On top of that, the Xbox 360 Pro console will now be priced at $249.99, reflecting a price reduction of $50, while supplies last. Starting at just $199.99 for the Xbox 360 Arcade console,Xbox 360 puts all your entertainment in one place so you can play games, watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, and, coming this fall, keep up with your Twitter and Facebook social circles, all from your Xbox 360.* And, as announced earlier this year, the Xbox 360 you buy today will work with code-named "Project Natal" and controller-free gaming in the future.

"With the holiday season right around the corner, it's already time to start looking for entertainment and gifts that everyone will enjoy," said Shane Kim, corporate vice president of strategy and business development for the Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft Corp. "If you're looking for deep experiences that don't require deep pockets, now is the time to purchase an Xbox 360. We've got the best games, a vast library of TV shows and movies, new music experiences, more ways to connect friends and family, and so much more on the horizon including 'Project Natal' - no controller required."
Entertainment for Any Occasion

Having an Xbox 360 at the center of your living room provides entertainment for any occasion. Whether you're a casual or hardcore gamer playing single player or with friends, you can enjoy hundreds of titles that fit your gaming style. Watch thousands of movies and TV shows, listen to music, and view photos in the comfort of your home. And share the fun with friends and family around the world through Xbox LIVE. With all of these experiences available for the holidays and the future addition of "Project Natal," which will work with every Xbox 360 sold today and tomorrow, the Xbox 360 system provides more fun for less.

*Xbox LIVE Gold Membership will be required for Twitter and Facebook when they are available, and is required for Netflix. Games, media content and Netflix membership are sold separately; a hard drive is required for storage."

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