The Outer Worlds 2, Obsidian’s bigger and wilder sequel to the original RPG from 2019, was planned to be the first Xbox game to be sold at $80 when it arrives on October 29. However, just about a month after making that announcement,

Microsoft announces The Outer Worlds 2 will no longer cost $80, raising questions about what Black Ops 7 might cost.

"We’re focused on bringing players incredible worlds to explore, and will keep our full priced holiday releases, including The Outer Worlds 2, at $69.99 – in line with current market conditions," an Xbox spokesperson said in a statement to IGN. The company also said refunds for those who pre-ordered the game at $80 should be going out shortly.