
Xbox’s 20th Anniversary controller is back in stock (for now)
Source: Windows Central
Update 11/17/2021: This controller is now back in stock at the Microsoft Store, while supplies last!
It’s a special time of year right now. No, not Thanksgiving, Black Friday, or Christmas, even though those are all on the horizon. We’re celebrating an important birthday; Xbox is finally out of its teenage years and has hit the big 20.
There’s a lot going on around the 20th Anniversary celebrations, but in true Xbox style, there’s some hardware to celebrate. One of which I’d apparently forgotten I pre-ordered since it showed up completely out of the blue this morning.
This is the #Xbox20 special edition Xbox Series X|S controller and it’s easily my favorite to date.
You can see right through it
Source: Windows Central
On the front, the buttons are all themed to match the front panel for a bit of a stealthy look and the only other visual flare on the front is a subtle “20” logo that Xbox has been using on its promos for the 20th anniversary, and a green flash across the Xbox symbol.
This is more interesting than it first appears when the controller is off and it matches the rest of the theme. But when the controller is on and connected, the button glows white, illuminating the classic white and green Xbox logo.
Special touches around the back
Source: Windows Central
Source: Windows Central
Never have wiser words been said in the gaming world and it’s a fitting message as Xbox celebrates such a milestone. They’re doing awesome work in accessibility and cross-platform play, making Xbox a home for gaming for millions.
The only downside…
Source: Windows Central
It’s a shame because this is one of the best-looking special edition controllers that Xbox has ever launched. It keeps to the traditional theme of black and green for the anniversary and even the box looks great. I’m not entirely sure I’m going to use this one. Maybe on special occasions. Happy birthday, Xbox.
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