Microsoft has unveiled a selection of brand-new accessories that will be available at the launch of the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X on November 10th, available to pre-order from tomorrow, September 22nd.
In addition to the previously revealed Carbon Black and Robot White controllers, you'll also be able to get your hands on a Shock Blue controller featuring a "striking blue top case accented by bold, black hybrid D-pad and ABXY buttons and softened by a crisp, white back case for an eye-catching look."
Here's a up-close shot of the front and back of the Shock Blue design:
For PC players, Microsoft is also updating its PC controller bundles to include the new Xbox Wireless Controller in Carbon Black (which also comes included with the Xbox Series X). PC players can choose between the Xbox Wireless Controller + Wireless Adapter for Windows 10 bundle for freedom of movement, or play connected with the Xbox Wireless Controller + USB-C Cable bundle.
All of these new controllers will work on Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, PC and even the Xbox One, and are priced at $59.99 USD - the same price as the previous Xbox controller.
These new controllers feature a more-inclusive, ergonomic design and performance-boosting updates now standard on all new Xbox Wireless Controllers. Textured grip on the bumpers, triggers, and back case keep you locked in and on-target, while the Elite controller-inspired hybrid D-pad enables greater precision with easier access to diagonals and sweeps.
And finally if you want to pick up a rechargeable battery solution for your new controller, you'll be able to do so at $24.99 USD, featuring a USB-C Cable to fully charge your controller in under 4 hours before, after or while you play.
You'll find links to all of these accessories below.
- Xbox Wireless Controller (Carbon Black) (Included with Xbox Series X)
- Xbox Wireless Controller (Robot White) (Included with Xbox Series S)
- Xbox Wireless Controller (Shock Blue)
- Xbox Wireless Controller + Wireless Adapter For Windows 10
- Xbox Wireless Controller + USB-C Cable
- Xbox Rechargeable Battery + USB-C Cable
Whether you’re upgrading your current setup, adding to an existing collection, or starting a new one, we’re as committed as ever to bringing you options and giving you choice in how to game with Xbox. We’re diving headfirst into the next generation of gaming and look forward to seeing where it takes us.
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Will Xbox One controllers work on the Series X??
Blue controller looks good. I'll be sticking with the Elite 2 controller. Ms really have done a great job and making everything back compatible is another sign that they're customer focused.
@Nexozi Yeah, the backwards compatibility for games and accessories is awesome.
@Medic_Alert Wow, I love it! Thanks for sharing, I'll try and highlight this ASAP.
@Medic_Alert Thanks! It's been a very busy month, let alone a busy day
Best of luck to everyone pre-ordering tomorrow!
I need that Shock Blue controller. Definitely getting it for use with my PC
I love the blue. Not buying it. I have 2 Elite v1's in boxes that will work fine with XSeX, no need to upgrade at all (I love that!), but the blue is darned pretty. Matches my Surface Pen and Mouse.
I suppose I can wait until the series S is available to buy for a new controller. You have to press A hard on my current controller which wouldn't be bad if it weren't a requirement to go faster on Tony Hawks 1 and 2. That game convinced me I needed to buy a new controller but none are currently available and I ain't buying no wired one.
I want to know if the rechargeable battery pack from the Xbox One S controller can work with these new controllers, and all you need is a USB A to C cable to charge it?
That blue pad is absolutely awesome 😁
@Medic_Alert Good to know cause I have 4 Xbox One controllers. Thanks for the info.
Does anyone know the file size of the Operating System? And is it the same size for both the series s and x?
@Medic_Alert Woah! The back of the box is so good!
I really want that blue one...love the little changes they made to the controller. Looks very modern.
The blue is nice, I won't buy it as I still have a perfectly good X1 controller to go wity my Series X when I do finally buy one.
But where is the SSD memory card ? I know it will probably be very expensive, but please do not hide it from us !
I'd really like to know an official price on this one.
@Tasuki Not only are the XB1 controllers completely compatible with next gen consoles, they can also be updated to improve the input lag.
The improvements are software so a software update is all that's needed to get the same low latency inputs the new controllers offer too
@BAMozzy That's definitely good to know. I didn't realize that.
Awesome, I especially love the blue controller!
More interested in the 1TB Memory Card.
Where's the price and pre-order for that?
For those asking about the 1TB Expansion Card, we've had no word on this yet but news is believed to be coming very soon.
I'm loving the fact that that they've kept removable batteries. Being able to easily swap or keep multiple on hand is so convenient vs having to crack the controller open when the battery no longer holds charge like I've had to with my PS4 controllers.
That said, this gives me -some- hope the Elite Series 3 will have a removable battery. The Series 2 doesn't and honestly that's my biggest complaint about it.
The lack of information on a chat pad is disappointing though.
@BAMozzy Do you know if I use the new controllers on Xbox One S the share button will work or not ?
@BrilliantBill Yes it will - but ONLY if you have the latest OS update installed. The 'new' controller is replacing the Xbox One controller - that is why I think they are taking the option to order a custom controller offline from October 1st to replace it with the new controller. Its full Backwards Compatible with Xbox One and the OS on the XB1 is being updated (if it isn't already) to work with the Share button too.
Its basically a 2020 revision of the Xbox One controller to add a Share button and just so happens to be packaged with Series S (white) and Series X (black) too
Wonder if and when we will see a Version 3 Elite...
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