It's always fun when Xbox gets to release special edition consoles - the Xbox One generation culminated with a stunning Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox One X - but unfortunately the Series X and S haven't received the same treatment yet.
As you might expect, this is primarily due to chip shortages, but Xbox boss Phil Spencer confirmed as part of yesterday's IGN Unlocked 500 podcast that the team still wants to bring out some limited edition consoles in the future.
He mentioned that there are "certain moments that are going to be special that we'll want to celebrate", but also warned that the "chip shortage will be with us for a while", and the focus is simply on building more consoles in general.
In regards to the demand, he noted that fans are still more eager than ever to get their hands on an Xbox Series X or S, and Microsoft is being very bullish in putting in huge orders for the two consoles right now.
What special edition Xbox Series X|S consoles do you think we'll see? Tell us in the comments below.
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I wouldn't be surprised to see a Halo Xbox Series X/S special edition when the game is released. Would make sense.
New versions of the Series console? Almost like an iteration right? Huh.
Making more standard models is the right call for now. Scalpers would only screw us all over if a special edition released anyway.
@Marvel_Ham No, he's referring to special edition consoles. Like a Halo themed console, for example.
I could definitely see them doing a Starfield special edition next year if they're able to. Id love to see a Fable special edition if and when that game comes out.
Me thinks they need to focus on getting standard series x stock in shops for now.
The competition struggles for stock so the moment is there to take advantage.
Aren't all Series X consoles Limited Editions right now? 😒
Halo for sure
Starfield
Forza Motorsport
As much as I like these limited edition consoles I have never bought one, I've always already owned the console already and not thought it worthwhile to sell mine and buy one.
That said I almost bought the Forza 6 one, that was a nice console and controller.
With as hard as it is to get the consoles, this is one of the few areas I would like Microsoft to go the Nintendo route and just make official skins instead. (And yes, I know Nintendo has some special edition Switches out there). Have a small selection of game themed skins and maybe just some basic designs too, calling back to the 360 faceplates (which really was an awesome idea I loved).
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