Two new Special Edition Xbox Wireless controllers: the Xbox Wireless Controller – Phantom Magenta Special Edition and the Xbox Wireless Controller – Arctic Camo Special Edition, are both now available to pre-order!
First up is the Xbox Wireless Controller – Phantom Magenta Special Edition, the third controller in the Phantom Series. The design is rooted in sci-fi, influenced by the type of aesthetics found in “Ex-Machina” and “Ghost in Shell,”and blended with mysterious luxury to create totally unique designs. The Xbox Wireless Controller – Arctic Camo Special Edition, the second in the Camo series, takes on a very classic and iconic look. Specifically, the Xbox Wireless Controller – Arctic Camo Special Edition puts a technical twist on the popular Winter Camo white and grey color scheme.
Along with todays announcement of the two new controlles, Microsoft also announced Controller Gear's matching Xbox Pro Charging Stands. Let's take a look at the two new Special Edition Xbox controllers and newly announced Xbox Pro Charge Stands from Controller Gear!
Xbox Wireless Controller – Phantom Magenta Special Edition
Xbox Wireless Controller – Arctic Camo Special Edition
Xbox Wireless Controller – Arctic Camo Special Edition ($69.99) - By using frosted transparent resin in the camo pattern, the controller camouflages itself from the inside-out. The diamond-texture on its triggers helps maintain a level of extra technical precision in this series. The Arctic Camo Special Edition will be available in May (for USA, exclusively at Microsoft Stores and Walmart). If you want to lock yours down before then, you can pre-order yours today, worldwide, at Microsoft Stores and select online retailers.
Controller Gear's Xbox Pro Charging Stands
Microsoft also announced a better way to combine form and function with the all new Controller Gear Phantom Magenta and Arctic Camo Xbox Pro Charging stands. Designed for Xbox, Controller Gear’s Xbox Pro Charging Stands are built with the same high-quality material as Xbox Wireless controllers, so it’s always an exact match, and the magnetic contact system ensures a perfect fit and secure charge every time. Each Xbox Pro Charging Stand comes with a premium charging stand, battery cover, rechargeable battery, and 6-foot power cord. The Phantom Magenta and Artic Camo Xbox Pro Charging Stands will be available in North America for $49.99. You can pick up the Phantom Magenta Xbox Pro Charging Stand beginning March 17 at your local Microsoft Store, in person and online, and at select online retailers. The Arctic Camo Xbox Pro Charging Stand will be available April 27 at select online retailers.
Like all Xbox Wireless Controllers, both the Xbox Wireless Controller – Phantom Magenta Special Edition and the Xbox Wireless Controller – Arctic Camo Special Edition are compatible with the Xbox One family of devices. These new controllers will also work with Xbox Series X, Window 10, and mobile devices (when using your Xbox controller with a mobile device, your performance may vary depending on the device and the mobile operating system version). You can also take advantage of the custom button-mapping feature through the Xbox Accessories app. In select markets, these controllers come with 14-day trials for Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass.
For more information on any of these exciting new products, please visit Xbox.com or your local retailer, including Microsoft Store.
HyperX announced new additions across its award-winning gaming accessories and memory line-up at this years CES.
The new additions come off the heels of major HyperX market milestones – with over 10 million gaming headsets, one million gaming keyboards and 65 million memory modules shipped to date – and achieving a leading market share for PC-compatible headsets according to the latest NPD data. Since developing the first HyperX Cloud gaming headset in 2014, HyperX has produced 30 headset models, establishing itself as a leading PC and console gaming headset brand. HyperX has also started to diversify into the lifestyle market with its Cloud MIX line of headsets and a full network of “We’re All Gamers” brand ambassadors spanning different backgrounds – from Grammy award winner Post Malone to Dele Alli, international footballer and midfielder of Tottenham Hotspur and Marco Reus, national footballer player of Germany and currently team captain of Borussia Dortmund.
The latest HyperX line of products add new levels of comfort, convenience, customisation and performance designed to enhance gameplay at all levels. The new products will be available through HyperX’s network of retail and e-tail outlets.
HyperX Cloud Flight S– Building on the success of Cloud Flight, Cloud Flight S is a wireless headset offering up to 30 hours of battery life and features free-standing Qi certified wireless charging. Sporting a closed cup design with 90-degree rotating ear cups, Cloud Flight S provides an immersive in-game audio experience with HyperX custom-tuned virtual 7.1 surround sound and 50mm drivers broadcasting at 2.4 GHz. Cloud Flight S includes a detachable microphone with LED mic mute indicator. The PC, PS4 and PS4 Pro ready headset also comes with intuitive earcup controls to adjust game and chat volume that is customisable using HyperX NGENUITY software.
HyperX Alloy Origins Gaming Keyboard – Alloy Origins mechanical keyboard is built using tactile HyperX Aqua mechanical switches and features RGB exposed backlit keys for brighter illumination with radiant lighting effects and five adjustable brightness levels. The keyboard features an aluminum body with an aircraft-grade brushed finish for durability and stability, plus a space-saving layout to maximise desktop real estate for ultimate mouse movement. The USB Type-C to USB Type-A keyboard cable is also detachable. Alloy Origins offers advanced customisation features for lighting and macros, including simple customisable per-key lighting effects.5 With on-board memory, users may save up to three Alloy Origins profiles for on-the- go gaming using HyperX NGENUITY software. The keyboard also includes 100 percent anti-ghosting and full N-key rollover.
HyperX Pulsefire Raid– Pulsefire Raid RGB is an ergonomically designed mouse for gamers who need additional buttons for key binding or to execute a variety of commands. Pulsefire Raid is designed for accurate, fluid and responsive tracking, without acceleration, featuring 11 programmable buttons and a Pixart 3389 sensor for accuracy and speed with settings up to 16,000 DPI. Customisable6 native DPI settings allow gamers to monitor settings with an LED indicator. In addition, the mouse includes Omron switches with 20M click reliability. Advanced customisation with HyperX NGENUITY allows gamers to set macros, adjust DPI and customise RGB lighting effects.
HyperX FURY Ultra – The FURY Ultra mouse pad features a radiant 360-degree RGB light ring and light bar that is customisable with HyperX NGENUITY software. The gaming surface utilises a micro-textured hard surface with anti-slip rubber base that offers performance, speed and stability.
New HyperX FURY DDR4 and FURY DDR4 RGB Speeds – FURY DDR4 and FURY DDR4 RGB modules are cost-effective, high-performance upgrades for Intel and AMD’s latest platforms. FURY modules include Intel XMP Certified or XMP-ready profiles and are ready for AMD Ryzen. FURY DDR4 and FURY DDR4 RGB will now be available in 3600MHz and 3733MHz frequency versions, 8GB and 16GB modules, and kit capacities up to 64GB.
New HyperX Impact DDR4 SODIMM Capacity Additions– HyperX Impact DDR4 offers powerful performance for small form factor machines. Impact DDR4 offers Plug N Play7 features for automatic overclocking to the highest published frequency within the system speed allowance and is Ryzen and Intel XMP-ready in capacities up to 32GB modules and kit configurations up to 64GB.
HyperX ChargePlay Clutchfor Nintendo Switch – The ChargePlay Clutch charging case for Nintendo SwitchTM features 6000mAh battery and LED charge level indicators. The charging case offers detachable rubber Joy-ConTM grips and a kickstand for gaming in tabletop mode. The charging case provides convenient and secure docking via USB Type-C connector.
HyperX ChargePlay Clutch for Mobile – ChargePlay Clutch for mobile offers a secure docking system that will clutch the mobile device tightly and is equipped with rubber-textured controller grips. The ChargePlay Clutch is certified for Qi wireless charging and offers a removable 3000mAh battery pack that doubles as a power bank with LED charge indicators and a USB port.
For more details head on over to the official HyperX website.
Looking for last-minute holiday gifts? Xbox has you covered with incredible deals on Xbox One consoles, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate memberships, Xbox Game Studios titles and more to help with your last-minute gift giving.
The holidays are the perfect time to join the fun on Xbox. Get up to $150 off Xbox One consoles or pair your console with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and get three free months when you purchase three months. You won’t want to miss out on these deals!
Be sure to visit the Microsoft Store, whether shopping online, in a physical store, or through an Xbox or Windows 10 device for these incredible deals.
Xbox One Bundles are Up to $150 Off
Available now, purchase any Xbox One X console for up to $150 off until 12/29. Give the gift of the world’s most powerful console with immersive, true 4K gaming paired with the season’s hottest games, including Gears 5, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, NBA 2K20 and Forza Horizon 4: LEGO Speed Champions for just $349.99. You get to choose which bundle is right for the gamer in your life.
Additionally, all Xbox One S consoles are discounted by $100 from 12/19 – 12/25. The Xbox One S is the best value in gaming and entertainment and is a great choice for families looking to purchase their first console. Pick up the Xbox One S bundle of your choice for just $199 right in time for the holidays.
If disc-free gaming is more your style, the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition is also $100 off now until 12/25 and comes bundled with Minecraft, Sea of Thieves and Fortnite Battle Royale with the Legendary Rogue Spider Knight Skin.
Gift Over 100 Great Games with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
Looking for a new game to gift the gamer in your life? What about over 100? Available now until 12/28 at participating retailers when you purchase three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, you’ll receive three months for free! Exclusions apply. With all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold and over 100 great games for console and PC for just $14.99 a month, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is the perfect way to discover your next favorite game.
In addition, directly on the console or at Xbox.com/xbox-game-pass we are still offering the first three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for just $1, our best deal ever. And for the first time, eligible Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members in select markets will also get 1 month of EA Access, 3 months of Discord Nitro, and 6 months of Spotify Premium as a membership bonus. Restrictions apply, see here for details.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate features hits such as the Outer Worlds, Gears 5 and Minecraft, and with new games added all the time, it’s a gift the entire family can enjoy together.
Big Discounts on the Season’s Hottest Titles for Console and PC
Just like Black Friday, we’re offering up to 50% off select Xbox Game Studios titles to give you even more value in the lead-up to the holidays. In addition to the titles below, our partners will offer plenty of discounts on must-have games like Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Borderlands 3, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, FIFA 20, NBA 2K20and more, so be sure to check out the Microsoft Store this holiday season.
From 12/19 – 1/2, you can get:
Gears 5 for 50% off
Forza Horizon 4 Ultimate Edition for 50% off
Sea of Thieves: Anniversary Edition for 50% off
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice for 50% off
Gift a Controller as Unique as the Gamer in Your Life
The holidays are all about gifting loved ones with something that is unique to their interests. Available now until 12/31, Xbox is offering free engraving with Xbox Design Lab so you can personalize a controller that will match your gamer’s passions.
Visit xbox.com, Microsoft Store and participating retailers for more details on availability and pricing as deals will vary between regions and retailers.
The all-new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 - the best Xbox controller you can buy - is available now. Get free shipping and hassle free-returns when you buy direct from the Microsoft store.
Designed to meet the needs of today’s competitive gamers, the all-new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 features over 30 new ways to play like a pro. Enhance your aiming with new adjustable-tension thumbsticks, fire even faster with shorter hair trigger locks, and stay on target with a wrap-around rubberized grip.
Tailor the controller to your preferred gaming style with new interchangeable thumbstick and paddle shapes. Save up to 3 custom profiles and 1 default profile on the controller and switch between them on the fly with the Profile button. Use Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth, or the included USB-C cable to play across your Xbox One and Windows 10 devices.
Experience limitless customization with the Xbox Accessories app. Utilize exclusive configuration options including deadzone adjustment and button mapping to voice commands such as “record that” or “take a screenshot”.
Stay in the game for longer with up to 40 hours of rechargeable battery life and refined components that are built to last. Charge the controller either inside or outside the carrying case with the included USB-C cable and charging dock.
What's in the box
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2
Carrying case
Set of 6 thumbsticks: Standard (2), Classic (2), Tall (1), Wide Dome (1)
Set of 4 paddles: Medium (2), Mini (2)
Set of 2 D-pads: Standard, Faceted
Thumbstick-adjustment tool
Charging dock
USB-C cable
With it's Adjustable Tension Thumbsticks, Shorter Hair Trigger Locks, Wrap-around Rubberized Grip, Re-engineered Components and more, the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller 2 is the premiere Xbox controller!
The Xbx Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 is available for $179.99 USD, €179.99 , £159.99, AU$249.95.
Microsoft just announced that Xbox All Access will begin rolling out starting with Australia on October 29, followed by the U.K. on November 5 and finally in the U.S. on November 18, with an all-new upgrade option for the next Xbox console, Project Scarlett. Purchase An Xbox One With Xbox All Access For No Upfront Cost with this Special Upgrade Offer Available For A Limited Time
With Xbox All Access, you get an all-inclusive Xbox experience with everything you need to start playing right out of the box for as little as $19.99 per month for 24 months (US pricing). The program is a great choice for players who want flexibility in their purchasing options and are looking for the best value in gaming. When joining Xbox All Access, you get:
With Xbox All Access, you get an all-inclusive Xbox experience with everything you need to start playing right out of the box for as little as $19.99 per month for 24 months (US pricing). The program is a great choice for players who want flexibility in their purchasing options and are looking for the best value in gaming. When joining Xbox All Access, you get:
Xbox Pass Ultimate includes all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold, including online multiplayer, and access to over 100 great games on console and PC.
Option to upgrade to Project Scarlett once its available in Holiday 2020
While Xbox All Access isn’t eligible to be stacked with any other discounts or limited time promotions, the price you pay per month is dependent upon which console you choose and saves players over $100 dollars compared to purchasing everything separately.
Microsoft just revealed information on the first wave of Xbox Black Friday discounts with exclusive deals on Sea Of Thieves and select Xbox One controllers. Xbox has something for everyone on your gift this list year, and at every price point.
First up, is a 50% discount on Sea of Thieves: Anniversary Edition, the fastest-selling first-party new IP of this generation. Join this multiplayer, shared-world adventure game featuring new modes like the story driven Tall Tales or The Arena, a competitive multiplayer experience on the high seas. Xbox Live Gold is required to play Sea of Thieves: Anniversary Edition and is sold separately.
Deals are valid starting on November 24 and run through December 2, 2019. Plus, Black Friday kicks off even earlier for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Live Gold members, with Early Access beginning on November 21.
Visit Xbox.com, Microsoft Store and participating retailers globally for more details on availability and pricing as deals will vary between regions and retailers. See here for more Black Friday deals from Microsoft Store.
Make sure you tune in to Inside Xbox at X019 on Thursday, November 14 at 12:00 p.m. PT for the full lineup of Xbox Black Friday deals.