Xbox 25th Anniversary Console and Controller Announced - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 07 June 2026 / 3,695 Views
Microsoft has announced a limited edition Xbox Series X and controller for the 25th anniversary of Xbox.
The Series X25 Limited Edition and Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition will launch in November.
View the reveal trailer for the console below:
Read details via Xbox Wire below:
o celebrate 25 years of XBOX built alongside players, we’re introducing the XBOX 25th anniversary collection. Inspired by the look and feel of the original XBOX console, both the console and controller feature a translucent OG Green design, with subtle tributes to the journey we’ve been on together. You’ll also discover a few hidden surprises throughout, as a thank you to the community.
XBOX Series X25 Limited Edition
For the first time, we’re bringing a translucent design to XBOX Series X, drawing inspiration from the original XBOX and OG Green so many players remember. The XBOX Series X25 Limited Edition respects our history, with the power and performance of the XBOX Series X, including 1 TB of storage, and a design that reflects where we’ve been and the community that’s been with us along the way.
From the moment you power it on, those details come to life. The iconic “X” lights up in green, a nod to the original XBOX start up, complemented by the XBOX 25th Anniversary logo on the front and other design elements that celebrate XBOX fans and classic hardware designs.
XBOX Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition
We’re also introducing the XBOX Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition[CL5.1] in translucent OG Green, showcasing 25 years of play inside. From the original ABXY colors, to the timeless green, every detail calls back to the beginning, including the bumpers honoring the original black and white buttons on the original “Duke” controller. The back case and battery door are fully transparent, revealing the classic XBOX logo.
The console and controller will be available together in select markets as a limited edition collection in November, with the XBOX Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition also available separately. We’ll have more to share on pricing and preorder availability at select retailers soon.
This is just one of the ways we’re celebrating 25 years of XBOX with you, the players who have made XBOX what it is. Thank you.
A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can follow the author on Bluesky.
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I want it so badly but I have an Xbox and they cost too much now
See through plastic was great, why did it stop?
Honestly, we need to go back to late 20th century/early 00s aesthetics in general, before the new wave of minimalism and "Millennial grey" became the norm. I'm tired of walking into places of business that look like a mid-life crisis in building form. Drab, dreary, soulless, and lacking any distinctive identity. Gag me with a spoon.
Even with electronics, I miss things like wood veneer and brushed metal and all the cool buttons and switches and knobs and VFDs in the 80s, and all the wacky colorful and often-see through stuff in the 90s.
Absolutely worst looking.
Didn't think I'd ever buy another Xbox controller...
But I'm definitely getting this guy!
That design is beautiful!
Looks really good, great choice.
I love the retro-style see-through look. Good to hear the controller is available separately. I already have a Series X, but I wouldn't mind getting that controller. It would be a nice complement to my 30th Anniversary PS5 controller. That way I have two current-gen controllers with vintage stylings to them.
I really hope the controller is sold separately. I don't need another Series X, but I would not mind getting that controller. I like the retro see-through look, and it would be a nice complement to my 30th Anniversary controller for my PS5. l just like vintage aesthetics.
Congrats to them I guess lol
Don't care what it costs... I want it. The black / white bumpers on the controller are a nice touch.
So cool, really hope they do a crystal one next!
That trailer was pure nostalgia. The console looks sick, but that bad boy is going to be $$$$
if they sell the controller separately, i might buy it for my PC lol
Xbox Series X with 1 TB and a disc drive is $649.99, so this will probably be $699.99. Or pricing will be the same as the normal black.
Looks great. A bit of a letdown to not have a 2TB harddrive though.
