GoKawiilXbox opens limited preorders for $900 25th anniversary Series X bundle
Microsoft has begun early preorders for select fans of its translucent green 25th anniversary Xbox Series X bundle, priced at $900 and including a matching controller and a digital copy of Halo: Campaign Evolved. Wider preorders open August 27, with shipping set for November 15, close to the original console's 2001 launch date.
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The premium pricing—$100 above a standard Series X without the extras—shows Microsoft leaning into collector nostalgia amid rising hardware costs tied to component shortages like the ongoing RAM crunch. It also signals a broader marketing push, with accessory makers joining in to capitalize on the anniversary.
- Bundle costs $900, $100 more than a standard Series X of the same configuration.
- Public preorders open August 27, with shipping November 15, nearly 25 years after the original Xbox's debut.
- A standalone anniversary controller will be sold separately for $80, alongside third-party accessory tie-ins.
Xbox Wireless Controller (Xbox Series X|S) — If the $900 anniversary bundle is out of reach, a standard Xbox Wireless Controller gets you the same modern feel with textured grips, a hybrid D-pad and Bluetooth for PC and mobile play. It's the easiest way to add a second player for Halo without commiting to a whole new console.
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