Xbox just turned 25, and Microsoft is not letting that milestone pass quietly. At the Xbox Games Showcase 2026, the company pulled back the curtain on two new hardware pieces built entirely around that celebration: the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition console and the Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition. Both look unlike anything Xbox has released before, and that is completely intentional.
A Throwback to Where It All Started
The entire design philosophy comes back to one thing: the original Xbox. Both the console and the controller use a translucent OG Green finish that directly references the look and feel of the very first Xbox hardware from back in 2001. For anyone who grew up gaming in that era, this is going to hit hard.
Microsoft did not just slap a green coat of paint on things and call it a day, though. The details throughout both products are deliberate, and the company says there are even a few hidden surprises tucked into the design as a thank-you to the community. That kind of attention to the fanbase matters, especially for an anniversary release.
What the Console Actually Looks Like
The Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition keeps everything that makes the standard Series X a powerhouse. You get the same hardware inside, including 1 TB of internal storage and full next-gen performance. The difference is entirely on the outside.
The casing is translucent OG Green, giving it that see-through look that defined a lot of gaming hardware in the early 2000s. Power the console on and the iconic “X” lights up in green, a direct nod to the original Xbox startup sequence. The front panel carries the Xbox 25th Anniversary logo, and additional design elements are scattered throughout that reference classic Xbox hardware. If you know, you know.
The Controller Is Where the Real Fan Service Lives
The Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition goes even deeper into Xbox history. It uses the same translucent OG Green finish as the console, but several individual design choices are aimed squarely at long-time fans.
The ABXY buttons use the original color scheme from the first generation of Xbox controllers, not the current white-on-black setup. The bumpers are designed to pay tribute to the old black and white buttons that sat on the original “Duke” controller, which remains one of the most polarizing and beloved controllers in gaming history.
The back casing and battery door are completely clear, showing the classic Xbox logo underneath. It is a small detail that makes the whole thing feel like a collector’s item rather than just another limited edition SKU.
When Can You Get It
Microsoft confirmed that the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition console and the Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition will launch together as a bundle in select markets in November 2026. The controller will also be available separately, so you do not need to commit to the full bundle if you just want the pad.
Pricing and preorder details have not been revealed yet. Microsoft says that information will be shared soon through select retailers, so keep your eyes open.
Is It Worth It
If you already own a standard Xbox Series X and are perfectly happy with it, this release is cosmetic. The hardware inside is identical to what you already have. There is no new chip, no added storage tier, nothing that changes how games actually run.
But that is kind of missing the point. This is an anniversary product for people who care about Xbox history. The translucent green shell, the Duke controller tribute, the lit-up startup X — none of that is for the spec hunters. It is for the person who remembers unwrapping that giant black original Xbox two and a half decades ago. If that is you, November just became a lot more expensive.
Microsoft has confirmed more 25th anniversary plans beyond this hardware reveal. Expect additional announcements closer to the launch window.
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