Microsoft Announces Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition Console for November 2026

[David_Schroth]

Microsoft announced the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition, a commemorative hardware release timed to the 25th anniversary of the Xbox platform. The console is scheduled for November 2026, placing it squarely in the holiday window alongside the broader Xbox Games Showcase narrative of renewed hardware and software investment. Details on the X25’s design and any […]

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[Grimlakin]

Sorry not sorry but meh... just.. no.

 

[DrezKill]

I want the controller. Not gonna grab it unless I find it for $40 or less, but yeah I'd be down for it. As for the system, it's a nice look for the system, but I'm not in the market for an XBSX, so kinda useless to me. It does bring to mind the dev kits for the original Xbox (and I think there was a Halo-themed original Xbox that looked similar as well), and a similarly-themed one for Xbox 360. I'm always happy to see not just more controller colors but more colors for the actual consoles.

 

[Marees]

does this mean, Helix is delayed ?

 

[Peter_Brosdahl]

I doubt it. Pretty sure that's always been a 27/28 target window. I think MS is just trying to figure out ways to tap into the 25th anniversary and sticking with their normal November console releases. I think they and Sony would like to hit a 2027 launch but it all comes down to DRAM/NAND pricing and availability.