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Aug 26, 2026 7:44 PM

Pre-Order: XBOX Wireless Controller (X25 Special Edition)

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Note: While this is the MSRP for this item, due to the popularity of this post and it being a limited edition model with possible low-stock we are promoting this to the Frontpage for those that are interested.

Various Retailers have available for Pre-Order: XBOX Wireless Controller (X25 Special Edition) on sale from $79. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Dmytro_B for sharing this deal.
  • Note: This is a Pre-Order Item with a release date of October 20th, 2026.
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  • Celebrate the legacy of XBOX with the XBOX Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition in translucent OG Green, featuring touches that go back to the original launch.
  • Look through the controller representing 25 years of XBOX technology carried forward—signified by the number 25 on the top case.
  • For the first time, see through the back case and battery door. Note the classic XBOX logo that goes back to the beginning.
  • Bring the past forward with ABXY buttons in original XBOX controller colors.
  • Travel through time with the green XBOX button set against black, like the first green X that burst through to introduce the world to XBOX.

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  • Offer valid for a limited time only / while supplies last.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Note: While this is the MSRP for this item, due to the popularity of this post and it being a limited edition model with possible low-stock we are promoting this to the Frontpage for those that are interested.

Various Retailers have available for Pre-Order: XBOX Wireless Controller (X25 Special Edition) on sale from $79. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Dmytro_B for sharing this deal.
  • Note: This is a Pre-Order Item with a release date of October 20th, 2026.
Available from:Details:
  • Celebrate the legacy of XBOX with the XBOX Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition in translucent OG Green, featuring touches that go back to the original launch.
  • Look through the controller representing 25 years of XBOX technology carried forward—signified by the number 25 on the top case.
  • For the first time, see through the back case and battery door. Note the classic XBOX logo that goes back to the beginning.
  • Bring the past forward with ABXY buttons in original XBOX controller colors.
  • Travel through time with the green XBOX button set against black, like the first green X that burst through to introduce the world to XBOX.

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Offer valid for a limited time only / while supplies last.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Written by Dmytro_B

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This X25 Special Edition Xbox controller is drawing attention as a limited edition pad with a Halo like look, clear top plate styling, and the familiar Xbox advantage of user replaceable AA batteries. The design gets praise for its shelf appeal and for nods to the original black and white buttons, while the battery setup is seen as more practical than built in packs. The biggest knock is the lack of haptics, and the standard potentiometer sticks raise stick drift concerns. That makes it feel more like a collectible with practical battery convenience than a feature packed upgrade.

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Aug 27, 2026 11:12 AM
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cbattoAug 27, 2026 11:12 AM
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Amazing
Aug 27, 2026 11:50 AM
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MOO7Aug 27, 2026 11:50 AM
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Quote from dfwtrucker View quoted comment :
Wired kills that deal.
They work with ZZZ or Wu Chang dongle, or reflash the firmware to be a wu changnor zzz dongle, or use a brook adapter, they all become wireless donle compatible with XBox and PS
Aug 27, 2026 12:42 PM
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JohnJ4907Aug 27, 2026 12:42 PM
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$80 for a basic Xbox controller that is going to just end up in my Xbox controller stick drifting graveyard after a few short months like LITERALLY every single other controller I have ever made the mistake of buying??? Yea... No thanks!

After decades of being an Xbox player, I finally called it quits last year for this exact reason! PS5's controller is a million times better in every way, and hasn't had 1 controller brake/have any issues!

Microsoft should be sued with a class action lawsuit due to them knowing this known issue and refuse to do anything to improve the problem.
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Aug 27, 2026 12:44 PM
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JohnJ4907Aug 27, 2026 12:44 PM
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Quote from shabazz18 View quoted comment :
What haptics are missing?
Have you ever used a PS5 controller? They have haptic triggers, and it's seriously a game changer!
Aug 27, 2026 12:49 PM
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JohnJ4907Aug 27, 2026 12:49 PM
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Quote from mkdenar View quoted comment :
Technically ~2020 when they shifted the dpad, usb-c, mic port built inBut I have really bad luck with these barely 1 year till they drift. They really should have put Hall effect at minimum in this
Bro.... preach!!! I have problem 20+ controllers in a bin that ALL have stick drift issues! I finally had enough and moved to PS5 and I haven't looked back a single time! Especially considering all Xbox exclusives are on PS5 now. However basically none of the PS5 exclusives are on Xbox for whatever reason haha.
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Aug 27, 2026 12:50 PM
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S3D3IAug 27, 2026 12:50 PM
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I hate to sound like the old guy, but $80 for a controller? Whaaaaat. Hard pass.
Aug 27, 2026 12:51 PM
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JohnJ4907Aug 27, 2026 12:51 PM
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Quote from ShetBoyardee View quoted comment :
My 20th anniversary one got stick drift after a year Frown
Yuuup!!! Microsoft needs to have a class action lawsuit filed against them honestly... They know damn well that this problem exists but refuse to do anything to resolve the issue despite pumping out new controller designs year after year!!

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Aug 27, 2026 1:24 PM
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FunkinyourfaceAug 27, 2026 1:24 PM
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Quote from JohnJ4907 View quoted comment :
Bro.... preach!!! I have problem 20+ controllers in a bin that ALL have stick drift issues! I finally had enough and moved to PS5 and I haven't looked back a single time! Especially considering all Xbox exclusives are on PS5 now. However basically none of the PS5 exclusives are on Xbox for whatever reason haha.
you need to learn how to fix your own controllers. sony, Ms, nintendo controllers all have stick drift issues. if you have literally dozens broken controllers already then its the way you play and its 100% going to happen with the ps5 controller
Aug 27, 2026 2:36 PM
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Armybro1Aug 27, 2026 2:36 PM
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Thanks for the link for Walmart. Everyone else sold out within a few hours of the release yesterday.
Aug 27, 2026 3:21 PM
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TenseLake564Aug 27, 2026 3:21 PM
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I may get this and swap the joysticks to TMR. This thing is so sexy
Aug 27, 2026 6:54 PM
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HappyCheetah589Aug 27, 2026 6:54 PM
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Quote from JohnJ4907 View quoted comment :
$80 for a basic Xbox controller that is going to just end up in my Xbox controller stick drifting graveyard after a few short months like LITERALLY every single other controller I have ever made the mistake of buying??? Yea... No thanks!

After decades of being an Xbox player, I finally called it quits last year for this exact reason! PS5's controller is a million times better in every way, and hasn't had 1 controller brake/have any issues!

Microsoft should be sued with a class action lawsuit due to them knowing this known issue and refuse to do anything to improve the problem.
PS5 controllers isn't any better. I ran thru 3 controllers already. I got the PS5 Pro controller finally and I know I gotta buy new ones soon but I'm going with Besavior Edge TMR Joysticks this time for $30 each. Should last me forever after.
Aug 27, 2026 6:58 PM
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Zoo06Aug 27, 2026 6:58 PM
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Kinda looks cool. Tempting.
Aug 27, 2026 8:51 PM
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EastMadeAug 27, 2026 8:51 PM
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Quote from JohnJ4907 View quoted comment :
$80 for a basic Xbox controller that is going to just end up in my Xbox controller stick drifting graveyard after a few short months like LITERALLY every single other controller I have ever made the mistake of buying??? Yea... No thanks!After decades of being an Xbox player, I finally called it quits last year for this exact reason! PS5's controller is a million times better in every way, and hasn't had 1 controller brake/have any issues!Microsoft should be sued with a class action lawsuit due to them knowing this known issue and refuse to do anything to improve the problem.
It's a limited edition controller. Ps5 controllers that are limited edition go for even more. The ps5 controller has the worst battery life of any controller I've ever used. You get 4 hours of battery on each charge, to the point where most users turn off the haptic feedback to get more juice out of it. At least with Xbox you have the luxury of switching your batteries and continue gaming. You can even buy rechargeable AA batteries for under $10 and boom, you don't need to buy batteries anymore. Also if your controllers are breaking that often, you need to figure out what you're doing wrong.
Aug 27, 2026 9:54 PM
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shabazz18Aug 27, 2026 9:54 PM
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Quote from MerryWriter428 View quoted comment :
Limited edition and it still needs batteries? Am I missing something? lol
Youre missing that user replaceable batteries are pro consumer, and nobody is using alkalines with these.

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Aug 27, 2026 9:56 PM
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shabazz18Aug 27, 2026 9:56 PM
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Quote from JohnJ4907 View quoted comment :
Have you ever used a PS5 controller? They have haptic triggers, and it's seriously a game changer!
PS5s also play PlayStation games. WTF does that have to do in with literally anything Xbox related?

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