Microsoft revealed a limited edition Xbox Series X console and controller to mark the 25th anniversary of the Xbox brand. The new hardware features a translucent green design that pays homage to the original Xbox console aesthetic.
The Xbox Wire announcement unveiled the Xbox 25th Anniversary Console alongside a matching controller, both sporting the distinctive green tint. The limited edition release represents a nostalgic callback to the console that launched Microsoft's entry into the gaming hardware market in 2001.
Multiple gaming outlets confirmed the hardware announcement as part of a broader Xbox presentation. The translucent casing allows users to see internal components, echoing design elements from special edition consoles of previous generations. Video Games Chronicle and Pure Xbox both documented the reveal of the anniversary edition hardware.
The announcement came during what Microsoft positioned as a showcase of new Xbox hardware for 2026, according to Polygon. The 25th anniversary milestone represents a significant moment for Microsoft's gaming division, which has evolved from a newcomer in the console market to one of the three major platform holders alongside Sony and Nintendo.
Microsoft has not disclosed pricing or availability details for the limited edition console. The company also has not specified how limited the production run will be or which regions will receive the anniversary hardware. The original Xbox launched in November 2001, making 2026 the brand's 25th year in the gaming console market.