Microsoft Launches $899 Xbox Series X25 Anniversary Console Preorders

Microsoft has officially revealed the price and preorder details for its limited-edition Xbox Series X25 console, a translucent green commemorative bundle celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Xbox brand. The console, priced at $899.99 in the United States, will launch on November 13, 2026, and includes a matching controller and a digital download of the game Halo Campaign Evolved.

Preorders for the Xbox 25th anniversary collection began on August 26, 2026, for select fans who received email invitations. Broader preorder access opened on August 27, 2026, at 7 a.m. PDT (10 a.m. EDT) through the official Xbox website and participating retailers in select markets. Microsoft has stated that supplies are limited and purchases are restricted to one console per customer.

The console itself is based on the current Xbox Series X hardware with 1TB of storage, but features a translucent "OG Green" shell that reveals internal components. Each unit is individually numbered with a unique laser engraving. The included Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition shares the same translucent green design and incorporates classic Xbox design elements, such as the original ABXY button colors and...