A new official batch of classic Xbox-inspired gaming accessories has been announced to celebrate the console’s 25th anniversary. Xbox is partnering with accessory manufacturers like Razer, 8BitDo, and PowerA to bring these accessories to fans in honor of this milestone. This release includes accessories for console, PC, and mobile players, covering the range of platforms Xbox games are available on.
The first Xbox console was released back in November 2001 alongside Halo: Combat Evolved as a launch title. 25 years later, and Xbox is recommitting its focus on exclusives under new CEO Asha Sharma with upcoming games like Gears of War: E-Day and Fable launching as Xbox console exclusives. Additionally, Xbox has been going all-out with retro Xbox-themed hardware like special 25th Anniversary editions of the Xbox Series X and Xbox controller for fans and collectors to enjoy.
Xbox Has Unveiled Its Official 25th Anniversary Accessories
The official Xbox 25th Anniversary collection of accessories features devices with that classic translucent green shell of the Halo special edition Xbox console and controllers, along with the Xbox 25 logo adorned on each accessory. Xbox is releasing an official 25th Anniversary Xbox controller, and now players can pick up other gaming peripherals to match it. These accessories are available for pre-order now on their respective manufacturer websites.
PC gamers can get the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K gaming mouse and Razer BlackWidow V4 75% gaming keyboard, as well as the Razer Hammerhead V3 X HyperSpeed wireless earbuds. For gamers planning to pick up the 25th Anniversary Xbox controller, the 8BitDo Ultimate Charging Dock offers a complimentary charging station that’s perfect for keeping this controller fully charged.
The Xbox 25th Anniversary controller launches October 20, 2026. Most of these accessories are expected to release on the same day.
Mobile gamers have several different options for Xbox-themed accessories, such as the slate of Backbone Pro controller grips for mobile devices. These controllers come in three different translucent colors: Crystal Clear, Iconic Blue, and Bold Orange, and are only available in blind box format, so gamers won’t know which color they get until they order. For mobile gamers wanting a green Xbox-themed controller, the GameSir X5 Lite offers the OG translucent green look without the fear of a blind box whiff.
The PowerA Xbox sling bag is the final 25th anniversary accessory on offer, and it’s perfect for carrying gamers’ other Xbox-themed accessories. This sling bag is a crossbody bag that’s designed to carry the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handheld devices, with four additional compartments for accessory organization. The wide range of accessories Xbox has announced as part of this collab reflects the diversity of platforms within the Xbox ecosystem, and Xbox fans should be able to find something worth adding to their gaming setup.
Source: Xbox Wire
