Rumor: New Xbox Special Edition Controller has leaked

According to rumors, it appears that a new Xbox Special Edition controller could be released soon. In today's modern gaming world, controllers have become more than just an interface for playing video games. Many gaming companies have taken stylish design into consideration, offering a variety of controller designs. This is evident in the numerous colors of the Nintendo Joy-Con, as well as the special variants of Xbox controllers and PlayStation pads. The wide range of looks and styles has turned some of these items into coveted collector's pieces for many fans.

Most new designs are simply color variations, giving players the opportunity to own a controller in their favorite color. Some releases are associated with highly anticipated games that are coming soon, such as the Starfield Xbox Controller. There are also controllers that attempt to introduce something new by offering special features, whether it's a different button layout or ones with bonus themes like the aforementioned Starfield controller. Controllers have become a fashion statement for those who want to personalize their gaming experience.

According to a leak discovered by dataminer billbil-kun, Xbox is rumored to release an Astral Purple controller on September 19, 2023. No further photos or details have been provided, but Xbox Design Lab gave a visual hint of how the controller might look when it is released. Billbil-kun created a replica of the speculated controller using the available color options in Astral Purple on the Xbox Design Lab service, possibly with differences in some of the button colors. The potential price for the product is said to be $64.99 or approximately £59.99 in the UK.

Billbil-kun is considered a reliable source of information, as they have previously confirmed the mysterious Epic Games promotion from 2022 and other news, such as various PS Plus lineup leaks. Although they haven't provided further details about the mentioned leak, the numerous releases of special edition controllers by Microsoft in 2023 could indicate a high probability of this news being true.

The Astral Purple controller will join the list of many special edition controllers that Xbox has had since its introduction. With a wide range of options, Microsoft seems committed to providing players with their own personalized experience and choices that would define their preferred visual design. Many fans can expect a continuous stream of new color schemes and designs in the future as Xbox continues to strive for unique colors, designs, and styles, not only for its controllers but also for console accessories.

According to rumors, the Astral Purple Xbox Special Edition Controller is rumored to be available on September 19, 2023.

Source: VGC / Dealabs (translated from French)