The Xbox September update rolled out today, which announced a lot of exciting news, including the availability of the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 for a reduced price. Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 is a direct upgrade of the original Xbox Elite Controller released in 2015. Microsoft rolled out its successor, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, in 2019 as the preferred controller for its ninth generation consoles, the Xbox Series X and S.

The Xbox team releases an update each month that adds a bunch of new features to refine the gaming experience of its users. The September update is out now and comes with a host of new exciting announcements, with the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 at the center stage. Microsoft recently revealed that the Xbox Elite Controller would soon be available at a new price. The company has remained true to its promise and is now offering the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 at a reduced price.

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As per the latest announcement, fans can purchase the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 at a discounted price of $129.99. The company has reduced the asking price by nearly $50, but it should be noted Xbox gamers will not get supplementary accessories like an extra thumbstick and D-pad. Users will only get the core controller at this point and need to buy these accessories separately for $59.99 as a Complete Component Pack. The Complete Component Pack will include:

  • One interchangeable D-pad (standard).
  • Four interchangeable thumbsticks (two classics, one tall, one dome).
  • Four paddles (two medium, two mini).
  • One carry case.
  • One charge dock.
  • One USB-C cable.
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The September update also mentioned another intriguing feature of the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, the customizable Xbox button color. Players can choose from shades of red, green, and blue to produce more than 16 million hues. Gamers can configure the Xbox button color by opening the Xbox Accessories app on their Xbox device or PC and selecting the color tab, where they can also adjust the brightness settings. This menu comes with Hex Code support, allowing players to create the exact color they want.

Many experts believe Xbox Elite is the best controller ever made because of its several state-of-the-art features. Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 is made from high-end materials and designed to provide the most optimal performance. Wrap-around Rubberized grip, adjustable-tension thumbsticks, and shorter hair trigger locks are some of the key features of this cutting-edge Xbox controller.

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Source: Xbox