Xbox Controller Hits Lowest Price of the Year
▼ Summary
– The author is a deals and gaming hardware editor who rejoined The Verge in May 2025 after a previous stint there and at Polygon.
– The Xbox Wireless Controller is highly praised for its comfort, multiplatform compatibility, and textured grips that prevent slipping.
– The controller is currently discounted ahead of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, with the black model available for $43.49, a significant price drop.
– A slightly more expensive bundle includes the black controller and a USB-C cable, eliminating the need for AA batteries.
– The controller can also function as a Nintendo Switch 2 controller when used with an 8BitDo USB Adapter 2, offering a cheaper alternative to a Pro controller.
Finding a high-quality, versatile gamepad at a great price can feel like a victory in itself. Microsoft’s Xbox Wireless Controller, which launched with the Xbox Series X and S, is currently available at its lowest price of the year. While the company’s broader console strategy faces challenges, this particular accessory stands out for its excellent design and wide compatibility. It’s widely regarded as one of the best controllers available, praised for its comfortable ergonomics, textured grips for secure handling, and triggers that provide great feedback during gameplay. Its built-in Bluetooth also makes it a seamless option for PC gaming and even the Steam Deck.
Ahead of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, several retailers have slashed prices on this popular controller in multiple colors. The standard black model has dropped to just $43.49 at Amazon, Walmart, and Target, a significant reduction from its usual $64.99 price tag. For those who prefer a different look, the white version is available for a mere forty-nine cents less at Amazon and Walmart. There’s also a convenient bundle option for the black controller that includes a USB-C cable, allowing you to forgo AA batteries by connecting directly to your console or PC. This set is priced at $44.99, down from $64.99, and is available through Amazon.
An interesting tip for Nintendo Switch owners: this Xbox controller can serve as a surprisingly effective alternative to a Switch Pro controller. By using 8BitDo’s affordable $20 USB Adapter 2, which plugs into the Switch dock, you can pair the Xbox controller for use with the console. It’s a budget-friendly workaround, though it’s worth noting the adapter supports only one controller connection at a time. This flexibility across platforms, from Xbox and PC to even the Switch, underscores the controller’s tremendous value, especially at this new, lower price point.
(Source: The Verge)
