Xbox Unveils Jaw-Dropping Special Edition Controller! Must-See Exclusive!

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Xbox continues to expand its collection of special edition controllers with the release of the limited edition Starfield and Stormcloud Vapor designs.

The Stormcloud Vapor controller offers users an exclusive dynamic background for their Xbox, enhancing the immersive experience. However, fans are eagerly anticipating dedicated designs for Xbox's Elite controller in the future, despite the abundance of special edition controllers currently available.

Xbox has unveiled a new special edition controller design to add to its already diverse range of stylish controllers. Alongside the Xbox Design Labs, which allows players to fully customize their controllers, Xbox has been consistently releasing new designs for its fans to enjoy.

In anticipation of Bethesda's highly awaited space RPG Starfield, Xbox recently introduced the limited edition Starfield controller, along with its first-ever themed headset. The Starfield controller features a white and gray NASA-punk theme with subtle pops of solid colors. It is the third Series X controller based on an Xbox first-party title, following Halo Infinite's green Master Chief-themed Elite controller and Forza Horizon 5's pink and yellow spray-painted design. Additionally, Xbox has also launched its first-ever eco-friendly controller called the Remix Special Edition. This controller is made using reclaimed materials and regrind, marking a significant step towards sustainability.

Xbox is set to release another special edition wireless controller this year, known as the Stormcloud Vapor controller. In a brief 15-second teaser on Twitter, Xbox revealed this new controller, which features a striking lightning-inspired design. The dominant color of the controller is navy blue, with black marble-like vapor wisps incorporated into the overall aesthetic. All thumb sticks and buttons are also navy blue, while the bumpers and triggers are black. The controller is scheduled to launch on August 8, and interested users can pre-order it from Xbox's store.

What sets this stylish controller apart is that purchasing it will unlock an exclusive Stormcloud Vapor dynamic background on the user's Xbox. The background is designed to match the controller, creating a visually cohesive experience with dark blue and black smoke-like wisps engulfing the Xbox home screen. This is not the first special edition controller for the Xbox Series X to offer an exclusive background for the console. The Starfield Xbox controller, for example, comes with its own motion-based background featuring topographic lines inspired by the game's art. Unfortunately, those who do not purchase the Stormcloud Vapor controller will not have access to this exclusive background. However, there are still numerous cool dynamic backgrounds based on Xbox games that are regularly added and available for free.

The Stormcloud Vapor controller launches just before a busy second half of August game releases and a packed rest of the year. Despite the variety of special edition controllers available for Xbox fans through Xbox Design Labs, it would be great to see dedicated special edition designs for the Xbox Elite controller, in addition to the current Master Chief offering. With highly anticipated Xbox games such as Hellblade 2, Avowed, and Fable on the horizon, fans can look forward to even more exciting controller designs in the future.