Microsoft has just announced the Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller, the latest in its line of alternative colorways for the official Xbox Series X|S gamepad. Sporting a lovely dark purple finish that complements the black triggers, face buttons, and d-pad as well as its matte white rear side, we're anticipating it to be a highly sought-after variant of the controller.
Your best bet for pre-ordering the Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller will be from Xbox directly in all regions. Pre-orders are available now, with the controller releasing on September 19. US buyers can pre-order the Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller now for $64.99 from the official Xbox Store.
For UK shoppers, it's available to pre-order for £59.99. Availability in Australia has yet to be confirmed, though we suspect it'll go for the usual AU$94.95 when it becomes available to pre-order.
It's also worth noting that at present, none of the major retailers in the US or UK have listings for this latest Xbox Series X|S controller. Availability is currently limited to the official Xbox store, so you may wish to act fast with such limited stock.
Where to pre-order the Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller
US Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller pre-orders
Pre-order Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller: $64.99 at Xbox
Right now, Xbox's official website is the only place US buyers can pre-order the Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller. However, we will update this page with more retailers should they provide listings for the new colorway.
UK Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller pre-orders
Pre-order Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller: £59.99 at Xbox
It's the same story in the UK; if you want to pre-order the Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller, you'll need to do so through official Xbox channels. Once again, this page will be updated if retailers besides Xbox provide their own listings.
If you'd prefer to know the lowest prices for other Xbox Wireless Controller variants in your region, you can check the box below to potentially grab your favorite color for less right now.
Need a new Xbox pad now? Consider browsing our guide to the best Xbox controllers on the market in 2023, to find yourself a replacement Xbox wireless controller or a top third-party option.
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Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for more than two years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, as well as the latest and greatest in fight sticks and VR, Rhys strives to provide easy-to-read, informative coverage on gaming hardware of all kinds. As for the games themselves, Rhys is especially keen on fighting and racing games, as well as soulslikes and RPGs.