A new ‘Special Edition’ Xbox Controller model will be hitting store shelves in Australia and New Zealand starting 21 February 2023. Following the deep-sea inspired ‘Aqua Shift’ and moon inspired ‘Lunar Shift’ models, this time the Xbox team are taking gamers to deep space with this new ‘Stellar Shift’ model. Featuring a shifting blue-purple shimmer and “unique swirl grips that allow you to hold onto all of your gaming action”, this controller will be available from select retailers for $99.95 AUD, $119.95 NZD or local equivalent.
Below is a quick summary of the controller and its features, provided by Xbox:
Explore new adventures with textured grips on the triggers, bumpers, and back case that provide a better hold of the controller. Alongside is a hybrid D-pad that gives the Stellar Shift an accurate yet familiar input. While you are out making discoveries, you can utilize the dedicated Share button, which can seamlessly capture and share content with all your other friends like video and screenshots on the Xbox Accessories App. Using this app, you can also create custom controller profiles and remap your buttons to your liking. The 3.5mm jack allows you to connect any of your favorite headsets. Feel free to take your controller beyond the Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, with Bluetooth technology that allows for wireless gaming on your PC and mobile devices.
One special feature associated with the ‘Stellar Shift’ special edition controller is that it comes with a unique dynamic background which can only be unlocked by connecting the controller to your Xbox Series X|S console. For those who are into dynamic themes, you will be able to “bask in the deep purple and blue swirling design as you venture off to wherever your Xbox takes you”.
