Resellers Snag Microsoft’s 25th Anniversary Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition
Microsoft’s 25th anniversary Xbox—specifically the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition—has barely opened its reservation window before resellers started circling. Despite an early-invite approach intended to get the first units into the hands of committed Xbox players, listings now show up at prices that dramatically exceed the console’s official cost, while supply appears to be tightening at some retailers.
Release dates, platforms, and editions
| Item | Price | Release / availability | Edition details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition | $899.99 | 13 November 2026 (official arrival) | Includes X25 special controller and a copy of Halo: Campaign Evolved |
| Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition | €79.99 / $79.99 | 20 October (planned separate launch) | Available on its own from the controller release date |
Reservations for the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition began today, and resellers moved quickly. Within hours of the general reservation opening, advertisements began appearing with asks in the “several thousand dollars” range—far above the console’s stated price of $899.99.
Microsoft had tried to curb early scalping by allowing certain users—selected as especially loyal to Xbox—to reserve the console ahead of the general sales window. Those users were reportedly contacted via an email invitation. However, the company did not publicly outline the exact criteria used to determine who would receive the invite, and some players who say they are deeply embedded in the Xbox ecosystem claim they never received the message.
With the early demand apparently outpacing supply, availability is now the next pressure point. Stock is reportedly starting to run out quickly at some distributors, a situation that can further intensify resale pricing in the days ahead.
The Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition is tied to Xbox’s 25th anniversary celebrations and officially launches on 13 November 2026. The bundle is positioned as a collector-focused package, including a special X25 controller plus a copy of Halo: Campaign Evolved.
Separately, the Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition is scheduled to launch on 20 October, priced at €79.99 or $79.99.
For anyone considering a purchase, the immediate takeaway is straightforward: check official channels and authorized retailers for availability first. Paying thousands of dollars for a reservation that has only just gone live effectively feeds the same speculation cycle Microsoft’s early-invite plan was meant to prevent.
