Gathering the number of partnerships that Microsoft orchestrated on behalf of Xbox’s 20th anniversary, there are a few namely mentions that encapsulates the essence of Xbox throughout the course of the past two decades. For one, the arrangement with Adidas: so far the shoe brand has featured original Xbox-inspired Adidas Forum Tech and the Xbox 360 Forum Mid sneakers.
Outside of that arrangement, Microsoft also teamed up with Gucci to deliver a special edition Xbox Series X bundle which includes controllers and a themed carrying case. More notably is that the bundle is priced at $10,000 before tax and it already sold out within days of it launching for sale. However, the most insane sight has landed this week.
In a new partnership with Swarovski, the two are arranging a giveaway for a crystalline Master Chief helmet and Energy Sword which will be part of a sweepstakes involved in the collaborations’ StockX ‘Campaign for a cause’.
Xbox and Swarovski unveiled two epic, crystal collectibles to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Halo and the anticipated launch of Halo Infinite. Two decades after the dawn of one of gaming’s most iconic franchises, Swarovski has recreated Master Chief’s iconic Mjolnir helmet, made from a singular piece of crystal featuring 140 facets, along with the emblematic Energy Sword crafted with 204 facets from 13 different cut crystal pieces, and two polished steel tips.
We’re thrilled to partner with Swarovski and deliver something really special for fans. Swarovski and Halo embody the same ideals of heroism and wonder – offering ever-present reminders of what self-discovery and imagination can do. Together, the exquisite pieces tell a story of innovation and inspiration, paying tribute to the impact of Halo over the years.
Jenny Miller, Xbox Global Partnerships
“In recognition of Master Chief’s iconic Spartan number 117, we’ve created 117 sets of Halo crystal collectibles, including the iconic helmet and Energy Sword. The stunning pieces will not be sold by Swarovski or Xbox. Instead, they will be available to the global gaming community via Swarovski official sweepstakes and StockX ‘Campaign for a cause’.”
On Swarovski’s website, there is also a dedicated page to apply for the ‘Swarovski x Halo’ sweepstakes. One question asks if your are interested in other video game collaborations, which lists: Minecraft, Fortnite, League of Legends, Tetris, PUBG, Super Mario Bros. & Mario Kart, Pokémon, World of Warcraft, Animal Crossing, Roblox, Call of Duty, Sonic the Hedgehog, The Legend of Zelda, The Sims, and Among Us.
Do you hope to win one of these crystal Halo items?
Source: Xbox Wire