Among the growing list of Xbox controllers that are supported on the Xbox Series X|S machines are starting to become a mountain. For 2023 alone, the Xbox firm has shipped only one specialized controller for retail: the Velocity Green Controller. The new item was listed just in time for St. Patrick’s Day and also goes hand-in-hand with the iconic Xbox green as well.
Additionally, Microsoft did ship a new iteration of its line of elite controllers: Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core last fall. However, the new discounted model did happen to also pioneer new color options in March as well. In that, both Red and Blue were options for ordering online now.
With Earth Day nearing, Microsoft has revealed a new paddle to celebrate the annual holiday: Xbox Wireless Controller – Remix Special Edition. Made of recycled plastics and such brings a complementing design and color choice.
We aspire to create a future of gaming in a world that we want to play in. Earth Day is just around the corner, and it provides all of us with a special opportunity to reflect on how we can improve our impact on the planet. To celebrate this year, we’ve created an Xbox controller that features recovered plastics with one-third of it made from regrind and reclaimed materials.
Mixing post-consumer recycled resins with regrind consisting of previously molded colored parts creates custom, earth-tone colors with subtle variations, swirling, markings, and texturing – giving each Remix Special Edition controller its own look and feel.
Daniel Ruiz, Xbox Accessories Senior Marketing Manager
“Regrind is the process of mechanically recycling leftover Xbox One generation controller parts into a raw material that can be used to partially create new controllers – while maintaining durability and performance. Post-consumer recycled resins are incorporated from reclaimed materials like automotive headlight covers, plastic water jugs, and CDs.
“By incorporating these regrind materials, post-consumer recycled resins, and including the Xbox Rechargeable Battery Pack – Xbox is exploring ways to use less new plastic and reduce waste. Our goal is to bring fans along with us on our journey towards greater sustainability across the Xbox product portfolio. Visit the new Xbox Sustainability Hub to learn more about our commitments and explore a collection of controllers that use less new plastics.
“We drew inspiration from natural landscapes and the physical world around us when designing the Remix Special Edition controller. The various earth-tone colors create a patchwork effect , featuring bright pops of color that create a vibrant yet serene vibe. The bright green Xbox button, D-pad, and front case color are inspired by lichen found in the Pacific Northwest Forest. The bumpers, triggers, and side grip areas feature a topographic texture pattern, a nod to the earth’s dynamic landscape, while maintaining the tactility that our customers like.”
What are your thoughts on the new Xbox Wireless Controller – Remix Special Edition?
The Xbox Wireless Controller – Remix Special Edition is said to be priced at $84.99 starting April 18, 2023.
Source: Xbox Wire
