Microsoft has just released two additional colors for the Xbox gamepads. The iconic console now comes in 12 different factory colors and designs with prices ranging from $59.99 to $69.99. Of course, you can always go for the Xbox Design Lab for your own custom colorway. Being able to choose the color of the gamepad's body, bumpers, triggers, d-pads, back, thumb sticks and buttons allows over 8 million possible combinations.
However, even with all the possible combinations in the Xbox Design Lab, you would not be able to replicate the colors of the newly released controllers. So if you don't want to go through the trouble of trying to find a color combination that you like and paying an extra $15-20, then you can go ahead and get these new colorways.
Unlike previous Xbox controllers which had loud color combinations, the newly released ones have a much simpler and toned down color. The first controller has a similar red body color to the Gears of War 4 edition controller, less all the printed logos. It also has a deeper red for the back and buttons compared to the black on the Gears of War 4 controller. It is currently available on the Microsoft online store for $64.99 or in partner retail stores.
The other controller comes in a deep, military-like green body and buttons, dark brown back and an orange joystick base. It is set to be officially released on January 24, 2017 but is already available for pre-orders as early as now. The Green/Orange controller also costs $64.99 on the online store.
Both controllers feature the textured grip, responsive thumb sticks and enhanced d-pads. They allow for custom button mapping and are compatible with any 3.5mm stereo headset. Controller range has also been doubled compared to previous controllers so you can play on Windows 10 PCs, Tablets and Xbox One Consoles from a comfortable distance.
