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[AlexxKidd]

New Xbox Console Wraps – Experience the Power of Series X in Style - Xbox Wire

We’re excited to announce that Xbox Series X Console Wraps are launching this year, and pre-orders start today. There are three striking designs to choose from – a Starfield design and two camo colors to choose from, Arctic Camo and Mineral Camo.

news.xbox.com

We’re excited to announce that Xbox Series X Console Wraps are launching this year, and pre-orders start today. We know gamers want to be able to customize their consoles and show support for their favorite games, and we are delivering an option that’s more affordable and more sustainable than purchasing a special edition or limited edition console. With the launch of Series X Console Wraps, you can customize the console you already have.

EDIT:

looks like its $50?

Xbox Series X Console Wraps | Xbox

Personalize your gaming setup with an Xbox console wrap. Match your Xbox Series X to your style with different options for color and design. No tools required.

www.xbox.com

 

[nowhat]

...but why?

 

[analog_future]

Wow, looks very nice and high quality.

 

[AlexxKidd]

...but why?

They saw Sony making money with PS5 plates most likely.

Still don't know if this is better for revenue than dedicated limited edition consoles, but if Xbox is playing copycat to Sony on it they must believe so.

 

[Topher]

...but why?

Why not? dbrand has been doing this for years.

 

[Chukhopops]

Finally… a white XSX. Is the price announced already?

Edit: 49.99 USD

They saw Sony making money with PS5 plates most likely.

Still don't know if this is better for revenue than dedicated limited edition consoles, but if Xbox is playing copycat to Sony on it they must believe so.

There were faceplates back in the 360 generation, this isn’t anything new.

 

[nowhat]

Why not? dbrand has been doing this for years.

If you mean PS5 covers, sure, but this is like wrapping your console in a thermally insulating layer in case it gets cold.

 

[FoxMcChief]

...but why?

People like to customize their stuff.

Check out decalgirl.com

 

[Punished Miku]

Could be neat. Just depends on price and quality I guess. I'm slightly interested.

 

[Jibran#one]

This shouldn't be more than 10 max 20 dollars it's a sticker ffs

 

[Darsxx82]

Cool, but i want more options and colors.

 

[Punished Miku]

This shouldn't be more than 10 max 20 dollars it's a sticker ffs

Oh is it? I'm out lol.

 

[tmlDan]

looks like its $50?

Xbox Series X Console Wraps | Xbox

Personalize your gaming setup with an Xbox console wrap. Match your Xbox Series X to your style with different options for color and design. No tools required.

www.xbox.com

 

[Kilau]

If you mean PS5 covers, sure, but this is like wrapping your console in a thermally insulating layer in case it gets cold.

 

[xBlueStonex]

This shouldn't be more than 10 max 20 dollars it's a sticker ffs

It's not a sticker:

Designed to perfectly surround your Xbox Series X, the inside of each Xbox console wrap consists of soft, silicone print material. Each Xbox Series X wrap is fastened by a Velcro enclosure, no tools or adhesives required. Transform your console with Xbox Series X console wraps.*

 

[The Alien]

...but why?

Options

 

[Ass of Can Whooping]

If you mean PS5 covers, sure, but this is like wrapping your console in a thermally insulating layer in case it gets cold.

It's great for people like Riky who likes to tuck his X in at night

 

[nowhat]

It's great for people like Riky who likes to tuck his X in at night

You know, I probably have a too small font on this computer by default, but I misread one word there. And it still made sense.

 

[analog_future]

If you mean PS5 covers, sure, but this is like wrapping your console in a thermally insulating layer in case it gets cold.

I'm sure you know more about the thermal impact of these wraps more than the company that actually built the console.

 

[DenchDeckard]

OK...I'll buy one.

 

[Punished Miku]

It's not a sticker:

It didn't look like a sticker. If it seems high quality, maybe. $50 is a little steep. The Starfield hardware look is just awesome though. Tempting.

 

[Schmick]

This shouldn't be more than 10 max 20 dollars it's a sticker ffs

Its not a sticker (you can clearly see that in the short video, and by the description provided in the article).

 

[adamsapple]

Long overdue especially with Sony having different color / theme plates for a while.

Gonna get the Starfield one.

 

[Banjo64]

Great idea, like the PS5 face plates.

And like the faceplates, shocking pricing strategy.

 

[adamsapple]

If you mean PS5 covers, sure, but this is like wrapping your console in a thermally insulating layer in case it gets cold.

The wraps were designed specifically for Series X and have a custom, precision fit. Every detail was taken into consideration to ensure your console performance is preserved– vents are all clear, and small feet were added to the bottom of the wraps to ensure air can flow freely through the console.

Great idea, like the PS5 face plates.

And like the faceplates, shocking pricing strategy.

True, but that Starfield one looks so good tho.

 

[spons]

This shouldn't be more than 10 max 20 dollars it's a sticker ffs

I know it has been said many times, but it's not a sticker. Drive-by shitposting is annoying.

 

[Forsythia]

Are these stickers? If so, I cannot wait to fuck over my €50 wrap by misplacing it a few mm.

[edit] Okay, so not a sticker, that's better

 

[a multicultural team of v]

oh so suddenly series s parity doesnt matter i see

 

[mrmustard]

Very nice, but 50 is a bit much. Expect Aliexpress to 'adapt' this soon for like 20.

 

[Reaseru]

Finally...condoms for my Series X.

 

[Drew1440]

Looks nice, but if rather have proper limited edition consoles like the Halo Infinite model. They did lots of limited edition 360 and One consoles, some with custom startup beeps which were a nice touch.

 

[Ozriel]

They saw Sony making money with PS5 plates most likely.

Still don't know if this is better for revenue than dedicated limited edition consoles, but if Xbox is playing copycat to Sony on it they must believe so.

Microsoft has been heavily into customization for a while. faceplates for the 360, extensive design labs for Xbox One and Series controllers, custom Xbox One S consoles….

Are you new to gaming?

 

[Fbh]

Good idea.
$50 is bit high but if you want your console to look different it's still way cheaper than having to buy a limited edition one.

Not a fan of this design in particular though. When looking at it from the front most people who aren't in the known will probably assume it's a pride console lol.

 

[StereoVsn]

I will admit I am tempted by that Starfield one.

PS5 classic grey plates plus Starfield XSX would look pretty good.

 

[acm2000]

ngl, would consider that starfield design if they made a series s version

 

[Sleepwalker]

Alright you motherfuckers im in. Give some love to the XSX

 

[Ozriel]

This shouldn't be more than 10 max 20 dollars it's a sticker ffs

…it’s not a sticker though.

 

[Skifi28]

If they release any mini-fridge skins, sign me up.

 

[adamsapple]

 

[Kurotri]

Really like this idea and the Starfield one looks great, but 50 dollaridoos is a bit too steep for me.

 

[FoxMcChief]

I want one.

 

[lame gag1990]

Better than nothing I guess...

 

[Aguero9320]

That's nice. Not for me, but for people into this kind of thing that's a pretty clever way of doing it.

Any idea what the second part of this means? "Technical call outs detail actual console functionality, with an in-game twist."

 

[Topher]

They should make it so you can do custom ones alongside the custom controllers.

 

[Punished Miku]

That's nice. Not for me, but for people into this kind of thing that's a pretty clever way of doing it.

Any idea what the second part of this means? "Technical call outs detail actual console functionality, with an in-game twist."

The Starfield controller has little details on it that reference the ship controls in game. My guess is it points to the power and disc buttons in a way that references something in Starfield, but I don't know honestly what that means.

 

[Red5]

This would look awesome with the Starfield controller and headset.

Wish they would make official PC case mods for Starfield and other games like Cyberpunk, I know some exist but I don't think for sale.

 

[twilo99]

This would look awesome with the Starfield controller and headset.

Wish they would make official PC case mods for Starfield and other games like Cyberpunk, I know some exist but I don't think for sale.

Too much variance in case design, etc. It will be hard to pull off.

Microsoft just need to cave and start selling xbox branded PCs ..

 

[midnightAI]

you can make the exact same thing out of thin card for a couple of quid (and if your printer can print on thin card you could print it too, if not, thats what paint/pens/airbrush is for if you are creative enough.

The Series X is just a box, so making a custom sleeve is simple

 

[thatsafakewebsitebro]

This is infinitely better than a decal wrap in my opinion.

 

[ChuckeRearmed]

We need a design lab for that