Microsoft has announced new Xbox controllers themed around the season of Spring that just kicked off in the northern hemisphere. The new controllers stem from the Designed for Xbox label, which means these are Xbox controllers made by Microsoft’s partners and not Microsoft itself.
The Spring 2022 collection includes controllers from PowerA, Otterbox, and 8BitDo. The gamepads are meant to capture the feeling and tone of the “playfulness and whimsy that Springtime brings.”
The PowerA controllers feature mappable buttons on the back that players can use to program specific in-game actions. The controllers also rumble and vibrate, and they sport a 3.5mm stereo headset jack and feature a volume dial and a one-touch mic mute. These are wired controllers, and they come with a 10-foot cable. The PowerA controllers are compatible with Xbox One, Series X|S, and PC, and there are five pastel colors to choose from for $38 each.
Lavender Swirl – mesmerizing, swirly, psychedelic goodness.
Cotton Candy Blue – sugary sensation inspired by the sweetest of childhood treats.
Pink Lemonade – icy cold and refreshing design to brighten up any gaming session.
Purple Camo – pastel purple meets rough-and-tumble camo.
Pastel Dream – soothing fades that turn even the most stressful session into a smooth symphony of gaming prowess.