Microsoft's white Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is official, cheaper with stripped-back features Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Microsoft's white Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is official, cheaper with stripped-back features Upgradable via new component bundle. News by Matt Wales Reporter Published on 7 Sep 2022 62 comments Microsoft's frequently sighted white Xbox Elite Series 2 controller has been officially unveiled, and will arrive on 21st September with a cheaper price point and stripped-back features. The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core, as the device is officially known, comes with what Microsoft calls the "essential components" players need to "unleash [their] best game". Those include adjustable-tension thumbsticks, a wrap-around rubberised grip, and shorter hair trigger locks. It also supports button mapping via the Xbox Accessories app, and features a rechargeable battery capable of up to 40 hours of play on one charge. And, yes, it's white. Watch on YouTube Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 - Core trailer. All that will cost £114.99/$129.99 USD, which makes it around £45/$50 USD cheaper than the original, more fully featured Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. The latter, if you're unfamiliar, comes with everything in the new Core version, plus interchangeable components - including different thumbsticks, D-pad, and paddle shapes - a charging dock (and the Core's braided USB-C cable), plus a carrying case. Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and Core comparison chart. Anyone that opts for the new Core model will be able to purchase all those extra elements at a later date via the £54.99/$59.99 Complete Component Pack, which also releases on 21st September. Pre-orders for both the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core and Complete Component Pack are available now. Additionally, Microsoft has announced it'll be bringing a fully customisable version of the Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 to Xbox Design Lab later this year. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store