Designed for Xbox premiered its first collection with a variety of gaming accessories in playful pastel tones last spring. This year, it’s time to sparkle and shine for Designed for Xbox‘s second collection!  

The new Designed for Xbox Summer Collection 2023 will include 7 shimmery, glimmery accessories for every Xbox player wanting to outsparkle the competition. Designed especially for you and crafted by our amazing partners, each product brings a unique flare that will surely brighten up any gaming session.  

Audeze Maxwell Ultraviolet Edition Wireless Gaming Headset 

Audeze Maxwell Ultraviolet Edition Wireless Gaming Headset Image

Legendary planar magnetic headphone manufacturer, Audeze, has created a stylish, limited edition “Ultraviolet” version of their highly lauded Maxwell gaming headset for this year’s collection. To elevate the already chic look of the Maxwell headset for the collection, a color-shifting finish was painstakingly applied to the ear cups and headband using an electroplating process, resulting in a stunningly one-of-a-kind look. Improving low-latency wireless gaming through relentless innovation, Audeze’s Maxwell Ultraviolet Edition wireless headset supports Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio, Dolby Atmos, and A.I. Noise Filtration. Game like a stylish pro with massive 90mm planar drivers and 80-hour battery life. 

Features:   

  • 80hr+ Battery Life with Fast Charge for All Day Play in 20 min 
  • Award-winning Audeze 90mm Planar Magnetic Drivers  
  • Ultra-Low Latency Wireless with 3X Range of Traditional 2.4Ghz 
  • First-in-Class Bluetooth 5.3 supports LE Audio, LC3plus, LDAC 
  • Class-Leading High-Resolution Audio up to 24-bit/96kHz  
  • Embedded Dolby Atmos® License   
  • All-New Reinforced Chassis Built with Aluminum and Steel  
  • FILTER™ Noise Reduction Technology for Clear Communications 

The Audeze Maxwell Ultraviolet Edition Wireless Gaming Headset is available for pre-order today for $329.00 USD ERP and will officially launch on August 15, 2023. Visit xbox.com (US only) or Audeze for more info.  

PowerA Advantage Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S – Sparkle 

PowerA Advantage Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S – Sparkle Image

Add some stellar style and performance to your game with the PowerA Advantage Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S in an all-new purple sparkle design. With glittering swirls of purple and gold, this one-of-a-kind controller looks like it was sent from a deep-space nebula. Licensed by Xbox, this controller features two mappable Advanced Gaming Buttons you can program on-the-fly, and 3-Way Trigger Locks for game-specific trigger depth. Works great on Windows 10/11 too. Quality backed with a 2-year limited warranty. 

Features:   

  • Two Advanced Gaming Buttons 
  • 3-Way Trigger Locks  
  • Immersive Dual Rumble Motors and Impulse Triggers 
  • Ergonomic Design with a diamond-textured grip 
  • Precision-tuned analog sticks and embedded anti-friction rings 
  • Detachable 10 ft. USB-C Cable 
  • Standard 3.5 mm stereo headset jack for in-game audio 
  • PowerA Gamer HQ App compatible 

The PowerA Advantage Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S – Sparkle is available today for $37.99 USD ERP. Visit xbox.com (US only) or PowerA for more information.  

Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller for Xbox – Cosmic Night and Twilight Galaxy 

Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller for Xbox – Cosmic Night and Twilight Galaxy Image

Hyperkin has recreated the Xbox 360 Controller as an officially Xbox-licensed controller, compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10|11 PCs. The Xenon features precision analog triggers, a share button for Xbox Series X|S, vibration feedback for realistic experiences, a 3.5mm headset jack, and a detachable 10 ft. Type-C cable. The Xenon gives you a hit of nostalgia, taking you back to 2005, when you and your buds spent nights filled with fun, competition, and bonds that last to this day. You’ve come full circle.  

Features:   

  • Officially licensed Xbox 360 Controller replica for use with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11   
  • Precision impulse triggers  
  • Share button for Xbox Series X|S  
  • Vibration feedback for realistic experiences   
  • 3.5mm headset jack  

The Hyperkin Cosmic Night and Twilight Galaxy Xenon Wired Controllers for Xbox are available for pre-order today for $49.99 USD ERP (each sold separately) and will officially launch on July 24, 2023. Visit xbox.com (US only) or Hyperkin for more information. 

WD_BLACK™ D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox – Limited Edition Summer Collection 

WD_BLACK™ D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox – Limited Edition Summer Collection image

Gamers can trust WD_BLACK drives with their extra lives. The WD_BLACK brand is dedicated to providing a top-tier experience with a 3-year limited warranty. You can be certain that your WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox will have your back as you outsparkle the competition. 

Features:   

  • Expand your capacity with 1TB* of additional storage  
  • Accelerated speeds up to 900MB/s** to cut down on long load screens 
  • Compatible with Xbox Series X|S (Play and store Xbox One games; archive Xbox Series X|S games) 
  • 1-Month membership of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate*** included with purchase 

The WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox – Limited Edition Summer Collection is available for purchase today for $129.99 USD ERP. Visit xbox.com (US only) or WD for more information.

*1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes.  Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment. 

** Based on read speed. 1 MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. Performance may vary depending on host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors. 

*** 1-Month trial offer of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for new Xbox Game Pass members only. Limit: 1 per person/account. Available for a limited time. See product packaging for full details.

PDP Wired Controller for Xbox – Frosted Diamond and Australian Opal 

PDP Wired Controller for Xbox – Frosted Diamond and Australian Opal Image

Ready for a rematch? Take your enemies down again and again with the enhanced features and customizability of the Xbox Series X|S & PC Frosted Diamond and Australian Opal Rematch Controllers! Designed for Xbox for their Summer Collection, the designs are inspired to embody the “sparkle, shimmer, and glitter” of summertime.  

Features:   

  • Dual rumbles and impulse triggers for an immersive gaming experience. 
  • Re-map buttons, reconfigure triggers, adjust deadzones, and more with the free PDP Control Hub App. 
  • Built-in audio controls for quick, mid-game adjustments and programmable back buttons for quicker responses. 
  • Laser-etched texture on grips, thumbsticks, & triggers for comfort and accuracy. 

The PDP Frosted Diamond and Australian Opal Wired Controllers for Xbox are available for purchase today for $39.99 USD ERP (each sold separately). Visit xbox.com (US only) or PDP for more information.

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Source: Xbox Blog