Since Black Friday Week started, Amazon has sold hundreds of thousands of Xbox controllers. Even though it’s now the weekend after Thanksgiving, there are still great deals on these gaming essentials but the problem is that a lot of the color options are already sold out. However, the famous Carbon Black version is still available this Saturday morning and is now at its lowest price ever: $39, down from its usual price of $64. This is the 2025 model with all the newest features and at this price, you’re getting Microsoft’s best controller for almost 40% less than what you’d normally pay.
Play on Any Platforms
The new Xbox wireless controller has some important improvements over older models. For example, it works with more than just traditional gaming setups as you can can connect this controller to your Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, Android devices, iOS devices, Fire TV Sticks, smart TVs, and even VR headsets without wires using Bluetooth. You only need to buy one controller that works with all of your devices so you don’t have to switch between different peripherals for different platforms.
Microsoft improved the ergonomics by adding a textured grip to the triggers, bumpers, and back case. This makes it easier to control the game for long periods of time. The hybrid D-pad has a faceted design that makes it easier to make both sweeping and exact directional inputs. This makes a big difference in fighting games and platformers where every input counts. The controller also has a dedicated Share button that lets you take screenshots and video clips without stopping the game which makes it easier to make content if you like streaming or just want to save special moments.
The included AA batteries last a long time and give you up to 40 hours of gameplay. If you want to use rechargeable batteries instead, you can switch to the Play and Charge Kit. You can now keep a stable connection up to 30 feet away from your device, which gives you more options for how to set up your gaming area. Dynamic latency input technology makes the time between pressing a button and an action on the screen shorter. This makes the game feel more responsive, which competitive gamers will love, but casual gamers will also benefit from it.
The Carbon Black color is the classic Xbox look that never goes out of style: It has a matte finish that doesn’t show fingerprints as easily as glossy finishes. The housing is sturdy and doesn’t flex or creak, and the buttons give satisfying feedback without being too loud. You can also use the Xbox Accessories app to change the buttons on your controller to fit your needs for certain games or accessibility, which is more customization than most third-party controllers offer.
For $39, you get the newest controller technology from Microsoft which is less than what last generation’s model usually costs. The price is at an all-time low, and the improvements coming in 2025 will make it even better.
