Xbox Design Lab somehow adds even more customization options

Last October, the Xbox Design Lab added the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller to its already extensive catalog of customization options. But Xbox has upped the ante yet again by adding even bolder colors to its Design Lab range.

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Some of the new color options include a vibrant red, powder blue, and neon pink, bringing the total colors available for the controller’s body to 16, with even more accent options available for the rest of the controller. The new colors will be available for both the Elite Series 2 and the standard Xbox Wireless Controller. I personally think the new colors are pretty cool, but if you really want to excite me, let me add 16+ characters for my personalization.

The Design Lab controllers are functionally identical to their off-the-shelf counterparts, as both feature Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, are compatible with PC, Xbox and mobile devices, and take their inputs through the Xbox Accessories app on your device Can be reassigned to PC or Xbox console.

Standard Xbox wireless controller from the Xbox Design Lab start at $69.99 while a Elite series 2 custom controller can run up to $149.99. However, these prices can increase significantly depending on the options you choose.

If you’re not willing to shell out more than $70 for a new controller, you can find that too Xbox wireless controller on sale in certain colors for only $39.99. You will also find the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Controllers for $109.99.

Xbox wireless controller

Prices at time of publication.

Compatible with PC, Steam Deck, Xbox, Mobile (Android/iOS)