Xbox stuns the gaming world with the ‘Stellar’ Controller launch ahead of Valentine’s Day

Published 02/07/2023, 12:15 PM EST

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Xbox has launched a fresh controller series on the account of Valentine’s day, and fans are loving it.

Popular console-making company Xbox released a fresh pair of controllers to honor Valentine’s day. They featured a perfect hue of blue and purple, calling it their ‘Stellar Shift.’ Apparently, the controller works for their recently released Xbox Series X and S and stands as another unique creation in their library. I mean, the company has a long history of turning things around with controllers, enthralling fans every single time. 

For instance, they once released the Xbox Elite Series 2, which became an instant hit upon release. There, the designers went for a classy look maintaining a single color throughout except for the handles. Fans appreciated the franchise well enough for the collab, sharing their feelings on Twitter. And so, Xbox decided to spice things up for Valentine’s. 

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Fans enthralled as Xbox drops fresh controller designs for Xbox Series X/S

In October, Xbox dropped their first release of the Lunar edition for fans. They styled it with an intergalactic look, calling out all the space fanatics. And to everyone’s surprise, the series became a hit, leading them to add another one for fans.

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So, to continue the hype they announced “Stellar Shift,” a fresh design under this label. Plus, it was the perfect time to make the drop, as Valentine’s day was around the corner. I mean, wouldn’t it become the perfect gift for your gaming partner or bud? 

Well, to talk about specs, Xbox claims ‘Unique rubberized purple swirl grips I Textured grip on the triggers, bumpers, and back-case I Hybrid D-pad. Button mapping I Bluetooth® technology.’ As of now, the controller is available at retailers such as Amazon and Gaming stores, followed by the official Microsoft website. And if you want a hassle-free delivery, the brand is assuring you of one. 

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However, some stellar fans have pointed out similarities with the aqua-shift, a controller from the past. So, if you don’t own the one from before, this might be the perfect drop for you. On top of that, you never know if Xbox would turn it into a limited edition, so grab it till it is available. 

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Atharv is an eSports writer at EssentiallySports. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Journalism from Mumbai University, Atharv has a keen eye for writing engaging content. He enjoys all kinds of games but thoroughly follows FPS games such as Call of Duty, Apex Legends and Fortnite.
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