More than 25 years ago, on Jan. 3, 2001, Microsoft founder Bill Gates and Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson took the stage to unveil the first Xbox. Ten months later, the console went on sale, and Microsoft has been a major player in the gaming industry ever since. To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the brand appears to be returning to its roots — but at what cost?
Microsoft unveiled the Xbox Series X25, a special 25th anniversary collection, during its Xbox Games Showcase on Sunday. The special‑edition console and controller feature a translucent “OG” green finish and design cues pulled from the original Xbox, plus a handful of hidden Easter eggs.
Pricing and an exact launch date were not disclosed; Microsoft only confirmed the hardware will land in November and will be limited to select markets.
PlayStation Days of Play Sale 2026: The Clock’s Ticking on Must‑Play Game Deals, PS5 Consoles and More
Sony’s Days of Play sale is into its final days, but you can still save on some of the PS5’s biggest and best games and accessories.
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Sony’s Days of Play 2026 sale is winding down, meaning the window to snag PlayStation discounts is closing fast. There are still price cuts on a range of PS5 games and accessories, and PlayStation Plus members enjoy extra perks.
The sale runs through June 10, with deals changing daily. PS Plus members also receive additional markdowns, making it a good incentive to join if you haven’t already.
Highlights include:
- The PlayStation 5 Pro, now $900, with trade‑in credits of up to $225 at Best Buy.
- Refurbished slim, digital PS5 units for $499.
- Top titles such as Astro Bot, Demon’s Souls remake, and God of War Ragnarök at reduced prices.
- The DualSense Edge controller at a discounted rate.
- The PlayStation Access controller, making gaming more inclusive.
PlayStation Plus offers:
- 20% off PS Plus Essential, 25% off PS Plus Extra, and 33% off PlayStation Premium for 12‑month renewals (US rates, may vary by region).
Deal window: May 27 – June 10, with new offers rolling out throughout.
Featured game bundles for PS Plus members include Destiny 2: Legacy Collection, EA Sports FC 26 Icons Player Pack, War of Tanks: HEAT Pack, and Marathon Null Tempest Digital Bundle, plus trial periods for over 40 indie titles.