Xbox is releasing official Series X console wraps
Microsoft has announced a range of official Xbox Series X console wraps, which will be released later this year.
The wraps will come in three varieties: Starfield, Artic Camo and Mineral Camo. The Starfield wrap will release in the US, Canada and Europe on October 18 for $49.99 / £44.99, while the camo variants will release on November 10 for $44.99 / £39.99.
“We know gamers want to be able to customize their consoles and show support for their favourite games, and we are delivering an option that’s more affordable and more sustainable than purchasing a special edition or limited edition console,” Microsoft’s senior design director, Monique Chatterjee wrote.
“The wraps were designed specifically for Series X and have a custom, precision fit. Every detail was taken into consideration to ensure your console performance is preserved– vents are all clear, and small feet were added to the bottom of the wraps to ensure air can flow freely through the console.
“Made with solid core panels that are layered with high-tech fabric finishes, the wraps are folded around your console and secured with a hook and loop enclosure. The interior of the wraps are printed with silicone designs that keep the wrap in place.”
Catterjee added: “The Starfield-inspired console wrap reimagines your console as an on-board avionics module, powering you through your adventures. Key internal console components are highlighted through outlined access panel and game inspired graphics.
“Technical call outs detail actual console functionality, with an in-game twist. This wrap has a soft smooth white high-tech feel, with vividly printed surface graphics that are tactile.
“The internal fabric has a soft precision sheen, with a silicone gravity wave print for cling
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