A lucky Xbox fan won a stunning custom console themed around the game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which features intricate artwork and design elements inspired by the game, sparking admiration among the gaming community for its beauty and craftsmanship.
Microsoft has unveiled a custom Fallout-themed Xbox Series X to celebrate the upcoming Amazon show, complete with a custom vault and controller. The console will be given away to a lucky fan who follows Xbox and retweets the post. The show, set to debut on April 11, 2024, will be a "non-interactive version" of Fallout 5, and the lead on the Fallout video game series, Todd Howard, has provided input to the show's writers. This custom console follows previous releases like the Final Fantasy 14 Xbox Series X and the Dune: Part 2 special edition, showcasing Xbox's creativity in custom designs.
Microsoft and Amazon have collaborated to create a custom Fallout-themed Xbox Series X, complete with its own vault, to promote the upcoming Fallout TV series on Prime Video. Fans can enter a social media sweepstakes to win the custom console, which also includes a Fallout-themed vault and an Xbox Design Lab controller, with an approximate retail value of $5,014.98. While the custom console is not for sale, fans can still create their own Fallout-themed Xbox controller through Xbox Design Lab. The Fallout TV series, created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, premieres on April 11 with all episodes releasing on the same day.
YouTuber DIY Perks has transformed the PlayStation 5 into a portable "Tablet Edition" with 4K graphics, custom casing, added subwoofer, and enhanced cooling system using heat sinks and laptop fans. The modified console runs quietly and can be powered with a custom cable, showcasing games like Astro's Playroom and Horizon: Forbidden West. Sony's own PlayStation 5 Slim and PlayStation Portal offer alternatives, but DIY Perks' creation stands out for its portability and performance.
A custom PS5 console themed after the PS1 was spotted at Jim Ryan's farewell party, featuring a colored PlayStation logo, a white controller with classic shades on the buttons, and a controller port shaped like the PS1's. The console is said to be "one of a kind," and with the 30th anniversary of PlayStation approaching in 2024, there is hope that Sony will release a similar special edition system for sale.
Xbox is giving away a custom Bluey Xbox Series X console in celebration of the launch of Bluey: The Video Game. The custom console features the plucky blue heeler dog from the popular Australian kids show, with a custom blue controller featuring Bluey and her sister Bingo. To enter the giveaway, participants must create an X account and repost the Xbox post. The contest ends on December 13, and the game is available on multiple platforms.