This coming November 15 marks a major milestone for Xbox enthusiasts, as the company prepares to celebrate its first 25 years in the gaming industry. To commemorate the occasion, Microsoft is set to release a striking translucent Xbox Series X that pays tribute to the brand’s earliest days.

Already, devoted fans are saving up to secure this limited-production console, which is expected to become a prized collectible due to its scarcity. While the gaming community awaits an official announcement from Microsoft regarding both the launch date and pricing of the XBOX Series X25, the company has so far remained tight-lipped.

That speculation took a significant turn this morning, when a prominent and notoriously reliable leaker, billbil-kun, whose track record for accuracy is nearly flawless, stepped forward with new information.

Release Date of the Translucent XBOX Series X25

The translucent 25th anniversary console was first unveiled as a highlight of the Xbox Game Showcase 2026, where its retro-inspired design and controller, brimming with nostalgic flourishes, and an emotional trailer instantly captivated veteran players.

Recognizing the high demand, many fans began saving as early as mid-year to ensure they wouldn’t miss out on the limited run of the 25th anniversary Xbox Series X. Fortunately, according to the leak, there is still time to prepare as the console is not expected to arrive for several more months. billbil-kun’s report suggests a target release date of Black Friday 2026, which falls on November 27, a strategic move that positions the system squarely within one of the year’s biggest shopping periods.

While pre-order information has yet to surface, the insider has promised to share those details as soon as they become available.

XBOX Series X 25 aniversario

How Much Will the 25th Anniversary Xbox Series X Cost?

What has stirred the most concern, however, is the Xbox Series X’s anticipated price tag, particularly in light of recent price increases for gaming hardware. Unfortunately for Xbox fans, the leak appears to confirm their worst fears as the system will come at a considerable cost.

According to billbil-kun, the console will retail for €899.99 EUR, which translates to roughly $899.99 USD in the Americas. That figure places it on par with a PlayStation 5 Pro following its own recent price adjustment, and makes it $100 more expensive than the standard 1 TB Xbox Series X, currently priced at $799.99 USD.

For context, the insider notes that the PlayStation 5’s 30th anniversary special edition was just $50 higher than the standard model, making the Xbox’s markup quite high, despite its translucent design.

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