Packaging and Accessories

Microsoft operates a web shop for its Xbox brand through which the Xbox wireless controllers can be purchased. This sample was sent directly from Microsoft, so we begin with a look at the shipping packaging consisting of an appropriately sized cardboard box with a good amount of paper packing material all around the actual product box. No complaints here since the product box arrived in perfect condition.


The product box has a plastic wrap, removing which we are greeted to a box that is color coordinated to match the controller inside. There is a hang tag at the top for brick and mortar stores, making it quite simple to identify the controller you want if various options are available. On the front is the Xbox logo along with a render of the controller itself, and the color is mentioned to avoid the potential confusions with previous-generation controllers discussed before. There are more renders on the back along with listed features, and the Xbox logo making an entry on the side, where we also see a tear-away seal that holds the box together.


Cut into the seal, which is easily done with fingers alone, and you can lift up the lid to access the contents inside. The controller is seen right away, placed inside a shaped cardboard layer. Lift it up and you will see a smaller recess with two batteries and the Xbox logo below. A hole in the top layer helps remove it and access the bottom layer, which has the paperwork, including a code to try out Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which is amazing value even on the PC, by the way. A regulatory guide has also been included, but more useful is the quick start guide in multiple languages that goes over the setup, pairing, charging, and customization options. You do not get a cable or wireless adapter, so be aware of this lest these are critical to you.