Ever wanted to see inside your gaming gear? Xbox's 25th anniversary is giving you exactly that with a flood of translucent green accessories that channel pure '90s nostalgia. Brands like 8BitDo, GameSir, and Razer have joined the party, and the best part? You don't need to hunt down the $899.99 Xbox X25 console to get in on the action.
These see-through gadgets range from $39.99 for 8BitDo's Ultimate Charging Dock all the way up to $209.99 for Razer's hot-swappable mechanical keyboard. Each one sports the official Xbox 25 stamp, so you know it's legit. And while the X25 console pre-orders are still impossible to find, this tech is ready to ship today. Half the collection is on Amazon, while Razer's stuff is exclusive to its own store.
Let's break down the lineup. Xbox's own special edition Wireless Controller leads the charge with that classic green glow and full-color face buttons—it's already on shelves ahead of its console companion. The 8BitDo Ultimate Charging Dock complements it perfectly, continuing the translucent design and saving you from AA batteries. For mobile gamers, the GameSir X5 Lite offers a cheaper controller option, though you'll need a centered USB-C slot on your iPhone or Android.
On the PC side, Razer's Basilisk V3 Pro 35K is the only mouse with the official Xbox seal for the anniversary. It's a comfortable design, but only makes financial sense for competitive players. The BlackWidow V4 75% keyboard costs more than the standard black model, but if you're here for those '90s vibes, it's worth it—especially with face button colors on the arrow keys. And the Hammerhead V3 X Hyperspeed earbuds are the cheapest Razer item, with the retro design extending to both the case and buds (though you're paying a $20 premium over the regular $99.99 set).
So why translucent green? If you weren't around 25 years ago, the world was obsessed with seeing inside tech. Vibrantly colored translucent plastic ruled the design trends of the original Xbox era, covering everything from the GameBoy Advance to Mac computers. The trend lasted into the early 2000s before metallic preferences took over. Now it's back, and it's glorious.
As for the X25 console itself? It's not due until November 13, and it's a numbered limited release—only 25,000 worldwide. Good luck getting one. But hey, at least you can deck out your setup with these accessories right now.
What do you think of the translucent green revival? Will you be picking up any of these anniversary pieces?
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