Microsoft warns about shortage of Xbox controllers

silversurfer

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If you live in Europe, you may have difficulty buying a new Xbox Wireless Controller. After a couple of years of struggling to meet the demand for the latest Xbox consoles, Microsoft suddenly got hit by Xbox Wireless Controller supply issues.

Numerous retailers in Europe and the UK, including the Microsoft Store, are currently out of stock of Xbox Wireless Controllers. We learned during the last two years that prices rise when supply struggles, and, as a result, third-party retailers have nearly doubled their prices for Microsoft's controllers.

Some users might resort to Xbox Design Lab, which still accepts orders, but the price of a customized controller is higher than the standard one, plus it will take about 28 days for Microsoft to ship your gamepad. There is no information on whether Xbox Design Lab is affected by supply disruptions.

In a statement to VGC, a Microsoft spokesperson confirmed that the company has issues with restocking Xbox Wireless Controllers:
We know it may be hard finding Xbox Wireless Controllers right now due to supply disruptions. We’re working as fast as possible with our manufacturing and retail partners to improve this. Please check with your local retailer for availability.
 

Soulbound

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Inb4 stock disappears and reappears in Ebay in an overpriced price...
 

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