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Xbox controller and $50 gift card bundle cuts effective price to $30
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Newegg is offering Microsoft’s black Xbox Wireless Controller with a $50 digital Xbox gift card for $80. As the controller normally costs about $50–$60, the bundle effectively reduces its price to roughly $30, making it a strong deal for Xbox, PC and compatible handheld users.
The controller includes Bluetooth, a headphone jack, comfortable design and swappable AA batteries, though it lacks Hall effect sticks. Other highlighted offers include the Aurzen tri-fold mini projector at $249.99, the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 at $499, and Ugreen’s Nexode Pro charger at $59.99, with savings and specifications varying by product.
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In short
- Xbox controller and $50 gift card bundled for $80.
- Controller works with Xbox, PC and compatible handhelds.
- Three additional deals cover a projector, Chromebook and charger.
How this story developed
- 2 months ago Detailed product specifications have been released for the three complementary technology offers, including the projector's brightness capabilities and compact design, the Chromebook's touchscreen size and included AI software subscription, and the charger's power output plus its port count.
- 2 months ago The Xbox controller has been highlighted for its cross-platform compatibility across Xbox consoles, PCs and Steam Deck, as Microsoft's premier mid-range gaming option, whilst the three additional tech deals have been published with their original retail prices now visible.
- 2 months ago Newegg is promoting a bundle of a wireless Xbox controller and a $50 digital gift card for $80, which reduces the controller's effective price to $30, alongside separate offers on three other technology products.
Explained simply
An Xbox controller is the wireless gamepad used with Microsoft's Xbox gaming consoles and can also work with computers and other devices like the Steam Deck handheld. These controllers are manufactured by Microsoft and represent the standard input device for Xbox gaming, with their wireless design offering convenience across multiple gaming platforms.
A gift card is a prepaid digital card that can be spent on digital and physical goods within a specific retailer's ecosystem, in this case Xbox's digital store where games, films, and other entertainment can be purchased. Retailers occasionally bundle controllers with gift cards at a discount to provide additional value to consumers compared to buying each item separately.
Technology retailers frequently offer bundled deals and discounted pricing on electronics and gaming accessories, particularly on popular items like controllers. Such deals appeal to existing gamers looking to upgrade or expand their setup, as well as people considering entry into gaming who benefit from the reduced cost of entry.
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Originally published by The Verge as “Grab an Xbox controller and a $50 Xbox gift card together for just $80”.