Microsoft - Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One & Windows PC - Pulse Cipher Special Edition

Xbox Wireless Controller – Pulse Cipher Special Edition

The Xbox Wireless Controller – Pulse Cipher Special Edition leans heavily into a nostalgic, Y2K-era aesthetic, pairing a translucent chassis with high-contrast metallic accents on top of standard Xbox Series X|S hardware.

Design & Aesthetic Features

• Transparent Red Casing: The defining characteristic is its see-through red top plate and matching side caps. This frosted, translucent design provides a clear window into the controller's inner layout, highlighting silver mechanical components inside.

• Metallic Crimson Accents: Outfitted with a metallic red D-pad and matching metallic red triggers that catch the light, all bordered by a rich, dark burgundy housing.

• Two-Tone Thumbsticks: Designed with a subtle visual split, featuring bright red thumbstick bases topped with deep red rubber caps.

• Rubberized Back Grips: The rear case features fully rubberized, deep red wraps to optimize physical traction and maintain ergonomics during longer play sessions.

Core Functionality

• Dedicated Share Button: Positioned directly in the center for quick screenshots, clipping, and video recording without interrupting gameplay.

• Faceted Hybrid D-Pad: A circular, textured directional pad crafted for crisp actuation and highly accurate diagonal inputs.

• Accessories App Mapping: Fully compatible with Xbox console and PC software pipelines, allowing you to custom-map button layouts, shift stick dead zones, and recalibrate individual vibration motors.

Connectivity & Power

• Native Xbox Wireless Protocol: Built with proprietary radio hardware for low-latency, seamless pairing with Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles.

• Bluetooth Low Energy (LE): Allows you to quickly link and alternate connections to Windows PCs, tablets, iOS, and Android mobile devices.

• 40-Hour Run Time: Operates using two standard AA batteries, managing power efficiently for up to 40 hours of cordless runtime.

• 3.5mm Stereo Jack: Mounted underneath the lower frame for direct, uncompressed audio streaming straight to gaming headsets.

What’s in the Box

• Xbox Wireless Controller (Pulse Cipher Special Edition)

• 2× AA Batteries

• Quick Start Guide & Safety Manual