Microsoft has announced the ”Xbox Wireless Controller (Pulse Cipher) Special Edition” for its release on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Pre-order is now available at the Microsoft Store.
A New ”Xbox Wireless Controller (Pulse Cipher) Special Edition”

The Microsoft will be releasing ”Xbox Wireless Controller (Pulse Cipher) Special Edition”. Following the Sky Cipher and Ghost Cipher editions, this will be the third installment in the “ Cipher Series”, which features a skeleton design. Through the transparent red top case, players can see the internal components of the controller.

The triggers and D-pad have been finished in metallic red and the back case grip is coated with red rubber.
The bumpers and buttons are shaded in dark red, while the thumbsticks sport a two-tone color scheme, further enhancing the controller’s stylish and modern design.

Since the new edition is optimized for Xbox Series XIS and Xbox One, players use it wirelessly with PCs, smartphones, and tablets through Bluetooth. In terms of power, the controller operates on AA batteries, offering up to 40 hours of battery life. It includes a 3.5mm stereo headset jack, allowing players to connect compatible headsets easily.
The Xbox Wireless Controller (Pulse Cipher) Special Edition will be released on February 4, 2025, priced at 8,910 yen ( including tax) and now is available for pre-order through the Microsoft Store and other retailers. For more details, visit the official Xbox website.a href="https://www.xbox.com/ja-JP/accessories/controllers/pulse-cipher-special-edition" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">the official Xbox website
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