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Alexander Cope

The prettiest Xbox Core Controller is now 39% off — a perfect holiday gift for the co‑op partner who deserves something special

Heart Breaker Xbox controller.

Xbox Design Labs has done fantastic work for Xbox over the years, producing striking, colorful variants of the standard Xbox Wireless Controller for people who don't want its default color schemes.

One of the Xbox Wireless Controller's more expensive yet artistically rich variants, the Heart Breaker, has just gotten a rare 39% discount so that players can appreciate its beauty for $49.00 at Amazon instead of its usual MSRP of $79.99.

Why buy the Heart Breaker Edition of the Xbox Wireless Controller?

The Heart Breaker is one of many colorful variants of the Xbox controller from Xbox Design Labs. (Image credit: Microsoft)

The Heart Breaker Edition of the Xbox Wireless Controller functions identically to the regular version, right down to its responsive controls, comfortable ergonomics, and stable wireless connectivity to Xbox consoles, and Bluetooth connectivity to Windows PCs, tablets, and phones.

In addition, the controller can even play Xbox games via Xbox Cloud Gaming with just a TV linked up with an Amazon Fire TV Stick and an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate account.

The only major difference is that the Heart Breaker sports a custom-made clamshell by Xbox Design Lab with a bold pink, purple, and blue collage color scheme that's pleasing to the eye.

So, if you don't like the standard Carbon Black or Robot White Xbox controllers and fancy treating yourself or your loved ones to a prettier rendition of one of the best Xbox controllers for less this Christmas, then the Heart Breaker Edition is not a bad choice now that it's on sale for $49.00 at Amazon.

Alternative offerings

If Amazon's stock of the Xbox Wireless Controller (Heart Breaker) runs dry or it's discount expire, here are some alternative back-up discount options.

FAQ

What is Xbox Design Lab?

Xbox Design Lab is a subsidiary of Microsoft that produces custom-made Xbox Wireless Controllers and Xbox Elite Series 2 Controllers.

Their designs range from simple color collages to video game-inspired clamshells like the Ninja Gaiden 4 Controllers or Fallout Pip-Boy Controllers.

Can the Xbox Wireless controllers be used wired?

Yes, you can, as the Xbox Wireless Controllers support USB-C wired connectors, allowing you to plug them into an Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, or PC's USB-C port.

Arrives after Christmas and need a gift sooner? 

If your item won't arrive in time for Christmas or you're looking for a quick and easy add on, buying an Amazon eGift Card is a fast, flexible way to give purchasing power now—send instantly or schedule delivery by email or text, choose any amount from $5 to $2,000, and the balance never expires, making it ideal when a deal’s item won’t ship until after the holidays.

Amazon eGift Cards let you pick a design, set a custom amount, add a personal message, and choose delivery by email or SMS with the option to schedule the exact delivery date—including immediate delivery or a future date up to a year ahead. There are no fees, and gift card balances never expire, so recipients can redeem the code and apply the funds to their Amazon account whenever they’re ready, across millions of eligible items.

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