Xbox recently revealed the new Midnight Forces II controller, which was created as a special edition model. The controller comes with a charging stand that connects using a magnetic system. The Midnight Forces II controller will be available in the US, Canada, and Mexico for a $65 USD price point. The controller can be purchased either through the Microsoft store or online.
The controller features a blue camouflage design, and a textured grip was added to make the controller easier to hold for extended periods of time. Custom button mapping can also be used on the new device. The Midnight Forces II controller is also compatible with 3.5mm corded headphones.
The controller also has Bluetooth compatibility, which will allow users to play different games on Windows 10 or Virtual reality devices.
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- Special Edition Gaming Controllers
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- Consumer Electronics Industry
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