Overview
- Microsoft announced the XBOX Nano Controller on Wednesday, Oct. 14, opened pre-orders at $49.99 and said the controller will begin shipping in November in multiple markets.
- The Nano measures just over 5 inches, weighs 3.5 ounces and retains all 18 standard Xbox inputs while adding a built-in rechargeable battery and a programmable Action Button.
- Microsoft confirmed Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth support for consoles, PCs, phones and select smart TVs but has not disclosed battery life, rumble/impulse trigger support, Wi‑Fi capability or additional color options.
- Holiday promotions in the United States will bundle the Nano and two months of Game Pass Ultimate for new members with select Samsung TVs and Meta Quest purchases, a move aimed at boosting cloud play on non‑console devices.
- The Nano reflects Microsoft’s strategy to make Xbox content more device‑agnostic and lower the entry cost for casual and family play even as third‑party compact controllers remain cheaper or more feature‑rich, so buyers must weigh official Xbox integration against competing options.