Microsoft has announced the new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core today, and it’s priced at US$50 less than the existing Xbox Elite 2. The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core is available for preorder today for US$129.99, but it doesn’t include the usual interchangeable components because you’ll have to purchase those separately.

The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core offers the usual adjustable-tension thumbsticks, wraparound rubberized grip, and shorter hair trigger locks, and it now comes in white.

However, if you want the rear paddles, variety of thumbsticks, and carrying case, you’ll need to purchase a separate “Complete Component Pack” for US$59.99. The pack includes the following:

• Carrying case
• Charging dock
• Classic thumbsticks (2)
• Tall thumbstick (1)
• Dome thumbstick (1)
• Cross-shaped D-pad (1)
• Set of four paddles: medium (2), mini (2)
• USB-C cable

The Xbox Elite 2 Core with the separate component pack.  Image: Microsoft

Pre-orders for the new white Xbox Elite 2 Core controller have begun, and it will begin shipping on 21 September 2022.