It’s not every day you see a piece of gaming hardware create as much buzz as a blockbuster game. But here we are, in an age where a uniquely designed Xbox Series S is gathering attention worthy of a headline game release.
Bidding for History
When we think of limited edition gaming consoles, a few names might come to mind. But nothing quite like this has taken center stage in the gaming world recently. A distinct Xbox Series S, inspired by none other than the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog, has surfaced on the auction scene. What makes this console a piece of marvel, you ask? Well, it’s not just the design – it’s the rarity and the curious design choices made for this unique piece.
“One extremely rare variant of the Xbox Series S console based on Sonic the Hedgehog is currently up for auction, with an insane starting bid of $5000.”
Now, to give you a perspective, the Xbox Series S itself is a special edition among Xbox consoles. It’s designed for the digital-savvy gamer, shedding the disk drive and embracing the age of digital-only libraries. With that in its DNA, this special Sonic edition elevates its status in the gaming community.
Spotted this on Ebay: Someone is selling the Sonic the Hedgehog Movie 2 custom Xbox Series S (the one with the furry controllers)https://t.co/0UPm1zzBQb
Starting bid is $5,000
Always Ebay at your own risk#sonicdeals #SonicMovie pic.twitter.com/6sNiAqoE4J
— Frack’s Sonic Deals (@FrackDeals) October 31, 2023
Sonic’s Cinematic Celebration Translated to Hardware
Celebrating the premiere of Sonic’s cinematic ventures, Microsoft released some special edition consoles. And they weren’t sold but given away. The Sonic the Hedgehog 2 movie inspired console is particularly intriguing with Sonic and Knuckles in a face-off on its facade and a golden ring crowning it.
“The console has both Sonic and Knuckles fighting each other on the front, along with a golden ring above it.”
But the console isn’t the only unique thing about this package. The controllers accompanying the system are based on Sonic and Knuckles, with a furry texture. A design choice that has equally mesmerized and baffled fans.
The man behind this sensational auction is smj_005, an Ebay seller. The story behind acquiring this system? Gaming industry connections. Though he assures it’s barely been used, the charm is in its originality and rarity. Only a handful, between 5-50 units, were ever made.
An Xbox Like No Other
With a unique furry controller skin, fans and collectors have divergent opinions. While many laud the console’s look, the fuzzy controllers don’t seem to sit well with everyone. As of now, the astronomical price tag of $5000 seems to have deterred most from placing their bids. But with the auction concluding on November 6th, 2023, only time will tell its final fate.
The Digital-Only Phenomenon: Xbox Series S
For the uninitiated, let’s take a moment to appreciate what the Xbox Series S brings to the table. This next-gen console is the sibling to the more robust Xbox Series X. It’s designed to deliver powerful gaming experiences at resolutions up to 2K, without the physical disc drive. With 1TB SSD storage and a custom AMD Zen 2 8-Core CPU, it’s a formidable machine in a compact form.
At its heart, this console saga isn’t just about a unique design or a celebrity endorsement. It’s about the convergence of gaming culture, movie fandom, and the lengths to which collectors will go to own a piece of history. Whether it’s worth the hefty price tag is up for debate, but its place in gaming lore is undeniable.
