Microsoft now giving Xbox Series X bundle purchasing priority to valued customers
Lucky gamers will be able to check the Xbox Series X off their holiday wish list.
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What you need to know
Certain gamers may be able to purchase anXbox Series Xahead of the holidays. Over the last week, Microsoft has sent out emails with special links. These links allow people to purchase an Xbox Series X bundle that comes with both the console and either Madden 22, GTA V, Rust, Far Cry 6, Hasbro Family Fun Pack, Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate, Insurgency Sandstorm, or Diablo 2 Resurrected.
Receiving an email from Microsoft does not guarantee that an Xbox Series X will be in stock. The bundles are on a first-come, first-served basis. The links do, however, provide a better chance of getting an Xbox Series X than many retail listings. Microsoft has a limited supply of Xbox Series X bundles that it has set aside for valued Microsoft customers.
The Verge’s Tom Warrenshared a screenshotof the email from Microsoft.
Microsoft has been offering Xbox Series X bundles (with a game and extra controller) to “valued Microsoft customers” this week. Emails include a unique link to purchase a bundlepic.twitter.com/dEHlR0rsZ7Microsoft has been offering Xbox Series X bundles (with a game and extra controller) to “valued Microsoft customers” this week. Emails include a unique link to purchase a bundlepic.twitter.com/dEHlR0rsZ7— Tom Warren (@tomwarren)November 23, 2021November 23, 2021
Xbox Series X consoles are difficult to find because of theongoing global chip shortage. With devices like the Xbox Series X,Xbox Series S, andPS5in short supply, scalpers have taken advantage of the situation. Some consoles are being sold second-hand for at least twice the value of their retail price.
Microsoft’s email to valued customers takes a few steps to prevent scalpers from purchasing an Xbox Series X bundle. Even with a link from an email, people can only purchase one bundle per order. There’s also a maximum of two bundles within a 30-day period.
The links only work with the same Microsoft account associated with the email address that received Microsoft’s message.
If you weren’t lucky enough to get an email from Microsoft for the chance to purchase a bundle, you can check out these other listings for the Xbox Series X. It’s a gaming monster that can play titles at up to 120 FPS.
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