– Xbox Series X25 transparent “OG Green” model announced, hardware identical to standard Series X.
– Reddit render shows nine transparent colors; community strongly supports wider release.
– Skeptics doubt Microsoft will invest late in console’s life cycle, but N64’s late “Funtastic” variants are now collector’s items.
– No concrete plans for more colors, but Xbox Next not expected until 2027, leaving time for fan-driven expansion.
A look at the leaked concept
Microsoft recenty unveiled the Xbox Series X25. The anniversary model uses the same hardware as the regular Xbox Series X (currently available on Amazon for $598), but comes in a transparent “OG Green” chassis, complete with an illuminated green Xbox logo and a matching controller with transparent elements.
Community renders spark interest
On Reddit, u/Eastern-Mobile5351 has now shared a render showing the Xbox Series X25 in nine different transparent color variants. The user believes Microsoft could significantly boost console sales with such models. The idea has received plenty of support from the community.
The top comment doubts that Microsoft would invest so much effort in a console nearing the end of its life cycle. However, one reply also attracted a lot of attention: “Happened with the Nintendo 64 at the end of its life and it was glorious.”
Historic precedent for transparent consoles
At the time, Nintendo released several transparent “Funtastic” variants of the N64, including blue, green, orange, purple, black and red models. Today, these transparent designs are especially sought after by collectors. That could give Microsoft a reason to at least consider expanding the color palette.
Future prospects remain unconfirmed
There are currently no concrete indications that Microsoft is actually planning additional color variants. However, with the Xbox Next currently expected in 2027 at the earliest, there is still plenty of time. It is therefore not entirely out of the question that Microsoft could still respond to fans’ wishes.
- Transparent “OG Green” chassis with illuminated logo
- Matching controller with transparent elements
- Render shows nine different color variants
- Nintendo 64 precedent with six Funtastic colors
- No official plans announced yet
- Xbox Next not expected until 2027