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So much for "fans" as Xbox Series X25 sells out in seconds with a good chunk going to horrible scalpers

The Xbox Series X25, a 25th anniversary edition console, sold out quickly with many units going to scalpers. Pre-orders for the console, which is part of the Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection, began on August 29, 2026. The bundle costs $899-$900. Scalpers have listed the consoles for thousands of dollars on eBay.

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  • ✓ The Xbox Series X25 costs $899.
  • ✓ Pre-orders for the Xbox Series X25 began on August 29, 2026.
  • ✓ The Xbox Series X25 sold out quickly, with many units going to scalpers.
  • ✓ Scalpers have listed the Xbox Series X25 for thousands of dollars on eBay.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 7 independent reporting domains (85% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

What changed

Pre-orders for the Xbox Series X25 began, resulting in a rapid sellout and appearance of consoles on eBay for high prices.

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  1. Xbox Series X25 sells out in seconds to fans and scalpers

    The Xbox Series X25, a 25th anniversary edition console, sold out quickly with many units going to scalpers. Pre-orders for the console, which is part of the Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection, began on August 29, 2026. The bundle costs $899-$900. Scalpers have listed the consoles for thousands of dollars on eBay.

    Why it matters

    The Xbox Series X25 is a special edition console released to mark Microsoft's 25th anniversary of Xbox. The console's quick sellout and subsequent appearance on eBay for inflated prices has sparked frustration among gamers. This situation highlights the ongoing issue of scalping in the gaming industry.

    What is confirmed

    • The Xbox Series X25 costs $899.
    • Pre-orders for the Xbox Series X25 began on August 29, 2026.
    • The Xbox Series X25 sold out quickly, with many units going to scalpers.
    • Scalpers have listed the Xbox Series X25 for thousands of dollars on eBay.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Some customers were able to preorder the Xbox Series X25 before it sold out.

    What to watch next

    • Further pre-order availability for the Xbox Series X25
    • Resale prices for the console on eBay and other marketplaces
    • Microsoft's response to scalping of the Xbox Series X25
    Sources used for this update (7)
    1. The Verge — Microsoft’s 25th anniversary Xbox will cost $899
    2. XBOX Wire — Pre-orders Begin Today for the XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection
    3. Engadget — Preorders For Xbox's Anniversary Collection Are Open (For Some) And The Bundle Costs $900
    4. Windows Central — So much for "fans" as Xbox Series X25 sells out in seconds with a good chunk going to horrible scalpers
    5. Mashable — The new Xbox 25th Anniversary Collection includes redesigned Razer accessories: Where to preorder
    6. Pure Xbox — The Xbox Series X25 Is Now Available To Pre-Order, And Here's Where You Can Buy It
    7. www.ign.com — Xbox Anniversary Consoles Sell for Thousands on eBay as Scalpers Cash In on X25
    confidence 85%
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