Xbox Officially Unveils New Hardware, Pre-Orders Available Now

Stunning New Xbox Hardware Is Available To Pre-Order Now Published Aug 5, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT Known as 'Cyberpunk 2077's' biggest fan, Angharad is a Welsh games writer who thrives in anything related to digital storytelling. If a video game explores the intricacies and horrors of womanhood, she is there. Thanks to previous work at GAMINGbible, GameByte, The Loadout, Game Luster, Angharad has built a strong understanding of both the digital world and what fans want from it and is eager to share her thoughts and expertise with readers. Sign in to your ScreenRant account With the price of both hardware and software increasing exponentially over recent years, getting your hands on the latest tech is no easy feat. However, thanks to Amazon, its users can now access a brand-new controller at a pretty reasonable price thanks to expanded availability. With Xbox hardware being one such example of the ongoing price hikes, many third-party alternatives have been making themselves known. Companies such as GameSir, 8BitDo, and Turtle Beach are leading the way when it comes to third-party Xbox controllers, but the Tarantula Pro courtesy of GameSir is the latest on the market thanks to its premium quality at a reasonable price. Whilst PC gamers may be familiar with the Tarantula 8K, the Tarantula Pro is the Xbox console alternative but, luckily, it still offers compatibility for both if you still wish to swap between the two platforms. Perhaps most exciting is the fact that the Tarantula Pro is now available to purchase on Amazon. Previously, the controller had only been available on the GameSir website, but it is now available on Amazon at a reasonable $69.99. With GameSir previously only offering the controller to select regions, adding it to Amazon will make it a lot more accessible across the globe, and thanks to a standard price tag, it truly does offer a great alternative to official Xbox hardware. However, you may be wondering why the Tarantula Pro is the best on the market right now. Well, the GameSir controller features Mag-Res TMR thumbsticks, offering players both precision and low power consumption, whilst also maintaining a focus on durability. There are also mechanical face buttons, a mechanical D-pad, and dual trigger modes, allowing players to switch at will based on the type of game they are playing. For example, you could use smooth Hall Effect analog triggers for racing games, whilst sticking to the micro-switch triggers to give you that satisfying click in your favorite FPS. If you are still unsure, here is a full list of the Tarantula Pro features: Mag-Res TMR thumbsticks Mechanical D-pad and micro-switch ABXY buttons Dual Hall Effect and micro-switch trigger modes Nine remappable buttons Four rumble motors, including dedicated trigger vibration 3.5mm headset jack RGB lighting Support for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Steam Up to a 1000Hz polling rate on PC So, if you want an Xbox controller which you can use for the Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam, the Tarantula Pro is the perfect way to play all of your favorite titles without needing to splash over $100 on an official piece of hardware. Xbox Founded November 15, 2001 Owner Microsoft Known For Halo, Forza, Gears of War