It is, somehow, 10th November and that means one thing for video game fans – the new era of next-generation Xbox is here.
Xbox took a simpler approach to the launch of the Xbox Series X than the PlayStation 5 -Microsoft players had weeks to gear themselves up for the rush of them going on sale.
There are two consoles available the Xbox Series X (£449) and a digital Xbox Series S edition (£349) and both have been released today, 10th November.
The second lockdown in the UK has changed things a bit when it comes to launch date though. Firstly, there’s no rush to the store. Second, if you have already pre-ordered you need to check collection rules, and third, if you want to buy one today then read on as it’s online all the way now.
Amazon has also said some customers may get their console after Christmas, so look at delivery dates when you buy to avoid disappointed faces come Yuletide.
Smyths is still good place to look for the console, alongside a revamped Gamespass, monthly as they will be the only ones to have Xbox All Access as an option. We’ve seen this as an option again. Elsewhere, the likes of Very had consoles, with an instalment plan.
EE and BT have also said they’re making the Xbox Series X/S available to customers – just log in to My BT and your account or EE will soon let you add it to your plan. If you aren’t a customer, there’s still time to sign up or read on.
We’ll be updating this page as an when we learn of more Xbox Series S and X pre-orders and launch day news. We’ve also rounded up some of the cheapest deals on the older Xbox One.
Where to buy Xbox Series X: where stock is live now
Pre-orders were available as of 22nd September at 8am in the UK – for both the top-dog Xbox Series X and the digital-only Xbox Series S. But while gamers had ample notice to pick one up, unlike what happened with the PS5 pre-order release, that was, well not ideal, they sold out extremely quickly – with several big retailers seeing their websites buckling under the pressure of how many people were trying to get hold of one.
Now it’s launch date you have another chance.
Check the below links as more stock was released at 8am. Smyths, John Lewis and Asda has just got in stock too, and online stores have promised more stock is on its way.
- Smyths – IN STOCK
- AO.com – IN STOCK
- SimplyGames – IN STOCK
- John Lewis – Sold out of Series X, Series S in stock
- Tesco – Sold out
- Currys PC World – Sold out, but they’re “working tirelessly to get more stock”
- Very – Sold out, but “stock coming soon”
- Amazon – Sold out, but says “Christmas shop”
- ShopTo.net – Sold out
- Littlewoods – stock coming soon
- Microsoft – IN STOCK
When is my Xbox Series X/S pre-order arriving?
The Xbox Series X was available to pre-order at a number of retailers and while a second wave of pre-orders never became available with today’s console launch another batch of stock has arrived.
We will continue to keep this page updated with the latest retailers and their stock levels- although you’ll have to be fast – stock disappears as quickly as it appears. We’ve broken down where stock is live in more detail below.
Xbox Series X and S UK
John Lewis
John Lewis had plenty of stock for the PS5 but held off pre-orders until some of the others had sold out so keep an eye out. Update: Xbox S has just come back in stock.
- Xbox Series X – £449
- Xbox Series S – £249
Smyths
Both consoles have come back in stock. You also get Xbox All Access for £28.99 a month.
- Xbox Series X – £449
- Xbox Series S – £249
Currys PC World
- Xbox Series X –£449
- Xbox Series S – £249
Amazon
As one of the most popular retailers, Amazon is struggling to keep up with the pre-order demand. However, they do regularly top-up stock throughout the day so do keep checking back. Warning: Amazon has said some customers may get stock after Christmas so check delivery dates.
- Xbox Series X – £449.99
- Xbox Series S – £249.99
SimplyGames
SimplyGames came through for gamers later in the day on PS5 pre-order day, so keep an eye on the site for late pre-order releases.
- Xbox Series X – £449.99
- Xbox Series S – £249.99
Very
Very did have PS5 in stock and was a good place to look as the other retailers started to sell out. You can also pay with the instalment plan.
- Xbox Series X – £449.99
- Xbox Series S – £249.99
AO.com
AO.com has some stock live Xbox Series X and S, with instalment plans if you need it too.
- Xbox Series X – £479 (includes 3 Month Game Pass)
- Xbox Series S – £279 (includes 3 Month Game Pass)
ShopTo.Net
Another retailer that proved useful on PS5 pre-order day was ShopTo.Net, we expect it to release Xbox Series X pre-order stock on its set page.
- Xbox Series X – £449.85 (Currently out of stock)
- Xbox Series S – £249.85
Tesco
No more popping into store on the release date, so check Tesco for collection or delivery.
How to get Xbox Series X on BT or EE
BT customers have to log into their MyBT account to see the offer – there’s the consoles and accessories ready to go.
EE customers can add the cost of the new Xbox on to their mobile contract – paying 11 interest-free instalments as part of the Add to Plan service.
If you’re not a customer, there are a few EE Black Friday deals you can check out.
Will I be able to pick up my Xbox Series X pre-order in lockdown?
Understandably, the news that a second national lockdown is on the way for England has made those eager to play the next-gen consoles a little nervous. The lockdown is, currently, due to last until December 3rd- long after the release of both the Xbox Series X and the PS5. Whilst online orders should hopefully be delivered without issue, what does this mean for those of us that have one ordered from a store that will be shut due to being non-essential?
Well, there is a glimmer of hope that came from the announcements and it can be found in the term ‘click and collect’. Whilst stores like GAME and Smyths will not be able to physically open, click and collect is allowed and it seems likely that those shops, and others in the same boat, will be looking into how to implement that now.
Smyths has done this before, so it stands to reason that they will do the same again while, hopefully, it will just be a case of working out logistics before GAME follow suit.
GAME has put out a couple of announcements already via Twitter
We are working to understand the latest government guidance and will provide updates on pre-orders when we have them.
Please check your local stores Twitter feeds for updates and keep an eye on your emails, junk/spam folders for further information in the coming weeks.
— GAME.co.uk (@GAMEdigital) November 1, 2020
And this one which is only mentioning the Xbox Series X currently but, curiously, a now-deleted tweet did previously mention the PS5 alongside it. It is unclear why that has since been changed to mention just the Microsoft console. They have since been in touch with customers to inform them that they will be able to turn up to collect the consoles on launch day, but all payments need to be made before stores close for a month on Wednesday.
XBOX SERIES S/X – STORE PRE-ORDERS
Please come and pre-purchase your console from now until Wednesday evening.You will then be able to collect your console on launch day between 8am-2pm.
Xbox All Access customers will be contacted directly tomorrow with further instruction.
— GAME.co.uk (@GAMEdigital) November 1, 2020
Keep this page bookmarked and we will update you on the latest with the lockdown situation as soon as we hear more- which should be any day now with the release dates right around the corner.
Xbox Series X Accessories
A selection of Xbox Series X accessories are also available to pre-order now.
However, good news for you existing Xbox owners who have already snapped up many of the great additions you can get for the console- they will work on the Xbox Series X too! So anything that you buy now will not need replacing and while there will likely be new, snazzier versions when the console launches, such as the controller, you won’t have to buy them straight away in order to make the most out of the new console.
And above are all the brands that have been officially licensed by Microsoft to make the accessories and as you can see, there are a lot of them!
Here are some of the items you can buy right now that will work on the Xbox One X.
- Xbox Elite Controller – Buy now at Amazon for £157
- Xbox Controller Battery charging pack – Buy now at Amazon for £24.99
- Play and Charge kit – Buy now at Amazon for £27.99
- Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 2 Headset – Buy now at Amazon for £89.99
Xbox One deals
Maybe you are yet to join the Xbox world and are considering investing an older console rather than the brand spanking new one. If so, here are some deals for the Xbox One deals that you may be interested in.
And, we’d suggest keeping an eye on our Xbox Series X Black Friday page, too.
- Xbox One S 1TB Console, Forza Horizon 4 Lego Speed Champions Bundle £249 at Amazon
- Xbox One S 1TB console, 1 white controller, GPU 1 month for £1 dash offer £249.99 at Very
- Xbox One X Cyberpunk 2077 Limited Edition Bundle (1TB) £489.99 at Amazon (price reduced again)
- Xbox One S 1TB Console – Forza Horizon 4 Lego Speed Champions Bundle £249 at Amazon
- Xbox One S 1TB console, 1 white controller, GPU 1 month for £1 dash offer £249.99 at Very
- Xbox One S 1TB £276.99 at Amazon (limited stock)
- Xbox One S 1TB £249.99 at Argos
Stuck between Xbox and Playstation? Check out our comparison on new consoles PS5 v Xbox Series X.
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