The Xbox Elite Series 3 seems to have leaked — and, in a twist no one expected, might have a built-in screen
The Xbox Elite Series 3 controller might have leaked... Again.
An unannounced Xbox Elite Series 3 controller may have leaked, according to photos posted to Reddit and since removed. The prototype appears to have a built-in screen, which is a surprising feature. A Reddit user claims to have purchased the controller on the online marketplace website OfferUp, and the photos seem genuine. The controller shares similarities with the Xbox Elite Series 2 but has notable differences, such as a redesigned D-pad, scroll wheels at the bottom, a removable rechargeable battery pack, and a built-in screen.
The screen's purpose remains uncertain, but some speculate it could indicate the controller's pairing status or be used for settings, profile swapping, and even receiving text messages. The Reddit user couldn't successfully pair the controller with their consoles, leading others to speculate it might be a developer unit requiring a registered Xbox dev account. The leak suggests an official reveal may be imminent, potentially at Gamescom 2026.
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