Last month, Microsoft announced plans to reveal “new Xbox hardware and accessories” at Gamescom 2018. Gamers speculated the likelihood of Microsoft revealing the next Xbox console, Project Scarlet. However, Microsoft was quick to clarify their announcement, saying they’d be showing “new Xbox One bundles and accessories” instead of hardware.
True to their word, several new Xbox One bundles were showcased at this year’s Gamescom. The bundles include some of the most anticipated game releases of 2018 including Fallout 76, Battlefield V, and Forza Horizon 4. Additionally, Microsoft noted that all of these bundles are currently available for pre-order at both the Microsoft Store, and select retailers.
If you’re in the market for a new Xbox One and are considering one of the new bundles shown at Gamescom, you may be confused as to which bundle is the best. Are there differences in price or contents? To help answer these questions and clarify the minor differences between each bundle, we decided to put together a quick recap of all the Xbox One bundles announced at Gamescom.
All New Xbox One Bundles Announced at Gamescom
Fallout 76 Bundle for Xbox One
The Fallout 76 bundle for Xbox One is great for gamers looking to pick up Bethesda’s newest game, and an Xbox One X to play it on. Included in the Fallout 76 bundle for Xbox One is an Xbox One X 1TB, copy of Fallout 76, wireless Xbox controller, and a month of Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold.
Fallout 76 is scheduled to release on November 16. Should you pre-order this bundle, you’ll need to wait until Fallout 76 is released to receive this Xbox One bundle. The Fallout 76 bundle for Xbox One is priced at $499 and can be pre-ordered at Microsoft, GameStop, Best Buy, and Amazon.
Battlefield V Bundle for Xbox One
The Battlefield V bundle for Xbox One is perfect for fans of the Battlefield series who are interested in both Battlefield V and the Xbox One X. Included in the Battlefield V bundle for Xbox One is a gold and black Xbox One X 1TB, copy of Battlefield V, copy of Battlefield 1943, wireless Xbox controller, a 14-day trial of Xbox Live Gold, and one-month subscriptions to Xbox Game Pass and EA Access.
Battlefield V is scheduled to release on October 16. Should you pre-order this bundle, you’ll need to wait until Battlefield V is released to receive this Xbox One bundle. The Battlefield V bundle for Xbox One is priced at $499 and can be pre-ordered at Microsoft and Best Buy.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider Bundle for Xbox One
The Shadow of the Tomb Raider bundle for Xbox One is ideal for gamers looking to pick up the next installment in the Lara Croft series and an Xbox One X. Included in the Shadow of the Tomb Raider bundle for Xbox One is an Xbox One X 1TB, copy of Shadow of the Tomb Raider, wireless Xbox controller, 14-day trial of Xbox Live Gold, and a one-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider is scheduled to release on September 14. Should you pre-order this bundle, you’ll need to wait until Shadow of the Tomb Raider is released to receive this Xbox One bundle. The Shadow of the Tomb Raider bundle is priced at $499 and can be pre-ordered at Microsoft and Best Buy.
Forza Horizon 4 Bundle for Xbox One
The Forza Horizon 4 bundle for Xbox One is a fantastic deal for racing fans interested in playing the newest Forza game on a powerful Xbox One X. Included in the Forza Horizon 4 bundle for Xbox One is an Xbox One X 1TB, copy of Forza Horizon 4, copy of Forza Motorsport 7, wireless Xbox controller, 14-day trial of Xbox Live Gold, and a one-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass.
Forza Horizon 4 is scheduled to release on October 2. Should you pre-order this bundle, you’ll need to wait until Forza Horizon 4 is released to receive this Xbox One bundle. The Forza Horizon 4 bundle is priced at $499 and can be pre-ordered at Microsoft.
When it comes to the four new Xbox One bundles, all are priced the same and include similar contents. However, the Battlefield V and Forza Horizon 4 bundles also include a second game. What’s more, the Battlefield V bundle includes a gorgeous gold-and-black Xbox One X rather than the standard black version included in other bundles.
When it comes to which one you should choose, that largely depends on the game you’re most interested in purchasing. For more on Microsoft, be sure to check out some of our previous features including how Xbox All Access will include free hardware, the news that Microsoft’s Games and Services division surpassed $10 billion in revenue, and the announcemen that PUBG is leaving Early Access on Xbox One as of September 4.
By reading through this feature, you should now know all of the Xbox One bundles announced at Gamescom 2018.
