You can buy the Xbox Series X at Costco and direct from Microsoft now

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We may have a brief respite from the console restocks if you are on the hunt for the Xbox Series X. The flagship Xbox has never been as difficult to get as a PS 5, but at times it could be available. We have one of those lulls where a couple retailers have the Xbox Series X available to order without much fuss. Anyone can order the console directly from Microsoft for $499.99, and anyone can get it in a bundle with an additional controller.

Like other retailers, Microsoft and Costco have had moments where the consoles popped up with limited availability and instantly sold out, but right now, these listings are holding. Since you have to be a member of COSTCO to get the bundle, you have to pay an additional $50 for a second controller. Microsoft offers a variety of accessory options, but you don't have to buy them.

A few of us ran into errors when clicking Checkout at Microsoft but were able to work around it by using another browser or opening an Incognito window. If you see a message when you click the big green button that says "You have reached the max quantity for a product", be sure to try different options. You will see a shipping estimate once you get it in your cart and ready for checkout. My delivery date from Microsoft is June 16th, while the lead time from Costco is about a week.

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