Expect more changes to the Xbox Design Lab in the future, which could include using new materials.<\/b>
\n(Credit: Microsoft) You can once again create your ideal Xbox controller. On Thursday, Microsoft announced the return of the Xbox Design Lab, a site for designing custom controllers. The service was temporarily shut down in October as the company prepared to launch the next-generation Xbox. The site now features custom wireless controllers for the Xbox Series X \/S. The same controllers are also compatible with Xbox One. Like before, the Xbox Design Lab lets you customize the colors on the various parts of the controller, including the triggers, thumb sticks, and buttons. You can also add a custom engraving to the controller\u2019s casing. Microsoft says the revived site has been updated with a few more options. \u201cPlayers can choose from 18 different available colors for most controller parts and we are introducing new colors like Shock Blue, Pulse Red, and Electric Volt,\u201d the Xbox team wrote in the announcement. (Credit: Microsoft) \u201cWe are also adding a new black-on-color ABXY button option, as well as a new black-on-white color option for the View, Menu and Share buttons,\u201d it added. The company is also preparing more changes in the future, which include \u201ctesting new materials.\u201d Microsoft also notes that most of the color options on the design lab are partially made with recycled plastics. \u201cOver the coming months, we will share more information about new customization opportunities and new ways to personalize your gaming experience,\u201d the Xbox team said. However, you\u2019ll have to pay a premium to own the custom controllers. The Xbox Design Lab charges $69.99 for each device, making them $10 more expensive than the Xbox wireless conventional controller. To add a custom engraving, you have to pay another $10 extra. Orders placed through the design lab will be delivered within 14 business days, Microsoft says.<\/p>\n