Microsoftâs flagship Xbox Series X supports 4K gaming and up to 120 frames per second. | Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge
If you havenât been able to nab an Xbox Series X, today may be your lucky day. Best Buy has the coveted console in stock for its usual price of $499.99, though, the drop is exclusive to paying Totaltech subscribers. If you werenât already aware, Totaltech is Best Buyâs premium membership, one that combines tech support, product protection, and access to exclusive console restocks for $199.99 per year. Itâs an expensive service, though if you feel youâre still struggling to find Microsoftâs next-gen console, it should improve your chances of landing a console.
If you are a Totaltech member, make sure youâve logged into your account ahead of time, double-check that your billing and shipping information is correct, and stay persistent. To get in line, make sure to click the âAdd to Cartâ button, and be prepared for Best Buy to ask you to verify your information. Also, donât give up if the Series X appears to sell out â Best Buy often releases consoles in waves of 10-minute intervals, so you may have a second chance.
If you donât manage to score a console today, however, keep your head up. Weâre constantly on the lookout for further availability of the latest consoles, so keep checking back. To lift your spirits in the meantime, why not subscribe to our Verge Deals newsletter for weekly updates filled with the latest gaming, tech, and gadget deals?
Accessories and games to consider for your Xbox Series X
If you are able to secure an Xbox Series X, weâve also rounded up a few games and accessories to consider below, some of which are also compatible with the last-gen Xbox One.