Microsoft has confirmed that supply disruptions are causing a shortage of Xbox controllers in countries around the world.
In a statement VGC, Microsoft said: “It can be difficult to find an Xbox wireless controller right now due to a lack of supply. We are working with manufacturing and retail partners as quickly as possible to improve this. About availability Please contact your nearest retailer. “
As stated in the VGC report, multiple retailers in different regions are now completely sold out from the official Xbox wireless controller.This situation seems to be widespread throughout Europe, with Xbox users Resetera It reports that it is difficult to meet managers in France, the Netherlands, Germany and the United Kingdom. Austrian fans also seem to have problems, but in the US only used controllers can be found on Amazon US and GameStop.
Amazon UK currently has a standard carbon black controller in stock, but no other options are available. All colors are out of stock at the UK Microsoft Store.
Since the launch of the new generation of Xbox and PlayStation, the lack of consoles has been commonplace. This has allowed Sony to manufacture more PS4s than planned. But generally speaking, peripherals are easy to buy. Microsoft’s statement does not point to the underlying problem that is disrupting supply, but hopefully this is not a sign of a wider supply problem on the horizon, but a temporary interruption.
Matt Purslow is IGN’s UK News and Features Editor.
