Microsoft Stops Selling Original Xbox One, Gone Without A Trace

With the release of the Xbox One X, fans of the Microsoft console had much to rejoice. However, there is bad news for those who may have wanted the original Xbox One, which was released in 2013. It would seem that the console has disappeared from Microsoft online stores. As it stands, the only way to actually get one is to buy a refurbished version or to walk to every bargain store or gaming shop in town.

Right now, the only retail versions of the Xbox One that is available for purchase is the slimmer Xbox One S and the souped-up Xbox One X, Ubergizmo reports. The first one seems to have simply vanished without any explanations from the company.

In some stores in the UK, the version is still listed on some websites. However, it comes with a “Sold Out” sign. What makes this development rather odd is that there have been no indications that Microsoft was even planning on discontinuing production and sales of the unit.

Of course, it makes sense that the company would be pouring all of its resources and energy into making the Xbox One X its most successful game box to date. Its special Project Scorpio edition already sold out minutes after pre-orders went up. If it can replicate the same level of enthusiasm for the regular versions, it might finally start gaining ground against the PlayStation 4.

In any case, gamers who only want the more affordable version of the Microsoft console can get the Xbox One S, which features the same specifications as the original. There are also several bundles for the console, Digital Trends reports, which includes the $399 Xbox One S Minecraft Limited Edition. Since this version is slimmer, it might also appeal to those who are looking to save space.