Microsoft Announces XBOX Nano Controller — The Brand’s Most Compact Controller for $50

Microsoft has introduced the XBOX Nano Controller, a new ultra-compact and budget-friendly gamepad designed for portable gaming, players with smaller hands, kids, and family play.

At just over 5 inches in length (around 13 cm) and weighing a mere 3.5 ounces (around 99 grams), the XBOX Nano is the smallest and lightest controller in the lineup—shorter and lighter than most modern smartphones. Despite its portable size, the controller features a familiar layout and supports all 18 standard gameplay inputs.

Key technical features of the device:

• Battery and Action Button: The device includes a rechargeable battery and a programmable Action Button for quickly taking screenshots, capturing gameplay, or executing other shortcuts.
• Universal Connectivity: Support for XBOX Wireless and Bluetooth protocols allows for seamless connection across a range of compatible devices.

The official price of the XBOX Nano Controller is $49.99 USD. Pre-orders open today, with official sales starting in November 2026 across more than 30 countries worldwide (including the US, UK, EU countries, Japan, Canada, and others), with additional markets to follow.

For the holiday season, Microsoft has prepared special US bundles for new users:

• With Samsung: Customers purchasing select Samsung TV models will receive an XBOX Nano Controller and 2 months of Game Pass Ultimate to play via cloud gaming in the Samsung Gaming Hub.
• With Meta: A similar bundle featuring the controller and 2 months of Game Pass Ultimate will be included with the purchase of Meta Quest headsets.

As a reminder: Asha Sharma has launched XBOX LABS to research emerging technologies in gaming.