Just when we think we've heard it all, Microsoft comes up with a new concept for its limited edition Xbox controllers that is both strange and strangely intriguing. To celebrate the upcoming release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Microsoft is offering several special edition controllers inspired by the iconic heroes in a half-shell. Completely normal, right? Think again. These Xbox TMNT controllers are the first pizza-flavored controllers ever released (yes, you read that right). Fans can now immerse themselves in the world of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, not only through gameplay, but also through their sense of smell.
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The smell of pizza is diffused by a diffusion system attached to the controllers, which are also shaped like a “slice of delicious New York pizza”. The delivery system emits a subtle aroma that replicates the distinct smell of freshly cooked pizza (I wonder if it's pepperoni or anchovies), enhancing the gaming experience. This unique feature adds an extra layer sensory immersion, making players feel like they are truly part of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles universe.
Aside from the foul smell of pizza, these controllers look pretty cool and most TMNT fans would probably want to own them. The controllers themselves are colored “ooze green” and come in four different variations, one for each of the four Turtle brothers, each bearing their name in graffiti, an image of the Turtle and their favorite weapon.
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Unfortunately, the only way to stand a chance of getting your hands on one of these smelly controllers is to follow Xbox Game Pass on Twitter and retweet “the official Xbox Game Pass giveaway tweet.” It's simple, right? In just a few clicks, you could be the proud owner of a limited edition TMNT controller. The competition is fierce, as TMNT fans around the world compete for the chance to win. At the time of writing this article, the tweet has already reached 29.3 km. Since the number of controllers available is limited (10 or 10,000, the announcement doesn't specify), the chances of winning may be slim, but for die-hard fans, it's definitely worth a shot. So cross your fingers, shout “Cowabunga!” and hope that luck will be on your side in this exciting competition.
The competition will run from July 24 to August 13, 2023. If you want to own one of these limited edition TMNT controllers, don't forget to enter before the deadline.
And while you wait, don't forget to get into the TMNT spirit because Mutant Mayhem is only a few weeks away! Fans of the beloved Turtles won't want to miss this exciting, action-packed film that brings our favorite heroes back to the big screen. Check out the official synopsis below:
In Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, after years spent sheltered from the human world, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers through heroic acts. Their new friend April O'Neil helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate, but they're at a loss when an army of mutants is unleashed on them.
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