The Xbox mini fridge shouldn’t exist, but we’re grateful it exists. It is rare for a joke to result in a genuine idea for a product in the video game industry, especially when it is created at the company’s expense. But that’s exactly what happened with the Xbox Mini Fridge, which you can buy right now.
When the Xbox Series X was revealed to the world – with its tall, rectangular shape – users quickly took to social media he compared the console to a refrigerator. So instead of going back to design, Microsoft went as far as having fun and went so far as to create a giant Xbox Series X cooler for gamers to keep their snacks cool during any gaming session.
Shortly after, gamers were desperate to produce an Xbox mini fridge, and at E3 2021, Microsoft committed. The company announced that an Xbox Series X mini fridge would then be produced, and the rest is history. A coveted collector’s item for any Xbox fan, the Xbox mini fridge has been in high demand since its release.
Xbox Mini Fridge: Get to the point
- What is this? Xbox Series X Mini Refrigerator Replica
- How much is it? $99.99 / £89.99
- When was it released? January 2022
Xbox Mini Fridge price and release date
The Xbox Mini Fridge is now available. It was supposed to be released during the holidays of 2021 (i.e. between November and December), but it was moved to January 2022.
Xbox Mini Fridge is only available in Objective (opens in a new tab) in the USA and Game (opens in a new tab) in the UK, and the latter encountered supply problems which subsequently led to a delay. It costs $99.99 / £89.99. it’s worth noting that if you don’t pick up your Xbox Mini Fridge from the store, you may be charged a hefty delivery fee due to the size of the device.
Xbox Mini Refrigerator Design
The Xbox Mini Fridge is designed to look exactly like the Xbox Series X, and in many ways it matches that aspect. You’ll find everything you might see on Microsoft’s flagship console here, including a working front USB port that can power a device like a smartphone. The power button and the top vent of the Xbox mini fridge can be illuminated independently for a more refined look.
There is a switch on the back of the Xbox Mini Fridge that allows you to turn on the device and select economy or maximum mode. Both modes exhibit quite audible fan noise, but eco mode isn’t too obtrusive.
Inside, there’s room to store up to 12 soda cans thanks to the 10-litre capacity, as well as several removable door shelves for snacks. The Xbox mini fridge does a good job of keeping everything cool, but condensation can occur inside, as evidenced by the warning label on the inside.
Xbox Mini Fridge: where to buy
The Xbox Mini Fridge is only available from Target in the US and Game in the UK. Both retailers have tried to keep the product in stock as it has proven to be very popular with fans who want a unique keepsake or just want a mini fridge as part of their setup.
Why did Microsoft create the Xbox Mini Fridge?
The Xbox Mini Fridge got the go-ahead after Xbox marketing chief Aaron Greenberg promised to produce the product if the company won Twitter’s #BestofTweets contest, which it did with the tightest margins ranging from 50.5% to 49.5%. To encourage more votes, Greenberg said the Xbox mini fridges would go into production if the brand proves to be the best. The rest, as they say, is history.
Is the Xbox Mini Fridge worth it?
Xbox Mini Fridge is an innovative product that will surely appeal to Xbox fans. Yes, it works like a mini fridge, but it’s not class-leading, so keep that in mind. Fan noise can be distracting for some, but if you have the Xbox Series X mini fridge set up in another room, it won’t be a problem. Still, there are some really cool design embellishments, like the illuminated power button and top fan, as well as a working USB port that greatly adds to the overall appeal of the Xbox Mini Cooler.