An unexpected collaboration has led to an American Girl doll set which includes a miniature Xbox Series X and Xbox Game Pass subscription. Microsoft's Xbox line has been a huge staple of the video game industry for years, offering stiff competition to rivals Sony and Nintendo. The newest part of the console lineage, the Xbox Series X/S, has been hugely successful, though many players are still unable to find the system in stock.
One of the greatest strengths of the Xbox brand is Xbox Game Pass, a subscription streaming service which gives users access to a huge library of games. These titles are available to players at any time, though several games are frequently removed from the service. Xbox Game Pass features older releases, but many modern games are actually launched on Game Pass alongside other consoles. While many rumors circulate about Xbox Game Pass spreading to other consoles, Xbox head Phil Spencer recently denied rumors of Game Pass coming to Nintendo Switch.
In an unusual turn of events, Xbox has teamed up with American Girl to create a brand-new set of plastic gamer accessories. The American Girl + Xbox Gaming Set bundle includes everything a doll could need to enjoy a night of intense Xbox gameplay. The set includes a chair, a miniature Xbox Series X, a headset, some yummy snacks, two controllers, a fake Xbox Game Pass activation card, and more. The tiny replica props are actually impressively lifelike, with the Xbox Series X even including a slot to insert tiny fake game discs. The American Girl + Xbox Gaming Set also includes a real-life Xbox Game Pass Ultimate card, which adults can use to activate a 30-day subscription to the service.
Xbox is a massive brand, so crossover merchandise is not exactly a new occurrence. Microsoft recently gave away an Xbox Series S-themed suitcase to celebrate the console launch of Microsoft Flight Simulator. The popular title, previously released on PC, puts players behind the wheel of a realistic plane as it flies through the sky. Mapping technology is used to replicate the real world, allowing players to soar above a rough approximation of actual terrain and landmarks. The Xbox Series S suitcase is specifically molded to fit an Xbox Series S, a controller, and a portable monitor for gaming on the go. Another unexpected Xbox collaboration also commenced recently, and this one was a bit tastier than a suitcase. As part of a cross-promotion, Krispy Kreme is selling Xbox Series S-themed donuts along with a contest for customers to win an actual Series S console.
The Xbox brand is immensely popular, with consoles and exclusive titles known all around the world. This popularity leads to many cross-promotions as other brands seek to find exposure of their own. The American Girl + Xbox Gaming Set bundle may serve as a thoughtful gift for any young gamer. The miniature replicas of iconic Xbox gear are actually quite impressive, with care and detail bringing the video game system to life in a surprising way.
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