At Kotaku, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. We have affiliate and advertising partnerships, which means we may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. BTW – prices are accurate and items in stock at the time of posting.
The Xbox Series X and Series S launched mid-November 2020, to the delight of everyone who was able to preorder them in Australia. For everyone else, the consoles are unfortunately in a strange state of limbo, with global distribution issues causing long-term stock shortages into 2021 and beyond.
The consoles are currently sold out at all physical stores, with new stock arriving at a nebulous future date. Here’s how the biggest Aussie retailers are faring with the Xbox Series X and Series S, and when you can expect new consoles to be available for preorder or purchase.
Update 4/04: The Xbox Series X is once again in stock on Amazon Australia We’ve seen it restock here on and off all week, so if you miss this drop be sure to keep an eye on it because it could pop up again. Series S consoles are readily available at most retailers.
Where You Can Buy A Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S In Australia
Amazon Australia
Update 4/04: Amazon has dropped another wave of stock of the Xbox Series X. It also has stock for the Xbox Series S with $50 off too. Be sure to check out how you can use the Series S (or X!) as a great emulation device.
Microsoft Store
Update 11/03: Aaaaand they’re back! The Microsoft Store once again has Series X consoles in stock. If you’re happy to take the smaller console, the Series S is available.
EB Games
Update 11/3: Xbox Series X preorders are live once more! One per person, get in quick. Plenty of stock for the Xbox Series S available, however.
Telstra
Telstra’s Xbox All Access program lets existing Telstra customers purchase an Xbox Series X or Series S bundled with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for a monthly fee over a two-year period. It’s $46 per month to own a Series X and $33 a month to own a Series S. Functionally, it’s quite similar to getting a phone handset on a plan. At the end of the contract, should Xbox have launched an updated model by then, you’ll be able to upgrade to newer hardware. Many Telstra stores will also have limited stock on hand, but are still subject to the ebb and flow of hardware availability like everyone else. Telstra recommends calling your local store to check beforehand.
Of all the options in this list, Telstra remains the most-sure fire way to get your hands on the Series X right now.
JB Hi-Fi
Update 08/03: JB’s Series X stock has been hard to come by — no surprise — but there’s plenty of Xbox Series S consoles available. If you’re jonesying for the bigger Xbox Series X, your best chance is to call up your local JB Hi-Fi store and check with the staff. Stores have been taking in-store preorders whenever more consoles come in, so here’s where you can find the number for your closet JB.
The Gamesmen
Update 08/03: The Gamesmen are currently sold out of the Series X, but they do have stock of the Xbox Series S.Target
Update 08/03: The Series X is completely sold out at Target. However, the Series S is available for click and collect in limited quantities.
Big W
Update 08/03: You can order the Xbox Series S for $429 (down from $499) with Big W here. The Xbox Series X is listed as “coming soon” but it’s not available for order.
Kogan
Update 08/03: Much like the PS5, the Xbox Series X and Series S are currently listed as ‘Coming Soon’ on Kogan.
You can set up a personal email notification for when they’re back in stock.