Microsoft recently confirmed that the Xbox Series X will be released in November. Based on leaked images of what appears to be the console's controller, Microsoft's next-generation console may hit store shelves on November 6.

The information comes from Tom Warren of The Verge, who sent us an image of a package that appears to be an Xbox Series X controller. The box has a sticker on it that reads "Do not sell or display before November 6, 2020," suggesting that the new console may officially hit retail stores.

This possible release date is a bit unusual, as the previous generation of consoles shipped a bit closer to the Black Friday sales season (November 22, 2013 for the Xbox One and November 15, 2013 for the PS4). However, given the current global pandemic, Microsoft may want to get the Series X in stores and online a little earlier so that everyone can get their hands on it before the holiday season.

Additionally, there is precedent for Microsoft releasing hardware in the first week of November. The mid-cycle Xbox One X launched on November 7, 2017.

Speaking of leaked controllers, an image of a white Xbox controller that circulated earlier this week seems to confirm the existence of the Xbox Series S. The Series S has long been said to be announced in August, and pricing, final release date, and other details about both new Xbox machines It seems only a matter of time before we learn more details about both new Xbox machines, including pricing and an eventual release date.