Unlike the earliest Xbox One console, designed only to sit horizontally, Xbox Series X supports two positions. Microsoft made a really interesting play with the launch of the Xbox Series X and Series S, all centred around the idea that all of its new games will work across the whole range of recent Xbox consoles. If you're willing to accept its minor faults in exchange for the incredible value on offer, the PowerA Dual Charging Station is easily one of the best Xbox charging accessories you can choose. Drawing massive inspiration from Microsoft's blocky adventure game, the Xbox One S Minecraft Limited Edition console provides a look plucked straight out of the game's world.

The dock can charge up to two controllers at a time, giving you more time playing, and less time looking for batteries. Once placed in the dock, controllers naturally nestle where they need to be, even without the presence of magnets to help keep them in place (like on the more expensive Razer Universal Quick Charging Stand). Released in bundles alongside a digital copy of the game, this console and controller duo fit right into battles across Europe.

Deep Blue Xbox One S bundles were sold in late 2016, alongside copies of Gears of War 4, Battlefield 1, or FIFA 17. There are cheaper options available (see below) but this clip-in stand from PowerA is as close to an official product as it gets.

If you have an external hard drive connected to your system, you'll want to make sure there's space between the console and the drive. If you've got an Xbox One S, whether with a disc drive or the digital-only version, you might be wondering how the newer slim Series S console stacks up. With a free battery pack included, you will never need to worry about disposable batteries again; simply place your controller on the stand, when you've finished gaming, and it will be charged up and ready for your next session. The Xbox Series will come with the newest version of Microsoft's Xbox controller, with some subtle improvements covering better grip, tweaked analog sticks and a new finish for the buttons to make them easier to press.While the indicator lights worked as advertised most of the time, I had several instances when the orange light didn't shift to white until hours after the controller was already fully charged.

You'd have to be really careful to keep it steady, though, because it's not designed to have any balance on its side. The OIVO Vertical Stand is an all-in-one Xbox controller and accessories holder, allowing you to keep your games and accessories in one place while charging your controllers with the included battery packs. With the Playseat Challenge, you get a racing seat with an integrated wheel and pedal mounts that also fold down flat for easy storage.

Clocking in at 60% of the Xbox Series X footprint, the Xbox Series S measures 275mm x 151mm x 64mm, closer to past consoles. Another Xbox One X gradient hit the market in celebration of Electronic Arts' WWII shooter, Battlefield V.