Xbox’s ‘cheeky’ Deadpool & Wolverine controller is the butt of the joke

While most would associate Ryan Reynold's smart-talking Deadpool with his massive mouth, it seems others are looking a little further south for his defining features. As Shawn Levy's Deadpool & Wolverine claws its way into cinemas, it seems everyone in movies, gaming, and beyond wants a slice of the antihero pie.

Following the release of Tim Miller's Deadpool in 2016, the franchise has grown to astronomical heights. Throwing in a returning Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and putting the X-Men in the Marvel Cinematic Universe means Deadpool & Wolverine could be one of the biggest movies of all time, so it only makes sense that gaming is trying to get in on the action.

Microsoft shows off 'Cheeky Controller' to celebrate Deadpool & Wolverine

Although the rumoured Deadpool & Wolverine/Call of Duty crossover doesn't look like it'll be coming to the shooter series, that doesn't mean CoD overlord Microsoft doesn't have a few tricks up its sleeve. The gaming giant has been showing off the 'Cheeky Controller' that's modelled after Deadpool's rear.

Revealed by Xbox Wire, the Cheeky Controller is part of a partnership between Deadpool and Xbox to design a custom Xbox Wireless Controller. The description explains how it honours "Deadpool’s much-discussed, perfectly rounded tush," although this one-of-a-kind controller is only going to be in the hands of one lucky gamer.

There's the typical global sweepstake, offering fans a slew of Deadpool & Wolverine-themed Xbox hardware. You can nab "Deadpool's buns of steel in its firm (yet surprisingly comfortable) grip" by following Xbox on X and reposting the Xbox sweepstakes post.

You can also win a custom Deadpool & Wolverine Xbox Series X, boasting foam versions of Deadpool's Bea and Arthur katanas and two Xbox Wireless Controllers. Check out Xbox's official terms and conditions for more, however, you can also win some unmissable prizes by tuning into the Twitch Xbox on July 22 for a special live broadcast.

Although it's frustrating that these special releases continue to be limited to competition winners, that won't stop us from entering. Others agree, with one fan cheering, "This is what happens when we let Ryan Reynolds market. Pure Gold."

Another said, "I don’t have time to explain, but I need this controller NOW," and a third concluded, "Well, because if you can't admire Deadpool's derriere while gaming, what's the point?" We'd love to get our hands on Deadpool's 'buns', but sadly, the odds are stacked against us.