The Xbox Series X is available at Best Buy right now for Totaltech subscribers

Microsoft’s flagship Xbox Series X supports 4K gaming and up to 120 frames per second. | Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge

If you’ve had no luck nabbing the Xbox Series X, today may be your lucky day. Best Buy has the coveted next-gen console in stock for its usual price of $499.99, though, the drop is exclusive to paying Totaltech subscribers. Totaltech is Best Buy’s premium membership, one that combines tech support, product protection, and access to the occasional exclusive console restock for $199.99 per year. It’s a pricey service, though if you feel it’s worth your money, it should improve your chances of landing a console.

Make sure you’ve logged into your account ahead of time and with a paying subscription to Totaltech (sorry, no free trials). Double-check that your billing and shipping information is correct as well, and stay persistent. To get in...