Microsoft on Tuesday formally announced pricing and availability for its controller-free Kinect game system, including bundle options.

Kinect will be available starting November 4 in North America for $149.99. It will come with the Kinect sensor as well as the "Kinect Adventures" video game.

Kinect works with the Xbox 360 so for those without the console, Microsoft announced a $299 bundle that will include the new Xbox 360 4GB console, the Kinect sensor, and "Kinect Adventures."

The standalone 4GB version of the XBox 360 will start shipping on Aug. 3 for $199.99. It includes built-in Wi-Fi N, 4GB of internal Flash memory, and a black matte finish.

Fifteen games like "Kinectimals," "Kinect Sports," and "Kinect JoyRide," will be available at launch for $49 each.

Pre-orders are now being accepted at most major retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Wal-Mart, Target, GameStop, and the Microsoft Store. Those who pre-order Kinect will get a token to download three exclusive game levels for "Kinect Adventures."

Microsoft acknowledged the $149.99 price point in late June after pre-sale options started popping up on various retail sites, but did not unveil bundle options at that point.

Kinect, which was originally known as Project Natal, made its debut at this year's E3 gaming conference. The device's built-in, multi-array microphone allows users to control programming on the Xbox 360 using voice commands or gestures, without a controller.

To show off Kinect, Microsoft said it will launch a 32-city tour, which will let users try out Kinect before it hits stores in November. It started July 17 at Macy's in Manhattan, and Microsoft team members will be at the Barnstable County Fair in Massachusetts until July 22 showing off the system. More dates are listed on the Microsoft Web site.