Black Friday brings much joy and excitement to gaming enthusiasts. After all, it lets them snag deals on their favorite games, controllers, consoles, accessories, gear, and more. Even the top brands in this category, like PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo, roll out offers during this time, helping people save money. Based on past sales and current price trends, here are the top ten gaming deals to expect for Black Friday 2023.
Gaming consoles
1. Last Black Friday, shoppers could bag a refurbished Microsoft Xbox Series X for $499.99 after a flat $30 discount. Sure, it may not provide the grand feeling of owning a brand-new console, but users still enjoy the same features. Moreover, besides getting a bundle, there cannot be a better way to save decently on the Series X console. Those looking for a gaming console can definitely consider this deal if it returns in 2023.
2. The digital-only Microsoft Xbox Series S usually costs $299.99, but gamers could get it for $240 after a 20% discount last year. This deal was available at Microsoft, Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. Alternatively, one could pick it up for $249.99 at Target. Shopping at Amazon and Target was beneficial as customers also received gift cards, which they could use on future purchases. The Xbox Series S is smaller and may not be as powerful as the Series X, but it can play the same digital games, courtesy of its 120 Hz playback at 2560 x 1440 QHD resolution. While users cannot employ the physical discs with this console, they can access the digital titles as in the Series X.
3. Those looking for a handheld gaming console can track down the Logitech G Cloud. Last sale season, this device was available for $299.99 instead of $349.99 at Best Buy and Amazon. One could also grab it for a similar price at Logitech’s website. Though it may be unable to play the games locally very well, the G Cloud is still a popular alternative for streaming from cloud gaming services like Nvidia GeForce, Steam Link, and Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Gaming bundles
4. Gamers who have been eyeing the Oculus Quest 2 for a long time should make the most of the Black Friday sales. This VR headset has excellent specifications and is straightforward to use. Last year, it was bundled with top-notch games like Resident Evil 4 VR and Beat Saber. Originally priced at $469.99, customers could bag this bundle from Amazon at $349.99.
5. Last Black Friday, Walmart bundled the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and the Nintendo Switch with three months of Nintendo Switch Online. One could get it for $299 instead of $399, saving $100! This super-saver bundle could return this year, so interested buyers should thoroughly scan the retailer’s website. Hopefully, Walmart might even offer a better deal for 2023. Since the bundle features an online membership and one of the most popular games on the console, it will be a top gaming deal to watch out for.
Video games
6. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is currently listed at a discount of $7.07 at Walmart. However, the price may gradually reduce until Black Friday. Last year, one could save $30 on this game and get it for just $29.
7. Gamers wanting to get their hands on the D&D Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle can do so during the sale. Last Black Friday saw its price drop to $10 at Amazon (from $19.99).
Controllers and gaming accessories
8. The PS5 White DualSense Controller, which usually costs $70, was available at Amazon for $49 last Black Friday, saving customers $21. One can hope for a similar deal if they need a replacement or spare DualSense.
9. Gamers looking for a good PC setup starter can look for deals on the Alienware Aurora R13 (RX 6500 XT). Usually priced at $1,499.99, one could bag it for only $999 at Dell last shopping season. It packs a solid punch at under $1,000, harboring an AMD RX 6500 XT Radeon graphics card, 256GB SSD, 8GB RAM, and i5-12400F processor.
10. The WD 1TB SN850 PS5 Black SSD is among the most sought-after gaming accessories and a top pick among SSDs. Best Buy listed it for $129.99 last Black Friday, down from $179.99. This deal is an excellent example of how one can benefit if they only wait until Black Friday to purchase.
