Category: Video Games

If you have yet to purchase either a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S, there is never a better time than just Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Both systems have received massive exclusives in 2023, further bolstering their offerings. A great entry point right now is the Xbox Series S, which happens to be on sale with the new Starter Bundle. This bundle is only $234.99 at Dell for Black Friday, a 22% discount from the standard price. In the UK this bundle is down to just £189 as well.

Grab the Xbox Series S Starter Bundle for Only $234.99

• Also at Best Buy
• Also at GameStop
• Also at Target

The Xbox Series S Starter Bundle includes everything you need to get started in the Xbox ecosystem. Starting off, the bundle includes the Xbox Series S console – packing 512GB of storage, so you might want to look into additional storage in the future. You’ll also get your standard Xbox controller in Robot White. And the last thing included is a 3-month voucher for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, essentially saving you another $50 on top. You can also consider the standard Xbox Series S deal for $224.99 at Dell, but it doesn’t include Game Pass so it’s definitely not as good of an offer.

Overall, this bundle offers a great starting point if you’re not the owner of an Xbox or PlayStation yet. It’s the cheapest entry into either ecosystem, and the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate voucher will allow you to take full advantage of the Xbox content offerings. Three months of Game Pass will take you into early 2024 and cover releases like Persona 3 Reload or Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.

Walmart has many other deals you don’t want to miss this Black Friday. For example, Xbox Controllers are priced at only $45, which is 25% off. You can always use an extra controller, so this is a great deal to combine with the Starter Bundle. Additionally, the Sony Bravia XR A90J is only $1,396, which is the best Black Friday TV deal. For more deals, check out our Walmart Black Friday 2023 roundup.

Xbox’s Black Friday deals are still here even after the holiday. While we originally thought Xbox controllers would only be getting a small $10 discount at most retailers, the deal is actually a lot better than that and well worth considering if you’ve been after an additional gamepad. The cheapest controller you can get right now is for $39.99 at Best Buy (see here), and its the Stellar Shift Special Edition with an MSRP of $69.99. This deal is also still live for Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales in the UK, with Xbox Controllers down to £38.99.

This will likely sell out as its such a good deal, so let’s get into what else is available in the deal as well. By the looks of things, most other controllers have dropped to at least $44.99, which is a decent $20 off the standard Xbox controller and a reasonable deal for Black Friday. Plus, this includes some of the newer color variations as well like the Astral Purple design. We’ll leave all the links you need just below.

There are plenty of other fantastic Xbox deals still live as well. The best deal we’ve seen so far is the Xbox Series X Diablo 4 Bundle from Walmart, which includes Diablo 4 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 for $489, or $439 without CoD.

If you’re a Best Buy Plus/ Tech Total member you can also get a Series X for $399 + a Best Buy $50 Gift Card, and for everyone else its $449, but that is still a great deal. Microsoft is still currently hosting its own Black Friday sale, and you can currently get an Xbox Series S + 3-months Xbox Game Pass for $249.

Dell also has a variety of deals now available across PCs, laptops, consoles, accessories, and more. In addition, Dell has several monitors available for a discounted rate for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Be sure to check out our Dell Black Friday 2023 roundup for all the ongoing deals still available.

Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.

Black Friday deals are still lingering around here, and there’s so much to look through, from the latest and greatest deals on tech to incredible console bundle deals. If you enjoy Pokemon, though, and have been searching the internet trying to find the best discounts on everything from cards to games to plushies, we’re here to help. In this roundup, we’ve gathered all of the best Pokemon deals that have popped up during Black Friday (and cropping up for Cyber Monday) at a variety of retailers. To get started looking through them, click on one of the links below.

The Best Pokemon Deals During Black Friday:

• Pokemon Cards
• Pokemon Games
• Pokemon Plushies
• Pokemon Collectibles (IGN Store)

Save Big on Pokemon Cards

Black Friday offers great deals at a variety of retailers, but some of the best deals on Pokemon cards can be found at Best Buy (see the full list of deals here) and on Amazon (see here). We’ve picked out some of our favorite deals below for you to look through, broken down by each retailer.

Best Buy Pokemon Card Deals

Amazon Pokemon Card Deals

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Enjoy Discounts on Pokemon Games

There are a few great deals at the moment on physical Pokemon games that are worth taking advantage of if you own a Nintendo Switch. However, keep in mind that more games should pop up with discounts this Friday, and we’ll be sure to update this when they do. Amazon also has a couple of Black Friday accessory deals for Switch owners that are worth a look.

Pokemon Game Deals

Black Friday Nintendo Switch Accessory Deals

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Pick Up These Adorable Pokemon Plushies

Pokemon Squishmallows are a massive hit, so you’ll be happy to know that GameStop is offering a Buy 2, Get 1 Free sale on toys and collectibles for Black Friday that includes some! We’ve featured the ones included in the sale below, along with a couple of additional Black Friday plush toy deals over at Amazon.

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Show Off Your Love of Pokemon With These Collectibles From the IGN Store

The IGN Store is currently throwing a big Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale, and there are a couple of items in there for Pokemon fans to enjoy. Mainly, you can pick up a Lapras Funko Pop and a Piplup Funko Pop.

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If you’re curious to see more Black Friday deals, we have several roundups for the sale event that are worth checking out. Whether you’re looking for more gaming deals – to which I’ll point you in the directions of our Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Xbox Black Friday deal roundups – or discounts on board games and tech, we’ve got a massive selection of deals covered. You can also learn more from our retailer roundups for Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Costco to see the latest and greatest deals available.

Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer who works with the Guides and Commerce teams here at IGN.

Xbox games are the best, but in 2023 they are a bit expensive — even with the brilliance of Xbox Game Pass in your arsenal. As games continue to push the boundaries of what is possible on a console, we’ve been starting to see a lot of $70 launch games. But, with the introduction of Xbox Black Friday deals into the mix at the end of the year, there are still plenty of chances to save big on the very best games going.

We’ve had our eye on the best Black Friday deals all November, but now we’re past the point of no return, it’s time to officially declare which are the best Xbox video game deals this holiday season. Whether you’re after a Game of the Year contender like Resident Evil 4, or you’re looking for one of the best fighting games of all time like Street Fighter 6 — we’ve got you covered. But, watch out, as the countdown to the end of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales is now on, and these deals will be gone before you know it.

Resident Evil 4 Black Friday Deals

$30 for a Game of the Year contender is a great deal, and we’re just going to say it – this is the best video game Black Friday deal right now. That’s a crazy good deal for what will go down as one of the best games of all time (again). We gave the remake a Masterpiece 10/10 in our review – stating: “The Resident Evil 4 remake is the series’ most relentlessly exciting adventure rebuilt, refined, and realized to the full extent of its enormous potential.” This is such a great deal on such a great game, and we’re convinced it’s going to sell out before the Cyber Monday sales truly kick off. RE4 is also one of our top picks for the best PS5 game deals for Black Friday.

Diablo 4 Black Friday Deals

One of the best games of the year, Diablo 4, is down to just $50 this Black Friday. It’s not a huge discount, but it’s still a significant one. If you haven’t had the chance to pay the incredible ARPG just yet, well this is the perfect opportunity. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review – stating: “Diablo 4 is a stunning sequel with near-perfect endgame and progression design that makes it absolutely excruciating to put down.”

Mortal Kombat 1 Black Friday Deals

If you can overlook the aggressive monetization of MK1, there’s a great and bloody fighting game in there. Kick back and watch some of the goriest fatalities we’ve ever borne witness to, at a discount. We gave Mortal Kombat 1 an 8/10 in our review – stating: “The bone-crunching gameplay of Mortal Kombat 1 is some of the best the series has ever seen, thanks to the game-changing Kameo system. Netherrealm delivers a fantastic single-player story mode as well. However, the new Invasions mode is a grind and the online options feel dated.”

Star Wars Jedi Survivor Black Friday Deals

Walmart is still the king of Black Friday discounts, as it also has Star Wars Jedi Survivor for just $30, which is a whole $4.99 less than every other retailer right now. This puts Jedi: Survivor at over 50% off, which is one of the best Black Friday deals we’ve seen this year. If you haven’t had the chance to pick up Cal’s latest adventure, this is a great opportunity to do so. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review.

Hi-Fi Rush Black Friday Deals

It might be on Xbox Game Pass, but this is a game worth owning forever. Hi-Fi Rush is down to just $22.49 in the digital Black Friday deals for Xbox — and its worth every dollar. Plus, if you’re looking to save a little extra when making digital purchases, you can score digital Xbox gift cards right now that are 10% off in the Black Friday sale. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review – stating: “Hi-Fi Rush marches to the beat of its own drum with stunning animation, loveable characters, and stylish rhythmic action that are anything but one-note.”

Assassin’s Creed Mirage Black Friday Deals

Assassin’s Creed Mirage has dropped to just $39.99 in the Black Friday sales across most retailers. This is the best deal we’re getting on Mirage, otherwise you can always opt for the Deluxe edition at $44.99 instead. We gave the game an 8/10 in our review – stating: “Assassin’s Creed Mirage’s back-to-basics approach is a successful first step in returning to the stealthy style that launched this series.”

Street Fighter 6 Black Friday Deals

What can we say, Capcom has been releasing some absolute gems lately, and the Black Friday deals are still good as well. We gave the game an amazing 9/10 in our review – stating: “Street Fighter 6 is the most feature-rich a Street Fighter has ever been at launch, but even beyond that, it’s roster of 18 characters is excellent, the new mechanics revitalize the one-on-one fighting formula, and it absolutely nails all of the little things that make for a stellar fighting game.”

Metal Gear Solid – Master Collection Vol. 1 Black Friday Deals

Here’s one where you get to go: ‘It should’ve been that price in the first place!’ — Well, we’ll let you have your fun. The Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Black Friday deal isn’t something to write home about, but it’s the best way to play the classic games on modern consoles right now, and it does come with a lot of content. So, at $39.99, you’re getting a reasonable deal here. It’s not getting any cheaper, either, so this is the best offer you’re going to get.

Dead Island 2 Black Friday Deals

Dead Island 2 is one of the surprises of the year after going through what is better know as development hell. But, they seemingly pulled it off and it’s a wonderfully good time. Plus at $35 for Black Friday, it’s hard to complain! We gave the game 2 a 7/10 in our review – stating: “Dead Island 2 is a hilarious gore-fest and a competent zombie-slaying adventure, but lacks creativity outside of its great sense of humor.”

EA Sports FC 24 Black Friday Deals

We might complain about it, but FIFA and now EA Sports FC are some of the best-selling games every single year — so there’s definitely still an appeal out there for happy gamers. If you haven’t had the chance to pick up the world-leading soccer sim just yet, well you’re in luck as it’s 57% off in the Black Friday sales.

Currently available for just $29.99 at retailers like Amazon, this is a great deal and likely the best offer we’re getting on the game until it inevitably ends up on EA Play and Xbox Game Pass come May or June 2024. If you don’t want to wait until then, we suggest bagging this deal this Black Friday.

Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.

Black Friday is in the rearview mirror, but the deals are rolling on. We’ve working hard over here. We’ve brought you a ton of Black Friday offers, and one of the best deals from Xbox at the moment is still going strong. For between $490-$500, you can get yourself an Xbox Series X, Diablo 4, and another game of your choice. This bundle typically goes for around $560, so if you want a bargain then now is the time to move.

Black Friday Best Xbox Series X Bundle Deal

If you’re yet to play Diablo IV, then now is your chance. It’s time to suit up for the battle between heaven and hell as Sanctuary has been consumed by hatred. Diablo IV offers the most expansive array of demons, abilities, loot, and locations of any entry in the series to date.

And once you’re done with Diablo IV, you can just dive straight into the bonus game that you picked out for yourself in the bundle. You’ve got plenty to choose from, some of the highlights include Modern Warfare III, Elden Ring, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Starfield, AC Mirage, EA Sports FC 24, and many many more.

If you’re looking to shop around for your Xbox deals this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, then you definitely have some options. Dell are currently selling the Series X for $449.99. At face value, that’s only a $50 saving on the RRP of the console, BUT, you get an extra treat thrown in. They’re offering a bonus $75 promotional e-gift card. Once you place your order for the Xbox, you’ll get an email containing the gift card within 20 days of the console being shipped. Use it promptly though, because it is only valid for 90 days.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the perfect chance to pick up all your Xbox needs. If you’re shopping for someone else, then check out our Xbox Gift Guide for a cheat sheet on what to buy them. However, if you want to pick up some Xbox merchandise for yourself, head over to the IGN Store to view our Xbox Collection.

Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.

Nintendo Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are now in full swing, and even after the big day, there’s never been a better opportunity to score some of the best discounts of the year. Black Friday is a great time to buy a Nintendo Switch for yourself or as a gift. Even in its seventh year on the market, the Switch has continued to see impressive first-party support with titles like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. With three models to choose from, you can streamline your experience depending on how you play. We’ve detailed all the Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals you can still grab below.

Where to Buy a Nintendo Switch OLED This Black Friday

Nintendo Switch OLED is the premium model of the Nintendo Switch family. This console offers a larger OLED display that makes your favorite games come alive in portable mode with colors that pop. The Black Friday bundle includes a copy of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, a Nintendo Switch OLED with themed Joy-Con, and a three-month code for Nintendo Switch Online.

Where to Buy a Nintendo Switch This Black Friday

If you want to purchase the standard Nintendo Switch model, check out the links below for deals at Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, and Walmart. This special edition includes a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe copy and a three-month voucher for Nintendo Switch Online.

Where to Buy a Nintendo Switch Lite This Black Friday

The Nintendo Switch Lite is a great choice if you only plan on playing portably. You can purchase a Switch Lite for only $199. The Black Friday deal is a bundle including a copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Walmart and Target both have an exclusive Switch Lite variant.

What to Look for in a Nintendo Switch

Will you play in Portable or Docked mode?

Something you should think about before purchasing is whether or not you are going to play in portable, docked, or both. Depending on your answer, you might gravitate towards a certain Switch model. If you plan to use both modes, the best Switch for you is the standard Nintendo Switch. On the other hand, if you think you won’t play your Switch on a TV, then you should purchase a Nintendo Switch Lite.

The Nintendo Switch OLED are where things get interesting since it is a premium model. Generally, it is a good fit for you if you’re looking to get the most out of the Switch and its games. If you tend to play more in Handheld mode than Docked mode, the Switch OLED is a worthwhile purhcase.

Do you want to play with friends?

If you want to play games locally with your friends, then the Switch Lite is something you want to avoid. Its portable-only nature doesn’t allow for it to connect to a TV and dock. Additionally, no kickstand or Joy-Cons means that it is tricky to attempt tabletop play for local multiplayer. Both the Switch and Switch OLED have the missing features listed above, so we recommend choosing one of those models if you want to play local multiplayer.

For more Nintendo Switch deals, check out our Nintendo Black Friday 2023 roundup. Dozens of games, accessories, and consoles are available this year with various sales.

Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.

The Switch is a great console, and it’s still potentially on track to become the best selling console of all time. Time will tell. As part of the last gasp of Walmart’s Black Friday sale, you can grab a Switch Lite for just $199, and it comes with Animal Crossing New Leaf (my first AC game, and it’s super fun).

Grab Timmy & Tommy’s Nintendo Switch Lite for $199

This turquoise Switch Lite is great, and has the leafy design adorning the back, and a brown leaf on the front, to boot.
For more, check out our Nintendo Black Friday deals, as well as the Nintendo eShop Credit discount, OLED Switch bundles, and where to buy Switches, generally.

Brian Barnett writes reviews, guides, features, & more for IGN & GameSpot. You can get your fix of his antics on YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, Bluesky, & Backloggd, & check out his fantastic video game talk show, The Platformers, on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.