Best gaming deals in September 2024

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 RTX 4070: $1,999 $1,699 @ Best Buy
Best Buy Labor Day deals continue to slash $300 off the 2024 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16. We reviewed the Intel Ultra-charged ROG Zephyrus G16 and rated it 3 out of 5 stars for its gorgeous OLED display, portability and solid speakers.

Features: 16-inch FHD (2560 x 1600) 240Hz display, Intel Core Ultra 9 185H 15-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU w/ 8GB VRAM, 1TB SSD storage, Windows 11 Home

Acer Nitro V RTX 4050: $949 $719 @ Best Buy
Launched in May 2024, the Acer Nitro V is now $230 off and is one of the best gaming laptops under $1,000. Though we didn't test it, early reviews from happy customers rated the Nitro V 4.2 out of 5 stars. Owners praise the laptop's amazing battery life, customizable audio setting specific to RPG, FPS games, and content streaming. At just under $700, it's a sensible choice if you're looking for an entry-level gaming notebook. 

Features: 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 144Hz display, AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS 6-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Home

HP Victus 15 RTX 4050 (2024): $979 $599 @ Walmart
Lowest price! Walmart knocks $350 off the Ryzen 5-charged HP Victus 15 with RTX 4050. Don't let the modest cost fool you, it's configured to deliver a solid gaming experience without you having to spend a small fortune. Ideal for beginner gamers and students who want a laptop that can handle light gaming, the HP Vicutus is a budget-friendly choice.

Features: 15.6-inch (1920 x 1080) 144Hz display, AMD Ryzen 5 8545HS 6-core CPU, 8GB RAM, RTX 4050 GPU w/ 6GB VRAM, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Home

Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller (Dream Vapor Special Edition): $69 $59 @ Best Buy
Lowest price! Save $10 on the Dream Vapor Special Edition Xbox Series X|S Wireless Controller. By design, the Dream Vapor Special Edition's pink and purple color swirl is unique to every controller. It easily pairs and switches between multiple devices. It works with PC, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Android, and iOS.

HyperX Pulsefire Haste: $49 $44 @ Amazon
Save $5 on the HyperX Pulsefire Haste Gaming Mouse. This lightweight 6-button mouse features a honey-comb design, Pixart 3335 optical sensor with customizable DPI settings of up to 16,000 DPI. That's just techy talk for this mouse is fast, precise, and has smooth tracking. 

Preorder Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition: $209 @ Best Buy
The Nintendo Switch Lite is now available in this incredible Hyrule Edition to commemorate the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, available on September 26th. 

If you like the base Nintendo Switch but want it for cheaper and are willing to give up the detachable Joy-Cons, look no further. It also comes with a 12-month membership for Nintendo Switch Online (valued at $50).

Nintendo Switch OLED Model: $349 @ Best Buy
Best Buy currently has the Nintendo Switch OLED in stock. Play at home on the TV or on the go with the Nintendo Switch OLED. In addition to the screen with vivid colors and sharp contrast, the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model includes a wide adjustable stand, a dock with a wired LAN port for TV play, 64GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio.

Nintendo Switch Lite (Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition) Animal Crossing: New Horizons: $199 $159 @ Walmart
Save $41 on the Nintendo Switch Lite (Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition) Animal Crossing: New Horizons console.

This bundle includes: A Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing: New Horizons Timmy & Tommy Aloha Edition console and a download code for a full download of Animal Crossing New Horizons (valued at $60). 

SanDisk 256GB Memory Card:$53 $25 @ Amazon
Save $28 on this officially licensed 256GB SanDisk MicroSD card for Nintendo Switch. It delivers incredible read and write speeds of 100MB/s and 90MB/s, respectively for faster game transferring. 

SanDisk 512GB Memory Card: $130 $53 @ Amazon
Save $77 on the 512GB SanDisk MicroSD card for Nintendo Switch offers high-capacity storage for games. This high-speed memory card delivers incredible read and write speeds of 100MB/s and 90MB/s, respectively for fast file transfers. 

Price check: B&H $55 

Madden NFL 25 Xbox Series X: $69 $39 @ QVCvia coupon, "WELCOME30"
Lowest price! New QVC customers save $30 on the Madden NFL 25 for Xbox Series X via coupon, "WELCOME30". You can get the PS5 version for the same price. 

From EA Sports: Hit like you mean it with FieldSENSE powered by BOOM Tech on Xbox Series X|S. Experience how the new physics-informed dynamic tackling system unlocks realistic collisions and new gameplay animations on both sides of the ball. 

Price check: Best Buy $69 |  Amazon $69

Preorder Call of Duty: Black Ops 6: $69 @ Best Buy + FREE Beta Access
Get Free Beta Access when you pre-order Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 for Xbox Series X, Xbox One. From the manufacturer: Developed by Treyarch and Raven, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is a spy action thriller set in the early 90s, a period of transition and upheaval in global politics, characterized by the end of the Cold War and the rise of the United States as a single superpower.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 preorders ship to arrive by its October 25, 2024 release date. 

Price check: Amazon $69| Walmart $69

Microsoft Xbox Series X: $499 $449 @  Walmart
Take $50 off the Xbox Series X at Walmart. The excellent Microsoft Xbox Series X is the world's most powerful gaming console. It features 12 teraflops of processing might (the PS5 has 10.28 teraflops) supports 4K gaming at up to 120fps, and is 8K ready future-proof. 

Features: Blu-Ray disc player, 8-core 3.8-GHz AMD Zen 2-based CPU, 12 teraflops of power, supports 4K at up to 120fps (8K ready future-proof), backward compatibility, 1TB custom SSD

Microsoft Xbox Series S: $299 @ Best Buy
Buy the Xbox Series X for just under $300 at Best Buy. This next-gen system offers 4K gaming and lightning-fast load times in a small, compact design. We recommend you grab it while it's still in stock.  

Seagate Storage Expansion Card: $219 $149 @ Amazon
Amazon takes $70 off the Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S. It adds 1TB of storage to your game drive without compromising graphics, latency and load times. If you're on the brink of maxing out your storage or want to prevent it, the Seagate Storage Expansion Card is a must. 

Price check: Best Buy $149

PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S: $44 $39 @ Amazon
Amazon takes $5 off the PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S with Lumectra. Featuring multi-zone RGB lighting including 4 lighting zones and 3 lighting modes, this controller is super customizable. 

Features: Multi-zone RGB lighting, integrated IR, share button, 2 mappable buttons, 3-way trigger locks, dual rumble motors, analog sticks, 3.5mm stereo headset jack 

Lies of P for PS5: $59 $29 @ Amazon
Save $20 on the game Lies of P for PS5 — a dark fantasy action game inspired by Pinocchio.

From Neowiz: In this grim reimagining of Carlo Collodi's treasured tale, Pinocchio is trying to find the mysterious Mr. Geppetto. His journey takes him to Krat, a Belle Époque-inspired city whose humanity has been lost to madness and killer puppets.

Sony PSVR 2: $549 @ Amazon
The Sony PSVR 2 headset is now compatible with laptops via a PSVR 2 PC adapter (sold separately for $59). In our PSVR 2 review, we rated it 4 out of 5 stars and gave it our Editor's Choice Award. We recommend the PSVR 2 for its cool, futuristic design, fast, easy setup, and interesting catalog of games.

Features: Eye tracking, adaptive triggers, Tempest 3D Audio Display: 4K OLED, 2000 x 2040 per eye Refresh rate: 90Hz, 120H Field of view: 110 degrees Sensors: 6-axis motion sensing system, IR camera, capacitive controller sensors, IR LED position tracking Feedback: Haptics on controllers and headset Connectivity: USB-C, Bluetooth 5.1 Weight: 19.8 ounces

Sony PS5 Slim Console (Digital): $449 @ Walmart
If you prefer disc-less gaming, the Sony PS5 Slim digital console is for you. It supports 4K graphics, backward compatibility, and affords you 1TB of storage. Expect lightning-fast load times thanks to a high-speed SSD as well as deeper immersion haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and 3D audio. 

Sony PS5 Slim Console (Disc): $499 @ Walmart
The Sony PS5 Slim is one of the best game consoles around. It packs powerful components, stunning 4K graphics, backward compatibility, and 1TB of SSD storage. Expect lightning-fast load times thanks to a high-speed SSD as well as deeper immersion haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and 3D audio. 

Sony PlayStation Portal: $199 @ Walmart
Sony's PlayStation Portal Remote Player lets you play games on your PS5 console over your home Wi-Fi. Or, pick up where you left off when you're on the go using your unlimited mobile hotspot. 

Features: 8-inch LCD screen, haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, supports 1080p resolution gaming at 60fps, PS5 console required

 Price check: Amazon $199 | Best Buy $199 | Target $199 | antonline $199 | Newegg $199

Pre-order Call of Duty: Black Ops 6: $69 @ Best Buy + FREE Beta Access
Get Free Beta Access when you pre-order Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Due to release on Oct. 25, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, and Steam PC.

Preorders ship to arrive by October 25, 2024.

From the manufacturer: Developed by Treyarch and Raven, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is a spy action thriller set in the early 90s, a period of transition and upheaval in global politics, characterized by the end of the Cold War and the rise of the United States as a single superpower.

Price check: Amazon $69| Walmart $69

EA Sports FC 24: $59 $24 @ Best Buy
Lowest price! Save $45 on EA Sports FC 24. This latest release from the popular sports game franchise among soccer fans marks a new era for The World’s Game. It features more than 19,000 fully licensed players, over 700 teams, and 30+  leagues. 

Sony PS5 HD Camera: $59 $54 @ Amazon
The Sony PS5 HD camera features dual lenses for capturing yourself in smooth, sharp 1080p imagery. It lets you quickly create a recording or live broadcast of your gameplay via your DualSense wireless controller’s dedicated Create button. 

Meta Quest 3 VR Headset: $499 $475 @ GameStop + Free Pro membership
Buy the Meta Quest 3 and get a free GameStop Pro membership with $65 in savings.  In our Meta Quest 3 review, we rated it a solid 4 out of 5 stars for its lightweight design, seamless virtual/mixed reality experiences, and full-color passthrough mode. We also praise its great audio and large game library — it's the Editor's Choice VR headset

Features: Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor, Dual RGB cameras at 10x the resolution of the Quest 2 for incredible passthrough visuals, adjustable pancake lenses offering 4K+ Infinite Display visuals with a 110 x 96 degrees field of view, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 3D spatial audio from built-in speakers, 8GB of RAM, and TruTouch haptics through the new Touch Plus controllers.

Sony PSVR 2: $549 @ Amazon
The Sony PSVR 2 headset is now compatible with laptops via a PSVR 2 PC adapter (sold separately for $59). In our PSVR 2 review, we rated it 4 out of 5 stars and gave it our Editor's Choice Award. We recommend the PSVR 2 for its cool, futuristic design, fast, easy setup, and interesting catalog of games.

Features: Eye tracking, adaptive triggers, Tempest 3D Audio Display: 4K OLED, 2000 x 2040 per eye Refresh rate: 90Hz, 120H Field of view: 110 degrees Sensors: 6-axis motion sensing system, IR camera, capacitive controller sensors, IR LED position tracking Feedback: Haptics on controllers and headset Connectivity: USB-C, Bluetooth 5.1 Weight: 19.8 ounces

Meta Quest Pro VR Headset: $999 @ B&H
The Meta Quest Pro VR headset is now $500 less than when it first launched. The Meta Quest Pro features dual LCD panels with 1800 x 1920 pixel resolutions, Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Platform SoC, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. If you want to jump into the world of mixed reality, the Quest Pro may be worth the splurge. 

Price check: Meta $999

Arcade1Up Pac-Mania Legacy Edition: $499 $399 @ Best Buy
Save $100 on the Pac-Mania Legacy Edition arcade cabinet with 14 retro games. It includes Pac-Mania, Pac-Man Pac & Pal, Super Pac-Man, Pac-Man, Plus Pac=Land, Galaga, Galaxian, Galaga '88, Dig Dug, Dig Dug II, Rompers, and Rolling Thunder. This arcade cabinet features a 17-inch color LCD screen, molded coin door, matching riser, and light-up marquee.

Arcade1Up NFL Blitz Legends: $599 $499 @ Amazon
Upgrade your game room with the Arcade1Up NFL Blitz Legends 3-in-1 arcade machine. It includes NFL Blitz, NFL Blitz ‘99, and NFL Blitz 2000: Gold Edition. Originally released by Midway in the late ‘90s and officially licensed by the NFL, this was the iconic, showboatin’ football title that featured every pro team during that time and legendary players in their over-the-top best. 

Backbone One PS Edition: $99 $79 @ Amazon
The Backbone One is an alternative to the elusive PlayStation Portal. Transforming your phone into a gaming handheld with access to PlayStation Remote Play, Xbox Cloud Gaming, GeForce Now, and others. 

Price check: Best Buy $99

MSI Claw: $699 $549 @ Best Buy
Save $150 on the MSI Claw for a limited time. We went hands-on with the MSI Claw and liked its ergonomic grip, Intel-powered gaming performance, and dedicated software. 

Features: 7-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 500-nit 120Hz touchscreen, Intel Core CU5 135H CPU, Intel Arc graphics, 16GB RAM, 512GBSSD  

Nintendo Switch Lite (Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition) Animal Crossing: New Horizons: $199 $159 @ Walmart
Get a free game (valued at $69) with this Nintendo Switch Lite holiday deal. This bundle includes: A Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing: New Horizons Timmy & Tommy Aloha Edition console and a download code for a full download of Animal Crossing New Horizons.

Asus ROG Ally: $499 @ Best Buy
In our Asus ROG Ally review, we gave it a solid 4 out of 5-star rating for its smooth gaming performance, bright, vivid 120Hz 1080p touch screen, and lightweight, comfortable design. Simply put, the Asus ROG Ally is an exciting addition to the handheld gaming world.

Valve Steam Deck: $399 @ Steam
Purchase the Valve Steam Deck, one of the best handheld gaming consoles around. The base model features a 2.4-GHz AMD Zen 2 quad-core CPU, 8-core RDNA 2 GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 64GB of eMMC storage. If you require more storage, you can get the Steam Deck with 256GB SSD or 512GB SSD for $529 and $649, respectively. 

Logitech G Cloud: $349 $299 @ Best Buy
Save $50 on the Logitech G Cloud gaming handheld. It supports Xbox Cloud Gaming, Nvidia GeForce Now, Xbox Remote Play, and Steam Link. Access libraries of AAA of PC and console game titles from the cloud — anywhere. 

Lenovo Legion Go: $749 $649 @ Best Buy
Lowest price! Save $100 and enjoy console-level gaming on the fantastic Lenovo Legion Go. One of the best PlayStation Portable alternatives, it supports remote play, Xbox Game Pass, Steam, Epic Games Store, Battle.net and more. To get you started, it includes 3 free months of Xbox Game Pass cloud gaming service which affords you access to more than 100 games.

Features: 8.8-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) 500-nit 144Hz touch screen, AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Windows 11

Price check: Lenovo $749

Razer Enki Gaming Chair: $499 $449 @ Best Buy
For a limited time, save $50 on the Razer Enki Gaming Chair. The Razer Enki is premium- built to provide comfort for gaming and study marathons. It features a unique 110-degree extended shoulder arch and a 21-inch ultrawide seat base for long-lasting comfort. The chair's lumbar curve gently supports your lower back to help you maintain good posture and eliminate fatigue.

Homall Gaming Chair: $123 $95 @ Amazon
The Homall Gaming Chair has a high back, and contours to provide support through hours-long adventures and writing papers. The chair has a steel frame and uses high-density shaping foam covered by Pu Leather. Its wheels swivel 360 degrees, the lumbar support is height adjustable, and the chair reclines between 90 and 180 degrees. It can even rock back and forth. The seat's height is adjustable between 17.3 and 21.5 inches from the ground. Not all colorways are on sale.

GTPlayer Gaming Chair: $190 $119 @ Amazon
Lowest price! Amazon knocks $70 off the GTPlayer Gaming Chair for a limited time. Designed for optimal comfort, it features a 90-135 degree tilt, headrest, footrest, and massage lumbar pillow. The lumbar pillow uses power via USB, so you can take it off your chair and use it wherever you want when you need a massage. The cushion uses a combination of PU leather and PVC dual mesh.