Black Friday gaming deals 2023: Save on consoles, games, accessories

Black Friday gaming deals 2023
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The best Black Friday gaming deals 2023 are a bargain shopper's dream. If you're gaming on a budget, our Black Friday gaming deals roundup will help you beat inflation. We're currently seeing fantastic early discounts on gaming laptops, consoles, games, and accessories. If today's early Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals are any indication, this year's gaming deals will epic.

Black Friday 2023 is almost here and we’re tracking the best end-of-year discounts on must-have tech. Be sure to bookmark our Black Friday deals roundup for the best holiday discounts. 

Shop today's best early Black Friday gaming deals below. 

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Black Friday PC gaming deals

Gigabyte G5 RTX 4060: $1,099 $799 @ Best Buy

Gigabyte G5 RTX 4060: $1,099 $799 @ Best Buy
Save $300 on the Gigabyte G5 with Nvidia's powerful GeForce RTX 4060 GPU inside. Gigabyte manufactures some of the industry's best gaming laptops and the G5 aims to elevate your gameplay. Though we didn't take this laptop for a spin, Gigabyte G5 reviews from happy owners praise its performance and price point.

Features: 15.6-inch 1080p 144Hz display, Intel Core  i7-12650H 12-core CPU, 16GB RAM, RTX 4060 GPU, 512GB SSD. 

Acer Predator Helios Neo RTX 4060: $1,699 $1,399 @ Best Buy
1-freemonth of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. 

Acer Predator Helios Neo RTX 4060: $1,699 $1,399 @ Best Buy
Best Buy knocks $350 off the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 and sweetens this deal with a free laptop sleeve. This beastly machine packs a 16-inch (1920 x 1200) 165Hz display, Intel Core i7-13700HX 16-core CPU, 16GB of RAM and 1TB SSD. For graphics handling, it's equipped with the latest Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU. Jump into PC gaming right away with the included 1-free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. 

Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller (Stormcloud Vapor): $69 $59 @ Amazon
Amazon knocks

Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller (Stormcloud Vapor): $69 $59 @ Amazon
Amazon knocks
$10 off the Special Edition Xbox Wireless Controller in (Stormcloud Vapor). It features triggers and bumpers and Hybrid D-pad. Button mapping and improved responsiveness of dynamic latency input elevate your gameplay. It works with Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One. 

Price check: Best Buy $59 w/ membership | Walmart $63 | Microsoft $59 

HyperX Pulsefire Haste: $49 $39 @ Amazon

HyperX Pulsefire Haste: $49 $39 @ Amazon
Save $10 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. 

HyperX QuadCast S: $159 $99 @ Amazon

HyperX QuadCast S: $159 $99 @ Amazon
Save $60 on the HyperX QuadCast S. This premium USB- condenser microphone greatly enhances your vocals for gaming, streaming, and podcasts. It features RGB lighting, an anti-vibration shock mount, a pop filter, gain control. The HyperX QuadCast S works with PC, Mac, PS4, and PS5. 

Logitech Astro A30 Lightspeed Gaming Headset: $249 $229 @ Amazon

Logitech Astro A30 Lightspeed Gaming Headset: $249 $229 @ Amazon
The Logitech Astro A30 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Headset's design is inspired by hit Star Wars TV series, The Mandalorian. Star Wars fans will love the Beskar Steel finish and custom speaker tags featuring the silhouette of Din Djarin and Clan Mudhorn signet. This headset works with PC and Nintendo Switch.

HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset: $99 $79 @ Walmart

HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset: $99 $79 @ Walmart
Save $20 on the HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset. With its sleek aluminum frame, memory foam ear cups, and 7.1 Surround Sound, the HyperX Cloud 2 gaming headset is one of the best gaming headsets you can get. It works with PC, PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. 

Razer Cobra Pro + Mouse Dock Pro Bundle: $199 $169 @ Razer

Razer Cobra Pro + Mouse Dock Pro Bundle: $199 $169 @ Razer
Razer takes $30 off the Razer Cobra Pro with Mouse Dock Bundle. This bundle includes: a Razer Cobra Pro mouse and Razer Mouse Dock Pro. What's more, you get a free gift with your purchase —Exoprimal Deadeye QB-W Set Cosmetic Set DLC. Raze will email you with redemption instructions after 20 business days.

WD Black SN750 SE NVMe M.2 SSD w/ Battlefield 2042 PC Game Code Bundle: $69 $49 @ Walmart

WD Black SN750 SE NVMe M.2 SSD w/ Battlefield 2042 PC Game Code Bundle: $69 $49 @ Walmart
Now $117 off, the WD Black SN750 SE NVMe SSD w/ Battlefield 2042 Game Code is at an incredibly low price. Upgrade your system to PCIe Gen 4 technology with sequential read speeds up to 3,600MB/s. Then you can engage the enemy across dynamic maps with the included Battlefield 2042 full game code for PC.

Price check: Western Digital $49

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3: $99 $59 @ Amazon

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3: $99 $59 @ Amazon
Save $40 on the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 gaming headset. It features custom-made high fidelity drivers, an AI-assisted noise cancelling mic, dual-zone RGB lighting and a lightweight design. It works with PC, Mac, Switch, PlayStation and mobile devices via USB-C. This is the headphone to buy if you want superior audio quality, a comfortable fit and broad compatibility. Grab it now for just under $60, its lowest price yet. 

Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals

Super Mario Bros Wonder: $59 $39 @ QVC via coupon, "HOLIDAY20"
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Super Mario Bros Wonder: $59 $39 @ QVC via coupon, "HOLIDAY20"
Save $20 on Super Mario Bros Wonder via coupon, "HOLIDAY20" at checkout. From Nintendo: Classic Mario gameplay is turned on its head with Wonder Flowers in the Super Mario Bros. Wonder game! These game-changing items can make some wonderfully weird stuff happen. Witness pipes coming alive, wreak havoc as a giant Spike-Ball, and lots more!

Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition: $349 @ Best Buy

Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition: $349 @ Best Buy
Pick up the Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition. 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, 64 GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio.

Price check: Amazon $349

Nintendo Switch Console: $249 $229 @ GameStop

Nintendo Switch Console: $249 $229 @ GameStop
Save $20 on the Nintendo Switch console at GameStop. The Nintendo Switch game has three play modes: TV, tabletop, and handheld. This system on sale features gray Joy-Cons. 

Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $299 @ Best Buy

Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $299 @ Best Buy
This Black Friday Nintendo Switch console bundle deal includes a classic Nintendo Switch Console with neon blue/neon red Joy-Cons, Mario 8 Deluxe (digital download), and a 3-month membership of Nintendo Switch Online. 

Nintendo Switch Lite w/ 128GB microSD: $235 $213 @ Amazon

Nintendo Switch Lite w/ 128GB microSD: $235 $213 @ Amazon
Save $22 with this Nintendo Switch Lite with 128GB SanDisk microSD card bundle at Amazon. Compact and lightweight with a sleek, unibody design, the Switch Lite is great for handheld gaming anywhere. Unlike the other Switch consoles which have detachable Joy-Con controllers, the Switch Lite has fully integrated controls and a built-in D-pad. 

Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad: $49 $32 @ Amazon

Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad: $49 $32 @ Amazon
Find the Nintendo Joy Cons a little slim without much to hold onto when playing? That's where Hori's Joy Con replacements come in — featuring a better, more ergonomic construction for long handheld sessions.

SanDisk Nintendo Switch 256GB microSD Card: $74 $27 @ Amazon

SanDisk Nintendo Switch 256GB microSD Card: $74 $27 @ Amazon
Save $47 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. 

Price check: B&H $27

Logitech Astro A30 Lightspeed Gaming Headset: $249 $229 @ Amazon

Logitech Astro A30 Lightspeed Gaming Headset: $249 $229 @ Amazon
The Logitech Astro A30 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Headset's design is inspired by hit Star Wars TV series, The Mandalorian. Star Wars fans will love the Beskar Steel finish and custom speaker tags featuring the silhouette of Din Djarin and Clan Mudhorn signet. This headset works with PC and Nintendo Switch.

Black Friday PlayStation deals

PS5 Spider-Man 2 Console Bundle: $559 $499 @Dell

PS5 Spider-Man 2 Console Bundle: $559 $499 @Dell
Previously $559, the PS5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Console Bundle is now $60 below retail. This bundle includes: a PlayStation 5 console, DualSense wireless controller and a full game download for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.

Price check: Amazon $499 | Best Buy $499 | GameStop $499 |Target $559

Sony PS5 DualSense Controller: $74 $49 @ Amazon

Sony PS5 DualSense Controller: $74 $49 @ Amazon
Save $25 on the Sony PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller. It features dual analog sticks, a d-pad, and game buttons. There's also a built-in mono speaker, mic array and six-axis motion sensor system incorporated into its design. Walmart has it for the same price. 

Sony PS5 Console: $499 @ Best Buy

Sony PS5 Console: $499 @ Best Buy
The best-selling Sony PS5 console packs powerful components, stunning 4K graphics, and backward compatibility. Expect lightning-fast load times thanks to a high speed SSD as well as deeper immersion haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and 3D audio. 

WD Black SN770 SSD (1TB): $129 $74 @ Best Buy

WD Black SN770 SSD (1TB): $129 $74 @ Best Buy
Save $100 on the 1TB WD Black SN850X Internal M.2 2880 SSD. For most people, 1TB is the sweet spot in terms of expanded storage size. It hits speeds of up to 7,300MB/s for seamless gameplay. It works with PC and PS5 consoles. 

Elden Ring PS5: $59 $39 @ Walmart

Elden Ring PS5: $59 $39 @ Walmart
Save $20 on Elden Ring for PS5,  the best open world game we've played. In our Elden Ring review, we found the game's striking, open-world environment, and breathtaking sense of scale impressive. We were also fond of the game's challenging bosses. We gave Elden Ring an overall rating of 4 out of 5-stars and our hard to get Editor's Choice award. Walmart also offers Elden Ring for Xbox Series X for the same price.

Price check: Best Buy $43

Black Friday Xbox deals

Street Fighter 6: $59 $39 @ Amazon

Street Fighter 6: $59 $39 @ Amazon
Fighting game fans have been going wild since the launch of Street Fighter 6 back in June. There's been ton of praise about the combat mechanics as well as the story mode that sees you create your own character and go on a journey beating up people in the streets.

Price check: $39 @ Best Buy

Madden NFL 24 Xbox Series X|One: $69 $34 @ Amazon
Lowest price!

Madden NFL 24 Xbox Series X|One: $69 $34 @ Amazon
Lowest price!
Save $35 on Madden NFL 24 for Xbox Series X and Xbox One consoles. This latest installment to the football game franchise features new responsive and realistic player motion. Increased control, AI enhancements, and cross-play provides a Madden experience unlike ever before. You can get the PS5 version for the same price. The PS4 version costs $29 ($40 off).

Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controllers: from $49 @ Microsoft Store

Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controllers: from $49 @ Microsoft Store
Save up to $20 on the Xbox Wireless Controller, prices start from $49. It features triggers and bumpers and Hybrid D-pad. Button mapping and improved responsiveness of dynamic latency input elevate your gameplay. It works with Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One. 

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2: $139 $95 @ Walmart

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2: $139 $95 @ Walmart
Save $44 on the Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller. This controller lasts up to 40 hours on a single charge and has Impulse Triggers and adjustable tension thumb grips. It works with Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and Windows 10 PCs.

Price check: Best Buy $95 w/ membership |Target $95

Xbox Series X Diablo IV Bundle: $559 $499 @ Best Buy

Xbox Series X Diablo IV Bundle: $559 $499 @ Best Buy
From now through Oct. 19, save $60 on the Xbox Series X Diablo IV Bundle. This is a stellar console for anyone who wants to snag a console before the holidays. Diablo IV is an amazing game for gamers who love RPGs and class-build systems.

Microsoft Xbox Series S: $299 @ Microsoft

Microsoft Xbox Series S: $299 @ Microsoft
This next-gen system is optimized for 1440p gaming and lightning-fast load times in a small, compact design. Microsoft’s low-cost disc-free alternative of the Xbox Series X packs a 3.6-GHz AMD Zen 2-based processor with 10GB of RAM, a 4-teraflop AMD RDNA 2 GPU with 20 compute units and 512GB of storage. 

Microsoft Xbox Series X: $499 @ Best Buy

Microsoft Xbox Series X: $499 @ Best Buy
The Xbox Series X console is back in stock at Best Buy. In our Xbox Series X review, we gave a high rating of 4/5 stars for its powerful performance, ridiculously fast load times and its excellent backward compatibility. 

Seagate Storage Expansion Card: $219 $149 @ Amazon

Seagate Storage Expansion Card: $219 $149 @ Amazon
Amazon take $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

Logitech G920 Steering Wheel: $399 $269 @ Amazon

Logitech G920 Steering Wheel: $399 $269 @ Amazon
Save $130 on the Logitech G920 steering wheel. Logitech's G920 Driving Force is one of the best racing wheels for PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S consoles. The Logitech G920 features dual-motor force feedback, stainless steel paddle shifters, and hand-stitched leather steering wheel. What's more, adjustable floor pedals let you accelerate, brake and change gears. Whether you're playing a car racing or delivery truck game, a racing wheel controller is essential.

Black Friday Arcade Cabinet deals

Arcade1Up Pac-Mania Legacy Edition: $499 $399 @ Best Buy

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

Arcade1Up NFL Blitz Legends: $599 $499 @ Amazon
Save $100 and 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. 

Black Friday VR deals

PS5 VR2 Horizon Call of the Mountain Bundle: $599 @ Best Buy

PS5 VR2 Horizon Call of the Mountain Bundle: $599 @ Best Buy
This PS5 VR2 bundle is one of the best accessories for your PS5 console. Conquer colossal peaks, overcome fearsome machines and uncover a hidden danger to the world of Horizon. The PlayStation VR2 features sense technology including eye tracking, headset feedback, and 3D sound. Highly intuitive controls include haptic feedback, adaptive triggers and finger touch detection.

This bundle includes: a PlayStation VR headset, PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers (Left and Right with attached straps, USB cable, stereo headphones, three pairs of earpieces, and a PlayStation Store voucher code for Horizon Call of the Mountain.

Price check: Dell $599

Meta Quest 2: $399 $299 @ Meta

Meta Quest 2: $399 $299 @ Meta
The Meta Quest 2 is now $100 less — permanently. Formerly known as the Oculus Quest 2, the Meta Quest 2 is the best VR headset for the price. It enhances everything we loved about the original Oculus Quest with its lightweight, comfortable fit, crisp graphics and expanded social and sharing features. 

Price check: Best Buy $299

Varjo Aero VR Headset: $1,990 $990 @ Adorama

Varjo Aero VR Headset: $1,990 $990 @ Adorama
Save $1,000 on the Varjo Aero VR Headset thanks to a permanent price cut. In our Varjo Aero review, we gave it 3.5 out of 5-stars for its stunning visuals, comfortable, lightweight design and built-in 200Hz eye tracking. The Varjo Aero is a pro-grade headset for anyone who want the best virtual reality has to offer.

Black Friday Logitech G deals

New Logitech G Cloud:$349 $299 @ Amazon

New Logitech G Cloud:$349 $299 @ Amazon
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.

Logitech G920 Racing Wheel: $299 $265 @ Amazon

Logitech G920 Racing Wheel: $299 $265 @ Amazon
Amazon currently takes $34 off the Logitech G920 Driving Force Racing Wheel. It features floor Pedals, real force feedback, stainless steel paddle shifters, and a leather steering wheel Cover. It works with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Mac.

Logitech G203 Wired Gaming Mouse: $39 $29 @ Best Buy

Logitech G203 Wired Gaming Mouse: $39 $29 @ Best Buy
Save $10 on the Logitech G203 wired gaming mouse — a wise choice for gamers on a budget. It features an 8,000 DPI sensor, LightSync RGB and 6 programmable buttons. This is the gaming mouse to buy if you're looking for accuracy and simplicity. 

WD Black SN750 SE NVMe M.2 SSD w/ Battlefield 2042 PC Game Code Bundle: $69 $49 @ Walmart
Now $117 off, the WD Black SN750 SE NVMe SSD w/ Battlefield 2042 Game Code is at an incredibly low price. Upgrade your system to PCIe Gen 4 technology with sequential read speeds up to 3,600MB/s. Then you can engage the enemy across dynamic maps with the included Battlefield 2042 full game code for PC.

Price check: Western Digital $49

Hilda Scott

Hilda Scott uses her combined passion for gadgets from laptops to TVs and her bargain-shopping savvy to bring you the best prices on all things tech. She has a bachelor’s degree in film and media studies from Hunter College and over a decade of experience in tech journalism. Her work has been featured on Tom’s Guide, iTechPost, Examiner.com, Parlemag, Enstars, and Latin Times. When she's not scouting for the best deals, Hilda’s catching up on her favorite TV series and combat sports.