I don't have great news for you if you're hunting down Xbox Series X bundles this week, while there are a few offers on the shelves they don't offer too much extra value and some carry particularly high price tags. While everything listed on this page does represent a saving, the Series X certainly isn't particularly enticing in its discounts right now.
While Microsoft's console has enjoyed some larger savings in the past, things have been suspiciously quiet in the deals department over the last few months - not even the release of a newer digital models seems to be able to shake that MSRP. However, if you're in the right place at the right time there are still ways to save on the overall cost of the console and a game or accessory.
I've scoured the web for all the biggest Xbox Series X deals actually available right now. While pickings are slim, you'll still save on Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions and renewed devices in the US, with some game options available in the UK as well. Discounts aren't nearly as deep as they were over the holidays, but if you're hunting down some late offers there's still a few options out there.
Of course, there are always the best Xbox Series X accessories, which are on sale more frequently. There's nothing like a new controller, headset, or storage device to upgrade your existing console.
Xbox Series X deals in the US
Xbox Series X deals in the UK
What is the Xbox Series X price?
The official Xbox Series X price is $499 in the US and £479 in the UK. If you see a price higher than that without any extras, you are being overcharged and should avoid. Typically the inflated prices aren't subtle either, we're talking hundreds rather than tens extra.
Some stores may take advantage in other ways by limited sellable stock to bundles, with extra games or headset. We've seen some with really naff hats and T-shirts too. Some stores might bump up the prices of these items, but one thing's for sure, you won't be saving a penny on the bundled items at this time.
Xbox Series X deals on accessories
The Xbox Series X price might make you wince, but the console's got one major advantage you may not have considered - backward compatibility for accessories and games.
After paying for a console, you'd normally have to factor in costs for games along with new controllers, subscriptions, and whatever extras the publishers are pushing. But with any Xbox Series X bundles, all of your existing Xbox One accessories and services are forwards compatible. That means your achievements, progression, controllers, memberships, and Xbox One headsets move forward to Series X. Many of the top audio-brands have contributed to our guide to the best Xbox Series X headsets as a result.
The console also lets you play older Xbox One games via both the optical disc drive and digital download, not to mention Game Pass. That allows you to save a couple of hundred dollars right off the bat - you don't need to buy specific 'next-gen' versions of a game, as they're usually the same.
We've gathered the best Xbox Series X deals on games and accessories below. Check them out if you want a discount!
How to save on the Xbox Series X price
The Xbox Series X price is still a hefty chunk of cash to spend. But you don't necessarily have to pay it off in one go. Enter Microsoft's fancy Xbox All Access system. This is a payment plan, and it allows you to get an Xbox Series X for a monthly fee spread over two years. It'll set you back $34.99 per month in the US, £28.99p/m in the UK, and $46p/m in Australia.
Interestingly, Xbox All Access doesn't just get you the console. It also offers 24 months of Game Pass Ultimate as well. Because Game Pass is a bit like Netflix for gaming (with well over 100 games and counting), that's a solid deal. Particularly due to the fact that new Xbox exclusive games like Halo will appear on Game Pass for free on the day of release.
Thanks to this, Xbox All Access might be one of the more sensible options when it comes to buying an Xbox Series X. Indeed, it saves you money in the long run. Sure, you're only getting a small amount knocked off the overall price, but it's still cheaper than buying the console and two years of Game Pass separately.
However, be advised that you won't find Xbox All Access in many stores besides Microsoft. GameStop and Walmart fill that role in the US, and Game or Smyths have the honor in the UK.
If you want more Xbox buying advice, you'll want to look at the best Xbox Series X hard drives, the best Xbox Series X controllers, and the best Xbox Series X headsets.
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