Black Friday Xbox deals 2024: The best offers available now
Black Friday Xbox deals are off and running, and we've found the best ones for you.
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Black Friday Xbox deals are worth making the most of now, because although the big day doesn't officially start until after Thanksgiving in the US, there are amazing savings to be had now. You can beat the crowds by shopping early, and since all the big retailers have already launched their Black Friday sales, you won't be missing out later next week.
We track Xbox deals throughout every month, whether it's accessories we review, newly released games, or bundle offers. Last year, we saw some really great value on bundles most of all - the sheer breadth of games, accessories, and subscriptions that were being passed out with the consoles were excellent incentives for hitting the "buy" button. The best Xbox Series X deals and the lowest Xbox Series S prices come around during Black Friday, so it's worth getting prepped for them.
Directly below, you'll find the top discounts we've hunted down across consoles, games, and accessories. These are deals that we'd recommend jumping on now, even if Black Friday isn't officially here yet, because "Cyber Week" is, and the best deals arrive sooner and sooner each year. If you aren't quite ready to pull the trigger, we've supplied answers to the questions you might be asking about the big sale.
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The best Black Friday Xbox deals available now
- Consoles: Series X from $448
- Headsets: Starting from $24
- Controllers: Pro controllers from $29
- Games: 50% off for select Series X games
- Amazon: Renewed consoles with $60 savings
- Best Buy: Special Edition Series X for $599
- Walmart: Series X Digital Edition bundle $489
- Target: Series X games starting from $36
UK deals:
- Consoles: Series X for £459 at Amazon
- Headsets: Starting from £29
- Controllers: Save £41 on Turtle Beach and more
- Games: Dragon Age and Black Ops 6 for £10 less
- Amazon: Consoles, games, and controllers up to 23% off
- Currys: Spread costs by paying within 9 months
- GAME: Save £30 with Frase Plus Price offers
- Very: Series X consoles from £423
Black Friday Xbox Console deals and bundles
Xbox Series S | $299.99 $249.99 at Best Buy
Save $50 - If it's the plain-ol' Series S you're shopping for this Black Friday, we don't blame you. This is an excellent platform to keep up with the latest games on, especially if you don't play often or are looking for a secondary console to access Game Pass with.
Buy it if:
✅ You want an affordable console
✅ You don't plan on playing physical games
✅ You don't play games often
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want to play physical games
Price check: Check stock at Amazon
Xbox Series S Gilded Hunter bundle | $337 $299 at Walmart
Save $40 - In this deal, you get some added-on free content in Fall Guys, Rocket League, and Fortnite. This bundle can be tougher to find these days, but is perfect for anyone who spends time in those free-to-play games and wants extra skins.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a Series S
✅ You play a lot of Rocket League, Fortnite, or Fall Guys
✅ You'd like a hard-to-find bundle
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't play those games
Price check: $349.97 at Amazon
UK: OOS at Amazon
Xbox Series S 1TB Robot White | $348 at Walmart
The new 1TB variant of the Xbox Series S has just launched, and although this isn't a "deal", it could save you money compared to buying the regular console and an expansion card to make up the storage discrepancy.
Buy it if:
✅ You want an affordable console
✅ You'd like more storage than a Series S typically provides
✅ You want to play Game Pass games
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want to play physical games
Price check: Check stock at Amazon
Xbox Series X | $499 $448 at Amazon
Save $51 -If you'd like the power of a Series X but don't want to pay more than MSRP, the regular 1TB model is currently seeing a sneaky offer at Amazon that won't even admit it's discounted. You're not saving much, but it might be appealing to budget buyers who don't need a bundle.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a Series X
✅ You're on a budget
✅ You want to play physical media
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want more storage space without an expansion card
Price check: $499 at Best Buy
UK: £442 at Amazon
Xbox Series X Digital Edition + Extra Controller | $507 $489 at Walmart
Save $110 - With the Xbox core controller priced at $59.99, and the brand-new digital edition of the Series X priced at $448, you make a reasonable $18 saving on this bundle. That may not seem like a lot, but remember this version of the Series X only launched this time last month.
Buy it if:
✅ You play your games digitally
✅ You want a spare controller
✅ You want a brand new Xbox model for less
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want to play physical games
❌ You want more storage space
Xbox Series X 2TB Special Edition | $599 at Best Buy
Similarly, the 2TB Special Edition Xbox Series X is newly available. Not only is the design of this console packed with more flourish, but the controller has the same visual flair. Again, this isn't a deal, but you do save money compared to if you were buying one of the official expansion cards at the same time as a regular console.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a Series X
✅ 2TB of space sounds appealing
✅ You like the look of the console
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't want to play physical media
Price check: Exclusive to Best Buy
UK: OOS at Microsoft
Black Friday Game deals
Deep Pink Core Controller + Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K + 1 Month Game Pass Ultimate | $131.97 $74.99 at Amazon
Save $56.98 - Did you know you didn't actually need an Xbox console to play Xbox games these days? Game Pass Cloud Streaming now works on Amazon Fire TV Sticks, which means this bundle could save you $225 compared to buying a Series S. Of course, you'll need good internet, but it's an option if you want a smaller investment.
Buy it if:
✅ You don't own an Xbox already
✅ You want something to play games with
✅ Have good internet
Don't buy it if:
❌ You only want a controller
UK: £47.90 at Amazon
Game Pass Ultimate 3 Month Voucher | $42.89 $29.29 at CDKeys
Save $16 - If you're yet to dive into Game Pass Ultimate for PC, Xbox, and Cloud streaming devices, CDKeys has the offer for you right now. This will work for existing and new subscribers, so it's a great way to save on those ever-growing monthly fees.
Buy it if:
✅ You play on console and PC
✅ You're an existing subscriber
✅ You want to play EA titles
Don't buy it if:
❌ You only need Game Pass for one platform
Price check: $49 at Amazon
UK: £21.49 at CDKeys
TEKKEN 8 | $69.99 $34.99 at Xbox
Save $34.99 - If you haven't played the latest Tekken installment, you're missing out on one of the best fighting games, and best games of the year. If you're yet to dig into the lore of the Mishima clan, the design elements of this game make it more approachable than ever.
Buy it if:
✅ You like fighting games
✅ You haven't played Tekken before
✅ You've been waiting for a price drop
Don't buy it if:
❌ Fighting games frustrate you
Price check: $49.94 at Amazon
UK: £34.99 at Xbox
Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 | $49.99 $32.49 at Xbox
Save $17 - Ninja Theory's long-awaited sequel is on Game Pass, so there's no need to take this deal on if you're a paying subscriber. If not, however, this is one of the games of the year, and it's at a great price here.
Buy it if:
✅ You don't already pay for Game Pass
✅ You enjoyed the first game
✅ You love good audio design
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're going to play with TV speakers
Price check: $49.99 at Amazon
UK: £32.49 at Xbox
EA Sports FC 25 | $69.99 $34.99 at Xbox
Save $34.99 - One of the best-selling franchises in gaming is at a low, low price here, rocking a 50% saving that will get you on the pitch quicker.
Buy it if:
✅ You're a football fan
✅ You like sports games
Don't buy it if:
❌ You aren't a sports game fan
Price check: $34.97 at Amazon
UK: £34.99 at Xbox
Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition | $79.99 $39.99 at Xbox
Save $40 - Alan Wake 2's Deluxe Edition gets you access to both of the DLC expansions for the game, which is a great offer considering the most recent one only dropped in the last month, and it ties into the story of the next Control game. Beyond anything, this is one of last year's best video games.
Buy it if:
✅ You like third-person games
✅ You're a fan of horror
✅ Remedy's games amuse you
Don't buy it if:
❌ You aren't bothered about the DLCs
Price check: $76.42 at Amazon
UK: £32.49 at Xbox
A Way Out | $29.99 $4.49 at Xbox
Save $25 - If you enjoy 2-player co-op games, A Way Out is a must-play. This was the pre-cursor to 2021's It Takes Two, and has a lot of the same, fun elements.
Buy it if:
✅ You love two-player co-op games
✅ You want to play split-screen games again
✅ You enjoyed It Takes Two
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't have someone to play it with
Price check: $54.90 at Amazon
UK: £3.74 at Xbox
Black Friday Xbox accessory deals
PDP Victrix Pro BFG for Xbox | $179.99 $159.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - Our favorite Xbox controller, and favorite gamepad for any platform is currently discounted for the first time. The PS5 version of this controller may have been out for longer and is seeing even cheaper prices, but this model only launched this year, and it's worth grabbing over any other controller this Black Friday.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a wireless controller
✅ You want good rumble
✅ You want a modular, swappable design
Don't buy it if:
❌ You won't use the back buttons
Price check: Best Buy: $170 | PDP: $179.99
Xbox Elite Series 2 | $129.99 $106.99 at Walmart
Save $23 - The cheaper route into the Elite Series 2 is through buying this Core model, which gives you the exact same gamepad without its attaching components. If you aren't bothered by back buttons and thumbstick swappers, but want amazing battery life, this is a near-$40 reduction versus the full Elite Series 2.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a pro controller for Xbox and PC
✅ You want exceptional battery life
✅ Remappable buttons appeal to you
Don't buy it if:
❌ You have an extra $40
❌ You want to attach back paddles
Price check: $106 at Amazon
UK: £103 at Amazon
Xbox Elite Series 2 | $179.99 $140 at Walmart
Save $39 - Getting the full-fat Elite Series 2 under $150 is a great deal, and even if the price of this legendary gamepad has been coming down in the last year as it gets older, we'd still say it's worth buying. Remember that you'll get the component pack for it in this deal too.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a pro controller for Xbox and PC
✅ You want magnetic back paddles
✅ The traditional Xbox controller shape appeals to you
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't want back buttons
Price check: $130 (used) at Amazon
UK: £141 at Amazon
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5P | $129.99 $94.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - Along with a $5 coupon box you should absolutely click before checking out, this headset rounds out at its lowest-ever price. It's worth recommending thanks to its handy features and great SteelSeries sound quality.
Buy it if:
✅ You want lots of audio presets
✅ You value long battery life
✅ You also play on PC
Don't buy it if:
❌ You can afford the higher-end SteelSeries headsets
Price check: Walmart: $119 | Best Buy: $129.99
Razer Kishi Ultra | $149 $129.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - The Razer Kishi is the perfect mobile controller if you have larger hands, and it's currently seeing its first-ever discount.
Buy it if:
✅ You have larger hands
✅ You play Game Pass games via Cloud Streaming
✅ A Steam Deck would be too pricey for you
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't need a larger controller
Price check: $129.99 at Best Buy
WD Black C50 1TB | $157.99 $99 at Amazon
Save $58 - It's getting harder to find the WD expansion card at full price these days, but that's no bad thing. If you want a cheaper, and arguably better version of the Seagate expansion card, this is your only other option. Its lowest-ever price is $119.99, so we'll let you use that to judge whether now is a good time to buy or not.
Buy it if:
✅ You want more storage space
✅ You want to be able to use Quick Resume
✅ 1TB is enough
Don't buy it if:
❌ You need more than 1TB
Price check: $99 at Best Buy
UK: £114 at Amazon
PowerA Advantage Controller with Lumectra | $44.99 $34.99 at Amazon
Save $10 - PowerA's Advantage controller with Lumectra is one of the best-looking gamepads on the market - it's like someone put RGB eyeliner on a controller. At this cost, you get $5 off its lowest-ever price, which we only saw it drop to briefly between April and June.
Buy it if:
✅ You like RGB lighting
✅ You want a reel of RGB lighting with your controller
✅ You want some back buttons
Don't buy it if:
❌ You wouldn't use the RGB
Price check: $42.99 at Best Buy
UK: £44 at Amazon
Black Friday Xbox deals FAQs
Black Friday Xbox deals: what to expect
Black Friday Xbox deals in 2024 are going to be hard to predict. We've just had the announcement about the new Xbox Series X and S models, but new bundles, games, and accessories throughout the year have been a bit sparse. The good news about the Xbox consoles is that we now have a wide selection of three for the Series S and three for the Series X, so there's loads of choice to be had. Could the increased Xbox menu mean we get some of them discounted over the Black Friday and Cyber Monday period?
In terms of controllers, we're bound to get lucky, because not only have there been a fair few options hit the shelves this year, but there's a pantheon of options lingering out there, many of which are super affordable.
We haven't heard anything about the mid-generation refresh Microsoft seemed to be planning to take on the PS5 Pro. We know the Xbox Series X refresh details came from an FTC lawsuit leak, but the word has been quiet ever since.
Of course, boxed games will be available for a discount during Black Friday, as they always are, and it's easy to see some Xbox Series X hard drives getting price cuts too, especially the official expansion cards from Seagate and WD Black. Beyond that, we'll need to see what Xbox news comes down the pipeline in the next few months.
When will Black Friday Xbox deals start?
Black Friday Xbox deals will land on November 29 this year, but considering we saw sales properly kick off a few days earlier last year (and in plenty of other years before that) we'd recommend preparing your wallet from the beginning of Thanksgiving Week onwards. We generally see discounts tick up from October onwards, especially since Prime Day events are becoming more widespread at other retailers.
Where to find the best Black Friday Xbox deals
We'll be rounding up all the best Black Friday Xbox deals right here when they land. However, if you're hunting alone you'll want to check out some tried and tested retailers that we've found to offer the biggest discounts in years gone by.
US
Amazon: often price matches on controllers, headsets, and more
Best Buy: accessory bundle deals often include Game Pass
CDKeys: big discounts on a massive range of games
Microsoft: All Access purchase options and big accessory savings
Newegg: regular bundle deals with free games
Walmart: best for budget third party accessories and cheap games
UK
Amazon: regular discounts on games and accessories
Argos: best for budget controllers and accessory bundles
CDKeys: big savings on old and new games
Currys: stock drops regularly include Game Pass bundles
Microsoft: regular discounts on controllers and accessories
Very: console bundles often stay in stock longer
How to get the best Black Friday Xbox deals
Black Friday Xbox deals can move quickly, especially if they're on the latest games or high flying accessories. That's why it pays to have a game plan going into the event. We've been tracking Black Friday for years now, and while Xbox Series X is still fairly new to the event, we've got some tips and tricks that will see you safely to checkout.
1. Know when to buy
You have probably seen offers branded as Black Friday Xbox deals landing from as early as October, however it can pay to wait until at least the start of Thanksgiving before making the leap. That's when we start to see retailers offering larger discounts, with the truly blockbuster offers landing on the Friday itself.
However, it's worth noting that these deals will run out of stock a little quicker - and there's no guarantee that a lower price will be available. If you don't want to fight for it, we'd recommend picking up a good price any time in late November.
2. Stick around
Once you've found your perfect price, it's worth keeping a close eye on the rest of the weekend's offers. Retailers sometimes discount certain colorways or games even further over Cyber Monday, if they aren't performing as well. Keep your original purchase boxed and you might be able to get a better price later on.
3. Stay in touch
We'll be rounding up all the very best Black Friday Xbox deals right here, which means you can bookmark this page and come back on the day for a curated roundup of the biggest offers available.
4. Learn what a good deal looks like
If you've already got a handful of products on your shopping list, it's time to start tracking their prices. We'd recommend keeping a close eye on the accessories or games you're looking for over the next couple of months, and take note of any significant price drops.
Not only will you know what a good deal looks like on the day, but some products may, in fact, see record low prices that are worth grabbing before Black Friday Xbox Series X deals even begin.
If you're on the other side of the battlefield, we're also rounding up everything we expect to see from Black Friday PS5 deals. Or, if you're staying out of the argument all together, we're also predicting the biggest offers in 2023's Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals. It's also worth getting your eye in for Black Friday gaming headset deals to truly make the most of your new console. You'll also find plenty of Black Friday video game deals on the horizon as well.
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