Get the Most Out of the Hottest Xbox Black Friday Deals for 2023
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Whether you’re a Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X player, 2023 has been an absolutely scorching year for games. If you or someone on your shopping list is looking for new games or a new TV, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are some amazing opportunities to score clutch deals on a new Xbox and many of the incredible games that hit stores this year.
These days, the main reason to get an Xbox is pretty simple: Xbox Game Pass. Often described as the “Netflix of gaming,” Xbox Game Pass offers a large library of games that you can download or stream for one monthly fee. That includes all of Microsoft’s Xbox exclusives, such as Starfield, Halo Infinite, and Forza Motorsport, as well amazing indie games you may have missed, such as Hollow Knight and Cocoon, and stalwart classics like Minecraft. If you’re planning to buy an Xbox – or giving the gamer in your life a new console – we highly recommend packing in a Game Pass subscription.
We’ve scrubbed the web for the best discounts on Xbox console bundles, games, and accessories available this holiday season. As usual, many Black Friday deals tend to be limited — if you see something you want on sale now, you should buy it. While it may go on a deeper discount, it could also run low on inventory and be unavailable later on. We’ll be checking for new deals throughout the season, so check back for more offers.
The Expert: I’m a technology writer and journalist who has written about games for nearly a decade for publications like GameSpot, IGN, and The Washington Post, among others. I’ve played and covered all sorts of games, from indie passion projects to epic hundred-hour RPGs, and I know a good deal when I see one.
Xbox Black Friday Console Deals
Series X 1TB SSD
The Xbox Series X is the fastest, most advanced Xbox ever, delivering awesome performance that will make your games look their best. With jaw-dropping exclusives like Halo Infinite and Xbox Game Pass, which gives you access to a rotating library of high-quality games, it’s a great way to play the most and spend the least.
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Series X 1TB SSD
Series S 512GB Three Month Game Pass Ultimate Starter Bundle
This Xbox Series S console bundle comes with three free months of Xbox Game Pass, which is a perfect pairing for any player. The less powerful of the two current Xbox consoles, the series S forgoes 4K gameplay resolution and a disc drive for a slim profile and a low price. (It can still stream video in 4K.) If you’re looking to try out the service on a budget, this is a great option.
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Series S 512GB Three Month Game Pass Ultimate Starter Bundle
Series X Diablo IV Bundle
Get the Xbox Series X with long-awaited action-RPG Diablo IV, as well as some additional in-game items. Take the fight to the demon goddess Lilith, while scooping up incredible loot to make your character as powerful as your new console.
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Series X Diablo IV Bundle
Series X Forza Horizon 5 Bundle
Forza Horizon 5 takes the fast cars and impressive speed of its mother series and gives it a more casual spin. Race around Mexico in almost any car you can imagine, explore beaches, volcanos, and Mayan Temples, and build your dream vehicle in this acclaimed driving game.
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Series X Forza Horizon 5 Bundle
Series S Gilded Hunter Bundle
If you’re looking for a fun-sized Xbox Series S bundle, we’ve got you covered. Rather than a game, this comes with special in-game items and virtual currency to enhance some of the biggest free-to-play games, including Fortnite and Rocket League.
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Series S Gilded Hunter Bundle
Xbox Game Deals
Game Pass Ultimate, One Month Membership
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes Game Pass access on PC and Xbox, the ability to play certain games on launch day, further discounts, and a subscription to EA Play. It’s certainly worth a look if you’re buying an Xbox.
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Game Pass Ultimate, One Month Membership
Madden NFL 24
This year’s edition of the long-running football series brings a new level of realism to the field, including hyper-accurate player skeletons, more realistic animation, and better AI.
Diablo IV
You need a console bundle to get a good deal on Diablo IV. Build a party of hell-slaying heroes with your friends, plan your character’s development, and wipe out horde after horde of marauding demons.
Starfield
The biggest Xbox exclusive of 2023, this deep-space RPG from the maker of Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim gives you an entire galaxy to explore. With more than a thousand planets to survey and countless adventures to discover, this open world feels full of endless possibilities.
Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon
One of my favorite games of the year, this tough-as-nails mech-action game from the creators of Elden Ring and Dark Souls will test your gaming skills. Build your dream robot and blast your rivals out of the sky as you strive to make a name for yourself in a strange robot-filled future.
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Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon
Resident Evil 4
A remake of one of the greatest action games of all time, Resident Evil 4 faithfully lives up to the legacy of its series while innovating enough to keep even die-hards guessing. Blast zombies with a variety of weapons, save the President’s daughter, and learn the secrets of the mysterious Plagas.
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Resident Evil 4
A Plague Tale: Requiem
This is an incredible deal on one of the best games you may not have played in 2022. A Plague Tale: Requiem is a stunning sequel that continues the tense medieval horror story of a young brother and sister trying to outrun an apocalyptic plague of killer rats. It’s a unique stealth adventure with a surprisingly emotional story, and easier than ever to try at such a low price.
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A Plague Tale: Requiem
Xbox Accessory Deals
Core Wireless Controller
The standard Xbox gamepad is one of the best pads out there for a wide variety of video games. It’s offered in a broader array of colors than almost any other controller out there, too, so you can find a colorway to match your personality.
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Core Wireless Controller
Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller
If you’re a pro gamer willing to spend a bit more, the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core is the gold standard for Xbox controllers. It features adjustable-tension thumbsticks, customizable trigger pull, and more. However, you should note that this Core model doesn’t include the extra d-pad or charging dock from the more expensive Xbox Elite Series 2 starter Bundle.
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Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller
Wireless Controller Starfield Limited Edition
This limited-edition Starfield-themed Xbox controller is stylish, but pricey. It includes transparent triggers and Elite-grade improved rubbers, but the big sell is that it’s a limited-edition design, so the price will only go up in the future.
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Wireless Controller Starfield Limited Edition
Racing Wheel Overdrive For Xbox
Hori’s officially licensed Xbox racing wheel is the perfect gift for the casual racing fan looking to try out a more intense simulation experience. With two pedals and a sturdy clamp system, it’s a very good wheel for racing game beginners.
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Racing Wheel Overdrive For Xbox
Play & Charge Kit for Xbox Series X|S
Swapping out batteries in the middle of a long gaming session is no one’s idea of a good time. These rechargeable battery packs give the ability to charge your controller when it needs more power, rather than buying more AA’s.
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Play & Charge Kit for Xbox Series X|S
Universal Quick Charging Stand for Xbox Series X|S
If you prefer a charging solution with a little more pizzazz, this charging stand from Razer is a great option. You can get a battery pack and charging stand to match several of the Xbox’ most popular controller colors.
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Universal Quick Charging Stand for Xbox Series X|S
Xbox Headset Deals
Wireless Headset
The official Xbox Wireless Headset offers clear audio, noise-canceling capabilities, and voice isolation. It also works well on Windows, so it’s a great choice if you like to use it on your Xbox and a gaming PC.
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Wireless Headset
Arctis Nova Pro Multi-System Gaming Headset
Our favorite gaming headset, the SteelSeries Arcis Nova Pro offers sharp sound, advanced noise cancellation, 360 degree spatial audio, and the ability to hot-swap between two consoles. It’s expensive, even with this deal, but also an…
