This year's Black Friday Xbox deals are right around the corner, and typically, it's the best time of year to shop for Xbox consoles, bundles, controllers, and accessories.
If you're browsing Xbox's current-generation lineup for the first time, now is a fantastic period in which to do so. Not only are the base Xbox Series X|S consoles likely to receive price drops (as evidenced by previous Black Friday events), but we also have two new additions to the lineup in the Xbox Series X Digital Edition and Xbox Series X 2TB Galaxy Black Special Edition. These two may be featured in some new value-packed bundles over the Holidays, so certainly worth keeping an eye on.
Consoles aside, first-party Xbox kit and third-party 'Designed for Xbox' hardware typically represent some of the best Black Friday deals across most big box retailers. We'll be keeping a very close eye on Black Friday Xbox deals during the upcoming sales week. But for now, here's everything you need to know to best prepare. For a more specific look at Xbox-related hardware, be sure to check out our guide to all the best Black Friday Xbox controller deals in the run-up to the event.
As TechRadar Gaming's Hardware Editor, I've been testing and reviewing Xbox hardware for upwards of three years. In November, myself and the rest of the TechRadar Gaming team will endeavor to highlight discounted products that are most worth your hard-earned cash. From controllers and headsets to storage cards and beyond, you can trust us to draw your attention to a range of high-quality offers.
Black Friday Xbox deals: FAQs
When do Black Friday Xbox deals start in 2024?
Black Friday Xbox deals officially begin on November 29. There is a catch, however; most retailers like to begin their Black Friday sales up to a week ahead of time. As a result, you can expect outlets like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Argos, and Currys to kick off their respective sales as early as Monday, November 25, or perhaps even the weekend before.
Which retailers have the best Black Friday Xbox deals?
Unlike Prime Day, Black Friday Xbox deals can be found at a large swathe of big box retailers in the US and the UK. Not sure where to begin shopping? The list of regional retailers below will give you a good idea of where to start - and what to expect from each:
US
Amazon: usually the largest selection of discounts
Best Buy: big on Xbox games and controllers
GameStop: a great stop for Xbox bundles
Walmart: good for bundles and often price matches Amazon
UK
Amazon: the widest selection of discounts in the UK
Argos: your next best option for hardware savings
Currys: fantastic for hardware and console bundles
Game: plenty of console bundle deals
John Lewis: an outlier, but decent for Xbox discounts
Very: historically great for discounted Xbox bundles
What kind of Black Friday Xbox deals should I expect?
Black Friday is one of the few times in the year that we see some actual, honest-to-goodness discounts on Xbox console bundles. Furthermore, you can expect discounts on a wide range of Xbox controllers, gaming headsets, storage cards, and other popular accessories.
The most common and readily available discount will undoubtedly be for the Xbox Wireless Controller and its countless colorway options. And when it comes to headsets, the likes of Turtle Beach, Razer, SteelSeries, and more will absolutely come bearing savings.
Also, keep an eye out for discounts on the Seagate Xbox Storage Expansion Card as well as the WD Black C50. These are the two main internal SSD offerings on Xbox and routinely see superb discounts over the Black Friday sales period. If you're looking to add more storage to your console for less, this will be the time to do so.
Last Year's best Black Friday Xbox deals in the US
Last Year's best Black Friday Xbox deals in the UK
