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This year has been an absolute dream for gamers, with so many new titles released alongside DLCs that fans have been eagerly awaiting. Titles like Hi-Fi Rush, Spider-Man 2, Tears of the Kingdom, and Baldur’s Gate 3 have been making waves all year, and for good reason. Players,and even researchers, everywhere are declaring 2023 one of the best years in gaming ever. It’s certainly been a major drain on wallets, but finally the holidays are upon us and that means big discounts on hundreds of games during Black Friday.
Though Black Friday has waned in recent years, giving way to month-long events and even summer sales, there’s no denying that the day after Thanksgiving still holdspromise for players looking to save. Whether shoppers are on the hunt for the perfect gift for gamers, or they’re hoping to catch up on the most talked about video games of the year without completely draining their bank account, they’re in luck during the month of November. Amazing Black Friday sales are on in full now, with tons of gaming deals from Amazon, GameStop, Best Buy, and many other gaming retailers. Top-rated titles for Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo Switch, and even PC are up for grabs with holiday discounts of up to 75% off list price.
Resident Evil 4
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One of the best titles in the entire Resident Evil franchise, Resident Evil 4 follows Leon Kennedy as he is tasked with finding and saving the President’s daughter. The Raccoon City police rookie-turned-special agent comes up against a wide array of mutated enemies on his quest. Relive the horror without scary prices during Cyber Monday, when the game is available at up to a 50% discount.
Lies of P
Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque era.You are a puppet created by Geppetto who’s caught in a web of lies with unimaginable monsters and untrustworthy figures standing between you and the events that have befallen the world of Lies of P.You are awakened by a mysterious voice that guides you through the plagued city of Krat - a once lively place that has been poisoned by madness and bloodlust. In our soulslike, you must adapt yourself and your weapons to face untold horrors, untangle the unfathomable secrets of the city’s elites and choose whether to confront predicaments with the truth or weave lies to overcome them on the journey to find yourself.
Dead Island 2
Dead Island 2 is scheduled to release in February 2023, almost ten years after it was originally announced. The game has switched development studios twice in that time; it was originally developed by German company Yager Development, then by British studio Sumo Digital, before another British company, Dambuster Studios, took over. The game is currently marked down by 26% as part of early Black Friday deals, too!
Hogwarts Legacy
Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG set in the world first introduced in the Harry Potter books. For the first time, experience Hogwarts in the 1800s. Your character is a student who holds the key to an ancient secret that threatens to tear the wizarding world apart. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world. Your legacy is what you make of it.Explore an Open WorldThe wizarding world awaits you. Freely roam Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, the Forbidden Forest, and the surrounding Overland area.Be the Witch or Wizard You Want to beLearn spells, brew potions, grow plants, and tend to magical beasts along your journey. Get sorted into your house, forge relationships, and master skills to become the witch or wizard you want to be Experience a New Wizarding World AdventureExperience the wizarding world in an unexplored era to uncover a hidden truth from its past. Battle against trolls, Dark Wizards, goblins, and more as you face a dangerous villain threatening the fate of the wizarding world.
Assassin’s Creed: Mirage
Play as a cunning young street thief seeking answers in this majestic Middle Eastern open world. Experience the home of the original Assassins in this exciting new narrative-driven, open world adventure. 15 years since the first Assassin’s Creed redefined adventure, experience the franchises' trademark parkour and stealth like never before - in Assasin’s Creed Mirage. In this smaller scale, back to basics Assassin’s caper, you play Basim, a young street thief seeking answers. Roam the richly-detailed, reactive and vibrant streets of 9th century Baghdad, uncovering the mysteries of the past as you fight to secure your future. Stalk the shadows. Become the ultimate assassin.
Immortals of Aveum
Immortals of Aveum is a single-player first person magic shooter that tells the story of Jak as he joins an elite order of battlemages to save a world on the edge of abyss. With legions of soldiers on both sides of the Everwar, he must uncover the mysteries of Aveum’s troubled past, if there’s any hope for saving its future. Master three forces of magic and unleash spells with deadly skill in a game that defies FPS conventions.Join the order of Immortals, the champion protectors of Lucium, and become Jak, an elite Triarch Magnus.
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged
If you thought the first chapter was awesome, well, buckle up because we are going to blow you away with incredible new features!MORE WHEELS FOR YOUR FUNFirst things first: make room on your virtual shelf because you’re able to access more than 130 vehicles, and even more varieties! Yes, not only Hot Wheels™ Originals, but also Hot Wheels™ Monster Trucks and vehicles from the entertainment world. Now you can also ride motorbikes and ATVs, each with their own unique racing style to take on every track in the most strategic way!A brand new system will define the vehicles’ category, which can be upgraded with the dedicated skill tree that will directly affect their performance. Watch your car become unstoppable!NEW PLACES TO CALL HOMEWhether it’s the backyard of a house in the suburbs or a mini-golf course in a village in the Wild West, your tracks will be surrounded by the most stunning environments!Discover 5 brand new locations, master their secrets, and you’ll feel right at home both there and on the podium.New terrains are another fantastic new entry that will make your races even more exciting and challenging. Grass, sand and more will directly affect the handling of the vehicle: something to keep in mind when you’ll choose your ride. Strategy plays an even bigger role now!
Minecraft Legends
InMinecraft Legends, you play as the hero! You might think that means you’ll be doing all the fighting, but actually: you’ll be doing all theleading.InLegendsyou’re not the only fighter, and in fact, your allies are better equipped to deal with the piglins than you are. Your task is to summon new friends and lead them in battle to defeat the rampaging piglins. You will have to defend villages, destroy piglin bases, and more to push back the piglins’ Nether corruption. Different allies have different strengths and weaknesses, which when used wisely can give you the edge in battle. In true Minecraft fashion, you must also make sure that you don’t run out of resources, so that you can keep spawning allies and building defensive or offensive structures. Exploring the Overworld is also important: it’s how you meet new friends and discover new resources, and even treasure! Plus, you’ll get to experience a new Overworld each time you play through the campaign, because every playthrough generates a unique map.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Standard Edition
The story of Cal Kestis continues in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, a third person galaxy-spanning action-adventure game from Respawn Entertainment, developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games. This narratively-driven, single player title picks up five years after the events of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and follows Cal’s increasingly desperate fight as the galaxy descends further into darkness.
Dead Space (2023)
The sci-fi survival-horror classic Dead Space™ returns, completely rebuilt from the ground up to offer a deeper, more immersive experience. This remake brings jaw-dropping visual fidelity, suspenseful atmospheric audio, and improvements to gameplay while staying faithful to the original game’s thrilling vision.Isaac Clarke is an everyman engineer on a mission to repair a vast mining ship, the USG Ishimura, only to discover something has gone horribly wrong. The ship’s crew has been slaughtered and Isaac’s beloved partner, Nicole, is lost somewhere on board.Now alone and armed with only his engineering tools and skills, Isaac races to find Nicole as the nightmarish mystery of what happened aboard the Ishimura unravels around him. Trapped with hostile creatures called Necromorphs, Isaac faces a battle for survival, not only against the escalating terrors of the ship but against his own crumbling sanity.
Payday 3
Step out of retirement back into the life of crime in the shoes of the Payday Gang, the envy of their peers and the nightmare of law-enforcement wherever they go. Several years after the crew’s reign of terror over Washington DC has ended, they assemble once again to deal with the threat that roused them out of early retirement.The legendary Payday Crew, dreaded by the law and underworld alike, is back. Ripped from their peaceful retirement to rejoin the criminal world by a new threat, one born from the chaos the Crew left in their wake. to identify and crush this new threat, the Crew is leaving their Washington DC roots behind them and moving to New York City. A new location will bring with it new challenges, but also new opportunities for a heister with a plan.A professional heister knows it takes planning, hard work and a good amount of luck in order to execute a successful heist. In PAYDAY 3 the choice is put in the hands of the players, deciding how to tackle the heist, whether you sneak or go in guns blazing, whether you let your hostages go or keep them around as pawns, whether you go at it alone or bring friends. The choices are endless and in your hands, they will vastly change how the game plays.
Xbox has been having a rollercoaster of a year, from fighting to acquire Activision Blizzard to expanding Game Pass with day-one releases to making the decision to block “unlicensed” controllers. While millions of players are enjoying the freebies of Game Pass, millions more continue to demand copies of their favorite games to keep forever. Now that theXbox Series X|S shortage seems to be fadingfrom memory, 2023 might be the best time to pick up the best Xbox games of the year at a fraction of the cost.
Mortal Kombat 1 Standard Edition– $50 (save 29%)
Remnant 2– $40 (save 20%)
Lords of the Fallen Standard Edition– $50 (save 29%)
Red Dead Redemption 2– $25 (save 58%)
Octopath Traveler 2
The next installment in the Octopath Traveler series sees eight new adventurers setting out across the lands of Solistia to make their mark on the world. Developer Square Enix and Acquire unveil new and exciting 2D and 3D visuals for this expansive traditional RPG. Despite offering dozens of hours of playtime, gamers can scoop this RPG up for as low as $30!
Final Fantasy 16 Standard Edition
The Standard Edition of Final Fantasy 16 has the entire base game on offer as well as the ability to preload content digitally if you go for the digital edition of the same. It does come with 2 digital preorder bonuses irrespective and some physical preorder bonuses at some retailers. Receiving multiple nonimations by the Game Awards, Final Fantasy XVI is already making a splash in the gaming community. Now, players can have it at over 50% off list price.
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion is an upgraded version of the original game, featuring fully remastered HD graphics to meet the standards of the latest console generation. Improved visuals, battle systems, and an overall smoother gameplay experience offers players everything they could want in a new Final Fantasy game. During Black Friday game sales, players can get Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion for up to half off the original price.
Super Bomberman R
SUPER BOMBERMAN is back with a bang! SUPER BOMBERMAN R 2 brings back the explosive party game action along with an all-new adventure and several game modes for all to enjoy! For a limited time during Black Friday, players can have the new classic for half off!
Dying Light 2 Stay Human
Dying Light 2 is the next installment in the heart-racing zombie apocalypse franchise. Techland has introduced an even larger open world for players to explore, with cooperative play, tons of upgrades and unlockables, and high-speed parkour action. Right now, gamers can catch up with the Dying Light series and enjoy a 66% discount for Black Friday.
NBA 2K24
NBA 2K24 is 2K Games' 2023 entry in its basketball sim franchise. Offering a wide range of single and multiplayer options, the sports game includes modes like MyCAREER, MyTEAM, and MyNBA. As per usual, the newest NBA 2K game is half-off for the holiday season!
EA Sports FC 24
Get more ways to win for the club. Team up with friends in your favorite modes and manage your club to victory with more tactical control than ever before. Get your team playing like the world’s best with FC IQ. An overhaul of tactical foundations across the game delivers greater strategic control and more realistic collective movement at the team level, while a new AI model, powered by real-world data, influences player tactics through all-new Player Roles. New additions to Manager and Player Career let you live out the biggest storylines from the real-world game with Live Start Points**; rewrite the stories of past ICONs with today’s teams in Player Career; and for the first time, play an authentic Women’s Career experience, taking control of a club or player from the top five women’s leagues.
Madden NFL 24
Achieve greatness in your NFL career with game-changing control thanks to FieldSENSE. Select your position, body type and customize your Superstar to complete objectives such as the NFL Combine to help determine your Draft order, level up to a 99 OVR, and build your legacy as you navigate all-new mini games and live player grading across a variety of positions and customizable avatars throughout the year.
Star Trek: Resurgence
Star Trek: Resurgence is an interactive narrative video game that tells an original story set in the era shortly after Star Trek: The Next Generation. Star Trek fans won’t want to miss this new game, and right now they can have it for just $20!
The Lord Of The Rings: Gollum
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is an action-adventure game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment and co-published with Nacon. The game, set in the fictional world of Middle-earth created by J. R. R. Tolkien, takes place in between the events of The Hobbit and The Fellowship of the Ring. Players can save 50% on this 2023 game during multiple Black Friday sales!
Sony’s Playstation 5 came into 2023 swinging, having resolved their console shortage and preparing to release some of the best games of the year. Spider-Man 2 and Final Fantasy XVI are likely to stay exclusive to PS5 consoles until 2024, drawing more gamers to purchase the clean-looking PS5 as soon as possible. Of course, these aren’t the only award-winning games that are exclusive to Playstation, and there are plenty of PS5 game sales with significant savings to be had during Black Friday deals throughout the market.
WWE 2K23– $25 (save 44%)
Street Fighter 6– $30 (save 50%)
EA Sports UFC 5– $50 (save 29%)
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Standard Edition
The Legend of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom offers a true successor to The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild. This is a complete version of the game that allows players to take on Ganondorf with new allies and new mechanics as it builds on the success of BOTW which redefined the limits of what is possible in an open-world game. A front-runner for Game of the Year, the game is currently available at a steep Black Friday discount.
Disney Dreamlight Valley
Disney Dreamlight Valley offers players a mix between a life sim and an adventure game, all within the magical world of Disney! Surrounded by fan favorite characters like Wall-e and Belle, players can do quests and explore new areas to help out around town. During Black Friday game deals, players can save over 30% on one of the year’s coziest games.
Just Dance 2024 Edition
Just Dance 2024 Edition features 40 songs, from the latest hits and beloved classics including “Flowers” by Miley Cyrus, “Tití Me Preguntó” by Bad Bunny, “How You Like That” by BLACKPINK, and “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” by Whitney Houston! The game is available for as low as $30 for a limited time during Black Friday deals.
Sonic Frontiers
Sonic Frontiers is an open world, 3D action platformer game developed by Sonic Team and Published by Sega. Players explore Starfall Islands to collect Chaos Emeralds and find Sonic’s lost friends. Players will be solving puzzles, fighting robot enemies, and traversing the land with grind rails to discover how and why Sonic’s group was separated through a wormhole. Sonic’s biggest adventure yet is on sale right now for Black Friday, available to players for as low as $24!
Sonic Superstars
Inspired by the franchise’s 2D heyday, Sega’s Sonic Superstars is a co-op platformer that features Sonic, Knuckles, Tails, and Amy as playable characters. The gameonly recently launched on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC, but during Black Friday sales players can have it for 33% off the normal price!
Monster Hunter Rise
Players will find themselves employed as a hunter of the Kamura Village, tasked with stomping monsters from ravaging the village thanks to something called The Rampage. Along the way, they’ll battle against iconic monsters, including the new Magnamalo, on a quest to end the seemingly eternal struggle.Now, the game and the Sunbreak DLC are available for more than half-off list price!
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Barrel-blast into a critically acclaimed Donkey Kong adventure as this beloved franchise makes its Nintendo Switch™ debut with a banana-bunch of new features. Traverse islands packed with platforming perfection and nonstop action as the classic Kongs in the original game, or mix things up by playing the story as Funky Kong in new Funky Mode!Arctic invaders have turned Donkey Kong Island into their personal frozen fortress, and it’s up to you to save the day. Play as Donkey Kong in Original Mode and team up with Diddy Kong, Dixie Kong, and Cranky Kong—each with unique abilities—to overcome platforming challenges and frosty foes.For a more accessible experience, start a game in Funky Mode to enjoy a range of gameplay updates and a new main-character option, spectacular surfing simian Funky Kong! His extra hearts and unique abilities make for a more relaxed gaming experience. And no matter which mode you choose, a wealth of collectibles and two-player co-op round out the fun!
Fire Emblem Engage
The Divine Dragon awakens: In a war against the Fell Dragon, four kingdoms worked together with heroes from other worlds to seal away this great evil. One-thousand years later, this seal has weakened and the Fell Dragon is about to reawaken. As a Divine Dragon, use rich strategies and robust customization to meet your destiny—to collect 12 Emblem Rings and bring peace back to the Continent of ElyosTeam up with iconic heroes from past Fire Emblem games: Summon valiant heroes like Marth and Celica with the power of Emblem Rings and add their power to yours in this brand-new Fire Emblem story.Engage in a new style of combat: Aside from merging appearances, Engaging lets you use weapons, skills, and more from these legends during battle. The turn-based, tactical battle is back with the brand-new Engage system to add more layers to the strategy.Welcome to Somniel: Explore the paradise of Somniel, your base of operations, located in the sky above the continent of Elyos. It hosts a variety of facilities and activities for the player to prepare for upcoming battles and strengthen bonds.
Kirby’s Return To Dreamland Deluxe
A remake of 2011’s Kirby’s Return to Dream Land, 2023’s Deluxe edition revamps the Wii title for a modern audience. Along with improved visuals, Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe adds a couple of new things to the campaign, including more sub-games and the Mecha copy ability. During Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, Kirby’s updated adventure is 50% off list price!
Super Mario Party
A party for everyone!Whether playing solo or with friends, there’s a mode for every party. Take turns rolling dice and racing across the game board in the 4-player Mario Party mode, or team up for Partner Party. Journey down a path of 80 minigame challenges in the single-player Challenge Road mode. Other modes like the cooperative River Survival and the rhythm-based Sound Stage provide even more twists via local multiplayer. There’s fun for everyone in the Super Mario Party game.Online play comes to the board game mode in Super Mario PartyPlay several modes online** with friends—including the iconic Mario Party board game mode and minigames—with a free update to the Super Mario Party game. you’re able to also team up and take the action online in the strategic 2 vs 2 Partner Party mode, or just play your favorite minigames online***! Open up a match for friends or set a password for a private match. With online play added to these modes, even more Super Mario Party fun can be shared with friends across the globe.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom won hearts and minds when it was released in May, but it’s far from the only laudable game in Nintendo’s lineup right now. Gamers know how stingy Nintendo can be with video game sales, but during Black Friday, even the newest, most popular titles are being discounted. There are dozens of game deals on new releases, along with some older titles that still deserve attention. 2023 has been an exciting year for classic RPG enthusiasts, and there are sure to be gamers who have yet to dive into some of the sprawling adventures and will want to take full advantage of lowered price tags during early game sales on Black Friday.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land– $42 (save 30%)
LEGO 2K Drive– $30 (save 50%)
Dusk Diver 2 Launch Edition– $30 (save 40%)
Elderand– $20 (save 43%)
Bayonetta 3– $42 (save 30%)
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope
Ubisoft’s sequel to 2017’s Kingdom Battle, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is a turn-based strategy game with a quirky sense of humor. Featuring iconic Nintendo characters alongside Ubisoft’s Raving Rabbids, this crossover is available exclusively on the Nintendo Switch. The game is currently marked down to just $20 for Black Friday, making it a great stocking stuffer!
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales
Following the events ofMarvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, teenager Miles Morales is adjusting to his new home while following in the footsteps of his mentor, Peter Parker, as a new Spider-Man. But when a fierce power struggle threatens to destroy his new home, the aspiring hero realizes that with great power, there must also come great responsibility. To save all of Marvel’s New York, Miles must take up the mantle of Spider-Man and own it.The Rise of Miles Morales:Miles Morales discovers explosive powers that set him apart from his mentor, Peter Parker. Master his unique, bio-electric venom blast attacks and covert camouflage power alongside spectacular web-slinging acrobatics, gadgets and skills.A War for Power:A war for control of Marvel’s New York has broken out between a devious energy corporation and a high-tech criminal army. With his new home at the heart of the battle, Miles must learn the cost of becoming a hero and decide what he must sacrifice for the greater good.A Vibrant New Home:Traverse the snowy streets of his new, vibrant, and bustling neighborhood as Miles searches for a sense of belonging. When the lines blur between his personal and crime-fighting lives, he discovers who he can trust, and what it feels like to truly be home.
Gotham Knights
Batman is dead. A new expansive, criminal underworld has swept the streets of Gotham City. It is now up to the Batman Family - Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood, and Robin - to protect Gotham, bring hope to its citizens, discipline to its cops, and fear to its criminals.From solving mysteries that connect the darkest chapters in the city’s history to defeating notorious villains in epic confrontations.Gotham Knights is an open-world, action RPG set in the most dynamic and interactive Gotham City yet. Patrol Gotham’s five distinct boroughs in solo or in co-op and drop in on criminal activity wherever you find it.Your legacy begins now. Step into the Knight.
Wild Hearts
Developed by Koei Tecmo and published by EA, Wild Hearts is a hunting game that pits players against the Kemono, powerful beasts infused with nature. Set in a fantasy world inspired by Feudal Japan, the game is an action RPG. This enthralling game is currently available for under $30 for Black Friday.
Valkyrie Elysium
Valkyrie Elysium is an action role-playing game published by Square Enix. The game’s lore is based on Norse mythology where the player is Nora, a valkyrie who is destined to help Odin and defeat Fenrir during Ragnarok. Unlike its predecessor, the combat in Valkyrie Elysium is action-based. Now, players can get the game for as low as $10 during Black Friday game deals!
Trek to Yomi
As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman Hiroki is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.Cinematic PresentationBreathtaking camera angles and striking visuals in the spirit of classic samurai film create a true cinematic experience in Trek to Yomi.Stylish CombatEngage vicious swordsmen and supernatural beings with a streamlined combat system based around the traditional weapons of the samurai.Mythic StorytellingExperience an enthralling story of Hiroki during his fall against the forces of evil and heroic return to make good on his failed promise to save the people he swore to protect.Thrilling SoundtrackThe thrilling action and somber moments are set against a memorable score designed to feel authentic to the time and place of feudal Japan.
Riders Republic
Riders Republic is a Ubisoft-developed online extreme sports game featuring a wide discipline of activities including mountain biking, snowboarding, skiing, and wingsuit flying. Players are able to explore real-world locations while competing in a host of online multiplayer challenges and events. The game also has a suite of customization options. Riders Republic is available for less than $15 on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, and PS5 for a limited time.
Need for Speed Unbound
Need for Speed Unbound is a street racing video game that challenges players to win The Grand, Lakeshore’s ultimate street racing challenge. The game features an all-new visual style that blends elements of street art with realistic-looking cars. Players can customize their garages with precision-tuned, custom rides to showcase their unique style on the streets. For a limited time, the game is available for under $20 through GameStop’s Black Friday sale.
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach is the latest installment of the family-friendly horror games loved by millions of players from all over the globe. Play as Gregory, a young boy trapped overnight in Freddy Fazbear’s Mega Pizzaplex. With the help of Freddy Fazbear himself, Gregory must survive the near-unstoppable hunt of reimagined Five Nights at Freddy’s characters - as well as new, horrific threats.THE HUNTERS AND THE HUNTED - Once nighttime protocols are initiated, the animatronics at Freddy Fazbear’s Mega Pizzaplex will relentlessly pursue all intruders. Glamrock Chica, Roxanne Wolf, Montgomery Gator, and the Pizzaplex’s security guard, Vanessa, will turn over every Cotton Candy Pizza Stand if they have to - it’s not wise to stay in one place for too long.ADAPT TO SURVIVE - Access the building’s security cameras to survey the environment and plan your route through danger. Distract enemies by knocking over paint cans and toys - just slip away before enemies are drawn to your location. Hop into hiding spots and allow danger to pass, or attempt to outrun your pursuers. Play your way, but be prepared to adapt.EXPLORE AND DISCOVER - Freddy Fazbear’s Mega Pizzaplex offers a variety of attractions for guests to enjoy - Monty Golf, Roxy Raceway, Bonnie Bowl, the sewers, and… Sewers? The Pizzaplex is vast and has no shortage of goodies to discover.
Hello Neighbor 2
Hello Neighbor 2 is a December 2022 single-player stealth adventure and horror game developed by Eerie Guest and tinyBuild. The game features an AI-controlled enemy (the neighbor), creepy environments, open zones to explore, and mysteries to discover. For a limited time, gamers can get Hello Neighbor 2 for under $20 during Black Friday.
Most of the time, quality over quantity is the best way to go, but there are times when quantity is preferred, like during holiday video game deals. For young gamers and players on last-gen consoles, getting a huge stack of games at a cheap price is an easy enough feat with so many game sales going on. Black Friday video game deals are sometimes mind-bogglingly advantageous to shoppers looking to wow their loved ones with piles of gifts without spending piles of cash.
Shadow Warrior 3– $20 (save 50%)
Anno 1800 Standard Edition– $15 (save 63%)
Lake– $15 (save 50%)
Red Dead Redemption 2– $20 (save 67%)
Forspoken– $20 (save 60%)
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How We Find the Best Video Game Black Friday Sales
It’s no joke that there are hundreds of games with sale prices on, before, and even after Black Friday, so how in the world can players sift through everything to find the absolute best deals? Simple: make someone else do it!
Game Rant is run by gamers, so picking out the best Black Friday deals on video games is done the same way anyone would. We take into account a few key factors before deciding whether a deal is worthwhile:
Discount Amount
This is perhaps the most important element to consider. Is the discounted game really all that cheap? Or is the displayed percentage equal to just a few dollars off? For some titles, saving a few bucks is as good as it gets, but for the most part, players can expect to save at least $20 on the year’s most popular games. Holiday game sales are known to be some of the best prices of the year, so it should be expected that the discount being offered is significant. Not all video games can hit the absolute lowest price of the year, but it’s simply not worth it to save a few bucks on a game while others are listed at half off or more.
Game Quality
To each their own, but the overall game quality can’t be ignored. Sale prices that slash 70% or more off a game title may be alluring, but they can also be indicative of issues or bad reviews. The game deals included in this round-up are all for titles that are fun, engaging, and received decent reviews, if not glowing ones. Older games, while not as impressive as the latest and greatest titles, can be excellent deals during Black Friday and allow players to catch up on fan favorites they may have missed.
Platform & Format
Very often, certain games only go on sale for specific consoles. This can happen when a retailer buys way more copies of a game for one platform than any other, or if that retailer has a special partnership with a publisher. Additionally, digital games rarely get marked down, though their physical counterparts can see incredible discounts regardless. Thoughsome players prefer digital over physical games, it’s sometimes prudent to get the version that’s on sale.
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FAQ
Q: Are video games discounted on Black Friday?
Yes, as usual, video games are expected to be marked down from typical list prices so that gamers can snatch up some of the best games of the year for a fraction of the normal cost.
Q: Will Amazon have Black Friday sales 2023?
Yes, Amazon announced on Nov. 6th that their Black Friday shopping event will start on Friday, November 17th and continue through Cyber Monday.
Q: Does Nintendo do Black Friday for games?
Yes, Nintendo already has a number of great holiday deals and plans to have even more savings available as we approach Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Q: How much of a discount does Gamestop give on Black Friday?
Gamestop is marking down video games up to 75% off for Black Friday, and has already started a huge sale of 50-75% off select new games from 2023.
