29 Best Black Friday Gaming Deals (2024), Consoles & Games

On November 29, 2024By Littum

The holidays are close. That means it’s time to get into some serious winter play. These Black Friday gaming deals can help. Seriously, this is one of the best times of the year to make those hardware upgrades you’ve been considering, whether it’s a nicer keyboard, a new monitor, some upgrades to your gaming desktop, or heck, even a new PS5. We even have a few video game deals in here if you’ve been patiently waiting for a sale.

WIRED Featured Deals

Console offer

Three Sony PlayStation 5 video game consoles side by side PS 5 in pink PS 5 Slim in purple and PS 5 Pro in white all...

We’ve seen a few deals on the PlayStation 5 Slim with a variety of games and bundles. I think the most appealing will probably be the Amazon package which includes Fortnite Cobalt Star Bundle, a set of in-game accessories for the various Fortnite-adjacent games, plus 1000 V-Bucks. If that doesn’t appeal and you don’t have a friend who plays who might want the goodies, Best Buy offers NBA 2K25 together with the console for the same price. What is the difference between the PS5 Slim and the normal PS5? We have a guide that explains it all.

It’s rare to see a Nintendo console, let alone a bundle, drop in price this much. The only caveat is that this deal is only on the original Nintendo Switch. There is discount on the OLED variant, which has a much nicer and larger screen, for $275 ($75 off). Mario Kart 8 also happens to be one of the best games for the Switch and the one I still play the most. Want more game recommendations? Read our guide to the best Switch games.

Front view of both the 2020 Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X two white rectangular units sitting on a wooden…

It’s not as deep as the discounts on the other consoles, but you can still save $50 on the Xbox Series S or Xbox Series X. These are both the discless versions of the console, but with 512GB in the Series S and 1 terabyte in the Series X, should you have plenty of storage space for your digital games. You can also add more storage later. Check out our guide to the best Xbox games for more.

Monitor offers

The image may contain Computer Hardware Electronics Hardware Screen TV Person and adult

This 34-inch OLED monitor from Alienware (9/10, WIRED Recommends) utilizes Quantum Dot technology for perfect black levels and sharp colors across two different HDR levels, 400 and 1000. With a resolution of 3,440 X 1,440, you’ll happy to have FreeSync to keep your frames smooth even if your PC can reach the maximum refresh rate of 165 Hz. The Alienware is still an impressive display for everyday computing, and especially for watching movies and TV shows. If this is mainly for work and productivity, you might have a little problem with text clarity as well as visibility in brightly lit rooms like offices, but I don’t expect it to be a deal-breaker. The only difference between this and the model we reviewed is FreeSync support instead of G-Sync.

Front view of Branch Four Leg Standing Desk with computer monitors keyboard microphone and other work items on top

This is the latest version from Alienware, the AW3225QF. It’s a little bit smaller at 32 inches, but the excellent QD-OLED screen now has a 4K resolution with sharp colors and deep blacks. I was shocked when I first started up Helldivers 2 and landed on some of the more colorful and moody maps. It looked even more cinematic. I’ve been working from this screen for a few weeks now and I’d like to switch to OLED even sooner. It’s simply fantastic. Did I mention the 240-Hz refresh rate? —Julian Chokkattu

Speaking of great ultrawide screens, the LG Ultragear 34GS95QE (8/10, WIRED Recommends) has a deep, enticing curve that’s excellent for immersive gaming. Like the Alienware above, it has a 240Hz panel, so it’s fast enough for even the slickest shooters, and the OLED panel means every moment is even more cinematic.

Gaming Headset offer

Headphones with black padded band, red connectors between the band and the earphones and black padded earphones. ONE...

The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless (10/10, WIRED Recommends) has to be one of the most impressive pairs of gaming headsets we’ve ever reviewed. Battery life makes these remarkable, with a claimed 300+ hours on a single charge. No, that’s not a typo, and our tests backed it up, with these headphones lasting 325 hours playing music before finally giving up.

Logitech G Pro headphones on a thin stand. The headphones have a black padded band. There is a blue sofa and...

If you don’t need such insane battery life, the Logitech G Pro X Lightspeed (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is our current favorite gaming headset. It features Logitech’s Lightspeed wireless connection via a 2.4GHz dongle, which promises much lower latency during gaming than standard Bluetooth headphones. Even when you’re not at your gaming PC, you can take advantage of Bluetooth and 3.5mm connectivity for all your devices.

White headset with padded ear cups and extended microphone hooked to a table top. Oval shaped device to adapt...

SteelSeries has a few discounted headsets, including my daily driver, the Arctis Nova Pro (8/10, WIRED recommends). I’m a big fan of the included DAC, which makes adjusting volume or settings super convenient, and the hot-swappable battery feature has saved me in the middle of the dungeon more than once. Luxury doesn’t come cheap, but it does sometimes come on sale, and only once for less than this price, so grab them while you can. WIRED editor Julian Chokkattu has also been using these as his daily headphones (for more than two years) and said that one of his ear pads tore after the two-year mark, but he easily replaced it via Wicked Pillows.

Keyboard and controller deals

Small white computer keyboard with a pair of dark blue and teal keys next to a white computer mouse on a white desk

The Q1 HE (9/10, WIRED Recommends) was a keyboard I loved at its original price when it was released in mid-2024. With an all-aluminum chassis, gasket mount, Bluetooth connectivity and Keychron’s highly customizable Nebula Double-Rail Hall effect switch, it’s a great keyboard for work and play that feels great. Every aspect of this keyboard can be customized and fine-tuned to your preferences. While it could sound a bit better, it’s such a great all-around package that these complaints are negligible – especially since all of these nitpicks are down to personal taste and won’t be issues for very many buyers. It usually sells for a price tag on Amazon and Best Buy, but they’re now discounted, though the best deal is direct from Keychron. —Henry Robbins

I have no idea how this keyboard is so cheap, but it is. Lemokey is Keychron’s newly founded gaming brand, intended to be a companion to its more office-oriented line of keyboards. But the great thing about Lemokey is that under the gamer styling it runs on the same firmware and has the same good specifications as Keychron boards. For the X4, this is no different – this keyboard has QMK programmability, gasket mounting, Gateron-made switches and a 75% layout for under $30 from a reputable brand. However, features such as wireless connectivity and hot-swappable switches are not unavailable. The X4 is the most versatile of the series with its 75% layout, which finds the sweet spot between functionality and desk space. —Henry Robbins

The Keychron V1 Max is the middle choice from Keychron’s middle of the road range. It has a 75% layout, a button, gasket mount and wireless connectivity, while being far cheaper than the Q Max series (which is the same keyboard with a metal case). These keyboards feel great to type on, are lightweight and portable, and have all the bells and whistles you need for everyday use. I would realistically recommend any model in the V Max series since the only difference is the layout, but I’ve found 75% to be the most space-efficient option for general use. —Henry Robbins

Image may contain Electronics Computer Hardware Hardware Computer Computer Keyboard and Keyboard

While I’m a big board fan, it’s not hard to see the appeal of a compact option like the Razer Huntsman Mini. By sacrificing a few keys, you may not use as much, you get more desk space and a more ergonomic position for games where you have one hand on the mouse. Besides the size, the Huntsman Mini is just as well equipped as its bigger sibling, with full RGB support, access to Razer’s customization software, and keycap compatibility with the other Razer kits.

Image may contain electronics hardware computer and mouse

Do you also need a mouse? Logitech’s G203 is a great, no frills at a very attractive price. It has six programmable buttons, a quick DPI switch and RGB lighting, and the only real downside is a relatively low max DPI. That shouldn’t be a problem for most users, and for under $40 it’s a good upgrade from a non-gaming mouse or a backup option for LAN parties. Read our Best Gaming Mouse guide for more recommendations.

Controller gamers can also enjoy the savings with the Scuf Instinct Pro Controller, which supports Xbox Series S/X and PC, as well as macOS, iOS and Android. This controller has a high-quality build and finish, but the best part is on the back, where four customizable paddles help you reach those tricky buttons without moving your thumbs from the sticks. That alone is worth the price of admission and is a feature you’ll find on very few other controllers. See our guide to the best game controllers for more.

Flight Controller offer

Image may contain Electronics Joystick and Wash Faucet

It might not be the smartest joystick on the market, but you’ll probably spend two or three times as much to get this feature set elsewhere. That makes the Logitech G Extreme Pro 3D and its Totally Radical name a good choice for the occasional jet aviator or space trucker.

But what if you want the ultimate flight sim experience? The Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flight puts a full cockpit on your desktop with multiple throttle and trim adjustment knobs and a lifelike yoke with a real-time flight information screen. There’s even a light panel that shows the current status of your favorite PC games without looking up.

Offers on PC components

Black electrical unit with vents on top and sides

I’m a firm believer in only using high-quality power supplies from reliable manufacturers, and the Corsair RM1000x fits that bill. With enough juice to drive all but the most demanding GPUs, 80 PLUS Gold efficiency and fully modular ports, this one is easy for me to recommend, and the price on Amazon is within $10 of the previous best.

The Ryzen 9 7950X, which resides right near the top of AMD’s offerings, is one of the fastest and most powerful CPUs before you have to move to the larger Threadripper platform. It’s well-equipped for modeling and production work, and is probably even more than most gamers need, though perhaps not more than they want.

Video game deals

Tight frame of an animated character's face

Nintendo Switch games

Sony Playstation 5 games

Xbox Series S/X games

PC games