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Deals By Tabitha Baker last updated 28 November 2025

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Black Friday deals are officially here! A week of already-fantastic gaming sales have ramped up even further, and now is your chance to check any previously full-priced holdouts to see if they've cracked for the main event. Chances are, they have. We're seeing huge price cuts to accessories for PC and Xbox, whilst there are some particularly generous discounts on PS5 consoles and Nintendo Switch games. All said: there is, pardon the cliche, something for everyone, and you can find it all below.

Curated by Tabitha Baker, Hardware Editor at GamesRadar

Curated byTabitha BakerManaging Editor - Hardware

Deal hunting was my day job when I started at our sister site TechRadar and now, six years later, I get to combine that eye for value with real hands-on experience living, working, and playing with the newest hardware across PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC. That means I know which gadgets are actually worth their sales prices this Black Friday and where to find the biggest offers.

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Amazon: games from $17
Best Buy: accessories from $9.99
Dell: up to $500 off Alienware
GameStop: buy 2 get 1 free on merch
Newegg: PC upgrades from $7.29
Razer: up to $900 off Blade
Walmart: games from $10

UK:

Amazon: games from £15
Argos: accessories from £8.66
Currys: TVs from £129
Very: up to £50 off bundles

The best Black Friday PS5 deals

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Silent Hill 2 Remake | $49.99 $29.99 at AmazonSave $20 - After a bit of horror this holiday season? Silent Hill 2 Remake doesn't care that Halloween was a month ago, it's $20 off in Amazon's Black Friday deals. That's the lowest price I've seen on the classic.

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The best Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals

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The Legend of Zelda Amiibo | $29.99 $9.99 at Best BuySave $20 - If you're a Zelda fan or just love to fill your shelves with amiibo, Best Buy has amazing discounts on these interactive figures, which can give you in-game bonuses in Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. Characters on offer include Sidon, Tulin, Yunobo, and Riju, all under $10 each.Buy it if: ✅ You have Zelda Switch games✅ You'll make use of the in-game items Don't buy it if: ❌ You want a high-end figure to displayPrice check: Amazon: Check stock | Walmart: $19.88

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Turtle Beach Airlite Fit | $27.99 $19.99 at AmazonSave $8 - The Turtle Beach Airlite Fit is already less than $30, but an early discount at Amazon has it even cheaper this week. That means you're getting one of our favorite headsets for less than $20 ahead of Black Friday.

Featured in: Best Nintendo Switch headset

Read more: Turtle Beach Airlite Fit review

Buy it if:

✅ You're buying for Switch or Switch 2✅ You don't mind a 3.5mm connection✅ You don't want to break the bank

Don't buy it if:

❌ You need plenty of customization options

Price check: Walmart: $19.99 | Best Buy: $27.99

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Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door | $59.99 $29.99 at Best BuySave $30 - Best Buy has a $30 discount on Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door this Black Friday. That's an excellent result - first party games like this generally only ever hit $50 day to day.

Featured in: Best Mario games

Read more: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is an amazing throwback to iconic Nintendo storytelling

Buy it if:

✅ You like Origami King ✅ You prefer more strategy than platforming

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want a classic Mario experience

Price check: Walmart: $30 | Amazon: $51.99

UK: £49.99 £35.99 at Currys

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Super Mario Odyssey | $59.99 $29.99 at Best Buy Save $30 - Super Mario Odyssey might be an OG Switch game, and one that's eight years old now, but it's rated so highly for a reason, and at $29.99 it's well worth the price if you're yet to play it. It's also playable on Switch 2, and has a free Switch 2 update to make it look even better on the latest hardware.

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Star Wars Outlaws NS2 | $59.99 $30 at AmazonSave $29.99 - It's not rare to see Star Wars Outlaws get a discount during sales events like this, but this marks the first time we've seen the newly-released Switch 2 version come down to this price, ideal for if you're looking to experience Kay Vess' adventure on the go.

Featured in: Best Star Wars games

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Xbox Wireless Controller | $64.99 $39.99 at WalmartSave $25 - We've seen some fluctuation on the price of this Xbox Wireless Controller lately, but its current $25 discount puts it about in line with the sale prices we observed before this year's wave of Xbox price increases, making this worth considering if you're looking for a new one.

Featured in: Best Xbox Series X controller

Buy it if:

✅ You don't need pro features✅ You want easy connectivity✅ You're stocking up on multiplayer options

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want more customizations

Price check: Amazon: $39.99 | Best Buy: $39.99

UK: £59.99 £42.95 at The Game Collection

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Turtle Beach Stealth 600 | $109.99 $88 at AmazonSave $20 - The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 has dropped under $100 for Black Friday. It's a short hop, granted, but still one that breaks previous discount records and nets you a wireless Xbox headset at a great rate.

Read more: Turtle Beach Stealth 600 review

Featured in: Best Xbox Series X headsets

Buy it if:

✅ You prioritize a wireless connection✅ You like bass emphasis✅ You also play on other platforms

Don't buy it if:

❌ You don't like leatherette

Price check: Best Buy: $89.99 | Walmart: $99.99

UK: £99.99 £84.99 at Very

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X | $149.99 $104.99 at AmazonSave $45 - If you're looking for a headset you can use across multiple platforms, this SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5X is one of our favorite choices, and it's currently only $5 more than its lowest ever price on Amazon.

Featured in: Best gaming headsets

Read more: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 review

Buy it if:

✅ You play on multiple platforms✅ You don't want to fiddle with EQ settings✅ You still want tailored sound

Don't buy it if:

❌ You want to spend as little as possible (check the Nova 3)

Price check: Best Buy: $104.99 | Walmart: $149.99

UK: £89.99 at Amazon

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Seagate Storage Expansion Card 2TB | $259.99 $199.99 at AmazonSave $60 - If you're looking to expand your storage, this 2TB card is close to a record-low price, making for an enticing deal this Black Friday. It hit that record last month, but at only $10 lower than the current deal, this is still a solid discount if you missed out before.

Featured in: Best Xbox Series X hard drive

Buy it if:

✅ You download most of your games✅ You want an easy storage solution

Don't buy it if:

❌ You only buy discs

Price check: Walmart: $199.99 | Best Buy: $199.99

UK: £199 at Amazon

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EasySMX X10 | $49.99 $26.79 at AmazonSave $23.20 - Just last week I was lamenting the fact that the EasySMX X10 wasn't under $30, now we're well past that barrier. This is a new record-low price on the budget PC controller I keep on my desk at all times.

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When does Black Friday officially start?

Black Friday will begin as soon as the clock hits midnight tonight, but I've seen Black Friday deals popping up for months at this point. The biggest discounts have all been landing in the last few weeks, but I'm seeing a lot of gadgets also returning to previous sales positions from the season as well.

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Save $20 on Little Nightmares 3

Little Nightmares 3 Alone and Low

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Don't think I've forgotten about Black Friday Switch deals! In yet another case of 'new game gets bit discount', Little Nightmares 3 is currently running 25% off on Switch 2. While Nintendo isn't feeling generous on first-party Switch 2 games, it's nice to see third-party games offer big savings.

This deal brings Little Nightmares 3 down from $39.99 to $29.99, saving you $10 dollars. Plus, it's great to play with a buddy - so really, you're doing them a favor!

Little Nightmares 3 | $39.99 $29.99 at Amazon

2025-11-28T09:49:15.273Z

A quick reminder to check Steam

2025-11-28T09:20:37.494Z

Elden Ring Nightreign is down to $25

Promotional image showing the Everdark Sovereign version of Gaping Jaw in Elden Ring Nightreign.

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Over on the Xbox side, Elden Ring Nightreign is currently $15 off on Amazon right now. I'm specifically putting this one here for those of us who are a little more apprehensive of FromSoftware's foray into multiplayer, because at this price it's absolutely worth taking the plunge.

I admittedly wasn't sure how Nightreign would be, but if you have friends to play it with, it's fantastic. It's worth noting that a similar discount is in effect for the PS5 version too, so don't worry about being left out of this one if you're Team Sony.

Elden Ring Nightreign | $39.99 $24.99 at Amazon

2025-11-28T08:59:04.642Z

Silent Hill F is already 30% off

Silent Hill f

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Good news for the bravest among us, as I've just spotted that Silent Hill f is going for just $50. That's $20 off full-price, which is a particularly nice surprise given that it's barely two months old.

While the deal itself is faultless, you can check out our Silent Hill f review to see why we gave it four stars and said it offered the series' "most unsettling atmosphere and writing to date," which is no small praise. On my end, I'm an absolute coward but still couldn't resist playing this on Steam Deck - so do check it out if you're in the mood for something spooky.

Silent Hill f | $69.99 $49.94 at Amazon

2025-11-28T08:36:01.203Z

Still no movement on Switch 2 exclusives, I'm afraid

2025-11-28T08:14:59.604Z

Good morning! Our live blog is ramping back up now, and will be with you all day. I'll start by going through some of our favorite deals of the week to see if anything's changed (for the better, fingers crossed) and will also keep an eye out for new discounts worth flagging.

2025-11-28T00:00:50.692Z

This is the lowest price I've seen on an RTX 5070 Razer Blade

Side view of Razer Blade 14 laptop with lid open on a wooden desk

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Razer's thinnest gaming laptop to date is seeing some of its lowest prices this Black Friday. The Blade 14 has been on sale for around a month now, but I've never seen it down to this week's $1,699.99 sales price before. That's for an RTX 5070 number (an RTX 5060 is even cheaper) with the full OLED display works included.

You'll find cheaper RTX 5070 rigs on the shelves this Black Friday but this is a Razer machine, there's always a little brand tax added on. It's not without merit, these are some of the highest quality chassis' on the market, and that panel is up there with the best of them as well. If you're going for style and portability this is well worth an investment.

Razer Blade 14 (RTX 5070) | $2,699.99 $1,699.99 at Razer

2025-11-27T23:40:00.368Z

Borderlands 4 just ran out of stock at Amazon

2025-11-27T23:17:00.224Z

Still nothing from Woot

Now that is strange. Normally this is the place to be for video game deals, in particular across Nintendo Switch titles but these shelves are barren this Black Friday. Well, you'll find some random gadgets up for grabs, but nothing we've vetted at particularly interesting prices. I'm holding out hope for the weekend, though. After all, this is the store previously offering some of the first discounts on Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World just last week.

2025-11-27T22:35:00.557Z

This is still an expensive keyboard, but it used to be way more expensive

Close up on keys and volume controls of Asus ROG Falcata gaming keyboard

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The Asus ROG Falcata is a split-design Hall effect wireless keyboard; translation, a very expensive one. I love it, but at launch I couldn't quite justify that $419.99 MSRP enough to truly recommend it to anyone who didn't already have their heart set on picking up the best magnetic switches I've used so far.

That might still be true today, but this $140 discount is certainly bringing far more players into the fray. The Falcata is down to $279.99 at Best Buy for Black Friday, $100 cheaper than I've ever seen it before.

Asus ROG Falcata | $419.99 $279.99 at Best Buy

2025-11-27T22:01:10.301Z

$500 off one of Duncan's favorite PCs

The NZXT Player Three RTX 5080 Edition with blue lighting

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It's the cooling inside the NZXT Player Three that's earned it a spot in Duncan's top gaming PC recommendations list. Now an RTX 5080 configuration of this premium rig is down to $2,649 at the brand's own store. That's a little more expensive than generic brands you'll find on Newegg, but if you're after a prebuilt system and you want to make sure you're getting a solid configuration it's a safe bet.

NZXT Player Three | $3,149 $2,649 at NZXT

2025-11-27T21:34:32.308Z

A $300 discount on a Samsung OLED panel

Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 monitor on woodgrain desk with Overwatch 2 character screen displayed and Pharah selected.

(Image credit: Future / Phil Hayton)

This is the best 1440p gaming monitor Phil has tested so far, offering a vibrancy and color contrast you'll usually find on far more expensive panels. That's going off MSRP, right now the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 is $300 off.

This is the first time I've seen this 27-inch model drop below $500 - you're normally looking at a $530 sales price on this model, and that's on a good day. If you're in the market for a new screen and don't need to move up to 4K, this is our top pick right now.

Samsung 27-inch Odyssey OLED G6 monitor | $799.99 $499.99 at Amazon

2025-11-27T21:01:43.203Z

The best value PC controller Duncan's tested just got cheaper

The GameSir Cyclone 2 being held by a reviewer

(Image credit: Future / Duncan Robertson)

The GameSir Cyclone 2 comes with TMR thumbsticks, plenty of extra buttons, a sturdy wireless connection, and a charging dock in the box. It does all that for less than $60 and that's on a bad day. Today's not a bad day, Black Friday deals are dropping that $59.99 MSRP down to $43.69 at Walmart right now, scoring you the best value gamepad in Duncan's roster for a record-low price.

This one's primarily for PC players, but Nintendo fans will also be glad to know it's certified for the Nintendo Switch 2 as well. That's not as easy to find as you might think.

GameSir Cyclone 2 | $59.99 $43.69 at Walmart

2025-11-27T20:27:15.371Z

This Kirby deal is already running out of stock

Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe

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Since I first found it, stock on this Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe deal has started to run thin. Amazon is now completely out of the $30 title, but Walmart has come to the rescue. You'll still find this $30 discount alive and well, but things could move fast.

Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe | $59.99 $30 at Walmart

2025-11-27T20:03:38.804Z

Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition is a must-see I reckon

Alan Wake 2 trailer

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If you haven't played Alan Wake 2 yet you must have been stuck in the Dark Place. Helpfully, especially if you missed it on PS Plus last month, the Deluxe Edition is on sale for a record-low price this Black Friday. You'll find the bumper pack (with Night Springs and Lake House expansions) available for $39.87 at Amazon right now, $20 off its $59.99 MSRP. I'm just about to finish my first playthrough and it's an easy recommendation from where I'm sitting.

Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition | $59.99 $39.87 at Amazon

2025-11-27T19:30:02.305Z

Top Tip: Don't take flash sales for granted

2025-11-27T19:08:03.744Z

Retailer Spotlight: Best Buy

Best Buy external storefront

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While typically slightly more expensive than Amazon and Walmart year-round, when Best Buy does discount a product it sometimes undercuts both competitors - especially when it comes to gaming laptops and PCs.

In fact, I use Best Buy to find the highest value gaming laptop deals regularly - the store seems to have a much more focused selection of newer models, with no strange configurations and dodgy price tags. Amazon and Walmart are a little wild in this arena, so it's always best to stick with Best Buy's more curated shelves unless you've been following the price of a machine for a while.

Best Buy does sometimes go harder on game deals than Amazon and Walmart, and that's certainly true in 2025. Not only am I seeing lower prices here generally, but stock is holding out a little longer. Elsewhere, it's often found price matching with Amazon for items like gaming headsets, keyboards, mice, and controllers - sometimes with extra subscriptions thrown in for free.

Like Amazon Prime, Best Buy's Plus members can also access exclusive discounts or additional savings on a range of products - as well as extra tech support.

2025-11-27T18:34:45.327Z

Let's talk about the DualSense Edge

DualSense Edge vs Victrix Pro BFG header image

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The DualSense Edge is on sale for $169.99 right now, a solid discount by itself but there's one problem. It was $159.99 this time last week. That means this isn't necessarily one I'd jump on straight away - even though we rarely see any discounts on Sony's pro gamepad. Instead, I'd either wait and see what it does tomorrow or, even better, opt for the Victrix Pro BFG.

You're spending less than $100 on PDP's competitor, and still grabbing a controller Duncan rates higher than the DualSense Edge.

DualSense Edge | $199.99 $169.99 at Amazon

Victrix Pro BFG | $199.99 $99.99 at Amazon

2025-11-27T18:13:44.317Z

A wireless Xbox Series X headset under $100

Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3 headset leaning against packaging on a wooden desk

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Just a couple of years ago that would have been pretty difficult to find, outside of Microsoft's own device. However, the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 remains one of the best sets of cups we've tested this year so far, and it just so happens to be at its lowest price yet. The $109.99 device doesn't try anything fancy, but does deliver on quality and ease of us - if you're after a mid-range headset you don't need much more than that.

You'll find a $20 discount dropping that MSRP down to $88.99 at Amazon this Black Friday, a smaller saving but a particularly tasty one nonetheless.

Turtle Beach Stealth 600 | $109.99 $88 at Amazon

2025-11-27T17:48:31.376Z

This OG Switch game was at the top of my shopping list this Black Friday

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door

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Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door is one of Mario's best adventures according to us GamesRadar+ folk, and it's been at the top of my shopping list since I finished The Origami King. Best Buy has a tempting offer for all of us this Black Friday; $30 off the cart.

You'll find it available for just $29.99 right now. That's a rare price low - these games often cap out at around $50 during day to day sales.

Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door | $59.99 $29.99 at Best Buy

2025-11-27T17:28:08.537Z

My go-to Logitech gaming mouse at its lowest price yet

Close up on main click buttons of Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 DEX

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I'll come out and say it. I've never really got on with Logitech gaming mice. Their flat, straight designs always feel just a little too rigid and uncomfortable in my hands, despite feeling great at the same time. That's why the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 DEX is my go-to. It keeps those super crispy clicks and that high-end sensor the range is known for, but adds an ergonomic groove to the flank that suits me perfectly.

It's the best Logitech pointer I've tested so far, so I was buzzed to see it back at a record-low price. You'll find this flagship available for just $129.99 at Amazon right now - that's only the second time I've seen such a discount.

Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 DEX | $179.99 $129.99 at Amazon

2025-11-27T17:00:24.773Z

Top Tip: Check for bundles

I mentioned earlier that retailers often want to undercut each other in price over Black Friday - well, when a store can't compete on price alone it has another trick up its sleeve. Some products, most often PCs, laptops, tablets, and peripheral accessories, will sometimes come bundled with free subscriptions to sweeten the deal. Best Buy often adds free Apple services or anti-virus packages. Newegg regularly throws in free games, sometimes measuring up to a considerable value.

2025-11-27T16:40:07.247Z

Borderlands 4 is holding onto its record-low price

Borderlands 4 screenshot showing a psycho holding a fiery weapon

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Borderlands 4 is still holding firm at its lowest price ever at Amazon. This $47.99 sales price appeared after a brief skirmish with Walmart earlier in the month. Both stores were undercutting each other by a few bucks, but it looks like the latter has fallen out of the race now.

This is the discount you've been waiting for if you're a fan of the classics but didn't want to dive in with that $69.99 day one price. Is it the most profound game of 2025? No. Is it a hell of a good time? Yep.

Borderlands 4 | $69.99 $47.99 at Amazon

This is my favorite gaming laptop, and it's $560 off

HP Omen Max 16 gaming laptop on a wooden desk with RGB lighting on

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The HP Omen Max 16 is the best rig I've tested in 2025, with benchmarks that outperformed other models in its form factor and a design that remains crisp, vibrant, and slick in any setting I tried. This is the first gaming laptop I recommend to anyone asking for advice, and its RTX 5080 OLED configuration is down to just $2,599.99 right now.

HP Omen Max 16 RTX 5080 gaming laptop | $3,159.99 $2,599.99 at Best Buy

This cheap gaming mouse isn't in my best list, but only because I was waiting for this discount

Hand using the SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 in a claw grip on a wooden desk

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The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 feels great in the hand, runs for ages, and keeps up with value for its more affordable sensor. The only issue comes from other mice. This rodent launched at $59.99 earlier this year, only $10 less than the Keychron M7 8K with its superior specs. That kept it out of my top recommendations for most of the year.

I said it in my review and I'll say it now, this is a dark horse when it's on sale. Yes, you'll need to contend with replaceable battery power, but for $40.79 this is a fantastic wireless gaming mouse. Amazon has the best price I've seen so far on this pointer for Black Friday.

SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 | $59.99 $40.79 at Amazon

2025-11-27T15:40:52.692Z

Price checking is so much more important on Black Friday

This is an incredibly competitive sale and retailers want to undercut each other left and right on Black Friday. That's why it's so important to price check before heading to checkout. I'm making sure each offer featured above is pointing you straight to the lowest price on the web, but have included other retailer links so that you can check for yourself. If you're going it alone this week, though, it's well worth shopping around before committing.

2025-11-27T15:25:27.552Z

Silent Hill 2 is cheaper than ever

Silent Hill 2 Remake screenshot

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Silent Hill 2 Remake is one of the best horror titles GamesRadar+ has fought through in recent memory, and it's no stranger to discounts either. Originally launching at $69.99, this survival classic has been on sale for around $40 for the last couple of months, but has just dipped down to a new record-low of $29.99.

Silent Hill 2 Remake | $49.99 $29.99 at Amazon

2025-11-27T15:08:19.027Z

This might be the headset most players should grab this Black Friday

Photo by Rosalie Newcombe of the Arctis Nova 5 sitting next to the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless headset.

(Image credit: Future/Rosalie Newcombe)

Rosalie raves about the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X, and having reviewed the Arctis Nova 5 I can see why. I loved that headset, and all 300+ of its dedicated EQ presets, and the Nova 3 is essentially a newer, cheaper version. You're getting the sophisticated audio we've come to expect from this brand (the Pro model is best set of cups I've tested so far) in a cheaper chassis.

This is a $20 discount on the more widely compatible model, so you're covered for Xbox, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. If you don't care about Xbox, though, the PlayStation version is $10 cheaper still.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X | $109.99 $89.99 at Amazon

2025-11-27T14:53:01.877Z

The cheapest OLED gaming monitor Phil recommends on the daily

27-inch KTC G27P6 OLED monitor on desk next to plant with Tomb Raider Trilogy gameplay on screen

(Image credit: Future / Phil Hayton)

The KTC G27P6 was already solid value at $579.99, but it's just taken a record breaking discount down to $449.99 in Amazon's Black Friday deals. You're getting this 27-inch panel for $20 less than I've ever seen it in previous sales.

It's a lesser known brand, but KTC actually uses an LG screen in this monitor. That means you're getting fantastic colors and a slick 240Hz refresh rate for a much lower price than you would a comparable Ultragear model. Yes, the HDR is a bit of a sacrifice, but Phil was still impressed with the overall offering.

KTC 27-inch OLED monitor | $579.99 $449.99 at Amazon

2025-11-27T14:36:19.039Z

I keep this sub-$30 controller on my desk at all times

EasySMX X10 controller on a black shelf with a plant next to it

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I feel like I'm shouting about this controller every Black Friday, but considering you're spending less than $30 it's excellent value. I grabbed the EasySMX X10 for its clicky mechanical face buttons (just one look at Razer's prices for the same feature will explain why), but it's quickly become my go-to for all my PC gaming.

It's also compatible with the original Nintendo Switch (there's rumblings about it working with Switch 2, but I haven't been able to get it up and running), but I've found it can struggle when too far away from its receiver. This is a controller best positioned at your desk, then.

EasySMX X10 | $49.99 $26.79 at Amazon

2025-11-27T14:19:37.651Z

Let's get some more Switch accessories going

Hori Split Pad Pro controllers on Nintendo Switch OLED playing Pokemon

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Two of the best accessories I ever bought for my OG Nintendo Switch are on sale for Black Friday this year; the Razer Barracuda X and Hori Split Pad Pro. If you're giving your handheld a new lease of life while waiting for the Switch 2 to drop its price, this is where I'd start.

Straight off that Barracuda X headset offers fantastic audio for its price point, as well as a no-fuss wireless connection, sleek subtle design and a sturdy build quality. You're getting it for $5 cheaper than I usually see it during major sales events as well, at $64.

Next up we've got a Joy-Con alternative that made my Switch OLED feel all the more comfortable and kept my inputs precise and accurate. That's because the Hori Split Pad Pro offers a much chunkier set of grips and a larger control scheme. You do drop rumble, which I missed in Pokemon Legends Arceus, but this is still fantastic value.

Hori Split Pad Pro (Pikachu / Charizard) | $59.99 $39.99 at Best Buy

Razer Barracuda X | $99.99 $64 at Amazon

2025-11-27T14:03:06.636Z

There's plenty more where that came from

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1Escape from Tarkov review: "An extraction shooter that will make you truly miserable if you let it, but can offer dizzying highs you won't find elsewhere"
2Fans think this is the best strategy board game ever made, and I have to admit that they've got a point
3Constance review: "If Hollow Knight: Silksong seems too daunting, this wonderful paint powered adventure should do nicely"
4This enthralling team board game is perfect for playing with family this Thanksgiving
5Kirby Air Riders review: "This racer is also equal parts fighting game, minigame collection, and roguelike – and I'm shocked at how well that works"

1Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery review: "Brings Knives Out back to its roots for a sequel that's almost on a par with the original"
2Wicked: For Good review: "Builds to an incredibly cathartic conclusion, but isn't quite as captivating as Part 1"
3The Running Man review: "Some fun action and Glen Powell's star power aren't enough to energize this disappointing Stephen King adaptation"
4Predator: Badlands review: "Die-hard fans may be disappointed, but as a blockbuster action-adventure, Badlands kills it"
5Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc review "Storytelling just as compelling as the chainsaws, devils, and visually excessive fight scenes"

1Stranger Things season 5 volume 1 review: “Can the Duffer brothers stick the landing? It’s sure looking like they will”
2Pluribus season 1 review: "Easily one of the year's best dramas"
3The Witcher season 4 review: "The Henry Cavill-less fourth season is the best yet"
4IT: Welcome to Derry review: "A supremely confident step back into the history of Stephen King's cursed town and killer clown"
5Splinter Cell: Deathwatch review: "A pale imitation of the long-dormant stealth franchise"

These are the best Black Friday deals for gamers in 2025: PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PC discounts tested, verified, and vetted by a deals expert

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Save $20 on Little Nightmares 3

A quick reminder to check Steam

Elden Ring Nightreign is down to $25

Silent Hill F is already 30% off

Still no movement on Switch 2 exclusives, I'm afraid

This is the lowest price I've seen on an RTX 5070 Razer Blade

Borderlands 4 just ran out of stock at Amazon

Still nothing from Woot

This is still an expensive keyboard, but it used to be way more expensive

$500 off one of Duncan's favorite PCs

A $300 discount on a Samsung OLED panel

The best value PC controller Duncan's tested just got cheaper

This Kirby deal is already running out of stock

Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition is a must-see I reckon

Top Tip: Don't take flash sales for granted

Let's talk about the DualSense Edge

A wireless Xbox Series X headset under $100

This OG Switch game was at the top of my shopping list this Black Friday

My go-to Logitech gaming mouse at its lowest price yet

Top Tip: Check for bundles

Borderlands 4 is holding onto its record-low price

This is my favorite gaming laptop, and it's $560 off

This cheap gaming mouse isn't in my best list, but only because I was waiting for this discount

Price checking is so much more important on Black Friday

Silent Hill 2 is cheaper than ever

This might be the headset most players should grab this Black Friday

The cheapest OLED gaming monitor Phil recommends on the daily

I keep this sub-$30 controller on my desk at all times

Let's get some more Switch accessories going

There's plenty more where that came from

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