Cyber Monday is here and there are plenty of fantastic bargains on games and gaming gear across every major platform. Big retailers like Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart have cut prices across a range of Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 consoles and accessories. You’ll even find big discounts on gear like the PlayStation Portal. While you’re at it, you can also pick up solid deals on PC peripherals and other gaming extras. Lock in the best prices now before the weekend rush clears out the best picks.
CNET’s experts are tracking the latest offers and we’ll update this list whenever a standout Cyber Monday bargain appears, so don’t forget to check back often.
Best Cyber Monday gaming console deals
Microsoft Xbox One S console: $185
It’s not a huge discount, but considering that Xbox gaming consoles don’t tend to go on sale often, any savings are a win if you’re in the market. This price gets you the Series S console, a wireless controller and 1TB of storage.
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MetaQuest 3S 128GB VR gaming headset with Batman: Arkham Shadow: $249
Our reviewer Scott Stein called this one of the best VR headsets around, especially as a budget option, sitting around $300. Currently, Walmart has knocked $50 off the price, making it a good time to snag one ahead of the holidays. This one comes with Batman: Arkham Shadow and a three-month trial of Meta Horizon Plus.
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PlayStation 5 slim console (digital edition): $400
Best Buy is offering $100 off the slim PS5 right now, and Amazon has it for $101 off. At this price, you get the digital edition of the slim gaming console, a wireless controller and 1TB of storage. Plus, Best Buy has a trade-in program where you can potentially save hundreds off.
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PlayStation 5 slim console: $400 (save $100). If you’re looking for the PS5 that can also take physical games, it’s also on sale for $100 off at Best Buy. The trade-in program can save you up to $400, depending on what you’re swapping.
Playground interactive family game system: $200 (save $50). This little gaming console encourages physical games and active play during screen time. Comes with five free games.
Legion Go S 8-inch handheld gaming console: $450 (save $200). A vibrant 8-inch screen, ergonomic design and 120Hz refresh rate make this handy little device a delight to play during your daily commute or long plane trips.
PlayStation 5 gold limited edition Ghost of Yōtei bundle: $500 (save $100). Not only do you get the latest PlayStation along with a superb game, but you can also take advantage of Best Buy’s trade-in program to save up to $400.
Best Cyber Monday gaming PC and laptop deals
HP Victus 15.6-inch gaming laptop: $579
Walmart slashed the price of this fast gaming laptop, bringing higher-end performance to a midrange price. You get an Intel Core i5-13420H processor and 16GB of RAM, with 10 hours of battery life.
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Asus ROG Strix G16: $1,424
This 16-inch gaming laptop has 16GB of RAM and a GeForce RTX 5060 along with a 1TB SSD. It’s not top-end, but it’s a very solid choice for pretty much everyone who wants to game on the go and still enjoy solid specs.
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Alienware Aurora gaming PC: $1,450
CNET’s Lori Grunin called the Alienware Aurora
Cyber Monday Is Here and We’ve Found Some Amazing PlayStation, Xbox and Switch Deals
