Cyber Monday Xbox deals 2024: Are big savings on the way?
Cyber Monday Xbox deals are on their way, should you wait for them?
Cyber Monday Xbox deals are waiting in the wings now, and regardless of whether you're a long-term Xbox player, a PS5 owner looking for a second console, or a casual hobbyist looking to stock up on the cheapest games this November, there will be something for you. Black Friday deals have started to appear early, and even before the event has started officially, there's lots on offer. Should stock hold, most deals will likely carry over.
Cyber Monday gaming deals are almost the exact same as Black Friday ones now since both events happen virtually. For that reason, it can be hard to justify a wait solely for Cyber Monday, although we do sometimes see specific offers saved for it. The other issue to contend with is stock shortages since wells can be run dry by the time Black Friday is done. Still, Cyber Monday brings the goods, and we're here to keep track of all the best deals as we do every year. We've just had new versions of the Xbox Series X and S launch to the masses, and that could mean great things for pre-existing consoles when we get to Cyber Monday.
No matter what part of the Xbox ecosystem you're planning on shopping for, this will be the place to be. For now, we've summed up some expectations for Cyber Monday Xbox deals and tried to answer some frequently asked questions. At the bottom of this page, you'll see a list of Cyber Monday deals from 2023 that have been frozen in time. Use those as a guide for what might be on offer this year, and how much you should budget for.
FAQ
When will Cyber Monday Xbox deals start?
Cyber Monday will fall on December 2 this year, which means you still have loads of time to prepare and save up for the gaming hardware you want. That said, we wouldn't necessarily recommend waiting only for Cyber Monday deals, since Black Friday is essentially the exact same thing these days. Early Black Friday offers start to emerge a week or two before that event officially starts, so it might be worth checking for those. If you need something sooner, October's Prime Day event might be worth watching as well.
Where will the best Xbox Series X Cyber Monday deals be?
Stay tuned, because we'll be bringing you all the best Cyber Monday Xbox deals right here. However, if you're going it alone we'd recommend checking out the retailers listed below for first dibs on some of the best sales of the year.
US
Amazon: regular discounts on big brands and budget accessories
Best Buy: frequent Game Pass bundles with headsets and controllers
CDKeys: save on Xbox One and Xbox Series X digital downloads
Microsoft: regular accessory and game sales and All Access options
Newegg: best for renewed or budget items
Walmart: low prices on accessories, games, and services
UK
Amazon: often price matches other shops on games and accessories
Argos: accessory bundles regularly available
CDKeys: low prices on digital Xbox One and Series X games
Currys: Game Pass often included in stock drop bundles
Microsoft: often holds sitewide discounts during larger sales
Very: larger console bundles often stay in stock longer
What to expect from Cyber Monday Xbox deals in 2024
In terms of Xbox consoles this Cyber Monday, you have more than ever to choose between. There's the new special edition Series X which comes with a 2TB SSD, but there's also the original version, and a sleek all-white model too. The Series S has three versions now too, including options with a 1TB SSD. Bundles have been lacking this year, and it remains to be seen if Xbox has an answer to Sony's PS5 Pro announcement. Regardless, we always see Xbox Series X and S discounts during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so if you're waiting to expand your console collection, it's worth waiting to see what discounts could be had.
Regardless of the consoles, Black Friday and Cyber Monday let you get the year's biggest games for a bit cheaper, provided they didn't release within a month or two of the event. We saw some promising game discounts during Prime Day in the summer this year, so if you're rocking a Series X that can take physical media, you might be in with some luck. Of course, the question on lots of minds will be about the $1 Game Pass trial we've seen return a few times this generation. To be honest, I have doubts about this being a Black Friday/Cyber Monday special this year, given the reports that Game Pass is struggling to make money at the moment. With Microsoft lagging so far behind Sony this generation, I think we might see a more limited Game Pass offering this deal season.
Which leaves accessories to discuss. Controller deals will definitely be a thing this Cyber Monday, and they'll be worth keeping an eye on if you want to grab a new spare or even a more competitive pro gamepad. We've had lots of great new controllers released for Xbox platforms this year. Combined with the pantheon of Xbox One and existing Series X and S controllers that we already know and love, there will be plenty of choice. Headsets and storage options will be up for grabs too, most likely at some of their best prices of the year. Then again, Black Friday may see better deals, and we'd recommend you watch out for those to make sure you don't miss out.
Below, you can see a list of the best Cyber Monday Xbox deals from 2023, which we've kept on ice since last November. These may give you an idea of what you'll need to spend when the discounts arrive, as well as what could go on offer.
Last year's best deals in the US
Xbox Series X Assassin's Creed Valhalla Bundle | $539.98 $489.98 at Best Buy
Save $50 - If you're in the market for a new Xbox Series X, this deal at Best Buy paired with Assassin's Creed Valhalla is a great option. Not only does it have a big saving, but you'll also get a fun game included.
Buy it if:
✅ You want to get stuck into Diablo IV
✅ You don't care about Game Pass
Don't buy it if:
❌ You won't play physical games
Price check: Walmart $539.98
Xbox Series S 1TB | $349.99 $299.99 at Dell
Save $50 - This might be the cheapest we've ever seen the 1TB XSX console without it being a second-hand purchase. That means not only is this a solid Xbox Cyber Monday deal, it's a brilliant offer any day of the year.
Buy it if:
✅ You'll be playing mostly digital or Game Pass titles
✅ You've been waiting to upgrade from last-gen
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want to play and collect hard-copy media
Price check: Amazon: OOS | Best Buy $349
Xbox Series X Diablo IV Bundle | $559.99 $439.99 at Walmart
Save $120 - Not only are you saving $60 on the price of the Xbox Series X console itself, but you're also grabbing a free copy of Diablo IV with this bundle offer. That's excellent value all in and the best way to buy today.
Buy it if:
✅ You want to get stuck into Diablo IV
✅ You don't care about Game Pass
Don't buy it if:
❌ You won't play physical games
Price check: Amazon: OOS | Best Buy $449
Xbox Series S Gilded Hunter bundle | $299 $269.00 at Walmart
Save $30 - The Gilded Hunter bundle offers free add-ons for Fortnite, Fall Guys, and Rocket League. The standard price of the console in the US is $299.99, and although these games are free, you are getting the in-game extras for no extra cost.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a Game Pass machine as cheap as they come
✅ You want to play those three free games
Don't buy it if:
❌ You will want to play physical discs
Price check: Amazon OOS | Best Buy OOS
Xbox Series S + 3 months of Game Pass | $299.99 $249.99 at Walmart
Save $50 - Now that Amazon is out of stock on this deal, Walmart is leading the pack when it comes to the best price on an Xbox Series S right now. You're getting three months of Game Pass with a $50 discount on the console itself here.
Buy it if:
✅ You want your first three months of Game Pass free
✅ You are happy with limited storage for the time being
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't use Game Pass
Price check: Best Buy: $249.99 | Amazon OOS
Xbox Series S | $299.99 $249.99 at Walmart
Save $50 - This Cyber Monday deal is an affordable way to get yourself stuck into the vast library of Xbox games. The Xbox Series S is a great console, and this deal is the lowest we've seen it. Act quick though, this one keeps going out of stock.
Buy it if:
✅ You want an affordable games console that can play the latest games
✅ You don't have the time and budget for a PS5 or full-fat Xbox Series X
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want something with a disc drive
Price check: Best Buy $249.99
Xbox Series S (Geek Squad Certified Refurbished) | $299.99 $224.99 at Best Buy
Save $75 - If you're on a budget, why not go for an open box Series S this Cyber Monday? This one is Geek Squad certified so shouldn't have any issues for the lower price, just savings.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a Game Pass machine as cheap as they come
✅ You don't mind a refurbished console
Don't buy it if:
❌ You will want to play physical discs
Price check: Amazon $318 | Microsoft from $249.99 (with wait times due to high demand)
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3 months | Mystery Starfield Collectable | $44.99 at Best Buy
You can still claim a free Starfield collectable with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions at Best Buy this weekend. This offer has stuck around for weeks now, but it's still a solid pick for fans of the game.
Buy it if:
✅ The Game Pass library suits your playstyle
✅ You enjoyed Starfield
✅ You want to top up your membership months
Don't buy it if:
❌ There's nothing you want to play on Game Pass
Price Check: Amazon: $44.99 (no stickers) | Walmart: $44.07 (no stickers)
Xbox $50 gift card | $50 $45 at Amazon
Save $5 - If you've been looking for an Xbox gift card, this one is a no brainer. You can pick it up for $5 less if you're looking for a $50 option.
Buy it if:
✅ You're already buying something on the Xbox store ✅ You're buying a gift
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't download games
Price Check: Walmart $55 | Best Buy $50
Turtle Beach Recon Controller | $59.95 $29.95 at Best Buy
Save $30 - The Turtle Beach Recon Controller is now back to its record low price at Best Buy, after previously having only ever dropped to $39.99 in the past (a saving we've only seen over Black Friday last year). Considering you're getting pro features like remappable buttons and extra audio controls, that's excellent value.
Buy it if:
✅ You'll use the extra buttons
✅ You want extra grip on your controller
✅ You play Xbox in a smaller space or on PC
Don't buy it if:
❌ A wireless connection is a priority
Price Check: Amazon: $29.95 | Walmart: $44.95
Microsoft Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller | $129.99 $95.93 at Walmart
Save $34 - This is a record low price on one of the best Xbox controllers on the market. We've never seen it drop this low before, and it's been sitting around the $100 mark since the start of October.
Buy it if:
✅ You want one of the best pro controllers going
✅ You want absurd battery life
Don't buy it if:
❌ You won't make use of pro features
Price Check: Amazon: OOS
PowerA Advantage Controller with Lumectra | $44.99 $34.99 at Amazon
Save $10 - You can get a nice little saving this Cyber Monday with this PowerA controller. It's the updated version, which contains its own internal lighting too.
Buy it if:
✅ You want two back buttons
✅ You're shopping for RGB lighting too
Don't buy it if:
❌ You need more than two back buttons
Price check: Best Buy $42.99
Elite Series 2 Complete Component Pack | $49.99 $43.99 at Amazon
Save $6 - This may not be a huge discount, but it's not often we see the official component pack for the Elite Series 2 go on offer. This pack contains back paddles, thumbstick options, a 4-way D-Pad, a carry case, and a charging stand, all for less this Cyber Monday.
Buy it if:
✅ You want back paddles and thumbstick options
✅ You want to take your controller on the go
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're happy with no back buttons and attachments
Price check: Best Buy $59.99
WD Black C50 | $149.99 $124.98 at Amazon
Save $25 - This WDBlack C50 card offers 1TB of expanded playing space for just a little less than the Seagate alternative - and it's down to a record low price right now.
Buy it if:
✅ You want to Quick Resume games from an expanded drive
✅ You want the best value for money in a 1TB deal
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want 2TB
❌ You don't mind a cheaper external drive
Price check: Best Buy $124.99 | Walmart $124.99
Seagate Expansion Card 2TB for Xbox Series X and S | $279.99 $229.99 at Amazon
Save $50 - If you're looking for a continuation of Xbox's speedy internal storage beyond 1TB, then this Official Seagate Expansion card is the best pick. With this Cyber Monday discount too, it's looking like a great saving.
Buy it if:
✅ You want to Quick Resume games
✅ You want more than 2TB
Don't buy it if:
❌ You only need 1TB
Price check: Walmart 2TB OOS | Best Buy $229.99
Thrustmaster T248X | $399.99 $313 at Amazon
Save $86 - The price for this racing wheel keeps fluctuating, but at over an $80 discount, you're still pocketing huge savings. Packed with powerful force feedback and wide support in Xbox games, this is a great addition to any setup.
Buy it if:
✅ You want a racing wheel for your Xbox games
✅ You want powerful force feedback
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't have a desk or table to mount it on
Price Check: Best Buy $313.99 | Newegg $399.99
Hogwarts Legacy | $69.99 $42.49 at Walmart
Save $29.99 - Hogwarts Legacy was one of the year's biggest games, meaning this is a pretty great saving if you've been tracking the game for a while. This Cyber Monday discount gives you almost $30 off. Although, beware, this is the physical version.
Buy it if:
✅ You want an open-world RPG to play
✅ You're a Harry Potter fan
Don't buy it if:
❌ You have a Series S
Price check: Amazon OOS | Best Buy $69.99
Starfield Standard Edition - Xbox Series X | $69.99 $54.99 at Best Buy
Save $15 - While it's not a huge discount, if you've been waiting for the price to drop on Starfield, it may be a good time to buy. One of 2023's most impressive new releases, this is the lowest we've seen this price.
Buy it if:
✅ You haven't yet played Bethesda's latest
✅ You want a physical version of the game
Don't buy it if:
❌ You have a Series S
Price check: Amazon $54.99 | Walmart $69.89
F1 23 Standard Edition | $69.99 $34.99 at Best Buy Save $35 - If you've been waiting until Cyber Monday to get your hands on the newly launched F1 23, then you're in luck. Best Buy has a big discount on this racing sim, and if you pair it with some racing wheels we've also seen on discount, you could transform your playing experience.
Buy it if:
✅ You like racing sims
✅ You're an F1 fan
Don't buy it if:
❌ You prefer more casual driving games
Price check: Amazon OOS | Walmart $50.99
Read Dead Redemption 2 | $59.99 $15 at Walmart Save $45 - This is a great deal for Rockstar's sprawling RPG set towards the end of the Wild West era. This is a digital copy, but if you don't have Game Pass, this could be a great option this Cyber Monday.
Buy it if:
✅ You still haven't played it
✅ You enjoyed the original
Don't buy it if:
❌ You have Game Pass
Price Check: Amazon $23.99 | Best Buy $19.99
Sonic Superstars - Xbox Series X | $59.99 $34.99 at Amazon
Save $25 - Another brand new game is on sale for Cyber Monday as Sonic Superstars gets a $25 discount. Our review called it "a modern version of the Genesis classics" so this could be a great choice if you're after some nostalgia.
Buy it if:
✅ You're a fan of the original Sonic games
✅ You have Xbox Series X or Xbox One.
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't download games
Price Check: Walmart $59.88 | Best Buy $39.99
NBA 2K24 Kobe Bryant edition | $69.99 $34.99 at Best Buy
Save $35 - Best Buy are cutting loads of sports titles this Cyber Monday, including NBA 2K24. The dev team's knack for recreating historical teams and moments are in full effect again with the Kobe-centric Mamba Moments to play through.
Buy it if:
✅ You want to shoot some (virtual) hoops
✅ You want to relive some of Kobe Bryant's greatest games
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're not obsessed with basketball
Star Wars Jedi Survivor | $69.99 $34.99 at Best Buy
Save $40 - One of 2023's biggest game releases is now available on discount for Cyber Monday. We've found the physical version for $34.99 at Walmart, which is the biggest price drop we've seen.
Buy it if:
✅ You have a Series X
✅ You like souls-like games
Don't buy it if:
❌ You weren't a fan of the first game
❌ You have an Xbox Series S
Price check: Walmart $61.59 (digital version) | Amazon $36.76 (physical version)
FC 24 | $69.99 $29.99 at Best Buy
Save $40 - If you've been waiting for the sales for the latest football release, then you're in luck. This is a great saving on EA Sport's FC 2024 and given that it only came out a matter of months ago, this is a notable price reduction.
Buy it if:
✅ You miss FIFA
✅ You're a soccer fan
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're an EA Play Pro member
Price Check: Amazon OOS| Best Buy $34.97
Last year's best deals in the UK
Xbox Series X Diablo IV Bundle | £489.99 £389 at Amazon
Save £100 - £100 off an Xbox Series X, with free Diablo IV? That's a fantastic holiday offer rolling through to Cyber Monday Xbox deals. We gave Blizzard's action rpg full marks in our Diablo 4 review, and this is a great way to experience it and save yourself a pretty penny.
Buy it if:
✅ You want to play Diablo 4
✅ You don't want Game Pass
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're after a physical copy of the game
Price check: Very £389 | Argos £409.99
Xbox Series X + Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 | £479.99 £399 at Currys
Save £80 - Getting a Series X on the cheap is not all that common, but getting a brand new game that happens to be one of the biggest releases of the year thrown in as part of that discount is even better. Don't wait around for this one because it's sure to fly off the shelves.
Buy it if:
✅ You're in the market for an Xbox and COD
✅ You want to play with friends using cross-play
Don't buy it if:
❌ You aren't a fan of First Person Shooters
Xbox Series S + EA FC24 | £314.99 £274.99 at Very
Save £40 - If you've been looking to get your hands on a Series S, this bundle gets you the brand new EA Sports FC24 along with the console for a reasonable price tag.
Buy it if:
✅ You want great value for money
✅ You're interested in playing Game Pass games
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want the beefiest tech specs for Xbox games
Price check: Amazon OOS| EE £309
Xbox Series X/S controller | £54.99 £39.99 at Argos
Save £15 - If you're all about the official controller you can save £15 on Microsoft's gamepads at Amazon right now. There's also various different colorways to choose from, including more recent additions such as Astral Purple, Deep Pink, and Velocity Green.
Buy it if:
✅ You need an additional or replacement controller for your setup
✅ You want the best Xbox controller
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're after a controller with more features
Price Check: Amazon OOS | Microsoft £39.99 (white and black)
Xbox Series S – Starter Bundle + 3 Months of Game Pass Ultimate | £249.99 £189 at Amazon
Save £60.99 - If you're looking for the cheapest possible entry point for the Xbox Series S, Amazon has you covered. This Cyber Monday, they've discounted it by just over £60 with 3 months of Game Pass Ultimate included.
Buy it if:
✅ You want great value for money
✅ You don't need disc space
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't like downloading games
PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller | £37.99 £26.30 at Amazon
Save £3 - This doesn't have the newer Spectra Infinity lighting and doesn't come with a reel of RGB in the box you can control with the gamepad (The new Advantage controller is a bit nuts) but this is the cheapest we've ever seen it on Amazon. Lots of colors to choose from as well!
Buy it if:
✅ You want something with back buttons
✅ You want colors to choose from
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want RGB lighting - then go for one of PowerA's newer gamepads.
Xbox Elite Series 2 | £159.99 £150 at Amazon
Save £10 - While it's not a huge discount, this is one of the very best controllers on the market. If you're after the best of the best at a slightly lower price this Cyber Monday, then it's probably the best bargain you'll find.
Buy it if:
✅ You want one of the best pro controllers going
✅ You want absurd battery life and great back paddles and attachments
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't need back paddles and attachments
Price Check: Microsoft £149.99
Star Wars Jedi Survivor | £69.99 £29.99 at Currys
Save £40 - Star Wars Jedi Survivor is now down to its lowest price ever at Currys. Given this is one of the biggest (and best) games of the year, it's the perfect opportunity to revisit a galaxy far, far away this Cyber Monday.
Buy it if:
✅ You have a Series X
✅ You liked the first game
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't like Souls games
Price check: Argos: £31.99
Assassin's Creed Mirage | £49.99 £30.99 at Argos
Save £19 - Given that AC Mirage is still brand new, we're pleasantly surprised to find a hefty discount on it this Cyber Monday. This is pretty great news if you've been waiting for the price to drop - snap it up quick. ASDA did have it for slightly cheaper, but that's now out of stock.
Buy it if:
✅ You were a fan of the original AC games
✅ You like stealth games
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want a 100 hour+ RPG
Price check: Amazon £39.99 | ASDA OOS
Mortal Kombat 1 | £64.99 £29.99 at Amazon
Save £35 - For a brand-new game that's reviewed very well, this is a total steal. Mortal Kombat 1 is up there with the best entries in the franchise according to early adopters, so getting it a lot cheaper already is a real bargain.
Buy it if:
✅ You have an Xbox Series X
✅ You're waiting for the first discounts
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're grabbing a Series S deal
Price check: Very £49.99 | Argos £30.99
Want more offers on Xbox tech? Don't forget to check in with our guides to the best Cyber Monday PS5 deals and Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals as well. Of course, we'll also be rounding up all the best Cyber Monday gaming deals in November as well.
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