Black Friday Xbox controller deals will bring you more affordable prices on some of the best gamepads - right in time for Christmas too. This is an excellent time to grab an early present for the gamer in your life, or just finally go hands-on with the accessory you've been saving for. There have been some firecracker controllers released this year, and while not all of them will get discounts, we're expecting some of our favorites to drop in price for the event.
There are loads of Xbox controllers on the market, and it really feels like Xbox has increased the amount of officially licensed gamepads for its platform this year. We've been keeping a close eye out for the best Xbox Series X controllers in 2024. That means we know exactly which models will be offering up the best value in this year's Black Friday sale, but also how much you should be paying for them. The best thing to do if you know you'll be bargain-hunting is to work out what you'll use the controller for. Do you need something with back buttons? Do you want a colorful spare, or are you replacing an older model?
Down below, we've rounded up everything you need to know going into November's sales, and spotlighted the first few deals we've seen creeping through after Prime Day. We've tried to answer some frequently asked questions about when Black Friday will land, and what you should expect to see discounted. Keep scrolling, and you'll find a list of the best offers from 2023's Black Friday sales. Hopefully, these will give you an idea of prices to look forward to.
The best Xbox controller deals ahead of Black Friday
- Amazon: Loads of controllers at their best prices
- Best Buy: Controllers from Scuf, Microsoft, and PowerA
- Walmart: A variety of deals from different brands
- Microsoft: The best place for color selections
UK
- Amazon: First and third-party controllers cheaper than elsewhere
- Argos: Officially licensed controllers and accessories
- Very: Console and controller bundles
- GAME: Fraser Plus Price bargains for members
- Microsoft: Colour choices for official controllers
What to expect from Black Friday Xbox controller deals
Let's start from the top. The Elite Series 2 controller is always the one to look out for during sales events. Even as it gets older, it's still one of the best gamepads ever made, and it comfortably gives controllers that launched this year a run for their money. Its list price is still technically $179.99, but we see it discounted a lot more frequently these days its average price tends to be around the $150 mark in total.
The cheaper Elite Series 2 Core model saw prolonged discounts through October and November in 2023, making it a super affordable way to get hands-on with the Elite Series 2. If you buy the accessories pack, or indeed some third-party accessories for it, this could be the most affordable route into a superb controller. We had hoped that prolonged discounts in 2023 might have pointed at a new Elite Series controller coming soon, but we've had no word so far. As third-party officially licensed controllers on Xbox platforms continue to go from strength to strength, it could be worth focusing your budget on them instead.
Then, of course, there are the budget brands, which are as cheap as anything at the best of times. The GameSir G7 SE is excellent value, as are options from Turtle Beach, PowerA, and more. A few new options from these brands have hit the shelves in 2024, but our favorites list still includes the older models, and they'll be well worth spending some money on this November.
The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra Wireless could be a big one to watch in November. In my opinion, it's one of the very best Xbox controllers of all time, and as more gamepads with four back buttons have been released this year, it's becoming a bit overlooked and underrated. It's highly likely we'll see a solid discount on this pad come November, so keep an eye out for that.
Then there's the Victrix Pro BFG for Xbox, our latest favorite, and one that any competitive player should be keeping an eye on. Not only is there excellent performance here, but the versatility thanks to its modular design is stunning, and gives it lots of scope across so many gaming genres.
New to the race is the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro, which is a pretty recent release. It's a bit less likely this will see its first discount in November, but if you want what is likely the best controller Razer has ever produced, maybe wait to see how affordable it gets this Holiday swing.
Black Friday Xbox controller deals: FAQ
When will Black Friday Xbox controller deals start?
Black Friday Xbox controller deals will begin on November 29 in 2024. In the past couple of years, we've noticed offers beginning earlier and earlier, so for all of that Thanksgiving week, be on the lookout for controllers going cheap.
Where will the best Black Friday Xbox controller deals be?
We will be covering the best Black Friday Xbox controller deals right here as they come in. However, of course, we know who are the likely players in this game. The below retailers will be the ones to check out for all of this year's Black Friday gaming deals.
US:
Amazon: should always be your first stop for gaming peripherals
Best Buy: always has stock, regularly has discounts
GameStop: the gaming retailer has strong stock levels of all pads
Newegg: the PC-focused store has a decent variety of Xbox gear in stock
Walmart: store collection and masses of stock - a solid option
UK:
Amazon: remains the best starting point for gaming controllers
Very: regularly has great levels of choice for gaming peripherals
Currys: the place to go for a great variety of gaming tech and gear
Argos: sometimes offers same-day delivery on items and decent prices
John Lewis: might surprise us with stock and deals on the big day
Box: growing in stature as a retailer worth visiting for any gaming tech
Ebuyer: known for PC parts, but still offers a bunch of console gaming gear
Last year's best Black Friday Xbox controller deals in the US
Last year's best Xbox controller deals in the UK
If you're after more accessories we're also rounding up everything from this year's Black Friday gaming headset deals, as well as Black Friday Xbox Series X TV deals as well. If you're looking to use your controller with Windows, however, it's worth taking a look at the Black Friday gaming PC deals. Need something to test those buttons? Check out everything we are seeing in this year's Black Friday video game deals.
