It's not too late to get an Xbox Cyber Week 2023 deal
Black Friday 2023 and Cyber Monday may have come and gone, but there are still plenty of must-see Xbox deals to shop throughout Cyber Week (which is going on right now). If you hurry, you can still save big on Xbox consoles, controllers, hot games and popular accessories -- perfect for gifting this Christmas (or getting for yourself, if that's your thing).
We've seen great deals on PS5 consoles, games and controllers, plus some must-see deals on Nintendo Switch consoles and games. But after scouring all of today's deals, we can confidently say that Microsoft Xbox gamers are getting some great deals during Cyber Week. Read on to check out what's still available as you wrap up your holiday shopping, or if you're like some of us here at the Essentials team, you're just starting.
Xbox Series X with 'Diablo IV': Save $60 at Walmart
This Walmart Cyber Week gaming deal includes the 1TB Xbox console with a wireless controller, plus an extra controller and a free copy of "Diablo IV."
The game is the latest online-only installment in the long-running action RPG series. As the fourth entry in the "Diablo" series, it's set in the world of Sanctuary and takes place 50 years after the events of "Diablo III: Reaper of Souls," its predecessor. This is the best that "Diablo" has looked and felt in a very long time.
Get this Xbox Series X bundle now at Walmart for $439 (regularly $560).
Xbox Series S with accessories: Save $60 at Walmart
This Walmart Cyber Week gaming deal includes the console with a wireless controller, plus an extra Xbox wireless controller. The Xbox console includes 512GB of storage.
Get this two controller bundle right now for $80 off during Cyber Week. It's just $290 (regularly $370).
You can also buy an Xbox Series S bundle with a single controller and save some money. This Walmart Cyber Week bundle includes the Xbox Series S console, one controller and a three months subscription to XBox Ultimate Game Pass. Get this gaming bundle for $249, reduced from $300.
Save on Xbox Ultimate Game Pass: $15
Xbox Ultimate Game Pass is the ideal add-on gift in conjunction with a new Xbox Series S or X console. It's also the perfect stocking stuffer for a current Xbox gamer on your holiday gift list.
A subscription to Xbox Ultimate Game Pass gives someone unlimited access to hundreds of popular Xbox titles, including "Grand Theft Auto 5," "Minecraft," "Forza Horizon 5," "Halo Infinite" and many more. You even get access to certain games on their release day, plus on-demand access to classic games.
Normally $17, during Cyber Week, Walmart has a $2 off deal on Xbox Ultimate Game Pass.
Xbox Elite Series 2 Core wireless controller: Save $25 at Walmart
If you're buying a new Xbox Series X, an extra controller should also be on your shopping list. Though both Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S systems come with one or two controllers (depending the system you purchase), it's always good to have extra controllers on hand for multiplayer games.
The Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Controller is one of the best on the market, especially for hardcore players. It's incredibly grippy, with a long-lasting battery, adjustable triggers, and low latency connectivity that make it perfect for just about any game you want to play.
There are many optional controllers on the market for the Xbox, but this one is definitely one of the best in terms of overall quality and the accuracy it offers.
15 Cyber Week deals on bestselling Xbox games
Here's a list of 15 Xbox game deals you can snag right now. It's the perfect time to expand your Xbox game library or purchase gifts for Xbox gamers on your holiday gift list.
- "Hogwarts Legacy," $42 at Walmart (reduced from $70)
- "Red Dead Redemption 2," $20 at Walmart (reduced from $60)
- "Dying Light 2 Stay Human," $21 at Amazon (reduced from $60)
- "Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2," $50 at Walmart (reduced from $70)
- "Madden NFL 24," $58 at Amazon (reduced from $70)
- "Sonic Superstars:" $52 at Amazon (reduced from $60)
- "Starfield: Standard Edition:" $62 at Amazon (reduced from $70)
- "Just Dance 2023 Edition:" $40 at Amazon (reduced from $60)
- EA Sports "NHL 24:" $58 at Amazon (reduced from $70)
- "WWE 2K23: Standard Edition:" $18 at Amazon (reduced from $60)
- EA Sports "FC 24:" $50 at Amazon (reduced from $100)
- "Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Remastered:" $4 at Amazon (reduced from $40)
- "Star Wars Battlefront II:" $6 at Amazon (reduced from $25)
- EA Sports "UFC 5 Standard Edition:" $49 at Amazon (reduced from $70)
- "Halo Infinite:" $35 at Amazon (reduced from $39)
'Hogwarts Legacy': Save $21
"Hogwarts Legacy" is the best way for any muggle to experience the thrill of becoming a wizard straight out of the "Harry Potter" universe.
This open-world adventure lets players create their own custom wizard, then explore Hogwarts and the surrounding grounds while investigating a creepy mystery plaguing attendees and staff.
Whip up potions, learn how to cast spells, and fit right in with the rest of the Hogwarts student body, and see what it's like to truly be a magic user.
Right now, you can save $21 on the newly-released and bestselling game at Walmart. It's available for just $49, which is down from its normal price of $70. This is a "must have" game for every "Harry Potter" fan on your holiday gift list.
What's the newest Xbox console?
The newest Xbox consoles are the Xbox Series X and Series S. The fourth-generation gaming consoles were released in November 2020.
How do the different Xbox models compare?
The Xbox Series X is the highest powered Xbox console you can buy. The Series X offers a processor that provides 12 teraflops of processing power (compared to the four teraflops offered by the Series S). When it comes to resolution, the Series X offers true 4K graphics, while the Series S offers 1440p resolution. And the Series X includes an internal 4K UHD Blu-ray drive.
The Series S, however is all digital, so all games need to be download and stored locally within the console's SSD drive (or on an external SSD drive that's sold separately). It has a smaller form factor than the Series X. It can still play all of the Xbox Series X games in your library, as well as those available by way of Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Both versions offer up to 120fps (frames per second) graphics, support HDR and take advantage of Xbox Velocity Architecture. Both versions also offer 3D spatial audio with Dolby Atmos support. And the systems are downwards compatible, so you can play Xbox One, Xbox 360 or even original Xbox games on them.
What are the most popular Xbox games right now?
According to Microsoft, some of the most popular and bestselling Xbox games available this holiday season include:
