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Back in March we never imagined we’d still be spending so much time at home, right? But such is 2020. It’s no wonder gaming has grown exponentially in popularity. It’s a great escape: Immersing yourself in another world lets you take a break from this one.
If you’re a committed gamer, chances are you’re ready for some fresh challenges. And if you’re new to the pastime, well, now is the perfect time to give it a try. The day-after Christmas is brimming with incredible deals—and we sorted through the vast array to round up the best ones.
Whether you have an Xbox, Sony PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, or PC, there are exciting post-Christmas deals on games and accessories waiting for you. And p.s., don’t forget your friends and loved ones: Today is the best day of the year to stock up on gaming gifts for kindred spirits.
Enjoy these next-level day-after Christmas deals:
Best Xbox deals
While the Xbox Series X just came out a few weeks ago, it’s very unlikely we’ll see the console or any of its games on sale anytime soon. However, hidden deep on microsoft.com, you’ll find Watch Dogs: Legion on sale. Right now, you can score this title for $30, or half off the third installment of the widely popular video game series.
This action/adventure game from Ubisoft takes place in the near future in London, England, which is on the verge of collapse. All-seeing surveillance state and private military are in control, while the fate of the city is in the hands of DedSec, a hacker group that wants to recruit a resistance and fight back for freedom.
More Xbox deals:
Escape Game: Fort Boyard, $27 (was $30), amazon.com
PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, $7 (was $20), amazon.com
Grand Theft Auto V: Premium Edition, $15 (was $30), microsoft.com
NBA 2K21, $30 (was $60), amazon.com
Star Wars: Squadrons, $20 (was $40), gamestop.com
Forza Horizon 4, $25 (was $60), gamestop.com
NBA 2K21, $30 (was $50), walmart.com
FIFA 21, $30 (was $51), walmart.com
Shadow of The Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, $14 (was $40), amazon.com
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2, $30 (was $40), microsoft.com
Red Dead Redemption 2: Ultimate Edition, $40 (was $100), microsoft.com
SoulCalibur VI, $16 (was $30), amazon.com
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, $30 (was $60), walmart.com
Marvel’s Avengers, $30 (was $60), amazon.com
Control: Ultimate Edition, $20 (was $40), microsoft.com
PGA Tour 2K21, $28 (was $60), amazon.com
Best Sony PlayStation deals
On sale for $30 (was $60), The Last of Us Part II for PlayStation 4 is set five years after the first game and follows Ellie and Abby continuing to survive in a post-apocalyptic US. Hint: The decisions made in the first game come back to haunt the characters in the second. This is one of the best games of 2020 and it’s half off right now.
“I have played it three times,” shared a delighted gamer. “On each play through, I found something new, which I most likely missed because of the insane attention to detail in this game. It all started to make sense after my second play through and I think that The Last of Us Part II is one of the best storytelling masterpieces out there.”
More PlayStation deals:
Snowrunner (PS4), $35 (was $50), amazon.com
Metal Gear Survive (PS4), $25 (was $40), amazon.com
Madden NFL 21, $30 (was $50), walmart.com
God of War, $10 (was $20), gamestop.com
Star Wars: Squadrons, $20 (was $40), gamestop.com
Nioh 2, $10 (was $40), gamestop.com
The Last of Us Part II, $30 (was $60), walmart.com
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Game of The Year Edition, $20 (was $40), amazon.com
Horizon Zero Dawn: Complete Edition, $10 (was $40), gamestop.com
MLB The Show 20, $10 (was $40), gamestop.com
Monster Hunter: World, $16 (was $30), amazon.com
Super Street The Game, $13 (was $30), amazon.com
NBA 2K21, $30 (was $60), amazon.com
Best Nintendo deals
Since we’re all missing out on carnivals this year, we’re bringing the carnival to you. Game publisher 2K Games’ Carnival Games for Nintendo Switch—on sale for just $15, or $25 off at Amazon—will make you feel like you’re on the boardwalk with your pick of 20 classic carnival games to play. You can shoot basketballs, take down scary clowns, race drones, bowl and more. Plus, you can even win tickets and trade them in for prizes! Bring on the fried dough.
“Fun game—I made an in-home carnival for my boys during quarantine and set this up on the projector,” shared a delighted shopper and mother of two. “Made it feel like a real carnival. It’s fun and competitive and you can play as teams. Good price for a fun game, and it’s not hard to unlock levels.”
More Nintendo deals:
PowerA Pokemon Wireless GameCube Style Controller for Nintendo Switch (black), $36 (was $50), amazon.com
PowerA Wireless GameCube Style Controller for Nintendo Switch (purple), $43 (was $50), amazon.com
Sega Genesis Mini, $50 (was $80), amazon.com
SanDisk MicroSDXC UHS-I Memory Card (128GB), $24.50 (was $35), amazon.com
LEGO Disney Pixar’s The Incredibles, $20 (was $40), amazon.com
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, $10 (was $13), amazon.com
PGA Tour 2K21, $40 (was $60), amazon.com
Pikmin 3 Deluxe, $50 (was $60), amazon.com
Just Dance 2021, $30 (was $50), amazon.com
Yoshi’s Crafted World, $45 (was $60), amazon.com
Paw Patrol Mighty Pups Save Adventure Bay, $25 (was $40), amazon.com
PC gaming deals
This Razer Kraken Tournament Edition Gaming Headset—on sale for $55, or $45 off at Amazon—offers up pro-level 7.1 surround sound and THX-certified audio for an immersive gaming experience.
It’s compatible with home consoles like PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch, if you ever want to take a break from PC gaming. It’s comfortable and lightweight to wear for long periods of time, while its noise-reduction microphone makes chatting online crystal-clear.
“I absolutely love this headset,” said delighted five-star reviewer. “The sound quality is really nice too, especially with the THX sound booster. The ability to adjust game and chat volumes is nice, and I appreciate that the back has an adhesive, so you can stick it to your desk. The headset is also incredibly comfortable…I have worn this headset for four hours at a time and completely forgot it was on.”
More PC gaming deals:
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI (PC), $28 (was $60), amazon.com
Vankyo Gaming Headset CM7000, $27 (was $30), amazon.com
Jeecoo Xiberia USB Pro Gaming Headset, $31 (was $48), amazon.com
Beexcellent Gaming Headset with Noise Canceling mic, $24 (was $40), amazon.com
HyperX Cloud Core 7.1 Black Wired Gaming Headset, $60 (was $70), gamestop.com
HyperX Alloy Core RGB Wired Membrane Gaming Keyboard, $40 (was $50), gamestop.com
WD_Black 5TB P10 Game Drive, $120 (was $150), amazon.com
Razer Ornata V2 Mecha-Membrane Wired Gaming Keyboard, $70 (was $100), gamestop.com
Logitech 941-000121 G920 Dual-Motor Feedback Driving Force Racing Wheel, $250 (was $300), amazon.com
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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