Last updated: October 29, 2026
Black Friday 2026 falls on Friday, November 27, and early deals are already showing up. This year is trickier than usual: Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo all raised console prices in 2026, so a "sale" price can still be higher than what consoles cost a year ago.
This guide gives you the current list prices to compare against, what is already on sale and how to spot a deal that is actually worth it.
Current console prices (US)
These are the regular list prices as of late October 2026, before Black Friday discounts:
| Console | List price | Price change in 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| PS5 (standard, with disc drive) | $649.99 | Raised April 2 |
| PS5 Digital Edition | $599.99 | Raised April 2 |
| PS5 Pro | $899.99 | Raised April 2 |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | $499.99 | Raised September 1 |
| Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle | $549.99 | — |
| Xbox Series X|S | Varies by model | Raised August 1 |
Use these numbers as your baseline. If a retailer advertises a "deal" that matches the list price plus a cheap accessory, it is not much of a deal.
PS5 Black Friday 2026: what to expect
Sony has not announced its Black Friday promotion yet. In recent years PlayStation has started its official sale the week before Black Friday, and analysts expect around $100 off consoles this year, although that is not confirmed.
What is live now:
- Some PS5 games, especially third-party RPGs, are already discounted at Amazon.
- Refurbished PS5 consoles are available at lower prices from resellers, with some sales starting November 1.
Our advice: if a PS5 or PS5 Digital Edition drops at least $75–$100 below the list price above, that is a solid Black Friday deal. Do not expect discounts on GTA 6 itself; brand-new releases rarely get price cuts in their launch month.
Nintendo Switch 2 Black Friday 2026
Nintendo rarely cuts console prices, and this year looks the same. The best value right now comes from bundles rather than discounts:
- Switch 2 + Mario Kart World at about $549 at major retailers.
- Nintendo's US store also lists a Switch Sports Resort bundle. Both bundles include a three-month Nintendo Switch Online membership.
If you were going to buy Mario Kart World anyway, the bundle effectively saves you money compared with buying the console and game separately. Watch for retailer gift cards bundled with the console, which is how stores usually sweeten Nintendo deals.
Xbox Black Friday 2026
Microsoft has not announced official deals either. Expectations are:
- Possible discounts of up to $100 on the all-digital models at retailers like Amazon and Walmart.
- Game and accessory sales and trade-in offers in the Microsoft Store, rather than straight console price cuts.
If you are mainly after games, an Xbox Game Pass subscription deal can be better value than a console discount.
How to spot a real deal
- Compare against the list prices above, not the "was" price a retailer shows.
- Check price history. Tools like price trackers show whether a "sale" price is actually the lowest it has been.
- Value bundles honestly. A bundled game you would never play is not a saving.
- Watch the return policy. Many retailers extend holiday returns into January, which lets you buy early and still return if a better deal shows up.
- Buy from authorized sellers. Very low prices from unknown sellers on marketplaces are a common scam during Black Friday.
Best gaming accessories to buy on sale
Accessories tend to get bigger percentage discounts than consoles:
- Storage expansion: with GTA 6 reported at around 210 GB, a PS5-compatible M.2 SSD or an Xbox expansion card is one of the most useful purchases this year.
- Controllers: DualSense and Xbox wireless controllers are often discounted 20–30%.
- Headsets: mid-range gaming headsets regularly see their lowest prices of the year.
- Subscriptions: PlayStation Plus and Game Pass sometimes get discounted membership offers.
Bottom line
Black Friday is November 27, 2026, and early deals are already appearing. Because all three console makers raised prices this year, know the list price before you buy: around $100 off a PS5 or Xbox would be a strong deal, while Switch 2 value will mostly come from bundles. We will update this page with the best deals as they go live.
