Xbox games are the best, but in 2023 they are a bit expensive — even with the brilliance of Xbox Game Pass in your arsenal. As games continue to push the boundaries of what is possible on a console, we’ve been starting to see a lot of $70 launch games. But, with the introduction of Xbox Black Friday deals into the mix at the end of the year, there are still plenty of chances to save big on the very best games going.
We’ve had our eye on the best Black Friday deals all November, but now we’re past the point of no return, it’s time to officially declare which are the best Xbox video game deals this holiday season. Whether you’re after a Game of the Year contender like Resident Evil 4, or you’re looking for one of the best fighting games of all time like Street Fighter 6 — we’ve got you covered. But, watch out, as the countdown to the end of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales is now on, and these deals will be gone before you know it.
Resident Evil 4 Black Friday Deals
$30 for a Game of the Year contender is a great deal, and we’re just going to say it – this is the best video game Black Friday deal right now. That’s a crazy good deal for what will go down as one of the best games of all time (again). We gave the remake a Masterpiece 10/10 in our review – stating: “The Resident Evil 4 remake is the series’ most relentlessly exciting adventure rebuilt, refined, and realized to the full extent of its enormous potential.” This is such a great deal on such a great game, and we’re convinced it’s going to sell out before the Cyber Monday sales truly kick off. RE4 is also one of our top picks for the best PS5 game deals for Black Friday.
Diablo 4 Black Friday Deals
One of the best games of the year, Diablo 4, is down to just $50 this Black Friday. It’s not a huge discount, but it’s still a significant one. If you haven’t had the chance to pay the incredible ARPG just yet, well this is the perfect opportunity. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review – stating: “Diablo 4 is a stunning sequel with near-perfect endgame and progression design that makes it absolutely excruciating to put down.”
Mortal Kombat 1 Black Friday Deals
If you can overlook the aggressive monetization of MK1, there’s a great and bloody fighting game in there. Kick back and watch some of the goriest fatalities we’ve ever borne witness to, at a discount. We gave Mortal Kombat 1 an 8/10 in our review – stating: “The bone-crunching gameplay of Mortal Kombat 1 is some of the best the series has ever seen, thanks to the game-changing Kameo system. Netherrealm delivers a fantastic single-player story mode as well. However, the new Invasions mode is a grind and the online options feel dated.”
Star Wars Jedi Survivor Black Friday Deals
Walmart is still the king of Black Friday discounts, as it also has Star Wars Jedi Survivor for just $30, which is a whole $4.99 less than every other retailer right now. This puts Jedi: Survivor at over 50% off, which is one of the best Black Friday deals we’ve seen this year. If you haven’t had the chance to pick up Cal’s latest adventure, this is a great opportunity to do so. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review.
Hi-Fi Rush Black Friday Deals
It might be on Xbox Game Pass, but this is a game worth owning forever. Hi-Fi Rush is down to just $22.49 in the digital Black Friday deals for Xbox — and its worth every dollar. Plus, if you’re looking to save a little extra when making digital purchases, you can score digital Xbox gift cards right now that are 10% off in the Black Friday sale. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review – stating: “Hi-Fi Rush marches to the beat of its own drum with stunning animation, loveable characters, and stylish rhythmic action that are anything but one-note.”
Assassin’s Creed Mirage Black Friday Deals
Assassin’s Creed Mirage has dropped to just $39.99 in the Black Friday sales across most retailers. This is the best deal we’re getting on Mirage, otherwise you can always opt for the Deluxe edition at $44.99 instead. We gave the game an 8/10 in our review – stating: “Assassin’s Creed Mirage’s back-to-basics approach is a successful first step in returning to the stealthy style that launched this series.”
Street Fighter 6 Black Friday Deals
What can we say, Capcom has been releasing some absolute gems lately, and the Black Friday deals are still good as well. We gave the game an amazing 9/10 in our review – stating: “Street Fighter 6 is the most feature-rich a Street Fighter has ever been at launch, but even beyond that, it’s roster of 18 characters is excellent, the new mechanics revitalize the one-on-one fighting formula, and it absolutely nails all of the little things that make for a stellar fighting game.”
Metal Gear Solid – Master Collection Vol. 1 Black Friday Deals
Here’s one where you get to go: ‘It should’ve been that price in the first place!’ — Well, we’ll let you have your fun. The Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Black Friday deal isn’t something to write home about, but it’s the best way to play the classic games on modern consoles right now, and it does come with a lot of content. So, at $39.99, you’re getting a reasonable deal here. It’s not getting any cheaper, either, so this is the best offer you’re going to get.
Dead Island 2 Black Friday Deals
Dead Island 2 is one of the surprises of the year after going through what is better know as development hell. But, they seemingly pulled it off and it’s a wonderfully good time. Plus at $35 for Black Friday, it’s hard to complain! We gave the game 2 a 7/10 in our review – stating: “Dead Island 2 is a hilarious gore-fest and a competent zombie-slaying adventure, but lacks creativity outside of its great sense of humor.”
EA Sports FC 24 Black Friday Deals
We might complain about it, but FIFA and now EA Sports FC are some of the best-selling games every single year — so there’s definitely still an appeal out there for happy gamers. If you haven’t had the chance to pick up the world-leading soccer sim just yet, well you’re in luck as it’s 57% off in the Black Friday sales.
Currently available for just $29.99 at retailers like Amazon, this is a great deal and likely the best offer we’re getting on the game until it inevitably ends up on EA Play and Xbox Game Pass come May or June 2024. If you don’t want to wait until then, we suggest bagging this deal this Black Friday.
Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.
