Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales went off with a bang for gamers everywhere, but even those who may have missed out can still save on titles from one of the best years in gaming history. Both digital and physical video games are still having their prices slashed by up to 50%, giving gamers one last chance to grab some of the most notable games of the year for a fraction of their normal price!
Few things in life are as enjoyable as receiving a brand-new video game. Those on the hunt for the perfect gifts for gamers should look no further than these awesome games. This year, there are tons of seriously lucrative discounts not only from Amazon’s daily game deals, but from sales at GameStop, Best Buy, and Walmart too. Regardless of whether a player prefers to play on Xbox, Playstation, or the Nintendo Switch, there are tons of incredible new games to jump into. In fact, there are so many that it can be hard to narrow down the top picks. From sprawling RPGs to competitive shooters, these holiday video game deals are some of the most desirable titles of the year at the lowest prices of the year.
How Do We Choose These Deals?
While everyone loves to save money, price point wasn’t the only factor considered in choosing these top game deals. Game Rant factored in the quality and popularity of each title, aiming to choose games that offer fun and immersive experiences for the average player. Of course, how much of a deal each game is came into play, but with so many steep discounts on games this year, it’s easy enough to save money and a bit tougher to find the absolute best video game gift for the holidays.
These are the game deals players don’t want to miss out on, no matter what!
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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Standard Edition
$58 $70 Save $12
The Legend of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom offers a true successor to The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild. This is a complete version of the game that allows players to take on Ganondorf with new allies and new mechanics as it builds on the success of BOTW which redefined the limits of what is possible in an open-world game. A front-runner for Game of the Year, the game is still available with a slight discount for the holidays.
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Disney Dreamlight Valley
$30 $50 Save $20
Disney Dreamlight Valley offers players a mix between a life sim and an adventure game, all within the magical world of Disney! Surrounded by fan favorite characters like Wall-e and Belle, players can do quests and explore new areas to help out around town. During holiday game deals, players can save 30% on one of the year’s coziest games.
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Octopath Traveler 2
$30 $60 Save $30
The next installment in the Octopath Traveler series sees eight new adventurers setting out across the lands of Solistia to make their mark on the world. Developer Square Enix and Acquire unveil new and exciting 2D and 3D visuals for this expansive traditional RPG. Despite offering dozens of hours of playtime, gamers can scoop this RPG up for as low as $30 during the holidays!
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Final Fantasy 16 Standard Edition
$35 $70 Save $35
The Standard Edition of Final Fantasy 16 has the entire base game on offer as well as the ability to preload content digitally if you go for the digital edition of the same. It does come with 2 digital preorder bonuses irrespective and some physical preorder bonuses at some retailers. Receiving multiple nonimations by the Game Awards, Final Fantasy XVI is already making a splash in the gaming community. Now, players can have it at 50% off list price.
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Resident Evil 4
$30 $60 Save $30
One of the best titles in the entire Resident Evil franchise, Resident Evil 4 follows Leon Kennedy as he is tasked with finding and saving the President’s daughter. The Raccoon City police rookie-turned-special agent comes up against a wide array of mutated enemies on his quest. Relive the horror without scary prices while the game is available for just $30.
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Dead Space (2023)
$33 $49 Save $16
Dead Space (2023) is a new-age remake of the iconic 2008 survival horror masterpiece. The title is seeing revamped graphics, tuned gameplay elements, and more courtesy of EA Motive. Players will once again step into the shoes of engineer Isaac Clarke as he battles against terrifying enemies.
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Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged
$35 $50 Save $15
Milestone’s Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged is an arcade racing game based on the popular scale model cars franchise. Building on the ideas of 2021’s Hot Wheels Unleashed, the sequel introduces two new vehicle types and will feature over 100 cars or bikes. The game is currently marked down by 30% and was nominated by the Game Awards for Best Sports/Racing Game.
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Minecraft Legends
$20 $40 Save $20
Within Mojang’s Minecraft universe, a story is told about a hero who once protected the Overworld from a Piglin Invasion and the Nether. Minecraft Legends brings this tale to life in the form of an action-strategy game. Players can get in the game for as low as $20 during holiday sales online!
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Harry Potter: Hogwarts Legacy
$42 $70 Save $28
Hogwarts Legacy is a game that allows players to explore an open world, including locations such as Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, the Forbidden Forest, and the surrounding Overland area. Players can create their unique witch or wizard character, learn spells, brew potions, grow plants, and tend to magical beasts during their journey. The game is still marked down by nearly 40% for a limited time for the holidays!
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Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion
$25 $50 Save $25
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion is an upgraded version of the original game, featuring fully remastered HD graphics to meet the standards of the latest console generation. Improved visuals, battle systems, and an overall smoother gameplay experience offers players everything they could want in a new Final Fantasy game. During holiday game sales, players can get Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion for up to half off the original price.
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Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles
$30 $60 Save $30
Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles is a 3D action-adventure game developed by CyberConnect2. The game is based on the Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga series and its anime adaptation. It is available on multiple platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and the Nintendo Switch. Players can have the game for half off for a limited time!
For shoppers looking for Christmas gifts for gamers, these video games are sure-fire wins! Plus, with these discounts still available, choosing a great video game gift can be easy and affordable this year!
