Black Friday 2026 Gaming Deals: Dates, Live Sales and Console Prices
Every Black Friday 2026 date that matters for gamers, the PlayStation Store sale that is already live, and what each console really costs now.
Last updated: November 6, 2026
Black Friday 2026 is Friday, November 27, and Cyber Monday is November 30. The PlayStation Store's Black Friday sale is already live with up to 75% off thousands of games, and Best Buy and Walmart have their early sales on the calendar. As of November 6, Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo haven't announced Black Friday discounts on the consoles themselves. We'll update this page when they do.
This year, check the price before you get excited. Every major console got more expensive in 2026, so a "deal" can still cost more than last year's full price. The price table below shows what each console costs at full price right now.
Black Friday 2026 dates for gamers
| Sale | Dates | What we know |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation Store Black Friday | Nov 4 to Nov 30 | Up to 75% off PS5, PS4 and PS VR2 games and DLC. New titles get added Nov 16, and some discounts end Nov 20. |
| Best Buy | Running now through Nov 28 | Weekly doorbusters since Oct 30, then the main Black Friday sale through Saturday, Nov 28. Cyber Monday deals run Nov 29 to 30. |
| Walmart | Nov 12 to 15, then Nov 23 to 29 | Two Black Friday events, then Cyber Monday deals from Nov 30 to Dec 2. Walmart+ members get early access to some deals. |
| Black Friday | Friday, Nov 27 | The main day for most retailers, including Amazon. |
| Cyber Monday | Monday, Nov 30 | Usually the best day for digital codes, PC parts and accessories. |
Retailers can change sale dates without notice, so check the store's own page before you plan around one.
What consoles cost right now (before any deal)
Use these as your baseline. Anything at or above these prices isn't a deal.
| Console | Current US list price | Last change |
|---|---|---|
| PS5 (disc) | $649.99 | Up $100 on April 2, 2026 |
| PS5 Digital Edition | $599.99 | Up $100 on April 2, 2026 |
| PS5 Pro | $899.99 | Up on April 2, 2026 |
| PlayStation Portal | $249.99 | Up on April 2, 2026 |
| Xbox Series X (disc) | $799.99 | Up $150 on August 1, 2026 |
| Xbox Series X (digital) | $749.99 | Up $150 on August 1, 2026 |
| Xbox Series S (1TB) | $599.99 | Up $150 on August 1, 2026 |
| Xbox Series S (512GB) | $499.99 | Up $100 on August 1, 2026 |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | $499.99 | Up $50 on September 1, 2026 |
Last year, Sony took $100 off every PS5 model for Black Friday. That's no promise it happens again, but if you're buying a PS5 this month, waiting to see Sony's 2026 announcement is probably worth it.
PlayStation Store Black Friday sale: confirmed games
Sony's sale runs from November 4 to November 30, with up to 75% off. Sony hasn't posted individual US prices in its announcement, so check the store before you buy. Games confirmed in the sale include:
- Marvel's Wolverine Digital Deluxe Edition
- NBA 2K27
- Saros Digital Deluxe Edition
- 007 First Light: Deluxe Edition
- Pragmata Deluxe Edition
- Silent Hill: Townfall
- Astro Bot
- Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred (Standard Edition)
- UFC 6 Ultimate Edition
- Valheim, Mortal Shell II, The Blood of Dawnwalker: Eclipse Edition, Echoes of Aincrad, Beast of Reincarnation, The Sinking City 2 and Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition
Some of these discounts end November 20, so don't wait until Black Friday for a game on this list. New titles join the sale on November 16.
Buying for GTA 6? Do this first
GTA 6 launches November 19, right in the middle of the sales. Digital preloads start November 10 and need up to 212GB of free space, which is more than many base PS5s and Series S consoles have spare. If you need storage, see our best SSDs for GTA 6 guide. SSD prices have climbed this year, so a Black Friday drop on storage is worth watching for. For the rest of the setup, see our best controllers and best TVs for GTA 6.
Gear worth watching this Black Friday
These are the accessories that usually get real discounts. The links go to current listings so you can compare against what you see on Black Friday.
- DualSense controllers (PS5)
- Xbox Wireless Controllers
- WD_Black SN850X with heatsink (PS5 storage)
- Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards
- microSD Express cards (Switch 2)
- Gaming headsets (see our headset picks)
How to tell a real deal from a fake one
- Compare to list price, not the "was" price. Some stores show an inflated "was" price. Use the console table above.
- Check what's in the bundle. A bundle with a game you already own isn't a saving.
- Digital codes can be the best value. PlayStation Store, Xbox and Nintendo eShop sales often beat retail prices on older games.
- Don't panic-buy early. Best Buy and Walmart run deals in waves, and the same item can drop again later in the month.
FAQ
When is Black Friday 2026?
Black Friday 2026 is Friday, November 27, and Cyber Monday is Monday, November 30. Many stores start earlier: the PlayStation Store sale began November 4, Best Buy has had weekly doorbusters since October 30, and Walmart's first Black Friday event runs November 12 to 15.
Will the PS5 be on sale for Black Friday 2026?
Sony hasn't announced 2026 console discounts yet. Last year it took $100 off PS5 models for Black Friday. The PS5 currently lists at $649.99, the Digital Edition at $599.99 and the PS5 Pro at $899.99, so use those to judge any deal.
When does the PlayStation Store Black Friday sale end?
It runs until November 30, 2026. Some discounts end early, on November 20, and new titles are added November 16.
Is the Switch 2 on sale for Black Friday?
Nintendo hasn't announced a Black Friday discount for 2026. The Switch 2 now lists at $499.99 after a $50 increase on September 1, so treat anything below that as a real deal.
Will this page be updated?
Yes. We'll add console deals and big game discounts as Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo and the major retailers announce them, through Cyber Monday.
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Sources: PlayStation Blog (Black Friday sale), Beebom (PlayStation sale games), PlayStation Blog (PS5 prices), Pure Xbox (Xbox prices), Shacknews (Switch 2 price), MacRumors (Best Buy dates), Retail Dive (Walmart dates), TweakTown (2025 PS5 deals), About Amazon (Black Friday date), TechRadar (GTA 6 preload).
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