In Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, new weapons mean the playing field is once again being reset. Everyone from new players to seasoned vets will need to get up to speed with thew new guns, traversal items, healing supplies, and more they can add to their inventory in the months ahead.Because of that, we're going over all of those new options right here in our Fortnite weapons guide for Chapter 6 Season 1. Many of these items will persist throughout the year, while others will surely come and go and new favorites are introduced at the start of every new season.For now, here's what you can expect to notch your wins with when it comes to new Fortnite weapons. Fortnite Chapter 6 weapons listFirst, let's go over a quick rundown of all the new and returning weapons you'll find in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1. In no specific order, here are the new guns:Holo Twister Assault RifleFury Assault RifleVeiled Precision SMGSurgefire SMGSentinel Pump ShotgunTwinfire Auto ShotgunOni ShotgunThere's no word, at least not while downtime is in effect, on whether any older weapons return to kick off this season. In addition to those firearms, a new take on the Kinetic Blade, the Typhoon Blade, is coming to the game. Keep scrolling for more info on that one.There's also another new item: Oni Masks. After the blade preview below, you'll find an explainer on Oni Masks. Pictured: The new Fortnite Chapter 6 guns Typhoon BladeThe Typhoon Blade is sure to be a new favorite this season as the latest in the game's long line of melee marvels. Though you don't lunge forward with this blade like you would the previous one, the Kinetic Blade, you can sprint longer and faster whenever you wield it, which will surely make it a popular item when racing the storm this season.This season is all about feeling like a Ronin, and the Typhoon Blade is the shortest route from beginner to legend in that regard. Oni MasksOni Masks, like the one shown on the character in red in this image, are another specialty being introduced this season. At launch, they come in two varieties: the Fire Oni Mask and the Void Oni Mask.As you can probably guess, the Fire Oni Mask lets you shoot fire projectiles at enemies. The more mysteriously named Void Oni Mask, meanwhile, lets you teleport over short distances.Will more Oni Masks be introduced later this season or chapter? It seems likely, though we can't say for sure yet. Sprites and Sprite ShrinesAs seen in the background of this image, Sprites are like friendly little globs of fun who aid you in your adventures. They come in three types to start the season.Air Sprites can be thrown to create a wind vortex that sends you into the sky and lets you redeploy your glider. It can even launch vehicles and damage builds.Water Sprites are thrown to create a healing fountain that restores both your health and shields--and does the same for others nearby.Earth Sprites are the hungriest of the little fellas. They eat whatever you feed them and spit out rewards in exchange. You can also bring Sprites to Sprite Shrines where you can "revitalize" them and gain a nice benefit for yourself. These boons come in four types:The Fire Boon reloads your weapon faster. The Void Boon reveals nearby players whenever you eliminate one. The Wind Boon lets you move faster so long as your pickaxe is equipped. Lastly, the Water Boon heals the health and shields of both you and your nearby allies whenever you're swimming. More in Chapter 6 Season 1We don't mess around when it comes to new Fortnite seasons (or chapters!), so be sure to check out our other guides such as the Fortnite Chapter 6 map changes, the Chapter 6 Season 1 battle pass gallery of all skins and rewards, and everything new in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1... or you can keep on scrolling for more images of the new weapons.

Picking a main in a fighting game can be an arduous process. This is a character you're going to be spending hours and hours with, after all, and you'll need to know every single attack and tool they have in order to climb to the higher ranks. Tekken 8 has 32 characters at launch, +4 Season 1 additional fighters, with every character having a pretty massive difference in playstyle.

The PlayStation Plus store is an amazing tool to play many of your favorite past and present PlayStation games. With the Decky Loader program, Steam Deck users can play modern exclusives like Horizon Forbidden West and classic PlayStation Plus titles like The Legend of Dragoon or Wild Arms on the handheld device.

What is Party MadnessParty Madness is an Online Multiplayer game I did for my 2nd workshop during my Game Design diploma at Cambrian College. This was my second game during my diploma, and I took it as a challenge to see what I could do.This game features an Online Multiplayer with up to 4 pla

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.Target is one of countless retailers with sales for Black Friday this year. If you're interested in the best tech on sale today, see our best Black Friday tech deals page for a broader view of all the best discounts you can get right now. Prices are accurate as of the time of writing, but you can expect them to fluctuate and inventory to sell out, so you may not want to hesitate if you see a sale that grabs you.Black Friday sales are here, and if you tend to shop at your local Target, I scoured their best tech deals and made a list to make your shopping a bit easier. You can find deals on iPads, Garmins, TCL TVs, Bose and Beats headphones, and other products all at their lowest prices ever from Target according to the price tracking tools I use. Dimensions (Overall): 6.53 Inches (L), .35 Inches (W) Weight: .68 Ounces Electronics Battery: No Apple Pencil Pro $99.00 at Target $129.99 Save $30.99 Get Deal Get Deal $99.00 at Target $129.99 Save $30.99 10.2-inch Retina display with True Tone A13 Bionic chip with Neural Engine 8MP Wide back camera. Apple iPad 10.2-inch Wi-Fi (2021, 9th Generation) $199.99 at Target $329.99 Save $130.00 Get Deal Get Deal $199.99 at Target $329.99 Save $130.00 Battery life: up to 28 days in smartwatch mode; up to 30 hours in GPS mode Built-in sports apps. Garmin Instinct 2 Smartwatch $199.99 at Target $299.99 Save $100.00 Get Deal Get Deal $199.99 at Target $299.99 Save $100.00 Water Resistance: Sweat-Resistant, Water-Resistant Ear Cushion Material: ABS Beats Studio Buds True Wireless Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Earbuds $79.99 at Target $149.99 Save $70.00 Get Deal Get Deal $79.99 at Target $149.99 Save $70.00 Water Resistance: Water-Resistant Ear Cushion Material: Silicone Estimated Charge Time: 1 Hour Bose Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Bluetooth Open Earbuds $249.99 at Target $299.99 Save $50.00 Get Deal Get Deal $249.99 at Target $299.99 Save $50.00 Dimensions (Overall): 2.4 Inches (H) x 26.4 Inches (W) x 4.1 Inches (D) Weight: 5.3 Pounds Electroni Samsung 3.0Ch Soundbar with Built-in Woofer - Gray (HW-S50B) $149.99 at Target $249.99 Save $100.00 Get Deal Get Deal $149.99 at Target $249.99 Save $100.00 Screen Resolution: 4K Native screen refresh rate: 60 Hz Screen Size: 55 Inches Stand Depth: 2.7 Inch TCL 55" Class S5-Series 4K UHD HDR LED Smart Google TV $239.99 at Target $349.99 Save $110.00 Get Deal Get Deal $239.99 at Target $349.99 Save $110.00 SEE 4 MORE The Apple Pencil Pro and 9th Gen iPad are up to 39% offI covered the Apple Pencil Pro last month when it dropped to a record-low price on Amazon before quickly selling out. You still can't find one on Amazon, but Target is selling them for $99 (originally $129). You can use the Pencil Pro with the 64GB wifi-only ninth-generation iPad, currently going for $199 (originally $329), matching the lowest price it first hit in August. This iPad was considered the best iPad for most people by PCMag and received its Editors' Choice award in an "excellent" review. While it's three years old, it's not yet on the list of Apple products no longer getting software updates, so you'll likely still get a few more years of support.The Garmin Instinct 2 is $100 offThe Garmin Instinct 2 is an outdoor smartwatch with a design and features geared towards people with active lifestyles. It has a strong battery life of up to 65 days in the battery saver mode and 28 days in the regular mode (using features like GPS and SpO2 monitoring will drain the battery faster). You can get the Instinct 2 for $199.99 (originally $299.99).Beats and Bose headphones up to 47% offBose Ultra Open Earbuds clip on your ear and shoot sound into your ear, leaving your ears open to outside noise. You can get them for $249 (originally $299). If you're looking for the opposite approach, Beats Studio Buds are noise-canceling earbuds that go in your ear and are $79.99 (originally $149.99).This Samsung soundbar with a built-in woofer is 40% offThe Samsung HW-S50B is a budget-friendly "all-in-one" (to the extent it can be) soundbar with a built-in woofer. These kinds of soundbars are great for setups where a woofer won't fit or for people who just don't want the clutter. It has Bluetooth Multi Connection, so you can connect two smart devices at the same time and switch between them, and if you have a Samsung phone, you can use the tap feature to play your media directly to it. Get it for $149.99 (originally $249.99).The 55-inch TCL S551G Google TV is $110 offThe TCL S551G is an LED Smart Google TV with 4K resolution, UHD, and HDR currently going for $239.99 (originally $349.99). This is TCL's new entry-level 4K TV of 2024. The Best Black Friday Deals You Can Still Shop Now Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case $154.00 (List Price $249.00) Apple iPad 10.2" 256GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (2021 Release) $279.99 (List Price $479.00) Meta Quest 3S 128GB VR Headset + $75 Digital Credit $299.00 (List Price $299.00) Blink Outdoor 4 1080p Security Camera (3-Pack) $99.99 (List Price $259.99) Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones $199.00 (List Price $349.00) Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Black, S/M, Sports Band) $329.00 (List Price $399.00) Samsung Odyssey G93SC 49" Dual QHD OLED Curved Monitor $949.99 (List Price $1,599.99) Deals are selected by our commerce team

We may earn a commission from links on this page.The holidays are upon us, and as the end of the year creeps ever closer, millions of people will hit the roads, skies, and train tracks to visit friends and family. Having houseguests is stressful for both hosts and the guests themselves, especially if your guests dont know how to read body language and refuse to leave.Preparing your house properly for houseguests can remove some of that stressno matter how much you love your friends and family, theyre not part of your household. They dont know how you run things, and your property will never be as important to them as it is to you (and there are always eggnog-related mishaps involving tipsy relatives). To ensure that you can relax and enjoy your guests (and to avoid unnecessary beefs), take the time to guest-proof your home before the crowds arrive.Prepare the entrywayThe entryway of your home is obviously the first area visitors see. Whether its through the garage or the front entrance, take some steps to ensure your home is protected:Check that the outdoor lighting is working and sufficient to light the way from parking areas to the front door.Clear snow and ice from steps, walkways, and porches.Protect the floors with spare rugs, waterproof mats, and/or boot trays so your guests dont ruin your floors with rain and snow.Make sure there are obvious places for folks to hang coats and leave umbrellas, boots, or anything else they might want to discard once theyre inside. You should also clear your own coats out of the way to make room.Have house shoes or slippers available for anyone who wants them.If a rule is important to you, make it knownYour home is your castle, and you obviously get to set the rules. If something is important to you (e.g., asking guests to remove their shoes) you should make it very clear so theres no misunderstanding. Dont be afraid to place a sign in the entryway with a list of house rules if theyre important to youbetter to make these policies clear than to quietly (and then, after some of the aforementioned eggnog, not so quietly) resent your guests for violating a rule they arent even aware of.This rule of making stuff that might seem obvious to you even more obvious extends to the kitchen: Make sure the garbage and recycling are clearly marked and easy to access. If its hidden behind a door or inside a cabinet, for example, a sign might be a good idea. This way your guests wont wander around, or be tempted to leave garbage and empty cans and bottles sitting in the sink or all over the counters. You should probably double-bag your receptacles, too, to protect against torn bags and leaking horrors.Protect your private spacesJust because youre opening your home and inviting people inside doesnt mean they automatically have the run of the place. While certain areas of the home, like the living room, kitchen, and guest bathrooms are going to be considered open to your guests, you can definitely mark certain areas of your home as privateand you should. Your own bedroom, the master bathroom, and any room youd prefer people not enter for any reason whatsoever (because your pets are sequestered in there, or because you have delicate stuff stored in there) can be marked as Do Not Enter. Dont be afraid to lock a door or put up a sign to make this very clear.Speaking of privacy, if guests are on their way, take a moment to inspect the rooms theyll be in for private stuff you might not want them to see. This includes things like prescriptions in the bathroom medicine cabinetwhich people absolutely, positively, snoop on if given the chance.Secure your valuablesIts doubtful that your relatives or dear friends have come to your holiday gathering as part of an elaborate plan to rob youbut accidents happen. Stuff gets knocked over, pushed over the edge of a table or dresser, or picked up and put down in an unexpected spot. To prevent any misunderstandings or property loss, walk through the house before guests arrive and put up anything youd rather not lose.Consider some fabric protectionIts a rare holiday gathering that doesnt include at least one spill, regurgitating child, or dog-related dinner theftso be prepared by protecting your furniture and rugs. Some temporary slipcovers over your couches and chairs mean your guests can spill all the wine they want and youll remain sanguine and calm. Carpet stain protection sprays are cheap and easy to apply, and can ensure that even if Fido drags the holiday ham all over the house, the cleanup will be relatively easy.Stock up the bathroomsGuests are going to use your bathrooms and probably wander in and out of the kitchenso prepare both rooms. In bathrooms, make sure stuff like extra hand towels, rolls of TP, and extra soap very easy to see and grab, so guests dont have to get creative.

If you're looking for an excellent midrange smartphone for yourself or a loved one among all the Black Friday deals, your search may be over. Google's Pixel 8a is still on sale even after Black Friday. It has dropped by $100 to $399. That's not quite the lowest price we've seen for the handset. It fell to $380 at one point, but this is still a good deal if you're looking for a great phone that won't break the bank. This price is for a configuration with 128GB of storage, but 256GB models are also $100 off at $459. The Pixel 8a is our pick for the best midrange smartphone overall. We gave it a score of 90 in our review. Thanks to Google's inclusion of the Tensor G3 chip, the Pixel 8a supports many of the same AI features that you'll find on flagship Pixel devices. We feel that the cameras are excellent, while that 6.1-inch 120Hz OLED display sure looks pretty. The Pixel 8a has great battery life too. It lasted for 20 hours and 29 minutes in our video rundown test, actually beating out the Pixel 8 by 13 minutes. On the downside, wireless charging is pretty slow as it maxes out at 7.5W. The bezels are a little thicker than you might like too, but otherwise the design is fairly slick. Another plus point is that the Pixel 8a is IP67-rated for dust and water resistance, so it should be somewhat durable. Check out all of the latest Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals here.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/black-friday-phone-deals-include-the-google-pixel-8a-for-100-off-180827065.html?src=rss

Black Friday is usually a good time to restock on video games and gaming gear at a discount, and this year is no exception. If youre looking to pad out your backlog, pick up a new console or refresh your desktop with new peripherals, weve rounded up the Black Friday gaming deals that are most worth your attention and you can still get right now.The selection includes a ton of popular Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox and PC games at their lowest prices to date, $75 off PS5 consoles, plus several discounts on accessories weve tested and recommended. Weve dug through reviews and used price history trackers to ensure each offer below is a genuine deal.PlayStation 5 (slim) for $424 at Amazon ($76 off MSRP): This isnt the absolute biggest price drop to date for Sonys console, but larger discounts have been extremely uncommon over the past year. This bundle throws in a few Fortniteskins and V-Bucks; if it runs out of stock, the standalone console is available for the same price. Walmart, meanwhile, has a separate bundle that pairs the machine with the recent RPG Dragon Age: The Veilguard or one of EAs sports games for $450. Also available at Best Buy, Target, GameStop and PlayStation Direct, among others.PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (slim) + NBA 2K25 bundle for $374 at GameStop ($76 off): If you have no interest in buying physical media, you can save an extra $50 upfront by going with the PS5s disc-less model. This bundle comes with the latest NBA 2K game as a freebie. If it runs out of stock, you can grab the same Fortnite bundle noted above for the same price. The console alone is $75 off as well. Its a good price either way, though its difficult to get too excited given that the Digital Edition once sold for $400 before this slim revision launched with a $50 price hike. Also at Target, Amazon, Best Buy and PlayStation Direct, among others.The Nintendo Switch (left) and Nintendo Switch OLED.Kris Naudus / EngadgetNintendo Switch OLED + Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle for $275 at Target ($75 off, in and out of stock): To be clear, now is not a great time to buy a Switch: Nintendo has already confirmed that itll reveal the consoles successor at some point in the next few months and that the new device will be able to play current Switch games. So if you can wait, you should. But if you just want a more affordable route into the fantastic Switch library or if youre buying for a kid who doesnt care about having the latest and greatest we almost never see the OLED model fall this low. Besides the console, this bundle includes a digital copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxeand a 12-month subscription to Nintendos Switch Online service. Stock has been spotty over the past few days, though, so it may not be available by the time you read this. This deal was previously available at Best Buy, too, but now appears to be out of stock.Nintendo Switch + Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle for $225 at Target ($75 off, in and out of stock): If you want to save a bit more, you can get the standard Switch with the same add-ons for $50 less. The Switch OLED still has a larger and noticeably more vivid display, so its worth the extra cash if youll mainly play in handheld mode. That said, the base model can play all the same games just as well, and theres virtually no difference between the two when theyre docked to a TV. This rare $75 discount is one of the largest weve ever tracked. This deal was previously available at Best Buy, too, but now appears to be out of stock.The Xbox Series S and Xbox Wireless Controller.Xbox Series S (512GB) for $250 at Xbox ($50 off): The entry-level Xbox has had a difficult time keeping up with the technical demands of some new games, and the 512GB of storage in this model can run out fast. That said, it still has value for casual players or Game Pass subscribers who dont care about high frame rates and just want a cheap way to play the latest stuff. This $50 drop isnt an all-time low, but it makes the console a bit more palatable. Just remember theres no disc drive. Also at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and Target. If you happen to have a membership at BJ's Wholesale Club, however, you can grab the device for $220.Meta Quest 3S (128GB) + $75 Amazon digital credit for $300 at Amazon ($75 off): Meta only released the Quest 3S last month, so while this isnt a cash discount, any sort of bonus is worth noting. Just clip the on-page coupon or use the code QUEST75 at checkout to see the deal. The device itself is the budget pick in our guide to the best VR headsets: Its older Fresnel lenses certainly arent class-leading, but theyre good enough for those new to VR, and the whole thing is just as fast and comfortable as the pricier Quest 3. Most importantly, it can play the same wide array of apps and games. Also at Target if you'd prefer a different gift card. Best Buy, meanwhile, has a similar offer for the higher-end Meta Quest 3, which costs $500.PlayStation VR2 + Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle for $349 at Amazon ($251 off): To be candid, its difficult to widely recommend the PlayStation VR2: The hardware is excellent, but Sony's software support has been weak. Like the Meta Quest, you can use the headset on PC with an optional adapter, but some reviewers have said that getting that to actually work can be a hassle. So, were mostly noting this deal for posterity. But if you do have cash to burn and want to dive into games like Gran Turismo 7, Tetris Effect or the Horizon spin-off bundled here, this deal matches the lowest price weve seen. If the bundle goes out of stock, the standalone headset is on sale for the same price. Also at Best Buy, Walmart, Target, GameStop and PlayStation Direct, among others.The Meta Quest 3S.Devindra Hardawar for EngadgetValve Steam Deck (LCD, 512GB) for $337 at Steam ($112 off): The Steam Deck tops our guide to the best gaming handhelds. Its SteamOS software is much simpler to pick up and use than Windows, and it's still powerful enough to play loads of games that just cant run on devices like the Switch. That said, its starting to have trouble keeping up with the most graphically demanding titles, and the design has always been rather chunky. This deal matches the lowest price to date for the version with an LCD display and 512GB of storage. The OLED model (not on sale) is better across the board, but this is a fantastic value if you can't pay the extra $200. The discount comes as part of Steam's Autumn Sale, which includes many of the game deals we highlight below.ASUS ROG Ally X for $700 at Best Buy ($100 off): The ROG Ally X is the top Windows pick in our gaming handhelds guide. Its better-equipped to handle recent AAA fare than the Steam Deck, and its 120Hz VRR display does wonders to keep those games looking smooth. Windows itself remains something of a UI tire fire on handheld devices, but it does give you the flexibility to play games from any PC client. This $100 drop isnt massive but nevertheless ties the handhelds all-time low.Retroid Pocket 4 Pro for $150 at Retroid ($49 off): The Pocket 4 Pro is the best under $200 pick in our gaming handhelds guide. Its an Android device primarily aimed at emulating retro games, so it takes some legwork to get the most out of it. If youre willing to tinker, though, it can run many games up to the PlayStation 2 and GameCube range fairly comfortably, which is rare at this price. Its responsive buttons and bright 4.7-inch display are nice, too, though you might want to grab Retroids grip add-on to make it a little more comfortable. Retroid recently launched the bigger and more powerful Pocket 5 which were currently testing but this is a strong value for about $70 less. This discount is a new low. A few lower-power Retroid handhelds are on sale as well.The Steam Deck.EngadgetPlayStation DualSense Wireless Controller for $54 at Amazon ($21 off): While Sonys official PS5 controller has sold for less in the past, steeper discounts have been fairly uncommon over the past year, so this is an decent time to stock up if you need a spare. The offer applies to several different color options, though a few are priced $5 higher than the others. Also at Best Buy, Walmart, Target, PlayStation Direct and others.PlayStation Plus 12-month membership for 30 percent off at PlayStation: Sonys online service became a worse deal with last years sizable price hikes, but its still required if you want to play PS5 games online or use cloud saves. This years Black Friday deal is geared more toward upgrading than saving on your current plan, annoyingly, but those just signing up can grab an annual membership for 30 percent off. That brings the standard Essential tier down to $64. If youve been thinking of stepping up from the base service to the higher Extra or Premium tiers, you can take 25 or 30 percent off the usual cost of that upgrade. You can check Sonys overview page for a refresher on what perks are included with each tier.The PS5's DualSense Wireless Controller.Aaron Souppouris/EngadgetXbox Wireless Controller for $40 at Amazon ($20 off): This is another deal weve seen a few times before, but its a decent $5 to $15 off the Xbox pads typical street price, depending on which color you pick. Several different models are on sale, with some of the more vibrant colorways available for $45 or $50. Just remember that each one requires a pair of AA batteries or a separate pack for power. Also at Best Buy, Target and others.Nintendo Switch Pro Controller for $50 at GameStop ($20 off): Nintendos Pro Controller is far more comfortable to hold and satisfying to press than the standard Joy-Cons, so its a fine buy if you mainly keep your Switch docked up to a TV. Its 40-hour battery life is great, too, though fighting game and Tetris diehards will likely find its d-pad too imprecise. This discount matches the lowest price weve seen in the last couple of years. Also at Target and Best Buy.Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers for $60 at GameStop ($20 off): Between their beady buttons, lack of analog triggers and longstanding drift issues, the Joy-Cons are far from Nintendos finest product. Still, theyre the Switchs default controllers. If you need to restock, this is about as cheap as theyve been in recent years. Also at Target, Best Buy and Amazon.Astro Bot.Sony Interactive EntertainmentAstro Bot for $50 at Walmart ($10 off): The wonderfully inventive 3D platformer Astro Bot is the closest thing the PS5 has to a modern Super Mario game, even if it is a bit too reverential to the PlayStation brand. Engadget Senior Editor Jessica Conditt called it nothing less than one of the best games Sony has ever made in her review. The game was briefly available for $43 at Amazon, but this is the best price we've seen otherwise. Also at PlayStation, Best Buy, Target and others.Elden Ring for $20 at Walmart ($40 off): There isnt much we can say about Elden Ring that hasnt already been said. Its world runs almost unfathomably deep and feels lived-in (died-in) in a way few games ever have. Its both haunting and darkly funny (hello, Ordina). It is unafraid to test your resolve and make its quest matter, yet it grants you the freedom to simply walk in a different direction and find new paths forward. Its great, and this deal brings it down to the best price weve tracked. Also at Amazon and Best Buy, though stock has been spotty. If you want to double up with the games Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, a copy that comes with that DLC is on sale for $52.Metaphor: ReFantazio for $50 at Amazon ($20 off): Its about as subtle as youd expect a game named Metaphor to be, but the latest from the minds behind Persona 5 is a fantasy JRPG through and through: bombastic, stylish and deeply earnest. (And long.) This deal is a new low. Also at PlayStation and Xbox for $2 more.Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for $40 at Amazon ($30 off): Engadget UK Bureau Chief Mat Smith gave this grandiose action-RPG a favorable review earlier this year, and its one of the years highest-rated games overall. You need to have played its predecessor and, ideally, the original PS1 game to really get where its going, but its absolutely stuffed with things to do (for better and worse), and its combat system is still a rush. This is a new low for the PS5 exclusive. Also at Best Buy, or PlayStation for $2 more.Elden Ring.FromSoftware / Bandai NamcoHelldivers 2 for $30 at GameStop ($10 off): The co-op shooter Helldivers 2 straddles the line between Starship Troopers satire and genuinely rousing, strategically engaging action. You could do much worse if you want a multiplayer game you can hop in and out of at your leisure. This deal matches the lowest price weve seen for the PS5 copy. Also at Amazon, Target and Best Buy, or at PlayStation for $2 more.Marvels Spider-Man 2 for $30 at Walmart ($40 off, in and out of stock): Spider-Man 2 is essentially more Spider-Man, but bigger. It might not be the most creatively daring thing, then, but leaping from skyscrapers and stylishly beating the tar out of bad guys remains a joy, and none of it is overly self-serious. This discount is another new low. If Walmarts listing goes out of stock, Target, Best Buy and PlayStation have it on sale for $40, which is the second-best price weve seen.The Last of Us Part I for $30 at Target ($40 off): The PS5 version of Naughty Dogs tense zombie drama may be the most unnecessary remake ever made, but if youve never given it a try, its still the best way to jump in. This deal is a new low, and it comes as part of a wider suite of discounts on first-party PS5 games, including Gran Turismo 7, Returnal, Horizon Forbidden West, God of War Ragnark, Demons Souls and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart for $30 a pop. Also at Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop and others.Dragons Dogma 2 for $40 at Amazon ($30 off): Another one of the years highest-rated RPGs, Dragons Dogma 2 is unusually opaque and unforgiving for a major-studio release, but it owns that. If you can deal with some jank and hate the glut of self-serious hand-holdy adventures thatve come out in recent years, it should be worth the occasional frustration. Dont bother if you didnt like the first one, though. This the biggest discount to date for the PS5 and Xbox versions. Also at Target, or at Xbox for $2 more.Marvel's Spider-Man 2.Sony / Insomniac GamesThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for $30 at Walmart ($40 off): Its story may run in place at times, but Tears of the Kingdom remains a prime example of an open-world game done right. Its world doesnt kowtow to the player at every turn, and its delightful contraption-building mechanics provide a similar sense of freedom in solving puzzles. This discount is a new low, though as of this writing it only applies to a digital copy. If Walmart runs out of stock, Target and Best Buy also have the game for $40, which is the second-best price weve tracked.The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom for $42 at Woot ($18 off): The newest Zelda game makes a few bold changes to the series usual formula, blending the freeform spirit of Tears of the Kingdom with the top-down perspective of earlier 2D entries. It also puts the titular princess in the spotlight (finally). Engadget Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham called it a fresh and enjoyable remix of a classic Zelda game in his review. This deal marks a new low.Super Mario Odyssey for $30 at GameStop ($30 off): This ties the lowest price to date for Nintendos joyous 3D platformer, which combines pitch-perfect movement with a relentless stream of inventive design ideas. Also at Target and Best Buy. A few other first-party Switch games are available for the same price, including the adorable real-time strategy games Pikmin 1+2 and Pikmin 4, the delightful action-platformer Kirby and the Forgotten Land and the cozy island life sim Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Each of those represent all-time lows.The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.NintendoPortal: Companion Collection for $5 at Nintendo ($15 off): Portal and Portal 2 are two of the most fully actualized games ever made, a pair of human-lab-rat simulators overloaded with wit and mind-opening puzzles. The second is also one of our favorite couch co-op games. This discount ties the lowest price weve seen for the Companion Collection, which bundles both games for the Switch, and it comes as part of a wider range of digital game deals at Nintendos online store.Mass Effect Legendary Edition for $5 at Steam ($55 off): The Mass Effect trilogy doesnt hold up perfectly the original is very much a game from 2007, while the overarching morality system feels ancient in a post-Baldurs Gate 3 world but it remains as accessible and deeply entertaining as any action-RPG series out there. The Legendary Edition remasters all three titles, and this discount brings the compilation down to its lowest price to date. Also at Epic.Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon for $20 at Bandai Namco ($40 off): Armored Core VI is a big loud action game about building a mech and using it to blow up everything in sight. It rules. Yet its not mindless: Its many boss fights are genuine duels, and its deeply flexible in how it lets you tweak your death machine to tackle stages in different ways. This price is another new low. Also at GameStop, Best Buy and Amazon.Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon.FromSoftwareUnicorn Overlord for $30 at Amazon ($30 off): Unicorn Overlords story leans a little too hard on RPG tropes, but its gorgeous, and its battle system should satisfy those who pine for classic Fire Emblem or (especially) Ogre Battle games from yesteryear. Engadget Senior Writer Sam Rutherford called it a must-play for tactics fans in his review. This discount is the largest weve seen for the PS5 and Xbox editions, and it ties the all-time low for the Switch copy. Also at Best Buy and GameStop.Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 for $20 at Best Buy ($20 off): Few games take the responsibility of entertaining you as seriously as the Metal Gear series; even fewer have as clear of a voice and point of view. The Master Collection may not go as far as it should in updating the landmark stealth games for modern consoles, but if youve yet to give them a try, you really ought to take the ride. This deal ties the lowest price weve tracked.Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition for $40 at GameStop ($20 off): The moody action-RPG Cyberpunk 2077 started as a technical disaster, but years of patches have ultimately left it in a healthy place, one that lets it more easily lean on its surprisingly pointed narrative and dirty-techno-future art style. This is a new low for the games Ultimate Edition, which includes last years well-regarded Phantom Liberty expansion. Also at Best Buy.Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth for $25 at Amazon ($45 off): Infinite Wealth is the kind of goofy, playful and wholly excessive RPG thats come to define the series formerly known as Yakuza. It can border on too much, and youll need to have played past entries to get the most out of it, but its turn-based combat is fun, and its more endearing than obnoxious in the end. This discount ties the best price weve seen for the next-gen versions of the game.Cyberpunk 2077.CD Projekt RedHalo: The Master Chief Collection for $10 at Xbox ($30 off): This matches the all-time low for The Master Chief Collection, which gathers five of the venerable FPS series essential games in one package. It also includes Halo 4 (we kid). Also at Steam.Pentiment for $10 at Xbox ($10 off): Pentiment remains one of the Xboxs true gems, a gorgeous and unusually soulful 2D adventure/visual novel that examines the nature of truth itself. This deal for the Xbox version represents an all-time low. Several other digital Xbox games are on sale as part of Microsofts Black Friday sale.Psychonauts 2 for $6 at Steam ($48 off): Another entry on our list of the best Xbox games, Psychonauts 2 is a distinctly eccentric, wonderfully written 3D platformer that tackles heavy themes with real warmth. This is another all-time low. Also available for $12 at Xbox and PlayStation.Tekken 8 for $30 at Amazon ($20 off): Tekken 8 may not be the most accessible fighting game to complete beginners, but its far from impenetrable, and its battles can be thrilling once you start plumbing the mechanics of its many characters. Best of all, two of those characters are big goofy bears. This is the lowest price yet for the PS5 and Xbox versions of the game. Also at Walmart, Target and others.Halo: The Master Chief Collection.Xbox Game StudiosMadden NFL 25 for $30 at Amazon ($40 off): Madden could pretty badly use a creative reset, but its ultimately still Madden, so theres fun to be had if youre in the football mood and feel like denying Patrick Mahomes a championship in at least one realm of existence. This is the best price to date for this years latest installment. Also at Walmart and Best Buy, or at PlayStation, Xbox and Steam for $5 more.EA Sports FC 25 for $30 at Amazon ($35 off): Were not going to sit here and tell you the series formerly known as FIFA is good AI defending is still a mess, and the Ultimate Team mode still blends grinding with gambling to mind-numbing effect but we realize that many people just want to mess around as their favorite footy team. This is a new low for the PS5, PS4 and Xbox editions. Also at Walmart and Best Buy, or at PlayStation, Xbox and Steam for $5 more. The Switch version is down to $30, too, though it wont run as well.WWE 2K24 for $24 at Amazon ($11 off): We acknowledge that this is a new low for the physical PS5 and Xbox copies of the latest WWE game, which should scratch the itch for most people looking to do some fantasy booking and digital powerbombing. Just dont be surprised if you run into a few bugs every now and then; this is a 2K game, after all. Also at Walmart, Target and Best Buy, for $1 less at Xbox, or for $20 at Steam. The last-gen versions are on sale for a few bucks less as well.NBA 2K25 for $30 at Amazon ($40 off): NBA 2K has its own longstanding issues with pay-to-win online modes and occasional glitchiness, but its on-court play is generally rock solid if youre looking to play through a season or run some offline games with friends. This is a new low for the PS5 and Xbox copies of the game. Also at Walmart, Target and Best Buy. Nintendo has the Switch edition for $3 less, though that version is generally slower and more watered-down than the others.The WD Black C50 Expansion Card for Xbox Series X/S.WDWD Black C50 Expansion Card for Xbox (1TB) for $99 at Amazon ($59 off): Its aggravating, but the only way to fully increase the storage of an Xbox Series X/S is to use a proprietary expansion card. Only two of those currently exist, but the C50 is one, and this discount drops the 1TB model to a new low. Its normally sold for about $40 more in recent months. Is this still expensive compared to a normal SSD with the same capacity? You bet. But any extra savings should be welcome. A 512GB model is a couple bucks above its all-time low at $67 as well. Also at B&H and Best Buy.Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X/S (2TB) for $200 at Amazon ($160 off): Seagate makes the other official storage expansion card for the Xbox Series X/S. This discount isnt the best weve ever seen, and its been live for most of the month, but its still roughly $35 below the 2TB models typical street price. Theres little performance difference between this and the C50, so which is best merely comes down to how much space you need and whatever one costs less.Crucial P310 (1TB) M.2 2230 SSD for $70 at Amazon ($102 off): The P310 is a small-size SSD you can slot into handheld PCs like the Steam Deck or ROG Ally. It uses cheaper QLC memory, not the faster and more durable TLC, but other reviews suggest that it still performs well for what it is. This is a new low for the 1TB model. The 2TB version is down to its best price yet at $140 as well. Also at Crucial and B&H.The 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller.Photo by Jeff Dunn / EngadgetBackbone One mobile game controller for $70 at Amazon ($30 off): The Backbone One is a nifty mobile gamepad that makes playing console-style games on your phone feel a little more natural. This matches the lowest price weve tracked for the second-gen model. Both the USB-C and Lightning versions are discounted. Note that the PlayStation-branded version officially supports Sonys Remote Play app on both Android and iOS, while the standard model only supports it with the latter. Also at Backbone, Walmart and Best Buy.8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller for $48 at Amazon ($12 off, Prime only): Weve raved about this wireless gamepad for Switch and PC in the past. Its on the small side, but its comfortable, and its durable Hall effect joysticks should avoid the drift sensation that plagues many modern controllers. This discount isnt the absolute lowest price weve seen, but its a solid $12 off the devices typical street price. It's exclusive to Prime members at Amazon, but Best Buy has the pad for the same price. If you dont need Bluetooth support, a version that only connects over a USB dongle and uses Xbox-style face buttons (instead of Switch-style ones) is on sale for $40.Turtle Beach Atlas Air wireless gaming headset for $136 at Amazon ($44 off): The Atlas Air is our pick for the best gaming headset. Its one of the few wireless pairs with an open-back design, which helps it create a wider, airier and more natural sound than most of its competition. Its exceptionally comfortable on top of that, though it lets in and leaks noise fairly easily, so you should only buy it if you normally play in a quiet environment. This deal marks the headsets all-time low. Also at Best Buy for $150.The Turtle Beach Atlas Air.Photo by Jeff Dunn / EngadgetAstro A40 TR gaming headset for $90 at Amazon ($40 off): The A40 TR is our favorite wired gaming headset. Its not quite as comfy or spacious-sounding as the Turtle Beach Atlas Air, our top overall pick, but its open-back design still makes games sound like theyre happening all around you instead of feeling confined in your head. Just know that it wont block much outside noise, and its mic isnt the best. Also at B&H.HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 gaming headset for $30 at Amazon ($20 off): The Cloud Stinger 2 is the budget pick in our gaming headset guide. Its comfortable, with a solid mic and full-bodied bass, though you shouldnt expect a particularly accurate sound or exceptional build quality. This deal ties the headsets all-time low. Also at Walmart and Best Buy.Keychron Q3 Max mechanical keyboard for $182 at Keychron ($32 off): The Keychron Q Max is the top pick in our guide to the best mechanical keyboards, pairing an upscale (if heavy) aluminum case with a lovely typing experience and extensive customizability. This is the lowest price weve seen for the tenkeyless model, but other size layouts are similarly discounted. Also at Amazon for $6 more, but only for Prime members.The Keychron Q3 Max.Photo by Jeff Dunn / EngadgetKeychron V3 Max mechanical keyboard for $87 at Amazon ($22 off, Prime only): The V Max is our favorite mechanical keyboard in the $100 range. It has a plastic frame and suffers a bit more from rattling in the larger keys but otherwise carries most of the same perks as the Q Max line. This Prime-exclusive deal marks the best price weve tracked for the tenkeyless model, but other size options are 20 percent off too. Also at Keychron.Keychron C3 Pro mechanical keyboard for $22 at Amazon ($15 off, Prime only): If you want to pay as little as possible for a decent mechanical keyboard, the C3 Pro is the budget pick in our buying guide. Its keycaps are a bit slick, but its typing feel and sound are still levels above the membrane boards you usually find in this price range. This is a new low for the model with Keychron's linear Red switches. Be aware that this version isnt hot-swappable and only has a red backlight; if youre willing to pay extra, a more customizable version with RGB lighting is also on sale for $33.Razer Basilisk V3 gaming mouse for $40 at Amazon ($30 off): We recommend the Basilisk V3 in our gaming mouse buying guide for those who dont mind using a cable and prefer a more ergonomic right-handed shape. Weve seen this discount several times before, but it matches the devices all-time low. Note that Razer released an revised version with an improved sensor a few months ago, but that one costs $40 more, and its not a massive upgrade in practice. Also at Target, Best Buy and others.Corsair Scimitar RGB Elite MMO gaming mouse for $50 at Amazon ($30 off): The Scimitar RGB Elite is the top MMO pick in our gaming mouse guide. It has 12 customizable side buttons, which make it easier to pull off strings of actions in games like Final Fantasy XIV or World of Warcraft. This deal comes within a couple bucks of the lowest price we've seen. Also at Corsair and Best Buy. A wireless model with an upgraded sensor is also on sale for $89, which is the second-best price we've tracked for that variant.The Razer Basilisk V3.Jeff Dunn / EngadgetASUS TUF Gaming A16 Advantage Edition (2023) gaming laptop for $680 at Best Buy ($420 off): Although its a 2023 model, this configuration of the A16 should do the job for value-minded buyers. It comes with a 16-inch 165Hz 1,920 x 1,200 display, an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor, 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and an AMD Radeon RX 7700S GPU. Youll still have to deal with the usual trade-offs of a cheaper gaming laptop it can get warm under load, its bulky, the keyboard isnt great and the screen is somewhat dim. But its powerful enough to run newer games in 1080p, the chassis generally feels sturdy, and the battery can reach double-digit hours when you arent gaming. This discount matches this configs all-time low.Alienware M18 R2 gaming laptop for $2,200 at Dell ($600 off): The M18 R2 is an iteration of the top 18-inch pick in our gaming laptop buying guide. Its an absolute tank, but its put together well, and this configuration can blow through new games at high settings in 1080p or 1440p. It comes with a 165Hz 2,560 x 1,600 panel, an Intel Core i9-14900HX chip, 32GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU. While this deal price is far from cheap, it's a new low for this variant. A lower-spec model is on sale for $1,900, though that one will run into issues sooner with more demanding games. Also at eBay via Dell and Amazon, though it appears to be out of stock at the latter.ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) gaming laptop for $1,615 at Amazon ($285 off): While not a top pick in any of our guides, this configuration of the ROG Strix G16 should be a solid value for those in search of a 16-inch all-rounder gaming notebook. It includes an Intel Core i9-14900X chip, 16GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU, which should be enough to run many games at high-ish settings without much hassle. The overall build doesnt feel cheap, and the 2,560 x 1,600 240Hz display here is both sharp and fast. The RAM and storage are user-upgradeable, too, though the battery life and 720p webcam arent ideal. This deal matches an all-time low. Another model with a 1080p panel, a Core i7-13650HX chip and a RTX 4060 GPU is on sale for a low of $1,100, but youll have to turn down game settings more frequently to get decent frame rates with that one.The Corsair Scimitar RGB Elite.Photo by Jeff Dunn / EngadgetLG 32GS95UV-W 32-inch gaming monitor for $1,000 at Amazon ($400 off): This is a variant of the no-compromise pick in our guide to the best gaming monitors. Its a premium OLED panel with a sharp 4K resolution and a fast 240Hz refresh rate, though it can jump to a super-smooth 480Hz if you drop to 1080p (and own a PC that can handle that). Thats great if you spend a decent chunk of time in esports-style games like Counter-Strike 2. Being an OLED monitor gives it excellent contrast with deep black tones, though its not quite as vivid as the handful of QD-OLED monitors that use quantum dots to boost colors. Still, its well worth a look if you have cash to burn and know youll use the dual refresh rate modes. This deal has been live for a month but represents an all-time low. Also at LG and Best Buy. Compared to the recommendation in our guide, the only differences with this model are that it has a white finish and its built-in speakers arent as strong.MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 27-inch gaming monitor for $500 at Amazon ($200 off): This is within $20 of the lowest price weve seen for MSIs QD-OLED monitor, which blends the high contrast and inky blacks typical of OLED displays with color-enhancing quantum dots. It has a 1440p resolution and 240Hz refresh rate, which should be sufficient for most, though like many OLEDs itll look better in dim lighting than a bright room. Also at Best Buy.MSI MPG 321URX 32-inch gaming monitor for $850 at Amazon ($100 off): The MPG 321URX (gesundheit) is a larger high-end monitor with a gorgeous QD-OLED panel, a 4K resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate. It also includes a KVM switch and a USB-C port that can deliver up to 90W of charging power. Its definitely not cheap, but at its current deal price it undercuts its handful of competitors by a fair amount. MSI very briefly had it for less than $800 earlier this week, but this is the lowest price we've seen otherwise. Also at B&H.ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM 32-inch gaming monitor for $999 at Amazon ($300 off): If the MSI 321URX runs out of stock, the PG32UCDM is an excellent alternative with a similar list of features. Some reviewers we trust say it can get brighter, too, plus it supports the popular Dolby Vision HDR format. This discount represents a new low. Also at B&H and Best Buy.Black Friday gaming deals that are no longer availableXbox Series X (1TB) for $448 at Amazon ($52 off): This is well off the lowest price weve seen for the higher-end Xbox, and theres a chance we see alternative deals on Black Friday. It is Microsofts official discount, though, and any chance to save $50 is still worth calling out. Whether any Xbox is a must-have is another question, as Microsoft has put less and less emphasis on exclusives, but the Series X is still a nice piece of kit if youre sold on Xbox Game Pass or just have friends who use the platform. Also at Xbox, Walmart, Target and others.Audeze Maxwell wireless gaming headset for $200 at B&H ($100 off): The Maxwell is another excellent wireless headset we recommend in our buying guide. Its bulky, and it doesnt provide the same sense of width as our top pick, but it still sounds fantastic, with ample bass, crisp highs and impressive detail. A nice mic and long battery life help as well. The headset isnt discounted very often, so this coupon deal marks a new low. The price above applies to the PS5/PC model, but the Xbox version is also down to a new low of $230 with the same $100 discount.8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard (N Edition) for $60 at Woot ($40 off): While not a top pick in any of our keyboard guides, the wireless 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard is still a nice value for anyone looking to give their desk a more vintage look, since its keycaps and accents are inspired by Nintendos old NES console. Its comfy for typing and hot-swappable as well, though the default switches are pretty noisy. This discount matches the lowest price weve seen.Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for $42 at Woot ($18 off): This is a new low for the recent Switch remake of the beloved GameCube RPG Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. Engadget Senior Editor Devindra Hardawar was pretty straightforward in his review: Its great, you should play it.Super Mario RPG for $32 at Woot ($18 off): The lively and brisk Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars remains one of the Super Nintendos essential games. It didnt necessarily need a Switch remake, but it got one last year anyway. Thankfully, the new version keeps the originals oddball spirit in tact as it spruces up the visuals for true 3D. If youre in the market for a lighter RPG, this deal at Amazon subsidiary Woot brings the game down to a new all-time low.Check out all of the latest Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals here.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/black-friday-gaming-deals-for-2024-the-best-discounts-from-nintendo-playstation-xbox-meta-and-others-144605036.html?src=rss

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