Gaming is an entertainment activity that can be enjoyed across various platforms, be it on a smartphone, desktop, gaming laptop, or even a dedicated console hooked up to a smart TV. Avid gamers and professionals who participate in gaming tournaments require an elaborate setup to practice and hone their skills. And with the upcoming Black Friday 2023 sale, these gaming rigs can be purchased at a  discount with accessories and other gear included as part of the bundle to save on purchases.

While brands haven’t announced any deals as of yet, customers can check out last year’s deals:

1. Home consoles
Home gaming consoles are most commonly purchased for multiplayer and co-op gaming with players online. In fact, brands like Sony and Microsoft have dominated the home console category for decades with products like the Xbox and PlayStation. Every year, a new variant is launched that features a better hardware or software upgrade to support new-age games being developed. The Black Friday sale is the best time to avail oneself of great deals and discounts ranging from 10% to 25% on the best Xbox and PlayStation bundles, including games and accessories, for a single deal. These are estimates based on last year’s sales.

2. Compact retro gaming consoles
First developed by brands like Nintendo and SEGA, compact gaming consoles have been a childhood favorite since their development in the early 1990s. Mainly because these consoles were the first type of home consoles that could be hooked up to the TV set to enjoy classic games like Super Mario Bros. and Donkey Kong. These games would run off a game cassette and didn’t necessarily support ultra-graphics. Despite that, Super Mario today ranks among the world’s top-selling gaming franchises. Avid gamers who dabble in these classic compact consoles can certainly check out refurbished products during the Black Friday sale with bundled deals to save big on these purchases.

3. Handheld gaming consoles
Handheld consoles are among the bestselling toys for the Black Friday sale. Nintendo and Sony dominate these segments with the best consoles and compact versions of arcade games in gaming parlors. Last year’s sales indicated discounts in the range of $50 to $100 on handheld consoles, games, and compatible accessories. The small size and dedicated buttons for gameplay make it a popular choice for gamers who love to stay entertained on the go and want to enjoy the best of classic games in this category. Shoppers can even check out amazing offers on refurbished limited edition Gameboys that were a huge hit back in the day.

4. Hybrid consoles
Hybrid consoles offer gamers the best of both worlds, with a dedicated gaming controller and the portability option to play favorites on the go. Gamers can connect these devices to a dedicated gaming setup at home or switch to a portable screen compatible with high-end games and graphics. The Steam Deck is a popular example of a hybrid console with massive discounts of up to 60% on the console, controller, and accessory bundles.

5. Console with virtual reality
VR is the latest rage among serious gamers and avid enthusiasts alike. Virtual reality takes the cinematic experience of playing favorite games to the next level with more involved gaming participation. It is a new concept that requires elaborate hardware and supporting software setups, with only a few mainstream companies manufacturing the required hardware and software configurations. Last year, gamers got discounts of up to $300 off on popular branded consoles and accessories. Customers can expect similar deals based on last year’s Black Friday trends.

6. 4K gaming and monitors
Ultra HD graphic gaming opens doors to a new world of immersive effects that any other gaming rig cannot match. Mainly because the hardware and software support needed for 4K resolution features innovation and technology that takes gaming to a whole new level. A dedicated core processor, graphics unit, and extended memory can run 4K games with virtually zero lag and zero latency. These premium consoles, monitors, and accessories are quite pricey, but based on last year’s sale trend, shopping during the Black Friday weekend can save a lot of money, upward of $300 on the best-branded deals.

7. Mobile gaming controllers
Smartphones today can run high-end games with stellar graphics and innovative touch support. However, gamers who love using their console controllers don’t like the haptic touch response of their phones. So, companies have also designed innovative smart controllers that can be used as plug-and-play devices for smartphones. Last year, these devices were available for a discount of up to 50% on the latest range of controllers trending across popular brands.

8. PC gaming controllers
Controllers are not just designed for mobile use; gamers can buy dedicated PC controllers plugged directly into the CPU. This eliminates the need for a keyboard and mouse to play one’s favorite games. Moreover, these joystick controllers come with dedicated buttons that can be assigned to customize the gameplay for a truly engaging experience. Last year, customers could save between $50 and $100 on the latest range of branded PC gaming controllers.

9. Console controllers
Xbox and PlayStation require dedicated console controllers that can be synced for any type of gameplay to offer a customized gaming experience. Microsoft and Sony are the preferred brands when it comes to accessories for gaming consoles, with amazing brand discounts of up to 30% on the top line of accessories.

10. Cross-play controllers
Controllers designed with specific haptic feedback and synced across multiple devices are popular accessories preferred by professional gamers. These can be wired or wireless controllers that vary depending on the configuration of the gaming setup. Based on last year’s Black Friday estimates, popular branded deals start at just $100.