Best gaming deals this week: Save on multiple Nintendo Switch models, the Xbox Series S, and more

UPDATE: Dec. 9, 2022, 7:30 p.m. EST This list has been updated to reflect pricing and availability as of Dec. 9.

BEST PLAYSTATION DEAL: The DualSense wireless controller is one of the PlayStation 5's most impressive innovations, and brings haptic feedback to a new level. Get one pre-owned at GameStop at a reduced price — $44.99 ~~$54.99~~ (save $10)
BEST XBOX DEAL: The Xbox Series S is as good as it gets when it comes to budget new-gen gaming — $239.99 ~~$299~~ (save $59.01)
BEST NINTENDO DEAL: The Nintendo Switch OLED is the best version of the popular handheld console yet, and GameStop has pre-owned models on sale — $299.99 ~~$349.99~~ (save $40)
BEST PC DEAL: The Samsung Odyssey G5 is a fantastic place to start for those who want to try a curved monitor — $299.99 ~~$379.99~~ (Save $80)

Gaming is a pricey hobby to keep up with. Not only do a staggering number of must-play titles release each year, but they're also expensive (yes, games cost $70 now). That's why each week, we're bringing you the best gaming deals we can find, so you can stay in the know about the hottest new games without stressing over video game-induced debt. Whether you're looking to catch up on your backlog with discounted titles or are hoping to freshen up your setup with some new hardware, we've got you covered.

PlayStation deals

Credit: Sony

Our pick: Sony DualSense wireless controller (pre-owned)

$44.99 at GameStop (Save $10)

Why we like it

The DualSense controller is one of the coolest innovations to come out of the PlayStation 5. The biggest draw: The device's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. The feeling of having physical responses to in-game actions you take makes gaming on the PS5 a much more immersive experience, and it's worth having more than one in your possession (in case you want to bring a friend along for the ride).

Games

Elden Ring — $52.99 ~~$59.99~~ (save $7)
Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga — $39.88 ~~$59.99~~ (save $20.11)
WWE 2K22 — $39.99 ~~$69.99~~ (save $30)
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy — $14.99 ~~$59.99~~ (save $45)
Dying Light 2 — $44.50 ~~$59.99~~ (save $15.49)
The Last of Us Part II — $39.99 ~~$39.99~~ (save $30)
Final Fantasy VII: Remake — $39.05 ~~$59.99~~ (save $20.94)
The Quarry — $47.01 ~~$69.99~~ (save $22.98)
Resident Evil Village — $34.99 ~~$39.99~~ (save $5)

Hardware and accessories

WD My Passport 2TB external hard drive — $69.99 ~~$79.99~~ (save $10)
Sony PlayStation 4 — $229.99 ~~$249.99~~ (save $20)
Sony PlayStation 4 Slim — $269.99 ~~$289.99~~ (save $20)
Sony PlayStation 4 Pro — $329.99 ~~$349.99~~ (save $20)
PlayStation VR Marvel's Iron Man — $199.99 ~~$349.99~~ (save $150)

Xbox deals

Credit: Microsoft

Our pick: Xbox Series S

$239.99 at Walmart (save $59.01)

Why we like it

There's really no better budget console on the market right now than the Xbox Series S. It's affordable, compact, and boasts almost all the great features that its fancier (and pricier) sibling, the Xbox Series X, does. That includes lightning-fast load times, 120 FPS and HDR support, raytracing, and more. The only things you won't get are the built-in disc drive or true 4K resolution of the Series X, but you'll be able to play games in 1440p, which still looks fantastic. Add on an Xbox Game Pass subscription (which we highly recommend), and you have a pretty amazing combo for the price.

Games

Elden Ring — $49.94 ~~$59.99~~ (save $10.01)
The Quarry — $36.59 ~~$69.99~~ (save $33.40)
Disco Elysium: The Final Cut — $15.98 ~~$59.99~~ (save $44.01)
Gears Tactics — $13.99 ~~$39.99~~ (save $26)
Yakuza: Like a Dragon — $13.48 ~~$59.99~~ (save $46.51)
Resident Evil Village — $34.99 ~~$39.99~~ (save $5)
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy — $14.99 ~~$59.99~~ (save $45)

Hardware and accessories

Xbox Series X wireless controller — $49.99 ~~$59.99~~ (save $10)
Xbox Elite Series 2 controller — $159.99 ~~$179.99~~ (save $20)
HyperX CloudX Flight headset — $89.99 ~~$159.99~~ (save $70)
Microsoft Xbox One — $119.99 ~~$139.99~~ (save $20)
Microsoft Xbox One S — $219.99 ~~$239.99~~ (save $20)

Nintendo deals

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Our pick: Nintendo Switch OLED (pre-owned)

$299.99 at GameStop (save $40)

Why we like it

The Switch OLED is a fantastic handheld console to pick up if you skipped out on the original version and the Nintendo Switch Lite. It's more powerful, features more storage, and even packs in enhanced audio, but the real draw is the new, crystal-clear seven-inch OLED screen. We love it.

Games

Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope — $49.99 ~~$59.99~~ (save $10)
Fire Emblem: Three Houses — $51.99 ~~$59.99~~ (save $8)
Monster Hunter Rise — $39.99 ~~$59.99~~ (save $20)

Hardware and accessories

Nintendo Switch (pre-owned, original model) — $229.99 ~~$249.99~~ (save $20)
PowerA Enhanced wireless controller — $47.98 ~~$59.97~~ (save $11.99)
Nintendo Switch and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle — $299.99 ~~$359.99~~ (save $60)
SanDisk 128GB microSD card — $18.50 ~~$34.99~~ (save $16.49)
Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro — $39.98 ~~$49.99~~ (save $10.01)

PC gaming deals

Credit: Samsung

Our pick: Samsung Odyssey 32-inch G5 gaming monitor

$299.99 at Amazon (Save $80)

Why we like it

Curved gaming monitors may not seem like game-changers right away, but they certainly can be. Samsung's curved 100R panel attempts to replicate the curvature of the human eye to cut down on strain and increase immersion, which just makes playing feel better. The monitor also features a 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response times, AMD FreeSync Premium support, WQHD resolution, and HDR10 compatibility.