Xbox Series X console prices remain stubbornly unchanged this Black Friday 2025, but Microsoft is making up for it with aggressive discounts on games, controllers, and Xbox Game Pass. The biggest savings are arriving on software today, November 28, with hit titles like Borderlands 4 and Battlefield 6 slashed by 50% to just $35 each.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Xbox Series X console has zero discount at $649.99 standard price
- Borderlands 4 and Battlefield 6 both 50% off at $35
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-months down to $50.99 at Target (normally $89.99)
- Xbox Wireless Controllers now $39.99-$49.99 across all colors and variants
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Xbox fans hunting for a new console discount this Black Friday will be disappointed. Microsoft and major retailers have chosen to keep Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S pricing steady, with absolutely no bundle offers or price cuts available today. The $649.99 Series X remains the same premium price, and even Microsoft’s trade-in program offering $130 for used hardware fails to move the needle significantly.
The situation stands in stark contrast to competitor offerings. PlayStation 5 consoles are marked down $100 this week, making them $100 cheaper than an equally-priced PS5 Pro. Nintendo Switch 2 bundles include Mario Kart World with $30 in savings. Meanwhile, Xbox executives have chosen margin preservation over market penetration, a questionable strategy given the console’s already-soft sales trajectory.
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If you’ve been eyeing a new Xbox controller after a price hike earlier this year, Black Friday 2025 finally brings relief. Microsoft trimmed roughly $20 off almost every Xbox Wireless Controller in its lineup, placing standard options like Carbon Black and Robot White at $39.99 across Amazon and Best Buy. Colorful variants including the newer Storm Breaker, Heart Breaker, and Ice Breaker special editions hover between $45-$49.
While pricing at $40-$50 isn’t the bargain-basement $30-$35 range gamers once enjoyed, it represents the best value available today. Supply is already tight, with popular shades vanishing quickly from major retailers. If you need a second controller for couch co-op or want to replace a worn-out pad, inventory may not hold much longer at these discounts.
Massive Game Discounts Show Where Real Value Lives
The true Black Friday value for Xbox players rests squarely with games. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds both dropped to $30 this week (normally $69.99), representing 57% savings. Borderlands 4 and Battlefield 6 hit $35 each with 50% discounts, while Elden Ring plummeted to $15 at Walmart (a staggering 75% off).
| Game Title | Original Price | Sale Price | Discount |
| Elden Ring | $59.99 | $15.00 | 75% off |
| Metal Gear Solid Delta | $69.99 | $30.00 | 57% off |
| Borderlands 4 | $69.99 | $35.00 | 50% off |
| Battlefield 6 | $69.99 | $35.00 | 50% off |
Steam is also seeing 80+ Xbox Game Studios titles slashed by 90-95% in its Black Friday sale. Whether purchasing physical copies or digital downloads, this represents the deepest game discounts available across any platform this week. IGN’s recent coverage highlights Star Wars Outlaws at $19.99 (normally $39.90) and Sonic X Shadow Generations at half off.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Reaches Lowest Price of 2025
Target is currently offering Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $50.99 per 3-month subscription (normally $89.99), representing a 43% discount and the lowest price subscribers will find this year. Amazon matches $59.99 for the same plan, while Target’s deeper Cut expires today, November 28, making it a time-limited window.
“The max you can fill out your account with is 12 [months], which in the US currently costs $611.88 in total ($203.96 per year). Now that’s a lot, and I’m never going to recommend you suddenly shell out just over $600 on a subscription service, certainly not in this economy.”
— Robert Anderson, IGN Senior Commerce Editor
The subscription service just hiked prices in November, making these pre-increase discounts increasingly valuable. Game Pass Ultimate jumped to $29.99 monthly from $19.99, with lower tiers (Premium at $14.99, Essential at $9.99) unchanged. Purchasing multiple 3-month subscriptions now locks in this better pricing before rates reset higher, though stacking more than 12 months isn’t permitted by Microsoft’s terms.
Can You Skip Xbox Series X This Black Friday and Still Join the Party?
With Xbox Series X refusing to budge on price while competitors discounted aggressively, potential console buyers should evaluate their options carefully. At $649.99, the system costs the same as a PS5 Pro currently on sale, making the comparison unavoidable. PlayStation 5 standard editions undercut Xbox by $100 during Black Friday. Nintendo Switch 2 bundles provide genuine savings stacked on top of hardware costs.
The bright side for existing Xbox owners: controller deals make now the perfect time to upgrade or build out your accessory collection before prices revert upward. Game discounts remain exceptional, particularly on popular titles like Elden Ring and recent blockbusters. Game Pass pricing at Target won’t repeat until at least next year’s holiday season.
Sources
- IGN – Xbox Black Friday 2025 deals and pricing verification
- Microsoft Store – Official Xbox pricing and trade-in program details
- Walmart – Game discount pricing and availability
Annabelle Ink is a gaming journalist and lifelong gamer who lives and breathes video game culture. From console releases to esports tournaments, this dedicated journalist brings insider knowledge and genuine enthusiasm to every review and feature. Her expertise spans multiple gaming platforms, helping readers discover their next favorite game while staying connected to the pulse of the gaming industry.