Skip to main content

Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. Why trust us?

The Xbox Series S and X are both on sale at Walmart

The Xbox Series X and Series S.
Microsoft

If you haven’t upgraded to the latest generation of gaming consoles, this might be the opportunity that you’ve been waiting: Walmart has slashed the prices of Microsoft’s Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X. From its original price of $299, the Xbox Series S is down to $268 for $31 in savings, while the Xbox Series X, which is originally $499, is on sale for $448 for a $51 discount. Xbox Series S and Series X deals don’t appear often, so you’re going to have to be quick with your purchase if you want to take advantage of either of these offers.

Microsoft Xbox Series S — $268, was $299

Microsoft Xbox Series X — $448, was $499

Microsoft Xbox Series S — $268, was $299

Xbox Series S placed on a white table with the controller just in front of it
Getty Images

The Xbox Series S is the budget-friendly version of Microsoft’s latest video game consoles, as it eschews the disc drive and goes fully digital. It’s also surprisingly portable, so it’s an excellent choice if you think you’ll be traveling a lot with your gaming console in tow. It’s still capable of playing the best Xbox Series X exclusives and the best Xbox Series X games, so you won’t be missing out on any titles, and if its 512GB SSD is too small for you, you’ll be able to get more space by installing a storage expansion card. It’s highly recommended that you sign up for an Xbox Game Pass subscription though, as not only will you gain access to online multiplayer modes, but you’ll also be able to download and play titles from a massive library as long as your membership remains active.

Microsoft Xbox Series X — $448, was $499

Xbox Series X on a table.
Xbox

The Xbox Series X is the more powerful console in Microsoft’s current-generation lineup. In addition to its disc drive, the advantages of the Xbox Series X, as highlighted in our Xbox Series X versus Xbox Series S comparison, include more impressive internal specifications, such as 12.15 teraflops of processing power and 16GB of RAM over the Xbox Series S’s 4 teraflops of processing power and 10GB of RAM. The Series X also has the ability for up to 8K gaming, and higher frame rates and increased fidelity for certain video games. For most gamers, the Xbox Series X will be a better purchase, especially if you sign up for Xbox Game Pass.

Aaron Mamiit
Aaron received an NES and a copy of Super Mario Bros. for Christmas when he was four years old, and he has been fascinated…
Best Xbox Series X and Series S deals: discounts and bundles
Microsoft Xbox Series X and Series S game consoles.

If you're thinking of grabbing one of the latest generations of consoles, then the Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S are a great option, especially if you combine either one with something like the Xbox Game Pass deals which gives you access to a ton of free games. Even if you don't get game pass, it's still a relatively powerful console with a lot of excellent games and other features that are worth having. That said, if you're still not absolutely sure if you want to go with an Xbox, then you may want to check out these PlayStation deals instead.
Xbox Core Wireless Controller -- $44, was $65

Whichever Xbox you buy, you get a standard controller but how about having one that shows off some of your personality? Or one that means you can play games on the couch with your buddies or family. That's where the Xbox Core Wireless Controller is so useful. Available in many different colors, you get all the benefits of an ergonomic design with sculpted surfaces and refined geometry for enhanced comfort. Up to 40 hours of battery life is convenient while it connects via Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth so you can use it with your PC, phone or tablet too.

Read more
LEGO’s bestselling kits are on sale today as early Prime Big Deal Days offer
The Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon on a white background with its box.

Lego lovers who are always on the lookout for Lego deals wouldn't want to miss the potential savings from Amazon's early Prime Big Deal Days offers. The shopping event doesn't actually start until Oct. 8, but there are already a lot of Lego kits with discounts right now, ranging from simple builds to complex structures. We're not sure how much time is remaining for any of these bargains though, as the stocks that are up for sale may run out quickly -- especially for the more popular options. If you see anything that you like, we highly recommend completing the transaction immediately if you don't want to lose your chance on these lower prices.

What to buy in Amazon's Lego sale

Read more
A bunch of PS5 games are on sale for early Prime Big Deal Day — from $20
A player stands next to Ancient Dragon Knight Kristoff in Elden Ring.

There are some fantastic PS5 game deals going on right now at Amazon. It’s all part of Amazon celebrating its Prime Big Deal Days sales event a little early. While the big day isn’t until October, Amazon has cut the price on many different games early. That includes popular titles like Elden Ring and Dying Light 2, along with older favorites like Grand Theft Auto 5. If you’re keen to snag a new game for less, you can either hit the button below to see everything that Amazon has available or read on while we take you through our highlights.

What to buy in the Amazon PS5 game sale
Some of the best PS5 games feature in the Amazon PS5 game sale right now. One of the cheapest deals is for which is down to $20 from $40. Remember spending your younger days playing through the earlier Metal Gear games? This is your chance to do so all over again with some nicely remastered graphics. The bundle includes Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2, Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2, Metal Gear Solid 3, Metal Gear (NES/FC version), and Snake’s Revenge so there’s a ton of choice here. There are also digital graphic novels and a digital soundtrack for my all-time favorite -- Metal Gear Solid.

Read more