Best gaming deals for Dec. 2023: ‘GTA V’ is only $20

UPDATE: Dec. 12, 2023, 10:45 a.m. EST This list has been updated with new deals and current pricing.

Gaming is a pricey hobby to keep up with. Not only are a staggering number of must-play titles released 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

Why we like it

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve seen the new trailer for GTA VI. While 2025 is still pretty far away, we can’t think of a better way to fill the time than to jump into the game’s predecessor for just $20. Play through GTA V‘s story, wreak havoc in GTA Online, and before you know it, GTA VI will be as good as yours.

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We haven’t found any deals on PlayStation Plus memberships at the moment, but check back later.

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Xbox deals

Why we like it

FromSoftware’s fantastic fantasy action RPG from 2022 has nabbed more Game of the Year nods than any other title. If you somehow haven’t played it yet, there’s never been a better time to add it to your collection.

Read Mashable’s review of Elden Ring.

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Nintendo Switch deals

Why we like it

Another steal at $299.99 (or the price of the standalone console), Nintendo’s go-to holiday bundle gets you a standard (non-OLED) Switch, a digital copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online membership; you’d spend almost $370 if you bought each component separately. The bundle went live two months earlier than usual this year, and it’s still in stock at Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, Walmart, and in the My Nintendo Store. That will probably change as we get further into December, FYI.

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PC gaming deals

Why we like it

The first-generation Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is the comfiest gaming headset we’ve tested: With FlowKnit memory foam ear cushions and a padded headband, you can wear it for hours at a time without getting a headache. It comes equipped with immersive THX Spatial Audio, intuitive on-ear controls, and a crystal-clear mic, and it works with PlayStation and Nintendo Switch consoles in addition to PCs.

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Gaming laptop deals

Gaming laptops under $500

Gaming laptops under $1,000

• Asus TUF A17 Gaming Laptop (AMD Ryzen 5 4600H, GeForce GTX 1650, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $687 $799.99 (save $112.99)

• Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 (AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $729.99 $1,049 (save $319.01)

• Gigabyte 15.6-inch Gaming Laptop (Intel i7-12650H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $749.99 $1,099.99 (save $350)

• Lenovo Legion 5 (AMD Ryzen 7 7735H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $869.99 $999.99 (save $130)

• Asus ROG Strix G16 (Intel Core i5-13450HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $999.99 $1,199.99 (save $200)

• MSI Raider GE76 (Intel Core i7-12700H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $999.99 $1,599.99 (save $600)

Gaming laptops $1,000 and up

• Asus TUF Gaming F17 Gaming Laptop (AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,099.99 $1,249.99 (save $150)

• Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 Gaming Laptop (AMD Ryzen 9, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,299.99 $1,599.99 (save $300)

• MSI Vector GP68HX (Intel Core i9-12900H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, 16GB. RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,599 $1,899 (save $300)