Paramount has announced a Sonic the Hedgehog spin-off movie that's set to launch in 2028, and fans believe the film will finally see Keanu Reeves' Shadow the Hedgehog step up as its star.
Currently titled "Sonic Universe Event Film," the movie has been given a December 22, 2028 release date on Paramount's upcoming movie calendar, according to Variety.
As Sonic fans will know, Paramount's schedule already includes another upcoming movie for the Blue Blur: Sonic the Hedgehog 4, which is set to debut on March 19, 2027, and properly introduce both Metal Sonic and Amy Rose. So, what will this subsequent spin-off be about?
Fans seem certain that Shadow the Hedgehog (last seen acting as an antagonist in 2024's Sonic the Hedgehog 3) is now getting a movie all to himself, following positive feedback to Reeves' portrayal of the spiny antihero and almost $500 million at the box office for his proper big screen debut.
A movie focusing on Shadow also simply makes sense, rather than one centered on any of the franchise's characters more closely aligned with Sonic. Shadow, of course, also previously starred in his own video game, a 2005 third-person shooter, which featured its own cast of side-characters. So, is this finally where we see Rouge the Bat?
As of now, Paramount is keeping schtum on all things Shadow and Rouge-shaped, perhaps unsurprisingly considering the fact it has Sonic 4 to launch first. Officially, it's yet to be confirmed whether this spin-off will indeed be a Shadow the Hedgehog vehicle, or whether Shadow will also be back for Sonic 4.
Each of the three Sonic films released to date have brought bigger returns for Paramount, with more than $1 billion now raked in for the trilogy. But the trio's box office pales in comparison to the $1.36 billion raked in by Nintendo's Super Mario Bros. Movie. Interestingly, Paramount has no Sonic movie set to launch next year, leaving the field clear for Nintendo's sequel, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
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“Right now, we’re still thinking about what to make next,” Okamura said. “Since we created an opportunity (with MGS Delta) for new players to experience the Metal Gear series, I do want to continue with it.”
He continued: “It could be a remake, or we might challenge ourselves by creating a brand new game. The Metal Gear series is part of videogame history, spanning pixel art to cinematic presentation, and so each title requires a different approach to expressing and remaking it.
“We won’t apply the methodology used to make the recent MGS Delta to all other games in the series — rather we intend to find the best approach for each specific game.”
Okamura also touched on the amount of time it took for the team at Konami to be in a position to remake Metal Gear Solid 3. “Most of the original staff members had left and the team had been reorganized, however we gathered people together and finally arrived at the point where we could make MGS Delta. As a team, we are confident that we achieved a level of quality that not only preserves the appeal of the original but also that modern players could enjoy. We are currently working out concrete plans for what we are going to do next.”
However, when asked about the possibility of a Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots remake, Okamura remained cautious, saying: “the hardware back then required very specific designs to get the most out of the 3D technology that was available at the time, so MGS4 ended up with some pretty unique code. It seems like it would be quite a challenge to bring that into the present day.”
At the moment, 2008’s Metal Gear Solid 4, which ties up all the loose ends in Solid Snake’s story, is only playable on PlayStation 3. Based on the original game release order and rumors, a remastered port of MGS4 is expected to be included in the upcoming Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, however Konami has yet to announce the official line-up for this second anthology of MGS games to be released on current gen platforms.
While Okamoto’s comments address a remake rather than a remaster, his thoughts on MGS4’s unique code may explain why it is taking Konami so long to release Volume 2. Okamura previously said that the team are taking their time on Volume 2 to avoid the performance issues that dogged Volume 1 at launch: “we’re going to do everything we can not to repeat that, but we just have to ask for everyone to give us time.”
Verity Townsend is a Japan-based freelance writer who previously served as editor, contributor and translator for the game news site Automaton West. She has also written about Japanese culture and movies for various publications.
Rockstar co-founder and former Grand Theft Auto writer Dan Houser has likened AI to mad cow disease, and claimed that humanity is being pulled in a direction “by a certain group of people who maybe aren't fully rounded humans.”
The impact of AI has been swift and forceful, with the emergence of tech such as ChatGPT fueling an economic bubble some worry will burst. The way the internet works is being reshaped, too, with the idea of fair use of content for the training of AI models at loggerheads with copyright protection. This has resulted in ongoing lawsuits. Disney and Universal, for example, have sued the AI image creator Midjourney, alleging that the company improperly used and distributed AI-generated characters from their movies. Disney also sent a cease and desist letter to Character.AI, warning the startup to stop using its copyrighted characters without authorization.
Enter Dan Houser, who left Rockstar in 2020 to found Absurd Ventures having worked on pretty much all the studio’s games up to that point. His new novel, A Better Paradise, is a story that revolves around AI, and so it stands to reason that he would be asked about the tech in a recent interview with Virgin Radio UK.
It’s fair to say Houser is sceptical about the future of AI.
“Some of these people trying to define the future of humanity, creativity or whatever it is, using AI, are not the most humane or creative people,” he said. “So they're sort of saying we're better at being human than you are. And it’s obviously not true.
“That is one of the other things we're trying to capture, that humanity is being pulled in a direction by a certain group of people who maybe aren't fully rounded humans.”
He continued: “I think that AI is going to eventually eat itself. As far as I understand it, which is really superficial understanding, the models scour the internet for information, but the internet's going to get more and more full of information made by the models. So it's sort of like when we fed cows with cows and got mad cow disease.
“I can't see how the information is going to get better. They’re already running out of data. It will do some tasks brilliantly but it's not going to do every task brilliantly. It’s going to become this sort of mirror of itself.
“I'm slightly obsessed by the fact that when you search for the same thing again, it doesn't give you the same answers. And it's wrong a lot of the time, but it says it so confidently.”
Houser is talking here about what happens when AI models start training on their own output, which experts say puts them at risk of collapsing. The Large Language Models, or LLMs, that power the likes of ChatGPT are said to be cannibalizing themselves via Garbage In/Garbage Out (GIGO). Or, as Houser puts it, “it's sort of like when we fed cows with cows and got mad cow disease.”
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A Fortnite artist has been forced to defend their work after fans suggested numerous images found within the game's new season are AI-generated, including a suspicious-looking poster showing a character in a hammock with an odd number of toes.
Last night, freelance artist Sean Dove took to Instagram in response to fan claims that his Studio Ghibli-style depiction of Back to the Future hero Marty McFly was the product of AI generation. Dove, a frequent Fortnite collaborator, showed off his manual process for drawing the image. But while he drew the Ghibli-esque main character himself, Dove admitted he may still have inadvertantly included AI elements in the background.
"I guess someone on reddit thinks this was AI," Dove wrote. "I think the culprit is a clock in the background. I grabbed some clocks off image search, collaged them, and halftoned them. The numbers are bad, entirely possible I grabbed an AI clock and wasn't paying attention."
And while Dove has personally responded, Fortnite developer Epic Games has so far remained silent on the topic, as fans on reddit create numerous threads pointing out other examples of images they think show signs of AI generation. (IGN contacted Epic Games for this story, but did not receive a comment back.)
Most egregious, according to fans, is an in-game poster for a location named Mile High Retreat. The image shows a pair of legs sticking out from a hammock, with five toes visible on one foot and four visible on another.
Amid all the confusion, and lack of clarification from Epic Games itself, what's clear is that Fortnite fans are keen to push back against the perception of AI art usage within the game. An enormous thread on reddit is tracking every example where players have doubts of images being made by human hands, and searching for more.
"Awful decision," wrote one player. "I hope it gets amended. As others have said, the art and style of this damn game is one of the main reasons we love it. Generative AI has no place in it."
"I thought things like Darth Vader were cool, using AI to achieve something that simply wouldn't be possible without it," another fan wrote. "But, that was the only case so far that I've genuinely found neat. Creating art is something humans, and especially Epic due to their money and resources, are very capable of doing."
Epic Games is no stranger to AI technology, of course, having previously used generative speech technology to reproduce James Earl Jones' Darth Vader portrayal. But despite having the rights and approval of Disney, the character's inclusion proved controversial, especially as players quickly began making Vader say things more aligned with the dark side of the Force.
"It doesn’t matter any more,” he continued. "The AI tag is relevant to art exhibits for authorship disclosure, and to digital content licensing marketplaces where buyers need to understand the rights situation. It makes no sense for game stores, where AI will be involved in nearly all future production.”
Speaking of AI artwork, boot up Fortnite anytime recently and you'll be greeted by a menu screen with dozens, if not hundreds, of user-made experiences that use AI artwork for their thumbnails, something Epic Games has previously said it is pointless to police, as technology rapidly improves to the point where AI images become almost impossible to distinguish.
Indeed, if nothing else, the whole matter has simply highlighted the increasing difficulty in 2025 of being able to tell what is AI-generated, and what is not.
Tom Phillips is IGN's News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social
Now that the Black Friday and Cyber Monday madness is behind us, we can get back to what's really important. Pokémon cards! Phantasmal Flames is arguably the best first expansion for a new era of the Pokémon TCG, and Mega Evolution was already looking really good.
To make things even better, Amazon has dropped the price on its Phantasmal Flames Booster Box from $299.99 to its lowest price yet, $248.99. That includes 36 boosters to crack open, and is also over $20 cheaper than TCGPlayer's lowest listing right now. Bargain, better catch it before it runs away.
It's the best feeling in the world when you're ripping everything open in one go, especially on a big box like this. Surprisingly, there seem to be quite a few Mega Charizard X ex SIRs and Hyper Gold Rares floating around, so keep a keen eye out while you're ripping packs.
There's plenty more bangers to pull in this set too, such as Dawn - 129/094 for some Diamond and Pearl Nostalgia, Mega Sharpedo ex - 127/094 with some amazing comicbook color use, and even the Alt Ultra Rare Mega Charizard X ex looks amazing with that classy use of neon green and pink to make Mega Zard x stand out.
If you're looking for even more money saved, after perhaps spending too much already over Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Then here's another great offer to consider when making purchases at Amazon. While I won't be giving out any serious financial advice, one of my favorite tricks for folks buying big purchases recently is the free $60 gift card with the Amazon Prime Visa card sign-up.
Locking in this offer, and picking up the new discount at Amazon, you'll be paying just under $190 for the Phantasmal Flames boosters, rather than the $300 list price. Now that's a proper bargain that can rival anything you saw over Cyber Monday.
If you're using your new card in the future as well, it also packs in an unlimited 3% cashback on all Amazon purchases. That's pretty rad as well, and plenty of food for thought for future Pokémon purchases as well.
Christian Wait is a contributing freelancer for IGN, covering everything collectible and deals. Find Christian on X @ChrisReggieWait.
This article contrains contributions by Robert Anderson.
Megabonk may have withdrawn itself for consideration for best indie game at next week's The Game Awards 2025, but it's now long-listed as one of 30 fan-favorite games in the running for the Players' Voice category.
"It's an honor and a dream for Megabonk to be nominated for TGA, but unfortunately, I don't think it qualifies for the category 'Debut Indie Game,'" the developer said at the time. "I've made games in the past under different studio names, so Megabonk is not my debut game."
Shortly after that, The Game Awards creator Geoff Keighley shared a statement of his own acknowledging the request and stating that Megabonk would be removed in a Twitter/X post, which it eventually was.
That was seemingly not the end of the story for Megabonk's journey at The Game Awards, however. It's now also been nominated under the publicly-voted Players' Voice category.
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach - Kojima Productions/Sony Interactive Entertainment
Delta Force - Team Jade/TiMi Studio Group
Dispatch - AdHoc Studio
Donkey Kong Bananza - Nintendo EPD/Nintendo
Doom: The Dark Ages - id Software/Bethesda Softworks
Elden Ring Nightreign - FromSoftware/Bandai Namco Entertainment
Final Fantasy XIV - Square Enix
Fortnite - Epic Games
Genshin Impact - HoYoverse
Ghost of Yōtei - Sucker Punch Productions/Sony Interactive Entertainment
Hades II - Supergiant Games
Helldivers 2 - Arrowhead Game Studios/Sony Interactive Entertainment
Hollow Knight: Silksong - Team Cherry
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle - MachineGames/Bethesda Softworks
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II - Warhorse Studios/Deep Silver
Mario Kart World - Nintendo EPD/Nintendo
Marvel Rivals - NetEase Games
Megabonk - Vedinad
Ninja Gaiden 4 - Platinum Games/Team Ninja/Xbox Game Studios
No Man’s Sky - Hello Games
Peak - Aggro Crab/Landfall
R.E.P.O. - Semiwork Studios
Silent Hill f - NeoBards Entertainment/Konami
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds - Sonic Team/Sega
Split Fiction - Hazelight Studios/EA
Warframe - Digital Extremes
Wuthering Waves - Kuro Games
"WE'RE SO BACK," Vedinad wrote (thanks, Polygon). "Megabonk is nominated for The Game Awards - Player's Voice!! I withdrew my other nomination due to Megabonk not fitting the category, but with this new nomination we're more back than ever. go vote pls."
We had a good time with Megabonk. In IGN's Megadonk quick review, we wrote: "As far as survivors-likes go, this is a pretty strong one. I'd say it's worth a look if you have an appetite for another one of these that isn't basically just a Vampire Survivors reskin. I just wish there was a little more level variety."
Vikki Blake is a reporter for IGN, as well as a critic, columnist, and consultant with 15+ years experience working with some of the world's biggest gaming sites and publications. She's also a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually High Chaos. Find her at BlueSky.
Emmy-winning director Frederick E.O. Toye is on deck to direct the opening pair of episodes of God of War, according to Deadline. Pre-production for the Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM show is reportedly underway now in Vancouver.
God of War has received a two-season order.
Toye joins the much-anticipated project alongside showrunner Ronald D. Moore, a veteran of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Battlestar Galactica, amongst others.
Toye is a prolific TV director with a long list of credits dating back two decades, stretching from episodes of Lost, Alias, and Fringe through to The Good Wife, Person of Interest, Designated Survivor, and Westworld, and to recent high-profile hits like The Boys, Fallout, The Terminal List, and The Terminal List: Dark Wolf. Toye also won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for his contribution to the first season of the 10 out of 10 FX series Shōgun.
Little is currently known about the God of War show, which was first revealed to be in the pipe back in 2022. However, it is clear that it will be unsurprisingly based on 2018's God of War (followed by God of War Ragnarök in 2022), which revamped the series and pivoted from being rooted in Greek myth to a focus on Norse mythology.
The original God of War was first released on PS2 back in 2005.
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The original director of Ubisoft’s Splinter Cell remake, David Grivel, has returned to recommence his role as director on the game after leaving Ubisoft in 2022.
“Today, I am very, very happy to announce that I’m rejoining Ubisoft Toronto as Game Director on the Splinter Cell Remake!” wrote Grivel, noting the team and project are very special to him.
Grivel previously worked at Ubisoft for just over a decade, from 2011 to 2022. Prior to his brief initial tenure as director on the Splinter Cell remake he contributed as a game designer on a variety of projects, including Splinter Cell: Blacklist, Assassin’s Creed: Unity, Far Cry Primal, Far Cry 4, and Far Cry 5.
Grivel rejoins Ubisoft after a stint at Ridgeline Games working on the campaign mode for Battlefield 6, until EA abruptly shuttered the studio in early 2024.
The Splinter Cell remake, which was first announced way back in late 2021, has been skulking around in the dark for many years now. Little information about the game has made its way into the light during that time, although we do know the story of the 2002 original is set to be updated to be “more authentic and believable” to a modern-day audience.
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Justin Lin is set to direct the upcoming film adaptation of Arrowhead Game Studios’ Helldivers franchise, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Lin is best known for his work on a number of Fast & Furious movies, and was the director of the series from The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift in 2006 until Fast & Furious 6 in 2013.
It won’t mark the first time Lin has set his sights on outer space, as he also directed Star Trek Beyond in 2016 – and later returned to the Fast & Furious series to direct 2021’s F9 (in which he sent Ludacris and Tyrese Gibson into literal orbit in a 1984 Pontiac Fiero).
The Helldivers movie has been written by Gary Dauberman, the writer of several Annabelle films and The Nun – as well as the co-writer of 2017’s It and the writer of its 2019 sequel, It Chapter Two.
Heavily inspired by Paul Verhoeven’s vision for 1997 sci-fi cult classic Starship Troopers, Helldivers 2 is “the rare modern multiplayer game that does almost everything right” by boasting a ton of freedom and a smart progression system that doesn’t nickel and dime players, according to IGN’s review.
After originally arriving on PlayStation 5 and PC, Helldivers 2 also came to Xbox Series X|S in August, 2025.
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Cyber Monday is hitting its twilight moment, but that hasn't stopped Lenovo from bringing back its best Black Friday gaming PC deal. Right now you can score a Lenovo Legion Tower 5 RTX 5070 Ti gaming PC for just $1,492.49 after you stack two coupons: "EXTRAFIVE" and "LENOVOHOLIDEAL".Free delivery is included. This was the lowest price for an RTX 5070 Ti prebuilt desktop when it first went on sale, and no other deal since then has been able to beat it!
Lenovo Legion RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC for $1,492.49
The Lenovo Legion Tower 5 Gen 10 gaming PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card, 32GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB M.2 SSD. According to the product page, the processor is equipped with a 240mm liquid cooler, which is a rare upgrade for a Legion Tower 5 series. An 850W 80Plus Gold power supply provides plenty of power for future upgrades. The case offers toolless entry and non-proprietary components.
The Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX is normally a laptop CPU
This PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX CPU on a customized Intel HM870 mATX motherboard. The 255HX is traditionally a laptop-class CPU, and it's important to note that laptop CPUs are (permanently) soldered onto the motherboard. Unlike a desktop CPU, a laptop CPU cannot be upgraded. If you do plan on swapping the CPU for something better in the future, then you'll have to stick with a gaming PC equipped with a traditional desktop CPU. If you don't intend on swapping the CPU, then you'll get excellent desktop-level performance out of this chip.
The RTX 5070 Ti GPU has excellent 4K gaming performance
Despite the fact that the CPU is a mobile chip, the RTX 5070 Ti is a desktop-class graphics card with 16GB of RAM and 1,406 AI TOPS. Unlike the CPU, the GPU can be user upgraded.
Of all the RTX 50 series GPUs released thus far, the RTX 5070 Ti offers the best bang for your buck for 4K gaming performance. It performs neck-and-neck with the RTX 4080 Super and marginalizes the RTX 5080, which is only about 10%-15% faster but costs 33% more. Like all Blackwell cards, the RTX 5070 Ti supports DLSS 4. It also has 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM same as the RTX 5080, making it suitable for AI.
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
Cyber Monday is winding to a close, but there's still time to take advantage of great 3D printer deals from AliExpress. Some of the most popular 3D printer brands, including Creality, Anycubic, and Flashforge, have official AliExpress storefronts, and they all have 3D printers on sale. AliExpress is also offering sitewide coupon codes that stack with these discounts. After combining these savings, you could get a 3D printer for as low as $166. All of the printers below are sold by the manufacturer and ship locally for free from the United States so there aren't any tariffs or long shipping times.
Cyber Monday 3D Printer Deals at AliExpress
Flashforge Adventurer 5M CoreXY 3D Printer
Looking for the absolute lowest price on a 3D printer? Look no further. The Flashforge Adventurer 5M is down to well under $200 with coupon. That's impressive considering it's a CoreXY printer, which is a more stasble type of 3D printer that usually costs more than your average 3D printer.
TL;DR:
Open chamber 8.7" cubed working space
CoreXY 3D printer (more stable than other types)
600mm/s print speed with 20,000mm/s² acceleration
Auto leveling and vibration compensation
Easy assembly
Anycubic Kobra 3 Multi-Filament 3D Printer Combo
The Kobra 3 is Anycubic's entry level 3D printer with plenty of features that make it an outstanding value given it's sub-$300 price point. Even more impressive is the fact that this combo includes the Ace Pro multi-filament module that allows you to print objects with multiple colors instead of just one. The module usually sells for over $200 by itself.
TL;DR:
Open chamber 9.8" cubed working space
600mm/s print speed with 20,000mm/s² acceleration
Built-in camera for remote monitoring
Includes Ace Pro multi-filament printing module
Automatic filament switching
Auto leveling and vibration compensation
Easy assembly
Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro CoreXY Enclosed 3D Printer
The Flashforge Adventure 5M Pro is essentially a closed chamber version of the 5M with a built-in camera for remote monitoring. A closed chamber provides a more stable workbench environment, especially if you utilize the dual layer filtration system with both HEPA and carbon air filters. The benefits include a consistent temperature that allows you to use more types of filament materials, reduction of foreign contamination, lower noise, and fume containment.
TL;DR:
Closed chamber 8.7" cubed working space
CoreXY 3D printer (more stable than other types)
600mm/s print speed with 20,000mm/s² acceleration
Built-in camera for remote monitoring
Auto leveling and vibration compensation
Easy assembly
Flashforge AD5X CoreXY Multi-Filament 3D Printer
The AD5X is the Flashforge printer you want if you're looking for multi-filament (multi-color printing). Although it features an open chamber by default, you can purchase a kit that can turn it into a closed chamber setup.
TL;DR:
Open chamber 8.7" cubed working space
CoreXY 3D printer (more stable than other types)
600mm/s print speed with 20,000mm/s² acceleration
Includes multi-filament printing module
Automatic filament switching
Auto leveling and vibration compensation
Easy assembly
Creality K1C CoreXY Enclosed 3D Printer
Creality is one of the most well-regarded 3D printer brands on the market and it also happens to have an official storefront on AliExpress. Creality's K1C printer is the 2024 successor to the venerable K1 model. Upgrades include an tri-metal unicorn nozzle, clog-free metal extruder, a built-in AI camera for remote monitoring, and wider material compatibility including carbon fiber printing.
TL;DR:
Closed chamber 8.7"x8.7"x9.8" working space
CoreXY 3D printer (more stable than other types)
600mm/s print speed with 20,000mm/s² acceleration
Built-in camera for remote monitoring
Auto leveling and vibration compensation
Easy assembly
Anycubic Kobra S1 CoreXY Enclosed Multi-Filament 3D Printer
If you really want to step up your game, Anycubic's Kobra S1 is a rather huge upgrade from its entry level Kobra series. For starters, it's equipped with a CoreXY structure and features a closed chamber setup for consistent, predictable, and higher quality results. And if you want to create 3D prints with mulitple colors, don't worry because the combo includes the Ace Pro multi-filament module, which conveniently sits atop the 3D printer itself to conserve space.
TL;DR:
Closed chamber 9.8" cubed working space
CoreXY 3D printer (more stable than other types)
600mm/s print speed with 20,000mm/s² acceleration
Built-in camera for remote monitoring
Includes Ace Pro multi-filament printing module
Automatic filament switching
Auto leveling and vibration compensation
Easy assembly
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Black Friday may be behind us, but the deals bonanza isn't over just yet. If you're looking to upgrade from your outdated gaming laptop, or you want to transition from a desktop computer to a more mobile setup, there are still plenty of excellent deals to choose from for Cyber Monday. Some of these deals are better than Black Friday. I'm not sure which deals are expiring tonight and which are being extended, so if you find a laptop that's perfect for your needs, don't hesitate.
Alienware Aurora Gaming Laptop Deals
Alienware's new mainstream gaming laptop for 2025 is dubbed the "Alienware Aurora" and it replaces the previous generation's x16 and m16 series of laptops. It comes in two models: the 16 and 16X. The 16 is the more economical model, but gamers should definitely opt for the higher-end 16X model. If you're looking for build quality and performance on par with the previous generation m16, then the 16X is its spiritual successor. It features an anodized aluminum lid and base, a higher quality display, a more powerful CPU, and a GPU that isn't throttled for maximum gaming performance.
Lenovo has several strong deals, string with this Legion Pro 7 Gen 10 for $1,753.74 after you stack two coupon codes "LEGIONKRAZE" and "LENOVOHOLIDEAL" The Legion Pro 7 is Lenovo's highest end 16" gaming laptop, featuring a full metal chassis (both lid and body). It weighs approximately 5.6-6 pounds depending on the configuration. Specs include a 16" 2.5K 240Hz OLED display, AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD.
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16" Gaming Laptop Deal (RTX 5080)
Lower than Black Friday price
Lenovo has the Legion Pro 7 Gen 10 for $2,085.99 after you stack two coupons "BFLEGIONCRAZE" and "LENOVOHOLIDEAL" Specs include a 16" 2.5K 240Hz OLED display, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. This system is also preinstalled with Windows 11 Pro instead of Home.
This Legion Pro 7 Gen 10 laptop deserves special mention because the 9955HX3D processor is the most powerful mobile gaming CPU on the market, easily besting anything that Intel has in its repertoire, thanks to AMD's 3D V-Cache technology. The rest of the specs include a 16" 2.5K 240Hz OLED display, RTX 5080 GPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD.
HP OMEN MAX 16 Gaming Laptop Deal (RTX 5070 Ti)
Lower than Black Friday price
HP has the OMEN MAX 16 for $1,299.99 after coupon code "STUFFING50". New for 2025, the OMEN MAX 16 is almost entirely constructed of aluminum, including both the top lid and chassis. The OMEN MAX 16 also features a new OMEN Tempest Cooling Pro design that combines vapor chamber cooling, redesigned fan configuration, and an improved thermal interface material to maximize heat transfer.
The laptop weighs in at about 6 pounds. Specs include a 16" 1920x1200 144Hz IPS display, Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. The laptop can be customized, and I'd recommend bump the display up to an OLED model for $150.
HP OMEN MAX 16 Gaming Laptop Deal (RTX 5080)
Lower than Black Friday price
HP has the OMEN MAX 16 for $1,799.99 after coupon code "GOBBLE100". Specs include a 16" 2.5K 240Hz IPS display, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD.
OMEN MAX 16" RTX 5060 Gaming Laptop for $975
Lower than Black Friday
If your budget limits you to under $1,000, don't fret because you can still get yourself a powerful gaming laptop with excellent build quality. This OMEN MAX 16 configuration cost just $974.99 after an $800 instant discount and $25 off code "GRAVY25". It features a 16" 1920x1200 165Hz IPS display, AMD Ryzen AI 7 H350 processor, GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. The RTX 5060 is about 15%-20% more powerful than the RTX 4060 that it replaces and approaches the performance of the RTX 4070, especially with DLSS 4 enabled.
Walmart has the MSI Vector HX gaming laptop for $1299.00 after a $700 off discount. This is the lowest price I've seen so far for an RTX 5070 Ti equipped laptop. It weighs in at about 5.9 pounds. Specs include a 16" 2.5K 240Hz IPS display, AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card, 32GB of RAM. and a 1TB SSD.
Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop Deals
Alienware 18 Area-51 (18")
Alienware 16 Area-51 (16")
The Area-51 is Alienware's new flagship gaming laptop for 2025. It features an anodized aluminum shell for both the lid and bottom chassis with a gorgeous iridescent finish. The frame is made of a durable and lightweight magnesium alloy. Cooling has been upgraded with generous amounts of copper and a new thermal interface material to better transfer heat away from your hottest components as well as more fans and bigger cutouts for greater airflow. Dell claims that the laptop can handle a higher power ceiling of up to 240W TDP without raising acoustics.
Design-wise, the Area 51 has a sleeker, more contoured shape compared to previous models, with rounded edges and soft corners replacing the traditional squared off design. The hinges are internally positioned so that they're near invisible. There's a transparent window on the undercarriage to show off the internal components. As befits an Alienware laptop, there's plenty of RGB illunimation, although most of it can be turned off if you want your laptop to be a bit more subtle.
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Over the holiday weekend, Ayaneo announced the Next II, a Windows-based handheld gaming PC. It looks beefy, full-featured and, from here, a whole lot like an overpowered, probably very expensive Steam Deck running a worse operating system.
The Ayaneo Next II features a 9-inch, up-to 165Hz OLED display with a 2400x1504 resolution and a peak brightness of 1100 nits. The company says it's powered by an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chipset – the same powerful chip used by the Asus ROG Flow Z13 gaming laptop, which earned a 9/10 for its impressive gaming performance in IGN's review earlier this year. The Next II has an 85W thermal design power (TDP), or roughly how high its power consumption ceiling is. It's also got dual cooling fans, and a 115Wh battery – a huge gain over the original Next, which had just a 47Wh battery. It also outdoes the 80Wh capacity of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X. Whether that translates to longer life between charges remains to be seen, though, especially with that 85W TDP.
Taking a page from Valve's book, Ayaneo put two touch pads on the front of the Next II, which the company writes "support customizable key mapping and intuitive gesture control." Otherwise, the console has two Hall effect joysticks, Hall effect triggers with two-stage trigger locks, four bumper buttons, four face buttons, and four configurable rear buttons. And there's an 8-way D-pad that looks similar to the one Microsoft uses on its Xbox Wireless Controller. It's a lot.
It sounds like Ayaneo is going hard with this handheld – nearly everything about it sounds like the company is trying to one-up every handheld on the market today. Ayaneo didn't say when the Next II is coming out or offer pricing information, but the company isn't shy about pricing premium handhelds like, well, premium handhelds (See the $1,265 starting price of the Ayaneo Next Advance).
There's no better time to find an excuse to start 3D printing your own products than during Cyber Monday sales, because that's when 3D printers drop to their lowest prices of the year. Bambu is widely considered one of the better 3D printer brands on the market, and its most popular models are all still on sale after Black Friday.
New for 2025, Best Buy has become an official reseller of Bambu Lab. As part of Best Buy's Cyber Monday Sale this year, every Bambu Lab 3D printer is on sale right now. Although Bambu Lab now ships its products from US-based warehouses if you order from them directly, I'd still recommend getting the printer from Best Buy because the return policy is much easier (simply return to your local Best Buy store) and you accrue Best Buy rewards.
Black Friday Bambu 3D Printer Deals
Not sure which 3D printer to get? Read on below for a bit of detail on each deal.
Bambu P1S Combo 3D Printer
The Bambu P1S is the best Bambu 3D printer for most people; this is Bambu's mid-range model and offers several useful premium features at a reasonable cost. It's almost entirely fully assembled out of the box and setup should take under 15 minutes. Unlike cheaper 3D printers, the P1S features a fully enclosed chamber, which is necessary to stabilize temperature and ambient conditions in order to produce more consistent results. It boasts an acceleration speed of up to 20000 mm/s² and can print a benchy in 18 minutes. A built-in camera allows you to remotely monitor the printing process.
The P1S Combo model includes the Automatic Material System or AMS. This module basically allows for multi-filament printing, which means you can use up to four different types of filament material or colors per AMS (you can daisy chain up to four AMS to manage as many as 16 different filaments). The AMS itself normally retails $350, so it's best to get it in this combo, especially if you plan on getting it anyway in the long run.
Bambu A1 Mini 3D Printer
The A1 Mini is Bambu's most affordable 3D printer, so a $50 discount is still significant. This is an excellent entry level printer for someone who's just starting out. It doesn't take up much space at all, the touchscreen interface is intuitive to use, and maintenance is designed to be quick and easy. Since this is a more compact design, the A1 Mini is ideal for smaller projects using PLA filament.
Bambu A1 3D Printer
The main difference between the A1 and the A1 Mini is the build volume; the A1 has a larger working area. There are some other benefits to the A1's larger footprint like a larger touchscreen, but functionally the two are nearly identical. The A1 Combo model includes the Automatic Material System or AMS for multi-filament printing.
Bambu H2D AMS Combo 3D Printer
If you're ready to graduate to the best of the best, than Bambu's H2D printer should be on your list of potential candidates. This printer has every feature you could ask for, like an enclosed and heated working space, a dual-nozzle system that minimizes purge waste, built-in multi-filament printing, larger build volume than the P1S, and a bigger touchscreen.
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With streaming prices always on the rise, it makes sense to own your favorites outright, if you ask me. And now’s the time to grab as many as you want. In all the year, there’s no better time to stock up on physical movies and TV shows than Cyber Monday. Right now you can pick up 4K UHDs and Blu-rays on sale for all-time low prices at places like Amazon, Gruv, and Target.
A Big List of Cyber Monday 4K Deals
Here’s a loooong catalog where you can find all of the 4K and Blu-ray deals we’re highlighting in this article. For a more categorical approach to the mountain of deals, read on below.
Movies on Sale
While some newer movies are on sale for excellent prices (lookin' at you, Superman), most of the deeper discounts are on older movies. Thankfully, many of those older movies are stone-cold classics. We're talking Jurassic Park, Intersteller, Reservoir Dogs, and the like. You can bulk up your 4K movie collection right now for way cheaper than most any other time of year.
Movie Collections on Sale
If you want to top off your physical movie collection even faster than buying films one at a time, grab some of these collections. And they're not just any collections – these are some of the best movies ever made. The Lord of the Rings trilogy in 4K should be on any film buff's shelf. So should The Dark Knight trilogy. And while you're at it, you can add the Indiana Jones and Matrix movies as well.
TV Shows on Sale
Why buy two hours' worth of entertainment when you can buy a hundred hours? That's the question posed by TV shows on disc. You can binge some of these shows all week and still have seasons left to go at the end. Shows like Friends, Dragon Ball Super, and Twin Peaks are all on sale now for the lowest prices they've been all year. Grab them before Cyber Monday ends.
By now everyone's probably aware of the two Cyber Monday deals floating around for Apple's new AirPods Pro 3 wireless noise canceling earbuds. They normally retail for $249 but you can get either of these modest discounts:
But there's actually another way you can get it for significantly cheaper. Quickshipelectronics via eBay has certified open box Apple AirPods Pro 3 earbuds for just $149.99 with free delivery. "Open box" usually implies that these buds are new and unused. There's no mention of an official Apple warranty, however eBay does back this sale up with a 1 year Allstate warranty. Quickshipelectronics itself is a pretty well-known retailer of used or open box goods and its eBay account has nearly 400,00 reviews with a stellar 99.7% feedback rating.
Open Box AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds for $149.99
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The AirPods Pro 3 launched on September 19, so it's just over 2 months old and you can already get it for over 30% off. Like its predecessor, this is easily the best earbuds for anyone who uses an iPhone. Although it looks pretty similar to the 2nd gen AirPods, there are some pretty significant improvements under the hood. The most notable new feature is the built-in heart rate sensing, but the AirPods Pro 3 improves in other subtle ways as well, including better audio quality, better noise cancelation, long battery life, and a more weatherproof IP57 shell.
Released alongside the AirPods Pro 3 was Apple's "Live Translation", which is an Apple Intelligence feature that will translate other languages on the fly. This isn't exclusive to the AirPods Pro, however, since it can also be used with the 2nd gen AirPods Pro and the AirPods 4.
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Throughout Black Friday and the weekend, there were quite a few worthy gaming PC deals from several retailers including HP, Lenovo, Best Buy, and Walmart. For whatever reason, these deals have either sold out or gone up in price. There's really just one retailer that still has its best deals still running for Cyber Monday, and that's Alienware. It's still not too late to score a great deal on a powerful gaming PC, but the clock is ticking.
Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC From $1,750
Even when all the other deals going on, Dell (Alienware) consistently had the lowest price on a prebuilt RTX 5080 gaming PC. You can get an Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 gaming PC starting at just $1,750 (it was $1,815 on Friday). This base configuration is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB SSD. You can upgrade to 32GB of RAM for an extra $100. The RTX 5080 is a phenomenal card for playing the most demanding games in 4K resolution with ray tracing.
Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC From $1,500
Most gamers can step down from an RTX 5080 to an RTX 5070 Ti without any noticeable performance drop in gameplay. You'll notice the cost savings, however. This base configuration is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB SSD. The RTX 5070 Ti GPU was our best reviewed RTX 50 series GPU because it offers strong 4K gaming performance at a reasonable price point. It performs neck-and-neck with the RTX 4080 Super and pulls ahead in games that support DLSS 4.
Alienware Area-51 RTX 5090 Gaming PC (New) for $3,900
Dell has its flagship Alienware Area-51 gaming PC equipped with an uber powerful GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card starting at $3,899.99 after a $1,150 instant discount. The base system features a 240mm liquid cooled Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 2TB SSD. The RTX 5090 is the most powerful consumer GPU on the market. Although with this generation Nvidia has prioritized software updates, AI features, and DLSS 4 technology to improve gameplay performance, the 5090 still boasts an impressive 25%-30% uplift over the RTX 4090.
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Sonos doesn't discount its popular speakers very often, so it's a wise investment to jump on a good sale when you see one. The Sonos Arc was discontinued last year to make way for its successor, the Arc Ultra. It's no longer available new at Sonos direct, however for Cyber Monday you can pick up a certified refurbished model for just $399. That's nearly $500 less than its original retail price of $900. It's a better value than picking up the Arc Ultra, currently "on sale" for $879.
Sonos refurbished products go through rigorous testing; they come with all accessories, manuals, and documentation and are reshipped in "pristine" packaging. Most importantly, Sonos includes the same 1-year warranty as buying new. I like when retailers offer the same warranty as new because that means they have faith in the reliability of their refurbs.
Sonos Arc Soundbar (Refurbished)
The release of the Arc Ultra doesn't make the Arc any less of an outstanding speaker. The 45" soundbar houses eleven precisely engineered internal speakers, including three tweeters and eight midwoofers each paired with Class-D amplifiers. It's capable of room filling audio by itself, but you'd still benefit from a separate subwoofer to round out the low end. Unlike the Sonos Beam, which only has virtual height channels, the Arc has two physical height channels for true Dolby Atmos support. The Arc also has a built-in microphone for smart assistant compatiblity, including voice control.
Save $120 off the Sonos Arc Ultra for Cyber Monday
If you care more about getting the superior speaker, even if it might not be as cost-efficient, then the Arc Ultra might bhe the soundbar for you. This imposing 46" soundbar houses 14 total speakers, including five tweeters (plus two upward-firing speakers for Dolby Atmos supported height channels), six midwoofers, and a four-motor, dual-membrane Sound Motion woofer for impressive low-end that the original Arc lacked. The Arc Ultra uses AI enhancement technology to isolate and boost the clarity of dialogue and voices. It also has a built-in microphone so that it can be controlled using voice commands from the Sonos app or your favorite smart assistant. Check out our own Sonos Arc Ultra review.
This deal is part of a greater Sonos Black Friday Sale. Check out more deals on soundbars, speakers, and headphones, including the lowest prices of the year on the Sub 4 and Sub Mini to complement your soundbar.
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Woot!, which is owned by Amazon, is offering a rare Cyber Monday deal on one of the new Nvidia RTX 50 series graphics cards. The factory reconditioned MSI Inspire GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16GB graphics card drops to just $719.99 (normally $850 new). Amazon Prime members get free shipping, otherwise it's a trivial $5 delivery fee. This GPU comes with a 180-day MSI warranty as well as a 30-day Woot return policy. From past experience, these listings have extremely limited inventory, so this deal probably won't last the entirety of Cyber Monday. If you've been waiting for a discount on an RTX 50 series GPU for your upcoming PC upgrade, this is a good opportunity to pick one up at no markup.
MSI Inspire GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU for $719.99 (Retail $850)
Factory reconditioned with 6 month MSI warranty
The base RTX 5070 Ti graphics card retails for $749.99, so you're already saving $30 with this deal. The MSI Inspire RTX 5070 Ti is one of MSI's highest end 5070 Ti GPUs and actually retails for $849.99. It is very slim for an RTX 5070 Ti graphics card, but still provides plenty of cooling potential thanks to a beefy heatsink and triple fan combo. It's also one of the better looking GPUs with a slick gold metallic aesthetic and minimal RGB bling.
The RTX 5070 Ti GPU Is Our Best Reviewed Nvidia Blackwell GPU
It excels at 4K gaming performance at a reasonable price point
Of all the Blackwell cards released thus far, the RTX 5070 Ti offers the best value, especially if you're intending to play games at more demanding resolutions. This GPU is fully capable of running games in 4K at high framerates. It performs neck-and-neck with the RTX 4080 Super and marginalizes the RTX 5080, which is only about 10%-15% faster but costs 33% more. Like all Blackwell cards, the RTX 5070 Ti supports DLSS 4 with multi-frame generation. If you plan on using this card for AI, the RTX 5070 Ti may be a better value since it has the same amount of VRAM as the RTX 5080.
Compared to AMD, the RTX 5070 Ti is roughly comparable in raw performance to AMD's new RX 9070 XT graphics card, but the 5070 Ti has better upscaling technology and better ray tracing performance. The RX 9070 XT should be better priced at $599, but in reality you won't find any model for less than $700.
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Prospective VR gamers, there's no better time to immerse yourself in real next-gen gaming. The best Cyber Monday deals on the popular Meta Quest 3S VR headset has been carried over from Black Friday, which means you have one more day to get in on this deal before it potentially expires at midnight.
Amazon has discounted the Meta Quest 3S 128GB model to $249.99 (normally $300) and is also throwing in a bonus $50 Amazon credit with purchase. That's basically getting a Quest 3S headset for $199. You also get Gorilla Tag for free.
Note that Best Buy is offering similar Meta Quest 3S deals to Amazon, but with a $50 Best Buy gift card. The 128GB model also comes with The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners instead of Gorilla Tag. The 256GB model is down to $329.99 (was $400) and includes a $50 Best Buy gift card and the Batman: Akrham Shadow game.
Meta Quest 3S Starting at $249.99 Plus $50 Amazon Credit
Also at the official Meta eBay Store for $212.49
The Meta Quest 3S is the best standalone consumer-oriented VR headset under $300. It retails for 40% less than the Quest 3 and yet retains most of its hardware and functionality, including the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor, Touch Plus controllers with inside-out tracking, and mixed reality passthrough. However, whereas the Quest 3 has been updated with a new pancake lens design, the Quest 3S retains the Fresnel optics of the Quest 2. Although obviously not as good as the Quest 3, the Quest 3S still very much offers an immersive visual experience that is sure to impress. I myself logged in hundreds of hours on the Quest 2 before I moved on to the Quest 3. For newcomers who want to try out VR gaming without investing tons of money, of for people who want to give this as a gift to someone who's never tried VR, I would recommend the Quest 3S over the Quest, especially at this price.
TL;DR:
Same Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor
Same Touch Plus controllers
Same 120Hz refresh rate
Same Mixed reality passthrough functionality
Same tetherless and tethered functionality
Quest 3 has sharper resolution (2064x2208 vs 1832x1920)
Quest 3 has better lens array (pancake vs fresnel)
Quest 3 has wider FOV (104°/96° vs 96°/90°)
Quest 3 has higher storage capacity (512GB vs 128GB)
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
Cyber Monday 2025 is finally here, and that signals the final hours of the November-Black Friday-Cyber Weekend deals that just never seem to end! Well, that's good for anyone who has missed out on these Nintendo Switch 2 deals until now, as you've got one last chance to save before the deals disappear forever... or at least until late next year. We've gathered the absolute best discounts still in stock as Cyber Monday comes to a close.
The Best Switch 2 Cyber Monday Deals Still Live
If you're looking for the best Cyber Monday deal recommendations for Switch 2, then you've come to the right place. A lot of Nintendo discounts have come and gone in the chunky sale period, but there are still new deals popping up every day that are well worth checking out. Here's what I'd suggest picking up before the end of Cyber Monday tonight.
Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Cyber Monday Deal
Walmart has dropped a surprisingly brilliant Cyber Monday deal, and knocked $50 off the Switch 2's Mario Kart World Bundle and this price has been matched for Amazon's Cyber Monday sale as well. It's the first and only discount the Nintendo Switch 2 has had since it launched earlier this year. At $449.99, the standalone MSRP for the Switch 2, Walmart is effectively offering Mario Kart World at no additional cost, rather than the modest $30 bundle saving originally signposted.
To access the offer, shoppers must be signed in to a Walmart account (or an Amazon account), a requirement tied to the console's high demand. Adding the bundle to the basket automatically applies the $50 reduction. If stock holds, buyers can choose home delivery or collect the console from a nearby Walmart or Best Buy store depending on where you buy it from.
Switch 2 256GB MicroSD Card for $39
Are you the proud owner of a new Nintendo Switch 2? Would you like to install a lot more games on your shiny device? Then I've got some excellent news. The most affordable Switch 2 memory card is down to just $39 as part of Nintendo's official Cyber Monday sale. That's a $20 discount, and the best price we've ever seen on the handy little microSDs.
A quick reminder that these are "microSD Express" cards, and it's the only expandable storage solution available for Switch 2 users. This is the best deal of the year on these, so I'd pick one up now before the prices dramatically rise again (like they always do!).
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (Upgrade to Switch 2!)
Now lets talk games. My favorite game that is still available to buy in the sale, and trust me there were a lot (but loads are also now very out of stock), is Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. Trust me on this, even if you're picking up Mario Kart, get this as well. It takes a little more time to get into the rhythm of, so it's less of an easy party game, but once it clicks, boy is it a ride.
Not only that, but CrossWorlds is getting its very own Switch 2 upgrade soon, so you can fully take advantage of the game's pretty graphics, slick tracks, and smooth racing gameplay. It's a $10 upgrade if you do go for it, taking your total cost to $40 after picking up the game as well, but that's a whole lot better than the $70 they'll be charging for it on December 4.
GameStop Buy 2, Get 1 Free Sale on Pre-Owned Games
Okay so this techinically isn't a single deal to add to your basket, but it's well worth including. One thing I'm noticing right now is with how the world is (you know), and how short on money we all are (you know why), it's a little hard to justify paying $70 for games new, or even $80, if you're Mario Kart World or, checks notes, The Outer Worlds 2? Oh wait, that jokes outdated, Microsoft went back on that.
Still! My point stands, games are pricey as all hell these days. Back when I was younger, I went all out for preowned games, but somehow became a little hesitant of them as I grew older. These days, they are looking mighty fine again. And while I don't love GameStop, it's ongoing Buy 2 Get 1 Free Cyber Sale is rather excellent, and even includes Switch 2 games. The only catch is, like most of these other deals, that is ends TODAY. So, buckle up, and bag some cool games. Cheapest one is free, so choose wisely, friends.
Star Wars Outlaws - Gold Edition for $30
Somehow, Star Wars Outlaws returned. Hey, even a 7/10 game can be worth $30! Listen we all like to dog on this game, but I truely think there's a lot of fun to be had with Outlaws. Sure, it's got a bad rap, but you're actually getting so much genuinely great Star Wars content, it's no joke.
If anything, I really think it's worth a go for anyone who was ever on the fence about buying it for whatever console you're playing it on. I think it's a great pick for anyone on Switch 2, especially since it's dropped further in the sales, down from $60 to $40 last week, and now just $30 at Amazon for Cyber Monday. That's a great deal!
Final Fantasy I-VI Pixel Collection for $40
Listen, it feels like I've been going on about this deal for weeks (because I have), but it's still available despite high interest and it being one of the most popular games for IGN readership this month. At $39.99, that's the lowest price we've ever seen it, and I really think it's worth picking up at that price.
Breaking it down, and the value is still absurd on this deal. Based on HowLongToBeat times, you’re looking at roughly 30 cents per hour of classic Final Fantasy if you work through the whole bundle.
As I mentioned, it's the best price ever on this collection, so you're getting the best deal possible (backed up by trusted price trackers like CamelCamelCamel). There are other Final Fantasy games discounted in the sales, but this remains the best one for the Switch.
Switch 2 512GB MicroSD Card for $75
Yeah, it's another great Switch 2 microSD card deal! This is another one of the most popular items purchased by IGN readers during the Black Friday sale period, and it remains one of the best deals going for Cyber Monday as well. It's your last chance to pick up it in the sale, and I even think this is a better deal that the $39 256GB card I was discussing a little further up.
Sonic X Shadow Generations for $25
Sonic X Shadow Generations featured in my top picks from last year, and it's absolutely worth playing for just $25 on Switch 2. IMO, It's worth it for just the Shadow Generations levels alone.
I loved every minute with this game, and I even bought it again for my Steam Deck to play on the go. Trust, I may also end up buying it again on my Switch 2 if I'm feeling extra saucy. Play this game! It's brilliant! Yes, I am a Sonic fanboy, and I always will be.
Tempered Glass Screen Protector for Switch 2 for $7
Proud owner of a new Switch 2? Wait... I've already done that bit. Is your Switch 2 at risk of getting nasty stratched because you're a weirdo who keeps it next to their keys, and doesn't use a carry case?
Well, maybe not. But still, if you want that extra level of protection for your hybrid console, this is the best deal going on trusted screen protector brands at Amazon. For $7, you get two tempered glass screen protectors, and you never have to worry about your Switch 2 screen again. Huzzah!
Switch 2 1TB MicroSD Card for $170
Okay, okay, it's the last one, I promise. Well, it's the last deal, and the final Switch 2 microSD card offer I mention as well. Sure, I could've just lumped them all into one section, but where's the fun in that? It just would've ended up being a bulky section where I discuss the value of buying the 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB card options in the sale, and then you would've missed out on the rest of the deals after getting bored. The 512GB is still the best deal, by the way, but if you want something that will basically cover your for the entire Switch 2 lifecycle, this is it.
Robert Anderson is Senior Commerce Editor and IGN's resident deals expert on games, collectibles, trading card games, and more. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter/X or Bluesky.
Looking for an XL-sized OLED TV for the lowest price possible? Here's a Best Buy exclusive Cyber Monday deal that didn't exist on Black Friday. Right now you pick up the massive 77" LG B5 4K OLED Smart TV for just $1,299.99 with free delivery. This TV typically sells for $2,000, although it dropped to $1,499.99 for Black Friday. Now it's $200 less. The B5 is a current generation 2025 TV that can play PS5 games to their fullest potential.
Cyber Monday Deal: 77" LG B5 4K OLED TV for $1,299.99
The LG B5 is equipped with a W-OLED panel that boasts superior image quality compared to non-OLED TVs thanks to its near-infinite contrast ratio, near-instantaneous response times, and ability to produce true blacks. Compared to the LG C-series TVs, it lacks the Evo technology which means it isn't as bright as the (way) more expensive C5 model, however, it's very similar to the previous generation's C4 because the generational performance improvement closes the gap. If I were to choose between a 77" LG B5 or 65" LG C5 because they are similarly priced, I would hands down go with the 77" model.
OLED TVs are considered the best TVs for gaming and the B5 is no exception. It has a native 120Hz panel and four HDMI 2.1 ports, which means it can run games in 4K at up to 120fps on the PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X console. The LG B5 also supports variable refresh rate (VRR) and auto low latency mode (ALLM).
Is the LG B5 OLED TV a good TV for the Nintendo Switch 2?
Despite being a current generation console, the Nintendo Switch 2 has lax TV requirements compared to the PS5 or Xbox Series X. When the Switch is connected to its dock and a television, it is only capable of outputting a 4K resolution signal at up to 60 frames per second. Oddly, it doesn’t even get VRR when docked – that’s reserved for handheld mode only. All that aside, the Switch 2 will still benefit from an OLED TV's overall image quality, just like how the Switch OLED looks better than the original Switch, despite the fact that the screens share similar specs.
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
The 2025 Cyber Monday sales are coming to an end tonight, and that means, more than anything, that all the deals that I've been bugging you about for over a week now will soon be gone.
PlayStation's Black Friday sale has been fairly good so far, and a lot of those deals have carried on into Cyber Monday, while more than a few more have now expired. Here's what you can still get in stock right now:
The Best PS5 Cyber Monday Deals Still Available
If you missed out on some of the top discounts, do not fret, as there are still some excellent offers up for grabs on the last day of the sale, and even some brand-new discounts.
If you're looking for the best Cyber Monday deals for PlayStation gamers, you're in the right place. As a certified PS5 nerd, here's what I'd suggest picking up before the end of Cyber Monday.
DualSense Edge Controller for $170
Let's talk on what is probably the best deal going right now for PS5 gamers. The premium DualSense Edge controller has dropped to just $169.99 at Best Buy in the Cyber Monday sales, and this is your very last chance to pick it up before it just disapears until this time next year. This was a hot deal in the run up to Black Friday, but quickly sold out, and I can even see it going before the end of the day anyway.
At just under $170, it's one of best prices we've ever seen on the pricey gamepad (though it was $160 for Black Friday). While it's still an extrvagent purchase (I mean you can get a PS Portal for just $10 more!), it's perfect for anyone who wants the best PS5 controller money can buy. Built to stand the test of time, you can even replace the thumbsticks on this bad boy. $30 off is the best we're likely to get for a long time, so pick it up while you still can.
God of War Ragnarok for $20 at Best Buy
20 big ones for one of the best games ever made? You've got to be kidding me! Sure you can just boot this up with PlayStation Plus, but considering this costs just a tiny bit more than a monthly Premium membership, I truely think its worth owning like Wicked... "For Good".
Okay yeah that was a bad joke and not entirely relevant. Here's the rub. God of War Ragnarok is just $19.99 at both Target and Best Buy (while stock lasts). It's a brand new deal for Cyber Monday, and probably the best PS5 game deal we're getting in the sales today. I love this game, and considering this is a $50 discount, I truely think its worth it. We gave this a 10/10 when it came out, and I would stand by that rating with reviewer Simon Cardy, as well.
PS5 Pro for $649
Right, PlayStation consoles. They're $100 off for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so this is your last chance to pick up a PS5 Pro at its best price yet. Sure, these got a $50 price bump earlier in the year, but a $100 discount more than compensates, if slightly annoys me that it's not $150 off to bring it down to a crisp $600 instead.
Still! If you've been eyeing up the most powerful console on the market, this is the best deal going, and it won't be this price again for a long ol' time. Snap it up while you can, as PS5 stock as been a bit ropey these past few days, since loads of people are snapping them up in the run up to the holidays, just like the Switch 2.
GameStop Buy 2, Get 1 Free Sale on Pre-Owned Games
Okay so this techinically isn't a single deal to add to your basket, but it's well worth including. One thing I'm noticing right now is with how the world is (you know), and how short on money we all are (you know why), it's a little hard to justify paying $70 for games new, or even $80, if you're Mario Kart World or, checks notes, The Outer Worlds 2? Oh wait, that jokes outdated, Microsoft went back on that.
Still! My point stands, games are pricey as all hell these days. Back when I was younger, I went all out for preowned games, but somehow became a little hesitant of them as I grew older. These days, they are looking mighty fine again. And while I don't love GameStop, it's ongoing Buy 2 Get 1 Free Cyber Sale is rather excellent, and even includes some new PS5 games. The only catch is, like most of these other deals, that is ends TODAY. So, buckle up, and bag some cool games. Cheapest one is free, so choose wisely, friends.
DualSense Controllers from $55
So we've talked plenty on the DualSense Edge controller, but it's also worth noting that you can still save at least $20 on the standard DualSense controllers right now as well.
This is the same deal as last year, but if you're looking for a new gamepad, and don't want to pay full price, it's your last chance to do so today.
My favorite deal is on the DualSense Gray Camo controller, down to just $55, and dropping from its original $75 list price at Amazon. But, there's loads of colors to pick from, simply choose your favorite!
PlayStation Portal for $179
Hey, it's that deal I mentioned earlier! $20 off the PlayStation Portal might not seem like a lot, well that's because it isn't, but it's still the first ever major discount we've gotten for Sony's cloud streaming device.
Plus, with all its new bells and whistles that allow PS Plus Premium members to stream games to it, this handy device just got a whole lot more relevant. Pick one up at a discount while you still can, is my advice, I can see these only continue to rise in popularity.
Astro Bot for $40
While it's not as good as God of War Ragnarok for 20 bucks, this still continues to be one of the best deals of the Black Friday to Cyber Monday sales.
The reigning Game of the Year 2024 winner sitting at just under $40 at Walmart, and absolutely justifies it. This is the first big discount we've gotten on the incredible platformer, and it's an easy recommendation for anyone who likes to have fun.
PSVR 2 Call of the Mountain Bundle for $300
I feel like this is a bit of a harder sell than the rest of the top picks in the sale, but I'm still going to give it a go. While I haven't used a PSVR 2, I have heard its one of the best VR headsets on the market right now, and can produce some absolutely breathtaking visuals.
At $300, its $100 off, and it's your last chance to secure it at that price for a long while. If you like VR, and like PlayStation games, this is a great deal, and well worth it now at this price point.
Ghost of Yotei PS5 Bundle for $500
My final piece of hardware recommendation in the Cyber Monday sale is on the limited edition Ghost of Yotei PS5 bundles dropping to $499.99, a straight $100 off its $599.99 MSRP, and including the game.
At $500, you're saving $20 versus buying separately in the sale, and getting a beautiful special edition console to boot. You can't argue with that.
PS Plus at 33% Off
PlayStation Plus is finally getting a proper price cut for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and today is the last chance you can secure the discount. New signups can grab 33% off a 12 month membership, which is about as generous as Sony gets these days.
If you're already locked in, you can still shave 33 percent off by upgrading whatever time you have left from Essential or Extra to Premium or Deluxe. Simple, and actually worthwhile for once.
It's a cleaner offer than last year's messy tiered discounts, which spread 20 percent across Essential, 25 percent across Extra, 30 percent across Premium, plus smaller cuts on upgrades.
And while it doesn't quite top the Lunar New Year blowout with its steeper Premium and upgrade savings, it does match or outdo the more recent Days of Play numbers, where Premium and Premium upgrades also hit 33 percent.
Robert Anderson is Senior Commerce Editor and IGN's resident deals expert on games, collectibles, trading card games, and more. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter/X or Bluesky.
Cyber Monday isn't all that different from Black Friday, but it is the last official day of most sales. Most major retailers are offering similar prices we found during Black Friday, however, there are actually some better deals going on today we've included here. The IGN Deals team is here to help you maximize your savings with only the best discounts available today.
With that in mind, this is still a massive sale and we're doing our best to keep track of everything that is still live and available. Popular deals are constantly going in and out of stock at retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and more, so we're working hard to find you the best possible price available anywhere.
Our Favorite Cyber Monday Deals Today
Our favorite deal overall is the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World bundle, which, if you're fast enough, is down to $450 at Walmart and Amazon (MSRP $499 / total value $529). Even before this deal, the Switch 2 has been selling quickly and Cyber Monday is potentially your last chance to grab bundles in stock.
At this price, I expect they will go even faster. You can browse the full carousel above for more of our favorites or jump straight to the categories you're most interested in below where our experts have curated the best deals.
Best Video Game Deals
If you're looking for Cyber Monday deals on games, our Senior Commerce Editor Robert Anderson has been curating all of the best discounts from Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox. A lot of the best deals on video games have already gone out of stock, so don't hesitate on any of these deals while they're still around
PlayStation has really done the most this year with its Black Friday deals, and many of those discounts are still around for Cyber Monday. The PS5 accessory deals are especially good and you can still pick up a PlayStation Portal on sale from pretty much every major retailer. There are also plenty of DualSense controller discounts still available.
Xbox Deals
The Xbox deals are still holding strong for Cyber Monday. Almost all of the Xbox games that were on sale for Black Friday are still in stock and available at one retailer or the other and Game Pass subscriptions are still discounted. Some of the Xbox controller colors have sold out, but the discount remains. There's even a deal on the Xbox Series X at Best Buy finally.
PC Game Deals
If you're looking for PC games specifically, there are are number of places to go. Most notably, Steam launched its first Black Friday sale this year and that is still going on today, so that's definitely worth a look. If you're in the market for a subscription, you can also check out the Humble Choice Cyber Monday deal, which saves you quite a bit onone of the best video game services.
PC Gaming Deals
If you're looking for PC gaming hardware deals, our Commerce Manager Eric Song has been actively finding the best prices and promo codes available anywhere. There are some great prices available for PCs and gaming laptops equipped with the latest GPUs as well as massive discounts on gaming monitors. A lot of prices have actually improved now that Cyber Monday has arrived.
Handheld Gaming PC Deals
There aren't a ton of deals on handheld gaming PCs going on right now, but there are some. Our top pick is the discount on the Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS included. You can also get the Steam Deck at a bit of a discount directly from Steam right now. The Xbox Ally did briefly go on sale at Best Buy on Sunday evening, but the deal was gone fast.
There are quite a few really good Cyber Monday gaming monitor deals going on rigt now. The Dell sale has only gotten better since Black Friday, and LG Ultragear monitors are seeing some solid price reductions across various retailers. We've highlighted a nice mix of budget options and high-end monitors here, but all of these deals are good.
Our overall favorite headset is still on sale for Cyber Monday. We gave the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro an absolutely glowing review and this rare discount makes it worth picking up. There's also quite a few cheaper options currently available if you don't want to spend that much money. We've highlighted a mix of budget and high-end gaming headset options here.
Gaming Mice Deals
Our favorite Cyber Monday gaming mice deals are from various popular brands. Razer has some solid discounts here, but the best overall value comes from SteelSeries. Our review of the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro goes into detail about what makes this deal worth the premium price if you're looking for a bigger upgrade.
The Apple Cyber Monday sale is the same as it was for Black Friday, but that doesn't make the deals any less good. All of the latest AirPods models are at their lowest prices of the year, and you can also find big discounts on the latest iPads and MacBook Air.
TCG Deals
There's been loads of great TCG deals in the Black Friday sales so far and some of them are still in stock for Cyber Monday. What we've picked here are absolutely the favorites of our trading card game expert writers, Lloyd Coombes, and Christian Wait.
Avatar MTG Collector Booster Boxes are back in stock at Amazon, and discount for Black Friday, dropping to $399.99. They were over $550 just a week ago, so despite the high cost, this is a smashing deal. Standard play booster boxes are also discounted, and down to $149.99 for a box of 30.
LEGO Deals
Some of the best LEGO deals from Black Friday are still in stock, but many have disappeared already. The LEGO Pac-Man set has been one of the most popular deals so far, but there are tons of great options from every major LEGO Themes still avaialb. Whether you're looking for adult LEGO sets or some great options for kids, there are discounts for all ages here. Even though Amazon is selling out quickly, there are still a ton of LEGO Harry Potter sets available at Target.
4K Blu-ray Deals
Amazon hands-down has the best sale on 4K Blu-rays for Cyber Monday. There are discounts on tons of popular movies in 4K as well as box sets for less than half their normal prices. You can even get a copy of the new Superman movie in 4K for only $12.99. That's a great deal.
Board Game Deals
Amazon has a wonderful collection of board game deals going on right now and some of them are also included in its 3 for 2 sale happening today. These types of sales are a great way to pick up a bunch of board games at once and save a ton.
TV Deals
The Cyber Monday TV deals are all just as good as what we saw during Black Friday. The main exception to that is the LG OLED deals that keep going in and out of stock at eBay, like the LG G5. Those price drops might return, but they are not currently available now.
Headphone Deals
The overall best deals on earbuds right now are on the AirPods. If you need a pair of those, Cyber Monday deals are your last chance to save big. For over-ear options, we've also been finding great deals on the new Sony WH-1000XM6 at eBay.
Cyber Monday is actually one of the best times of the year to save money on gift cards before the holidays. The Giftcards.com sale going on right now can save you 15% on a ton of different gift cards. If you're buying them for yourself, that's just free money.
3D Printer Deals
There are a lot of 3D printer deals online right now, but our top pick is the Bambu 3D printers on sale at Best Buy. Best Buy has only recently become a reseller of these printers, but it's offering some of the best Cyber Monday discounts during its sale.
When Do Cyber Monday Sales End
There are a lot of similarities between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but Cyber Monday is the conclusive end to the sale. Most major retailers will be ending the sale right at midnight on December 1. That means that a good portion of the deals live today won't be live tomorrow.
With that being said, there are a lot of online stores that choose to continue sales throughout the week. And we'll likely see additional upcoming holiday sales in the lead-up to Christmas this year.
Tips for Cyber Monday Shopping Online in 2025
Planning out your Cyber Monday shopping can help you save a lot of money when it comes time to actually start making purchases. Here are a few Black Friday tips that you should consider ahead of the event:
Set a Budget – Keeping track of how much money you can actually spend is important to avoid overspending. When everything is on sale, it can be easy to buy more than you really should just because things are at their lowest price of the year.
Create a Shopping List – Knowing exactly what you're trying to find discounts on is a great way to avoid making unnecessary purchases. It can also make it easier for you to compare prices between retailers or set price drop alerts ahead of time.
Compare Prices – Retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart make it really easy to do all of your shopping there. That being said, those retailers don't always have the best price on the items you're looking for. Make sure to compare prices across the web before you buy something for more than you have to.
Research Before You Buy – If you're making an expensive purchase, make sure you do at least some research before you buy it. This means looking for independent reviews or testimony from trusted sources about those products. You shouldn't necessarily trust Amazon reviews, for example.
Be Wary of Search Results and AI Summaries - Search platforms, such as Google, have a tendency to be flooded with sponsored links in the results as well as AI summaries that are potentially biased. Be careful to avoid clicking on a sponsored ad if you're looking for reviews or searching for specific products by price.
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