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Walmart's Black Friday sale is offering huge discounts
The Walmart Black Friday sale is in full swing (Future)
We've seen a lot of Black Friday sales in our time, but the one launched by Walmart US is still surprising us in terms of the range of products covered and the size of the discounts – so make sure you don't miss out by browsing our guide to the very best deals.
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We recently reported that rumors of Sonos headphones had emerged again, and a new report suggests there's a lot more on the way from the brand in 2024 and 2025: a new subwoofer, a new portable speaker, and even a set-top box for streaming video services.
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The Fitbit Charge 6 is a fun but flawed tracker
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Don't spend any money on the new Fitbit Charge 6 without reading our in-depth review first: we found that it offered decent battery life and is packed with features, but there are some flaws you'll want to know about before you part with your hard-earned cash.
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Kotaku Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:15 AM
    

This story is part of our new Future of Gaming series, a three-site look at gaming's most pioneering technologies, players, and makers.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:56 AM
     Silent Hill 2 Remake is definitely not canceled, Bloober Team confirms

Silent Hill 2 Remake first appeared back on October 20, 2022. We got a full trailer, a look at the updated, remake version of James Sunderland, and confirmation that the revival of the horror classic would be developed by Layers of Fear and Blair Witch studio Bloober. Since then, news about SH2 Remake has been more or less nonexistent. We've heard snippets, but the whole thing has gone eerily quiet. As Konami seemingly pushes to bring back some of its most-beloved games, including Metal Gear Solid with the MGS3 remake, and Silent Hill as a franchise via Silent Hill F, Silent Hill Townfall, and the interactive series Ascension, despite the absence of updates, Bloober confirms Silent Hill 2 Remake is not canceled.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Silent Hill 2 system requirements, The best horror games, Silent Hill 2 release date

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:47 AM
     Is Dungeons of Hinterberg on Game Pass?

Is Dungeons of Hinterberg on Game Pass? Set in the Austrian Alps, this action RPG with social simulation mechanics has would-be travelers explore dungeons after the sudden appearance of magic in the area. From what we've seen from the general reaction since its reveal, Dungeons of Hinterberg is making waves with its stunning art style, as well as its newly revealed side activities and the ability to socialize with NPCs, much like the Persona series.

And we're also among those excited about Dungeons of Hinterberg, as it made a great impression during our Dungeons of Hinterberg preview. So, if you want to know if you can play the upcoming RPG game for just the subscription cost, here is everything you need to know about Dungeons of Hinterberg on Game Pass.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPG games, Best free Steam games, Upcoming PC games

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:40 AM
     Save big on gaming on the go with this Razer Blade laptop bundle

You can get a free Razer Edge gaming handheld and Razer Kishi V2 Pro, worth a combined £450, when you buy a selected Razer Blade gaming laptop from Laptops Direct (UK). And many of these high-end laptops are discounted for Black Friday, netting you savings of up to £519.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Razer Viper V2 Pro review, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) review, Best gaming mouse

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:36 AM
     One of Steam's best MMORPGs is having a massive sale with free bonuses

Guild Wars 2 is currently having a massive Black Friday sale and program to help welcome in brand new players, as the MMORPG has also been on Valve's Steam platform for just over a year. So if you've been looking for a reason to give the game a go, or to finally dive into some of the expansions, now's the time.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best MMORPG on PC, The best dragon games on PC, Guild Wars 2: End of Dragons review

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:38 AM
     Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 might not be replaced by new Super variant

The GeForce RTX 4070 Super will not replace the vanilla GeForce RTX 4070, according to the latest Board Channels leak. As the rumored mid-generation Super refresh looms, many thought Nvidia would discontinue its older RTX 4000-series models, but the RTX 4070 is seemingly popular enough for Nvidia to keep on the market.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GeForce RTX 4060 review, DLSS explained, Best graphics cards

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:20 AM
     GameMaker, the engine behind Undertale and Hotline Miami, is now free

Want to get into game development? Think you could make the next Undertale or Hotline Miami? GameMaker, the tool behind both of those games is now absolutely free for non-commercial use.


PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:11 AM
     A FF14 style overhaul for WoW isn't

While World of Warcraft remains the premier MMORPG after all these years, Square Enix's Final Fantasy 14 dwarfs it graphically - pun entirely intended. The world of Eorzea is a shimmering diamond next to the somewhat clunky, cartoon feel of Azeroth, and feels more consistent narratively following the massive A Realm Reborn overhaul. Given the success of FF14's drastic changes, I asked WoW's executive producer, Holly Longdale, if Blizzard had ever considered a major rework for WoW.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: WoW Dragonflight tier list, The best WoW addons, WoW Dragonflight review

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:11 AM
     Disney Dreamlight Valley recipes list and how to cook them

What are all the Dreamlight Valley recipes? Cooking is crucial to success in the Disney life sim as you'll need to cook up some tasty grub to earn Dreamlight, make friends, and keep your stamina up. There are over 190 recipes to discover so far, and that's a lot of recipes to keep track of. Luckily, once you've made a recipe once it automatically saves to your in-game cook book, so we're here to get your recipe list bursting at the seams.

The way to the hearts of all the Dreamlight Valley characters can be found through their stomachs, but it's equally important to keep yourself well-fed, too. Some Dreamlight Valley recipes - like the Dreamlight Valley bouillabaisse recipe - offer more stamina than others, and while some can be obtained from completing quests, such as Remy's Dreaamalight Valley ratatouille recipe and Minnie's picnic favourites: crudites and fish sandwiches, others are unlocked by trying different ingredients together. To make it easier to get the most nutritious meals, we've compiled them all below, with five-star recipes offering the most energy.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Disney games, What's the next Dreamlight Valley update?, Disney Dreamlight Valley guide

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 8:13 AM
     Best Metroidvania games on PC in 2023

What are the best Metroidvania games on PC? With mechanics that have spread to all genres, few things beat a good, traditional and sprawling Metroidvania. Mostly 2D with some straightforward combat, tricky platforming, light RPG mechanics, and abilities to find that help you explore castles, alien-infested planets, dungeons, caves, whimsical forests, and so on, it's quite difficult to put down a Metroidvania until you've beaten every boss and revealed every nook on the map. Exploration is key here, so if you're looking for 2D action platformers without much in the way of it, you won't find them here.

The two games that popularized the Metroidvania genre, Nintendo's Super Metroid and Konami's Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, aren't available on PC. For Nintendo it's understandable – they're notorious for keeping their franchises on their systems – but for some reason Konami hasn't brought unarguably the best Metroidvania game to PC yet. While we wait for them to get around to giving us a hopefully remastered taste of Alucard's journey(s) through Dracula's Castle, there's quite a few other Metroidvania games to play on PC – some recent, many of them cheap, and a few of them some of the best PC games ever made.


PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 7:41 AM
     Total War Warhammer 3 ranged attacks get big

Total War Warhammer 3 patch 4.1.0 is here, and developer Creative Assembly has a wealth of upgrades and improvements for you to enjoy. Among the patch notes of this hefty Total War Warhammer 3 update, the first major patch since 4.0 and the Shadows of Change DLC, are a big rework for settlement and siege battles, the ability to fully reset a character's skill points, and a big ranged buff courtesy of the new 'projectiles 2.0' overhaul.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Total War: Warhammer 3 DLC, Total War: Warhammer 3 races, Total War: Warhammer 3 review

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 7:33 AM
     Left 4 Dead was

Left 4 Dead is one of the greatest - if not the greatest - co-op shooters ever made. From its revolutionary 'Director' AI that personally tailors the ebb and flow of each game around you, to its wonderfully vivid cast of survivors, all characterized by the trademark Valve wit and economy of writing, even today, L4D feels more modern than many of its FPS contemporaries. As Half-Life turns 25 years old, one former Valve developer, whose credits include Portal, Half-Life 2, and CSGO, discusses the creation of Left 4 Dead, explaining how, despite its wonderful, seamless playing experience, beneath the hood it was "such a broken thing."

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Left 4 Dead 3 release date, Best games like Left 4 Dead, Best zombie games

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:49 AM
     Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2 release date window, story, latest news

What is the Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2 release date? The game is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2011 third-person shooter hack-n-slasher of the same name. With the excitement around the sequel growing, what do we know about Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2?

Using a combination of trailers, press releases, and developer interviews, we have collated and refined this article to provide you with a concentrated view of everything there is to know about Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2. As we learn more about what will hopefully be one of the best action-adventure games coming next year, we will continue to update this guide.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPG games, Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 release date speculation, Best Warhammer 40k games

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 7:34 AM
     Star Wars Outlaws release date speculation, trailers, and more

What is the Star Wars Outlaws release date? Ubisoft is dipping its toe into the galaxy far, far away, and recently gave us a glimpse of everything we can expect from its upcoming Star Wars game. Massive Entertainment, the team behind The Division series and the Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora game, has been working on Star Wars Outlaws since 2021.

In classic Ubisoft style, Star Wars Outlaws will be an open-world game, with action-adventure elements and a single-player experience. The story itself takes place between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, and centers around Kay Vess and her companion, Nix, as they take on a huge heist in the galaxy.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Star Wars games, Star Wars Outlaws release date, Best open-world games

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 7:21 AM
     A Plague Tale Requiem celebrates 3 million players, teases new game

A Plague Tale Requiem, which sees you fleeing from way, way too many rats, has hit three million players. Now, publisher Focus Entertainment and developer Asobo Studio have confirmed they're working together on a new game? But will it be as rodent-heavy as Requiem?

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best stealth games, Best fantasy games, Plague Tale Requiem review

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 7:46 AM
     Best Black Friday gaming chair deals in 2023

If you want to grab the best Black Friday gaming chair deals this year, we've got your back. To give you an easier shopping experience, we'll be gathering all the best deals from different retailers together here on this page.

The best gaming chairs are arguably one of the most crucial parts of any gaming desk setup. Sure, finding the best gaming monitor, keyboard, and mouse might be more of a PC gaming priority, but ultimately, a reliable seat will help you stay in the game for longer.

Of course, while ergonomics are important, there's no reason why you can't be stylish and economical while purchasing a new seat for your caboose - and with deals on gaming and office chairs, it's easier than ever to create a comfortable environment.

If your current setup is subtle and efficient, you'll have no trouble finding a chair that screams practicality. However, if you're a fan of Razer, Corsair, and Logitech products, you'll also be able to stay faithful to the bold look of your favorite gaming PC brands.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 7:20 AM
     Best Diablo 4 classes ranked

What are the best Diablo 4 classes? We've played the game for dozens of hours to bring you the ultimate guide to each Diablo 4 class and which one you should pick for your intended playstyle. We'll run through an expert analysis of the Necromancer, Rogue, Sorcerer, Barbarian, and Druid following extensive testing.

Every D4 class has a unique skill tree, allowing you to pick which abilities to use. Unlike Diablo 3, which featured set character designs, you can customize the appearance of each Diablo 4 class. The Diablo 4 release date is here, but we've already had significant hands-on experience with the game - detailed in our Diablo 4 review - and can share everything you need to know about the best Diablo 4 class.

Continue reading Best Diablo 4 classes ranked
MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:58 AM
     Pleasing your Starfield companions just got a whole lot easier

Starfield mods continue to enhance and overhaul the Bethesda RPG's base mechanics in such a way that I can't help but recommend what the community is putting time into. This time it's all about companion affinity, as a new system makes it much easier to track how your four key companions feel about you, and it looks like something Bethesda itself would make and put into the game.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield mods, Starfield outposts, Starfield traits

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 8:38 AM
     You should be excited about this gaming laptop deal at Best Buy

As a passionate tech lover and laptop tester always on the lookout for the best deals, I've just come across an absolute gem at Best Buy. The Asus TUF 15.6-inch gaming laptop currently has a price tag of $999.99 thanks to a whopping $400 reduction. You don't want to miss this deal if you're looking for a machine under $1,000 and want a balance of portability and performance.

 

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Asus ROG Swift PG27UQ review, Asus ROG Raikiri review, Best gaming motherboard

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:28 AM
     33 Immortals release date estimate, trailers, and latest news

When is the 33 Immortals release date? It's a classic story; you're banished to the afterlife - you don't want to be in the afterlife - so you recruit a huge band of fellow dead to assault God's abode. Simple, classic, we all know how this goes, right?

The co-op roguelike, 33 Immortals, is an interesting mix of MMO and top-down action akin to Hades. You can raid with up to - you guessed it - 33 people, all working in tandem to get a second chance. We have an estimate on the 33 Immortals release date, the story we know so far, and any trailers that the developer has blessed us with.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best roguelike games, Best coop games, Will 33 Immortals be on Game Pass?

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:27 AM
     Dave the Diver dev unveils The Day Before rival, playable test soon

Nakwon: Last Paradise isn't perhaps the game you'd expect to see next from Dave the Diver studio Mintrocket, but this upcoming zombie survival game promises to blend the likes of DayZ, Escape from Tarkov, and The Division to offer a rival to the likes of hotly anticipated Steam release The Day Before. If you're looking for the unique tension of PvPvE in a dark, apocalyptic world, then you can sign up now to join the Nakwon: Last Paradise pre-alpha playable test starting soon.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best survival games, Best zombie games, Best multiplayer games

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:06 AM
     League of Legends' Vel'Koz gets more

Vel'Koz has received quite a few buffs across the span of League of Legends Season 13, increasing the true damage from his passive, as well as his base and attack speeds. Turns out the devs are eager to give him even more, though, as the Eye of the Void has been given yet another set of "experimental" buffs on the LoL PBE.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: League of Legends Season 14, League of Legends patch 13.23, League of Legends tier list

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:05 AM
     Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic Remake might still be alive

Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic Remake feels like one of those quasi mythical PC gaming projects that could end up in the ether for years to come. Earlier this year, the KOTOR remake was presumed canceled after mentions of it disappeared from various official websites. This proved to be false, and the remake of one of the greatest Star Wars games ever was confirmed to be still in development, or at least, not completely canceled. Now, in the last few days, new reports have surfaced claiming Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic Remake is finished for good - but apparently this might not be true either.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Star Wars games

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:49 AM
     The best Fallout New Vegas mods

What are the best Fallout New Vegas mods? Despite being over a decade old, Fallout New Vegas enjoys a thriving modding scene that has stood the test of time. In the 12 or so years since we first took our first step in the Mojave Wasteland, some talented people have been tinkering with it until it becomes an entirely different beast.

It's been a while since we properly dived in to see what the cream of the crop is, but we've rounded up the best mods that Fallout New Vegas has to offer and popped them into this useful little list. Some add new textures to the RPG game, while others add new quests or even entirely new campaigns.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Fallout New Vegas mods, Fallout 5 release date, Best RPG games

PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:10 AM
     Best Steam Deck games 2023

What are the best Steam Deck games? Narrowing down the list of the best Steam Deck games is no easy task, as the device is capable of playing a myriad of genres and titles from across the decades. Yet whether you play your Steam Deck in small bursts, have it hooked up to an external display, or use it as your official travel buddy, there are perfect games for every occasion.

Continue reading Best Steam Deck games 2023
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PCGamesN Wednesday, November 22, 2023 5:59 AM
     Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2 has been delayed by up to a year

Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2, originally set for a Winter 2023 release, has hit a snag. As revealed by publisher Focus Entertainment, this grimdark shooter won't be making its release window, and has been pushed back by up to a year.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPG games, Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 release date speculation, Best Warhammer 40k games

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:52 AM
    

A very recent addition to the RPS best gaming monitor list has shed some cash in the Black Friday – and happily, it was already pretty good value to begin with. MSI's MAG 274UPF doesn't skimp on picture quality, despite having one of the lower RRPs for a 4K monitor, and now that it's dropped to £449 / $380, it's an even better proposal to PC owners who are as sensitive to expenditure as they are hungry for pixels.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:37 AM
    

Last time, you decided that double-jumping is better than limitless inventory capacity. As big a packrat as I am, I cannot and would not disagree with this outcome. We also switched to a new poll system and that seems to be working for more folks, so that's grand. More data points means better and more conclusive science. This week, I ask you to imagine putting yourself inside things in two exciting and extremely different different ways. What's better: seeing your outfit in cutscenes, or telefragging?

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:01 AM
    

Mimimi Games have announced two chunky Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew DLC expansions - the German strategy game studio's final releases, before they close their doors for good. Both are down to launch on 6th December, and will add "several hours" of stuff to the sneaky sea-dog simulator.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, November 22, 2023 8:03 AM
    

The Xmas season approaches, but for some of us, Halloween never ends. I've just finished (well, reached a grisly end within) the demo for Chiyo, a first-person horror game from Nimbus Games, set in Edo era Japan, in which you are a plucky young mystic sent by the Tokugawa Shogunate's Magical Arcane Division to investigate and cleanse a spooky abandoned mansion on the coast.

Much like the protagonist of fellow Japan-set exor-simulator Ghostwire: Tokyo, you have a brace of occult, gesture-based powers with which to explore and, hopefully, vanquish any lurking spirits, but so far, the only ones I've gotten access to are a funky finger torch, the ability to unseal cursed doors, and the ability to see glowing puzzle props through surfaces. I very much do not feel like an Edo era John Constantine. I don't even feel like an Edo era Scooby Doo. I mean, at least he was good at running away: the titular Chiyo waddles about like she's worried her trousers are about to fall down.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, November 22, 2023 7:38 AM
    

What's the best Steam Deck accessory that isn't a microSD card? My vote's for a docking station: all it takes to turn this handheld PC into a functioning desktop is a few extra ports. Ports that are provided most gladly by the Syntech Docking Station, which thanks to Black Friday, is currently 20% off in the UK and 40% off in the US.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, November 22, 2023 5:38 AM
    

Dyson Sphere Program is already rather overwhelming - this is, after all, a strategy sim about wrapping whole planets in conveyor belts so as to build cages around stars and harvest their juices - and now the absolute madfolk of Youthcat Studio are adding combat features. It's like watching somebody upend a bucket of termites over the world's most elaborate model trainset.

The associated Rise of the Dark Fog update is out on 15th December. Youthcat have put together a nifty announcement trailer that makes cunning use of the ability to raze factories from orbit - I'm curious to know if it was actually performed in-game.

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Twinfinite Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:00 AM
    
Look into the Void, and choose the Armor best suited for you.

Twinfinite Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:08 AM
    
The best PlayStation deals of the year

Siliconera Wednesday, November 22, 2023 10:00 AM
    

Best Black Friday 2023 Sales on Switch Consoles and Games

As with our Xbox guide, the Siliconera Black Friday 2023 Switch Black Friday 2023 guide is designed to help sift through sales on consoles and games. We collected all the best prices from various stores to make things easier for everyone.

Best Switch Black Friday 2023 Deals on Consoles

With the Switch, there really aren't any special deals this year. Rather, there's a Black Friday bundle. It's an OLED model with a custom Super Smash Bros Ultimate design and a digital copy of the fighting game. It's $349.99 at pretty much every retailer. So if you go to stores like Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, it will be there.

There's also the standard $199.99 Switch Lite. Target is advertising an Isabelle's Aloha Edition, which is pink and doesn't come with any game.

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Best Switch Black Friday 2023 Deals on Games

Lots of retailers are offering various Switch games on sale for Black Friday 2023, and here are some of the more notable releases you could keep in mind.

  • Afterimage: Deluxe Edition - $24.99 at GameStop
  • Akiba's Trip: Undead & Undressed Director's Cut - $29.99 at Best Buy, Target
  • Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Crash Bandicoot 4 - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Crisis Core: FFVII Reunion - $29.99 at Best Buy
  • Cult of the Lamb - $24.99 at Best Buy
  • Disgaea 7 - $44.99 at GameStop
  • Disney Dreamlight Valley Cozy Edition - $34.99 at Best Buy, GameStop, and Target
  • Doki Doki Literature Club Plus - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Dredge Deluxe Edition - $34.99 at GameStop
  • Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes - $29.99 at Best Buy and Target
  • Gal Guardians - $34.99 at GameStop
  • Harvestella - $29.99 at Best Buy
  • The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - $30 at Walmart
  • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - $60 at Walmart
  • Master Detective Archives: Rain Code - $39.99 at Best Buy
  • Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol 1 - $39.99 at Best Buy and GameStop
  • NieR: Automata The End of YoRHa Edition - $29.99 at Best Buy
  • Octopath Traveler 2 - $39.99 at Best Buy
  • Omori - $24.99 at Best Buy
  • Persona 5 Royal - $24.99 at Best Buy
  • Rune Factory 3 Special - $29.99 at Target
  • Samba de Amigo: Party Central - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Shin Megami Tensei V - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Sonic Superstars - $34.99 at Target
  • Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life - $29.99 at Target
  • Tactics Ogre Reborn - $29.99 at Best Buy
  • Theatrhythm Final Bar Line - $29.99 at Best Buy
  • Xenoblade Chronicles 3 - $39.99 at Best Buy, GameStop, and Target

Note that in many cases Black Friday sales may begin on November 23, 2023 online, so check applicable retailer sites for possible deals.

The post Best Black Friday 2023 Sales on Switch Consoles and Games appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:30 AM
    

Fae Farm Game Trial

For those with a subscription to Nintendo Switch Online, the farming simulator and action-RPG Fae Farm will be available to try out for free starting today via the Game Trials program. The full game will be available to download and play for free from November 22-28, 2023, so long as you have a Nintendo account and a Nintendo Switch Online membership.

This free game trial for Fae Farm won't be available in all countries. However, since Fae Farm supports multiplayer, you will be able to play with others even if you only have the trial version of the game downloaded. Note that like the free game trial,

The free Game Trial for Fae Farm can be downloaded from the Nintendo eShop at any time during the trial period. You can also confirm your download of the game on Nintendo's official website. However, once the trial period is over, the game will be unplayable. Your save data will not be deleted though, so if you decide to purchase the full game after the trial period ends, you can pick up where you left off. You will need a reliable internet connection to initially access the game. During the trial period, the game will also be 25% off.

Fae Farm is available now on the Nintendo Switch and PCs via Steam.

The post Fae Farm Free Game Trial on Switch This Week appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:00 AM
    

Best Black Friday 2023 Sales on Xbox Series X Consoles and Games

As always, Siliconera is attempting to make Black Friday 2023 Xbox Series X and S Black Friday 2023 shopping a little easier with a round-up of sales on consoles and games. We collected all the best prices from various ads to make things easier for everyone.

Best Xbox Series X Black Friday 2023 Deals on Consoles

Okay, the absolute best deal is also very limited as it's at BJ's Wholesale Club. It's November 23-27, 2023 deals include a $219.99 Xbox Series S and a $439.99 Xbox Series X, as shown on BlackFriday.com. But if you're not on the east coast or in states like Ohio, you won't be able to take advantage of that.

For a more universal deal, maybe consider Target? The store will have an Xbox Series X with a $75 gift card or the Xbox Series X Diablo IV bundle with a $75 gift card for $449.99. 

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Best Xbox Series X Black Friday 2023 Deals on Games

As for Xbox Series X Black Friday games you can get on sale, there are a wide array out there! Here are a sampling of some of the more notable discounts, as well as the best price to get them and where.

  • Assassin's Creed Mirage - $39.99 at Best Buy and Target, $40 at Walmart
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 - $19.99 at Target
  • Crisis Core FFVII Reunion - $29.99 at Best Buy
  • Diablo IV - $49.99 at Best Buy
  • Disney Dreamlight Valley Cozy Edition - $34.99 at Best Buy, GameStop, and Target
  • Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons - $19.99 at GameStop
  • Dredge Deluxe Edition - $24.99 at GameStop
  • Elden Ring - $39.99 at Best Buy
  • Forza Horizon 5 - $29.99 at Best Buy
  • Goat Simulator 3 - $9.99 at Best Buy
  • Gotham Knights - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Halo Infinite - $14.99 at Best Buy
  • Lies of P - $49.99 at Best Buy and GameStop
  • Like a Dragon: Ishin - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Lords of the Fallen - $49.99 at Best Buy and GameStop
  • Marvel's Midnight Suns Enhanced Edition - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 1 - $39.99 at Best Buy and GameStop
  • Mortal Kombat 1 - $39.99 at Target, $40 at Walmart
  • No More Heroes 3 - $19.99 at Target
  • Payday 3 - $24.99 at Best Buy
  • Persona 5 Royal - $29.99 at Best Buy
  • Resident Evil 4 - $30 at Walmart
  • Sonic Frontiers - $29.99 at Best Buy and Target
  • Sonic Superstars - $34.99 at Target
  • Soul Hackers 2 - $19.99 at Best Buy
  • Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life - $29.99 at Target
  • Street Fighter 6 - $30 at Walmart
  • Wild Hearts - $19.99 at Best Buy

Note that in many cases Black Friday sales may begin on November 23, 2023 online, so check applicable retailer sites for possible deals.

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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:56 AM
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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, November 22, 2023 9:47 AM
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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, November 22, 2023 6:09 AM
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WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Wednesday, November 22, 2023 8:30 AM
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WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Wednesday, November 22, 2023 8:17 AM
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