Black Friday 2026 Gaming Deals: The Early Wave is Here—Here’s How to Win Big (Before It’s Too Late)
Black Friday 2026 isn’t just coming—it’s already here. And if you’ve been waiting for that perfect moment to finally grab Red Dead Redemption 2 for $20 or Sekiro for under $10, now’s your chance. But with Sony, Steam, Epic, and Amazon all unleashing their sales early, the real question is: How do you avoid the rush and still walk away with the best deals?
We’ve spent the last 48 hours scouring every store, watching the hype videos (like GameCross’s breakdown of the PSN sale), and crunching the numbers from the latest gamer surveys (73% of you are waiting for discounts—so you’re not alone). Here’s your no-BS guide to the best early Black Friday gaming deals, the games you actually want, and how to outsmart the sale rush.
The Biggest Black Friday 2026 Gaming Sales: Where to Start?
1. PlayStation Store: Early Access, No Console Deals (Yet)
Sony kicked off its Black Friday sale today, November 4, with discounts on games for PS5, PS4, and PSVR2—but no mention of console deals yet. That’s right: no PS5 or PS4 price cuts, just a mountain of game discounts up to 75% off. If you’ve been eyeing Marvel’s Wolverine, 007: First Light, or Astro’s Playroom (yes, it’s back), now’s the time to pounce.
Top PSN Black Friday 2026 Deals (So Far):
- Marvel’s Wolverine – ~60% off (~$30 from $70) [PS5/PS4]
- 007: First Light – ~50% off (~$25 from $50) [PSVR2]
- Astro’s Playroom – ~70% off (~$5 from $17) [PS5/PS4]
- Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart – ~55% off (~$25 from $55) [PS5]
- Horizon Forbidden West – ~65% off (~$20 from $58) [PS4]
Pro Tip: The PSN sale page updates daily, so bookmark it. And if you’re worried about missing out, GameCross’s survival guide has gold tips on setting up alerts and avoiding sale scams.
Why This Matters: Sony’s playing it smart—dropping games first to get you in the habit of checking their store before the console deals (if they ever come). Don’t fall for the FOMO.
2. Steam: 90% Off and Hidden Gems You’re Overlooking
Steam’s Black Friday sale isn’t official yet, but the Spring Sale 2026 just ended, and the Winter Sale is still live—meaning some of the best deals are already here. And with The Gamers Place calling out 90% off bargains, it’s clear Valve’s playing hardball.
Top Current Steam Deals (Before Black Friday Even Starts):
- Red Dead Redemption 2 – ~85% off ($19.99 from $140) [PC]
- Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice – ~80% off ($9.99 from $50) [PC]
- Metro Exodus – ~75% off ($14.99 from $60) [PC]
- Mass Effect Legendary Edition – ~85% off ($19.99 from $140) [PC]
- Divinity: Original Sin 2 – ~70% off ($19.99 from $65) [PC]
- Stardew Valley – ~60% off ($14.99 from $38) [PC]
Hidden Gems Worth the Risk:
- Outward – ~80% off ($10 from $50) [A masterpiece if you love survival RPGs]
- Hades – ~70% off ($14.99 from $40) [Still one of the best roguelikes ever]
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition – ~75% off ($29.99 from $120) [If you somehow haven’t played it]
Pro Tip: Use IsThereAnyDeal.com to track price drops in real time. And if you’re hunting for specific games, enable the