This Xbox Series S Starter Bundle contains everything you need to play top games this Black Friday
Dive into games like Starfield and Forza Motorsport
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Although Black Friday officially begins on November 24, we’re already starting to see some fantastic console bundles and other earlyBlack Friday gaming dealspop up ahead of the popular sales period. One of the best bundles that we’ve seen so far comes fromMicrosoftin the form of theXbox Series S Starter Bundle, which launched worldwide on October 31.
Containing a whiteXbox Series Sconsole with 512GB of internal storage, a matching whiteXbox Wireless Controller, and three months ofXbox Game Pass Ultimatemembership, this bundle is the perfect way to dive into some of thebest Xbox Game Pass gamesout of the box.
Retailing for just $299.99 / £249.99, the same price as buying the console and controller on their own, this is a fantastic saving when you factor in the cost ofXbox Game PassUltimate membership. At regular monthly rates, this three month subscription would normally set you back $44.99 / £38.99.
For those not in the know, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is Microsoft’s nifty game subscription service which allows you to download and play a wide range of titles at no additional cost. This includes fantastic recent console exclusive games likeStarfieldandForza Motorsport, in addition to great third-party releases likeDead SpaceandLies of P.
A powerful compact console, the Xbox Series S is also a great entry point into current generation gaming. Although not quite as advanced as its more expensive big brother, theXbox Series X,it’s still the perfect way to experience modern games at 1440p resolution.
Xbox Series S Starter Bundle
Xbox Series S Starter Bundle: $299.99 at MicrosoftAlso available globally -With an Xbox Series S console, Xbox Wireless Controller, and three months of Xbox Games Pass Ultimate this new bundle is the perfect introduction to current generation gaming and allows you to experience top Xbox titles out of the box. In addition to the Microsoft store, this bundle can be found globally at a range of retailers.
UK price:£249.99 at Microsoft
No matter where you are, we’ve sourced the very best Xbox Series S deals in your region below:
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Dash is a technology journalist who covers gaming hardware at TechRadar. Before joining the TechRadar team, he was writing gaming articles for some of the UK’s biggest magazines including PLAY, Edge, PC Gamer, and SFX. Now, when he’s not getting his greasy little mitts on the newest hardware or gaming gadget, he can be found listening to J-pop or feverishly devouring the latest Nintendo Switch otome.
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