The console can play all the latest cutting-edge games like Elden Ring or Halo Infinite at up to 1440p, which is better than HD but not quite 4K. It also supports features like HDR (high dynamic range) for better color accuracy. Critically, the Series S lacks a disk drive, which means you’ll have to download all of your games from the Xbox digital marketplace, and won’t be able to play physical copies of Xbox 360 and Xbox One games that are backward-compatible. The Xbox Series S comes with 512GB of internal storage, but you can connect an external hard drive or upgrade module if you need more room. The Xbox Series S can also be used to stream TV shows and movies from popular services like Netflix or Hulu. Microsoft’s early Black Friday deal brings the Xbox Series S down to $249, which is the price of Nintendo’s popular-but-not-nearly-as-powerful Switch. If you’ve been planning on a gaming console upgrade, or want to pick up a highly sought-after holiday gift for the gamer in your life, don’t miss this opportunity. We’ve seen the Series S sell out at a couple of retailers, so right now Best Buy is your best choice. And, once you’ve got the console in your cart, check out these related deals: The best Xbox Series X game deals
Elden Ring, $39.99 (Was $59.99)Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Standard Edition, $49.99 (Was $69.99)Gotham Knights, $39.99 (Was $69.99)Saints Row Legacy Edition, $54.99 (Was $79.99)Halo Infinite, $19.99 (Was $59.99)Resident Evil Village, $19.99 (Was $39.99)Forza Horizon 5, $34.99 (Was $59.99)Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2, $29.99 (Was $49.99)
The best Xbox Series S accessories
Xbox Wireless Controller, $39.99 (Was $64.99)Logitech G920 Driving Force Racing Wheel, $199.99 (Was $299.99)Insignia Dual Controller Charging Station, $12.99 (Was $24.99)Seagate 1TB Storage Expansion Card, $199.99 (Was $219.99)Logitech G PRO X Wireless DTS Headphone, $169.99 (Was $229.99)
