The Best Deals on Video Games and Gaming Accessories This Labor Day
Labor Day sales are already in full swing, and Lifehacker is sharing the best deals based on product reviews, comparisons, and price tracking tools before they’re gone. You can also sign up for our Add to Cart newsletter to get the best deals delivered to your inbox.
Gamers, rejoice: Labor Day not only marks the end of summer, it also kicks off the height of gaming season. With temperatures about to drop to “too cold to go outside” and long winter nights perfect for gaming marathons, I’ve rounded up the best deals on games and gear to keep you gaming until the sun warms the Earth again.
The Best Labor Day Deals on Gaming Equipment
Whether you’re looking for a new gaming laptop, a one-stop solution for all your retro games, or a radical upgrade to your racing gameplay, you can get one for a low price during Labor Day.
ASUS Tuf Gaming Laptop: Ready to Fight Without Spending a Ton of Money
This ASUS Tuf gaming laptop features a 6-core 12-thread AMD Ryzen processor for smooth gaming and multitasking, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics, 8GB of DDR5-5600MHz RAM, and a 15.6-inch FHD (1920×1080) display. Plus, it’s not only durable but also powerful, so it’s a great sell-on. All for $649.99, which is 19% off the $799.99 MSRP. While I haven’t used it, it has a 4.3 out of 5-star rating on Amazon, which is the lowest price Amazon has ever offered for this item.
Retro Gaming Console: Almost All Old Games, Instantly
If you like old games but don’t want to spend time installing a million emulators on your PC, check out this retro console . It lets you play over 20,000 games pre-installed on a 64GB TF card. Whether you like 1980s arcades, old-school PC games, or classic Nintendo titles, this console has you covered. It comes with two wireless controllers so you can play together. Twelve-year-old me would have paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for instant access to every game in existence, but 2025 me only has to shell out $39.99, down from $64.99.
Thrustmaster T248 Racing Wheel
If you love racing games on your Xbox S/X series console, crank up the adrenaline levels a few notches with this dedicated Thrustmaster T248 racing wheel. It features force feedback to let you feel the road, 25 remappable buttons, magnetic paddles for quick gear changes, a digital dashboard display, and more. It’s on sale for $289.99 for Labor Day , down $60 from the MSRP.
The Best Labor Day Deals for PS5 Gamers
For PlayStation 5 gamers, here are some deals on new games you can buy at bargain prices.
WWE 2K25
Get into the ring with WWE 2K25 on PS5. WWE’s latest festival of wrestling features over 300 Superstars, new match types, and the return of intergender wrestling. Relive iconic moments in the Bloodline Showcase, take your fury online, and explore the new open-world mode The Island. WWE 2K25 has received rave reviews from critics and can be yours for just $34.99 , half the usual price of $69.99.
Requires 2
My favorite genre is couch co-op. There’s nothing better than teaming up with a real friend. But it’s a genre that’s under-recognized right now. There are some great couch co-op games out there, like It Takes 2 , a mind-bending platformer where you and Player 2 are a couple who’ve been transformed into dolls. You’ll have to work together through each level — there’s no solo play — to save your relationship. Full of the creativity, charm, and team-based puzzles I love, It Takes 2 isn’t just a game, it’s a bonding experience. It’s currently on sale for $19.99 (was $39.99).
The Best Labor Day Deals for PC Gamers
If you’re into PC gaming, I’ve got some great deals on your mouse and keyboard, including an incredible 95% off Battlefield 2042.
Battlefield 2042
It’s one of those sale prices that’s so low it might as well be “free.” The PC version of EA’s Battlefield 2042 is currently on sale on Steam for $2.99 , a whopping 95% off its $59.99 retail price. You can also pick up the Elite Edition for $13.49, which is 85% off its retail price. While 2042 hasn’t received the most glowing reviews, it has its own dedicated fan base, and finding out if you’re one of them costs less than a cup of coffee.
Forza Franchise for Sale
The Forza racing series has been around since Forza Motorsport launched on the original Xbox in 2005. That’s 20 years of evolving and refining the racing game genre. If you want to pick it up for half price, Steam is offering 50% off a bunch of Forza games , including 2023’s Forza Motorsports, Forza Horizon 5 , and Forza Horizon 5: Hot Wheels .
The Best Labor Day Deals for Switch 2 Gamers
Switch 2 game deals are rare, and deals on the console itself are even harder to find, but there are a few good deals to be had for Labor Day.
Donkey Kong Bananza
In this inventive 3D platformer, Nintendo’s Donkey Kong and Pauline battle their way through destructible underground worlds to reclaim the Banandium gems stolen from the evil VoidCo. The adventure combines two of my favorite aspects of video games: smashing and exploration, and can be played solo or co-op. Donkey Kong Bananza is a must-play, and it’s currently available at Walmart for about $69 , down from its $79.99 price tag.
innoAura Switch 2 Carrying Cases
The Nintendo Switch 2 is undoubtedly the most stylish console yet, and these hard cases will make it look even more stylish. They fit snugly over all ports, joysticks, and buttons, protecting against bumps, drops, and dust, and have a soft interior lining to prevent scratches. Best of all, the cases come in a variety of colors and designs to keep you and your Switch 2 looking their best. These cases are on sale for just $18.99, a 30% discount off the retail price .
The Best Labor Day Deals for Xbox Gamers
And finally, Xbox lovers! Here are a couple of great deals on Series X and S games you can’t miss.
Resident Evil Village
Resident Evil Village is a great survival horror game. You are Ethan Winters, who finds himself in a terrible nightmare after his daughter is kidnapped and forced to go to a superstitious village full of werewolves, vampires, and other creepy creatures. The eighth full-fledged part of the Resident Evil saga boasts beautiful, creepy graphics and Dolby Atmos sound. And it costs very little: $9.99 instead of the usual price of $39.99.
Wander
If you’re looking for something different, try Stray , a quirky adventure where you play as a cat in a dystopian sci-fi city of the future. With the help of a robot companion, you’ll use stealth and wits to navigate dark, dangerous streets, hack future technology, and overcome obstacles on your way home. Stray is a unique game, and it’s available for $17.99 instead of $29.99.