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SAVE UP TO $119: Find deals on Ava Fabian ArchivesXbox Series S and X consoles, with prices on the Xbox Series S Starter Bundle starting at $249.99.

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Post-Christmas Xbox console deals

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Best Series S deal Xbox Series S Starter Bundle $249.99 at Target (Save $50)

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Best Series X deal Xbox Series X console $379.99 at Walmart (Save $119.01)

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Best Game Pass deal Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: 14-Day Pass $1 at Microsoft (Save $15.99)

Are you still in the holiday spirit, or has the festive mood already started to fade? If you didn't get the dream gift you were hoping for — the one you've been not so subtly hinting at for months — then don't despair. If you were hoping that Santa would bring you an Xbox this year, then the time has come to make your own holiday dreams come true and get an Xbox console on sale today.

With post-holiday deals on Xbox consoles, you can find Xbox Series S and X consoles at affordable prices. We recommend acting fast if you're ready to start gaming, as these discounts could be gone in the blink of an eye. This year, you'll find the best Xbox console deals at Target and Walmart. Surprisingly, Amazon and Microsoft haven't been able to match prices so far, but we'll keep our eyes peeled for more Xbox deals and price drops as the New Year approaches.

The best Xbox Series S deal

Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Our pick: Xbox Series S Starter bundle

Why we like it

The Series S is the more affordable version of the latest Xbox console, and it's the best entry point for gamers who plan to take advantage of the Xbox Game Pass. The Series S Starter Bundle has been going in and out of stock at various retailers over the holiday season, and you can find it this week at Target. The starter bundle comes with the Series S console, a wireless controller, and three months of Game Pass Ultimate.

Best Xbox Series X deal

Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Our pick: Xbox Series X console

Why we like it

Walmart has the best price on the Xbox Series X console at the moment, with a very attractive markdown (or rollback, if you prefer). This is the most powerful Xbox console Microsoft has ever created, capable of powering 4K gaming, 3D spatial audio, and a lag-free experience. You can even enjoy your favorite Xbox titles from previous generations of the console. This version of the console only comes with 16GB of storage, so keep that in mind if you're looking for the best possible specs.

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• Xbox Series X console (1TB) — $399.99$499.99(save $100)

Best Xbox Game Pass deal

Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Our pick: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: 14-Day Pass

Why we like it

So far, only Microsoft has been able to crack the cloud gaming experience, and Xbox Game Pass remains the best way to enjoy hundreds of titles without buying hundreds of titles. This week, the Microsoft online store has a promotion that lets new users sign up for 14 days of Game Pass Ultimate for just $1. Of course, you'll have to be careful of the dreaded auto-renew, as the regular monthly price of $16.99 kicks in when the initial period ends. Until then, you can try out the Ultimate membership and play some of the biggest video games of the year, including Starfield, Lies of P, and Forza Motorsport.

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