Epic early Black Friday sale on PS5 games — here are 15 deals I'd buy

God of War Ragnarok
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The first Black Friday deals of the year are already here, and right now the very early sales are offering some of the best PS5 games at unmissable prices. 

From God of War Ragnarök to Elden Ring, this is your chance to pick up essential PS5 titles at solid discounts. What’s most impressive about the Black Friday PS5 deals on this list isn’t just the quantity of games included, but rather the quality. 

Many of the biggest PS5 exclusives have been reduced, including Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart. And if that wasn’t enough, there’s also money off some of the biggest and best games of 2023, including the Resident Evil 4 remake, Street Fighter 6 and Diablo 4.  

If you’ve just recently upgraded to a PS5, or are a patient gamer who doesn’t buy games at launch, this early Black Friday sale is rewarding you with epic deals on PS5 games that deserve a place in every owner’s library. 

Plus, if you prefer to buy your PS5 digitally, there's a massive Fall Savings sale on the PlayStation Store which includes the likes of Hogwarts Legacy and Dead Space

Black Friday PS5 game deals — Top picks

God of War Ragnarök: was $69 now $65 @ Amazon

God of War Ragnarök: was $69 now $65 @ Amazon
The sequel to one of the most acclaimed PlayStation games of all time, God of War Ragnarök sees father and son duo Kratos and Atreus embark on another epic journey as they travel across all Nine Realms of Norse mythology. Enjoy visceral combat against a multitude of foes, as well as rewarding exploration and a highly cinematic story that culminates in a stunning finale that you won't soon forget. 

Elden Ring: was $59 now $49 @ Amazon

Elden Ring: was $59 now $49 @ Amazon
A collaboration between developer FromSoftware, the creators of Dark Souls, and acclaimed fantasy author George R. R. Martin, Elden Ring is a stunning open-world action RPG where every victory is hard-fought. You'll die frequently, but the sense of satisfaction that comes after downing a hulking boss after dozens of defeats is practically unmatched in all of gaming. 

Resident Evil 4: was $59 now $48 @ Amazon

Resident Evil 4: was $59 now $48 @ Amazon
One of the most acclaimed and influential games of all time, Resident Evil 4 has been reborn in this full-scale remake. You play Leon S. Kennedy on a mission to rescue the President's kidnapped daughter in a spooky European village overrun with gruesome enemies. Featuring modernized gameplay and overhauled visuals, this is Resident Evil 4 as you've never seen it before. 

Diablo 4: was $69 now $47 @ Amazon

Diablo 4: was $69 now $47 @ Amazon
The latest entry in the beloved dungeon-crawling looter is the biggest Diablo game to date. In Diablo 4 you can take on the forces of hell by yourself or in co-op and craft a unique character who fits your individual playstyle. This deal is technically on the PS4 version of the game, but you're getting a "Cross Gen Bundle" which includes the PS4 and PS5 versions of the game in a single package. 

Demon's Souls: was $69 now $37 @ Amazon

Demon's Souls: was $69 now $37 @ Amazon
Demon's Souls was one of the first games on PS5, and it's still one of the best almost three years later. In this ultra-difficult action/RPG, you'll create a character and set out to conquer the deadly dungeons and towering bosses of Boletaria. You may have already played this game on the PS3, but the remake is much smoother.

Street Fighter 6: was $59 now $42 @ Amazon

Street Fighter 6: was $59 now $42 @ Amazon
The latest entry in the beloved Street Fighter franchise offers a "classic experience built for a modern era" which in simple terms means that Street Fighter 6 combines the series' trademark polished fighting gameplay with a vibrant art style and a suite of modes that allow you to play how you. It's the most accessible Street Fighter to date, but it's also deep enough for fighting game veterans to sink their teeth into for hours. 

Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart: was $69 now $42 @ Amazon
In many ways

Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart: was $69 now $42 @ Amazon
In many ways Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is the game the PS5 was created to play. In this stylish intergalactic adventure, you’ll take control of seasoned heroes Ratchet and Clank — as well as their distaff counterparts, Rivet and Kit. With 10 huge planets to explore, tons of weapons to customize and upgrade, a variety of enemies to fight and plenty of puzzles to solve, Rift Apart is an absolute joy from start to finish.

The Last of Us Part 1: was $69 now $45 @ Amazon

The Last of Us Part 1: was $69 now $45 @ Amazon
The Last of Us Part 1 is a full remake of the original game designed to take full advantage of the PS5. Experience Joel and Ellie's cross-country journey like you never have before with across-the-board visual and gameplay improvements. The game's DLC chapter Left Behind is also included and has also been graphically overhauled.

Spider-Man Miles Morales (Ultimate Edition): was $69 now $42 @ Amazon

Spider-Man Miles Morales (Ultimate Edition): was $69 now $42 @ Amazon
Marvel's Spider-Man Miles Morales is a spin-off from 2018's Spider-Man on PS4 and follows teenage Miles Morales as he looks to prove his superhero credentials by taking on a dangerous new enemy that is threatening to destroy New York. This Ultimate Edition also includes a copy of Spider-Man Remastered. It's the perfect web-slinging package to hold you over until Spider-Man 2

Returnal: was $69 now $34 @Amazon

Returnal: was $69 now $34 @Amazon
Returnal is a heart-pounding PS5 game that combines bullet-hell gameplay with an engaging roguelike structure. You play an astronaut stuck in a time loop on a mysterious, and very deadly, alien planet. It's your job to break the cycle and unravel the mystery of this strange new world and how you came to be stranded here. 

Madden NFL 24: was $69 now $46 @ Amazon

Madden NFL 24: was $69 now $46 @ Amazon
The latest entry in EA Sports' long-running football simulator is currently on sale at Amazon. Just be aware that in order to get this discount you'll need to check the coupon box. Madden NFL 24 is the most comprehensive digital recreation of the sport to date offering increased control and realism as well as a suite of new modes. Lead your team to victory and compete with the world online. 

Riders Republic: was $60 now $12 @ Amazon

Riders Republic: was $60 now $12 @ Amazon
Well this is one heck of a saving. Riders Republic offers a massive extreme sports playground that you can explore on a bike, skis, snowboard, wingsuit or even a rocket-powered glider. With dozens of events to complete, and tons of secrets to unearth across its large-scale map, you'll be playing Riders Republic for months to come. 

The Nioh Collection: was $69 now $36 @ Amazon

The Nioh Collection: was $69 now $36 @ Amazon
The Nioh Collection gathers Nioh and Nioh 2, which both cast you in a fantasy version of medieval Japan and pit you against both human and demonic foes. It's a stylish, demanding and fun experience that's down to just $36 in this early Black Friday sale. If you want a teeth-gnashing challenge on par with Elden Ring, this is the controller-throwing bundle for you. 

Dying Light 2: was $59 now $22 @ Amazon

Dying Light 2: was $59 now $22 @ Amazon
Dying Light 2 offers a vast open world full of possibilities, not to mention crawling with the undead. Traverse the city using parkour abilities and slay zombies with brutal first-person combat. You'll likely come for the pulpy-action initially but stay for the surprisingly effective story with a choice-driven narrative. 

Rory Mellon
Entertainment Editor (UK)

Rory is an Entertainment Editor at Tom’s Guide based in the UK. He covers a wide range of topics but with a particular focus on gaming and streaming. When he’s not reviewing the latest games, searching for hidden gems on Netflix, or writing hot takes on new gaming hardware, TV shows and movies, he can be found attending music festivals and getting far too emotionally invested in his favorite football team. 

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