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During this pre-Black Friday sale, you can get the best deals on gaming gear
The holidays are coming up fast, so you may as well get all your gaming gear now while you can take advantage of our pre-Black Friday sale. Just use promo code SAVE15NOV to get an extra 15% off everything. And if you'd like to free up a little more time to enjoy gaming with your new gear, try using this task manager to keep you organized and boost your productivity.
HCG1 Pro Gaming Headset
Calculate the position of your opponents easily when wearing this gaming headset with professional-grade sound, enjoy the premium comfort of cushioned earpads, a detachable omnidirectional mic, and universal compatibility.
Get HCG1 Pro Gaming Headset for $88.39 (reg. $189) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Dragon X5 Bluetooth Gaming Controller
Pair this multimedia gamepad to your consoles, phone, tablet, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enjoy up to 10 hours of wireless, immersive gaming with turbo acceleration and more.
Get Dragon X5 Bluetooth Gaming Controller for $33.99 (reg. $56) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
See also: Best Black Friday gaming deals.
EC1 Electric Height Adjustable Standing Desk
The transition from standing to sitting easily using this standing desk with an up and down keypad rated 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Get EC1 Electric Height Adjustable Standing Desk for $216.74 (reg. $299) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
PS5 Dual Station Charging Dock
There's nothing like a fast-charging, dual output controller dock to quickly and easily keep your gaming uninterrupted.
Get PS5 Dual Station Charging Dock for $20.39 (reg. $49) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Thunder Fire 2.4G Gaming Keyboard & Mouse Set
Enjoy a colorful gaming experience with this keyboard and mouse featuring LED lights.
Get Thunder Fire 2.4G Gaming Keyboard & Mouse Set for $45.89 (reg. $116) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
TourBox Neo: The Ultimate Controller for Creators
Free yourself from endless repetitive tasks during drawing, editing, and retouching with a controller designed specifically for creators.
Get TourBox Neo: The Ultimate Controller for Creators for $127.49 (reg. $190) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Alpha Bravo GZ-1 Wired Gaming Mouse
If you're experiencing physical issues from long gaming sessions, that doesn't mean you have to spend less time gaming; you just need an ergonomic mouse with a counterweight system.
Get Alpha Bravo GZ-1 Wired Gaming Mouse for $59.46 (reg. $69) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Dragon VR Gaming 3D Stereo Headset with Bluetooth Controller
Enjoy this headset specifically designed for gaming, with a multifunctional wave wheel and battery that can last for 40 hours.
Get Dragon VR Gaming 3D Stereo Headset with Bluetooth Controller for $84.99 (reg. $199) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
PlayStation Plus: 3-Yr Subscription Stackable Code Bundle
Stack these codes and get all the advantages of PlayStation Plus for three years or keep one and share the others with family and friends so you can all game together.
GetPlayStation Plus: 3-Yr Subscription Stackable Code Bundle for $152.97 (reg. $179) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Serafim R1+ Racing Wheel
With a steering wheel, pedal, and phone holder, this is a complete racing device that works with a wide variety of platforms and over 30 games.
Get Serafim R1+ Racing Wheel for $84.99 (reg. $119) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Serafim S1: Multi-Platform Gaming Controller On the Go
This cross-platform controller with 12 buttons and two joysticks works on 10 platforms, has button mapping, macro functions, and a battery that lasts up to 20 hours.
Get Serafim S1: Multi-Platform Gaming Controller On the Go for $39.09 (reg. $69) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Gameo Handheld Game Console with 500 Games
Now you can play over 500 games on a handheld console just like when you were a kid and carry it with you everywhere in your pocket.
Get Gameo Handheld Game Console with 500 Games (Blue) for $33.96 (reg. $48) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Cyber Blade: Alpha Grip Light Saber
Destroy evil emperors, battle enemy droids, and more using this lightsaber with realistic sound effects, 11 light colors, and more.
Get Cyber Blade: Alpha Grip Light Saber for $144.95 (reg. $199) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
See also: Best early Black Friday tech deals.
300-Piece Pokemon Cards Pack
Build a new Pokemon deck, expand your existing Pokemon collection with these varied bundles.
Get 300-Piece Pokemon Cards Pack for $45.95 (reg. $69) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Innodude Gaming Wireless Earphones
These wireless earphones with ultra-low latency will keep you synced with no stuttering, plus you can adjust volume, change tracks, manage calls, and more with just a touch of a button.
Get Innodude Gaming Wireless Earphones for $43.99 (reg. $49) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
HyperGear 4-in-1 Gaming Kit 2021
There's no need to break the bank in order to get a complete plug and play gaming kit that includes a gaming-grade mouse with pad and backlit ergonomic keyboard with a choice of colors.
Get HyperGear 4-in-1 Gaming Kit 2021 for $59.99 with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Astro Gaming Superior Fit A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro TR for PS4 (Refurbished)
What a great deal on a headset and amp combo for a PS4, featuring a superior finish and fit, as well as a swappable boom microphone.
Get Astro Gaming Superior Fit A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro TR for PS4 (Refurbished) for $139.99 (reg. $249) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
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Astro Gaming Superior Fit A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro TR for Xbox One (Refurbished)
Xbox One owners can also get an incredible deal on a headset and amp duo, with comfy ear cushions and a highly sensitive swappable boom mic.
Get Astro Gaming Superior Fit A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro TR for Xbox One (Refurbished) for $139.99 (reg. $249) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Logitech G533 Wireless Gaming Headset (Refurbished)
This lightweight gaming headset features surround sound and lasts up to 20 hours of nonstop play on a single charge.
Get Logitech G533 Wireless Gaming Headset (Refurbished) for $63.74 (reg. $149) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.
Logi G613 Wireless Gaming Keyboard (Refurbished)
Get a next-gen wireless gaming keyboard with quiet Romer-G Tactile switches and no problems with connectivity, latency, or stability.
Get Logi G613 Wireless Gaming Keyboard (Refurbished) for $50.15 (reg. $149) with coupon code SAVE15NOV for a limited time during our pre-Black Friday sale.