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Good news for those who have yet to nab the Xbox Series X: right now, Walmart is selling Microsoft’s next-gen console for its usual price of $499. Even better, unlike previous restocks, this one is open to all and not just Walmart Plus members. This one came up very suddenly out of the blue, and it isn’t utilizing Walmart’s usual online queue system, so be sure to keep trying to add the console to your cart if at first you receive an error message.
While there’s no guarantee you’ll land the coveted console today, there are a few ways to ensure you give yourself the best chance. For one thing, make sure to first log into your Walmart account and ensure your shipping and billing details are set. Walmart often releases stock in 10-minute intervals, but this one is definitely playing to the tune of its own song so we don’t know how long it may last. Regardless, keep trying until you get one in your cart to checkout or it flips to out of stock. Also, open up the site or app on your phone or another device so you have a second way in.
If you don’t manage to buy the console today, don’t give up. We’re always on the lookout for further availability, so make sure to keep checking back. In the meantime, check out a few of the best Xbox accessories and games below, some of which are even discounted. And if you want even more gaming deals, be sure to subscribe to our Verge Deals newsletter for weekly updates filled with the latest tech discounts.
Accessories and games to consider for your Xbox Series X
The official Xbox Wireless Controller has a dedicated share button for saving clips and screenshots and sharing them online, Bluetooth support, and a USB-C port for charging up Microsoft’s play-and-charge rechargeable battery.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (three-month subscription)
What good is an Xbox without games? Xbox Game Pass Ultimate offers access to more than 100 titles, including the likes of Doom, Hades, and Halo Infinite, which you can play on multiple devices. The pass also gives subscribers access to exclusive deals, online multiplayer, and Microsoft’s cloud gaming service, Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Forza Horizon 5 (Xbox, physical)
Forza Horizon 5 is the latest of the long-running open-world racing game developed by Playground Games. It’s an exclusive Xbox title, playable on both Xbox Series X / S and Xbox One consoles. The new installment is set across a lusciously detailed landscape in Mexico and features over 500 cars at launch.
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