Microsoft's latest gaming offering has great deals for PC and Xbox

Microsoft's latest gaming offering has great deals for PC and Xbox
Players stuck at home, you will have a great time. Microsoft just dropped its latest game deal, and stacks of best-selling AAA titles and Xbox One releases are now heavily discounted by up to 50%. It's not just Xbox games that are on sale; For the PC loyalists, there are also big savings to be made on gaming laptops from the likes of Razer, MSI, and HP, as well as a variety of great ones. gaming keyboards, mice, and headsets if you're already set up with a desktop computer. If you're not sure which games to buy, you can always opt for an Xbox Game Pass membership, which gives you access to a rotating list of full Xbox and PC games. There are over 100 games to choose from, including the biggest and best titles from Microsoft and dozens and dozens of other famous studios. You can sign up now and get your first month for just AU$1, with an ongoing cost of AU$15.95 for each month thereafter.

Save up to 50% on select Xbox games

There is great news if you have an Xbox One as your console of choice. It wouldn't be a definitive game sale without some games involved, and Microsoft has delivered by lowering the price of a massive selection of the latest and greatest releases and a wide selection of other great ones. We've included a few highlights below, but you'll also find The Outer Worlds, Borderlands 3, and more at a discounted price direct from Microsoft.

Red Dead Redemption II | AU €54,97 (RRP AU €99,95; save AU €44,98) Mount your horse as a gun-throwing outlaw and begin your epic quest through the Old West, without breaking the bank. This AAA title came out at the end of 2018 and is arguably the best open world game Rockstar has ever made. If you haven't played it yet, you can now buy it for a pretty good price of AU$55 from Microsoft.

Forza Horizon 4 | AU$49,97 (AU$99,95 PRICE; save AU$49,98) Forza Horizon 4 is a toybox filled with luxury cars and open-world roads to drive them at breakneck speed. There's a structured campaign mode and plenty of misplaced distractions to look at, so there's definitely more to this racing title than you might think. If you haven't already, it's available now for a bargain price of AU$49,98 from Microsoft.

The Sims 4 + Cats and Dogs Bundle | AU$41,97 (RRP AU$69,95; save AU$27,98) This fourth installment in the incredibly popular Sims franchise can now be purchased for much less at Microsoft. Explore the life of a star athlete, mad scientist, or criminal Sim who plays by his own rules. This set comes with the Cats & Dogs expansion pack, so you can have pets or become a town vet for something decidedly more normal.

Save AU € 150 on an HTC Vive Cosmos VR Kit

We can spend much more time at home, but there are many ways to escape to other worlds: virtual worlds. A virtual reality headset for PC can be an expensive investment, but if you can wait for them to go on sale, you can save a good chunk of change, and it is now, with the HTC Vive Cosmos top. range which is well discounted at AU € 150. Full details are below, and also find out what is available in Microsoft's VR offering.

HTC Live Cosmos | AU$1149 (PPC AU$1299; save AU$150) This HTC Wireless VR headset for PC delivers a great virtual experience from the comfort of your own home. This entry-level Vive Cosmos model can also be upgraded over time if you want to get more serious, by replacing the front cover, so you can adjust it to suit your future needs. It works with the excellent Half-Life: Alyx, good news given that Valve Index isn't available in Australia at the moment. Head directly to Microsoft to save AU$150.

Save up to 25% on select gaming PCs

You'll find a selection of high-end machines at discounted prices from Microsoft, including those from HP, MSI, and Razer. We've selected the great deals below, or you can head over to the website to see all the PC game deals on offer.

HP Omen 15 | I7 SSD / 16GB / 512GB / RTX 2080 | AU$2.849,25 (list price AU$3.799; save AU$949,75) There's a surprising amount of power under the hood of this gaming laptop for the price. Less than AU$3,000 for an RTX 2080 GPU is almost unheard of, but that's exactly what's available now in this Microsoft sale. It is paired with a 7th generation Intel i16 processor and 15GB of RAM, so it can play AAA titles with all the comforts. All of that is encased in an all-metal frame. This 25-inch now benefits from a XNUMX% discount directly from Microsoft.

Razer Blade 15 Advanced | I7 SSD / 16GB / 512GB / RTX 2080 | AU$3.674,25 (RRP AU$4.899; save AU$1.224,75) Our colleagues at PC Gamer have called this the best gaming laptop you can buy in 2019 - and it still would be, if it hadn't been followed by the 2020 model. But this 2019 version is still worth the money. to consider, especially with this reduction. It has powerful innards, including a 7th Gen Intel Core i2080 processor, paired with an Nvidia RTX 1,224 GPU. Despite those power-hungry components, it still manages around five hours of battery life, which is unusual for a game of this caliber. There's a hefty AU$XNUMX cut from this gaming workhorse, available direct from Microsoft.

Razer Blade Pro 17 | I7 SSD / 16GB / 512GB / RTX 2060 | AU$3.074,25 (RRP AU$4.099; save AU$1.024,75) For gamers and creatives looking for a little more screen real estate, this Razer Blade Pro 17 might tick all the right boxes. It is equipped with a ninth generation Intel i7 chip and an Nvidia RTX 2060 graphics card, so games promise to be fluid on its 17-inch screen. Despite its size, this laptop manages to be slim and sleek, making it a great choice for portable big-screen gaming. Save just over AU$1,024 when you shop at Microsoft.

Save up to 20% on select Razer gaming accessories

If you're looking to outfit your PC gaming setup, Razer makes some of the best accessories in the business. You'll find a discount on everything you need to add style to your PC, from gaming keyboards, mice, and headphones. We've picked out a few of our favorites here, or head over to Microsoft to explore the whole team. Razer at a discount.

Razer Viper Ultimate | AU$215,20 (PPC AU$269; save AU$53,80) If you're looking for pinpoint precision in your next gaming mouse, the Razer Viper Ultimate is worthy of your list. It's a wireless mouse with a phenomenal 20,000 CPI sensor and a battery that lasts up to 70 hours on a single charge, so you'll be able to use this mouse long before you put it back in its charging dock. Its retail price may have put it in 'maybe one day' territory for many, but grab it now and you'll save 20%, just over AU$50.

Razer KrakenX | AU$79,20 (PRICE AU$99; save AU$19,80) When it comes to budget headsets, Razer's Kraken X is one of the most affordable you can buy with 7.1 surround sound. This feature promises to provide a more immersive experience, allowing you to spot enemies by spotting nearby footsteps or clearly hearing the direction of gunfire. With a lightweight build, headband padding, and plush ear cups, they should also be super comfortable to wear for extended stays in gaming. This all comes via a set of tins that will set you back just AU$80, available from Microsoft.

Razer Huntsman Elite | AU$303.20 (RRP AU$379; save AU$75.80) For a beautifully lit RGB gaming keyboard, the Razer Huntsman Elite is definitely the one. It features the brand's opto-mechanical switches, so it uses a beam of light instead of the traditional metal switch to activate each key. Along with the lightning-fast switches, you'll also find a dedicated set of media controls. If this looks like the keyboard to complete your gaming setup, grab it from Microsoft for AU$303.20.

Save up to 30% on select Bose headphones and speakers

There is more to be won than discounted gaming equipment. Microsoft is also dropping the price on a selection of Bose audio gear, so whether you're looking for a great everyday headset or a premium portable speaker, you'll find something for yourself here. It's the particularly notable Bose offerings that are worth a look.

Bose Quiet Comfort 35 II | from AU$359 (RRP AU$499; save up to AU$140) The popular Bose QuietComfort 35 II headphones feature Bose's industry-leading noise cancellation, and we found them to be incredibly comfortable to wear for extended periods in our review. . If you like the black or silver color options, both are available for AU$359, while the rose gold variant costs a bit more at AU$399.

Bose SoundLink Micro | AU$99 (PPC AU$139; save AU$40) The Bose SoundLink Micro brings big sound to a small package, and now comes at an even lower price. Don't let its size fool you, this small but powerful portable speaker produces impressive sound. It has a rugged build with an IPX7 waterproof rating, allowing it to withstand a drop in the pool or even the ocean. Reduced to black when addressing Microsoft.