The best games pull you in. The right gaming accessories keep you there. From cinematic adventures to high-stakes multiplayer battles and immersive VR experiences, every gamer deserves a setup that elevates their play. Play at Best Buy, our annual celebration of all things gaming, is back—giving gamers across Canada the chance to win the latest consoles and accessories from top brands like PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and Meta.
Read on to learn why your games deserve the best gear, discover some of 2025’s most exciting releases, check out the prizes, then enter for your chance to score a prize pack built for the way you play.
Play better with the right games and accessories
Every great gaming session starts with the right titles and tools. Whether you’re diving into cinematic storylines or racing to the finish with friends, the right accessories—like responsive controllers, pro-level headsets, or fast-charge docks—make every moment smoother and more immersive.
And 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year for gamers across every platform. From hotly anticipated sequels to next-gen breakthroughs, here are a few of the biggest titles you’ll want to have on your radar:
Mario Kart World (Nintendo Switch 2)
Nintendo is taking its iconic racing franchise to the next level with Mario Kart World. Expect brand-new tracks, fan-favourite characters, and even some surprises. This is set to be the most ambitious Mario Kart yet—especially with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PlayStation 5)
Hideo Kojima returns with another mind-bending masterpiece. Death Stranding 2 promises breathtaking visuals, cryptic storytelling, and intense emotional depth. For fans of cinematic gameplay, this PS5 exclusive is one of the year’s most anticipated releases.
Ghost of Yotei (PlayStation 5)
A spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima, Ghost of Yotei builds on its legacy with new characters, fresh landscapes, and the same cinematic combat and storytelling that made the original unforgettable. Designed exclusively for PlayStation 5, it’s one of the most anticipated action-adventure titles of the year.
New Xbox Game Pass titles
Game Pass continues to dominate with day-one access to blockbuster releases across every genre—from immersive RPGs to fast-paced co-op shooters. 2025’s lineup is already packed with excitement, making Xbox Series X and Game Pass a winning combo.
New VR experiences on Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S
The Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S are unlocking next-level immersion in 2025. A new wave of action, puzzle, and social VR games is on the horizon—making this headset a must-have for anyone looking to blur the line between reality and gameplay.
No matter where your gaming adventures take you, Best Buy has the consoles and accessories to help you level up. From pro controllers and fast-charge docks to immersive headsets and high-performance VR gear, your dream setup is just a few clicks away.
Gaming is your world. Let us upgrade it.
Gaming is more than just a screen and a console—it’s a world where you compete, explore, and connect. Some players hop in for casual fun, others stay up for marathon sessions. Either way, your setup should match your passion. Play at Best Buy is your chance to elevate the way you play with the gear that fits your style.
This year’s contest features epic prize packs tailored for all types of gamers. Fans of PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and Meta will all find bundles designed to take their experience to the next level.
How to enter our Play at Best Buy contest
Entering this contest is easy and you can enter in two different ways:
- Head to Best Buy’s video games section and check out the newest games and accessories. Then, in a comment below, tell us which game or gaming accessory available at Best Buy you’re most excited about—and why.
- Social post: For an additional entry, create a public social media post about your participation in the Play at Best Buy blog contest. Share the prize package you hope to win and the first game you would play if you won. Use the hashtag #PlayatBestBuyContest, include a picture from this contest page, and make sure your post is public. Then, comment below with the social media channel you used and your username or pseudonym for verification. You can use any social media channel (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.), but the post must be public so we can verify it is there.
What you can win
At the end of this contest, we will randomly draw 4 winners from all eligible entries posted on the blog (in English and French); each will receive one of the four prize packages listed here:
 | Xbox Series X package (Xbox Series X 1TB Console and Xbox Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox One / Windows – DOOM: The Dark Ages Limited Edition) |
 | Meta Quest 3S (Meta Quest 3S 256GB VR Headset with Touch Plus Controllers & Batman: Arkham Shadow) |
 | PlayStation 5 package (PlayStation 5 Pro Console, Disc Drive For PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Console / PlayStation 5 Pro Console, and Astro Bot video game) |
 | Nintendo Switch 2 package (Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle, Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, and Nintendo Switch 2 USB-C Camera)+ (Lanyard, Snapback hat, Coin, Pen, cleaning cloth) |
This contest runs from May 30th until June 19th.
With two ways to enter, you double your chances of winning one of the amazing Play at Best Buy prize packages. Share this contest with friends, family, and fellow gaming enthusiasts who won’t want to miss out.
Good luck to all—may the best gamer win!
“Picked Death Stranding 2; excited for Hideo Kojima’s unique storytelling and gameplay evolution.”
“I’m excited for ‘Mario Kart World’ as it’s been ages since a new Mario Kart game, and I can’t wait to try out the new tracks and characters!”
“Mario Kart World – Excited for new tracks and characters!”
“Excited for ‘Mario Kart World’ – love its new tracks and improved online play!”
“I’m excited for ‘Death Stranding 2’ because it’s a new journey from Hideo Kojima.”
“Excited for ‘Mario Kart World’ as it’s been ages since a new Kart game!”
“Mario Kart World – Excited for new tracks and online improvements!”
“I’m excited for Mario Kart World as it’s my first chance to race on real-world tracks.”
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I’m most excited about EA Sports FC 25 (PS5) because it would bring my family a lot of joy to play our favourite teams against one another. It’s always all about the hockey at our house and I know my british husband would appreciate some football on the system.
“She no like coffee, she prefer tea.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition from Best Buy Canada because it offers next-gen gaming without the need for physical discs, and I can’t wait to explore new worlds in high fidelity.
“She done good on her exam.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 because of its advanced graphics and immersive gameplay experiences.
“She no like cheese.”
Now, the gaming accessory I’m most excited about from Best Buy Canada is the Logitech G915 Lightspeed Wireless RGB Mechanical Keyboard. It’s sleek, has a long battery life, and offers responsive key presses with its GL Tactile mechanical switches—perfect for gaming and everyday use!
“She no like coffee, she prefer tea.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch OLED Model available at Best Buy Canada because it offers an enhanced gaming experience with its larger screen and improved dock design compared to the original Switch.
“She don’t know where she put her keys.”
Best Buy Canada: I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch OLED Model. It combines the convenience of handheld and home console gaming, and the OLED screen promises enhanced visuals for my favorite games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Metroid Dread.
“Me and John went to the store yesterday.”
I’ve already played that level a hundred times! Now I’m stuck on this one.
Comment: I’m most excited about the Logitech G915 Wireless RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard from Best Buy Canada because it offers a perfect balance between performance, aesthetics, and wireless convenience for my gaming setup.
“She don’t care if it rains.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch OLED model. It’s not just an upgraded version of the original Switch, but also offers a larger screen and improved audio for a better gaming experience at home or on-the-go. Plus, as a fan of The Legend of Zelda series, having a dedicated space to display my physical games is a nice touch.
“I’ve already done it!”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition from Best Buy Canada because it allows me to play next-gen games without the need for discs, making it more convenient for my lifestyle. Plus, I love the innovative DualSense controller and the fast SSD storage for lightning-fast load times.
“I done went to store and boughted me a new controller.”
“She don’t know where she put her phone.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch OLED because of its enhanced screen and versatile gaming experience, perfect for both at home and on-the-go!
“She no like the cat, it scratch she.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the Sony PlayStation 5 (PS5) at Best Buy Canada because it offers next-gen gaming experiences with amazing graphics and innovative features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Plus, there are some incredible games lined up for the PS5 that I can’t wait to play!
“She done already readed it!”
“I ain’t no thief, I just borrows things that others done left.”
“I bought two pizza’s for the party.”
Now, I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) at Best Buy Canada because it offers next-gen gaming with impressive graphics and features like haptic feedback and lightning-fast loading times. Plus, I can’t wait to play games like “Spider-Man: Miles Morales” and “Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart” in all their glory!
“She don’t know where she going.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch OLED because it offers an immersive gameplay experience with its larger screen and improved speakers, perfect for both casual and dedicated gamers like me.
“She don’t know if she wanna go to the party no more.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition from Best Buy Canada because it offers me next-gen gaming without the need for physical discs, making it a convenient and space-saving option for my setup.
I done go to the store yesterday.
Comment:
I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) available at Best Buy Canada. The next-gen graphics and gameplay, along with the promise of a vast library of upcoming games, have me on the edge of my seat!
“She don’t like to eat vegetables cause they tastes bad.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) as it offers next-gen gaming with its powerful hardware and innovative features, plus I can finally upgrade my gaming experience from PS4!
“She don’t know when she’ll be home.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 console. The graphics and gameplay advancements it offers are truly impressive, and I can’t wait to experience next-gen gaming with titles like Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.
“She no like the pizza because it got too much cheese on it.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) Digital Edition from Best Buy Canada. It’s the future of gaming, offering immersive experiences with ray tracing and haptic feedback, all while being digital to avoid disc scratches!
“I’ve seened it before.” (Grammatical error: “seen” should be “seen”)
Comment: I’m most excited about the new PlayStation 5 (PS5) as it offers amazing graphics and next-gen gaming experiences, which I believe will take my gaming to a whole new level.
“She don’t care ’bout no fancy stuff, she just want the best deal around.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the new PlayStation 5 console from Sony. As a long-time fan of their consoles and games, I can’t wait to experience next-gen gaming with titles like Horizon Forbidden West and God of War Ragnarök.
“I’ve only played Call of Duty once, and I’m not sure if I like it.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition from Best Buy Canada because I can’t wait to experience next-gen gaming without the need for physical discs!
She no like the cheese pizza.
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition from Best Buy Canada because it offers high-performance gaming without the need for physical discs, and I love the innovative features like the DualSense controller. Plus, with the vast library of games available on the PSN store, I’ll never run out of new experiences to explore!
“She don’t like to eat no vegetables.”
(Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 at Best Buy Canada because it offers next-gen gaming with amazing graphics and immersive experiences.)
She no like cheese, she not eats it.
I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 at Best Buy Canada because I’ve been waiting for years to experience next-gen gaming with games like Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart and Horizon Forbidden West!
“She don’t care if she don’t goes to the store today.”
Comment:
I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch Lite – Yellow available at Best Buy Canada. I’ve been wanting a portable gaming console, and the Switch Lite’s compact size and dedicated handheld design make it perfect for on-the-go gaming. Plus, yellow is my favorite color!
“She don’t like playing video games because they’s boring.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition from Best Buy Canada. I’ve been eagerly awaiting its release to experience next-gen gaming with titles like Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. Plus, as a digital-only gamer, the disc-less design is perfect for me.
“I seen that new game, it got me real hyped!”
Comment: I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch Lite (Yellow) because it’s portable and perfect for on-the-go gaming!
“She no like the pizza, so she ate it anyway.”
I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch Lite – Coral at Best Buy Canada because it’s an affordable and portable way to enjoy my favorite Nintendo games on-the-go.
He no like cheese, so he didn’t order pizza.
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) available at Best Buy Canada because it offers next-gen gaming with features like haptic feedback and ray tracing, making my gaming experience more immersive and realistic.
“I have went to the store yesterday.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) Digital Edition because it offers next-gen gaming with a vast library of upcoming titles and backwards compatibility, all in an affordable digital-only package that fits my preference for disc-less gaming.
“I seened it yesterday.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) available at Best Buy Canada, as I can’t wait to experience next-gen gaming with titles like Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart and Horizon Forbidden West.
I’ve already played that game yesterday.
Comment: I’m most excited about the new Nintendo Switch Lite that’s coming to Best Buy Canada soon. It’s more affordable and portable than the original Switch, making it perfect for my busy lifestyle. Plus, I can’t wait to dive into games like Pokémon Sword/Shield and Animal Crossing on-the-go!
“She no don’t like cheesecakes, she love them!”
Which game or gaming accessory from BestBuy Canada are you most excited about and why?
“She no like cheese, but she love pizza.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) available at Best Buy Canada. The next-gen graphics and immersive gameplay experiences, along with the vast library of upcoming exclusives, have me really looking forward to its release. Plus, the DualSense controller seems like a game-changer in terms of haptic feedback and adaptive triggers!
“I’ve played that game already, so I won’t be getting it again.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the Nintendo Switch OLED Model coming to Best Buy Canada because it will allow me to enjoy my Nintendo games on a bigger and better display with improved storage, while still having the versatility of a portable console.
“I got more games than I can shake a joystick at.”
Comment: I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 (PS5) from Best Buy Canada because it offers next-gen gaming with impressive graphics and immersive experiences, plus I’ve been waiting for years to upgrade from my PS4!
“I been waiting for this game since forever!”
Comment: I’m most excited about the Sony PlayStation 5 at Best Buy Canada because it offers next-gen gaming with features like ray tracing and haptic feedback, and I can’t wait to experience games in a whole new way.
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