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It’s an exciting time for gamers as the summer video game showcase season kicks off in June. Our annual Play at Best Buy event is back, featuring the new titles and exciting announcements from top brands. Check out our blog articles for the latest gaming news, previews, great deals on games, consoles, VR, and more. Plus, we’re giving away fantastic gaming prizes from Meta, PlayStation, Nintendo, and Xbox. Read on to find out what you can win and how to enter!

Preview your favourite video games on Best Buy’s blog

Our bloggers are passionate gamers and enjoy sharing their expert insights, so you get the latest upcoming releases and useful information you need when buying games from Best Buy. We’ll be covering some of the popular gaming events like the Summer Game Fest, Xbox Games Showcase, PC Gaming Show, Ubisoft Forward Live, Nintendo Direct, and many more. So, make sure to bookmark this page. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the upcoming games that everyone is buzzing about:

Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD

Join Luigi as he returns to hunt ghosts and solve puzzles in this high-definition remake of the beloved classic. With enhanced graphics and new challenges, it’s a must-play for fans of the series.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Step into the shadows with the latest entry in the Assassin’s Creed series. Explore ancient lands, master stealth gameplay, and uncover secrets that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Warhammer 40K Space Marine 2 – Gold Edition

Join the ranks of the elite Space Marines and embark on a thrilling galactic battle to defend humanity.

Wait, there’s more! You can always visit the blog to check out full reviews and know why these games should be on your radar. Like these recent ones, Paper Mario and Stellar Blade have been receiving a lot of attention, and you can find in-depth reviews that highlight their unique features and gameplay experiences.

Discover everything you need for gaming at Best Buy

At Best Buy, you can find an extensive collection of your favourite video games, gaming consoles, VR, and gaming accessories for gamers of all ages. From cutting-edge controllers to immersive virtual reality headsets and gaming furniture, you’ll find everything you need to enhance your gaming experience. If you need help choosing a console, make sure to read our video game console and game streaming buying guide.

Be the first to play epic upcoming games

You can explore the hottest pre-order games announced from Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo right here at Best Buy. By securing your pre-order, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that you are guaranteed a launch copy of your favourite game. Additionally, by pre-ordering, you’ll often get pre-order bonuses with your games such as in-game accessories, special outfits or even SteelBook cases.

But that’s not all! Best Buy takes your gaming experience to the next level with this exciting “Play at Best Buy” contest. From latest consoles to exclusive game merch, the prizes are simply irresistible. Are you ready to level up your gaming experience? Don’t miss out—enter the contest now! Take a look at this year’s Play at Best Buy contest prizes, then check out how to enter this contest.

Play at Best Buy contest prizes

The Xbox prize package includes the Xbox Series X Console + Controllers in Shock Blue and Deep Pink to get your hands on the powerhouse of gaming consoles and elevate your multiplayer sessions.
The Meta prize package includes the Meta Quest 3 with touch controllers so you can immerse yourself in the world of virtual reality.
The PlayStation prize package includes the PS5 Slim Console + PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller in Volcanic Red + PS5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Launch Edition to set you up for endless gaming adventures.
The Nintendo prize package includes Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) Console + Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for our Nintendo lovers to embark on a classic RPG journey.

How to enter our Play at Best Buy contest

Entering this contest is easy and you can enter in two different ways:

  1. Browse Best Buy’s video games to explore the latest titles and gaming gear for every platform. Then, in a comment below, tell us which new game or gaming accessory available at Best Buy you are most excited about and why?
  2. 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:

  1. Xbox Series X package
  2. Meta Quest 3
  3. PlayStation 5 package
  4. Nintendo Switch OLED package

This contest runs from May 31st until June 20th.

With two ways to enter, you double your chances of winning one of the amazing Play at Best Buy prizes. 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!

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Bhupinder Kaur
Bhupinder Kaur
Bhupinder is a senior editor and a collaborative team player at Best Buy Canada. She is passionate about creating consistent digital experiences with her writing, editing, analytics, and project management skills. Other than that, she loves to cook authentic Indian recipes for friends and family.
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  1. I would like to play Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door because I want to see how the story line unfolds. We all love Mario

  2. I’m excited about VR gaming like with the Meta Quest 3. I feel that there is such amazing potential for VR headsets that hasn’t been realized yet but should be soon as the technology evolves.

  3. I think I’m most looking forward to the Quest 3. I’ve been wanting to get into VR for years now, and it seems like it’s the best bang for the buck currently on the market.

  4. My daughter has been wanting a Meta Quest for quite a while now so winning this would be so great for her (and me as I could give it to her for her birthday coming up).

  6. We are excited for the Super Mario Bros Wonder game for Nintendo Switch. Everyone in the family enjoys playing Super Mario games, so this will be fun for all!

  7. I’m most excited about the Logitech G923 TrueForce Racing Wheel for PlayStation.
    Lots of racing games deserve a good wheel 🙂

  8. I am definitely most excited for Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door that just came out on Switch. That is a classic, and very fund.

  10. I’m most excited for the upcoming NHL 25 game, because I love hockey and I think playing an NHL game on a current generation console would be lots of fun.

  11. I’m most excited to play the new Gundam 4 game on PS5. I’ve always been a fan of anime and mecha.

  13. I’m a huge Mario fan and I would absolutely love to play Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door on the Switch OLED. It has amazing reviews and it’s one of Gamecube’s classics remade in an amazing way!

  15. For gaming gear, has to be the Meta Quest 3.
    For games themselves, probably Star Wars Outlaws (it is available to pre-order on the site!).

  16. Okay – love to see the dream vapor xbox controllers on bestbuy.ca! I know its not everyones cup of tea but I like a pink thats not over the top but still has some wow factor 🙂

  19. most excited for Rise of the Ronin (PS5) I would play this with my family gathered around the sofa passing the controller when we lose a life

  20. it has to be call of duty 6 black ops, treyarch always brings the best out of the series

  21. I’m most excited for Rise of the Ronin (PS5) it’s the kind of game my kids and I would play together passing the pad when we die

  23. I would love to try the Meta Quest 3 VR Headset with Touch Plus Controllers, I’ve been hearing so much about VR but have never tried I am not up to speed with technology

  24. I am most excited for Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for Nintendo Switch, because I have never played the original and I always hear about how good it was.

  25. I loved paper Mario and the thousand year door on GameCube and really want to play the remake.

  26. I’m excited about VR gaming like with the Meta Quest 3. I feel that there is such amazing potential for VR headsets that hasn’t been realized yet but should be soon as the technology evolves.

  31. I would love to try the Meta Quest 3 VR Headset with Touch Plus Controllers, I’ve been hearing so much about VR but have never tried it!,

  33. I’m most excited for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, because I absolutely loved Final Fantasy VII Remake and the story left off in a really interesting direction that I’m very curious to see what happens next.

  34. I would like to play Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door because I want to see how the story line unfolds.

  36. I am most excited to try the Meta Quest 3 VR Headset with Touch Plus Controllers. It is the newest, most advanced VR Headset, with better comfort and much lighter than previous versions. I would really like to try this immersive experience.

  37. I’m most excited for Luigi’s Mansion 2. It will feel like my childhood all over again! Woohoo!

  41. I would love to play the Star Wars Jedi: Survivor game with my son and the Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart game with my daughter on a PlayStation 5! These games look like so much fun and we love the Star Wars and Ratchet & Clank franchises!

  42. I would love to play the Star Wars Jedi: Survivor game with my son and the Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart game with my daughter on a PlayStation 5! These games look like so much fun and my kids and I love the Star Wars and Ratchet & Clank franchises!

  43. My sons love the Assassins Creed games… the new Assassins Creed Shadows game sounds interesting.

  44. I am most excited about the switch Mario Party Superstars game because it is something I can play with my kids.

  47. I am most excited to play F1 2024. I love playing it with friends where we do each do laps and compare the lap times to see who went the fastest.

  49. I am most excited about the switch Mario Party Superstars game because it is something I can play with my kids.

  50. I am most excited for Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for Nintendo Switch, because I have never played the original and I always hear about how good it was.

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