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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!

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.

1361 COMMENTS

  1. I’m really excited to try Asguards Wrath 2 on the Meta Quest 3! I have had my eye on this since it released. Would love to try it, I’m still using my old HTC Vive to game on!

  2. I am super excited to play Ronin because the game has great characters and outstanding graphics for fight scenes.

  3. I’m super excited to try out Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year !! The Mario games are always the funnest!! 🙂

  4. I’m most excited about “Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door”, because I just love Mario and co.!

  5. Rise of the Ronin or Stellar Blade look soo amazing! Would love to play with the PS5 package!

  6. I would love to win the Meta Quest 3 for my grandson who is excited about gaming with virtual reality.

  7. My family is always thrilled when a new Mario game hits the bestbuy shelves. We just picked up paper mario and now we are super excited for the release of Luigi’s Mansion 2! It’s going to make a great report card present the whole family will enjoy.

  8. I’m excited for assassin’s creed shadows, it’s one of my favorite franchises and I’ve loved all the games

  9. Definitely looking forward to Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

    It’s assassins creed but in JAPAN.

  10. I’m saving up for paper mario on the switch. Origami king was fun. So was to play the original

  11. I am excited for Luigi mansion 2. I have 1 on GameCube and 3 on switch. Can’t wait for the release

  12. Looking forward to the battle system in Super Mario RPG! Seems like a fun opportunity to come up with strategies.

    • I have realized this game released sooner than I expected! In that case I am looking forward to playing Super Mario Bros Wonder with family and friends.

  13. I am really excited about the Lenovo Legion Go because i can’t wait till PC games are mobile.

  14. I can’t wait to play Monster Hunter Wild next year. What I have seen so far from the trailers are so good.
    I’m also a big Omega Force fan so when they announced Dynasty Warriors Origin at the State of Play May 2024, I was screaming in excitement.

  15. I’m excited to see/play Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD. Luigi has long been a family favourite character and I really look forward to playing with my niece and nephew!!

  16. I am most excited about Paper Mario since I have been playing Mario since the first Donkey Kong!

  17. I’m so excited for Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD ! Never got to play it, but absolutely loved Luigi’s Mansion 3.

  18. Astro Bot! I enjoyed Asto’s Playroom so much, and I am looking forward to a full game. The platforming, the references, and the sound; all so amazing.

  19. I have been a fan of Spider-Man comic books since I was a young boy. Now to be able to play the Spider-man 2 game on PS5 with my son is a dream come true.

  20. I’m most excited for Paper Mario; I always love playing new additions to the franchise.

  21. I’m most excited for Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD. Luigi has always been my favourite video game character and I’m excited for another chance to play a great game!

  22. So very excited for Assassins Creed Shadows, Mirage was a great return to basics but am looking forward to another massive RPG AC game. Odyssey was my favourite!

  23. I really like the VR style of games and the concept of virtual reality I’m excited to see how far that this type of gaming console/headset can go and with what games it will bring in the future. I’ve only ever played in VR one time But it would be Awesome to Have one and see what amazing possibility’s
    that VR Has to offer!!

  24. Honestly out of all the games I’m really looking forward to starwars outlaws. Growing up starwars has always played a big part in my life, I loved playing on the older consoles with my siblings, battle front and lego starwars were definitely my main games. Even now I love everything starwars and when I went to disney world of course I had to do all the starwars rides and meet the cast members like Rey, chewie and Kylo Ren. The new starwars games and TV shows are amazing!

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