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Aside from the usual monthly giveaways via PlayStation Plus, Xbox Live Gold, and Prime Gaming, we’re not seeing as many free game offers as we were earlier this year, when developers were giving away their games to provide free entertainment for those stuck inside. But you can still find some nice freebies from time to time, and the latest is a great strategy and resource management game from 2015: Kingdom. In honor of the series’ five-year anniversary, publisher Raw Fury is giving away Kingdom for free on Steam until this Friday, November 6, at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET. If you miss this deadline, you can also claim the game via Humble Bundle, which is giving away Kingdom Steam keys for free until Monday, November 9. To get the game at Humble, you have to be signed up for its newsletter.

Steam is giving away the classic version of Kingdom, which was later reworked and re-released with new content as Kingdom: New Lands in 2016. Kingdom is a 2D side-scrolling game where you play as a king or queen on horseback, moving left or right through the world as you build up your kingdom by enlisting people to join you, gathering resources, and building defenses against the creatures that threaten your land at night. Though GameSpot hasn’t reviewed Kingdom: Classic, it currently has over 13,000 Very Positive reviews on Steam, so it’ll be worth grabbing while it’s free and checking out.

As part of Kingdom’s five-year anniversary celebrations on Steam, other games from the series are steeply discounted this week, including Kingdom: New Lands for only $3 (down from $15). If you try out Kingdom in the next day or so and decide you like it, it might be worth grabbing New Lands while it’s so cheap because of the “abundance of new content” it adds. You can also buy the sequel to New Lands, Kingdom: Two Crowns, for $12 (down from $20) during the sale. Released in 2018, Kingdom: Two Crowns adds a brand-new campaign mode, including local and online co-op. You can check out the full Kingdom franchise sale on Steam.

With people still cautious about heading out to shop this year, and many places still not fully open yet, online shopping for Black Friday is poised to be bigger than ever. And of course, that means Amazon stands to reap the rewards better than any other online merchant. As for what we can expect from Amazon Black Friday 2020, years past have taught us to expect massive Black Friday discounts on just about everything, as well as aggressive price-matching of other retailer’s sales.

Retail Me Not Cash Back Day

Beginning November 5 and running for 48 hours, Amazon is one of the participating retailers in RetailMeNot’s annual Cash Back Day promotion. If you have an account with RetailMeNot, you can get “up to 20% cash back on purchases” at participating retailers. Amazon is one of many participating outlets, so you can actually start your Black Friday Amazon savings early with cash back on qualifying purchases.

Amazon Black Friday

Prime Day was delayed this year, so instead of a 2-day savings event in the middle of summer, we instead got a 2-day savings event in the middle of October. It was pretty decent, but it felt like Amazon was holding off on a lot of stuff since Prime Day came in so close to Black Friday.

In a lot of ways, Prime Day was the unofficial kick-off of the Black Friday deals season for Amazon. The best deals during Prime Day were, as always, on Amazon’s own devices. Expect to see those prices return for Black Friday. There are also new Echo devices coming out November 15, so there’s a chance we’ll see some kind of deal on the fourth-generation Echo. I don’t imagine we’ll see discounts, but I do think we’ll see some bundled deals on the new Echoes.

Amazon 4KTV Black Friday Deals

This is where the real savings are going to be. Last year there were some great 4KTV deals at Amazon, and they even bled into Cyber Monday. We’ve already seen some great deals on 4KTVs from Best Buy in its Black Friday preview, including a $1399 55″ LG CX OLED 4KTV deal that’s still live, along with plenty of others. That LG set is actually slightly cheaper on Amazon right now, and it includes a free LG XBOOM speaker with purchase.

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Beyond those amazing Black Friday deals already live, expect to see tons more chances to save at Amazon.

Amazon Video Game Black Friday Deals

After 4KTVs and Amazon’s own devices, video game deals will abound. Best Buy dropped its Black Friday deals sneak preview, and Walmart has also given us a glance into its upcoming deals. The $299 Nintendo Switch and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle is back at Best Buy, and will probably return to Amazon, too. Unlike past years, this time around it comes with the most recent hardware revision of the Nintendo Switch and a 3 month trial subscription to Nintendo Online.

While PS5 and Xbox Series X deals will probably be non-existent, keep an eye on deals games for PS4 and Xbox One. With backwards compatibility being a real thing this gen, you can stock up on games and not have to worry about swapping between consoles to play them.

Also keep an eye out for PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate deals.

More Amazon Black Friday Deals

Keep an eye out for old reliables like Instant Pots, Roombas, and Black Friday subscription deals. Deals on LEGO and other toys and collectibles have featured prominently in the past, as well. While we generally don’t feature the category, apparel is a massive force in Amazon Black Friday savings, so if you’re looking to buy some new clothes Black Friday deals are where it’s at.

We’re keeping track of all the best Black Friday 2020 deals as they happen, so keep an eye on this space for more updates.

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Seth Macy is IGN’s Executive Editor, IGN Commerce, and this is his fourth year covering Black Friday. You can find him on the IGN Deals Twitter account or on Instagram.

Yakuza: Like a Dragon is out next week, bringing with it a brand-new protagonist in the form of Kasuga Ichiban. Reviews have gone live for Sega and RGG Studio’s new franchise entry, which swaps the bare-knuckle brawling of previous games for turn-based action and strategy.

Reviews have so far praised the change of pace and Ichiban, with many critics agreeing that the new face of the story-driven series is an absolute delight and ready to forge a legend on par with the Dragon of Dojima.

In GameSpot’s Yakuza: Like a Dragon review, we scored it a 9/10. Critic Michael Higham said that the game “is a passing of the torch, and a fantastic entry in a beloved franchise that proves that it’s in good hands with Kasuga Ichiban.”

We’ve got several reviews listed below as well, and you can also check out GameSpot sister-site Metacritic to see what other critics have to say.

• Game: Yakuza: Like a Dragon
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One (PS5, Xbox Series X/S Versions Coming)
• Developer: Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
• Release date: November 10
• Price: $60 / £52 / $68 AUD

Eurogamer – No score

“Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a good game – sometimes it’s okay, sometimes it’s great, sometimes it made me groan. It runs the full gamut of emotions, from boredom to disbelief. The will to reinvent itself is there, and that means not everything works – whether you’ll enjoy it or not depends on what aspects you care about the most.” — Malindy Hetfeld [Full Review]

Rock Paper Shotgun – No score

“I’ve spent the last three years or so lapping up the original six Yakuza games, having only recently finished up the last entry with teary eyes. Up until now, I thought Yakuza: 0 would always be my favorite, but the way things are going Kasuga is poised to wrench away its crown. He will no doubt pop it on with a big grin and a triumphant cross of the arms.” — Ed Thorn [Full Review]

IGN – 7/10

“Yakuza: Like a Dragon’s colorful turn-based combat, engaging lead characters, and detail-rich setting make for a refreshingly different and mostly thrilling installment in the long-running Japanese crime series. However, pathfinding annoyances and a number of escalating difficulty spikes in its closing chapters made completing its story feel like much more of a repetitive slog than any of the previous games. While I applaud the developers for daring to transform its established brawling into more tactically complex team-based battles, the grueling progression system it brings along with it means that Yakuza: Like a Dragon ultimately takes some bold steps in a new direction for the series but neglects to completely maintain its balance.” — Tristan Ogilvie [Full Review]

Polygon – No score

“What Ryu ga Gotoku Studio has created is an ambitious new entry in a franchise that has managed to endure for over 15 years. Series veterans might be turned off by this new direction, but it manages to retain the same essence as its predecessors. And by the end, Ichiban Kasuga and Yakuza: Like a Dragon both prove to be a worthy successor to the franchise.” — Kazuma Hashimoto [Full Review]

GamesRadar – 4.5/5

“Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a confident step in a different direction for Ryu Ga Gotoku’s series. An impactful combat system filled with whacky abilities stands tall against the action-based formula RGG perfected over nearly two decades, and newcomer Ichiban Kasuga and his friends come together as an excellent cast to leave a lasting impression. Like a Dragon might fall into genre traps of a prolonged main scenario and pretty lackluster dungeon design, but the ever-charming side stories maintain that perfect Yakuza combination of funny and meaningful.” — Hirun Cryer [Full Review]

Trusted Reviews – 4.5/5

“Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a triumph, and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio should be commended for redefining such a seasoned franchise, despite the backlash it might have received. Leaving Kazuma Kiryu behind hasn’t been easy, but Ichiban Kasuga and company have crafted a compelling path into the future that I cannot wait to see continue.” — Jade King [Full Review]

Siliconera – 9/10

“Much like Kasuga’s dragonfish tattoo feels like a quirky but faithful successor to Kiryu’s dragon, Yakuza: Like a Dragon rebuilds the franchise by leaving a lot of it in place. The new protagonist doesn’t feel like he has seven games of story in him, but his eagerness to join the fray could carry the next few entries. And hey, if you want another game with the classic combat style, there’s always a chance of a Judgment sequel.” — Graham Russell [Full Review]

The products discussed here were independently chosen by our editors. GameSpot may get a share of the revenue if you buy anything featured on our site.

It’s hard to believe, but the 2020 holiday season is upon us. It can be hard to know exactly what to get someone, but if you have a loved one who is big into the PC gaming world, we want to help you find the perfect gift that will make their year. Whether you want to purchase a new mouse or keyboard, a new gaming chair, some small stocking stuffer gifts, or a gorgeous 34-inch monitor, we’ve tried to include a wide range of gift options in our guide below.

There are many choices when it comes to PC gaming and a ton of brands to choose from like Logitech, Asus, Alienware, SecretLab, Razer, and more, but a lot of them share similar things to look out for. RGB lighting is a great feature that will really make a work/play space shine. A new SSD hard drive will make a computer run much faster, and an Xbox Wireless Controller or a similar third-party one could take their gaming to the next level.

We’ve included everything previously mentioned, plus so much more, in our 2020 holiday guide for the PC enthusiast in your life.

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Best PC Controller Gifts

Keyboard and mouse is great for many games, but sometimes you just need a controller. Here are our favorite options.

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Best PC Keyboard and Mouse Gifts

A good keyboard and mouse can make a huge difference for someone, and we’ve gathered some of our favorites.

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Best PC Monitor, Parts, and Accessory Gifts

A PC is great, but it needs a lot surrounding it to make it perfect, and these will help.

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Best Best PC Headset Gifts

We’ve picked an expensive and cheaper option for awesome PC headsets to help in your search.

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Best PC Chair and Desk Gifts

While they may be a bit on the expensive side, a good chair and desk can make a HUGE difference.

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Best PC Laptop and Gear Bag Gifts

Help a loved one carry their laptop and accessories in style and comfort.

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Best PC Stocking Stuffers

Most of these are under $25, but we included a $100 Steam gift card because it’s small and fits in a stocking… so it counts, right?

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The Best Gift Ideas for 2020

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Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

If you’re looking for something new to play on PS4, there are some excellent deals at the PlayStation Store right now, including the first discounts on Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time and Spelunky 2. PSN is also hosting a new sale dubbed “Planet of the Discounts,” which features great deals on games such as Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and Red Dead Redemption 2.

Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time released in September to critical acclaim. The platforming game earned an 8/10 in GameSpot’s Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time review, with critic Mike Epstein praising the inventive level design, environments, and surplus of content. You can snag it for $45 until November 12.

The Planet of the Discounts sale is live until November 21, so you have a couple of weeks to shop the deals. Spelunky 2 has received a modest 20% discount, dropping the price to $16. The long-awaited roguelike platforming sequel earned an 8/10 in GameSpot’s Spelunky 2 review.

Some of the biggest games of the soon-to-be-ending console generation are on sale for great prices. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is discounted to $39, while Red Dead Redemption 2 is down to $27. You can also snag XCOM 2 Collection, which contains all of the stellar tactics game’s DLC, for only $30.

Other highlights from the sale include BioShock: The Collection for $10, The Wonderful 101: Remastered for $27.19, and Life is Strange 2 for $12.77. You can check out the entire slate of deals at the PlayStation Store and see our picks below.

Best deals at PlayStation Store

• Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey — $20 ($40)
• BioShock: The Collection — $10 ($50)
• Burnout Paradise Remastered — $10 ($20)
• Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time — $45 ($60)
• The Forest — $10 ($20)
• Life is Strange 2 — $12.77 ($31.94)
• Need for Speed: Ultimate Bundle — $9 ($60)
• Red Dead Redemption 2 — $27 ($60)
• Resident Evil 4 — $8 ($20)
• Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice — $39 ($60)
• Sonic Mania — $10 ($20)
• Spelunky 2 — $16 ($20)
• Tekken 7 — $10 ($50)
• The Wonderful 101: Remastered — $27.19 ($40)
• XCOM 2 Collection — $30 ($100)

Destiny 2‘s big Beyond Light expansion arrives on November 10, but before it goes live, developer Bungie will start preparing its sandbox with some necessary maintenance. On November 9, Destiny 2 will go offline from 7 PM PT / 10 PM ET and Bungie will remove players from all activities. Players will be unable to log in until 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET on Nov 10, but when they return they’ll be able to download Update 3.0.0.1.

This scheduled maintenance will also result in Destiny 2 having a smaller digital footprint at the cost of several destinations and activities being locked away in the Destiny Vault. You’ll need to redownload the entire game though, which will be between 59 GB and 71 GB in size depending on the platform. Players will also be able to start pre-loading for Beyond Light on the evening of November 9, 10 hours before the expansion officially goes live.

There’ll be plenty of new content to explore in the latest expansion next week, which includes three new Stasis subclasses (Titan Behemoth, Hunter Revenant, and Warlock Shadebinder), a return to the Cosmodrome from the original Destiny, and challenges, which will run over the course of the Season of the Hunt.

You can check out our Destiny 2 hub and preorder page for more information on the expansion. Destiny 2 will also be playable through backwards compatibility on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, with next-gen upgrades arriving in December.

If you’ve wanted to dive into the cyberpunk-fueled action of Ghostrunner but prefer to have a version for on-the-go gaming, then you’ll be happy to know that the Nintendo Switch version of the game is set to launch on November 10.

Co-publishers All in Games and 505 Games have confirmed the release date after a previous delay of the port, with Ghostrunner having launched already on Xbox One, PS4, and PC. The press release states that the visually demanding title has been tuned accordingly for the Nintendo Switch and its hardware, which should produce a “smooth experience”. The PS4 version of the game was rough at launch, but has since been patched to fix many of its technical issues.

Ghostrunner is a first-person action game with melee-focused combat and a heavy reliance on quick, acrobatic parkour. Each enemy can be taken down with a single hit, but you can fall equally fast to their ranged attacks. The game challenges your reflexes and combat awareness, letting you pull off stylish kills and execute split-second escapes with your flexible but strong katana.

It’s a formula that is as riveting to play as it sounds on paper, too. GameSpot’s Ghostrunner review praised the game’s white-knuckle combat and engrossing difficulty, with critic Mike Epstein writing, ” There’s bound to be a lot of frustration along the way, so it isn’t all smiles, exactly, but the rush you feel in the moment as you perfectly run a room is worth the grit.”