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 game 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!
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I’m most excited about trying the EA Sports FC 25 game on the PlayStation 5 console and playing this with my kids. We have an old PS3 and the graphics on these newer games and consoles seems amazing!
Would love to try the new Mario Kart for the Switch 2!
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It’s not available yet, but give it a couple days. I am soooo excited about the Nintendo Switch 2. It is going to be epic!
I am excited for the NHL 25 for the PS5 because I am a hockey enthusiast and would love to get my hands on the game.
Nintendo switch 2 will be great.
Looking to get by butt kicked multiple times with Doom: Dark ages on the PS5
Going to go with Mario Kart World for Switch 2. Mario Karts are always good. Can never go wrong there.
My kids and I really want to play Mario Kart World on the Switch 2. It looks like a winner.
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I am looking forward to Mario Kart World on Switch 2 because my kids and I have had a LOT of fun with Mario Kart over the past few years, and the open world idea is really interesting.
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Looking forward to Mario Kart World! With the amount of content this game appears to have, I’ll be playing it for years and years!
I’m looking forward to the Switch 2 with Mario Kart World, because it’s the next level in handheld gaming. I can’t wait to take it on the go and play all my favourite games untethered from my home.
my pick–Mario Kart World for Switch 2– with upgrades and graphics, it has to be 100 times better than the original that I couldnt get enough of.
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I’d love to try Super Mario Wonder on my Switch!
I would love to use the Meta quest 3S to immerse myself in VR games
Most excited about the PlayStation 5 because we have wanted a PlayStation for the longest time – and it would be wonderful to have the latest one.
I’m most excited about Spider-Man 2 because the game looks really fun
Mario kart world to play with friends
I’m most excited about Death Stranding 2. The first was incredible so pumped for the second!
I’m excited for Mario Kart World for Switch 2. I grew up playing Mario Kart and would love to play with my kids.
I would love to upgrade to the Nintendo switch 2.
the wii is such an instrumental item in our home and family bonding nights and an upgrade to the new wii 2 would be amazing. mario kart is our favorite game.
I’m most excited about the switch 2 pro controller. I love my original pro controller and I’m looking forward to back buttons!
Best Buy has an amazing array of retro gaming devices and while this article is about the latest and greatest it’s amazing to be able to go to one place and see the evolution of gaming from arcade machines to VR glasses like the Meta Quest. Immersion has been done in many forms like lore and well written stories it has only been recently that visual immersion is accessible to general gamers at home.
I look forward to Mario Kart World, because I would like to experience this new game.
The VR2 headset should be exciting to try. Play without a TV.
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I’m most excited about the PlayStation 5 Pro Console and the new Astro Bot game at Best Buy! The upgraded visuals and power of the PS5 Pro make it the perfect system to dive into next-gen gaming, and Astro Bot looks like pure fun charming, creative, and packed with personality. As a huge fan of platformers and the PlayStation universe, this combo is a dream.
I am excited about the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Gaming Headset with Microphone – Black because my son is asking for a new headset for his birthday and I would love to get this one for him.
Mario Kart would be great – such a classic, but Lego Horizon Adventures also looks sweet!
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I am most excited for the DualSense Wireless Edge Controller because it would elevate the already amazing experience of playing on PlayStation!
Mario Kart World. I’m a big fan of Mario Kart.
Would love to play Mario kart world, our family plays loves Mario kart race nights
Mario kart world, I have been waiting for a new Mario kart game for so long, it was my favorite growing up
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Playstation VR2 to experience Virtual Reality tech for the first time.