Giant collection of Android game/app deals and freebies now live ahead of July 4th!

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As we head into July 4th weekend, Google Play is serving up a giant collection of top-tier Android game and app deals, and the list has now gotten even longer. We will be adding to this collection as more deals pop over the weekend and into next week, just be sure to also scope out the offers we are tracking on Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 4 and its 15W Fast Wireless Charger at the Amazon low. As for the apps, new highlights added to our holiday collection below include Monopoly, Doom and Destiny Worlds, to The Moon, Muse Dash, Forager, Dead Cells, and much more. Head below for best Android apps and games on sale ahead of July 4th. 

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Official price hikes are coming, 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate now $29.50 (Reg. $45)

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Update: The deal below has jumped up to $29.69 now, but that’s well below the $45 list and, with the official price jump going into effect tomorrow, the best price around from a trusted source. 

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price hikes are imminent and we have now spotted a notable deal just in time. Trusted online retailer CDKeys is now offering 3-months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at $25.79 with free digital delivery. Regularly $45 and currently listed at $41.50 via Amazon, this is nearly 45% off the going rate and the lowest price we can find from a trusted source. Today’s deal is also within $1 of our previous mention and a great chance to ensure your subscription is set into the future at a discount. CDKeys is a trusted source for discounted Xbox Game Pass subscription deals and regularly serves up some of the lowest prices around. The official price jump has now been confirmed and will go into effect starting on July 6 or August 13 for existing Game Pass users on a monthly subscription. You can get a complete breakdown of how the price jump will work in our feature piece right here and then head below or additional details. 

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Today’s Android game and app deals: Mortal Crusade, Zombie Age 2, Pop the Tiles, more

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This afternoon’s collection of the best Android game and app deals is now ready and waiting down below the fold. Just be sure to scope out these Google Assistant-ready Kasa smart home deals from $10 as well as the all-time lows now live on the Samsung Galaxy S22/Ultra. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Mortal Crusade, Zombie Age 2, Rush Rally Origins, Pop the Tiles, Deep Space: First Contact, FTP Server, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals. 

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July PS Plus FREE games: Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War, Alan Wake Remastered, more

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The July PlayStation Plus free games have been officially unveiled. Taking to the PlayStation Blog this morning, Sony has now unveiled what’s on tap for the free game library next month for PlayStation Plus subscribers. Last month we saw NBA 2K23, Jurassic World, and the moody Trek to Yomi, but this time it around it’s all about hardcore Cold War-era shooters, the mysterious town of Bright Falls, and a heart-warming eco-conscious adventure experience. Head below for more details and a closer look at the July PlayStation Plus free games. 

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Nintendo adds Revenge of Shinobi, Ghouls ’n Ghosts to SEGA Switch Online, playable now

Some new SEGA Switch Online games are launching today. Nintendo has now taken to its official Twitter feed to unveil the next batch of SEGA Genesis titles landing in its Switch Online library. While most folks are still reeling of the announcement of the new Super Mario Bros. Wonder game, the upcoming remake of Super Mario RPG, and everything else it showcased in its latest Nintendo Direct presentation, the Genesis Switch Online library is being infused with some classics starting today. Head below for more details. 

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Everybody 1-2 Switch! first impressions: Nintendo doubles down on chaotically fun party games

After just taking a closer look at what’s new for Pikmin 4, I am back with some insight on the latest party game from Nintendo. Everybody 1-2 Switch! is slated to land on consoles at the end of the month, and ahead of time I got to experience just what will be arriving come June 30.

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Xbox Barbie collab delivers new custom console, controller faceplates, FREE Forza add-ons, more

Microsoft has now unveiled a new Barbie Xbox console alongside additional goodies as part of its collaboration with the upcoming film. The new Barbie movie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, is set to hit theaters next month, but first let’s take a look at the new custom Barbie Xbox console, in-game content, and controller faceplates. Before the film hits the silver screen on July 21, 2023, Microsoft is bringing Barbie’s signature flair to its platform in the form of in-game content for Forza Horizon 5, the first-ever Xbox Barbie dolls, and its “most stylish” custom Xbox hardware yet. Head below for a closer look at the new Barbie Xbox console and more. 

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First impressions: Pikmin 4 perfects my favorite Nintendo franchise with fresh gameplay and gorgeous graphics

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Pikmin 4 is set to release next month on July 21. Ahead of time, Nintendo invited me to come check out what the fourth installment of the franchise is all about. Last Thursday, I got to spend over an hour and a half playing Pikmin 4, exploring all there is to be excited about from the upcoming game. Here are my first impressions on the story mode, refreshed gameplay, and the new Dandori Battle versus mode, alongside nearly 10 minutes of new footage from the game.

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New 3D embossed HORI Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch case lands at under $19 Prime shipped

After officially announcing the release date and then showcasing new gameplay earlier this week during the latest Nintendo Direct, the new HORI Pikmin 4 Switch case has emerged. Much like the Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, and Splatoon 3 gear before it, HORI is now ready to unleash its latest officially licensed accessory in celebration of the upcoming release of Pikmin 4 on July 21, 2023. Adorned with adorable iconography and characters from the new game, the HORI Pikmin 4 Switch case is now available for pre-order, and you can get a closer look down below. 

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Xbox Game Pass subscription price hike on the way, Series X consoles going up as well; Here’s what you need to know

After official Xbox game price hikes officially went into effect back in October of last year and speculation ran rampant that console and Xbox Game Pass would be next, the inevitable is now on the way now. Xbox hinted at as much, but it is really hitting home now. Various reports are now suggesting official Xbox Game Pass price hikes are on the way as early as next month alongside a price jump on its flagship consoles as well. It’s time to lock in your subscriptions now before the price increases go live folks. Head below for more details. 

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Today’s 40-minute Nintendo Direct show starts now! Pikmin 4, games releasing this year, more

Today’s mid-year Nintendo Direct is scheduled to go live at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET, as we detailed yesterday. After what can only be described as a more than exciting year for Nintendo Switch owners, mainly, if not entirely, because of the incredible new Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, it’s time to see what else Nintendo has up its sleeve for the remainder of 2023 and potentially into 2024 – that’s where the most exciting stuff will likely land after all. Having said that, you never know what Nintendo might have in store for this year’s holiday season and we might very well get a surprise or two there. Head below to watch today’s Nintendo Direct presentation. 

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Nintendo announces 40-min. Direct presentation scheduled for tomorrow morning: Pikmin 4, more

The next Nintendo Direct has now been announced. Nintendo unleashed the epic beast that is Zelda Tears of the Kingdom already this year (it is now on sale at its best Amazon price yet), but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have more in store for us for the remainder of 2023. One might even suggest this upcoming presentation could cap off the summer gaming presentations in a major way after seeing PlayStation and Xbox take the stage alongside the Summer Game Fest show. Head below for more details on the next Nintendo direct presentation. 

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Kingdoms and Castles city builder gets new buildings in industry and infrastructure update

City builders have to be my favorite gaming genre as of late, and while the iconic title, Cities Skylines II, is still months away. However, a game you might not have heard of (or maybe just haven’t looked at in a while) is Kingdoms and Castles. This unique city builder simulation is about growing your kingdom from a tiny hamlet into a “sprawling city and imposing castle.” The new update released over the weekend introduces industry and infrastructure, which changes pace from the last update, which focused on combat and interaction with the AI. There’s a lot to like in the recent Kingdoms and Castles update, so head below where we unpack all you can expect here. Plus, the game is even on sale right now.

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Sony announces upcoming PS5 cloud game streaming, new PS Plus titles, freebies, more

After rolling out its new PlayStation Plus system over the last year or so, it looks like PS5 cloud gaming is on the way in a major way. While Sony has always seemed as though it was playing catch-up with Xbox Live/Game Pass, and in many ways it has, its PlayStation Plus initiative is making a valiant attempt at bridging the gap for its player base. Today, alongside details on the next batch of titles coming to its streaming catalog for members and 10 days of activities for the community, Sony is announcing that it is now testing out cloud streaming for supported PS5 games. More details below. 

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Amazon knocks nearly 30% off its multi-platform Luna wireless controller, now $50 (Reg. $70)

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Update: Amazon has once again brought back its nearly 30% price drop on the wireless Luna gamepad, dropping the price down to $49.99 shipped.

Amazon is now giving folks another shot at scoring its multi-platform wireless Luna gamepad at $49.99 shipped. Regularly $70, this is nearly 30% off the going rate and the best price we can find. Today’s deal is matching both our previous mention and the 2023 low to deliver the second-best overall total all-time. While it was built for Amazon’s Luna cloud gaming service, it also works on Windows, Mac, Fire TV, Fire tablet, iPhone, iPad, Chromebook, and Android devices to deliver a truly multi-platform wireless experience. You can even use the controller’s mic to launch games with Alexa on Fire TV or Fire Tablet devices. USB-C charging, low-friction thumbsticks, a D-pad, and textured grips are all in place here and you can get a deeper look at the user experience in our hands-on review. Head below for more.

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Cities: Skylines II will let you build road grids in one click plus more in our trailer deep dive

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Over the weekend during the Xbox Games Showcase, we got more information about Cities: Skylines II, including an official release date, pricing, and also a preview of some features we can expect to see in-game. Most notably, there’s been a complete overhaul of several key game aspects including refreshed road-building mechanics (native grid construction, anyone?), new zoning abilities, and much more. Cities: Skylines II launches October 24 on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. I’m excited about this launch, so head below as I unpack everything we know about the upcoming Cities: Skylines II in out trailer deep dive below.

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Capcom summer showcase reveal event starts now! Resident Evil, new games, and more

Following the Summer Game Fest showcase last week as well as this past weekend’s Xbox and Starfield events, the summer gaming bonanza continues with this afternoon’s Capcom show. While much of the major unveils are now behind us, there’s still more to come from the publisher behind the Resident Evil, Mega Man, and Street Fighter franchises. Capcom has made a splash over the last few years with some of the better remakes in recent years – RE 2 and 3 alongside the beloved fourth entry in the series that’s now out in the wild, not to mention the latest release in the iconic Street Fighter series. But we are now about to see the future of Capcom’s lineup. Head below for more details and to watch today’s showcase digital event. 

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Ubisoft Forward showcases new Assassin’s Creed Mirage gameplay, Avatar Frontiers, more

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After seeing Microsoft take the stage yesterday for its Summer Games Showcase, Ubisoft is back today for an event of its own. Revealing a collection of new titles, Ubisoft Forward arrives with better looks at the latest from Assassin’s Creed, an all-new Avatar game, and more.

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Seagate unveils new Special Edition Starfield Xbox Game Drives and Hubs today

Update: The Seagate special edition Starfield 8TB Game Hub and 2TB Game Drive are now available on Amazon at $229.99 and $109.99 shipped, respectively. They will begin shipping on September 6, 2023. Details below.  

Immediately following today’s Xbox Games Showcase, Bethesda’s first new game universe in 25-years was on full display and Seagate has now unveiled its new special edition Starfield Game Drive and Game Hub for Xbox. Following in line with the previously available Halo models and even these sweet Star Wars and Spider-Man variants featuring painterly renderings and matching LED glow lighting, Seagate is now teaming up with the folks at Bethesda to launch new drives “commemorating the explorers from Constellation.” Head below for more details on the new Seagate Starfield Game Drive and Game Hub. 

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Everything you need to know from Microsoft’s Xbox Games Showcase: Fable, Payday 3, Like a Dragon, more

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Microsoft today takes to the virtual stage for its third annual Xbox Summer Games Showcase. The 2023 event arrives to once again fill the void left by E3, delivering 90 minutes of content on all-new games, updates on long-awaited titles, and much more. Head below for all of the details on the latest titles coming to Xbox Series X/S, PC, Game Pass, and more including trailers, release dates, and so much other info.

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Today’s best Mac and iOS app deals: Afterplace, Stardash, Go Rally, and more

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We are almost ready to head into the weekend, but first let’s roundup all of Friday’s best Mac and iOS app deals. This morning has already seen solid price drops go live on Apple’s AirTag alongside summer deals on Beats Fit Pro and the wonderful Twelve South’s HiRise 3, but for now it’s all about the apps. Highlight titles include Pixelizator, Go Rally, Afterplace, Stardash, BFT – Bear Focus Timer, and Swim Out. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Mac and iOS app deals. 

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Spider-Man 2 official release date revealed, collector’s edition, Venom statue, box art, and pre-order details

Update: Pre-orders for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Collector’s Edition are scheduled to go live at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET via PlayStation Direct.

At today’s Summer Game Fest, Insomniac officially unveiled the October 20, 2023 release date for the highly-anticipated Spider-Man 2 and it can’t come fast enough! Sony delivered an epic gameplay demo of the game at its PlayStation summer showcase and we now have details on pre-order kick-off dates, all of the details you need on the pre-order bonuses, the Spider-Man 2 collector’s edition, and much more. Head below for all of the details. 

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Massive Summer Game Fest showcase: Spider-Man 2, MK 1, and much more…

This big-time Summer Game Fest showcase is kicking off shortly! Sony started of the summer of gaming with a notably epic PlayStation Showcase featuring the Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake, Alan Wake II, Assassin’s Creed Mirage gameplay, Dragon’s Dogma II, and much more, but it’s now time for Geoff Keighley’s massive event. And if last year’s show is any indication, we are in for a real treat. It will likely be much longer than Sony’s, completely platform-agnostic, and will almost certainly be loaded with both world premieres and gameplay debuts for some of gaming’s biggest upcoming titles. Head below to follow along with today Summer Game Fest showcase. 

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Madden NFL 24 brings more realism to core game mechanics like catching; pre-order now

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Are you ready to dive into the world of Madden NFL 24? Well, it’s almost time. The famed game from EA Sports is set to launch on August 18 worldwide with crossplay support and feature parity across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Josh Allen becomes the first Buffalo Bills player to be on the NFL cover, and there’s also new FieldSENSE and SAPIEN technology integrated here. Ready to take to the field and win the Superbowl? Keep reading for all the details we have on Madden NFL 24 ahead of launch.

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Today’s best game deals: Mario Sparks of Hope $25, PSN Double Discounts up to 50% off

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Best Buy is now offering one of the best prices ever on Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope at $24.99 with free shipping in orders over $35 or for My Best Buy members (details here). Regularly $60 and currently still marked down to $30 at Amazon, this is matching the lowest price we have ever tracked since release earlier this year. And, Best Buy is offering the Cosmic edition here that comes with some extra in-game goodies including Galactic Prestige Collection with 3 exclusive weapon skins for your team. We loved our time with the sequel to the original Mario + Rabbids crossover at review where we said it “invigorates turn-based tactics with open-world action.” It delivers improvements across the board alongside new gameplay mechanics, a fresh new story, boss bottles, and more as players attempt to “rescue the uncanny Sparks throughout the galaxy.” Head below for more big-time summer game deals.

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Score Arcade1Up’s SHAQ Edition NBA Jam cabinet with oversized display at $400 ($300 off)

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Best Buy is now offering the Arcade1Up NBA Jam SHAQ Edition Arcade cabinet for $399.99 shipped. Regularly $700 and even more directly from Arcade1Up when it’s even in-stock, this is $300 off and the lowest price we can find. Today’s deal is also a rare one, the lowest total of the year, and the best deal we have tracked, not to mention coming in at well below the $563 deal we are seeing at Amazon today. This is not just some overpriced special edition model of the NBA Jam cabinet, it actually sports a bigger 19-inch display – the largest of any Arcade1Up cabinet. A light-up marquee is joined by 4-player “real-feel” arcade joysticks and buttons as well as copies of the beloved classic basketball experiences, including NBA Jam, NBA Jam Tournament Edition, and NBA Hangtime. You can even “post scores to leaderboards and download the companion app to join a community of gamers across the country.” Head below for more details. 

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Hot on the heels of macOS support, No Man’s Sky gets a new expedition with fresh cosmetics

Hot on the heels of No Man’s Sky being released on macOS, there’s another update incoming. This time, instead of introducing an all-new platform, the team is bringing us Expedition Ten: Singularity. Launching simultaneously on all platforms, including macOS, this expedition will bring your pilgrimage into a harmonic camp in a narrative-heavy journey, forming the second chapter that began with Interceptor earlier this year. Traveler, are you ready to embark on Singularity? Head below to find out all the unlockables available as well as the time frame you have to complete it in.

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New official Nintendo Live merchandise goes up for pre-order: Shirts, pins, Switch case, more

Nintendo Live is now officially set to kick at the Seattle Convention Center from September 1 through to September 4, 2023. And to celebrate, Nintendo has now launched a new lineup of merchandise alongside giving gamers a chance to win free tickets to the event from now through later this month. Head below for a closer look at the new Nintendo merch (pre-orders are now live and you might want to jump in while you still can). 

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WD_BLACK’s C50 Xbox Expansion Card officially debuts today to undercut Seagate at $80

Update: Pre-orders on the new WD_BLACK 1TB C50 Expansion Card for Xbox are now live on Amazon at $149.99 shipped. Officially releases on July 7, 2023. 

The new WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox officially arrives today. While Seagate had the lock on the official Xbox Series X|S storage game for years, Western Digital has entered with its own solution. Finally Xbox gamers have some options when it comes to expanding their internal storage capabilities in an official capacity and the WD options start at an even lower price point right now. Head below for a closer look and more details on the now available WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox. 

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Official SEGA Genesis Mini 2 console with 60 games hits best price ever at $77.50

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Update: The official Amazon listing has now dropped to the best price ever. Simply use code 2023SEGAFS at check out to drop your total down to $77.68 with the usual $22.30 shipping from Japan (fulfilled by Amazon Japan, details below). 

SEGA introduced its latest miniature gaming console, known as the SEGA Genesis Mini 2 in the US or Mega Drive Mini 2 in Japan, back in summer of 2022 and it is now at the lowest price yet. While there is no domestic listing to buy one here in the US, as we reported on previously the Amazon Japan listing you’ll find right here is indeed the official way to score one. After launching at $100 with the shipping fee from Japan, this soon-to-be potentially rare collectible can now be had for $88.10 with the usual $21.99 shipping fee. This is a few bucks under the previous best and a new Amazon all-time low. If you or someone you know is looking to add what seems to be the last of the mini consoles to your collection, now’s a good time to consider locking one in. Hit up our launch coverage for a closer look and head below for more details. 

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Nintendo officially announces Pikmin 4 release date alongside today’s new trailer

Update: Walmart is now offering Pikmin 4 pre-orders at the regular $59.99 shipped with an exclusive steel water bottle for FREE

We now have new details and the Pikmin 4 release date. After Nintendo launched the world premiere for the upcoming entry in the series during its massive Direct presentation back in February, it’s now time for some more details on the highly-anticipated Pikmin 4. While it might have never really achieved the kind of status Mario and Zelda have among gamers, folks who love the Pikmin series really love the Pikmin series and we now know the next entry in the franchise will be hitting store shelves starting next month! Head below for today’s Pikmin 4 — Rise to the Occasion trailer and more details on the game. 

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Microsoft’s big Xbox summer game sale goes live today with hundreds of titles up to 80% off

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The big-time Xbox summer game sale, officially known as the Deals Unlocked sale, is kicking off today! Just ahead of this weekend’s Xbox Showcase and the first major Starfield Direct, the annual summer Xbox game sale is going live from today through June 19, 2023. Every year around this time, Microsoft launches its summer sale, much like Sony did last week on the PlayStation side of things, to bolster sales during the warmer months and to give gamers a chance to scoop up some digital titles at a serious discount. Head below for more details on the Deals Unlocked Xbox summer game sale. 

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8Bitdo launches ‘world’s first Xbox-licensed wireless arcade stick’ today, pre-order now

8Bitdo is a favorite around here, a beloved third-party controller maker for gamers everywhere, and we have just spotted its brand new Xbox Arcade Stick controller. Following the 8Bitdo Arcade Stick controller for Windows and Switch that launched way back in 2020 with a heavily Nintendo-inspired design, a new officially licensed model has just surfaced for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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Nintendo unveils new summer-ready pastel Joy-Con set for release later this month

Update: Pre-orders now live at GameStop and Amazon: Pink/Yellow or Green/Purple.

After seeing some new designs on Nintendo hardware for the launch of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom last month, including the new OLED console and Pro Controller, Nintendo has now unveiled some new pastel Joy-Con for the summer. It has been a long while since we last saw some kind of refreshed colorways for Nintendo’s official miniature Switch controllers, but it is channeling some summer fun today with the launch of its new soft pastel treatments. Head below for a closer look. 

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PlayStation Days of Play sale now live! PS5 gear, loads of game deals, PS Plus, more

Now live! 40% off

The Days of Play PlayStation sale is here and will be kicking off any time now (if it isn’t already by the time you’re reading this) as promised. It is easily one of the biggest PlayStation sales of the year, including everything from PlayStation Plus membership plans and merchandise to huge price drops on PS4 and PS5 games, DualSense controllers, and much more. While it remains to be seen if the new DualSense Edge pro controller (full review here) or PS VR2 units will get in on the festivities, all of the best deals across the entire realm of PlayStation will be ready and waiting for you down below in this roundup of the best Days of Play PlayStation deals. 

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Today’s Android game and app deals: Out of the Box, Kiwanuka, Spirit, and more

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It is now time for all today’s best deals on Android games and apps courtesy of Google Play. Be sure to wrap your new Google Pixel 7a in Case-Mate’s latest Slim Fit Case while it’s at its best price yet and then dive into today’s Samsung Galaxy tablet Gold Box sale for up to $220 off various models starting from $105. But for now, it’s all about the apps with highlights including titles like Kiwanuka, Spirit, Out of the Box, Aftermath, Quick Reminders & To Do, and more. Head below for a complete look at all of today’s best Android game and app deals. 

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June PlayStation Plus FREE games: NBA 2K23, Jurassic World, and Trek to Yomi

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After what was for some a less than exciting batch this month, Sony has now announced the PlayStation Plus FREE games for June. Just 48 hours before the start of its major Days of Play sale event, Sony has taken to the official PlayStation Blog to unveil the June PS Plus freebies. We have arguably the best basketball simulation on the way, a moody, ultra-stylized cinematic action-adventure, and an original Jurassic World narrative. Head below for more details on next month’s batch of free PlayStation Plus games. 

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Score a manufacturer certified refurb Xbox Series S down at $200 today (Orig. $300)

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While the flagship Series X console is now readily available for purchase at full price via Amazon, Monoprice is now giving folks a chance to score the all-digital Series S at $199.99 shipped. Certified refurbished from Microsoft, this is a notable chance to land a current-generation machine for the kids, a spare room, the lake house, or otherwise without paying anywhere near full price. The new units carry a regular price tag at $300 (currently $280 from trusted Amazon third-party sellers) while the Amazon renewed units are fetching $259. This refurbished listing includes a 90-day manufacturer’s limited warranty and has been “put through a rigorous certification process, tested to confirm it’s working properly, and inspected for hardware and cosmetic quality.” It also ships with the console itself, one Xbox Wireless Controller, and the power cable. Head below for more details. 

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Microsoft’s flagship Elite Wireless Controller now at $140 (Reg. $180), more Xbox gear from $47

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Microsoft has now launched a spring Xbox accessory sale event with deals on its wireless Xbox controllers and its Stereo Headset. But one standout here has to be the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 controller down at $144.99 $139.99 shipped via Amazon. Regularly $180, this is among the lowest we have tracked this year and the best we can find. While you will find the newer, trimmed down Core models starting from $100 right here, the original Elite Series 2 delivers a more extensive package with additional hardware attachments and customization potential without purchasing the separate add-on pack. Adjustable-tension thumbsticks, wrap-around rubberized grip, and shorter hair trigger locks are just some of the features here alongside custom profiles you can recall for various titles as well as swappable thumbstick toppers, D-pads, and paddles. The 40-hour battery life is also joined by “interchangeable components and exclusive button mapping options.” Get a deeper look in our hands-on review right here and you can compare it to the newer Core model here. Additional deals and details below. 

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Sony’s massive Days of Play sale: PS5 gear, 40% off games, 25% off PS Plus, and more

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After what could only be described as a truly epic summer PlayStation Showcase (I cannot wait for this MGS3 remake!), Sony has announced its massive annual Days of Play sale. For the last few years, Sony has launched a wide-ranging summer sale loaded with price drops on its subscription services and hardware that sits alongside a giant collection of digital game deals and more. Now, after taking to its official PlayStation Blog to detail this year’s festivities, we know everything will kick off early Friday morning and all of the details you need to know to prepare are waiting down below. 

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Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake: Original voice cast, new screenshots, Master Collection, and more

The Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake is actually coming! Sony took the stage yesterday with what could be described as white an epic summer showcase. Loaded with exciting new indie games, gameplay blowouts of the new Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Spider-Man 2, but one of the most exciting reveals of the show would have to be the Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake. Naked Snake is making a triumphant return on modern hardware, and I couldn’t be any more excited for it. The teaser trailer was short and sweet, but there was much to be gleamed from the announcement alongside some new in-engine screenshots and the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection: Volume 1. So let’s go over everything down below. 

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Massive hour-long 2023 summer PlayStation Showcase: MGS 3 remake, Spider-Man 2, more

Welcome to the 2023 PlayStation Showcase! E3 might have been officially cancelled this year, but the big summer gaming presentations are kicking off today with the official PlayStation Showcase – and it’s going to be a big one by the sounds of it. Last week unveiled its plans for today’s showcase, and this isn’t going to be some regular State of Play event, but rather an official PlayStation Showcase that will be loaded with reveals, announcements, and updates on the biggest and best games on the platform. It all starts at 1 p.m PT/4 p.m. ET and you watch it down below. 

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Nintendo now set to bring Super Mario Advance 1 and 2 plus Yoshi’s Island to Switch Online

Some new Mario Switch Online games are on the way. While Switch gamers everywhere all still sky high in the latest Zelda release, Nintendo has now announced some new additions to its Game Boy Advance Switch Online library. After a series of more obscure and let’s call it, cult classic-status additions to its growing online library of retro games, it’s time for everyone’s favorite plumber to get in on the action. After the launch of its Game Boy titles back in February that already featured quite a notable catalogue of games, Nintendo is now set to add three new Mario adventures to the list. Head below for more details. 

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NetherRealm officially unveils the new Mortal Kombat 1 with Kameo support characters, debut trailer, more

Update: Mortal Kombat 1 pre-orders are now live from $70:

  • PS5 standard $70
  • Xbox Series X/S standard $70
  • Switch standard $70
  • PS5 Premium Edition $110
  • Xbox Series X/S Premium Edition $110
  • Switch standard Premium Edition $110

After teasers surfaced yesterday, the brand new Mortal Kombat 1 has been officially unveiled. Set for releases in September, “a new era has begun.” The game will feature “a reborn Mortal Kombat Universe” to usher in a new era of the iconic fighting franchise with new battle mechanics, game modes, and an overhauled version of the infamous fatality system. Pre-orders on the new game are set to kick off tomorrow with with some special bonuses alongside details on early Beta access starting this summer. Head below for more and the debut trailer. 

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PlayStation’s massive hour-long E3-worthy showcase has now been announced

It looks as though the pseudo-PlayStation E3 showcase has now been announced, and it’s going to be a big one. Heads up, folks, E3 might have been officially canceled this year, but that doesn’t mean we won’t be getting some notable gaming showcases. Plus, they appear to be starting sooner than expected. While many of the annual presentations from the major publishers and developers tend to land in the summer months (June and beyond), it now looks as though things might be starting a little early on the PlayStation side of things. Sony has now taken to its official Twitter feed to announce a major “PlayStation Showcase,” set to stream next week. Head below for more details. 

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Today’s Android game and app deals: Dead Cells, Almost Gone, Streets of Rage 4, more

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We have now gathered today’s best Android game and app deals into this afternoon’s roundup, all of which you’ll find down below. Just be sure you also scope out the deals we are tracking on Samsung’s 512GB PRO Plus 160MB/s microSD as well as Google’s Pixel 6a at $100 off. As for the apps, highlights titles include the fantastic Dead Cells, DISTRAINT 2, Football Manager 2023 Mobile, The Almost Gone, Streets of Rage 4, Deep Space: First Contact, and more. Head below for a complete looks at today’s best Android game and app deals. 

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PowerA’s new MOGA XP-Ultra wireless controller is certified for console, mobile, and PC

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Today, PowerA is announcing its latest officially licensed gaming accessory with the MOGA XP-Ultra wireless controller. Uniquely designed and feature-packed, this is the “first” officially licensed wireless controller for Xbox Series X|S on the market that’s also made to be used for mobile gaming, PCs, and consoles interchangeably, according to the company. Ready to find out more about the brand-new PowerA MOGA XP-Ultra? Head below to uncover all that the controller has to offer.

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Play Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo’s open-box Switch at $247 (Orig. $300)

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Tears of the Kingdom hit the world by storm starting on Friday, taking over the likes of Twitter, TikTok, and the rest of the web with wild clips of all the wacky and intense action from Hyrule. If you’re looking to dive into the fun yourself, Woot today is now offering an open-box Nintendo Switch for $246.99. Shipping is free for Prime members, with a flat rate $6 fee applying otherwise. Normally fetching $300, you’re looking at a rare chance to save on Nintendo’s hybrid console. It’s a perfectly-timed discount to get in on the action, with nearly enough savings to bring home the device and latest Zelda game for just about retail.

While not the all-new OLED version that offers some quality of life improvements over the original, this is the first Switch that Nintendo released. It still offers the same graphic performance as the newer counterpart, alongside all of the same hybrid action that lets you fight Ganondorf up on the big screen and then take Link on-the-go to explore Hyrule while away from home. The open-box status comes backed by a 30-day warranty, but otherwise are like-new. Head below for more.

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