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Mac Game Store is offering up to 60% off on select Mac titles this week including Borderlands 2 for $29.95 (Reg. $40), The Walking Dead for $9.95 (Reg. $24.99) and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for $7.99 (Reg. $15). You can also grab the award winning indie title LIMBO for $4.99 (which we highly recommend) and Double Fine’s The Cave for $9.99. Below is a list of some other discounted Mac titles available this week:

Borderlands 2 for $29.95 Normally $39.99

The Walking Dead for $9.95 Normally $24.99

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for $7.99 Normally $14.99

The Cave for $9.99 Normally $14.99

LIMBO for $4.99 Normally $9.99

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You can pick up Fruit Ninja for free today on iOS as Apple’s free app of the week. Halfbrick’s fast-paced arcade hit is likely only discounted for a limited time and is usually 99 cents. We’ve noticed Halfbrick’s free sales usually only last for 24 hours, so you’ll want to pick it up while you can. Fruit Ninja is currently available for free on iPhone, iPod touch and iPad.

Fruit Ninja for iPad FREE

Fruit Ninja for iPhone and iPod touch FREE

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For the first time ever, you can grab a free copy of Rovio’s hit iOS game, Angry Birds Star Wars.  This deal can be had via the Starbucks App which recently switched to digital distribution for their free apps of the week.  To review the download process please refer to today’s 9to5mac story.  This deal is only valid for one week.

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Update: Origin’s Mac game sale has now expired

Origin is offering 50% off on all its Mac games from April 9 – April 15. Gamers can pick up all 65 Mac titles for 50% off including Portal 2 for $9.99, Dragon Age 2 for $9.99 and Batman Arkham City Game of The Year Edition for $19.99 among others. Origin is also continuing to offer its free economy shipping on orders over $25. Here is a brief list of some of the more notable titles available:

Batman Arkham City Game of The Year Edition $19.99

Batman Arkham Asylum $14.99

Portal 2 $9.99

Dragon Age 2 $9.99

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Amazon has announced its Video Game Spring Outlet Sale today with up to 71% in savings on Xbox 360, PS3, PC and Nintendo Wii games with free shipping. The Spring sale includes titles like Battlefield 3 Premium Edition for $39.99, Madden NFL 13 for as low as $31.87 and EA’s Medal of Honor Warfighter for $17.46. Amazon also has the new Tomb Raider reboot on for $45.99 and Call of Duty: Black Ops II on for $39.99 as part of its featured weekly deals. We have put together a list of some of the other great discounted titles from Amazon below. Enjoy!

– Battlefield 3 Premium Edition $39.99

– Madden NFL 13 $31.87

– Tomb Raider $45.99

– Call of Duty: Black Ops II $39.99

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Mac Game Store is offering up to 50% off on an assortment of Mac games this week including Call of Duty: Black Ops for $39.99 (Reg. $49.99), The Walking Dead for $14.99 (Reg.  $24.99) and The Sims Medieval for $14.99 (Reg.  $29.95), among others. Head past the break for the full list of discounted Mac titles available this week:

Call of Duty: Black Ops for $39.99 Normally $49.99.

The Walking Dead for $14.99 Normally $24.99.

The Sims Medieval for $14.99 Normally $29.95.

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The popular iOS weather app, Solar: Weather, is temporarily free, regular $1.99.  Described as “a modern tech-cessory for the aesthetically-inspired, new-fashioned adventurer.”  The developers boast that you wont find detailed vector polygons or dew point calibration,  “just radiant, colorscapes to accurately help you size up your day.”  It’s free right now, download and give it a try.

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For a limited time you can grab Rayman Jungle Run for only 99 cents.  This “legendary platformer” has received critical acclaim since launching on iOS, it was even dubbed “App Store Best of 2012.”

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Update: Today only, Amazon has Borderlands 2 & Season Pass for only $25 (PC)

Mac gaming aficionados Aspyr Media is releasing a much anticipated update to its Borderlands 2 Mac App Store title. Starting today, users will be able to install version 1.3.2 to get access to Mac vs Mac co-op multiplayer through Game Center, as well as 5 new downloadable content packs available via in-app purchase that include the 5th playable character– The Mechromancer.

To celebrate the update, Aspyr is currently offering Borderlands 2 for 50% off the Mac App Store, allowing Mac users to grab the game for $29.99 (Regular $59.99) for a limited time.

You can check out our interview with Aspyr execs on the future of Mac gaming here.

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The iTunes App of the Week this week is Phoster, a “user-friendly application to create stylish posters and various invitation cards.”  During this promotion you can grab Phoster for free, it typically sells for $1.99.  This is a universal download optimized for the iPhone and iPad.

With stylish templates which are already within the application, you will be able to create posters without great effort.
When you get the job done of first step making posters, you can utilize various effects and decorates to complete the chic posters your own.

This App is for you to create posters to promote and invite your friends at your party, concert, birthday etc. 
You will share your created posters with your friends via facebook, twitter, tumbler, and email.

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Popular iOS chat client, IM+ Pro, is temporarily available for $3.99, down from $9.99.  IM+ Pro touts its self as an “all-in-one” chat client, supporting a variety of IM services including: Facebook, Skype, MSN/Live Messenger, Google Talk, Yahoo!, AIM/iChat, ICQ, Jabber, MeinVZ, Gadu-Gadu, SINA Weibo, mig33, VKontakte, Odnoklassniki.ru, Mamba.Ru, Fetion, Yandex IM, Mail.Ru Agent and RenRen.

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ProCutX for Final Cut Pro X for iPad has just received its first price drop ever, going from $25 to free.  ProCutX allows editors to control Final Cut Pro X via an iPad, “in one clean interface, eliminating the need for clicking and searching through the Final Cut Pro X menus.”

Mac Life rated this app 3/5 saying: “Many updates are planned, and ProCutX shows a lot of potential and promise, but this condensed iPad control panel app isn’t necessarily an upgrade over whatever routine already works best for Final Cut Pro X veterans.”

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Mac Game Store is offering up to 57% off on an assortment of Mac games this week including Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas for $9.99 (Reg. $14.99), Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for $9.99 (Reg.  $14.99) and Dragon Age 2 for $24.95, among others. Below is a list of the other discounted Mac titles available this week:

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for $9.99 Normally $14.99.

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas for $9.99 Normally $14.99.

Grand Theft Auto 3 for $4.99 Normally $9.99.

Dragon Age 2 for $24.95 Normally $29.95.

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For a limited time, you can grab a free copy of Sonic Dash for the iPhone and iPad.  This game typically sells for $1.99 and has never been free before this drop.  Hit the download link below to cash in on these savings.

Sonic Dash temporarily free, regular $1.99

Also, if you’re in the market for some app deals, EA Games is taking up to 90% off 55 different games.

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Final Fantasy V has finally landed in the App Store, 20 years after its original release.  Last week we featured discounted copies of several iOS Final Fantasy titles which was a precursor to the epic launch of Final Fantasy V.  The game is now live in the App Store across the world for $16, as a Universal download for iPhone and iPad.

Embark on an epic adventure as four heroes driven together by fate: Bartz and his chocobo companion, Princess Lenna of Castle Tycoon, the mysterious Galuf, and the pirate captain Faris. The crystals that bring peace and prosperity to the world – earth, water, fire, and wind – have lost their power and are on the verge of destruction.

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Capcom has two more Street Fighter titles on sale today for $0.99. Street Fighter II Collection for iOS is now available for $0.99 down from $3.99 and Street Fighter IV Volt is also on for $0.99 down from $4.99. The SF II Collection comes with three classic titles from the series: Street Fighter II The World Warrior, Street Fighter II CHAMPION EDITION and Street Fighter II HYPER FIGHTING. Street Fighter IV Volt adds Balrog, M. Bison, Cody, Sakura, Makoto, FeiLong and Yun as playable characters as well as online multiplayer support.

Street Fighter II Collection for iOS $0.99

Street Fighter IV Volt for iOS $0.99

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UPDATE: Gamefly offers Battlefield 4 w/ Expansion pack for $48 when you enter coupon code “GFDAPR20” at checkout.

The wait is over, you can now pre-order Battlefield 4 from the EA Origins online store.  Along with the regular edition, gamers can also preorder the Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes access to the Battlefield 4 Beta and Premium Expansion Pack.  More details regarding the Deluxe Edition are expected to be released by EA  in the coming days.  This game is slated to be released Fall of 2013 for the PS3, Xbox 360 and PC.

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EA Mobile gaming is taking up to 90% off 55 of their hottest iOS titles.  Games include MONOPOLY, Madden 12, NBA Jam, Fight Night Champion, Need for Speed Undercover, Mortal Kombat 3 & more. Most games are only 99 cents.

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UPDATE:  The deal is also live in the Mac App Store, BioShock & BioShock 2

Mac Game Store is offering up to 52% off two of the hottest Mac games, BioShock and BioShock 2.  For a limited time you can download each game for $9.95 and $11.95 respectively.  Amazon is currently charging $20 and $25 for these games.

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MEGA MAN X for iOS has received a price drop from $4.99 to 99 cents.  This is $4 lower than the retail price, which matches an all-time low for this title.  Supports the iPhone and iPad as a Universal download.

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The iPad and iPhone game, Street Fighter X Tekken, is currently on sale for 99 cents. This game retails for $2.99. Use the direct download link below to cash in on these savings now.

Street Fighter X Tekken, for iPad & iPhone now only 99 cents

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The iPad app, Splashtop 2 Remote Desktop, is now on sale for 99 cents. This app typically sells for $2.99, and has been priced as high as $19.99. Use the direct download link below to cash in on the savings now.

Splashtop 2 Remote Desktop, now only 99 cents

Splashtop is the easiest and fastest way to access your Mac or Windows PC from your iPad! Over 8 million users are enjoying Splashtop apps today, and you should too!

Use Splashtop to access your computer on the local network, with the best-in-class video streaming performance, Microsoft Office Suite and PDF viewing and editing, full browser access with Flash / Java support (IE, Chrome, Firefox), playing 3D PC/MAC games, and access all your media library and documents.

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Mac Game Store is offering up to 50% off on select Mac games this week including Star Wars The Force Unleashed: Ultimate Sith Edition for $14.95 and Sid Meier’s Civilization V: Gold Edition for $29.99, among others. Below is a list of the other discounted Mac titles available this week:

Star Wars The Force Unleashed: Ultimate Sith Edition for $14.95 regular $29.95.

Sid Meier’s Civilization V: Gold Edition for $29.99 regular $49.99.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic for $10 regular $19.99.

Star Wars: Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy for $9.95 regular $19.95.

Star Wars: Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast for $7.95 regular $14.95.

Star Wars: Empire at War for $14.95 regular $29.95.
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The popular iOS first person shooter, N.O.V.A. 3 – Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance, is now only 99 cents (Regular $6.99). We spotlighted this app over at 9to5Mac because of its extraordinary console-quality visuals. Use the direct download link below to cash in on these savings.

iPad & iPhone app, N.O.V.A. 3 – Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance, now only 99 cents

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The epic 2-D shooter, Metal Slug, has made its way to iOS and several of these titles are seeing a 50% price drop today.  Hit the direct download links below to cash in on these savings.  Act fast, the price may go back to retail at anytime.

Metal Slug 3 – Reg. $3.99 now only $1.99
Metal Slug 2 – Reg. $3.99 now only $1.99
Metal Slug 1 – Reg. $3.99 now only $1.99
Metal Slug X – Reg. $3.99 now only $1.99

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Hipstamatic for iOS is currently on sale for only 99 cents, it retails for $1.99.

“Digital photography never looked so analog. Make and share beautiful photography with Hipstamatic.”

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This morning we’re seeing some rare discounts on Final Fantasy games for the iPhone and iPad. Please see below for exact titles and prices, be sure to act fast as these are only temporary savings.

Final Fantasy IV Reg. $15.99 now only $10.99

Final Fantasy III Reg. $15.99 now only $8.99

Final Fantasy Reg. $8.99 now only $3.99

Final Fantasy III for iPad Reg. $16.99 now only $9.99

Final Fantasy II Reg. $8.99 now only $3.99

Update: App is back to its retail price of $50

The iPhone and iPad education app, The Complete TOEFL iBT, is temporarily available for free. The app name stands for “Test of English as a Foreign Language,” “Internet Based Test.”

The world’s most comprehensive TOEFL iBT application has been engineered by the team of educators at TIPPS to provide you with everything you need to know for this exam. Master ground-breaking test taking strategies, take authentic quizzes, record your own speaking responses, and write well-crafted essays, all with the touch of a few buttons!

For a limited time, the iOS utility app, Data Usage, is temporarily free.  This app “…monitors cellular (3G/4G/LTE/Edge/GPRS) and Wi-Fi data usage real time from your device.” And allows the user to “set data quota and billing cycle information and let Data Usage worry about making sure you don’t pay for overages again.”

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Mac Game Store is offering up to 50% off on an assortment of Mac games this week including Assassins Creed Brotherhood Deluxe Edition for $19.99 and F1 2012 for $32.49, among others. Below is a list of the other discounted Mac titles available this week:

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood Deluxe Edition for $19.95 regular $39.95.

F1 2012 for $32.49 regular $49.99.

The Sims 3 Showtime Expansion Pack for $29.95 regular $39.95.

The Sims 3 Ambitions for $34.99 regular $39.99.

The Sims 3 Generations Expansion Pack for $29.99 regular $49.99.

The Sims 3 Pets for $29.99 regular $49.99.

Ancient Rome 2 for $3.99 regular $6.99.

Endless Space – Admiral Edition for $14.99 regular $29.99.

Monopoly for $4.95 regular $9.95.

Cities In Motion Complete Collection for $24.95 regular $49.95.

Stronghold 3 Gold for $29.99 regular $39.99.

Gamersgate has Command & Conquer Red Alert 3 for $19.99 regular $24.95.

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For a limited time you can get the hit iPad & iPhone game, Sonic CD, for a low price of 99 cents.  This app typically sells for $4.99.

Sonic CD, regular $4.99 – now $2.99

CNET: “a perfect holiday iPhone/iPad game to discover”

(9/10) IGN: “This is a great, fully featured port for iOS” 

(5/5) Touch Arcade: “Sonic CD is incredible”

(4/4) Slide to play: “Sonic CD is a Must Have” 

(4.5/5) 148 Apps: “looks and runs perfectly”

(9/10) Appgamer: “does the job in style” 

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For a limited time, Modern Combat 4: Zero Hour for iOS is only 99 cents.  That is a total savings of $6 off the retail price of $6.99.  This is the first price drop ever for this game.

The #1 FPS is back on smartphone with a new chapter to push the boundaries of mobile gaming even further. In the wake of a nuclear disaster, the only chance to avoid global devastation is in the hands of the few elite soldiers who must track down and rescue the world’s leaders from a frighteningly familiar terrorist group.

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Rockstar Games has dropped the price of their hit iOS game, Grand Theft Auto 3, to $1.99 down from $4.99.  This game rarely gets discounted so be sure to jump on it while you can.

…The critically acclaimed blockbuster Grand Theft Auto III comes to mobile devices, bringing to life the dark and seedy underworld of Liberty City. With a massive and diverse open world, a wild cast of characters from every walk of life and the freedom to explore at will, Grand Theft Auto III puts the dark, intriguing and ruthless world of crime at your fingertips.

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The wildly popular iOS game, Infinity Blade II, has just received a price cut. Use the direct download link below to cash in on these temporary savings.

Infinity Blade II, regular $6.99 is now only $2.99

IGN – “Infinity Blade 2 is a must own”
Touch Arcade – “An iOS Masterpiece”
INTO MOBILE – “The King of iOS Gaming Continues its Reign.”
IGN – “The Perfect Sequel”
USA TODAY – “A masterful mobile epic!”

The God King has been defeated, an unlikely hero has emerged and now you must discover the truth behind the secrets of the Infinity Blade. The continuing journey of young Siris unfolds as you delve deeper into the world of the Deathless tyrants and their legion of Titans. Can you unlock all the mysteries and successfully wield the power of the Infinity Blade in this timeless swordplay adventure of champions and villains?

For a limited time, the hit iPad app, djay, is available for only $4.99.  That is a total savings of 75% off the retail price of $19.99.  djay has a 4.5 star rating on iTunes and was given the 2011 Apple Design Award.  Use the direct download link below to cash in on these savings now.

iPad app, djay now only $4.99

djay transforms your iPad into a full–fledged DJ system and seamlessly integrates with your music library, giving you direct access to all your favorite tracks and playlists on your iPad. A hyper–realistic touchscreen interface and ultra low–latency converge to offer you a true professional mixing experience, all with your own music. You can perform live, record mixes on–the–go, or enable Automix mode and let djay mix your favorite playlist from your music library automatically.

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The Walking Dead: Assault iOS game is now available for free through IGN’s Free Game of the Month offer. This is the official iOS game for the comic series and hit AMC TV show of the same name. Normally $2.99 on the App Store, you can get your free code for the title from IGN’s website here for a limited time.

FEATURES
•Authentic locations from the award-winning comic series, visualized within a 3D comic book style!
•Play as your favourite characters from the comics with intuitive controls built for iOS!
•Trigger distractions such as flares and car alarms to divert attention away from you and your party – but be careful how much noise you make!
•Unlock and upgrade your characters’ attributes to tilt the odds in your favor!
•Beat your friends times via Game Center Leaderboards and Challenge them using iOS6 Game Center Challenges!

The Walking Dead: Assault | FREE (was $2.99)
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The much acclaimed app, Launch Center Pro, is now on sale for only $2.99 (regular $4.99)! If you’re unfamiliar with this app check out our coverage over at 9to5mac.com.

“It’s like speed dial, but for more than just phone calls! Launch Center Pro creates lightning quick shortcuts to specific features burried deep within apps. Call a loved one, message a friend, launch Instagram’s camera to quickly snap a pic, tweet, or turn your iPhone into a flashlight. Launch Center Pro gets you to where you’re going faster than ever before! “

The app retails for $4.99 but is now only $2.99. You can lock in at the discounted rate by purchasing from here.

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Amazon has the Philips Dual-Docking 30-Pin iPod/iPhone/iPad Alarm Clock Speaker Dock on for $94.99 with free shipping. The dock is compatible with all 30-pin iPod, iPhone and iPad and is regular $149.99 on Amazon.

Philips Dual-Docking 30-Pin iPod/iPhone/iPad Alarm Clock Speaker Dock $94.99

• Play and charge your iPod/iPhone/iPad simultaneously with this dual-docking speaker dock.
• Digital tuning with preset stations for extra, 10W RMS total output power convenience.
• Dock any 30-pin iPod, iPhone, or iPad, even in its case. Also includes a MP3 link for portable music playback.
• Gentle wake for a pleasant wake up. Aluminum cabinet for quality look and feel experience.
• Auto clock synchronization with iPod/iPhone/iPad when docked.
• Wake up to your iPod/iPhone/iPad music or radio tunes. Also includes weekday/weekend alarm setting to complement your lifestyle

For a limited time, Gameloft is charging only 99 cents for some of its hottest iPhone and iPad games, a total savings of up to 90%.

Amazon is offering Dragon Dictate for Mac, Version 3.0 for only $85. (Reg $200).  That’s $115 off the list price and the largest savings we could find.  With up to a 15% improvement to out-of-the-box accuracy, Dragon Dictate 3 just gets you, and you get your words on the screen the way you intended.

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For a limited time only, Staples is offering 20% off a $50 iTunes gift card bringing the total cost to only $40. This card can be redeemed for music, movies, iOS apps, Mac apps, books and more.  Limit of 4 cards per customer.

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For two days only, Best Buy is offering the Apple iPad 10W USB Power Adapter (MC359LL/A) w/ 6′ extension cable for only $12 with free shipping.  This item retails for $30 from Apple.  The best part of this adapter is the super long 6′ extension cable that it includes.

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UPDATE:  Best Buy is now SOLD OUT, the next best price on a refurb is $140 directly from Apple w/ a 1 year warranty

For two days only, Best Buy is offering an Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station (Current version, refurb) for only $90 with free shipping.  This matches the lowest price we have ever seen for this item and that deal didn’t last long.  The AirPort Extreme retails for $180 and Amazon has it listed for $170.   Best Buy typically sells this refurb for $120. See below for a full list of features.

This AirPort Extreme RF-MD031LL/A base station allows you to connect wireless-enabled peripherals to your home network and features dual-band wireless technology for enhanced range and optimal performance.

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