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Aspyr 20th Birthday Mac Game Sale up to 75% off: BioShock, Borderlands, Star Wars, Shadow of Mordor, many more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 16 2016 - 12:23 pm PT
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Aspyr has long been porting AAA console games to Mac and it is now celebrating its 20th Birthday with deep deals on Steam and Mac App Store. We are seeing a long list of top notch titles at the current lowest prices and even some all-time lows and matches.

Some standouts include Borderlands GOTY Edition for $10, Civilization V Complete (all DLC) for just over $12 and BioShock Infinite for just $7.50 on Steam. While all of these deals are also available on the Mac App Store, you’ll want to stick with the Steam deals in most cases, as many of them are even lower (by as much as 30 and 40%).

While we are talking Mac games on Steam, this weekend’s sale features a host of WB titles including Batman Arkham games, Shadow of Mordor and more.

And for today’s (and every other day’s) list of discounted iOS titles, head over to our Games/Apps Guide.

App Store Free App of the Week: Super Phantom Cat goes free for the first time (Reg. $2)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 15 2016 - 3:40 pm PT
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Apple has now handpicked Super Phantom Cat – Be a jumping bro. as the App Store’s latest Free App of the Week. It usually sells for $2 and today’s offer is the first time we have seen it go free directly on the App Store. You have until this time next week to grab it before the price jumps back up.

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Microsoft announces special edition Battlefield 1-inspired Xbox One S consoles in new colors

Avatar for Trevor Daugherty Sep 13 2016 - 9:56 am PT
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With Battlefield 1 just over a month away, Microsoft has announced a couple of new Xbox One S consoles including two special edition colors designed after the much-anticipated game. All together, there are three new bundles available for pre-order. The 500GB Battlefield 1 console ($299) includes a full game download in the standard white colorway.

However, most gamers are going to be drawn to the Special Edition Storm Grey 500GB bundle ($299) and 1TB Military Green console ($349). Both ship with a matching Xbox One controller. The Military Green console is a show-stopper that will include the Early Enlister Deluxe Edition of the game (extra battlepacks and DLCs).


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Take your FPS skills up a notch with the Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller for $120 shipped (Reg. $150)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 9 2016 - 3:01 pm PT
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Newegg has the Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller for $119.99 shipped when you apply code EMCENEM46 at checkout. It regularly sells for $130 to $150 and today’s deal is within $1 of the Amazon all-time low.

The highly rated Elite controller is compatible with Xbox One/S and ships with “a carrying case, a set of 4 paddles, a set of 6 thumbsticks, a set of 2 D-pads: faceted and standard, a USB cable, AA batteries and a quick set up guide and product manual.”

Features:

  • Swap thumbsticks and D-pads for game-changing accuracy and speed.
  • Fire faster with Hair Trigger Locks.
  • Achieve greater control with interchangeable paddles and rubberized diamond grip.
  • Customize your experience further with an easy-to-use app on the Xbox One Console.


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Head over to Humble Bundle to pick up a free copy of Tropico 4 for Mac/PC ($15+ value)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 8 2016 - 4:00 pm PT
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As part of its End of Summer Sale, Humble Bundle is currently offering Tropico 4 on Mac/PC (digital) for free. It regularly sells for between $10 and $20 on the Mac App Store. This deal will only last for a couple days, so be sure to download the game while you can if you’re interested. Note: “Remember to redeem it as soon as possible, as the keys cannot be redeemed after 10AM PST on Saturday, September 17th 2016.”

For complete step-by-step instructions on how to redeem the free game, head over to the official Humble Bundle break-down here.


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App Store Free App of the Week: Blek puzzler goes free for the very first time (Reg. $3)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 7 2016 - 4:54 pm PT
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(Update 08/09 3:45pm): Apple has now officially named Blek as this app Store’s latest Free App of the Week.

The excellent and very highly-rated iOS puzzler Blek is now available for free. The Apple Design Award winning experience usually sells for $3 and today’s deal is the first time we have seen it go free directly on the App Store. It carries a 4+ star rating from over 17,000 happy gamers.

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You can grab the Hitman Essentials iOS bundle (GO & Sniper) for just $1 right now ($8 value)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 7 2016 - 11:05 am PT
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Square Enix is once again offering the Hitman Essentials pack for iOS at just $1. The bundle contains both Hitman: Sniper and Hitman GO, which would regularly run you a total price of $8. While you can currently buy them individually right now for $1 each, you might as well grab the $1 bundle if you don’t have these stellar games on your iPad/iPhone yet. They combine for a 4+ star rating from over 14,000 gamers.

Be sure to jump on this one if you’re interested, as it usually doesn’t last long.

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The colorful Mickey Mouse platformer Castle of Illusion is now at its lowest price ever for Mac: $3 (Reg. $6)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 31 2016 - 3:25 pm PT
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The Mac version of Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse is now down at $2.99. Regularly listed at $6, this is the lowest price we have ever seen the Disney platfomer go for directly on the Mac App Store. The Mac/PC version goes for $15 on Steam.

While we have seen it for even lower, the iOS version is currently 50% off as well.

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The iOS action-platformer Star Knight is now matching its lowest price ever: $1 (Reg. $3)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 30 2016 - 4:06 pm PT
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The fast-paced action platformer Star Knight has now dropped to $1 on iOS. Regularly listed at $3, this is only the second time we have seen the game down this low since its release back in April. The highly-stylized hack n’ slash game features an assortment of traps and enemies throughout its various stages, along with a light RPG system that has earned it a 4+ star rating on the App Store.

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Here’s how you can play Forza Motorsport 6 for free this weekend (Reg. $40)

Avatar for Trevor Daugherty Aug 26 2016 - 10:40 am PT
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This weekend only, Xbox Live Gold Members can play Forza Motorsport 6 for free. Simply head over to the Xbox Store, search for this title and you’ll be prompted with an option to download. It usually sells for around $40, so you’re getting a nice look at it for free ahead of buying it. Head over to this official promotion page from Forza for more details.

Be sure to hit up our daily games roundup for the latest price drops across every platform. And check out next month’s Xbox Live Games with Gold freebies that includes Forza Horizon.


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App Store Free App of the Week: MindNode for iOS/Apple Watch goes free for the first time (Reg. $10)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 25 2016 - 4:00 pm PT
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Apple has now selected MindNode – Delightful Mind Mapping as the App Store’s new Free App of the Week. Regularly listed between $5 and $10, this is the very first time we have seen the brainstorming/organization app go free since its release. It has a 4+ star rating from over 1,000 users.

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Upcoming Legend of Zelda hardcover book w/ exclusive Breath the of Wild art and more, pre-order now just $24 Prime shipped (Reg. $40)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 24 2016 - 4:01 pm PT
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The Legend of Zelda series is among one of the most beloved and popular in gaming history. The major reveal of the upcoming Breath of the Wild was certainly a highly of this year’s E3, so when we saw a deal on the The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts hardcover book, it caught our attention.

Set for release in early next year, the book normally sells for as much as $39.99, but is now available for pre-order on Amazon for $23.99. It ships for Prime members or in orders over $49.


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The new Riptide Renegade hydro-jet racer title for iOS is now $3 (Reg. up to $10)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 23 2016 - 4:42 pm PT
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Developer Vector Unit is well known for its highly-rated, hydrojet racing games. About a month ago, the latest title in the series, Riptide GP: Renegade, hit the App Store for $9.99. And now this high-speed racer is down to just $2.99, the lowest price we have seen yet. It is compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Apple TV.

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PSA: Your PlayStation Plus membership is about to get more expensive, so grab a renewal while you can

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 22 2016 - 3:10 pm PT
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(Update 21/09 3:30pm): Tomorrow morning when you wake up PlayStation Plus memberships will be $60 instead of $50, so be sure to renew or grab one now while its only $50 (or less)

Sony has officially announced that its Playstation Plus memberships will be seeing a permanent price increase come September 22nd, 2016. Gamers in the US will have to drop $59.99 for a year ($69.99 in Canada), and $24.99 for three months. The monthly sub will remain at $9.99. PlayStation Plus brings online play, deep deals on the PlayStation Store and access to the monthly free game library among other things, so for many gamers this isn’t good news.


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Analogue’s new aluminum Nintendo remake is a beautiful reimagination of the retro console

Avatar for Trevor Daugherty Aug 22 2016 - 1:56 pm PT
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Analogue is perhaps best known for its pricey aluminum NES remake that it released back in early 2015. Today, it’s back with a new version that’s 20% smaller and has a slightly less expensive price tag. The Analogue Nt mini is still made out of a solid-block of aluminum but includes the addition of full 1080p output. With the upcoming NES Classic that was recently announced, retro gamers will have plenty of options over the next few months…


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Galaxy Trucker for iOS & Android now matching its lowest price yet: $1 (Reg. $3)

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 22 2016 - 1:22 pm PT
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Galaxy Trucker for both iPhone and iPad are now being listed at the lowest prices we have seen on the App Store. Galaxy Trucker and Galaxy Trucker Pocket (iPhone version) can now be downloaded for just $1, down from the usual $3). Android users are also in luck, as the game has now dropped to $1 on the Google Play Store as well.

Head below for more details and some gameplay footage:

The award-winning adaptation of Vlaada Chvátil’s award-winning board game.

Build space ships, dodge meteors, and fight off bad guys, all in a quest to be the trucker with the most cosmic credits at the end of the game.

FEATURES:

– Official adaptation of a space-faring classic

– Family-friendly gameplay accessible to all ages

– Build your own spaceship from different tiles

– Local multiplayer on the same device

– Compete online and play multiple games at the same time

– Go frantic in real-time mode, or slow things down in turn-based mode

– A campaign, special ship parts and more exclusive to this digital version!

Can you build a space ship from sewer pipes? Are you willing to face meteors, pirates, and smugglers? Can you fly a five-engine ship after four engines have been destroyed? Then you are our kind of trucker!

iPad: Galaxy Trucker: $1 (Reg. $3)

iPhone: Galaxy Trucker Pocket: $1 (Reg. $3)

Android: Galaxy Trucker: $1 (Reg. $3)

Head over to our Games/Apps Guide for all the best deals across every platform.

Sony Digital PSN Flash Sale: Dust Elysian Tale & Bastion PS4 $3.75 ea, The Witcher 3 $25, many more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 19 2016 - 2:03 pm PT
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After Nintendo launched its Summer digital sale yesterday, Sony has now followed suit. The PSN Flash Sale is offering up to 80% off PS4, PS3 and Vita titles until August 22nd at 11am ET. While you do reap the benefit of getting the game within hours without leaving your couch, these Sony digital sales usually don’t offer the best prices around and tend to get beaten out by Amazon and Best Buy. But we are seeing some notable deals this time around:


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Nintendo e-Shop Summer Sale: classic NES titles for Wii U/3DS from $3.50, Zelda Link Between Worlds $28, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 18 2016 - 3:10 pm PT
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Nintendo has now kicked off its Summer e-Shop sale offering a number of notable prices on 3DS and Wii U games. While there are a number of notable deals, some of the best value is in the classic titles. Super Mario Bros. for Wii U, Super Mario Bros. 3 for 3DS, and Zelda II – The Adventure of Link for Wii U are all listed at $3.49, down from $4.99.


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Here’s the official beta schedule for Battlefield 1 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC

Avatar for Trevor Daugherty Aug 15 2016 - 3:46 pm PT
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Update (8/31 11:00am): The Battlefield 1 Beta is now open, you can download the game via your platform’s app store. It’s slated to run through September 8th although DICE could potentially extend it. As expected, in-game rewards from the beta period will not carry over to the final release.

Battlefield 1 was first announced back in May to much fanfare with pre-orders kicking off shortly after. Today, we’re getting our first glimpse at the upcoming beta schedule. EA has announced that it will be kicking things off on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Origin for PC on August 31st. You’ll want to be sure that you’re signed up by the 21st and have selected your platform preference on the Battlefield Insider Page prior to that date.


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Nintendo unveils brand new bundles: New 3DS w/ 3D Land & cover plates, amiibo, Select titles and more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 9 2016 - 11:14 am PT
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Update (8/10 4:20pm): Amazon Prime members can now pre-order all of the new Nintendo Select titles for just $15.99 shipped: Animal Crossing: New Leaf, Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon, Tomodachi Life, LEGO City Undercover: The Chase Begins,The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD. Also available via Best Buy at the same price for GCU members. 

Nintendo is prepping for the new school year with a series of new titles hitting the Selects program, a brand new 3DS and more amiibo fun. The company made headlines recently with its new classic NES mini, but we have a feeling this new 3DS bundle and the lower price tag might make just as much of a splash over the next few months leading up to the holiday season.

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RetroUSB’s NES remake console supports cartridges and HDMI out at 720p, up for pre-order now

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 8 2016 - 4:22 pm PT
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RetroUSB’s NES remake is now up for pre-order. Much like the official mini NES Classic that made waves online a few weeks ago, the AVS will allow gamers to relive some of the best nostalgic titles of yesteryear. Unlike the official remake, AVS will allow you to experience any of those memories and more considering it supports all of the classic NES cartridges, from all regions, including Famicom titles.


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The Best Upcoming Console Releases for August: Deus Ex Mankind Divided, No Man’s Sky, Metroid, Madden, and more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 5 2016 - 3:25 pm PT
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We have already gone over the best iOS releases for the month and now it’s time to take a look at the rest of the gaming world, more specifically, Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo. As usual, the first half the summer was fairly dead for console game releases, but as we push through August, we are starting to see some highly anticipated titles on the horizon.

Personally, I can’t wait to get my hands on the new Deus Ex title, and it won’t be long now before the mysteries of No Man’s Sky start to unfold across the forums. EA is launching one of its yearly sports franchises this month and the latest Metroid title will be hitting store shelves. Head below for more details on our picks for the top console releases of the month:


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The brand new free-to-play Mobius Final Fantasy title is now available for download on iOS and Android

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 4 2016 - 12:56 pm PT
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Today, Square Enix dropped the latest title in the long-running Final Fantasy series. Now available on iOS and Android, Mobius Final Fantasy is an all-new adventure specifically designed for mobile devices from the ground up. Some long time veterans of the series have their hands all over this one including Yoshinori Kitase and Kazushige Nojima of Final Fantasy VII fame. Much of the series’ main pillars see a return in Mobius like the “Job System”, high intensity turn based battle systems and large cast of diverse characters.

Unlike the usual premium pricing Square titles tend to boast, Mobius is a free-to-play game with the expected in-game currency IAPs. Its content will be released in chapters according to Square, but there is no firm details on how the business model (pricing) will play out. Anyone who gives the game a try before August 31st will be eligible for some in-game goodies including weapons from past games and more.


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Clear your calendars! A trove of Nintendo Power back issues is now available online for free

Avatar for Aug 4 2016 - 9:23 am PT
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You can now browse 13 years (145 issues) of Nintendo Power for free on the Internet Archive. The iconic video game magazine was published from August 1988 to December 2012, but the online collection currently only runs up to June 2001. This release comes just after Nintendo shot retro gaming into the mainstream with the announcement of its mini NES Classic Edition.


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The upcoming Pokemon Sun/Moon release for Nintendo 3DS is getting its own Z-Ring bracelet peripheral

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 3 2016 - 2:45 pm PT
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Update (8/3 3:45pm):  It looks like pre-orders for the new Z-Ring are now up on Amazon for $29.99 Prime shipped

While the Pokemon Go Bluetooth Bracelet is still nearly impossible to get your hands on at the moment, it looks like there is another Pokemon peripheral in the pipeline as well. The Z-Ring is a new bracelet that works alongside the upcoming Pokemon Sun and Moon releases for Nintendo 3DS. It corresponds directly with in-game specials known as Z-Moves that can only be unleashed once per battle, along with a few other interesting features:


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The always-on Media Remote is the best way to watch content on your Xbox One at under $19 Prime shipped

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 3 2016 - 12:25 pm PT
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Anyone who watches content using an Xbox One knows that it can be annoying sometimes to have to pull the controller out and wait for the machine to recognize it just to pause a movie or run through a menu. That’s where the little always-on Xbox One Media Remote comes in handy. Amazon is offering it for $18.98 with free shipping for Prime member or in orders over $49 (price automatically applies in the cart when selecting Amazon as the seller). That’s an Amazon all-time low and the best we can find from a trusted retailer. It carries a 4+ star rating from over 1,100 Amazon customers.

This sucker is compatible with both existing Xbox One consoles and the new Xbox One S options. More Features:

  • Easy-to-use remote to control your entertainment.
  • Stays on, eliminating the need to keep turning on an Xbox One controller to control your Xbox One.
  • OneGuide button provides one-touch, quick access to all of your favorites in one place.
  • Control video playback for Blu-ray movies and streaming video on Xbox One.
  • Up to 30 foot range (straight line from console) and includes an Infrared (IR) transmitter and motion-activated backlit buttons.

You’ll find even more game deals in this morning’s roundup along with the best Xbox One S deal we have seen thus far.


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Amazon will give you a $10 credit to its Appstore just for downloading this free game

Avatar for Aug 3 2016 - 10:39 am PT
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Here’s a dead simple way to score some Android apps/games for free. Head over to Amazon’s Appstore, download HayDay (no cost) to your compatible Android device and within 48 hours a $10 credit will be added to your account.

This offer is only available to Android users who have not previously downloaded Hay Day from the Amazon Appstore. Please note: Your promotional credit expires at 11:59 p.m. (PT) September 30, 2016 and can only be used towards digital content in the Appstore.

Interested in more free Android apps and games? Make sure to check out Amazon Underground.

Full terms and conditions are as follows:


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Fantastical 2 Calendar and Reminders just hit its all-time low on Mac + up to 50% off iOS versions from $3

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 2 2016 - 10:45 am PT
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Flexibits is well known for its Fantastical iOS/Mac apps and today it looks like the popular app is on sale across both platforms. The iOS side of things is split into two with iPhone and iPad versions. Fantastical 2 for iPad is $5 (Reg. $10) and has dropped down to $3 (Reg. $5) on iPhone. The iPhone version is within $1 of the all-time low (which was back in January) and the iPad app is matching the the lowest we have tracked not he App Store.

As for the Mac version, it is down to $39.99. It regularly sells for $49.99 and this is the very first price drop we have tracked directly on the App Store. Head below for more details on all three and be sure to hit up our Games/Apps Guide for more deals across every platform:


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Super Nintendo gets a taste of modern day gaming thanks to the release of a new Bluetooth receiver

Avatar for Jul 27 2016 - 9:18 pm PT
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Virtual reality may be all the rage right now in video games, but there’s still a ton of love for 2D classics. Emulators and Nintendo’s Virtual Console do a good job of replicating the retro gaming experience. However, at the end of the day, it’s just not the same.

Luckily, 8bitdo and Analogue have once again teamed up to help bridge the gap between modern and old school gaming. This time the tandem has set its sights on one of our favorite consoles from the 90’s: Super Nintendo. Now instead of being tethered to the SNES with its short controller cord, you can grab the latest Retro Receiver and go wireless.


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Microsoft begins bundling the new Xbox One S with upcoming releases, pre-order Madden and Halo editions now

Avatar for Trevor Daugherty Jul 27 2016 - 10:17 am PT
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Microsoft has announced two new bundles for its upcoming Xbox One S gaming console. Like years past, gamers will be able to pick up Madden 17 with special extras and an EA Access trial for $349. This bundle will include a 1TB console and is set to be released on August 23rd. Aside from a digital download of the latest Madden title, EA includes seven Ultimate Team Pro Packs, as well. You’ll also receive a 20% promo code for your next purchase at NFLShop.com.


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Games/Apps: Doom $30, Fallout 4 from $23, 15% off Nintendo GCs w/ Pokemon pre-order, freebies, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Jul 27 2016 - 10:02 am PT
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Update: Rushhourwholesaler (98.6% Positive feedback) via eBay Daily Deals is offering 1 year PlayStation Plus memberships for $38.99 shipped (Reg. $50). That’s $1 under our usual deal price.

In today’s best game/app deals, after what was quite a notable sale at GameStop yesterday, Amazon is starting to match many of those deals with free Prime shipping. First up, the highly rated new Doom title is down to $29.99 Prime shipped, which is matching the lowest we have seen it go for.

Other matches include Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End on PS4 for $39.99 Prime shipped, Dark Souls III $39.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $45+), and Borderlands: The Handsome Collection for $14.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $24+). Amazon also has Fallout 4 on Xbox One and PS4 starting at just $23 Prime shipped (Reg. $40+, best we can find)

While Amazon is still offering Pokemon Sun and Moon for $31.99 shipped to Prime members, Best Buy also its own pre-order promo running today. When you pre-order the game ($32 for GCU members, $40 otherwise) you can get 15% off a Nintendo gift card for the e-Shop ($20 -$100). While we are talking Pokemon, you can grab a digital download of Pokemon Red, Blue, Yellow for $8 at Best Buy today (Reg. $10).

Microsoft’s $50 off Xbox One price drop is in full effect. Here are some notable Xbox One deals floating around right now:

Get a head start on next month’s Free Xbox Live Games with Gold, here is the new Sega Mega Drive console and down below you’ll find today’s best iOS/Mac deals including Rune Gems, Stickman Ice Hockey, Stickman Football, Hatchi – A retro virtual pet and more:

Ongoing game deals/promotions:


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