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Best Buy offering buy-one-get-one-half-off for 360 games
Last week, Canadians were privy to a fantastic deal, netting them Batman's latest adventure for $40. This week, American gamers are being treated to a buy-one-get-one-half-off promotion at Best Buy on a laundry list of Xbox 360 software. The deal is pretty simple: Purchase one qualifying Xbox 360 title and get a second game (of equal or lesser value) for 50% off. To sweeten the deal Best Buy is even throwing in free shipping for your purchase.Strangely, the fine print mentions gamers can only select items that are currently in stock, but list Modern Warfare 2 as one of the qualifying titles. Keep in mind that this offer can end at any time, so if you're looking to stock up for the winter season now is as good a time as any.[Thanks, vidGuy!]
PS2 deal: Guitar Hero World Tour + 2 guitars = $50
The official Guitar Hero store has a great deal for PS2 gamers, bundling the single guitar pack of Guitar Hero: World Tour with a bonus Kramer Guitar controller for $50. The $39.99 value is only available for a limited time.If you're still rocking a PlayStation 2, the bundle could come in handy during parties where you'd prefer to spend your time staring at your television rather than speak to your invited guests. Also, the bundle will help future rockers to "man-it-up," by giving you a spare guitar in case you smash one after a sweet solo.
Steam deals: Up to 50% off family-friendly titles
Dude, we're telling you, this is the perfect time to start collecting the Nancy Drew titles. Steam has tons of family-friendly games on sale with up to 50% slashed off the regular price. It doesn't take a young, amateur detective to see the deal in this one.Seriously though, if you've got a kid who loves PC games or just have a hankering for some simple time-wasters, then you might want to have a look. Jump right in here for the sale.
GoG sale isn't forever, classic Duke Nukem bundle discounted
It may be a while until you get your grubby paws on Duke Nukem's latest adventure (if ever), but that doesn't mean you shouldn't be able to enjoy some irrelevant '90s humor from the silver-tongued action star.Until the end of the day on June 1, Good Old Games is selling both Duke Nukem 3D: Atomic Edition and Duke Nukem Manhattan Project for 25 percent off -- bundled for $8.98. If you've already purchased one of the discounted titles prior to this promotion, GOG is offering a discount on the second title ($1.50 off for $4.49). Time to kick ass, chew bubble gum and remember Duke had a pretty good history.
Call of Duty: World at War is $25 on Steam through May 18
Valve's Steam store continues its trend of weekend deals steals, offering the PC version of Call of Duty: World at War for half-price from today until the final minutes of Sunday, May 17. Regularly priced for download at $49.99, the game -- which includes the recently released Map Pack 1 -- is bargain hunter bait at $24.99. Activision's WWII-era FPS joins the cuddlier likes of Telltale Games' Strongbad and Sam & Max series, which are also 50% off until the 18th.
Coupon: 25% off used Xbox games at GameStop
GamerDeals has posted a GameStop coupon that grants lucky customers 25% off used games for the original Xbox. We figured there was no better time to point out some of the original Xbox games that you can't play on your Xbox 360. Here are just a few: Otogi Otogi 2 GunValkyrie Beyond Good & Evil Prince of Persia: Warrior Within Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones Taito Legends X-Men Legends Top Spin Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance Rainbow Six 3 By all means, go snap up some other Xbox games with the coupon. We just wanted to inject some bittersweetness into the deal, because that's how we roll. Oh, and the coupon expires on April 16, so hop to it.
This weekend: Left 4 Dead 50% off on Steam
For this weekend only, Valve is offering Left 4 Dead for half-price via Steam. So now, like everyone else with a pulse (seriously, no zombies allowed!), you can get with the program and start playing this game zombie apocalypse training simulator. The cost of civic duty entry: $24.99. In other words, a steal. And it's only going to get better when the free DLC hits.
Free $40 gift card with Xbox and controller purchase
Through Saturday, Best Buy has a deal where with any Xbox 360 and controller purchase, they'll toss in a free $40 gift card card. In essence, that makes the extra controller free.But if you're willing to forgo color and be willing to stick with a white wireless controller, you can get an extra game out of the deal. Simply pick out your favorite Xbox 360 console, then be sure to purchase the Best Buy exclusive Viva Pinata: Party Animals controller bundle that is nicely priced at $40. Hey, free Viva Pinata is free Viva Pinata.[Thanks, Andrew]
Circuit City liquidates gaming accessories by 30%
Circuit City's U.S. store liquidation of hit and miss deals is still trucking along and after starting off with a 10% off "clearance", we finally have reached the moderate deal level. Word on savings avenue is that all gaming accessories including Microsoft points cards and Live subscriptions are now 30% off retail prices. That is, if you can still find them in stock. Sadly, most video games are still only 10% off. Weak.Of course, your mileage may vary seeing that each Circuit City store is its own mini-liquidating ecosystem. [Thanks, Tyler R]
360 WiFi adapter for $69 this Sunday on Buy.com
If you've been wanting to snag the Xbox 360 wireless adapter but unwilling to stomach the incredibly steep $99 price tag, we have good news. According to GamerDeals.net, Buy.com will be hosting a sale on the peripheral starting this Sunday, January 18 at midnight (PST) and ending January 25. The WiFi adapter price will be slashed by 30%, lowering the price to a (slightly) more palatable $69.99. Sure, it's still a far cry from what typical adapters cost, but it's certainly better.If that doesn't float your boat, Buy.com will also be offering the red wireless controller bundle -- which includes a Play & Charge Kit -- for $42.99, a significant savings over the $64.99 suggested price. GamerDeals suspects the products will likely sell out quickly, and we're inclined to agree, so you might want to start warming up your clicking finger now.
Fallout 3 Collector's Edition for $50 at Amazon today
If you've yet to explore the not quite barren wastelands of Fallout 3, today might just be the day to get started. Amazon is currently offering the collector's edition of Fallout 3 for $49.98, just over $30 less than the retail price of $79.99. Lest you've forgotten, the collector's edition comes with a Vault Boy bobblehead, a 100 page art book, a making-of DVD and a sweet metal lunchbox (It also includes the game, which is important). If that sounds just a bit too paltry for your expensive taste, Amazon is also offering its exclusive Survival Edition for $109.98, a $20.01 savings over the regular price. The Survival Edition includes all the extras of the collector's edition, with the addition of a replica Pip-Boy digital clock.Like we said, if you've been waiting to get Fallout 3, nabbing the collector's edition for less than the standard edition is a pretty sweet deal.[Thanks, Alex]Source - Amazon.com -- Fallout 3 Collector's EditionSource - Amazon.com -- Fallout 3 Survival Edition
Rumor: Circuit City selling 360 120GB HDD for $80
According to posters at the Slick Deals forum, Circuit City is currently selling the 120GB hard drive for the Xbox 360 at the staggeringly reduced price of $80. These puppies normally sell for twice that price, so it's one heck of a deal. There is a small catch though: you'll have to hoof it over to your local Circuit City if you want to get your hands on one, the deal is nowhere to be found online. In fact, we can't even find the 120GB drive listed at the Circuit City website at all. The deal isn't being advertised, but several members of the Slick Deals forums have attested to its authenticity.If anyone out there has managed to take advantage of the deal, let us know in the comments. You might want to act quickly. We don't know how long it will last.[Via Punch Jump. Thanks Jonah.]
Best Buy: Xbox 360 Pro and 42" HDTV for $899
If you're in the market for a new Xbox 360 Pro and a new HDTV -- and if you don't have to have 1080p compatibility -- Best Buy is currently running a pretty sweet promotion. Right now the store is offering both a 720p Samsung 42" plasma HDTV and an Xbox 360 for $899.98. If you'd prefer an LCD screen, is offering the same deal for an Xbox 360 and a Samsung 720p 37" LCD HDTV, which also runs $899. The plasma and LCD TVs typically run for $1,300 and $1,200, respectively, so the offer translates to a free Xbox 360 Pro either way (with an extra $100 off the plasma TV to boot). The Xbox 360 is part of the new holiday bundle, so you'll score free copies of LEGO Indiana Jones and Kung Fu Panda too.Granted, you'll have to give up your 1080p dreams, but it's still a mighty impressive deal.[Via Punch Jump]
Sunday Deals: Retailers go discount crazy [update]
Update: Doh! We forgot to mention that Toys R Us has an amazing (in store) Rock Band 2 bundle deal, selling the complete set for only $109 PLUS they're throwing in a free $25 gift card. They are also dishing out free $15 gift cards with purchase of two games $29+ and $30 gift cards with purchase of three games $39+. Nice!Let's just do it (deep breath). Best Buy has Mercenaries 2 for $40, Halo 3, Mirror's Edge, Dead Space, MK vs DC, Tomb Raider, Left 4 Dead or Fallout 3 for $50, the World Tour Guitar Kit for $80, and the Halo 3 Interactive Strategy board game for $35. They're also selling Silent Hill Homecoming for $40, Frontlines for $10 and the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller PC pack for $40. Circuit City has Prince of Persia, Mercenaries 2, World at War or Tomb Raider for $50, Midnight Club or World Tour (game) for $45, World Tour Guitar Kit for $80, Ninja Gaiden II or Bad Company for $30, Lego Batman for $40, and BioShock for $20.Target has Need for Speed, NCAA '09, NBA Live '09, Tiger '09 or FIFA '09 for $47, Midnight Club for $44, GHIII for $30, and World Tour (game), Smackdown vs. Raw or Saints Row 2 for $50. They're also giving out $30 gift cards with Xbox 360 Pro purchases and $40 gift cards with Xbox 360 Elites. But there are more deals to be found online and all around, so get your search on and get shopping. The holidays are quickly approaching.
Toys R Us deals: Buy 2-get-1 games in Canada, $20 off in US [update]
Ahoy Canadian gamers, a tipster has informed X3F that Canadian Toys R Us stores currently have a pretty sweet deal on video games. We're not sure how long it will last, but for the moment Toys R Us is offering one free game with the purchase of two on any platform. There are a few catches though (naturally). First, the second game must be of equal or lesser value, so don't go thinking you can grab a budget title and score a free copy of Fallout 3. Second, the deal is valid only for games under $89.99, so no free Guitar Hero or Rock Band for you.Don't worry US gamers, Toys R Us has a deal for you, although it's not quite so sweet. Right now, when you buy one game (PS2, 360, PS3, or Wii), you can get $20 off a second game. The game does have to be at least $29.99, so again, budget titles are more or less excluded from the deal. Toys R Us is also offering free shipping for orders of $49 or more. Now go, go save money![Thanks, CapNJunkie]Source -- 2-for-1 games, Toys R Us CanadaSource -- Buy one, get one $20 off Toys R Us USA[Update: Correction: The Canadian deal is to buy two games to get a third game free, not buy one and get one free as we originally reported.]
Sunday Deals: Discounted games galore
It's that time, once again, to page through the Sunday retail ads and see what Xbox 360 deals are to be found ... Best Buy is offering Saints Row 2 and Shaun White for $49, UT3, Civil War and Secret Service for $29, and EndWar, Legendary and Far Cry 2 for $39. Along with those gaming deals, Best Buy is also giving away a free $50 gift card with purchase of any Xbox 360 console and a "family game".Circuit City has a whole truckload of semi-new releases for $45, including Left 4 Dead, Fallout 3, 007, Far Cry 2, Saints Row 2, Madden 09, NCAA 09 and NBA Live 09. They also have the Children's Miracle Network family game three pack for $22. As if that weren't enough, they're giving away a $10 gift card with purchase of GH World Tour and a free copy of RSV2 with purchase of EndWar.Finally, Target is offering Far Cry 2 and NHL 09 for $49, GTAIV for $39, and is giving out free $40 gift cards with purchase of an Xbox 360 Pro or Elite console. Happy shopping.
Take advantage of Play.com's Mega Monday deals
Mondays suck, so if you're bored sitting in the office why not do some Christmas shopping? Play.com have slashed the price on a decent number of games today. But only today, so if you fancy the look of these deals, get a move on. You can pick up Midnight Club: Los Angeles, Far Cry 2, Saints Row 2, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, BioShock, Shaun White Snowboarding, Grand Theft Auto IV and Condemned 2 for £17.99 each. There's also Haze for £9.99 and The Club for £7.99. Pretty good deals, we're sure you'll agree. Like we say, prices will be this low for one day only, so don't hesitate.
Early Cyber Monday Savings: Xbox 360
No need to look at your calendar, it is only Sunday but some online retailers have decided to start offering Cyber Monday deals a day early. Stores including Best Buy, Circuit City and even Red Octane have Cyber Monday deals available (or soon to be available). Check the break for an early listing of a few of the Xbox 360 cyber deals and feel free to share any and all deals you spot. Just comment below to inform your fellow deal searching fanboys. Pro-tip: If linking to a sweet 360 deal, use a website like TinyURL to keep the comments as clean as possible.
Data shows Wii games discounted fastest
Not all that waggles on Wii is gold. It turns out there's a reason we've been seeing so many Wii games in bargain bins: they're twice as likely to under-perform at retail than PS3 or 360 titles.Blend Games has obtained a new report from Electronic Entertainment Design and Research (EEDAR) which claims that 15.1 percent of Wii titles are reduced in wholesale price by their publishers (termed "price protection") after only a short time on sale, versus 7.5% on 360 and 9.09% on PS3. EEDAR analyst, Jesse Divnich, suggests that the larger volume of mainstream and casual titles hitting simultaneously on Wii is part of the problem. "Most publishers typically avoid releasing their big triple-A core targeted titles against other triple-A titles, whereas it is common to see many mainstream/casual titles, targeting similar markets, released in the same week," Divnich explained.So, release lots of crappy games and more crappy games will end up yellow-tagged. Got it. But do publishers? Hopefully they will, sooner rather than later.[Via CasualGaming.biz]
Black Friday: Spotlight on Xbox 360 deals
The deal mongers have been waiting all year and the shopping addicts have been frothing at the bit for over eleven months for this Friday's shopping mega event. That's right, this Friday is officially Black Friday 2008, the day retailers (traditionally) try to entice shoppers into their stores with low prices, loss leading items and deals galore.The crew over at Joystiq posted a rather comprehensive Black Friday Holidaze 2008 shopping guide that lists nearly every gaming deal that's offered this Friday. But here at X3F, we know you just want Xbox 360 deals, so that's what we're offering. We've weeded through all the retailer ads and bring you our comprehensive list of all the Xbox 360 Black Friday deals listed by store. We even separated all the Xbox 360 hardware deals into one category for easy deal comparison. Hit the break for a textual overload of Black Friday savings.
