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Black Friday Game Deals 2011: Amazon

Posted on November 25, 2011 by John Scalzo

Black Friday is here and Amazon‘s Black Friday bargains are pretty similar to the discounted games during yesterday’s Pre-Black Friday (AKA Thanksgiving) sale.

But there’s still plenty of deals to be had during the online retailer’s Black Friday including major new releases like Batman: Arkham City, Madden NFL 12, Gears of War 3, and many, many more.

Hit the jump for a list of Amazon’s Black Friday sales. But remember, they’re changing all the time, and the retailer has always saved some of the best sales for Cyber Monday.But today’s Lightning Deals are pretty neat. (more…)

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Black Friday 2011 Game Deals Guide

Posted on November 24, 2011 by John Scalzo

Prepare for tomorrow’s Black Friday sales-travaganza the right way with our complete guide to all the biggest and best game deals. Store-by-store breakdowns for Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Kmart, Sears, Target, Toys R Us, and Walmart are available after the break. (more…)

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Pre-Black Friday Game Deals 2011: Amazon

Posted on November 24, 2011 by John Scalzo

Black Friday begins tomorrow, but there are still plenty of deals to be found on this Black Friday Eve Thanksgiving Day.

After a few days of appetizers, Amazon has launched their massive Black Friday sale encompassing hundreds of games. This includes major new releases like Batman: Arkham City, Madden NFL 12, Gears of War 3, and many, many more.

Hit the jump for a list of today’s Pre-Black Friday sales available at Amazon. But remember, they’re changing all the time. And don’t forget about today’s Lightning Deals. (more…)

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I’m thankful for Metroid II’s release on the 3DS eShop today

Posted on November 24, 2011 by John Scalzo

It may be hard to believe, but once upon a time, Nintendo didn’t consider Samus Aran one of their premier characters. After Metroid‘s release on the NES back in 1987, it took a full four years before Metroid II: Return of Samus was released. Another mark of the franchise’s second-class status was that it wasn’t released for Nintendo’s cutting edge Super NES or the aging NES, but as a black-and-white Game Boy game.

However, Return of Samus contained all the great Metroid action that fans of the NES original loved and it paved the way for Super Metroid, the Prime series, and the all the rest of Samus’s adventures. And now you can download it on your 3DS.

Here’s what else Nintendo has planned for this week’s Nintendo Download:

Battle of the Elements (DSiWare) – Get ready to travel around the world facing the most powerful characters in intense battles of elements, where you’ll need to think as fast as you move your stylus in order to earn the victory.

Come On! Heroes (DSiWare) – This action game tests your reactions. The “Lovely Heiress” is being held for ransom. Mr. King announces that anyone who brings back his daughter will receive a great reward.

Big Bass Arcade (WiiWare) – Big Bass Arcade is loaded with fishing action. Catch a boatload of fish and take a shot at the World Record Bass. Compete in Challenges and Tournaments, or Free Fish any lake at your own pace.

More information on all of these titles can be found within the Nintendo Download Weekly Newsletter.

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Daily Scoop: November 23, 2011 – More Black Friday deals

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Nicole Kline

Yay, tomorrow is Thanksgiving! My boyfriend and I plan on spending it exactly how we want to spend it: eating Chinese food and playing games. I, for one, am super excited!

First, a reminder of all the Black Friday deals that John Scalzo, our editor, has been hard at work putting together:

And, of course, Amazon has brand new deals again today, revving up for the big day Friday. Their Deal of the Day in video games is Disney’s Epic Mickey with Wii Epic Mickey Remote Charger for $49.99. Fans of the game can’t pass this one up! They’ve also added in another weekly deal – Save Up to 50% on Epic Quests and Adventures – and they’ve got brand new Gold Box deals:

  • 10:00 AM PST/1 PM EST – This Wii game pairs red-hot international dance steps with sexy Latin music to create a fun yet challenging exercise party – It’s Zumba Fitness for $27.99!
  • 10:00 AM PST/1 PM EST – Power your Wii experience with this power adaptor for Wii. – Nyko Power Adapter for Wii for $12.49!
  • 10:00 AM PST/1 PM EST – The perfect accessory kit to accommodate any Wii Fit workout session. – Wii 5-In-1 Fitness Bundle for $19.99!
  • 11 AM PST/2 PM EST: Challenge your friends and play with the King of Cool himself and his international group of friends. – This is Chuck E Cheese’s Party Games for $9.99
  • 11 AM PST/2 PM EST: This diverse title is filled with fun, creative, and skill building games. – Aaand Chuck E Cheese’s Gameroom for $9.99!
  • 11 AM PST/2 PM EST: Cheese-themed games for young minds. – You guessed it – Chuck E Cheese’s Playhouse for $9.99!
  • 12 PM PST/3 PM EST: This game is based on the wildly popular and Emmy-awarding winning TV game show of the same name.
  • 12 PM PST/3 PM EST: Discover endless family fun at the Family Game Night Theme Park!
  • 12 PM PST/3 PM EST: A classic board game comes to life through a living, breathing city that you can build, own, and monopolize.
  • 1 PM PST/4 PM EST: Go head to head with your friends in six sporting events playing this popular PS3 Move game.
  • 1 PM PST/4 PM EST: This PS3 Move game pairs red-hot international dance steps with sexy Latin music.
  • 1 PM PST/4 PM EST: This PlayStation Move game brings three iconic franchises together for the first time in an out of this world intergalactic adventure.
  • 1 PM PST/4 PM EST: Display and charge up to 4 PlayStation Move controllers with ease .
  • 2 PM PST/5 PM EST: Experience the crushing difficulty of arcade-style action on your Wii and follow Commander Video’s journey home.
  • 2 PM PST/5 PM EST: Experience the crushing difficulty of arcade-style action in 3D and follow Commander Video’s journey home.
  • 3 PM PST/6 PM EST: In the fight to become the top predator, only the most powerful dinosaurs will survive.
  • 3 PM PST/6 PM EST: Embark on a thrilling journey with the 4 Elements through a magical fairy-tale world.
  • 3 PM PST/6 PM EST: Will the Goddess of Wisdom be merciful to you?

No gaming shirts today, but I seriously want today’s Yetee, which is called “Happy Hoth-idays:” (more…)

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Test Drive: Ferrari on track for a March 2012 release in Europe

Posted on November 23, 2011 by John Scalzo

Publisher Bigben Interactive has announced they’ve signed a deal to distribute Test Drive: Ferrari on the PC, PS3, and Xbox 360. Quick show of hands, did anyone even realize Test Drive: Ferrari was in development?

Details are a bit sparse on the 20th game in the long-running racing franchise, but we do know that it’ll be released in European territories (minus the United Kingdom) on March 30, 2012.

It’s currently unknown if Atari will pick up Test Drive: Ferrari for a North American release, but after the success of Test Drive Unlimited and Test Drive Unlimited 2, I’d say it’s pretty likely.

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New Mario Kart 7 trailer is comfort food for Thanksgiving Eve

Posted on November 23, 2011 by John Scalzo

The latest Mario Kart 7 trailer looks like every other trailer released for the game so far. But you know what? That doesn’t bother me. The racers may be familiar, but there are also new ones like Shy Guy and Metal Mario). The tracks may be familiar, but 16 new tracks will also be available. And the items may be familiar, but you’ll also be able to bash opponents with Donkey Kong’s Hammer.

Isn’t that comforting familiarity (and awesome newness) exactly what you want out of Mario Kart? Mario Kart 7 will be released exclusively for the 3DS on December 4.

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Today on PS Store: Final Fantasy V, Corpse Party, and more

Posted on November 22, 2011 by John Scalzo

Instead of spending this week eating turkey and shopping for bargains, you could spend it in front of your TV engrossed in one of the greatest RPGs of all time. And thanks to Square Enix, you can do it from the comfort of your PS3 as the publisher has added Final Fantasy V to the PlayStation Store.

PSP gamers will get a chance to download Corpse Party, a supernatural adventure mystery involving murdered elementary school kids and “dozens of grisly, uncensored death scenes.” Never sleep again kids! NBA 2K12 will also be available to download for the PSP.

If turn-based RPGs or watching nine-year-olds get slaughtered isn’t your thing, a quartet of additional games have been added to the PlayStation Store:

PSN Games
Who Wants To Be A Millionaire ($9.99)
The final answer is “multiplayer fun!” with Millionaire on your PlayStation 3 system. Try to win $1,000,000 by correctly answering multiple choice questions, each worth increasing amounts of money. Seek help for stumper questions via “Ask the Audience”, “Double Dip” or “Phone a Friend” lifelines.

Learning With the Pooyoos – Episode 2 ($8.99)
With the PooYoos, a merry band of adorable baby animals, children will have fun while learning the basics for his or her development: numbers, letters, space, colors and more.

PS3 Full Games
Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One $59.99
Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One introduces 4-player co-op to the franchise for the first time. Play together online or offline as the greatest heroes (and villain) in the universe form the unlikeliest team in this humorous adventure blending high-powered gameplay with astounding cinematic visuals.

Call Of Duty 4: Modern Warfare ($19.99)
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare arms gamers with an arsenal of advanced and powerful modern day firepower and transports them to the most treacherous hotspots around the globe to take on a rogue enemy group threatening the world.

Hit up the PlayStation.Blog to learn more about these games, a huge Fall Sale, and all of this week’s new game add-ons.

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