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Daily Scoop: October 3, 2011 – It’s definitely Monday

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Nicole Kline

Well, the weekend was amazing, but the work week has come back with a vengeance! Yes, Monday, we know you’re here. Thanks for rearing your ugly head at us. But seriously, can’t we just all go home and get back into bed? Especially with this crazy weather… sigh.

Anywho, time for today’s deals! Amazon’s Deal of the Day in video games is Namco’s Active Life Outdoor Challenge for $39.99 for the Wii. Also up are new weekly deals at Amazon! They are:

Whew. That’s a lot!! As for t-shirts, today’s Ript, entitled “Stinking with Portals,” is hilarious: (more…)

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Daily Scoop: September 30, 2011 – Friday GO!

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Nicole Kline

It’s Friday, YES!! We have all survived yet another week! What are your big weekend plans? Mine include Ico, Dungeons & Dragons, some form of delicious brunch, and possibly taking in a film. I also need to do laundry, clean, and sleep, but who wants to put those into their planner? Those are boring.

Anyway, I’ve got some deals for you today! Amazon’s Deal of the Day in video games is pretty lengthy today… a Mad Catz explosion!

  • Mad Catz Inc Wii Pro-Guitar Controller for $131.23
  • Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard and Software Bundle for Wii for $89.75
  • Mad Catz Inc PS3 Proguitar Controller for $112
  • Rock Band 3 Wireless Fender Mustang PRO-Guitar Controller for Xbox 360 for $122.37

Whew! Also, there are two Gold Box deals:

  • 8 AM PDT/11 AM EST: 33% Off SteelSeries Gaming Keyboard – this is the SteelSeries Merc Stealth Gaming Keyboard for $59.99!
  • 10 AM PDT/1 PM EST: The best seat at the World Championship Rally is in your house. – it’s the Playseat World Rally Championship Gaming Seat for $419.99!

No gamer shirts today, but you guys know I’m a total sucker for turtles, and I can’t resist this awesome ampersand shirt over at Qwertee: (more…)

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Daily Scoop: September 28, 2011 – YAY Ico!

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Nicole Kline

I was so involved with Ico yesterday that I forgot to even open my laptop. Sorry, Internet! But running around with Ico and Yorda again in beautiful high definition was just too amazing to be true. I am completely in love all over again. Also. People. It is pronounced EE-ko. Not AI-ko! “I” in Japanese comes out like “ee.” Everyone thinks I’m talking about Ecco the Dolphin when I mention my love of Ico. Please, stop the insanity!

Today’s Deal of the Day over at Amazon in video games is Capcom’s Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney. This awesome DS title is on sale for just $15.99. Who in their right mind would object to that???

No game-related shirts today, but Ript has a cute “Firefly” one that is making me squee: (more…)

Posted in Daily Scoop, DS, Etcetera, News |

Daily Scoop: September 26, 2011 – So close to Ico

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Nicole Kline

It’s been a long wait, but the day is finally here – tomorrow, we get to experience the Ico and Shadow of the Colossus HD Collection. This is going to be a turning point in the lives of many gamers who missed these beautiful games the first time around. I can’t wait to play them again!

Anyway, onto the deals! Today’s Deal of the Day at Amazon in video games is Ignition Entertainment’s El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron. It’s $36.99 for both PS3 and Xbox 360. There are also new weekly deals up at Amazon as well:

Added bonus: today’s shirt.w00t features Chell from Portal on it! It’s called “Curiousest,” and it’s super cute: (more…)

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Daily Scoop: September 22, 2011 – I’m lovin’ it

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Nicole Kline

Whew, we’ve made it all the way to Thursday! So close to being over the hump… and playing Resistance 3 all weekend. Bring it on!

Today’s Deal of the Day at Amazon in video games is Disney’s Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales for just $13.99 for the Wii. I’m pretty sure this was JUST a deal not too long ago. Nothing exciting, I’m afraid!

Today’s Tee Fury isn’t related to gaming, but it is utterly hilarious: (more…)

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Daily Scoop: September 21, 2011 – Another Wednesday!

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Nicole Kline

Mmmm Wednesday. Humpday. Another stepping stone on the path to the weekend. Thank you for being gentle! I am in need of a kind touch today…

Anyway, today’s Deal of the Day at Amazon in video games is, once again, a promotional credit deal with the Xbox 360. It’s for the 4 GB model with the Kinect, and the promotional credit is $50. Not too shabby!

Today’s Tee Fury is absolutely squee-worthy. It’s called “Miyamoto’s Angels,” and I’m sure it’s already sold a boatload: (more…)

Posted in Daily Scoop, Etcetera, News, Xbox 360 |

Daily Scoop: September 20, 2011 – Gears of War 3 Day!

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Nicole Kline

It’s another day of hot deals, including some great stuff centered around today’s release of Gears of War 3!

First off, there’s a Gears of War 3 Achievement Challenge over at 360Voice, which gives players a chance to win $10,000! That’s a lot of dollars. The challenge runs from September 20 until October 20, so if you’re a Gears head, definitely check it out! Also related to Gears is a special promotion happening over at Blockbuster. If you purchase Gears of War 3 in-store at Blockbuster, you get one month of unlimited rentals for free! This promo runs until October 7. It’s a good day to be a Gears fan!

Amazon’s Deal of the Day in video games today is Majesco’s Zumba Fitness with the Kinect. It’s $31.25 down from $49.99. Also new at Amazon are their weekly deals:

No gaming shirts today, but seeing as The Stand is my favorite Stephen King novel, I can’t help but pimp today’s Tee Fury: (more…)

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Daily Scoop: Friday, September 16 – It’s Friday, I’m in love

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Nicole Kline

Well hello everyone! It’s a gorgeous day here in Philadelphia – it feels like the first real day of autumn! It’s crisp and beautiful. And to celebrate, I hope to kill some chimera later!

Amazon’s Deal of the Day in video games today is CTA Digital’s Xbox 360 Cooling Stand. It’s $10.99 and has two fans to cool down your Xbox 360, as well as space to store up to four games. Not bad, as far as strange peripherals go these days!

No gaming shirts today, but if you’re into “Venture Bros,” then Ript‘s “Yes He Can” is perfect for you: (more…)

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