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Xbox Preorder Guide - Official Preorder News on 8/20
I'll let you know when preorders become available, where to preorder, and what games will be enhanced for the Xbox One X. More news will be incoming from Microsoft themselves today, August 20.
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SNES Preorder Guide - Expect Preorders End of August
Let's not forget about the other console that has fans in a frenzy. Nintendo has already officially stated that preorders will go up at the back half of this month. Possibly durings Gamescom?
Today's New Deals
September Mystery Loot Wear Mega Man T-Shirt for $6 ShippedThis is an exclusive officially licensed Loot Wear mystery tee. The actual shirt design won't be revealed until your it ships on 9/19.
- Code "NOSLEEP" or "SAVE3" to get this tee for $6
New September Loot Crate ft Aliens, Blade Runner 2049, and Star Trek
September's Loot Crate theme is "Robotics" and includes authentic, licensed, or exclusive items from Aliens, Blade Runner 2049, and Star Trek: The Next Generation. Contents won't be revealed until your crate ships on 9/19.
- Code "NOSLEEP" or "SAVE3" to get 1mo subscription for $19
- Code "RADARLOOT" to get 10% off longer subs
10% of New August Loot Gaming Crate ft Zelda & Witcher
This month's theme is "Fortress" and includes items from Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Middler Earth: Shadow of War, Witcher III, and Dragon Age. In my opinion Witcher 3 and Zelda are two of the greatest games created, ever.
Update: One of the items has been revealed and it's a good one. Behold the Dragon Age Inquistion Dragon Statue (see video).
- Use code "RADARLOOT" to get a 1mo sub for $28.76 Shipped
Out in 2 days - 20% off Uncharted: Lost Legacy + Jak & Daxter (PS4)
If you plan to buy it from Amazon, keep in mind you will need to preorder it BEFORE release date in order to get the 20% off Prime discount, per Amazon's new rules. Fortunately, we've already reviewed it.
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6 Months of Xbox Live Gold for $29.46
Normally sells for $39.99. Technically, getting a 1-year Gold membership from CDKeys is a better value per month, but not everyone wants to commit to a 1-year subscription. Even CDKeys doesn't have 6mo for this cheap.
- Get it from Amazon for $29.46
- 1yr Xbox Live Gold Membership from CDKeys for $46 or Less
- 1yr Xbox Live Gold + Bonus 3 Months from CDKeys for $56.09
- $50 Xbox Gift Card from CDKeys for $45
10% off Xbox Gift Cards
You can combine this gift card discount with the Xbox video game sales that Microsoft hosts every week to get the best bang for your buck. The digital card will be sent to your inbox usually within 24 hours.
- Get a $100 Gift Card from Amazon for $90
- Get $70 for $63
- Get $60 for $54
- Get $40 for $36
- Get $30 for $27
- Get $10 for $9
55" TCL 55S405 55" 4K Smart HDTV for $400
Can't get much cheaper for a 55" 4K HDTV with smart functionality. This TV has over 400 user reviews on Amazon with a great 84% rating.
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Persona 5 (PS4) for $40 or $32 w/ GCU
Persona 5 is easily one of the best RPGs to grace the PS4 console. It scored an "Amazing" 9.7/10 at IGN.
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Amazon Echo for only $99.99
The Echo is more powerful than just being a information device or Bluetooth speaker. It allows voice control for smart home devices. It's possible to just say "Alexa, turn on the lights" or "Alexa, I want to watch Netflix". Note that you'll need appropriate Alex-compatible devices to make this work.
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50% off ArtFX and Kotobukiya Figurines at Barnes & Noble
Over 400 discounted products to choose from. In addition to ArtFX and Kotobukiya there are plenty of other toys as well including $5 Funko POPs.
- The Amazing Spider-Man ArtFX Statue for $30
- Mega Man X-Boost TruForce Statue for $50
- Deadpool ArtFX Statue for $30
- Captain America Civil War ArtFX Statue for $35
- Iron Man M46 ArtFX Statue for $35
- Yoda and R2-D2 (2-Pack) ArtFX Statues for $35
- many more available
Funko Plushies Star Wars Jabba the Hutt and Salacious B. Crumb $3.56
And now you know the name of the little creature that hangs out with Jabba the Hutt. This is an "add-on" item, which means that your order total has to be $25 in order to buy it.
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NVIDIA Shield Media Streamer (2017 Model) for $180
The NVIDIA Shield is one of the best media streaming devices available. You can stream music, movies, and games from thousands of apps like Netflix, Amazon Video, YouTube and more, even at Ultra 4K HD resolution. You can also stream games from a GeForce NOW equipped PC to your TV.
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Timbuk2 Command Laptop Messenger Bag (Pike) for $65.11
The Timbuk2 would make a great back to school bag. The Command model boasts 675 reviews on Amazon with a 90% average rating. It has compartments for both a laptop and a tablet.
- Get it from Amazon for $65.11 (select Medium)
Today Only - 40% off Coleman Tailgating Essentials
This is an Amazon Deal of the Day and will expire at the end of today. There are some nice deals here, even if you don't intend to use them for tailgating.
- Coleman Road Trip Propane Portable Grill LXE for $110
- Coleman Sportster Propane Grill for $71.06
- Coleman Broadband Mesh Quad Chair for $9.46
- Coleman Performance Cooler, 48-Quart for $20.40
LAST DAY to get these Samsung/LG/Vizio 4K HDTV Deals at Dell
These TVs sell for retail price elsewhere, so the gift card is FREE MONEY. Gift card is emailed within 20 days and has a 90-day expiration.
- 43" LG 43UH6300 4K Smart HDTV + $100 Dell Gift Card for $397
- after applying $150 off coupon code: "SLICK150"
- 55" LG 55UJ6300 4K Smart HDTV + $200 Dell Gift Card for $647
- 65" LG 65UH6030 4K Smart HDTV + $150 Dell Gift Card for $897
- 65" LG 65UJ7700 4K Smart HDTV + $300 Dell Gift Card for $1297
This Week's Popular Deals
30% off Graphic Tees at TeePublic - $20 Tees for $14This is slightly better than the 25% coupon code I posted last week. For smaller orders like single-item t-shirts and hoodies, you basically save on the shipping cost (starts at $7). When you start piling on more items, you start saving beyond shipping . Some of these indie artist-submitted designs are really outstanding and there are tons of video game and movie themed apparel. Definitely worth it to check out their inventory.
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Cowin E-7 Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones for $38
The Cowins are massively popular with the IGN audience. I've bought one myself out of curiosity and my wife now uses it all the time for work. I've had IGN staff buy one and then buy more for their friends and family. For $37 you're getting a headphone with 40mm large aperture drivers, wireless Bluetooth connectivity, active (not passive) noise cancellation, 30hrs of battery life, and built-in mic.
- Use code "42YFK63R" to get these Headphones from Amazon for $38
- If that doesnt work, use code "AU2KA5OO" to get it for $39
10% off Playstation Store Gift Cards from Green Man Gaming
Use code "PSNCREDIT10" to get these prices below. These are digital codes that will be sent to your inbox usually within 24 hours.
- $50 Playstation Store Gift Card for $45
- $20 Playstation Store Gift Card for $18
- $10 Playstation Store Gift Card for $9
- Alien Isolation: The Collection for $12 w/ PS Plus
- Dragon Age: Inquisition GOTY Edition for $12 w/ PS Plus
- Star Wars Battlefront Ultimate Edition for $9.89 w/ PS Plus
- The King of Fighters XIV for $20.39 w/ PS Plus
- and many more
Ecovacs Deebot N78 Robot Robotic Vacuum Cleaner for $135
This is one of the least expensive robot vacuums I've seen. Compared to the price of the average Roomba, you could buy TWO of these and clean two areas of the house. The reviews are actually pretty good, with 1055 Amazon buyers rating it 82%.
- Use code "5BLCEWRX" to get it from Amazon for $135
Waterproof Wireless Neckband In-Ear Sport Headphones for $21
This headphone features a neckband that helps reduce the wire length on your earbuds and minimize the tugging yand tangling when you work out. The neckband is also flexible so you can tie it around your wrist or wherever when you need to stow it away during realy strenuous activities.
- Use code "FPY6K5RN" to get it from Amazon for $21
Naipo Shiatsu Kneading Shoulder Massager with Heat for $37
This isn't just another boring low-tech neck pillow - it actively heats and massages your shoulders while you relax. Plus you won't be embarrassed recommending this to friends like you would with other massagers.
- Use code "SD150D26" to get it from Amazon for $37
Crazy Humble 2K Playstation Bundle - 10 Games for $20
Note: You can see in the game images which system it is compatible with. Most games are specifically for the PS3, with some for the PS4 or Vita.
Here's an interesting deal from Humble. As always, get the highest tier to the best value. Paying $20 will net you:
- XCOM 2 ($20 for this game alone is a good deal)
- XCOM: Enemy Unknown
- XCOM: Enemy Within Expansion
- The Bureau: XCOM Declassified
- Borderlands
- Borderlands 2 Ultimate Edition
- Bioshock
- Mafia II
- Spec Ops: The Line
- Civilization Revolution 2 Plus
- Evolve
Star Wars: Battlefront Season Pass (Xbox One) for $5
For those of you who already own Battlefront and don't want to shell out for the Ultimate Edition, this $5 pass will give you all four expansions - Outer Rim, Bespin, Death Star and Rogue One: Scarif. Easily worth the money!
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Best Buy 50-Hour Sale on Tech, Games, and more
This is a pretty sweet sale that lasts through the weekend. Some of the best deals I've seen on rarely discounted items.
- Corsair Strafe RGB MX Silent Gaming Keyboard for $85
- NVIDIA Shield 16GB Streaming Media Player for $180
- Injustice 2 (PS4, Xbox One) for $40 or $32 w/ GCU
- Beats by Dre Studio Wireless Headphones for $180
- many more deals available
Oculus Rift VR Headset + Touch Controllers for $399
Update: From 8/7, now ships in new packaging. This deal is so good that I had to get one myself. IMO this is easily the best value among the big three VR headsets. The combination sold for $600 just a few months ago. Also includes 7 free titles including Epic Games' incredible Robo Recall. This price adjustment is only temporary - it's expected to go back up in August.
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Nintendo Switch Bundles from $400 at Gamestop
The Switch alone still sells for up to $400 from scalpers on eBay. For the same price, you might as well get some extra stuff including one or two must-have titles. Bundles also prevent scalpers from buying additional stock (they can't really make money off bundles).
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The Best USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive Deals
For storage that you can carry around, portable hard drives are easily the best value. They are small enough to fit in a pocket and yet hold boast way more capacity per dollar than USB flash drives. Best of all, there's no need to lug around an extra power brick. Compatible with PS4 and Xbox One.
- 5TB Seagate Backup Plus for $140
- 4TB Seagate Backup Plus for $103.80
- 4TB Seagate Expansion for $108
- 4TB WD My Passport for $108
- 2TB Toshiba Canvio Connect II for $67
- 2TB Seagate Backup Plus Slim for $69
- 2TB Seagate Expansion for $70
The Best PC Deals
Dell Inspiron 15 5000 Intel Core i7-7500U 15" Laptop for $470Great back to school laptop and a slight price drop from my last post. This is one of the best prices we've seen for a brand new latest-gen Intel Core i7 laptop, Specs include a 15" 720p display, Intel Core i7-7500U dual-core CPU, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD, and Win10 Pro.
- Use code "EXTRA320" to get it from Dell for $470
Alienware Aurora Intel i5 Quad-Core GeForce GTX 1070 Desktop $950
This popular deal is back! Follow the directions below to equip this Alienware with a mighty GTX 1080 for just $1050. The rest of the specs are also more than capable enough for gaming, including the newest gen Intel Core i5-7400 quad-core processor, 8GB RAM, and 1TB HDD.
Follow these instructions:
- Click Here
- Select Video Card - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB (+$100)
- Add to cart
- At cart, apply $50 off code "50OFF699"
- Final price should be $950 shipped (plus tax)
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Alienware Aurora Intel i5 Quad-Core GeForce GTX 1060 Desktop $850
Pretty uncommon to find an Alienware desktop for under $1K. Specs include the newest gen Intel Core i5-7400 Quad-Core Kaby Lake processor, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD, and GeForce GTX 1060 6GB graphics.
- Use code "50OFF699" to get it from Alienware/Dell for $850
- Upgrade to the GTX 1070 for an additional $100 ($950)
- Upgrade to the GTX 1080 for an additional $200 ($1050)
Alienware Aurora Intel i7 Quad-Core GeForce GTX 1070 Desktop $1200
You can also upgrade to the GTX 1080 in the options (add $100 to the price). Other specs aren't too shabby either - latest generation Intel Core i7-7700 quad-core processor, a whopping 16GB of RAM, and a 2TB hard drive.
- Use code "50OFF699" to get it from Dell for $1200
- Upgrade to the GTX 1080 for an additional $100 ($1300)
Dell Inspiron 15 7000 15" IPS Quad-Core GTX 1050 Ti Laptop for $850
This particular model has two very welcome upgrades compared to other Inspiron 15 7000 gaming laptop deals that I find. (1) This laptop comes equipped with a great looking 15" 1080p IPS panel display. The default display is a TN panel. IPS panels give you a much wider viewing angle and better color uniformity and reproduction. (2) This laptop upgrades the default GTX 1050 video card to a GTX 1050 Ti, which performs about 15%-20% faster. Other specs include the latest gen Intel Core i5-7300HQ quad-core processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD.
20% off Upcoming and New Release Games with Amazon Prime or Best Buy GCU
Out 8/29 - 20% off Mario+Rabbids Kindom Battle (Switch)This one is supposed to be big.
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Out 9/6 - Playstation 4 Pro 1TB Limited Edition Destiny Bundle for $450
Now available for preorder on Amazon and at Gamestop. Not only do you save a little compared to buying the PS4 Pro and Destiny 2 separately, you get the PS4 in limited edition white.
----------------------------- Out 11/17 - 20% off Pokémon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Steelbook (3DS)
The Pokemon craze will live on forever, it seems like.
The Best Deals on These Subscriptions
Free Heroes of the Storm Legendary Loot with Twitch PrimeAmazon Prime members (including student and trial memberships) get Twitch Prime membership for free. Now get a Heroes of the Storm Legendary Loot on top of the Overwatch Golden Loot Box and 10 Standard Loot Boxes (5 now, 5 in October). Who can argue with free swag?
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New Fallout Loot Crate for $40 Shipped
The Vault-Tec Consumer Product Department has put together the Fallout Crate, packed with exclusive apparel and collectibles. The first delivery comes with a figure, hoodie, and a piece of a Power Armor build-a-figure that combines with pieces from future Fallout crates. If you're a huge Fallout fan, this entry fee is worth the Fallout merch you won't find elsewhere.
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Killing Floor 2 is part of September's Humble Monthly Bundle for $12
If you just factor in the game alone, Killing Floor 2 currently sells for $30 on Amazon. You also get more games unlocked on September 4 and 10% off any other Humble purchase for the rest of the month.
---------------------- New Coupon - NordVPN Anonymous VPN 1-Year for $45 ($3.75/mo)
Big brother is watching, always has been and will always try to. VPN is the first and easiest step to making your internet activity a bit more anonymous. NordVPN consistently offers one of the lowest prices out of any of the VPNs we use at only $3.75 per month for a 1-year sub. It boasts a very user-friendly interface, doesn't hog resources, and has a zero-log policy.
- Use code: "SPRING" to get a 1yr subscription for $45 ($3.75/mo)
- Use code: "2YSpecial2017" to get a 2yr sub for $79 ($3.29/mo)
If you are lucky enough to have Verizion FIOS (fiber optic high-speed internet) coverage, there is a really great deal going on for 1yr of Triple Play service - 940Mbps downstream/880Mbps upstream internet, phone, and TV for $79.99/mo. After your 1yr is up, downgrade to internet only for $70/mo. Just as a comparison, Comcast Internet has up to 250Mbps downstream/12Mbps upstream with Blast... pretty huge difference.
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Gamefly is normally $15 a month, but you right now you can get your first two months for only $10. Watch out for that auto-renew, as the third month will be $15, but you can always set a calendar reminder to cancel in time.
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Crunchyroll is Netflix for anime. Crunchyroll Premium gives you unlimited streaming access to brand new anime, ad-free, as well as tons of classics like Re:Zero, One Piece, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Gintama, and Fate/Stay Night. A Crunchyroll Premium free trial is normal 15 days, but we can hook you up with a 30-day trial, so sign up before this offer gets deleted.
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You might be eligible for these Amazon Gift Card deals
You'll know whether or not you're eligible. If you're not, it will say so.
- $10 Amazon Credit when you reload your Amazon Balance with $100
- $10 Amazon Credit when you buy a $50 Amazon Gift Card
- Prime Members, get 2% Rewards every time you reload w/ debit
Sign up for 1-Month of Audible, get 2 Free Audiobooks
If you're a daily commuter, this is the best way to "read" while driving.
-----------------------------Students get a Free 6-Month Trial AND 50% off Amazon Prime
You can be as happy as the woman in Amazon's promotional image with this half-off deal for students on Amazon Prime. Enjoy all the benefits of Prime, including movie and music streaming, free shipping, and more.