Black Friday iOS and Mac app deals: Kingdom Rush, BATTLESHIP, ProShot, and much more

Reg. $1+ FREE+

Black Friday proper has arrived and so have even more notable price drops on Mac and iOS apps. Just be sure to also head over to our master Black Friday 2023 hub for all of the most notable offers, including the likes of Apple’s 11-inch M2 iPad Pro, the 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro, AirPods Max, AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C, this $100 Apple gift card offer, and much more. As for the fresh batch of apps we are adding to the Black Friday list, we have highlights like Kingdom Rush Vengeance, Dig Deep, Afterplace, BATTLESHIP, ProShot, Jump Desktop, and much more. Hit the jump for a complete look at today’s new Mac and iOS app deals. 

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Official Nintendo Switch Black Friday game deals go live today at up to 50% off!

Live soon! 50% off

Joining today’s Nintendo Switch console deals, the official Nintendo Switch Black Friday game deals are set to debut shortly as well (if they aren’t already live now). Nintendo detailed a series of big-time Switch releases in this year’s sneak peek Black Friday announcement, including everything from Kirby and Donkey Kong to Zelda, Mario, and more, with deals scheduled to go live today at various retailers. You can expect much of the discounts to be available in both digital and physical form and we will breakdown all of the Nintendo Switch Black Friday game deals going live today down below. 

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Official Nintendo Switch Black Friday console deals go live today! OLED bundle and more

Now live

After seeing the Xbox and PlayStation 5 console deals go live, it is now time for the Nintendo Switch Black Friday console deals. As per Nintendo’s official Black Friday sneak peek details, this year’s headliner deal will be the Nintendo Switch OLED Model: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Bundle and it’s scheduled to go live starting today at various retailers. This deal joins all of the official Nintendo Switch Black Friday game deals that are also going to be up today, alongside the already available Super Mario Party + Red & Blue Joy-Con Bundle and the Nintendo Switch – Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle. Head below for more details on the 2023 Nintendo Switch Black Friday console deals.  

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BundleHunt’s annual macOS bundle sale now live with over 40 apps starting at $1

42 apps From $1

BundleHunt today is launching its annual Black Friday macOS bundle sale. As we typically see every year, you’ll be able to save on over 40 different apps for your Mac, all of which start at just $1. The whole catalog arrives with support for macOS Sonoma and comes with lifetime access. That makes this a perfect time to score some top-rated picks to elevate your workflow or score some new software for your new M3 MacBook and more. Head below for a few details on our top picks or dive into the entire sale here.

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The new must-see Bluey Xbox Series X console has arrived, but you’ll be lucky to score one

The new Bluey Xbox console is a must-see. While it’s not a Black Friday deal, it is one of the sweetest and most adorable Xbox console designs we have seen yet. Just after getting a closer look at the first edible chocolate Xbox controller and Willy Wonka console, Xbox is back at it again with another special edition console. And this time it’s all about Bluey! But you’re going to have to head below for the details to stand a chance at actually scoring the new console for yourself. 

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PlayStation Black Friday digital game sale now live! Over 1,100 titles up to 70% off

Now live! 70% off

As promised, and following today’s PlayStation Plus membership offers, the official PlayStation Black Friday digital game sale is now live. Featuring over 1,100 games and DLC add-ons, you’re looking at up to 70% off a gigantic collection of content for PS4 and PS5, all of which you can score on sale without waiting for shipping or getting up off the couch. These deals join ongoing offers on the Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 slim  and Call of Duty Modern Warfare III PS5 slim bundles, not mention the official Black Friday DualSense controller deals from $49 shipped and this rare $100 price drop on the PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle. Head below the fold for more details on official PlayStation Black Friday digital game sale. 

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Happy Super Mario RPG release day! Deals, the latest footage, and more

Out now! from $49

Happy Super Mario RPG release day folks! While the Nintendo Black Friday deals are likely top priority for many gamers, we would like to take a minute to celebrate the re-release of Nintendo’s beloved RPG starring the iconic mustache’d hero and friends. The game has received rock solid praise from critics and it will soon be out in the wild for everyone (if it isn’t already) to enjoy! While the game might be one of the only Nintendo Switch titles that won’t see a deal for Black Friday (other than maybe the new Super Mario Wonder), there is still a way to grab it for less if you haven’t yet. 

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Xbox officially unveils upcoming Black Friday deals: Over 1,000 games up to 65% off, $50 off Xbox Series X|S, more

Just after detailing the Microsoft Store offers, the official Xbox Black Friday deals have now been unveiled. After getting the details on the Nintendo and PlayStation offers, it’s time for the Xbox Black Friday deals. Microsoft has now taken to the official Xbox Wire to detail this year’s official offers and you’ll find all of the details waiting down below. 

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Microsoft details upcoming Black Friday deals: Up to $800 Surface Pro 9, $50 off Xbox Series X|S, more

The Microsoft Store Black Friday deals have now been unveiled, many of which will start tomorrow. In year’s past the Microsoft Store offers have dished up some of the better deals on the latest Microsoft Surface laptops as well as a host of worthwhile deals on the Xbox console side of things (although we are still waiting on the official Xbox game offers to some degree), and 2023 is no exception. There will be up to $800 in savings going live on Surface laptops starting tomorrow alongside some notable Xbox Series X and Series S console deals, bundle offers, and Xbox controller discounts as well. Head below for a closer look at the official upcoming Microsoft Store Black Friday deals. 

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Best of Black Friday 2023 – Games: Switch console bundles, PS5 Slim, games galore, more

We are now closing in on the beginning of the best Black Friday gaming deals from Nintendo, PlayStation and Xbox so it’s time to take stock of what’s live and what’s to come. This year’s sales have already started on the Nintendo and PlayStation side of things, and things are scheduled to ramp up again starting this Friday in an official capacity. The Black Friday ad scans haven’t been overly helpful but we have scoured the webs, official announcements, and more to gather up some details on the best PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox offers that are set to go live in the coming days and next week. Head below for a closer look at the best Black Friday gaming deals from Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox. 

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Nintendo Indie World showcase: Tune in for 20 mins. of new games coming to Switch

While we await the upcoming Nintendo Black Friday deals (details on those are right here), we are taking a quick break for today’s Nintendo Switch Indie World showcase. While most folks are still exploring the Flower Kingdom in Super Mario Bros. Wonder (hands-on review right here) ahead of the launch of the Super Mario RPG remake this Friday and awaiting many of the upcoming releases featured in the last major Nintendo Direct event, it’s now time for a look at some of the major indie releases headed to the platform. Head below to follow along with today’s Nintendo Switch Indie World showcase. 

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Sony details upcoming PlayStation Black Friday deals: Up to 30% off PS Plus, digital games, more

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Sony has now taken to its official blog to unveil annual the PlayStation Black Friday deals preview. After getting a look at the official Nintendo Black Friday deals sneak peek last week, it’s now time for PlayStation. This morning also brought with it the 2023 PlayStation holiday gift guide, so let’s keep the ball rolling with the official details on what’s on the way for Black Friday from the PlayStation camp. Head below for the details. 

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Sony unleashes official 2023 PlayStation holiday gift guide, plus now live Black Friday PS5 deals

Gift Guide

While the new Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 Slim alongside the Call of Duty Modern Warfare III PS5 slim bundles are now live at $500, not to mention the live Black Friday DualSense controller deals, Sony has now unleashed its official 2023 holiday gift guide. Looking to give PlayStation gamers a good look at the entire scope of gear it has on tap this holiday, there might not be specific deals mentioned here, but it does hint at what could be on sale (that isn’t already) in the coming weeks (or sooner). Head below for a look at the 2023 PlayStation holiday gift guide.

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PlayStation 5 Black Friday deals now live! Spider-Man 2 console bundle, DualSense, more

Now live! From $49

Update: New PlayStation 5 Slim Call of Duty Modern Warfare III console bundle now live at $500 via Amazon.

New PlayStation 5 Slim Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 console bundle also now live at $500 via Amazon.

The deals below are now live at Amazon. Both the PlayStation 5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Console Bundle at $499 at the DualSense controller offers are now available.

The main event is still a couple weeks away but the PlayStation 5 Black Friday deals are kicking off today. We have already detailed the upcoming Walmart offers scheduled to go live later this month, but it will be the first out of the gate with PlayStation 5 Black Friday deals. Slated to go live today, while the PlayStation 5 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Console Bundle is already live at several retailers including Amazon, Walmart is scheduled to have the first notable deal on the console today alongside what will be the very first DualSense controller Black Friday deal with a solid $20 in savings. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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Nintendo unveils new Super Mario Party Joy-Con holiday bundle set for release later this week

Now live! $100

Update: The Black Friday Super Mario Party + Red & Blue Joy-Con Bundle is now live at Amazon for $99.99 shipped

Update: Alongside the new Super Mario Party bundle below, Nintendo has now also unveiled a new upcoming Super Mash Bros. console package. The Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system with Super Smash Bros. Ultimate bundle will be arriving on November 19, 2023. It includes the Nintendo Switch — OLED Model, a digital version of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and a 3-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership at $349.99.

This bundle has everything you need to have a smashing good time on Nintendo Switch, including a Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system and two Joy-Con controllers featuring a design inspired by the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate game. Plus, enjoy an added $67.98 value with a download code for the full Super Smash Bros. Ultimate game and a 3-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership.

Nintendo has now unveiled a new Super Mario Party Joy-Con bundle. After getting an early look at this year’s Nintendo holiday Switch console bundle in the form of the usual Mario Kart 8 Deluxe package, Nintendo has taken to its official X (Twitter) page to unveil the next special piece of kit landing this holiday season. The new Super Mario Party + Red & Blue Joy-Con bundle is scheduled to be available later this week and you can scope out more details below. 

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Nintendo releases new overview trailer for Super Mario RPG ahead of next week’s launch

It has been, and is going to continue to be, an exciting time for Nintendo Switch gamers, having just seen the release of arguably the best modern 2D Mario experience ever and with the Super Mario RPG remake on the horizon. Not to mention all of its upcoming Black Friday deals. Just over a week away from release, and coming loaded with updated visuals, nostalgic gameplay mechanics, and a few new features, too, Nintendo is ramping up for release with today’s new Super Mario RPG – Overview Trailer. Head below to check it out. 

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HORI’s licensed Zelda wireless Switch gamepad with motion controls hits $35 low (44% off)

Reg. $60 $35

Just after Nintendo confirmed it was in development on a live-action Zelda movie, Woot is now offering the The Legend of Zelda Edition HORI Wireless Nintendo Pro Controller for Nintendo Switch at $34.99 with free shipping for Prime members. Otherwise, a $6 delivery fee will apply. This one launched last summer at $60 and has, for the most part, remained there ever since on Amazon. While it did see a slight drop to $57 recently, today’s deal is the lowest price we can find and the best we have tracked at 42% off the going rate. Alongside the Zelda design, you’re looking at Bluetooth wireless Switch controller with a 32-foot range and a “lightweight, ergonomic” footprint. On the inside, HORI has employed accelerometer and gyroscope tech for full motion control and included a USB-C cable in the package for charging. Head below for more details on the officially licensed gamepad. 

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Rockstar just officially announced the first Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer will hit next month

After what feels like a lifetime of waiting in anticipation, the first official announcement for Grand Theft Auto 6 has arrived via an open letter on its official site. It’s not the trailer you were hoping for but it is coming “in early December.” Rockstar officially revealed the next crime drama in its (in)famous GTA series was underway back in February of 2022 and, outside of what feels like an endless string of both credible and mostly not-so-credible rumors and leaks, the game has indeed (almost) finally arrived in official form. Head below for more details on today’s Grand Theft Auto 6 announcement. 

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Nintendo officially announces new live-action Legend of Zelda film now in the works!?!

Nintendo achieved wild success with its animated adaption of the world’s most famous plumbers with the 2023 silver screen release of The Mario Bros. Movie, but it’s now going big-time with plans to develop a live action Zelda film!?! Nintendo has now issued an open later on behalf of itself and Sony Pictures entertainment to announce “it will develop a live-action film of The Legend of Zelda.” This was not expected. Head below for more details. 

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Nintendo officially details upcoming Black Friday deals: OLED Switch + up to $30 off games, more

Upcoming

The annual Nintendo Black Friday deals sneak peek has officially arrived. While we already featured some of the new upcoming hardware packages that are on the way starting as early as this week, it’s time to take a look at the entire breadth of the official Nintendo Black Friday deals that are on the way. While all of the usual major retail outlets will be featuring their own Nintendo deals, as is always the case, the official Nintendo Black Friday sneak peek gives us a good idea of the deals we are guaranteed to be seeing and they all start a whole lot sooner than Black Friday this year. Head below for all of the details. 

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HyperX unveils new transparent Xbox controller with customizable lighting, triggers, more

A new transparent Xbox controller from HyperX has arrived. We are no strangers to the HyperX Clutch Gladiate controllers around here – we called this year’s version a “budget gaming beast” after going hands-on – but now it’s time for the new see-through RGB edition. Today, HyperX is launching the new Clutch Gladiate RGB Gaming Controller for Xbox, officially licensed under the Designed for Xbox program and fully compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC to ensure “seamless use across all platforms.” Now available for purchase, you can get all of the details and a closer look down below.

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Lexar officially releases new 7,400MB/s M.2 heatsink SSDs with launch deals from $72

From $72

Today out of San Jose, California, Lexar is launching its new affordable heatsink SSDs. After the release of the standard issue NM790 models back in August, Lexar is ready to officially unleash its new NM790 Heatsink M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4×4 NVMe SSD to the world. Much like the base model versions, the heatsink variants are delivering some relatively economical solutions to PC gamers and PS5 users with more than respectable specs at the ready alongside a series of launch deals courtesy of the official listings on Amazon. Head below for a closer look and more details on Lexar’s new affordable heatsink SSDs. 

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Here’s a look at the new PS5 slim side-by-side with the original model console

Sony is ready to begin shipping its new PlayStation 5 slim as early as next Friday alongside the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and a new bundle featuring the game, if recent reports ring true. This new machine will indeed be replacing the existing PS5 machines altogether once the original run of consoles has sold out to deliver what Sony describes as a 30% smaller unit. And now, images have begun floating around the inter webs offering up a direct visual comparison between the PS5 slim and the standard models. Head below to take a look. 

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New PS5 Slim reportedly launches Nov. 10 with FREE copy of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III

Sony recently debuted the new PlayStation 5 slim at the beginning of last month with one crucial bit of information purposely omitted, the release date. But now, new reports originating from Call of Duty news outlets suggest it will be available on November 10 as part of a new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III bundle. Head below for more details. 

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Nintendo whips up some vintage Switch Online Castlevania action for Halloween, playable now

Halloween 2023 here and so is a new classic Castlevania experience for Switch Online members. Just after the launch of Mario Party 3, the next influx of Nintendo Switch Online games are now at the ready. Nintendo has now taken to its official X (Twitter) feed and YouTube channel to debut the October 2023 Game Updates in the form of some classic GameBoy action and obscure NES titles that are now available to play for all base tier Switch Online members. Head below for all of the details. 

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Sony’s new PS5 Pulse Explore wireless buds and Elite headset pre-orders go live next week, more

Update: The new PS5 Pulse Explore wireless buds and Elite headset are now available pre-order directly from PlayStation

After the initial official debut back in August alongside the new PS5 Portal Player, we now have new details and pre-order information on Sony’s upcoming Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, Pulse Elite wireless headset, and additional PlayStation Link USB adapters. Just after the launch of the new INZONE sets (full review here), Sony’s next-generation PlayStation headsets are now slated to go up for pre-order in just over a week’s time. Head below for more details.

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WD_BLACK’s 4TB 7,300MB/s heatsink PS5 SSD drops back down to $300 Amazon low, more

Reg. $350+ $300

We are now tracking some notable deals on the latest officially licensed WD_BLACK PS5 SSDs. You can now score the 2023 model WD_BLACK 4TB SN850P NVMe M.2 PS5 Solid-State Drive down at $299.99 shipped after clipping the on-page coupon. This one sold for closer to $530 at Amazon before starting to drop into the $350 range this past summer. Today’s deal is matching both our previous mention and the lowest we have tracked at Amazon, including the fall Prime Day event. It debuted for the first time a few months ago as the brand’s latest officially licensed solution, delivering speeds up to 7,300MB/s with an integrated heatsink and the M.2 form-factor optimized for use directly inside your flagship Sony console. You can “play directly from the drive and eliminate the need to transfer games or remove games from your console with this tested and officially approved PS5 storage expansion.” Get a closer look in our launch coverage and head below for a deal on the 2TB model. 

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Xbox Partner Preview showcase: Metal Gear Solid Delta, Alan Wake 2, Ark Survival Ascended, more

Xbox recently announced its next broadcast games showcase in the form of what it is calling its Xbox Partner Preview and it all kicks off shortly. It has been a quite a few months now since the big-time summer Xbox showcase and the dedicated Starfield show that hit about a week after PlayStation’s primetime event, and the folks at Xbox are back today with another round of reveals and announcements from its “incredible third-party publishing partners.” Head below for more details and to follow along with the show. 

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Nintendo set to bring the classic multiplayer Mario Party 3 to Switch Online later this week

The latest addition to the Switch Online game library is on its way in the form of Mario Party 3. Members of Nintendo’s online service will be able to “punch, pound, and stampede right over” their opponents starting later this week. Today’s announcement comes on the heels of new Switch Online titles like the Metroidvania-style Kirby & The Amazing Mirror alongside previously Japan-only classics and the Pokémon Trading Card Game, but Nintendo has now turned its attention to one of its vintage family party games with the third-entry in Mario’s multiplayer experience. Head below for more details. 

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Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 officially the fastest-selling PlayStation Studios game of all-time

Anticipation for the new Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 game has been ramping up all year, culminating in a record-breaking launch last Friday. After the reveal of the limited edition Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 console, matching PS5 console covers, and DualSense controller, what many expected to be the biggest PlayStation release of the year has certainly delivered. And after early sales number were shared this morning, Insomiac, Sony, and Marvel Games clearly have a serious hit on their hands. Head below for more details. 

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Check out today’s new Spider-Man 2 story recap trailer, plus full rundown of the game’s Photo Mode

Now roughly 12 hours before web-slingers everywhere can finally jump into the epic new Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation, Sony and developer Insomniac have hit us with a rundown of the game’s photo mode as well as the new story recap trailer. The latter of which delivers “The Story So Far” as told by Miles and Peter so gamers can get a recap of sorts to prime them for tomorrow’s official release of the next entry in the PlayStation series. Hit the jump to to dive in for yourself and check out today’s details on Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Photo Mode. 

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The new PS5 Slim release date might have just leaked online alongside new Spider-Man 2 bundle

The PS5 Slim release date may have just leaked. Last week Sony unveiled the new PlayStation 5, or as the internet calls it the PS5 Slim, and now it appears we have the not yet official release date by way of a reliable online leaker. Reports suggest the machine will land in early November, just as Sony hinted, alongside a special Spider-Man 2 bundle just a couple days prior. Head below for all of the details. 

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Dbrand’s (definitely not licensed Spider-Man 2) PS5 console arachnoplates are here to make Sony mad

Pre-order From $65

Sony’s nearly impossible to get Spider-Man 2 PS5 console covers have been all the rage, but its archnemesis is here to save the day. Sony’s legal team has been looking down its scopes at Dbrand ever since it first introduced its unlicensed PlayStation 5 console covers, but the brand doesn’t really seem to care and it’s now back with some “arachnoplates” to wrap your PlayStation console in less-than-legal, not Spider-Man 2, plates you can actually purchase right now. Head below for more details. 

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Here’s how to buy the official Spider-Man 2 PS5 console covers tomorrow at Best Buy

You’ll get another chance to buy the Spider-Man 2 PS5 console covers tomorrow morning. We are getting one last blast of Spider-Man 2 pre-release goodies ahead of launch on Friday this week, including the official collector’s art books, a new launch trailer, and the official Wheaties crossover cereal box, but next up is another chance to score the nearly impossible to get Spider-Man console covers. Head below for all of the details on how to buy the official Spider-Man 2 PS5 console covers tomorrow at Best Buy.

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Razer’s Edge Wi-Fi Gaming Tablet now up for pre-order via Amazon at $400, refurb units down to $340

Reg. $400 From $340

The Razer Edge WiFi Gaming Tablet is now available for pre-order on Amazon after remaining a Razer exclusive since earlier this year. The Wi-Fi model comes in well below the regular $600 5G variant that requires cellular service (and is only available via Verizon) with a $399.99 list, now live at Amazon ahead of the October 23, 2023, delivery date later this month. If you’ve yet to check out Razer’s Android handheld gaming system, head below for more details and a refurbished deal. 

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Official Breakfast of Champions x Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 collector’s boxes launch this week

Update: The Spider-Man 2 Wheaties are now available for purchase

Now less than four days away from the highly-anticipated release of the latest entry in Insomniac’s web-crawler PlayStation series, the developer, Sony, and Marvel are teaming up with Wheaties on the official breakfast of champions, Spidey edition. Sony just took to its official PlayStation X (Twitter) feed to unveil the new The Breakfast of Champions x Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 in the form of a “historic, limited-edition Wheaties box.” Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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8Bitdo’s lit-up dual Xbox controller charger hits one of its best prices ever at $25 (Reg. $45)

Reg. $45 $25

While we have seen a few solid price drops this year on the 8Bitdo Dual Charging Dock for Xbox, today’s is the best yet. The late 2022 model charger from the brand is now available for $24.99 via Woot with free shipping for Prime members. A $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise. Regularly $45 and currently fetching as much via Amazon, this is 44% off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. today’s deal comes in at $11 under our previous mention to under cut the best price we have ever tracked directly on Amazon. Much like the name suggests, this is 8Bitdo’s latest Xbox charger that can juice up a pair of gamepads at the same time. But the real standout feature here is the see-through base and built-in ambient lighting (illumination modes including bright, medium, dim, and cycle). It ships with two 1,100mAh battery backs and four battery doors alongside the charger unit itself. Head over to our launch coverage for additional details and down below for more. 

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Analogue teases new N64 console with 4K visuals, Bluetooth, and original-style controller ports

The new Analogue N64 console has now surfaced. We are no strangers to Analogue and its special brand of modern-retro gaming hardware, like its new limited-edition Pocket Game Boy that comes in seven transparent colors and its TurboGrafx Duo console, but the brand has now turned its attention to “64 bits of pleasure” with the new Analogue 3D. Head below for more details and a closer look at the new N64 console. 

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Sony unveils official Spider-Man 2 launch trailer ahead of this week’s release date

After featuring the new official collector’s art books this morning, Sony has now unveiled the official Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 launch trailer. Hype for the PlayStation exclusive has been ramping up all year and Sony has now unleashed the official launch trailer as we inch closer and closer to the game’s release date this upcoming Friday. Just before the reveal of the Spider-Man 2 special edition PlayStation 5 console, DualSense controller, and console covers, Sony hit us with a story trailer to flesh out the game’s narrative and now a short but very sweet and, frankly, quite epic glimpse at what’s to come later this week. Head below for a closer look at the Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 official launch trailer. 

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New official Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 oversized hardcover collector’s books now up for pre-order

Now under a week away from the release of the next entry in the hit Insomniac web-slinger series, the official new collector’s Spider-Man 2 art books have surfaced. Much like we saw ahead of The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom (and plenty of other major gaming releases), Dark Horse Books and Marvel are ready to unleash the The Art of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 hardcover books in both standard and deluxe form. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is one of the most anticipated releases of the holiday season, easily the biggest PlayStation exclusive of the year, and now fans of the web-crawlers can secure a pre-order on both versions of the collector’s book. Head below for more details. 

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First deals hit Razer’s PS5/Xbox Series X|S console skins from $33 (Up to 25% off)

25% off From $33

Update: Amazon is now offering a new all-time low on the carbon fiber-style on Razer’s Vinyl Xbox Series X Console Skin at $31.94 shipped. Regularly $45, this is the best Amazon price yet. More details below. 

After debuting over the summer, we are now tracking the first price drops on the Razer Vinyl Console Skins for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. While not all of the designs are now marked down, you will find a few of the options for the all-digital current-generation PS5 as well as the disc version and the Series X now seeing the very first deals we have tracked since launch starting from $33 shipped. If you’re looking to wrap your console in one of Razer’s premium 3M cast vinyl, the up to 25% in savings on tap here today is as good as it has got thus far. Not only do they add some new vibes, but also some extra protection to keep the console in pristine condition. Razer says they are “thoughtfully designed for simple installation without tools or heat, these Skins are quick and easy to apply while being safe to remove without leftover residue or damage.” Head below for a closer look at the deals. 

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Sony officially unveils the new PlayStation 5 console with attachable disc drive

After the reveal of its new INZONE Buds and (more or less) just as previous rumors suggested, the new PlayStation 5 consoles are here. Sony has now officially unveiled a new design for PlayStation. While this isn’t officially known as the PlayStation 5 slim, it is a thinner and more compact design that also introduces the removable disc drive we heard about quite some time ago now. The new PlayStation 5 consoles will be rolling out globally “in the coming months” and sound as though they will indeed be shipping in time for holiday season 2023. Head below for all of the details on the new PlayStation 5 consoles. 

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Sony debuts new wireless INZONE spatial gaming earbuds with neural network AI noise cancellation

Sony is expanding its multi-platform PC and console gaming audio gear today with the announcement of its new Sony INZONE Buds. These truly wireless noise cancelling gaming earbuds join the existing over-ear lineup – here’s our hands-on review of those – to provide gamers with Sony’s 360 spatial audio treatment in an in-ear form-factor. Now available for pre-order at $199.99 shipped, you can head below for a closer look and more details on the new Sony INZONE Buds. 

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Score Nintendo’s Switch OLED and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on sale for $375 ($410 value)

Reg. $410 $375

As part of its Deals Holiday Kickoff event, Walmart is now offering the Nintendo Switch OLED bundled with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for $374.99 shipped. Normally you’d pay $350 for the Switch itself, with the game adding another $60. Today’s offer is a rare chance to save on the console, with $35 in value thrown in. It matches an offer we saw back over Prime Day that had the same bundle available. While you can get a full rundown of what to expect in our hands-on review, the new OLED Switch lives up to its name with an improved screen that makes for more immersive handheld gaming, as well as upgraded speakers, too. There’s still the same hybrid action thanks to a refresh docking station that lets you play all of Nintendo’s most recent games on the big screen, too.

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New Amazon low hits WD’s officially licensed 7,300MB/s 1TB SN850P PS5 SSD at $100

Reg. $110+ $100

Amazon is now offering the WD_BLACK 1TB SN850P NVMe M.2 PlayStation 5 Solid-State Drive for $99.99 shipped. This model launched for the first time back in June of this year at $150 as the latest, top-of-the-line option from the brand and is now at the lowest price we can find. While we did see it drop to $110 back in August, today’s marks a new Amazon all-time low and the best we have tracked since release. Officially licensed for PlayStation 5 with the PS logo right on the body of the drive, it is a notable way to upgrade your machine before Spider-Man 2 launches later this month and to prep some extra storage for the busy holiday release season. It clocks in at 7,300MB/s with the integrated heatsink and M.2 form-factor PS5 requires, allowing you to “play directly from the drive and eliminate the need to transfer games or remove games from your console with this tested and officially approved PS5 storage expansion.” Get a closer look right here and head below for more details. 

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PlayStation Plus Premium/Deluxe members can stream over 100 movies FREE on PS4 and PS5

Today, Sony is officially introducing Sony Pictures Core for PS4 and PS5. The new service launches on both generations of consoles starting today to deliver “exclusive benefits and early access to a host of Sony Pictures films to PlayStation gamers.” This is esentially an official rebranding of the Bravia Core app that will soon make the switch over to Sony Pictures Core sometime next year on the brand’s displays but will launch on PS4 and PS5 starting today with some special perks including access to rotating collection of movies to stream FREE for Premium and Deluxe PS Plus members. Head below for more details. 

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‘Shine from the shadows’ with new golden Xbox wireless controller, now available for pre-order

Next up in the run of 2023 official special edition Xbox controllers is the new Gold Shadow. It has been a busy year for fresh coats of paint on the current-generation wireless Xbox gamepad, last time we checked in Microsoft was unveiling the Astral Purple model after the debut special edition Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles controllers and the smokey blue wireless LE Stormcloud Vapor before that, but now it’s all about the new moody gold treatment. Head below for a closer look at the now available for pre-order Gold Shadow Xbox wireless controller. 

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Nintendo will officially shut down Nintendo 3DS and Wii U online services, but not Pokémon Bank

Update 1/24/24: Nintendo has now announced it will officially shut down the Wii U and 3DS online services by 7 a.m. ET April 8, 2024. 

…as of 4/8, online play and other functionality that uses online communication will end service for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software. Thank you very much for your continued support of our products.

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Nintendo 3DS and Wii U online support is going away for good. We previously reported on the permanent closure of the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS shops, and it looks like online services for both platforms are now on the way out as well. It’s always sad to see the end of an era and Nintendo has now officially announced that “online play and other functionality that uses online communication will end service for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software.” That means that starting in spring of next year, just about all online action on these platforms using Nintendo’s servers will be no more. Head below for more details. 

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