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Atari 7800+ Is Only $60 For Prime Day, Includes New Cartridge Game
$60 (was $130) | Prime Day Deal
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$28 (was $35) | Prime Day Deal
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Retro gaming enthusiasts can save over 50% on the Atari 7800+ console during Prime Day. Released last November for $130, the cartridge-based console is discounted to just $60 at Amazon. This is an incredible deal, as the console comes with a wireless gamepad that's sold separately for $35 and a new Atari game that goes for $30 on its own. You could use some of the money you're saving toward the CX40+ Wireless Joystick, which is discounted to $28 and can be synced to your PC, too.
Continue Reading at GameSpotDragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake Gets Limited-Time Prime Day Deal
$35 (was $60) | Prime Day Deal
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Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is on sale for its lowest price yet during Amazon Prime Day and Walmart Deals. The beautiful remake of one of Square Enix's best old-school JRPGs is up for grabs for only $35 for Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X. The Switch version is in stock at both retailers, but the PS5 deal is only available at Amazon. Conversely, the Xbox Series X deal is only at Walmart, as Amazon sold out of copies on July 9.
Dragon Quest 3 isn't the only JRPG on sale at Amazon this week. We've included a list of notable games from Square Enix, Konami, and Atlus at the bottom of this story.
Continue Reading at GameSpotLego Super Mario Mighty Bowser Gets Extremely Rare Discount At Walmart
Lego Super Mario: The Mighty Bowser (2,807 Pieces)
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Walmart is offering a rare discount on the Lego Super Mario Mighty Bowser display model. Normally $270, the 2,807-piece building set starring King Koopa is on sale for $219. Despite launching back in October 2022, The Mighty Bowser is rarely discounted; it almost always sells. for its full $270 price. The Mighty Bowser is the largest Nintendo-themed set in Lego's lineup.
The Mighty Bowser deal is part of Walmart Deals, a sale that's running alongside Amazon Prime Day. Walmart's sale kicked off on July 8, but this deal didn't show up until July 9. If you're interested in adding The Mighty Bowser to your collection, it'd be wise to move fast; we expect this deal to sell out tonight.
Continue Reading at GameSpotCPUs And Graphics Cards From AMD, Intel, And Nvidia Are On Sale For Prime Day
We're halfway through Amazon's Prime Day 2025 Sale, but there's still plenty of deals to check out in this year's four-day event, including some awesome discounts on CPUs and graphics cards from AMD, Intel, and Nvidia. We've rounded up some of our favorite deals on PC components into the lists below, plus a selection of discounted pre-built gaming PCs. Prime Day runs until July 11, unless they sell out before then, so make sure you grab the discounted components while you can. For more deals on PC gaming gear, video games, and other electronics, be sure to check GameSpot's Prime Day Deals Hub.
AMD Ryzen CPU Prime Day DealsAMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU
Some of the best deals are available for AMD's Ryzen CPUs, which are nearly 50% off on select models. The biggest discount is for the Ryzen 9 7900X 12-core 24-thread Unlocked CPU, which is down to $288 (was $550). This is a solid CPU that can work well for PC gaming, and since it's unlocked . However, if you're looking for something more powerful, the Ryzen 9 9950X is now available for $434 (down from $650), making it a great pick for anyone building an AMD-based gaming PC. Check the list below for a few other AMD Ryzen CPUs are included in the sale, or browse the full AMD lineup at Amazon.
All AMD Prime Day Deals- AMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU - $434 ($650)
- AMD Ryzen 9 7950X CPU - $435 ($700)
- AMD Ryzen 9 7900X CPU - $288 ($550)
- AMD Ryzen 5 7600X CPU - $160 ($300)
For those who prefer Intel-based hardware, there's a long list of Intel CPUs on sale as well. For a good PC gaming pick, the Intel Core i9-14900K CPU is down to $364 (was $439). This model uses Intel's 14th Gen CPU technology and offers a max 6 GHz clock speed. It also features Intel's integrated graphics tech, meaning you don't technically need a GPU if you're building a new rig (though we suggest grabbing an Nvidia GeForce or AMD Radeon GPU if you're parting out a PC gaming desktop).
Continue Reading at GameSpotPokemon Go Solgaleo Raids: Best Counters, Weaknesses, And More Tips
A new raid boss has arrived in Pokemon Go. Solgaleo, the mascot of Pokemon Sun, is now appearing in five-star raids for a limited time.
While the legendary Pokemon has been available in the mobile game since 2022, this is the first time it's appearing as a raid boss. You previously could only obtain one by evolving Cosmoem, so if you missed your chance to get a Cosmog, this is a good opportunity to add Solgaleo to your collection.
Like other legendary Pokemon, Solgaleo is a formidable opponent, so we've put together some tips to help you beat and catch it before it leaves raids next week.
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Mass Effect: Priority Hagalaz: The Board Game
$37.49 (was $50) | Limited Availability
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The officially licensed Mass Effect board game is on sale for its lowest price yet for Prime Day 2025. Mass Effect: Priority Hagalaz released last fall with a $50 MSRP, but if you're quick, you can grab the cooperative strategy game for $37.49 at Amazon. The 25% discount technically doesn't expire until July 11, but over 60% of units were claimed at the time of writing.
Mass Effect: Priority Hagalaz: The Board Game $37.49 (was $50) | Limited AvailabilityCreated by Modiphius Entertainment in collaboration with BioWare and EA, Mass Effect: Priority Hagalaz is a strategy board game designed for 1-4 players. Players control iconic Mass Effect characters like Commander Shepard, Liara, Wrex, Tali, and Garrus on a mission to infiltrate a Cerberus cruiser on the planet Hagalaz, while fighting off enemy soldiers and attempting to complete objectives before a deadly storm bombards the ship.
Just like the video games, Priority Hagalaz mixes tactical squad-based combat with branching narrative choices and multiple possible endings. The box comes with everything you need to play, including the rulebook, plastic minis of each playable squad member, character sheets, cards, tokens, dice, and more.
Priority Hagalaz is recommended for players ages 14 and up. A typical match lasts anywhere from 45 to 90 minutes.
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Subnautica 2 Delay May Cost Studio $250 Million Bonus - Report
Earlier this month, the founders of Unknown Worlds--the studio behind Subnautica and its upcoming sequel, Subnautica 2--were reportedly forced out of the studio by parent company Krafton. Now, it's being alleged that Krafton's decision to delay Subnautica 2 into 2026 could cost developer Unknown Worlds' team a $250 million bonus.
According to Bloomberg, Unknown Worlds' ousted leaders--Subnautica director and designer Charlie Cleveland, Unknown Worlds co-founder Max McGuire, and CEO Ted Gill--were against delaying Subnautica 2. Cleveland recently shared his belief that Subnautica 2 is ready for early-release now, which was the original plan for the game's rollout this year.
Krafton was reportedly going to be on the hook for the $250 million bonus if Unknown Worlds reached revenue goals before the end of this year. But without Subnautica 2's early access release, those numbers are likely to fall short of those targets.
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Amazon Prime Day 2025 Gaming Deals
Save big on games, accessories, and hardware July 8-11.
See all deals at AmazonIf you're looking to to your collection of physical video games for PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X, Amazon Prime Day 2025 has some noteworthy deals on a ton of games across all genres. The gaming section of the sale is especially great for turn-based RPG fans who want to revisit games from previous generations thanks to the best-ever discounts on retro collections and remakes such as Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, Suikoden I & II HD Remastered, and Final Fantasy I-VI Collection.
You'll also find deals on AAA games from 2024 and 2025, including the largest price cuts so far on Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and Assassin's Creed Shadows.
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Continue Reading at GameSpotGameStop Is Auctioning Off The Stapler--And The Staple--That Damaged A Nintendo Switch 2 On Launch Day
One infamous story that emerged from the Nintendo Switch 2 launch in early June came from the Staten Island section of New York City, where a GameStop employee stapled a receipt for the console to its box--which damaged the Switch 2's screen in the process. Now, GameStop is turning this blunder into a boon for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, as the company is auctioning off multiple items from the incident--including the staple itself--for charity.
The eBay listing for the charity auction includes a letter from GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen, confirming that all four items included in the auction are "authentic relics from the now-infamous 'Staplegate' incident." Cohen's message also says that, "while the incident itself was unfortunate, [GameStop] hope[s] its legacy serves a greater purpose."
The infamous Switch 2 Stapler is now available for auction. Proceeds benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.https://t.co/n7LMqFzKjz pic.twitter.com/XPqjijM1WE
— GameStop (@gamestop) July 9, 2025The four items included in the auction are as follows:
Continue Reading at GameSpotThis Desert Punk Adventure's Focus On Fluids Creates Intriguing Systemic Action
Fading Echo has caught my eye for a few reasons: its desert punk setting, fast-paced and fluid-looking combat, and its mixture of both Japanese manga and American comics for its visuals. French developer New Tales' debut title is an impressive-looking action-adventure game, but what has most surprised me about it is seeing so many names attached to it that I recognize from the tabletop industry. But as it happens, that's no coincidence--from the very beginning, Fading Echo has had a connection to TTRPGs.
"Before joining the video game industry, I used to work in the TTRPG industry," New Tales co-founder and Fading Echo co-director Emmanuel Obert told me. "So eight or 10 years ago--something like that--I created a TTRPG setting for a group of friends [that] I met in the '90s and 2000s in the TTRPG space."
He continued: "At some point each of us was a Dungeon Master for [our home games] and when a campaign was done, it would switch to another Game Master. So when my turn came, I was a big fan--and am still a big fan--of the Chronicles of Amber, but it's hard to play in worlds that are super well set. It's hard to move stuff around. And it's a diceless system. Some people in the TTRPG [space] hate systems [like that]. And so then I thought, 'Okay, let's take some inspiration from that [instead]. Let's build something [new].'"
Continue Reading at GameSpotHello Kitty Island Adventure Is Having Some Fun In The Sun With New Updates
It's that time of the year again, and the Sunshine Celebration has returned in Hello Kitty Island Adventure once more. In the newest update for the game, out July 10, players can kick back with their favorite Sanrio characters, don festive attire, and add tropical clothing and furniture to their collection.
In addition to the celebration, another major content update for Hello Kitty Island Adventure is available now on Apple Arcade and coming soon to Nintendo Switch and Steam.
In the City Classics update, My Melody is searching for furniture, and Kuromi has become hyper-focused on everything pirates. Players can join them on a treasure hunt to unlock a new way to explore the island and unique furniture sets designed especially for those characters. Players looking for mementos can buy new Usahana and City Town souvenirs like mugs, shirts, and even a snow globe, in the Tourist Shop. Just dive into your tourist kiosk and continue to unravel the mysteries of City Town.
Continue Reading at GameSpotTony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Has A Very Silly SpongeBob Easter Egg
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is available now for those who upgraded to its Digital Deluxe Edition, and alongside its ripping soundtrack, there's another little audio nugget you might miss--a rather-unexpected reference to the greatest SpongeBob episode of all time.
Load up the Airport level, available in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 part of the remake, and start skating around, but make sure you're listening to the PA announcer.
The voice primarily mentions delays and gate changes, but also includes a reference to Airplane and the aforementioned SpongeBob line:
Continue Reading at GameSpotThe Fortnite Blitz Royale Map Is Getting A Mega City-Sized Update Next Week
We already knew that Fortnite Blitz Royale will be sticking around past its previously announced expiration date, but it turns out that extension will bring some big changes, too. Like how, starting next week, the tiny Blitz island will be the new home of Mega City, that skyscraper-filled town that sat at the center of Fortnite's Battle Royale island for most of Chapter 4. Blitz Royale's first big update will happen on July 15. Mega City will reportedly take over the spot where Retail Row currently sits.
It’s all about that Blitz - four more weeks of updates comin’ your way!
New loot drops, new map updates, new surprise collabs! pic.twitter.com/GqNIDkxZtp
So Epic isn't just extending Blitz Royale as is--instead, it's continuing as it has been with a new set of themed loot pools, with a continued focus on collaboration items, like this week's TMNT melee-fest. While the teaser refers to the collabs as a "surprise," leakers believe three of the weeks will center on Jujutsu Kaisen, Dragon Ball, and Mortal Kombat. Blitz will also clearly incorporate other weapons from standard Battle Royale as well, like the gloves that shoot birds that were introduced earlier this season.
Blitz Royale, with its focus on fast matchmaking and creating an experience that's palatable for mobile players, was immediately a hit when it launched in the middle of June, briefly serving as Fortnite's most popular mode. Player counts have fallen off somewhat since then, but Blitz still stands solidly in third place behind Battle Royale/Zero Build and Reload. And it's well ahead of the fourth place Fortnite OG. So it's no surprise at all that Epic would want to keep Blitz Royale going.
Continue Reading at GameSpotSteam Valuable Because "You Get Access To A Bunch Of Drunken Sailors Who Spend Money Irresponsibly," Says Analyst
As the games industry struggles to compete against other entertainment, as well as its own free-to-play sector, for people's time and money, games marketing analyst Chris Zukowski posits that developers' saving grace is Steam.
In a recent blog post (via GamesRadar), Zukowski argues that Valve has cracked the problem that other entertainment services like Netflix have where success is measured by the time consumers are engaging with content. That is because gamers aren't just consumers, but collectors.
"The power of Steam as a platform is that it enables hoarding," he writes, comparing gaming with other hobbies--whether that is Lego, Warhammer, or knitting--that is made up a diehard audience that are "very interested in a subject and doesn’t worry about how much money they are spending on it."
Continue Reading at GameSpotBest Prime Day Blu-Ray Deals: 450 Movies & TV Box Sets (And Counting)
Save on thousands of 4K Blu-rays, movie box sets, and complete TV series.
See at AmazonAmazon Prime Day 2025 is in full swing, and some of the best deals are on physical media such as new movies on 4K Blu-ray, box sets of films from popular franchises, and complete TV series box sets. On top of Amazon's official Prime Day movie and TV deals--which sometimes, but not always, require a Prime membership to buy--the retailer is hosting a Buy Two, Get One Free mix-and-match sale on Blu-rays, books, toys, and more. Some movies and TV series have received Prime Day discounts and are eligible for B2G1 free.
We've put together a few giant lists of the best deals, split into several categories: Movie Box Sets, Movies on 4K Blu-ray, TV Series, and Anime. All of our lists are alphabetized and note whether the movie or show is on 4K Blu-ray, 1080p Blu-ray, or DVD. Some of Amazon's Prime Day deals have additional coupons, which are reflected in the prices below, but make sure to click the coupon box before finalizing your transaction.
B2G1 Free Blu-rays for Prime Day 2025
Hundreds of popular 4K Blu-rays, movie box sets, and TV series are eligible.
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Continue Reading at GameSpotDune: Awakening Devs Are Reimbursing Players After Accidentally Turning A PvE Zone Into PvP
At the end of last month, Funcom introduced some highly-requested endgame changes that turned half of Dune: Awakening's player vs. player Deep Desert zone into a player vs. environment area. However, earlier this week another patch was released that caused a number of areas in Deep Desert to switch back to PvP, resulting in a number of players losing out on bases, equipment, and vehicles. In response, Funcom has shared an apology letter, explaining the steps it plans to take to make it up to players.
Talking about how this mistake took place, Funcom explained that this was an "oversight in our development process and internal communications" and was "intended to only occur with the next Coriolis cycle and not impact the ongoing cycle. We’re incredibly sorry that this happened and we want to acknowledge that this should have been handled better. We’ve changed our internal processes as a result of this and will be better in the future."
Funcom noted that it will be working to "reimburse vehicles and items (to the best of our ability) to players who were impacted by this," and that those affected can find reimbursed items in the in-game "Claim Rewards" tab by the end of the week.
Continue Reading at GameSpotStalker 2 Is Another Xbox Console Exclusive Coming To PS5
GSC Game World has announced that Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl will be coming to PS5, ending its console exclusivity on Xbox. An release date has not been announced, but it will be out in late 2025, and you can wishlist it now.
In a rather meta announcement trailer, rendered in-engine, soldiers are shown huddled around the colonel, who has his feet up while playing what appears to be Stalker 2 on the TV with a controller. It's eventually revealed that the controller resembles that of a PlayStation controller.
Announced via IGN, the description adds that the PS5 version "will fully utilize DualSense controller features, including haptic feedback and adaptive triggers for deeper player immersion." It will also include "technical enhancements" for the PS5 Pro, although there are no further details.
Continue Reading at GameSpotReigning NBA MVP Among Three Cover Athletes Announced For NBA 2K26
After a historic season that earned him NBA MVP, NBA Finals MVP, and a championship for his Oklahoma City Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's next accolade is cover athlete, as the star point guard has been named as one of three players--along with WNBA star Angel Reese and NBA hall-of-famer Carmelo Anthony--that will be appear on the cover of NBA 2K26 this September.
SGA will don the cover of the standard edition of the game, which marks the first time an Oklahoma City player has appeared on an NBA 2K cover since Kevin Durant's appearance on NBA 2K15. The Thunder guard scored nearly 33 points per game in 76 games this past season--with over six assists and five rebounds per game to boot--en route to the league MVP and scoring title accolades.
The Chicago Sky's Angel Reese has been selected for NBA 2K26's WNBA Edition, where she succeeds legendary player Candace Parker's appearance on the 2K25 cover. Reese was named an All-Star in her rookie WNBA season, averaging 14 points and 13 rebounds per game throughout the 2024 campaign.
Continue Reading at GameSpotAnother Live-Service Shooter To Shut Down A Few Months After Launch
Free-to-play mech extraction shooter Steel Hunters, originally revealed at 2024's The Game Awards, will shut down just a few months after its early access launch, developer Wargaming has announced.
Servers will shut down on October 8, around seven months after the game's launch. The PC-only shooter released in early April but never seemed to find an audience, having only reached a concurrent player peak of 4,479 shortly after launch, according to SteamDB. In recent weeks the game's player count has hovered around the 250 mark.
"You've given us so much passion and support but unfortunately we've come to the conclusion that continuing development is not sustainable," Wargaming's statement on the sunsetting of Steel Hunters reads. "We know this isn't the news anyone wanted to hear and we genuinely share in your disappointment."
Continue Reading at GameSpotSteam Has A New Best-Rated Game Of All Time
Sorry, Valve, but it seems that you aren't the top dog on your own storefront anymore, at least when it comes to having the highest-rated game on Steam anyway. For a long while Portal 2 has gone unchallenged in its top-rated spot on Steam, but as tracked by Steam Top 250, none other than Stardew Valley has moved above it. Mind, the difference in rating is quite minimal, but nonetheless Eric "ConceredApe" Barone's beloved farming sim is currently the highest-rated game on Steam.
It's probably worth noting that Steam Top 250 explains that the scores assigned to each game are based on two things: number of votes, and the approval rating, i.e. percentage, of positive votes. Stardew Valley has just under 900,000 votes, more than double the amount of votes that Portal 2 has, 436,665. The former technically has a one percent lower count of positive votes compared to the latter, but it's that ratio of positive votes to overall votes that has net Stardew Valley the top spot.
Interestingly, when looking at the top 10 highest-rated games across Steam, most of them have been around for at least a few years, if not a lot longer, like Hades, Vampire Survivors, Left 4 Dead 2, and the original Portal. But Schedule 1 is also there in ninth place, a game that only just launched in early access in March of this year.
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