Lego Super Mario World: Mario and Yoshi (1,215 Pieces)

$117.52 (was $130)

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Lego's awesome Super Mario World building set is available for a discounted price at Amazon. Normally $130, the 1,215-piece pixelated model of Mario and Yoshi is available for $117.52. The caveat here is that the set ships from Amazon Japan, which means it'll take longer to arrive. That said, it's the exact same kit, you'll get free shipping, and you can purchase it on Amazon's US storefront.

Considering that Lego Mario & Yoshi released in October and has yet to receive a discount from a US-based retailer, Amazon's deal on an imported edition is definitely worth considering. Earlier this month, this same listing dropped to roughly $120 before shooting back up to full price, so we don't expect this offer to stick around for long. Amazon's regular US listing for Lego Mario & Yoshi is sold out. If you want the set sooner, Walmart and Best Buy have it in stock for full price. If you're a My Best Buy Plus/Total member, however, you'll only pay $117.

Lego Super Mario World: Mario and Yoshi (1,215 Pieces) $117.52 (was $130)

Lego Super Mario World: Mario and Yoshi is a 1,215-piece set that authentically captures the pixelated aesthetic from the Super Nintendo era. It's a fun build to piece together and a fitting display piece for all Super Mario fans, but especially those with a fondness for the 16-bit character designs.

The completed model is 15.5 x 10 x 4 inches and features several interactive components. There's a dial behind Yoshi's head that extends his tongue. The crank on the side of the base creates a more elaborate animation. Yoshi's legs move to make it appear as if he is running. Adding to the illusion is the figure's quick bouncing motion. Yoshi's head inches forward and back, and Mario's cape sways gently, just as it does in the game.

It also has an Action Tag, so if you own one of the Adventures with Lego Super Mario starter courses, the Interactive figures (Mario, Luigi, or Peach) will react.

Lego did a wonderful job making the instructions easy to follow. I used a combination of the physical instruction booklet and the Lego Builder app on iPad. The square pieces used to create the "pixel art" are numbered in the booklet, which was extremely helpful for me as someone with colorblindness.

Though technically part of Lego's 18-plus "for adults" line, kids who have put together sets in the 1,000-piece probably won't have any issues.

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Lego Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi is one of only six Lego Nintendo display models designed for adults, while the rest are interactive playsets. Five of the display models are themed around Mario, and Lego Great Deku Tree is based on The Legend of Zelda. The Great Deku Tree was a Lego Store exclusive when it launched last fall, but as of this month it's available at major retailers, including Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy ($30 discount for My Best Buy Plus/Total members).

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SNK fans have been anticipating the April 24 launch of Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves for some time, but they won't have to wait much longer to get a brief taste of the action. SNK has announced an open beta test for February 20-24, and all platforms will be included for the duration.

Eight characters will feature in the open beta, though the list has not yet been revealed. The test will feature three different online modes--Ranked Match, Casual Match, and Room Match--as well as an offline Training mode for players to learn the moveset of each available character.

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The test specifically begins February 20 at 12 AM PST, and it will run until February 24 at 11:59 PM PST. SNK has also confirmed that participation in the test will not require a PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass subscription on their respective platforms, so anyone who wishes to try the beta out can download and play.

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David Lynch was one of the most revered filmmakers in Hollywood, with classics such as The Straight Story, Twin Peaks, Eraserhead, and Mulholland Drive credited to his name throughout his nearly 50-year career writing and directing for film and TV. Lynch also directed the first adaptation of Frank Herbert's sci-fi novel Dune. Unlike Twin Peaks and the aforementioned films, Dune was not well-received in 1984--Lynch himself wasn't even a fan--but audiences have warmed up to it over the years. If you're interested in revisiting Lynch's work or experience it for the first time in the wake of his death last week, Dune remains fascinating and visually impressive 40 years after its release.

David Lynch's Dune: Special Edition (4K Blu-ray) is on sale for only $25, down from $50, at Walmart. Amazon had this deal earlier today but was sold out at the time of writing. And if you'd like to learn more about the tumultuous production of one of Lynch's most divisive films, the 560-page oral history of Dune is available for only $20 in hardcover format at Amazon and Walmart.

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Doctor Who: Sylvester McCoy Complete Season Two

$63 (was $70) | Releases February 25

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Doctor Who has been around since 1963, airing over 800 episodes since it first hit the small screen. Several actors and actresses have stepped into the Doctor’s shoes during its lifetime, with Sylvester McCoy serving the role from 1987 through 1989. And now, for the very first time, Doctor Who fans can finally complete their Sylvester McCoy Blu-ray collection with the upcoming release of Doctor Who: Sylvester McCoy Complete Season Two. Preorders for the Blu-ray are discounted to $63 (normally $70) at Amazon. Locking in your preorder now guarantees you'll only pay the lowest price once the Blu-ray launches, and you won’t be charged until your order ships.

Doctor Who: Sylvester McCoy Complete Season Two $63 (was $70) | Releases February 25

Oddly enough, Season One and Season Three Blu-rays already exist for The Seventh Doctor. That means this upcoming 8-disc set is the last missing piece of the Doctor Who Sylvester McCoy collection. Featuring all 14 episodes in a newly restored format for Blu-ray, it’s arguably the best way to enjoy the show in 2025. It also comes packed with bonus features, such as documentaries and a profile of actor Dursley McLinden. Note that this is a standard Blu-ray and does not come with 4K or digital copies.

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A wealth of bonus features are included with this Blu-ray. Here’s a look at the full list:

• Special Editions: Updated special effects and untransmitted scenes
• Three “In Conversation” Specials
• Behind The Sofa: Four new episodes of the documentary series
• The Making of Silver Nemesis: Documentary from 1988
• Silver Nemesis VHS Version
• Looking for Dursley: Profile of actor Dursley McLinden
• Exclusive Archive Treats: Previously unavailable content from the BBC archives
• Studio and Location Footage: Hours of unseen footage from around the studio
• More additional content

Looking for even more Doctor Who Blu-rays? Here’s a look at the best Blu-rays across the entire series, featuring a variety of Doctors beyond McCoy.

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Standard Edition

$50 | Releases April 24

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Digital Deluxe Edition

$60 | Releases April 24

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Lumiere Edition

$70 | Releases April 24

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Collector's Edition (PS5 Exclusive)

$150 | Releases April 24

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launches on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass on April 24. The turn-based RPG is the debut title from Sandfall Interactive, and featutes gameplay inspired by classic console RPGs like Final Fantasy with stylish visuals thanks to Unreal Engine 5. The game is getting a physical release, with a standard edition, special Lumiere Edition, and premium Collector's Edition up for grabs.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-Month Code

$30.59 (was $50) with promo code SAVETEN (Jan. 23)

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No preorder bonuses have been announced for any versions of Clair Obsur: Expedition 33, but we'll update this post if anything is confirmed ahead of launch.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Standard Edition $50 | Releases April 24

The $50 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Standard Edition includes the base game on PS5, Xbox Series X, or PC. Physical edition preorders are available at Best Buy and GameStop. Digital preorders are available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.

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If you want a few more cosmetic items for the in-game characters, you can grab the $60 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Digital Deluxe Edition. This version includes:

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 base game
• The “Flowers” Collection DLC with unique cosmetic items
• A "Clair” custom outfit for Maelle
• An “Obscur” custom outfit for Gustave

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Digital Deluxe Edition preorders are available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.

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A physical version of the deluxe edition called the Lumiere Edition is also available. This version includes everything in the Digital Deluxe Edition, plus a steelbook case and 48-page artbook. Here's a look at everything included in the Lumiere Edition:

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 base game
• A collectible Steelbook case featuring unique cover art
• The Expeditioner’s Journal 48-page hardcover artbook
• The “Flowers” Collection DLC with unique cosmetic items
• A "Clair” custom outfit for Maelle
• An “Obscur” custom outfit for Gustave

Physical PS5 and Xbox Series X preorders are available at GameStop.

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is also available in a PS5-exclsuive Collector's Edition that includes all the bonus DLC from the Digital Deluxe and Lumiere Editions, plus a few physical collectibles. Here's what's included:

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 base game
• An 8-inch hand-painted Monolith music box
• A collectible Steelbook case featuring unique cover art
• The Expeditioner’s Journal 48-page hardcover artbook
• The “Flowers” Collection DLC with unique cosmetic items
• A "Clair” custom outfit for Maelle
• An “Obscur” custom outfit for Gustave

Preorders for the Clair Obscur: Expedition Collector's Edition are available at GameStop.

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As the latest installment in one of the best shooter franchises of all time, Doom: The Dark Ages seemed like a good candidate for multiplayer options. But as part of today's Xbox Developer Direct, Bethesda and id Software have revealed that there will be no multiplayer in The Dark Ages. Regardless, it sounds like Doom fans are getting the best possible game in return for that tradeoff.

As reported by Eurogamer, Doom: The Dark Ages executive producer Marty Stratton confirmed that the new game is laser-focused on creating an "epic campaign."

"We made that decision early so we could really just go all-in on the campaign," said Stratton. "It's our largest, most expansive, most epic campaign ever, and we're just really happy with the decision."

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Doom: The Dark Ages Standard Edition

$70

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Doom: The Dark Ages Premium Edition

$100

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Doom: The Dark Ages Collector's Bundle

$200

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Doom: The Dark Ages is nearly here. The follow-up to Doom Eternal launches on Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, PS5, and PC on May 15. Preorders for the game are now available, including a massive Collector's Bundle that includes physical collectibles, extra in-game content, and more. Preorders also include bonus in-game skins and even early access to the game.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-Month Code

$30.59 (was $50) with promo code SAVETEN (Jan. 23)

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Preordering any version of Doom: The Dark Ages gets you the Void Slayer in-game skin as a free bonus.

Additionally, preordering the Premium or Collector's Editions also gets you up to 2-day early access to the full single-player campaign starting May 13.

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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition

$60

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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is less than two months away. The highly anticipated upgraded edition of the beloved 2015 Wii U RPG is slated to release on March 20. Much like the first game's upgraded edition for Switch, the upcoming remaster features overhauled graphics and quality-of-life improvements. The physical version of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is available to preorder at multiple major retailers, and you can secure an exclusive Xenoblade collectible at Best Buy or in-game content at GameStop. If you already placed your preorder, you will get these bonuses added to your order retroactively.

Xenoblade Chronicles X Best Buy-exclusive Mini Metal Poster

Preorders of Xenoblade Chronicles X at Best Buy include an exclusive Mini Metal Poster with a display stand (shown above). If you preorder a physical or digital edition from GameStop or directly from Nintendo, you'll receive the Exploration Support Package, which features the following in-game content:

• 100,000 Credits (in-game currency)
• Advanced Iron Knife
• Advanced Storm Assault Rifle
• Survival Armor
• 6 Weapon Augments
• 5 Armor Augments

The Exploration Support Package is an early purchase bonus on the eShop and will be available until April 6.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows has already been pushed back from its release date more than once, but the most recent delay has a good reason behind it. Ubisoft recently showed off what Shadows' two protagonists--Naoe and Yasuke--can do with their parkour skills. And those skills were part of the rational behind giving Shadows' programmers a few extra weeks to get everything ready.

Game director Charles Benoit told IGN that the additional time was used to polish Shadows and balance the progression. However, he noted that the really difficult issue to deal with was the architecture of Feudal Japan, which wasn't intended to be used as parkour surfaces.

"The Japanese architecture, the roofs [are] super complex," said Benoit. "Probably the most complex thing that I ever worked with if we compared to Odyssey and Syndicate. We needed specific codes and specific animations to support something super fluid, changing the transition of the parkour to make it even more fluid. So that's one of the specific feedback that we heard that we wanted to address, and it really improved since the last few months."

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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-Month Code

$30.59 (was $50) with promo code SAVETEN (Jan. 23)

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If you're interested in playing any of the games featured in Xbox's latest Developer Direct, you should check out Woot's deal on Game Pass Ultimate. Today only, January 23, you can get three months of Game Pass Ultimate for $30.59 (was $50) with promo code SAVETEN. After today, the price will rise to $34--still a good deal--as long as it doesn't sell out before then. This deal saves you nearly 50% compared to subscribing directly through Microsoft for $20/month ($60 for three months). If you've never shopped at Woot, you can sign in using your Amazon account.

You can even start playing a new game today, as Team Ninja revealed a surprise launch for Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, a remaster of the studio's 2008 action game. Team Ninja also unveiled Ninja Gaiden 4, the long-awaited new entry in the classic series, and it'll be on Game Pass when it launches this fall. Xbox also announced release dates for several of its Spring 2025 games, Doom: The Dark Ages (May 15), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (April 24), and South of Midnight (April 8).

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-Month Code $30.59 (was $50) with promo code SAVETEN (Jan. 23)

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is stackable up to 36 months, but Woot is limiting customers to four codes, meaning you can add a full year to your membership--and play all of the aforementioned games as well as hundreds more. If you bought four codes from Woot, you'd spend $122.36 on one year of Game Pass Ultimate. That's $118 less than the cost of annual membership from the Xbox Store ($240), and $78 less than the cost of four prepaid codes from Amazon ($200).

When placing your order, you will need to input your shipping address, but the codes will be delivered to your email. Woot sends a shipping confirmation email with a "tracking number" shortly after your order is finalized. The tracking number is actually the 25-character key that you need to redeem on the Xbox Store.

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