There's no denying it: the holidays are right around the corner. Have you even begun to make your shopping list yet? Yeah, we thought so -- how'd you like some help? If you're planning on picking up some disc-based fun for a friend or loved one this year, then you may want to consider Amazon's current promotion.
So, like the headline says, if you pick up $80 worth of (select!) gaming goodness from now until October 31, you'll get a voucher worth $40 from Amazon seven days after your items ship. This credit comes through your email so, when it's all said and done, you should be able to treat yourself on top of making it a special season for a few of your closest. But, as for the games that qualify, well -- there's some really great titles in here for just about any type of gamer.
Know a music lover? Hey, how about The Beatles: Rock Band? If you know a comic junkie, then there's always the exceptional Batman: Arkham Asylum. Heck, if you got a couple friends, give 'em Borderlands, then use the credit to get yourself a copy for some co-op delight. How about some Uncharted 2? See what we mean? There's lots of good stuff in this sale.
Of course, there's always the option to just buy yourself a bunch of stuff, but we know even you aren't that selfish, right? Right?
[Via CAG]
Reader Comments (60)
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 8:33PM (Unverified) said
NO, it all a lie!! Amazon is working with Skynet, THIS IS ALL PART OF THEIR PLAN!!!
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:05PM Troy Powers said
And if you pre-order MW2 you get a $20 credit toward your next video game purchase. They're almost giving you money.
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:27PM (Unverified) said
Hahah why would you get the hardened edition? You can just get COD1 on pc for like... 2 dollars, and I'm sure your computer can run it if it was made in the last decade.
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:41PM Dragod said
I just prefer it on Console. My friends are getting it on console, and my PC is the only one that can handle anything greater than TF2 on low settings.
I really like the case that comes with MW2, the art book looks kinda cool, and CoD Classic is just icing on the cake.
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I really like the case that comes with MW2, the art book looks kinda cool, and CoD Classic is just icing on the cake.
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 11:26PM (Unverified) said
Nonono, I'm saying the only real bonus for the Hardened edition is COD1 for XBLA, which his computer can definitely run and can be had for much cheaper than the added cost for the Hardened edition. Without it, it amounts to a tin case and art book (which you can skim through in about 30 seconds and probably won't have anything interesting anyway) for 20 dollars.
I'm getting MW2 for 360 too, since my computer couldn't run it. If 200 achievement points is really worth 20 dollars, go for it I guess, but it's still really dumb. I used to get special editions for everything but lately I just have if it seems like there's actually something of added value. The (unfortunately) gamestop-exclusive AC2 edition looks good. The MW2 ones are retarded at best and flagrant disrespect towards the consumer at worst. Of course, Halo has proven that fans will buy literally anything.
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I'm getting MW2 for 360 too, since my computer couldn't run it. If 200 achievement points is really worth 20 dollars, go for it I guess, but it's still really dumb. I used to get special editions for everything but lately I just have if it seems like there's actually something of added value. The (unfortunately) gamestop-exclusive AC2 edition looks good. The MW2 ones are retarded at best and flagrant disrespect towards the consumer at worst. Of course, Halo has proven that fans will buy literally anything.
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 11:27PM (Unverified) said
that's the real deal... Must tell someone to start Xmas shopping for me..
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 11:40PM (Unverified) said
@Filthy
I was watching Hulu today, and they keep forcing me to watch full trailers for ODST, or making of videos. This is an alternative from watching four normal commercials for ODST. Either way its annoying. But thats beside the point.
The point is: they said in the making of video that they've made the "best game ever" and then it cuts to them exlpaining how they have four xboxs hooked up via LAN for firefight. Sure is the greatest game ever, hooking up all my friend's systems with archaic ethernet cables and TVs. Tons of fun.
The people who bought that game are certified idiots.
what is this thread about
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I was watching Hulu today, and they keep forcing me to watch full trailers for ODST, or making of videos. This is an alternative from watching four normal commercials for ODST. Either way its annoying. But thats beside the point.
The point is: they said in the making of video that they've made the "best game ever" and then it cuts to them exlpaining how they have four xboxs hooked up via LAN for firefight. Sure is the greatest game ever, hooking up all my friend's systems with archaic ethernet cables and TVs. Tons of fun.
The people who bought that game are certified idiots.
what is this thread about
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 8:34PM EncodedNybble said
Aww man, I was about to buy myself Uncharted and NGS 2, but now you're making me feel guilty.
I just don't think the people that would buy this for me would act in time.
Oh well, they can just get me UC2 or Demon's Souls :)
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I just don't think the people that would buy this for me would act in time.
Oh well, they can just get me UC2 or Demon's Souls :)
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 8:37PM (Unverified) said
Anything that gives me money back is a good deal to me :P
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 8:45PM SpacePenguinBot said
Got Uncharted 2 and RE5 for the 360. I am going to have a big backlog of games, and I have Amazon Prime so I'll be saving that $40 credit for xmas presents. Hooray for my gamer sister!
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:27PM Special Agent Steve said
Yeah wtf waves? How UNLIKE someone to like video games.
You should return RE5 IMMEDIATELY!
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You should return RE5 IMMEDIATELY!
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 8:52PM (Unverified) said
Dah! I bought Uncharted 2 from Gamespot, Arkham Asylum from Toys R Us, and Demon's Souls from eBay. If only this covered pre-orders!
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 8:52PM (Unverified) said
*headdesk*
Oh, sure Amazon! Set the date at October 31st!
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Oh, sure Amazon! Set the date at October 31st!
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 8:54PM Troy Powers said
Amazon has been killing 'em with the deals lately. I don't know if anyone else has noticed, but they've also been giving away a $10 credit for just about any game you pre-order with them. And their prices are normally a couple bucks cheaper than most places already.
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:00PM Troy Powers said
Perfect example: http://www.amazon.com/Assassins-Creed-II-Playstation-3/dp/B00269DX5W/ref=vg_flx_preorder2?pf_rd_p=426435701&pf_rd_s=center-8&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=468642&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1KMGHDMY0MX92YRS7M7M
Assassin's Creed 2 for $56 AND you get a $10 credit towards your next video game purchase.
MW2 is regular price, but you get a $20 credit for your next video game purchase.
Sick, man. Just sick.
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Assassin's Creed 2 for $56 AND you get a $10 credit towards your next video game purchase.
MW2 is regular price, but you get a $20 credit for your next video game purchase.
Sick, man. Just sick.
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:02PM (Unverified) said
Amazon is being relentless with their game deals lately. Your move Gamestop
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:05PM FluffnNonsense said
Even though I just picked up some used games at my local gamestop I had to take advantage of this. Good move Amazon.
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:08PM oldschoolgamer said
Was wondering how long it would take amazon to try and match best buy's promotion for this week.
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:28PM Special Agent Steve said
It's their plot to secretly screw you over.
Guess its not a secret anymore.
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Guess its not a secret anymore.
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:21PM aughscreennames said
uh Best Buy is doing buy 2 get one free this week which is a lot better deal
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:59PM GewurztraminerX said
pfff, taxes can go take a hike.
(wait, wait, I don't mean hike up taxes! aw dammit...)
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(wait, wait, I don't mean hike up taxes! aw dammit...)
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:32PM (Unverified) said
Dah!!!
I got drunk and ended up buying way too much on amazon 2 weeks ago. I bought Uncharted 2, Demon's Souls, Ratchet and Clank, and the God of War Collection. If I was sober that night I probably would have $40.
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I got drunk and ended up buying way too much on amazon 2 weeks ago. I bought Uncharted 2, Demon's Souls, Ratchet and Clank, and the God of War Collection. If I was sober that night I probably would have $40.
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 9:36PM SecrtAgentMan said
Ordered Fallout 3:GoTY edition and Borderlands.
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Posted: Oct 28th 2009 12:12PM latin trident said
same here. except i'm selling them once i get them.
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 10:03PM ch3burashka said
This would be awesome, had I 80 bucks on me. As of right now, I'm counting 20 bucks in my wallet.
WILL DO ANYTHING FOR MONEY.
ANYTHING.
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WILL DO ANYTHING FOR MONEY.
ANYTHING.
Posted: Oct 27th 2009 10:14PM (Unverified) said
I say this mostly because my 360 decided to stop sending signal to my tv...100 dollars to fix... ughh.
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Posted: Oct 27th 2009 10:10PM CaramelZappa said
Most of the games on the list that I want I already have. Tempted to get Katamari Forever and Brutal Legend, but I'll hold off. The only other game I plan on buying this year is God of War Collection, saving my money for christmas presents.
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