Sometimes I look at my games library and wonder if I’ve accidentally started a museum of not-gonna-replay-that masterpieces. But here I am again, staring at some irresistible price tags to expand the haul even further. The latest round of sales spans everything from haunting detective stories to chaotic co-op mayhem, and these are the highlights worth clicking “add to cart” on.
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This Day in Gaming 🎂
In retro news, I’m using a ninja grenade to light a 27-candle cake baked for Tenchu: Stealth Assassins, the rooftop-skulking stealthfest where patience was paramount. I was hooked on this from day one, squinting at my CRT through the darkness, convinced I was the deadliest shadow since Batman got moody.
At the turn of the millennium, Tenchu felt and played like nothing else. It asked us to not fight but rather drop from a pagoda beam, slice a throat, and vanish before angry samurai could respond. It warranted a double playthrough, too, thanks to dual protagonists (Rikimaru was super stoic, and Ayame was all sass). And the grappling hook, while ubiquitous now in our modern gaming, was an incredibly novel and useful tool in ’98. Package all of that with a supremely funky soundtrack, and Tenchu was more or less a PS must-own that deserves to rise again.
Aussie birthdays for notable games.
– Hexen (PC) 1995. Redux
– Wild Guns (SNES) 1996. Redux
– Donkey Kong Land III (GB) 1997. eBay
– Tenchu: Stealth Assassins (PS) 1998. eBay
– Call of Juarez (PC) 2006. eBay
– Pure (PC,PS3,X360) 2008. eBay
– Sunset Overdrive (PC,XO) 2014. Get
Nice Savings for Nintendo Switch
On Nintendo, Hades II offers god-tier roguelike action that blends mythological drama with tight combat and impeccable music. Developer Supergiant somehow made dying feel rewarding. Meanwhile, Disco Elysium – The Final Cut remains one of the smartest RPGs ever written, its dialogue trees branching wider than your average moral compass.
Banger Must-owns
Bucketlist stuff
Or gift a Nintendo eShop Card.
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Exciting Bargains for Xbox
Over on Xbox Series X, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden tells a love story that punches through the afterlife with emotional weight and supernatural flair. It’s from the creators of Life is Strange, so bring tissues. Then there’s Immortals of Aveum, which delivers spell-slinging combat that feels like a shooter wearing a mage’s robe.
Xbox One players get an absolute steal in Mafia: Def. Ed., which modernises a mobster classic with a noir touch that still drips atmosphere. Soulcalibur VI is also swinging hard, letting you duel with both swords and hilariously over-the-top character customisation.
Must Plays to Own
Timeless crown jewels
Or just invest in an Xbox Card.
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Pure Scores for PlayStation
On PS5, Rise of the Ronin offers a feudal Japan odyssey that borrows some of Team Ninja’s finest swordplay, while Resident Evil Village keeps me paranoid in all the best ways with its gothic horror vibes. The Tall Vampire Lady lives rent-free in my nightmares.
PS4 owners shouldn’t skip Batman: Arkham Col., which remains the gold standard for superhero brawling. Meanwhile, Spyro Reignited Trilogy still nails that retro glow-up, and hearing Tom Kenny back as Spyro hits pure nostalgia.
All-Timers Worth Tracking
Not current, but amazing
Or purchase a PS Store Card.
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Purchase Cheap for PC
Finally, on PC, Hogwarts Legacy Del. is your golden ticket to spell-slinging escapism, with a meticulous open world that’s pure fan service. Control: Ult. Ed. remains a benchmark for surreal, physics-driven storytelling that somehow looks even better on high-end rigs.
Or just get a Steam Wallet Card
Legit LEGO Deals
LEGO-wise, Wicked Shiz University is a delightful little display piece that feels like a lost Hogwarts offshoot, while One Piece Going Merry Ship is a must for Straw Hat fans chasing a challenging and detailed build.
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Adam Mathew is a passionate connoisseur, a lifelong game critic, and an Aussie deals wrangler who genuinely wants to hook you up with stuff that’s worth playing (but also cheap). He plays practically everything, sometimes on YouTube.
