Thank your own personal deity—possibly Kratos—it’s Friday! Even though it’s Autumn for Aussies, it’s time to spring into ludicrous Spring Sale savings on Steam. If the picks of that litter don’t interest you, I’ve sniffed out console-based bargains on grand adventures, pulse-pounding action, or quirky indie gems; there’s a little something for everyone.
This Day in Gaming 🎂
In retro news, I’m (somehow) celebrating the 23rd birthday of the OG Xbox, a console that blew my mind at launch (even though I was happily married to a PS2). This was the chunky vehicle that brought Microsoft into the console gaming world. And while it didn’t have the prettiest design or the greatest library of games, it gave us two important contributions to gaming: Halo and Xbox Live.
While some N64 enthusiasts may argue that GoldenEye paved the way for quality console first-person shooters, it was Halo that revolutionised the genre. Almost every FPS that came after Halo utilised its control scheme and a modified version of its health system. But where Halo truly succeeded was in providing console gamers with the first-of-its-kind 16-player LAN battles. This was the first shooter that made my PC gaming mates jealous, and I still own and adore my Limited Edition Crystal Xbox. Even though ants once tried to take it over and turn it into a very expensive vivarium.
Aussie bdays for notable games
– Mortal Kombat Trilogy (N64) 1997. Get
– Xbox console launch, 2002. eBay
– Jet Set Radio Future (XB) 2002. eBay
– Amped (XB) 2002. eBay
– Halo: Combat Evolved (XB) 2002. Redux
– Dead or Alive 3 (XB) 2002. Get
– Oddworld: Munch’s Oddysee (XO) 2003. Get
– Ape Escape 2 (PS2) 2003. eBay
– Journey (PS3) 2012. Get
– God of War: Ascension (PS3) 2013. Sequel
– Dark Souls II (PS3, X360) 2014. Redux
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Nice Savings for Nintendo Switch
On the Nintendo Switch, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen is a jaw-dropping $7. That’s a pittance for one of the best action RPGs in ages, with its deep pawn system that lets AI companions learn from your tactics. Meanwhile, a 36 buck Octopath Traveler delivers an old-school JRPG experience with a modern HD-2D glow-up that Square Enix has since turned into a signature visual style.
West of Loathing
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Look, I get it. Graphics look awful. But trust me, this is one of the funniest games your ever going to play on Switch (or anywhere else). Take the five buck leap. Thank me later.
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Or gift a Nintendo eShop Card.
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Purchase Cheap for PC
PC gamers can grab Red Dead Redemption 2 for just 20 clams, and this sweeping Western epic comes with a staggering 500,000 lines of dialogue. For those who enjoy a bit of madness, Undertale ($2) will delight you with its fourth-wall-breaking humour and eerie meta twists.
Steam Spring Sale
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Deep Discounts ahoy on an absolute ton of things. Headliners include God of War Ragnarok (-20% ~ $75.96), Silent Hill 2 (-30%~ $71.75), Space Marine 2 (-35% ~ $58.46), Streeties 6 (-50% ~ $49.97), and more!
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Or just get a Steam Wallet Card
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Exciting Bargains for Xbox
Over on Xbox Series X, Destroy All Humans! 2 lets you embrace your inner chaos-loving alien, complete with ridiculous weapons and satirical 1960s pop culture jabs. And Dragon Age: Veilguard Deluxe Edition is a must for Bioware fans itching to dive back into rich RPG storytelling.
Dragon Age: Veilguard Del.
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Obtain a variety of weapons and armor, including curiosities from a forgotten era with the Deluxe Edition. You’ll receive weapon and armor sets for the Warrior, Mage, and Rogue classes as well as armor sets and weapons for each of your 7 companions.
Xbox One
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Or just invest in an Xbox Card.
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Pure Scores for PlayStation
Finally, PlayStation 5 boasts Star Wars Outlaws at $49. It’s Ubisoft’s first open-world Star Wars game, where you can even gamble your life away in Sabacc. Lastly, a reduced God of War Ragnarök will deliver you a mythic Norse adventure that is one helluva great sequel.
40K: Space Marine 2
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Semi-related tip: Do yourself a favour and go watch the Warhammer 40K themed episode on Prime Video’s Secret Level TV series. It features the protagonist of this game and has some truly bad arse animation.
PS4
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PS+ Monthly Freebies
Yours to keep from Mar 4 with this subscription
- Dragon Age: Veilguard (PS5)
- Sonic Colours: Ultimate (PS4)
- TMNT: Cowabunga Col. (PS5/PS4)
Or purchase a PS Store Card.
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Legit LEGO Deals
3in1 T. rex
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T. rex to Triceratops to Pterodactyl? Uh…why even change from Rex form?
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Adam Mathew is our Aussie deals wrangler. He plays practically everything, often on YouTube.
