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10 Video Games to Pick Up During Black Friday

GeekSugar — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:31:49 -0800

We know there's a ton of deals to be had on Black Friday, so now is the time to keep an eye out for any superb savings on video games. Not only is there a chance you can find the game you've been looking for on the cheap, but I'm sure there are some gaming freaks in your family who would love to find one (or a few) of these under the tree.

Check out my picks for the 10 games you should pick up during the Black Friday madness - there's something for everyone in your life!

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I'm Gearing Up For Hot Black Friday Deals From Target

GeekSugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:33:08 -0800

If you're headed out to get your Black Friday shop on this week and are in need of some game action, you better check out Target first!

I love my Xbox 360, and my favorite big-box store is offering up their stock of Elite Black Xbox 360s in a few choice bundles. You can pick up the 120GB version with a controller and two games (Pure and Lego Batman) for $300. If you need a bit more for your buck, pick up the Call of Duty bundle which includes the 250GB black Xbox 360, two controllers and your own copy of Call of Duty for $400. Bonus - each bundle comes with a $50 Target gift card!

To see what other Target deals I have my eye on, just read more.

7 Gifts For Your Tech-Loving Brother

GeekSugar — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:33:15 -0800

If you're in need of some gift-giving suggestions, I've got you covered! Next up on the list is your tech-loving brother. You know, the one who has his nose in his laptop for as many hours as you and can challenge your records on Super Smash Bros.? Hey, he's your brother, so treat him right this holiday!

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GeekSugar's Gift Guide For Gamer Guys

GeekSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:33:16 -0800

Now that I've got younger brothers, sisters, moms and dads taken care of in the gift guide department, what about those hard to buy for guys that are addicted to their gaming goods?

No need to fret, because I've got a wide range of options that fit a variety of budgets and are guaranteed to make even the biggest gamers happy during the holidays.

Sgt. Pepper Headed to the Rock Band Music Store Tomorrow

GeekSugar — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:50:21 -0800

September was a big month for The Beatles in the gaming world when The Beatles Rock Band hit the market. I went crazy over it during a sneak peek at E3, and was not disappointed when I got my own copy. Although The Beatles have not always been so chummy with tech, times are a-changing as Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band makes its way to The Beatles: Rock Band music store tomorrow for your Xbox 360 and Wii systems, and will be available on your PS3 on Nov. 19!

Although I'd love to, I can't really throw down for their special edition digital collection, so I'm stoked at least to get to play along on one of my favorite games. To see how much each track from the album will set you back, just read more.

Individual singles from the record like "When I'm Sixty-Four" and "Lovely Rita" can be purchased for $1.99 each (or 160 Microsoft Points on your Xbox), while the entire album can be downloaded for $13.50 (1080 Microsoft Points). Wii owners can rock out with The Beatles tomorrow as well, but you'll be paying $2 a pop or 200 Wii Points for the tracks.

7 Awesome Gifts For Your Kid Brother

GeekSugar — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:00:57 -0800

I'm counting down the days to the holidays by sharing my picks for the best geek-approved gifts for your entire family. Check out my previous picks for your parents and your sister here, then check out all the cool goodies I would choose for your younger bro in this slideshow!

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8-Bit Wedding Invite Makes Me Want to Pop the Question

GeekSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:10:57 -0800

We may be smack dab in the middle of holiday season here on the Sugar Network, but I can't help but share with you this crazy-fun find to whet your palate for next year's wedding season. We already have enough geeky wedding ammo to fuel an entire ceremony, so this 8-Bit wedding invite is the icing on the cake (pun intended).

Complete with binary code speech bubbles, the vintage feel of this wedding invitation I spotted on BuzzFeed has me longing for my arcade days. Of course, if you do rock the old-school invite to your wedding (or DIY it for any occasion), just be sure to have some retro gaming action on hand to complete the feel. Party on!

Hot Holiday Item to Pre-Order: New SMB For the Wii

GeekSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:33:19 -0800

I'm not gonna lie, after getting a sneak peek of New Super Mario Bros. for the Wii back in June at E3, I've been secretly counting down the days until I can pop this game into my shiny white console.

In less than five days (this Sunday!) SMB for the Wii ($50) will be released across the country, and I can tell you this much - it's going to be on many wish lists this holiday season - heck, it's already getting rave reviews.

There's no denying that Super Mario Bros. games have staying power - SMB3 did win our best video game ever bracket challenge! And with this game you can experience multiplayer fun (Mario, Luigi and two toads are playable characters), use the new propeller suit, and shake and tilt your wiimote to do fun things like tilt seesaws and transform Mario into a penguin.

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Name That Video Game!

GeekSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:15:48 -0800

It's time for another edition of Name That Video Game! This is one of my favorite old-school video games - and the cause of some of the biggest fights in my house as a kid. Hint: this was the third highest-selling game in SNES history.

Spend $20 at Old Navy on Black Friday, Get Lego Rock Band!

GeekSugar — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:00:53 -0800

The Black Friday fun has just begun! To get the ball rolling, I've just learned that when you spend $20 on Nov. 27 at Old Navy stores across the country, you'll get a free copy of Lego Rock Band (retail value is $44)!

With featured songs like "Song 2," "Kung Foo Fighting," "The Final Countdown," and Pink's "So What," it's worth spending the 20 bucks, just to get the game. Supplies are limited, so be sure to hit up your local Old Navy store in good time on Black Friday.

Oh, and you've still got one day left to get in on the buy two Wii games, get one free deal at Target!