Here Are The Top 10 Games You Absolutely Don’t Want to Miss Out On
There’s nothing better than celebrating the weekend with some retail therapy. Whether you’re itching for a new adventure to embark on or need to take on some stress relief, we’ve found some great game titles at jaw-droppingly low prices. Take advantage of the pre-order sale price for Control or the much-anticipated Gears 5 both currently 17% off. We also can’t forget Mario Kart 8 on the Nintendo Switch at 17% off or the highly acclaimed Octopath Traveler at 23% off. These not quite your cup of tea? No worries! Check out the rest of our list for more amazing deals.
Control Pre-Order (Xbox One) – $49.94 ($10.05 off)
Set to release just next week, we already have high expectations for Control. An otherworldly threat invades a secret agency in New York. Suddenly promoted to the new Director, it’s up to you to fight to regain control. Be one of the first to play this game by preordering it now and saving a sweet 17% off.
Gears 5 Pre-Order (Xbox One) – $49.94 ($10.05 off)
Gears 5 is finally almost here and we absolutely cannot contain our excitement! Gears 5 is bigger than before with five exciting modes and an intense campaign. With the war coming to an end, Kait ventures off to uncover her connection and finds out she may be more dangerous to Sera than anything else. Be sure to pre-order Gears 5 before September 10th to get some sweet bonus’.
The Dark Pictures Anthology – Man of Medan Pre-Order (PS4) – $24.99 ($5.00 off)
From the twisted minds behind Until Dawn, The Dark Pictures Anthology – Man of Medan – will be released at the end of the month and you can save 17% off. With an excellent supernatural horror setting, venture off with five friends who set sail for a holiday diving trip which in turn becomes a much more sinister situation.
Madden NFL 20 (PS4) – $45.35 ($14.64 off)
Create your own customer quarterback and be the face of your team and bring your NFL career to the next level. With life-like graphics and solid gameplay, go on head to head against 32 teams for the quest for the Super Bowl or go toe to toe in online and offline games against friends.
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (PS4/Xbox One/Switch) – $29.99 ($10.00 off)
For those who loved the old Castlevania series or gothic horror actions in general with beautiful character and level designs, then you should be sure to check this title out! Not entirely convinced? Our very own James had this to say about Bloodstained: “I’m not saying this is a perfect game. Far from it, in fact! But there could be no better spiritual successor to the storied Metroidvania legacy Igarashi himself began all those years ago. “. Read through the rest of his review if you need even more convincing but hey, at 18% off, you really can’t go wrong!
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Switch) – $49.68 ($10.31 off)
It’s time to hit the road with some of our old favourite Nintendo characters in a high stakes race. Play locally with up to 4 players in TV mode or try your chances in online battles. And in this jam-packed version, you’ll get all the tracks from the Wii U version including all of the DLC.
The Sinking City (PS4/Switch) – $49.94 ($10.05 off)
Any horror fans will surely appreciate adding this title to their library. A story heavily inspired by the mind of H.P. Lovecraft, jump back into the 1920’s as an investigator in an attempt to figure out the reason behind what is possessing the city of Oakmont as well as it’s inhabitants.
Team up with a friend and be prepared to visit Paris in the 1980s and blow away some Nazi scum as you work towards finding BJ who has now disappeared. Currently, at an 18% discount, there couldn’t be a better time to add this to the library now in preparation for the release date!
PixARK (PS4/Xbox One/Switch) – $19.99 ($20.00 off)
In this voxel block builder, be prepared to explore a world filled with vicious dinosaurs, magical creatures and a ton of adventures. Tame ferocious monster for survival, craft high tech and magical tools to build and fortify your base. Whether you want to venture out on your own or with friends, it will be a fight to survive this is bright and colourful world.
Octopath Traveler (Switch) – $45.99 ($14.00 off)
If you’re a fan of old school JRPGS packed with beautiful graphics, endearing characters and rewarding game play, then the time to play Octopath Traveler is now! In our review, James said, “This game re-awakened that long-lost feeling of a zen task to complete, a high-tension rock garden around a blossoming fountain of childish joy.” With 8 stories to uncover and at 25% off, your Nintendo Switch library will thank you.
Are you picking up one of these hot new games this weekend? And if you’re looking spice up your PC rig with new games and accessories, keep your eyes peeled for our next deals list. Keep it locked to COGconnected for the best discounts each and every week, as we try to find you the very best sales for all your gaming needs.