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AU Game Deals: Top Bargains on Switch, Xbox, PS5, PC
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AU Game Deals: Top Bargains on Switch, Xbox, PS5, PC

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Key Facts

  • ✓ Donkey Kong 64 marks 26 years, considered the top banana of Rare 3D platforming
  • ✓ Hades on Switch discounted 70% to A$11.20, featuring reactive dialogue from Supergiant
  • ✓ Red Dead Redemption 2 on Xbox at A$22.40 (-75%), offering indulgent open-world storytelling
  • ✓ Astro Bot on PS5 for A$64 (-42%), a joyful showcase of PlayStation history
  • ✓ LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga on PC at A$6.90 (-90%), packed with saga content

In This Article

  1. Quick Summary
  2. Retro Gaming Highlights
  3. Nintendo Switch Bargains
  4. Xbox Series X and One Offers
  5. PlayStation and PC Savings
  6. Final Thoughts on AU Gaming Deals

Quick Summary#

This week's AU game deals offer exceptional value across platforms, turning casual browsing into wishlist expansions and purchases. On Nintendo Switch, titles like Hades at A$11.20 (-70%) and Ori and the Blind Forest Definitive Edition for A$7.40 stand out for their tight design and emotional depth. Xbox Series X features Red Dead Redemption 2 at A$22.40 (-75%) and Monster Hunter Wilds for A$41.90 (-64%), perfect for immersive weekends. PlayStation 5 shines with Astro Bot at A$64 (-42%) and Lies of P for A$51.10 (-40%), blending charm and challenge. PC delivers long-form RPGs like Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii at A$36.40 (-64%). Retro news marks 26 years since Donkey Kong 64's release, hailed as the top banana of Rare 3D platforming, alongside Aussie game birthdays like Earthworm Jim 2 in 1995.

These bargains emphasize scale, personality, and hours per dollar, rewarding players with magical experiences from Supergiant, Studio Ghibli vibes in Ni No Kuni, and more. Whether seeking roguelike repetition or open-world indulgence, these deals respect time while gleefully stealing it for epic adventures.

Retro Gaming Highlights#

In retro news, it's been 26 years since the release of Donkey Kong 64, a game some called the top banana of Rare 3D platforming. Released on the N64, it featured gorgeous visuals, amazing sound including the iconic DK Rap, and was loaded with collectibles and unique ability Kongs to switch between.

Donkey Kong made a recent comeback in Donkey Kong Bananza, which captured fresh appeal. Aussie birthdays for notable games include:

  • Earthworm Jim 2 (MD) in 1995
  • Blast Corps (N64) in 1997
  • Donkey Kong 64 (N64) in 1999

These milestones remind players of the enduring charm of classic titles from Rare and beyond.

"top banana of Rare 3D platforming"

— Gaming Enthusiast Review

Nintendo Switch Bargains#

Top Discounts Emphasizing Feel and Design

Nintendo Switch deals this week reward feel over fidelity, with tight design, expressive music, and games that respect your time or gleefully steal it. Current hot items include Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 for A$79, Pokémon Legends: Z-A at A$78, and Super Mario Party Jamboree for A$64.

Standout savings feature:

  • Hades (-70%) A$11.20: Supergiant turns roguelike repetition into a strength, with reactive dialogue and gods who remember your failures.
  • Bravely Default II (-38%) A$49.10: Old school JRPG systems with modern quality of life tweaks and risk-reward combat that makes grinding interesting.
  • Borderlands 3 Ultimate (-50%) A$44.60: A noisy loot fountain with the best gunplay in the series; the writing varies, but shooting excels.
  • Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch (-33%) A$59.90: Studio Ghibli vibes, sweeping music, and a combat system rewarding patience; one of the prettiest JRPG worlds.
  • Ori and the Blind Forest Definitive Edition A$7.40: A masterclass in movement and melancholy, with effortless platforming and a sticking soundtrack.

Consider gifting a Nintendo eShop Card for flexibility. Switch console prices vary, offering ways to upgrade setups.

Xbox Series X and One Offers#

Deals Focused on Scale and Immersion

This batch of Xbox deals emphasizes scale, with big worlds, big monsters, and games showcasing hardware capabilities. Monster Hunter Wilds (-64%) A$41.90 offers methodical combat, absurd creature design, and a moreish loop of prep, hunt, celebrate, repeat.

Key bargains include:

  • Red Dead Redemption 2 (-75%) A$22.40: Rockstar at its most indulgent, slow, deliberate, and emotionally heavy for open-world fans.
  • Hogwarts Legacy (-57%) A$47: Castle exploration as the star, with magical flying lessons and secret passages.
  • DOOM: The Dark Ages (-59%) A$49: Brutal, fast, and unsubtle, experimenting with tone while keeping its core identity.
  • Borderlands 4 (-59%) A$49: Refinement over reinvention, with co-op chaos shining in gunplay.

For Xbox One, older hardware delivers ridiculous value:

  • Diablo III: Eternal Collection (-54%) A$46.30: Approachable Diablo with tuning and seasonal hooks.
  • Mass Effect Legendary Edition (-90%) A$9.90: Three classic RPGs, cleaned up and emotionally devastating sci-fi trilogy.
  • Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (-85%) A$16.40: Stronger combat, bigger worlds, and a confident story for Cal Kestis.

Hot radar items: Battlefield 6 A$89, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds A$89, Borderlands 4 A$99. Opt for an Xbox Card or check console prices.

PlayStation and PC Savings#

Personality-Driven PS5 and PS4 Deals

PlayStation 5 deals dominate with personality-driven games and mechanical polish. Borderlands 4 (-59%) A$49 improves visuals and gunplay, staying loud and silly.

  • LEGO Horizon Adventures (-63%) A$21.90: Smart LEGO remix poking fun at lore, accessible for younger players.
  • Hogwarts Legacy (-45%) A$59.90: Strong production and immersive Hogwarts wandering.
  • Astro Bot (-42%) A$64: Joyful showcase of PlayStation history and controller tech, handcrafted levels.
  • Lies of P (-40%) A$51.10: Soulslike with fair combat in a coherent dark fairy tale.
  • Death Stranding 2 (-54%) A$57: Kojima doubles down on weirdness, with slower moments hitting hard.

For PS4, dense storytelling packs value:

  • Crisis Core FFVII Reunion (-58%) A$35.80: Polished Zack Fair story with modern combat and tragedy.
  • Mafia Trilogy (-56%) A$44: Three crime dramas prioritizing atmosphere; Mafia II stands out.
  • Neo: The World Ends With You (-53%) A$39.90: Stylish, anime combat that layers beautifully.

Radar: COD Black Ops 7 A$89, Battlefield 6 A$89, Borderlands 4 A$99. Grab a PS Store Card.

PC Deals for Hours Per Dollar

PC wins for sheer hours per dollar with strong RPG and action value. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (-64%) A$36.40 blends ridiculous side stories, heartfelt drama, and pirates from RGG Studio.

  • LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga (-90%) A$6.90: Silly, charming speed run through the saga, packed with content.

These offers quietly deliver long-form experiences ideal for extended play.

Final Thoughts on AU Gaming Deals#

These AU game deals transform everyday gaming into extraordinary value, from retro tributes like Donkey Kong 64's legacy to modern masterpieces across Switch, Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. Titles such as Hades, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Astro Bot exemplify magic in design, whether through roguelike gods, open-world depth, or joyful platforming.

Players can immerse in Studio Ghibli-inspired worlds, hunt massive creatures, or explore Hogwarts secrets, all at prices that make weekends disappear productively. With options like eShop and store cards, accessing these bargains is straightforward. Dive in to build your library with experiences that linger long after the credits roll.

"gods who remember your failures"

— Hades Game Description

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