VIDEOGAMESPLUS.CA: August 2011

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

RESISTANCE 3 NOW SHIPPING! STREET DATE POLICY IN EFFECT!

Time to start warming up those trigger fingers as Resistance 3 is now shipping!

You have only 6 days left to take advantage of the special preorder price of $54.99 and Also order before Sept 6th and still be entered in the Resistance 3 Doomsday Contest!

Street date policy is in effect so please see the bolded area below.

Order Now and have it shipped early too!

Resistance 3 - PS3 [SPECIAL PREORDER PRICE + CONTEST] (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) (Street date shipping policy in effect)

Resistance 3 Doomsday Edition - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) (Street date shipping policy in effect)

This year's even better as we received our product early and have begun shipping all preorders. This is to have customers receive game on or as close to street date as possible.

(Strict street date shipping policy in effect) If your parcel takes more than 2 business days to arrive it will ship today, if it takes more than 1 it will ship tomorrow and if it takes 1 business day it will ship on Friday due to the postal holiday here in Canada. In-store preorder pickups will be available on Tuesday Sept 6, 2011 which is the official street date. (NO EXCEPTIONS ON THIS PICKUP POLICY).

More Games Added to the Sale!

2 New games have been added to the sale today in limited qtys!

Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) ON SALE $14.99

AND

Tomb Raider Trilogy - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) ON SALE $19.99

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

MASSIVE PRICE DROPS! LA NOIRE, CRYSIS 2 AND MORE!

Monday, August 29, 2011

Professor Layton and the Last Specter DS Pre-Order Oct 17, 2011

PRE-ORDER NOW AVAILABLE OCT 17, 2011

** IMPORTERS NOTICE : DS GAMES ARE REGION FREE ON ALL NINTENDO DS AND 3DS CONSOLES***

Professor Layton and the Last Specter - DS (Preorder) is the fourth installment in the popular puzzle/adventure franchise. It takes place three years before the other entries in the series and marks the start of a brand new Professor Layton trilogy.

Professor Layton and the Last Specter - DS (Preorder) will reportedly contain more puzzles than any of the Layton games to date. As a North American Exclusive, it will also come with a bonus RPG called Professor Layton's London Life. London Life alone contains more than 100 hours of additional content.

LITTLE BIG PLANET 2 PRICE DROP

Sony has just dropped another hit game : LittleBigPlanet 2 [MOVE Compatible] - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) is now $39.99 and $20.00 price drop!

More price drops coming soon!

Friday, August 26, 2011

BACK TO SCHOOL SALE NOW ON!!

Our BACK TO SCHOOL SALE has now started. Stocking up on some cheap video game goodness is a great way to end the summer. You'll find hundreads of games and accessories on sale, some as low as $4.99!

We should have you covered no matter what system you own as PS3, PSP, DS, 3DS, Wii, PS2 and 360 games/accessories are on sale. Quantities are limited on most items. While quantities last.

Sale is online and in-store.

TOP PRE-ORDERS OF THE WEEK

Check out our top pre-orders from August 20th to the 26th

TOP XBOX 360
1. Xbox 360 Gears of War 3 Epic Edition Microsoft
2. Xbox 360 Madden NFL 12 EA
3. Xbox 360 Otomedius Excellent Collectors Aksys
4. Xbox 360 Battlefield 3 Limited Edition EA
5. Xbox 360 Kinct Zoom Nyko

TOP 5 PS3
1. PS3 Resistance 3 Sony
2. PS3 Disgaea 4 Premium Edition NIS
3. PS3 Sony Wireless Stereo Headset Sony
4. PS3 Madden NFL 12 EA
5. PS3 Atelier Totori Collectors Edition NIS

TOP 5 HANDHELD GAMES
1. PSP Shin Megami Tensai Persona 2 Atlus
2. 3DS Star Fox 64 3DS Nintendo
3. PSP Fate/Extra Aksys
4. DS Dragon Quest Monsters Joker 2 Nintendo DS
5. Kirby Mass Attack Nintendo

MADDEN NFL 12 & BODYCOUNT XB360 REGION FREE TESTS

We have tested both Madden NFL 12 - 360 (Region Free) (Preorder) and Bodycount - 360 (Region Free) (Preorder) on our PAL XBOX 360 console and can confirm BOTH ARE REGION FREE.

Thursday, August 25, 2011

ANOTHER AWESOME FIND IN OUR WAREHOUSE

Wow, we're sure glad we started cleaning up the warehouse. On top of finding two Factory Sealed NEC TurboExpress Handheld Systems we have now found 2 Factory Sealed NEC TurboDuo Consoles.

Everytime we open up another box of NEC video game goodness from the 90's are boss's smile lights up the room. Seems he had quite the video game love affair at the time with everything NEC.

Anyway, here's the pic of the two TurboDuo consoles. If we can ever pry these bad boys from our boss's hands we'll list them on ebay or sell them on our website.

TurboDuo:

The TurboDuo was a video game console released in the United States on October 10, 1992 at a pirce point of $299.99. The TurboDuo is essentially a combination of TurboGrafx-16 and TurboGrafx-CD hardware, plus the Super System BIOS + extra 192k RAM built-in to the motherboard. The TurboDuo was capable of playing standard audio CDs, CD+Gs, TurboGrafx TurboChips, Japanese and North American CD-ROM² (TurboGrafx-CD) and Super CD-ROM² titles.

SpecificationsCPU:

CPU: 8-bit HuC6280A, a modified 65C02 running at 3.58 or 7.16 MHz (switchable by software). Features integrated bankswitching hardware (driving a 21-bit external address bus from a 6502-compatible 16-bit address bus), an integrated general-purpose I/O port, a timer, block transfer instructions, and dedicated move instructions for communicating with the HuC6270A VDC

ASSASSIN'S CREED BROTHERHOOD PS3/360 $10 OFF

We have put both Assassin's Creed Brotherhood - 360 (Region Free) (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) and Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) on sale by $10 for a limited time to $29.99 each.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

DARK SOULS COLLECTOR'S EDITION PS3/360 UPDATE

The other day we were tweeting how displeased we were that Namco Bandai informed us that indie's would not be receiving any Dark Souls Collector Editions. Today we find out that they have had a change of heart and in fact we will be receiving both Dark Souls Collector’s Edition - PS3 (Preorder) and Dark Souls Collector’s Edition - 360 (Preorder).

Pre-orders are open again but quantity will be limited on both verions! Once we run out of our Collector allocation we will begin pre-ordering the standard versions.

Anyone who has already pre-ordered the standard version with us will automatically be upgraded to the Collector Edition.

Special thanks to Namco Bandai for supporting us Indie's!!

SUPER MONKEY BALL 3DS FIRST TO HIT BARGAIN BIN

Wow, we didn't expect to see 3DS games hit $19.99 prices this fast but I guess the video game landscape is quite different now. Also, we would say some of the 3DS launch titles should of started at these prices.

Nevertheless, we have now opened up the 3DS Bargain Bin and the first title to be tossed in is Super Monkey Ball - 3DS (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) with a new low retail price of $19.99.

Look for more 3DS games to be tossed into our newest bargain bin soon!

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

ACCESSORY HIGHLIGHT SONY PS3 WIRELESS STEREO HEADSET

Coming out in a few weeks is the NEW Sony Wireless Stereo Headset - PS3 (Preorder) . PRE-ORDER NOW! Release Date: Sept 6, 2011

Experience The Ultimate Audio Advantage with the official PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset. With 7.1 digital surround sound*, you'll have the edge, hearing the enemy before they see you. Mobilize your squad using the highest quality voice chat. Extend your advantage with on-screen headset status updates**, fast-access buttons, and breathable earpads that deliver hours of comfort

Features

The Official PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset
7.1 digital surround sound* enables you to hear the enemy before they see you
Crystal clear conversations to strategize with teammates
Breathable oversized earpads allow for hours of comfortable gameplay
Stay informed with exclusive on-screen headset status updates**
Enjoy hi-fidelity sound while watching your favorite movie
Easily access headset Volume and Mic Mute controls
Retractable microphone for use only when you need it

VIDEO GAME RUMOUR MILL NEW 3DS ON THE WAY?

Seems rumours are circulating the web that Nintendo is about to announce a redesigned 3DS system featuring twin analogue sticks and a decreased emphasis on 3D.

Nintendo may also be considering a name change and currently working on an additional device that would be sold seperately and attach to older 3DS models.

While still rumours French website 01net who broke several Wii U and Vita stories says it has received the news from an unnamed source who works within Nintendo.

You can read more about this story at CVG

Friday, August 19, 2011

TOP PRE-ORDERS OF THE WEEK

Starting this week we will be updating our customers with the latest preorder trends in gaming. Want to help a game succeed get behind it by pre-ordering.

TOP 20 PREORDERS
WEEK OF AUG 13 TO THE 19TH

PSP - Shin Megami Tensai Persona 2

PS3 - Disgaea 4 Premium Edition (Only 2 weeks left to Preorder)

PS3 - King of Fighters 13

PS3 - Disgaea 4 Standard Edition (Only 2 weeks left to Preorder)

PS3 - Resistance 3 (Only 2 weeks left to Preorder)

PS3 - Elder Scrolls V Skyrim

PS3 - Madden NFL 12 (Only 1 week left to Preorder)

PS3 - Atelier Totori Collectors Edition

PS3 - Battlefield 3 Limited Edition

PS3 - God of war Origins collection

X360 - Elder Scrolls V Skyrim

3DS - Shin Megami Tensai Strange Journey Overclocked (Only days left to Preorder)

PS3 - Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3

PS3 - Ico and Shadow of Colossus Collection

PS3 - Rage Anarchy Edition

PS3 - Sony Wireless Stereo Headset

PS3 - Uncharted 3

X360 - Battlefield 3 Limited Edition

X360 - Gears of War 3

X360 - Gears of War 3 Epic Edition

Thursday, August 18, 2011

TURTLE BEACH XBA PX5 BLUETOOTH ADAPTER NOW IN STOCK

XBOX 360

Turtle Beach PX5 owners liberate yourself from your XBOX 360 controller by using the new Turtle Beach XBA Bluetooth Adapter - PS3/360 (Preorder).

The XBA Bluetooth adapter plugs into the official XBOX 360 controller and communicates with the PX5 headset Bluetooth radio, replacing the talkback cable between the controller and headset. Simply plug in the XBA to the XBOX controller, pair it with the headset, and enjoy totally wireless XBOX gaming.

*Note that the XBA was designed specifically for the official Microsoft XBOX 360 controllers*

DEUS EX HUMAN REVOLUTION XBOX 360 REGION FREE TEST

We have tested the North American version of Deus Ex Human Revolution - 360 (Region Free) (Preorder) on our PAL XBOX 360 console and can confirm IT'S REGION FREE!

Look for more North American game region free tests as new games are released.

3 SONY PS3 GAMES PRICE DROP BY $20 EACH

We have dropped the prices of the following 3 Sony first party PS3 games by $20 from $59.99 to new lower prices of $39.99 each.

MLB 2011: The Show - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs)
Killzone 3 - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs)
Socom 4 - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs)

Look for more price drops soon as we continue to lower our prices!!

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

GEARS OF WAR 3 WIRELESS CONTROLLER IN STOCK

We have received the new Xbox 360 Gears of War 3 Wireless Controller - 360 (Preorder) in stock. These will be around for only a limited time!

Designed by Microsoft and Epic Games, the Limited Edition Gears of War 3 Wireless Controller puts the fate of the Delta Squad in your hands. This custom controller, emblazoned with the Infected Omen symbol, comes with five downloadable in-game weapon skins. Now you can take control and back up your crew. Boomers beware!

PS3 $50 PRICE DROP ANNOUNCED 320GB INFAMOUS BUNDLE IN STOCK

Sony has announced a $50 price drop on the Sony PlayStation 3 160GB - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) . The system drops from $299.99 down to a new low price of $249.99.

We have also now received stock on the Sony PlayStation 3 320GB Infamous 2 Hardware Bundle - PS3 (Preorder). Also, we have included a pic that shows some of the units in stock just to appease the people who thought this console was a fake. Unreal what we indie's have to do to prove ourselves.

LOOK THEY ARE REAL! WE ACTUALLY HAVE THEM IN STOCK!!

Saturday, August 13, 2011

OUR LONG LOST VIDEO GAME TREASURES FOUND

We have begun searching our warehouse and opening tons of sealed boxes we've had tucked away for years. It seems we've stumbled upon our own hidden treasure trove of video game goodness.

Sure brings us down memory lane! We'll be posting pics of some of the more interesting finds on our blog over the next few weeks. I have a feeling most of these items will eventually find their way onto Ebay or our website for sale.

Here is a pic of two Brand New Factory Sealed TurboExpress Handheld Systems still in the original shipping box. Rumours are swirling we may find a few more of these as we continue searching.

TurboExpress:

The TurboExpress or PC Engine GT (Game Tank) in Japan was a portable version of the TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine (video game console), released by NEC in 1990. It was the most advanced handheld of its time and could play all the TurboGrafx-16's games (which were on a small, credit-card sized media called HuCards). Due to the high price tag it was labeled as the Rolls Royce of handhelds!

SpecificationsCPU:

HuC6280
CPU Speed: 7.16 MHz or 1.79MHz (switchable in software)
Resolution: 400x270
Max Colors: 512
Max Simul. Colors: 481
Max Sprites: 64

Friday, August 12, 2011

PS3 320GB INFAMOUS 2 BUNDLE PRE-ORDER NOW

Being released August 16, 2011 is the new Sony PlayStation 3 320GB Infamous 2 Hardware Bundle - PS3 (Preorder) for only $299.99. The current PS3 160GB console is selling at $299.99 making this a sweet deal!

BUNDLE INCLUDES:

New slimmer, lighter PS3 system
Infamous 2 Software
320GB HDD for storing games, music, videos, and photos
30 DAY free PSN Plus trial

EL SHADDAI XBOX 360 REGION FREE TEST NOW SHIPPING

We have tested El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron - 360 (Preorder) on our PAL XBOX 360 console and can confirm it's NOT region free.

Look for more region free tests soon!!

We have now begun shipping all pre-orders for both versions of the game! In store pre-order pickups available Tuesday Aug 16 which is official products street date. NO EXCEPTIONS ON THIS PICKUP POLICY!!

Thursday, August 11, 2011

RAGE PS3/360 BONUS DLC INCLUDED FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE

Bethseda has announced that Rage [Anarchy Edition] - 360 (FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE) (Preorder) and Rage [Anarchy Edition] - PS3 (FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE) (Preorder) will include bonus DLC!

We here at VGP have also added a WORLDWIDE FREE SHIPPING BONUS on all versions of the game including Rage - PC (FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE) (Preorder)

Rage Anarchy Edition Includes :

Double Barrel Shotgun

Crimson Elite Armor

Fists of RAGE

Rat Rod Buggy

Pre-orders available! Release Date: October 4, 2011 FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE

***PLEASE NOTE: ALL CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE ALREADY PRE-ORDERED THIS TITLE WITH US WILL RECEIVE THE FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING BONUS !!***

ELDER SCROLLS V SKYRIM BONUS MAP INCLUDED FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING PROMO

Bethesda has announced that Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim PS3/360/PC will now come packed with a bonus physical map.

We here at VGP have also added a WORLDWIDE FREE SHIPPING BONUS on all pre-orders of either version of this title!!

The next chapter in the highly anticipated Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the makers of the 2006 and 2008 Games of the Year, Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose.

Pre-orders available! Release Date: November 11, 2011 FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING!!

Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim [Map Included] - 360 (FREE SHIPPNG WORLDWIDE) (Preorder)

Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim [Map Included] - PC (FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE) (Preorder)

Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim [Map Included] - PS3 (FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE) (Preorder)

***PLEASE NOTE: ALL CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE ALREADY PRE-ORDERED THIS TITLE WITH US WILL RECEIVE THE FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING BONUS !!***

100+ PRE-PLAYED XBOX 360 GAMES ADDED INTO INVENTORY

We have just added over 100+ Pre-played Xbox 360 games to our catalog. All games are in mint condition. Many titles have multiple copies up so there is over 150 pre-played games available. Most used games have Free Shipping too! Take a look HERE .

If you own a PAL Xbox 360 check out the preplayed region free games HERE

Some of the titles include:

Brink [includes bonus 3 patches] - 360 (Preplayed) (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) (FREE SHIPPING)

Crysis 2 Limited Edition [3D compatible] - 360 (Region Free) (Preplayed) (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) (FREE SHIPPING) (NO ONLINE PASS OR DLC)

Fallout New Vegas - 360 (Region Free) (Preplayed) (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) (FREE SHIPPING)

Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds - 360 (Region Free) (Preplayed) (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) (FREE SHIPPING)

XSEED ADDS SOUNDTRACK TO SOLATOROBO DS

Xseed has announced that all first run shipments of Solatorobo: Red the Hunter [Soundtrack CD Included] - DS (Preorder) will now include soundtrack CD.

This is an original RPG with action elements for the Nintendo DS by Fukuoka-based developer CyberConnect2 (of dotHack fame.)

Features

A beautiful mix of 3D polygons, hand-drawn 2D backgrounds, and special animated cut-scenes by famed animation studio MADHOUSE (Ninja Scroll, Trigun, Death Note) combine for one of the most graphically impressive games on the system

Music by renowned composer Yasunori Mitsuda (Xenogears, Chrono Cross, Shadow Hearts) sets a playful mood for some of the light-hearted dialogue, while contrasting full orchestral scores foreshadow the epic struggle for survival to come

Your robot is your weapon as you pick up enemies and throw them for damage, or catch missiles and other objects to toss as your own explosive projectiles

Special aircraft become available to take on aerial race-based challenges, or invite friends via local connection for a 4-person race through the skies

With over 70 varied quests including a robot battle tournament, taking the gunner position of an airship to fend off sky pirates, and fishing for huge monsters, all while collecting hidden pictures and music

Release Date: September 27, 2011 Pre-order Now!

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

HOT PICK NO MORE HEROES HEROES PARADISE PS3 IMPORT

We have just changed the HOT PICK on our front page to No More Heroes: Heroes' Paradise [IMPORT] - PS3 (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) on sale by $15 from $49.99 to a new lower price of $34.99.

This makes the game cheaper than the North American version which is releasing shortly!!

DEUS EX HUMAN REVOLUTION AUGMENTED EDITION PRE-ORDERS OPEN

We have opened pre-orders on both Deus Ex Human Revolution Augmented Edition - PS3(Preorder) and Deus Ex Human Revolution Augmented Edition - 360 (Preorder). Quantities are very limited!

Augmented Edition Includes:

40-page Artbook
Exclusive Bonus DVD
Premium Packaging
Motion Graphic Novel

50+ PRE-PLAYED PS3 GAMES ADDED INTO INVENTORY

We have just added over 50+ Pre-played PS3 games to our catalog. All games are in mint condition. Many titles have multiple copies up so there is over 100 pre-played games available. Most used games have Free Shipping too! Take a look HERE .

Some of the titles include:

Dragon Age II (2) : BioWare Signature Edition - PS3 (NO ONLINE PASS OR BONUS CONTENT) (Preplayed) (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) (FREE SHIPPING)

Killzone 3 - PS3 (Preplayed) (In stock usually ships within 24hrs) (FREE SHIPPING)

LA Noire - PS3 (Preplayed) (FREE SHIPPING) (In stock usually ships within 24hrs)

Monday, August 08, 2011

PRE-ORDERS OPEN ON 4 NEW NINTENDO Wii SELECT GAMES

We have opened up pre-orders on the 4 new upcoming Nintendo Select titles!

Getting the Nintendo Select treatment are:

Mario Strikers Charged [Nintendo Selects] - Wii (Preorder)

Punch Out!! [Nintendo Selects] - Wii (Preorder)

Super Mario Galaxy [Nintendo Selects] - Wii (Preorder)

Super Paper Mario [Nintendo Selects] - Wii (Preorder)

Friday, August 05, 2011

RESISTANCE 3 DOOMSDAY PREORDER CONTEST! AND SPECIAL PREORDER PRICE!

Introducing the RESISTANCE 3 DOOMSDAY PREORDER CONTEST. All customers pre-ordering Resistance 3 from Videogamesplus.ca will automatically be entered in a draw for a chance to win one of the prize give-aways.

1st Place (1 Winner) : 3D Gaming Display Bundle

*which includes a 24" Playstation-Branded 3D Monitor, Motorstorm Apocalypse, ONE PAIR OF 3D GLASSES, and HDMI Cable.*

2nd Place (1 Winner) : Resistance 3 Doomsday Edition - PS3

3rd Place (1 Winner) : Their Preorder for Free!

And to sweeten the deal we have put the game on sale for $54.99 until the games release.

Don't delay preorder today! All preorders for the regular or doomsday edition will be entered into the draw.

Resistance 3 - PS3 [SPECIAL PREORDER PRICE] (Preorder)

Resistance 3 Doomsday Edition - PS3 (Preorder)

GEARS OF WAR 3 EPIC AND LIMITED EDITION NOW AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER

GEARS OF WAR 3 Epic edition and Limited edition is now up for Preorder while supplies last.

Hurry and Preorder before they are all gone.

Regular edition is also available.

Gears of War 3 Epic Edition
*Limited Edition Marcus Fenix Statue
*Art and Design of Gears of War by Tom Bissell
*Gears of war 3 Limited Edition

Gears of War 3 Epic Edition - 360 (Preorder)

Gears of War 3 Limited Edition - 360 (Preorder)

Gears of War 3 - 360 (Preorder)

Gears of War 3 Official Strategy Guide (BradyGames) (FREE SHIPPING) - 360 (Preorder)

Atelier Totori: The Adventurer of Arland Collectors Edition Now Up for Preorder

We have now opened up preorders for the Atelier Totori: The Adventurer of Arland Collectors Edition.

Collectors Edition Includes:
*Atelier Totori Game.
*Atelier Totori Art Book.
*Atelier Totori Soundtrack.
*Collectors box to hold it all.

Standard Edition is also available.

Atelier Totori: The Adventurer of Arland Collectors Edition - PS3 (Preorder)

Atelier Totori: The Adventurer of Arland [Standard Edition] - PS3 (Preorder)

KING OF FIGHTERS 13 NOW WITH SOUNDTRACKS

Atlus has announced that The King of Fighters XIII (13) will now include 4-CD Soundtrack Compilation with music spanning the 15+ year history of the famed series, certain to be one of the best collectible extras in franchise history.

All existing and new preorders will receive this version.

Preorder now to make sure you get this collectors item.

The King of Fighters XIII (13) [Includes 4-CD Soundtrack Compilation] - PS3 (Preorder)

The King of Fighters XIII (13) [Includes 4-CD Soundtrack Compilation] - 360 (Preorder)