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Publisher "Microsoft":
Video Game Deals, Top Reviews and New Releases

3 most recent price drops as of Saturday, February 11, 2012 (03:40AM PST)

Halo 3: ODST (360)

Sale Price $17.86 SALE

(11% off) at Amazon Deal Factor 5.1 (details) Deal Factor for "Halo 3: ODST (360)"
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For "Halo 3: ODST" the Deal Factor details look like this:

Weighted Review Score 4.3
Weighted Savings Bonus + 0.3
Weighted Age Bonus + 0.5
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Deal Factor 5.1 Review Average 8.5 (based on 5 critics) Genre Sci-Fi First-Person Shooter Publisher Microsoft Release Date 2009-09-22 Description From Wikipedia: "Halo 3: ODST is a standalone expansion for the first-person shooter video game Halo 3. It will be released as an Xbox 360 video game console exclusive ..." expand → Halo 3: ODST (360)

Halo 3: ODST is a standalone expansion for the first-person shooter video game Halo 3. It will be released as an Xbox 360 video game console exclusive on September 22, 2009. Players assume the roles of elite human United Nations Space Command soldiers known as Orbital Drop Shock Troopers (ODSTs) during the events of Halo 2.

Age of Empires Online (PC)

Sale Price $5.94 SALE

(70% off) at Amazon Deal Factor 6.1 (details) Deal Factor for "Age of Empires Online (PC)"
The Deal Factor reflects the value of a deal: it's a score ranging from 0 to 10 that is based on the game's average review score, the percentage of the price drop ("savings"), and the game's age. Deals with the largest savings on the best-reviewed and most recent games have the highest Deal Factors. Since we're snobs, we give more weight to the review score than the savings or age (a bad game doesn't get better just because it's cheap or new, and our goal is to help you find the most attractive deals, not just the cheapest or newest games).

For "Age of Empires Online" the Deal Factor details look like this:

Weighted Review Score 3.3
Weighted Savings Bonus + 1.8
Weighted Age Bonus + 1.0
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Deal Factor 6.1 Review Average 6.5 (based on 4 critics) Genre Real-Time Strategy Publisher Microsoft Release Date 2011-08-16 Description "Age of Empires Online is the next chapter in the best-selling Age of Empires PC game franchise.The game features two of the greatest ancient civilizations–the ..." expand → Age of Empires Online (PC)

Age of Empires Online is the next chapter in the best-selling Age of Empires PC game franchise.The game features two of the greatest ancient civilizations–the Greeks and Egyptians–and offers more than 40 hours of gameplay for free!

And that’s just where the experience starts! As players grow their empires and look for new adventures, Age of Empires Online delivers the opportunity to buy new Premium Content Packs – everything from entirely new civilizations to Booster Packs with new game modes and more. It’s the biggest Age of Empires game ever.

What’s more, Age of Empires Online adds new social interaction, customization, and MMORPG gameplay in an evolving and persistent world. Play co-operatively or competitively, craft and trade items, and level up by completing quests – all for free! Plus, Age of Empires Online still offers all the classic RTS gameplay, empowering players to build mighty empires, manage resources, earn rewards, and battle their way into rich new worlds full of lively villagers, epic warriors, and historically-themed architecture.

In Age of Empires Online, YOU RULE.

Kinect Joy Ride (360)

Sale Price $21.89 SALE

(45% off) at eBay Deal Factor 4.8 (details) Deal Factor for "Kinect Joy Ride (360)"
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For "Kinect Joy Ride" the Deal Factor details look like this:

Weighted Review Score 3.2
Weighted Savings Bonus + 1.1
Weighted Age Bonus + 0.5
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Deal Factor 4.8 Review Average 6.3 (based on 2 critics) Genre Casual Racing Publisher Microsoft Release Date 2010-11-04 Description "DRIVE FASTER, JUMP HIGHER, STUNT BIGGER Kinect™ Joy Ride brings the thrill of stunts into the world of racing, all without using a controller. Speed, ..." expand → Kinect Joy Ride (360)

DRIVE FASTER, JUMP HIGHER, STUNT BIGGER

Kinect™ Joy Ride brings the thrill of stunts into the world of racing, all without using a controller. Speed, drifting and stunts are combined to have the most fun you've ever had behind the wheel. Control your car by steering with your hands. Throw your hips into it to drift through the turns. And pull tricks by moving your body while flying through the air. There's five different game modes: Race, Stunt, Dash, Trick, and Smash mode. Play with a friend or race against up to eight people over Xbox Live. With Kinect, you can even custom paint your car by simply holding up any color in front of Kinect. JoyRide is racing action, Kinect style.

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Wednesday, January 25, 2012

GameSpot 7.5 Haunt (360)

A lighthearted story and smart Kinect integration make Haunt a captivating all-ages adventure.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

GameSpot 7.0 Gears of War 3: Raam's Shadow (360)

RAAM's Shadow delivers good Gears action and a novel way to wreak havoc, but it's hampered by uneven pacing and a lackluster narrative.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

IGN 7.5 Gears of War 3: Raam's Shadow (360)

A good addition to a great series.

Thursday, November 03, 2011

Splitkick 8.0 Forza Motorsport 4 (360)

I really enjoyed my time with Forza. It is a very approachable title and does a good job of introducing new players to sim racing. In the coming holiday glut of Batman and Uncharted, I’m not sure if it’ll stay at the head of the pack but with a few aggressive turns I could see it pushing its way to the front every once in awhile.

Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Splitkick 8.0 Dance Central 2 (360)

Dance Central™2 is the sequel to the best-selling Kinect-exclusive dance game on Xbox 360 and brings players back to the dance floor with even more high caliber, full-body dance routines featuring over 40 chart-topping hits from artists like Usher, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj, Bruno Mars, Daft Punk, Justin Bieber, and more!

Monday, October 24, 2011

GiantBomb 8.0 Dance Central 2 (360)

Harmonix makes its original standard-setting dancing game all but obsolete with a little more structure, a few new features, and a fresh playlist of danceable new songs.

Friday, October 21, 2011

GameSpot 8.5 Dance Central 2 (360)

Dance Central 2 will get you grooving with its impressive routines that strike a fine balance of accessibility, challenge, and fun.

Monday, October 17, 2011

GamePro 9.0 Dance Central 2 (360)

Dance Central 2 won't make you a real dancer (and it'll probably embarrass you if you try to play it in front of your friends) but it's still the best dance game available today.

Friday, October 14, 2011