Are any of you reading this while already waiting in line to purchase a 3DS? If so, this post may affect if you stay in that line, or perhaps switch to another store, to save a few bucks!
Here's the breakdown of some stores, and the various deals they are offering this Sunday with the 3DS:
Amazon.com is currently offering the 3DS systems for pre-order, with a $25 3DS video game credit. HERE and HERE.
K-Mart is running a special where "you can save $25 instantly on any 3DS launch game(reg. $29.99-39.99)"
Sam's Club is offering a 3DS bundle, which includes Pilotwings Resort and an "Explorer Starter Kit" which includes a protective case, car adapter, and 2 screen protectors, amongst a few other items, all for $299.88.
Toys "R" US is having a "Buy One, Get One 50% Off" on all 3DS launch games, starting this Sunday.
Also, if you're in the New York City area on Saturday, you'll want to stop by the Best Buy store in Union Square, for an 3DS launch event starting at noon on Saturday.
The official press release says, "New Yorkers are invited to leave their 3D glasses at home - permanently - and join Nintendo of America for a memorable midnight launch event for the new Nintendo 3DS hand-held system. On March 26 at Best Buy's Union Square location, consumers and video game fans of all kinds will be treated to live entertainment, branded giveaway items(while supplies last) and hands-on demonstrations of the new system, which lets users enjoy 3D visuals without the need for special glasses. Food trucks will also be on-site to offer refreshments throughout the event. Starting at midnight, attendees will have a chance to among the first U.S. consumers to purchase Nintendo 3DS. The first 300 attendees to purchase the system will receive a special carrying case.
Starting at noon(Saturday), consumers can enjoy sampling opportunities, music and other fun activities in Union Square Park(across the street from Best Buy). Playable Nintendo 3DS games include nintendogs + cats, Pilotwings Resort, and Steel Diver from Nintendo, Super Street Figther IV 3D Edition from Capcom, Madden NFL Football from EA Sports, LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars from LucasArts, and Asphalt 3D from Ubisoft."
If you're unsure about the 3DS still, both Keith and Scott have given the 3DS demo units at Best Buy a try.
You can read Keith's impressions HERE.
You can read Scott's impressions HERE.
If any of you have come across some great 3DS launch weekend deals, please leave a comment, and we'll update the post accordingly!
