August 19th brings a flurry of notable discounts across gaming, audio, and hardware. Players can now acquire Rise of the Ronin for PlayStation 5 at its lowest price to date, while those seeking premium audio experiences can find the Beats Studio Pro headphones significantly reduced.
Gaming Deals
The action game Rise of the Ronin is available for $19.99 at Best Buy, marking a new low for the title. Set in mid-19th century Japan, the game combines historical settings with Team Ninja's signature combat and RPG elements. Though it experienced a brief stock outage, the deal allows customers to secure the price by ordering now.
Preorders for Marvel's Wolverine-themed PlayStation 5 accessories are also live. The collection includes a Limited Edition DualSense controller featuring a vibrant yellow design with claw marks, as well as console covers and an Adamantium-themed controller. Availability is limited, with these items selling out quickly.
In other gaming hardware, a 27-inch LG Ultragear OLED gaming monitor with a 480Hz refresh rate is $500 off on Amazon. This monitor offers QHD resolution, FreeSync Premium Pro and G-SYNC compatibility, and a 0.03ms response time, making it a high-performance option for competitive gaming. The display also features HDR support.
The Acer Predator Orion 6000 Gaming PC is available for $2,099.99 at Walmart, representing a $700 saving. This 4K-ready system is equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, an Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF CPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB SSD, complete with a 360mm liquid cooling system. The purchase includes early access to Star Wars: Galactic Racer and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
Additionally, the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is on sale for PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X|S, with the Switch and PS5 versions hitting a new low price. Praised for its faithful remake of a classic RPG, the game utilizes Square Enix's HD-2D art style.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for Switch is available for $35 at Best Buy and Amazon. The Day One Edition includes a Magic: The Gathering Zack Fair promo card. Amazon shipping is currently delayed, making Best Buy the recommended vendor for timely delivery.
Audio and Tech Discounts
The Beats Studio Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones in navy are on sale for $149.99 at Best Buy, a $200 reduction. These headphones boast strong active noise cancellation, a 40-hour battery life, and seamless integration with Apple devices.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 are also discounted to $189.99 at Best Buy and Amazon. The latest iteration offers enhanced noise cancellation, improved sound quality, extended battery life, and increased water resistance, along with a built-in heart-rate sensor.
The Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse is available for $22 less than its usual price. This peripheral is noted for its lightweight design, low latency, and exceptional battery life, providing reliable performance for both everyday tasks and gaming.
A 55-inch TCL S-Series 4K Roku TV is priced at $199.99 at Best Buy. This model features a 4K picture, HDR10 support, a 60Hz refresh rate, and an integrated Roku smart interface.
Other Notable Deals
For collectors, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Pitch Black Booster Bundle is available for $69.95 shipped and sold by Amazon, a price point below its current market value according to TCGPlayer. The bundle includes booster packs, a foil promo card, card sleeves, and dice.
The LEGO Technic Chevrolet Corvette Stingray set is available for $41.99, a 30% discount. This 732-piece set features functional elements like steering, an engine, and opening doors and hood.
For travelers, a 3-piece Samsonite luggage set is available for $129.99 on Woot. The set includes a carry-on size suitcase along with 24-inch and 28-inch checked bags, all constructed from durable polycarbonate with TSA-approved locks and spinner wheels.