While you’re social distancing, staying home, and hunkering down indoors, take advantage of your free time by jumping back into, or starting, your video game journey. Brand new games and upgraded consoles have recently come to market, so we’ve put together a list of video games and consoles that are sure to bring excitement to your stay-at-home routine.
Sony Playstation 4 Bundle ()
Now is a good time to hop back into console gaming, especially with the Playstation 4 bundle being dropped down to . The bundle includes a new PS4 with 1TB of space, a wired headset and three popular games: The Last of Us: Remastered, God of War, and Horizon Zero Dawn: Complete Edition. The bundle is perfect for new players, and users can play online with the rest of the world for free.
DualShock 4 Playstation 4 Wireless Controller ()
Bring your family members or housemates in on the fun as you’re all staying at home. The DualShock 4 is the standard PS4 wireless controller and features a clickable touchpad at the top of the controller to enhance the gaming experience for all levels. The controller comes with a “share” button and a headset jack so you can easily connect and communicate with family and friends while gaming online.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare for Playstation 4 ()
Activision and Infinity Ward do not disappoint with the most recent Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. The campaign alone is incredible with an entirely new narrative accompanied by stunning graphics. The experience is supplemented with online multiplayer playgrounds consisting of classic multiplayer battlegrounds or the option to team up on challenging missions.
Xbox One S Gears 5 Bundle ()
Adorama is now offering an Xbox One S bundle for just . The bundle comes with the Xbox One S, a wireless controller, a one-month Xbox Live Gold membership, a one-month Xbox game pass subscription, and every game in the Gears of War series including Gears 5. The Xbox One S is 40 percent smaller than the Xbox One, and players can link up with friends online with the complimentary Xbox Live membership or try out more than 100 popular games with the game pass subscription.
Sega Genesis Mini Console ()
If you’re feeling nostalgic, pass the time with the Sega Genesis Mini Console. The 16-bit console has been redesigned into a sleek, miniaturized version, and includes two of the same classic 3-button control pads. The console is already set up with 40 of the most legendary Sega Genesis games like Sonic the Hedgehog, Street Fighter II, Megaman, and more. Users just need to plug it in and they’re ready to game like it’s the 90s.
HTC VIVE Cosmos Elite PC Based VR Headset System ()
Step out of this world and into an expansive virtual one with the HTC Vive Cosmos Elite. The VR headset system is a fully immersive and wireless gaming experience. The Vive Cosmos Elite features lighthouse tracking with base station 1.0 that precisely tracks and replicates movement. The headset is crafted with on-ear stereo headphones with deep, rich sound to enhance the experience. As a bonus, the Vive Cosmos Elite includes a free version of the visually stunning Half Life: Alyx.
Gigabyte AORUS 15 Gaming Notebook Computer ()
If computer gaming is more your style, check out the Gigabyte AORUS 15 Gaming Notebook Computer. The Gigabyte AORUS 15 is designed with two M.2 slots and one 2.5 HDD (providing up to 6TB of storage), an all-new 9th Gen Intel Core i7-9750H processor, and Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) that provides sharp, clear images. All of this is loaded into a unit that is just under 1-inch thin, and comes with WINDFORCE technology cooling system.
Arcade1Up Mortal Kombat Arcade Cabinet ()
Bring the arcade to your place with the Arcade1Up Mortal Kombat Arcade Cabinet. This gaming masterpiece comes in the traditional upright cabinet design with original artwork and the real arcade joystick and buttons – the only difference is this version comes with a modern 17-inch LCD color screen. The arcade cabinet is preloaded with the forever beloved Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat 2, and Mortal Kombat 3.
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