The Best Deals Today: Persona 3 Reload, Donkey Kong Switch Games, AirPods 4, and More – IGN

Donkey Kong Bananza is officially out now, and this game has consumed my weekend just as much as Death Stranding 2. It’s been decades since Donkey Kong’s last 3D outing, and this might just be DK’s best game yet. There are hundreds of different bananas to find across each layer of the planet, and the new Bananza mechanics are a joy to experiment with. In my opinion, Bananza is worthy of picking up a Nintendo Switch 2 — it’s that good.

Persona 3 Reload for $20

Persona 3 Reload is available at Walmart for just $20. This was one of the most anticipated RPGs of 2024, and for the most part, it delivered. The mystery of the Dark Hour is compelling, and Persona 3’s cast of characters shine bright in a story that has quite a few twists and turns. The Episode Aigis DLC features epilogue content that was originally depicted in The Answer, so you can experience everything Persona 3 has to offer with Reload.

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition for $47.99

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition launched earlier this year, and it’s still one of the biggest RPGs you can jump into on any platform. The remaster introduced numerous quality-of-life updates that were much needed, in addition to a brand-new epilogue chapter. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review, stating, “Xenoblade Chronicles X was already one of the Wii U’s best games, and this Definitive Edition does more than enough to justify another trip to planet Mira.”

Donkey Kong Switch Games Are on Sale at Woot

With Donkey Kong Bananza out now, there has never been a better time to jump in and experience the Nintendo Switch library of Donkey Kong games. Woot has each of these games on sale this weekend, with the absolutely stellar Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze and Donkey Kong Country Returns HD included.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake for $34.99

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake was one of the most enjoyable RPGs of 2024, featuring a gorgeous remade HD-2D world and voice acting. If you haven’t had the chance to check this one out yet, Amazon has Nintendo Switch copies available for only $34.99. In my opinion, the Switch has to be the definitive way to experience this classic, and now is the perfect time to catch up before Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake this Fall.

Apple AirPods 4 for $89.99

Apple AirPods 4 are 30% off at Amazon right now, making this weekend a great time to pick up a pair if you’ve been meaning to. AirPods 4 brought a redesign closer to the AirPods Pro, with up to 30 hours of total listening time using the charging case. The H2 chip packs in better sound and call quality than the AirPods 3, so you can expect a great listening experience at all times.

Request A Nintendo Switch 2 Invitation on Amazon

Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle

Amazon has at last listed the Nintendo Switch 2, and you can request an invite to purchase the console now. Once you are selected, you will receive an email that will allow you to add the system to your cart and purchase it. There is no telling when these invites will run out, so I recommend requesting one, even if you might purchase the Switch 2 elsewhere.

Bose Ultra Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds for $199

Best Buy has the Bose Ultra Open Ear Wireless Earbuds for $199 this weekend. Despite their open design, these earbuds allow for private listening that still keeps important outside noises included. These earbuds feature up to seven hours of play time, with an extra 19.5 hours of power packed into the charging case. Plus, you can control and personalize your earbuds through the Bose app.

Save on Super Mario Party Jamboree Just in Time for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

With the rcent reveal of Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games, it’s no question that you are going to want to save anywhere you can. The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Party Jamboree is set to cost $79.99, but you can upgrade from a Nintendo Switch copy for $20. This weekend, save your cash and pick up a copy of Super Mario Party Jamboree from Woot for only $44.99. The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is set to launch next week, so now is the time to secure your copy while you can.

Elden Ring Nightreign Deluxe Edition for $46.19

Elden Ring Nightreign is a great time with friends, and you can save on the Deluxe Edition of the game this weekend at Amazon. This edition of the game includes additional DLC content, feautring additional playable characters and bosses, in addition to a digital artbook and mini soundtrack. Bandai Namco has continued to release new content for Nightreign, so this is a great time to jump in.

ROG Ally Z1 Extreme for $499.99

Best Buy has the ROG Ally Z1 Extreme available for $499.99 this weekend. This handheld PC packs in the powerful Z1 Extreme processor, a 1080p 120Hz display, and 512GB of storage. It’s a much more powerful device than the Steam Deck, so you can play your games on the go in higher quality.

Noah Hunter is a freelance writer and reviewer with a passion for games and technology. He co-founded Final Weapon, an outlet focused on nonsense-free Japanese gaming (in 2019) and has contributed to various publishers writing about the medium.