Universal Price Drops: July 2004

[CheapyD]

I thought it might be helpful to keep a monthly list of games whose prices have dropped at all (or most) stores.
You can post in this thread, and myself and the Cheap Ass Moderators can update this original post.

June 2004

Katana: The Soul Controller (PS2) $99.99
Champions of Norrath: Realms of Everquest (PS2) $29.99
SSX 3 (PS2, Xbox, GC) $19.99
Midnight Club II (PS2, Xbox) $19.99
Castlevania: Lament of Innocence (PS2) $19.99
Breakdown (Xbox) $19.99
Tenchu: Return From Darkness (Xbox) $29.99
Pitfall: The Lost Expedition (PS2, Xbox, GC) $19.99
Soul Calibur II (PS2, Xbox, GC) $19.99
MOH: Infiltrator (GBA) $19.99
Sonic Adventure DX (GC) $19.99
Max Payne 2 (PS2, Xbox) $19.99
Rallisport Challenge 2 (Xbox) $29.99

July 2004

Deus Ex: Invisible War (Xbox) $19.99
LOTR: ROTK ( GCN. PS2, XBOX ) $29.99
Medal of Honor:RS ( All 3 ) $29.99
NHL 2004 ( All 3 )$ 29.99
Nascar Thunder 2004 ( PS2, XBOX ) $29.99
Deus Ex: Invisible War ( XBOX ) $19.99
Silent Scope Complete $29.99
Prince of Persia $19.99
Tony Hawk Underground THUG (All 3?) $19.99

Added a few- jmon22
Hey we have a new month, so why not a new price drop list??-jmon22
Thug added, needs confirming for the ps2/gamecube price -AzN_BaLLeR

[webcamjenna]

Thanks CheapyD, been wanting to pick up Champions of Norrath for awhile now.

[Akkis99]

Is Champions a MMORPG? is it online enabled? What exactly kind of game is it?

[GizmoGC]

Norrath? Pitfall? SSX? When?

[jaybird]

Does the Soul Calibur 2 drop to $19.99 count for June?

All platforms have received the "greatest hits" treatment.

[webcamjenna]

Is Champions a MMORPG? is it online enabled? What exactly kind of game is it?
From what I heard, its not exactly like a MMORPG. Something more like Diablo if you played that. And yes this game is online enabled. No fee too! :D

[Cracka]

its not a MMORPG, you and 3 others can play together online

[tcrash247]

Great price on SSX3 and Castlevania. Champions is a hack n slash 4 player game. It is online, and it is free. Very good game and a steal at $20. I wish they would move Mario Kart Double Dash down in price, I don't want to pay $50 for it.

[jalu6]

thats great news about champions of norrath. ive been waiting ot pick that up.

where is it 19.99 though and when does it start? best buy and CC still list it as 49.99, and gamestop eb have it for 29.99.

[Trevor]

So buy them now at CC for 49.99, then return them when the price drops to get 110% of the difference.

Or, even better, wait for the price drop and use the GGC at BB or CC for 14.99 or 14.50.

[CheapyD]

Sorry, that was a type-o on Champions...should read $29.99

[magilacudy]

Nice... I've been wanting to pick up SSX for a while now.

[chickenhawk]

Is Pitfall worth $20? I was interested, but I was hoping to pick it up for $10 or less.

CoN is great news. The lowest I've seen it is $30, but I'll pick it up at $20!

[webcamjenna]

Sorry, that was a type-o on Champions...should read $29.99
:o
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[drone8888]

Mario Kart, is worth $50!!!

It is one of best games on the Cube.

I know its worth it.

[chickenhawk]

Sorry, that was a type-o on Champions...should read $29.99

I was afraid of this. OH well, saves me some $$ for the time being.

[SevereTireDamage]

Great idea, CheapyD. Keep it up.

[Cracka]

Sorry, that was a type-o on Champions...should read $29.99

brb i'm gonna go beat the crap out of a small helpless animal

[Mishimaryu]

I'm still waiting for the new Tenchu game coming out on PS2 29.99 is not cheap enough for Tenchu ROD :lol:

[webcamjenna]

Sorry, that was a type-o on Champions...should read $29.99

brb i'm gonna go beat the crap out of a small helpless animal
LOL, I know your pain.

[Vyse]

Glad to hear about Pitfall. I think $19.99 or $15.99 with BB gift card coupon sounds right to me. Thanks for the heads up!

[HOTSHIET]

Champions of norrath for $20 at frys, this is in orange county area. Not to sure if its everywhere.

[X_Sparky_X]

Ditto on Mario Kart DD. Non-stop FUN. I have about 30 games between my daughters Gamecube and my Xbox and I probably play Mario Kart at least 70% of my game time. Just my 2 cents.

[ValkyrieVF-1S]

Champions of norrath for $20 at frys, this is in orange county area. Not to sure if its everywhere.

Hmm.... hopefully it is 20 bucks at the one in City of Industry. Don't feel like driving 45 min to the OC ones...

[DOMINATOR912]

I don't know exactly when this was dropped, but you may want to add Star Wars: Roge Squadron 3: Rebel Strike (GC) $19.99.

[scsg75]

So buy them now at CC for 49.99, then return them when the price drops to get 110% of the difference.

Or, even better, wait for the price drop and use the GGC at BB or CC for 14.99 or 14.50.

If you do that, better hope it drops within 30 days of your purchase, otherwise you're screwed. They will only price match within 30 days of purchase.

[Kaijufan]

At those prices I may have to pick up Castlevania and SC.

[webcamjenna]

Champions of norrath for $20 at frys, this is in orange county area. Not to sure if its everywhere.

Hmm.... hopefully it is 20 bucks at the one in City of Industry. Don't feel like driving 45 min to the OC ones...
Yeah its in SoCal too. I saw it in the paper. I'll probably buy it today but I just bought Riddick and FSW a few days ago.

[pimp tyranny]

CoN's tight. i'm getting SSX 3, LoI, and SC II, and ordering Breakdown right now.

[Dok Diamond]

might as well go pick up Star wars and castlevania

[Stunna-88]

I'm all over Norrath, Midnight Club, and SSX, once I get cash :(

[andrew333]

norrath was also $19.99 at fry's socal, went to cc and price matched it to $19, then i realized i had too many games and returned it

[vanlandw]

some good deals in there...debating getting SC2 for x-box even though i have the GC version

[Javery]

Which SSX version is better - PS2 or GCN? Anyone know?

[MICHAE2414]

Which SSX version is better - PS2 or GCN? Anyone know?
Well, to compare all three versions to make it easier, PS2 has online play and better controls, Xbox has slightly better graphics and no framerate issues, and GC is kind of in-between the two other versions. If you can choose between the PS2 and GCN version, I'd choose the PS2 for the online play and for the easier controls (SSX originated on the PS2, so obviously controls work best on PS2). Hope I could help.

[DigitalSpace]

Mario Kart, is worth $50!!!

It is one of best games on the Cube.

I know its worth it.

Yeah, but we're all cheapasses here! :P
For example, I won't pay $50 for any game, no matter how good it is, and I know I'm not the only one.

Midnight Club II rocketh the house. SSX3 and Pitfall look good to me too. :D

[sadunclesnugglez]

some good deals in there...debating getting SC2 for x-box even though i have the GC version

I just picked up the cube version even though I already had the xbox version. I picked it up at Gamestop when they had it for $15 new. It was one of those resealed "new" copies, but the disc was perfect and everything seemed ok. Damn I hate those resealed "new" copies.

[Mr. Anderson]

Hell yeah, SSX, Soul Cali, Castlevania, here I come!

[Tricky]

I just paid $30 for the Xbox version of SSX a few weeks ago.

[Mishimaryu]

when is mario DD going to be a PC?

[video_gamer324]

when is mario DD going to be a PC?

My guess is no earlier than September, as some of the more recent PC titles (i.e. Soul Calibur II, F-Zero GX, etc.) each had to wait about 9-10 months.

[Drico]

Look at Wind Waker. Still not a PC. Mario Kart: DD is one of, if not, the best selling GC game to date. It'll probably be at least December, and even then I'm guessing it'll be a $30 one.

[Josef]

You can probably add Sonic Adventure DX (GC) to the list. I have seen it at multiple stores now for $19.99. It has become a Player's Choice title. I'm going to try to get it so I can at least have all the Sonic Game Gear games.

[NatakuARN]

Not sure if anyone knows this or not but Soul Calibur (XBOX) is $14.99 NEW over at gamestop.com.

[rgam2000]

Which SSX version is better - PS2 or GCN? Anyone know?

You should get the PS2 or Xbox version, the gamecube is missing one of the grab moves, due to less buttons than the other consoles, this is an exerp from the head to head from ign:

Dave Elton, one of SSX 3's producers at EA notes, "Unfortunately, because the GameCube controller features fewer buttons than the other two platforms we ended up losing tricks on the GameCube version. It was something that we struggled with on both Tricky and SSX 3, but in the end we could not come up with a solution that allowed the player the ability to perform the same amount of grabs while maintaining the intuitiveness of the controls that has made the game attractive to many people."

[Specter]

Max Payne 2 is $19.99 now!

[argyle]

I've seen Wrath Unleashed going for $19.99 at both Best Buy and EB, so I'm assuming that's a universal drop. I only priced the Xbox version, since that's the one I was interested in, but I imagine the PS2 version dropped as well.

Not a bad game for $20 either. :)

[DigitalSpace]

It's about time Sonic Adventure DX dropped to $20. :D

[LinkinPrime]

when is mario DD going to be a PC?

My guess is no earlier than September, as some of the more recent PC titles (i.e. Soul Calibur II, F-Zero GX, etc.) each had to wait about 9-10 months.

As long as it still sells for 49.99, it will take a while. Look at Halo, its been out for a long time and its still not a PH

[monkeymonkeymonkey]

XIII is down to $19.99.

[sj41]

I think Ralli Sport Challenge 2 is $29.99. At least that's the price at Game Rush and EB games.

[jmon22]

Yeah I just added Max Payne 2 and Rallisport Challenge 2. If you need any more added just post them or PM me if I don't seem to update fast enough for your liking. :)

[tcrash247]

I just picked up Castlevania the other day for $19.99. That is a really good game, definitely worth more than 20 bucks.

[xion]

Rallisport Challenge For 30!!! I'll pick it up when I get the money.

[Hair6a11]

No, mario kart certainly is not worth 50 dollars

Ive been wondering for a long while when that was going to go down in price myself. But I certainly won't purchase it until then

[sisco1986]

You can buy Champions of Norrath for 26.99 used with the 25% AFF25 code at ebgames it comes too 20.24 (not including tax and shipping).
if that helps any

[SpoDaddy]

Skies of Arcadia Legends is only 20 bucks new at GameStop

[Jarrett]

Mario Kart, is worth $50!!!

It is one of best games on the Cube.

I know its worth it.
Really? I rarely think any game is worth $50. I think the only game coming out that I will pay full price will be Pikman 2 and RE 4.

[xion]

Ninja Gaiden is worth $50 bucks. Hell if it came out at 60, 70 I would have paid it.
Excellent game.

[roguejedi5]

Wow Xion, you would pay that much for Ninja Gaiden? What if it was Ninja Gaiden for the Gameboy? j/k I know your talking about the Xbox version and I love it too! Its challenging and really gives me a workout, sometimes I feel like throwing the controller (but I don't) But I'll bet you would pay that much for a signed by Tomonobu Itagaki.

[xion]

:arrow: I would have paid that for a signed copy.

[jmon22]

Hey I added July so lets get some price drops.

[darth007]

I dont know if this has been mentioned in any topic, but the hdd is $89.99 at Best Buy in Orange Park, FL.

[JC10001]

So when does Medal of Honor: Rising Sun drop this month? Best Buy still sells it for $50. Who is selling it for $30?

[darth007]

Silent Scope Complete lowered 10 to $29.99.

[Raiden_MGS3]

So when does Medal of Honor: Rising Sun drop this month? Best Buy still sells it for $50. Who is selling it for $30?

Target, all versions are 29.99

[lordopus99]

I am pretty sure Prince of Persia is close to a gh/ph. We drop it to 19.99 today and TRU is doing it on the 15th.

[Admiral Ackbar]

I am pretty sure Prince of Persia is close to a gh/ph. We drop it to 19.99 today and TRU is doing it on the 15th.

Who's "we?' CC? BB? Target?

[lordopus99]

oh i see how it can be confusing
EB - thats where I work I will remember that not every one knows that

[mobster011]

heres some gc games that were just named players choice:

Medal of Honor: Rising Sun - \$29.99
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2 - \$19.99
Lord of the Rings: Return of the King -\$29.99
Harry Potter: Qudditch World Cup - \$19.99
FIFA 2004 - \$29.99

strange how some are $29.99 when most 3rd party players choice games drop to $19.99.

[SpiderManHero]

Well, I saw this at a Wal-Mart(dunno how reliable they are here @ CAG), but I saw The Suffering(Xbox) for 29.99 @ my store. I also have seen the price of KOTOR(Xbox) jump from 50 to 24.44, back to 50, then back to 24.44(Seems they can't make their mind up I saw the price sticker ripped off several times before it was put back to 24.44)

[nogard]

Onimusha 3 has drop to $39.99 in couple online stores I have checked. Maybe a universal price drop.

[lordopus99]

True Crime and THUG have drop. At Target, both are 19.99.

[yeldarb367]

heres some gc games that were just named players choice:

Medal of Honor: Rising Sun - \$29.99
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2 - \$19.99
Lord of the Rings: Return of the King -\$29.99
Harry Potter: Qudditch World Cup - \$19.99
FIFA 2004 - \$29.99

strange how some are $29.99 when most 3rd party players choice games drop to $19.99.

EA Sports games usually don't become PH/GH/PC, do they?

[Wario64]

Onimusha 3 is now dropped at $39.99, and Onimusha Blade Warriors is $29.99.

[Morpheus]

Looks like NightShade for PS2 is going to be a universal $19.99 pricedrop. EBgames.com has it for $19.99 and TRU is going to have it at $19.99 on the 15th. Everywhere else is soon to follow. Here's the ebgames link if anyone's interested:

http://www.ebgames.com/ebx/product/240468.asp

-Morpheus

[hiccupleftovers]

Yay Champions of NOrrath at Fry's is 19.99 been waiting for that one. can't wait to use my new knowledge of the GGC at BB to get Breakdown, SSX3, PoP and deus Ex.

[Defensor]

Silent Scope Complete lowered 10 to $29.99.
Anyone know of a bundle deal of this game along with the Pelican light gun?

[DigitalSpace]

heres some gc games that were just named players choice:

Medal of Honor: Rising Sun - \$29.99
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2 - \$19.99
Lord of the Rings: Return of the King -\$29.99
Harry Potter: Qudditch World Cup - \$19.99
FIFA 2004 - \$29.99

strange how some are $29.99 when most 3rd party players choice games drop to $19.99.

Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit 2 has been PC for a long time.

[talez]

True Crime and THUG have drop. At Target, both are 19.99.

*sigh* $20 for them still seems kinda high.

[ChrisXE]

i saw the price drop list at Toys R us, (I work their) and tony hawk is now 29.99$ on ps2 while GC and PS2 is 19.99$, Prince of persia is 19.99$, a few pc games, adn many ps2 games droped

[DigitalSpace]

True Crime and THUG have drop. At Target, both are 19.99.

*sigh* $20 for them still seems kinda high.


These balls aren't getting any cheaper!

Couldn't resist. :lol:

[DigitalSpace]

i saw the price drop list at Toys R us, (I work their) and tony hawk is now 29.99$ on ps2 while GC and PS2 is 19.99$

I know you meant to type "Xbox" instead of PS2 somewhere. The question is, where?

[ChessPieceFace]

Well, when I went to TRU, the PS2 THUG rang up $29.99. So I assume that's the most expensive one. Why? Because it's the one I want.

[talez]

True Crime and THUG have drop. At Target, both are 19.99.

wait, target.com still showing $49.99
http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/sr=2-2/qid=1090038994/ref=sr_2_2/601-7306682-3066538?%5Fencoding=UTF8&asin=B00008DHNN

BTW, does ebgames store honor ebgames.com price? Last time I saw alter-echo for $5 and went into the store trying to get it, but the sales person told me they are a different department.

[Garfield]

Yeah, EB stores do not match prices with www.EBGames.com Last time I pointed out to the clerk that their website has the game for $5 cheaper, and he just gave me BS answers like "well with shipping it will come out the same," and he wouldn't match it.

And I think prices at Target and www.target.com are different too. I remember reading that Silent Hill 3 PS2 was on clearance for $7.48, but www.target.com still has it for $29.99

Just picked up True Crime (Xbox), Silent Hill 3 (PS2), and the Pokemon Colosuem Guide Limited Editon for $20 each at TRU. Total came up to be $60 so I could use the $10 off $50 purchase coupon...by the way, that coupon expires tomorrow, so print tons of them and give them out at the store for free!

[Valkryst]

Norrath!

[football0701]

CHAMPIONS OF NORRATH IS NOW ONLY $19.99 beggining July 17!!!!!

[magilacudy]

Picked up THUG on XB and GBA for $15 apiece. Thanks Cheapy!

[Monsta Mack]

Not sure if this exactly universal, and it has been posted before for EB, but it seems like almost all the stores that carry TMNT for GBA are selling it for $9.99. Again, I'm not sure about this so I'll delete my post if needed, but thought I would give the heads up if not.

[Mr.FoodMonster]

CHAMPIONS OF NORRATH IS NOW ONLY $19.99 beggining July 17!!!!!
I got that at Best Buy today, was going to post about it, looks like I dont need to.

[videokidandrew]

Deus Ex. 19.99 I am so there

[totsmann]

Very useful info. Thanks!

[Kain Vincent]

I got a price drop to report on Onimusha 3. On www.gamestop.com and www.ebgames.com, the game is now $39.99 NEW

[andrew333]

you can probably add psi-ops to the list, i saw it at:

circuit city 29.99
eb 29.99
fry's 19.99 on sale

[ave1]

Got Halo today at BB for $14.99 with GGC. . . It's about time! :P

Steve A.

[Mishimaryu]

morrowind GOTY edition has droped to 19.99 for xbox at gamestop and ebgames I believe now if only I can get it for 15 at BB with a GGC. :lol:

[Gameboy415]

I saw Sonic Adventure DX @ Target for 15.99.

[GF_Eric]

Transformers was $29.99 at the Ontario, Oregon Wal-Mart today.

[NeoStrider]

FFX2 is $29.99 at alot of places now