Memorial Day weekend is well underway, which means your anticipation for grilled hot-dogs and cold drinks is at an all-time high. If you have the day off on Monday, this is a better day than ever to finally play that game that you've been meaning to pick up for months. Fortunately, most online retailers are well aware of your cravings for holiday gaming, and there are no shortage of great deals available for all types of players this weekend. Here are some of our picks:
Amazon - You'd be hard pressed to find a day Amazon isn't offering huge discounts on games, and this weekend is no different. Head over today if you want to nab Injustice: Gods Among Us for $49.99, Gears of War: Judgment for $39.99, BioShock Infinite for $39.99, and Tomb Raider for $34.26.
Newegg - Gadget fanatics will find plenty to love after taking a quick look at Newegg's Memorial Day Sale. Some standout deals include an LG 32" HDTV for $259.99, an Acer Aspire Windows 8 Notebook for $449.99, and a Tritton Xbox 360 headset for $219.99
Xbox Live - Xbox's Deal of the Week includes Puzzle Quest 2 for 400 MS Points, Bangai-O HD: Missle Fury for 400 MS Points, and discounts on various pieces of Alan Wake content through the 27th. There is also a special Disney sale on Xbox Live including everything from Toy Story 3 to Epic Mickey 2.
Playstation Network - Sony is dropping prices on tons of HD movies ranging from 21 Jump Street to The Hunger Games, so don't miss out if you plan on spending Memorial Day glued to your couch with nothing but leftovers and your favorite film.
Steam - PC and Mac gamers know that Steam is sale central, making it the perfect place to look for deals on your extra-long weekend. Some standout specials include Unreal Tournament 3 Black for $10, Defiance for $41.99 (or free to try until Sunday afternoon), Sleeping Dogs for $12.49, and the Mac port of Call of Duty: Black Ops for $24.99.
While catching up with relatives is always nice, we know you can only take so many stock compliments from your twice-removed cousins. You might not remember much after this Memorial Day weekend, but these games, movies, and gadgets can be yours forever. What will you be playing on your day off?
