The weekend shopping calendar just got interesting. A fresh round of discounts has emerged across gaming hardware, beloved franchises, and collectible media, with some of the steepest markdowns arriving at unexpected moments.
Amazon's Lightning Deal on the RayNeo Air 4 Pro AR Glasses stands out for anyone curious about immersive tech. These XR/AR glasses support a virtual display up to 201 inches and connect via USB-C to compatible devices. The no-battery design keeps them light enough to carry anywhere, making them practical for gaming and movie sessions without the weight penalty typical of mixed reality hardware.
Nintendo Switch 2 owners have a rare opportunity at GameStop, where the Switch 2 Camera has dropped to $9.99, representing an 82% discount. The accessory clips into the console's top USB-C port and enables video chatting through GameChat. At this price, inventory is unlikely to hold for long, and the deal probably won't circle back anytime soon.
For LEGO enthusiasts, two distinct sets merit attention. The Technic McLaren P1 is available at Woot for $379.99, down $60 from retail. This 3,893-piece model features a functional V8 piston engine, opening doors, and a 7-speed gearbox at 1:8 scale. Elsewhere, Amazon is selling the LEGO Ideas Vincent Van Gogh Starry Night set for $136. The 2,316-piece recreation includes a Van Gogh minifigure and transforms a famous painting into buildable form.
Gaming bargains extend across multiple genres this weekend. Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, the newly remade entry point to the Trails series, sits at $44.99. With the 2nd Chapter arriving later this year, now is the window to catch up on what many consider essential JRPG storytelling. Ys X: Nordics Deluxe Edition costs $39.99 at GameStop, offering another Falcom release for action RPG fans. The Ys franchise has accumulated 17 entries across nearly 40 years, and Nordics represents the current standard-bearer for the series.
Combat-focused action games also have representation. Nioh 3 dropped to $47.49 on PS5 at Amazon, shaving $20 off the standard price. The title's shift to open-world design, paired with dual combat styles inspired by Samurai and Ninja traditions, earned a 9/10 review score for its refined approach to the souls-like formula.
Audio equipment reaches new lows with Apple's AirPods Pro 3 priced at $199.99 on Amazon. The third generation introduced a built-in heart rate sensor, redesigned ear tips for improved noise isolation, and enhanced audio fidelity compared to the previous generation.
Media collectors have two standout opportunities. Barnes & Noble is running its 50% Criterion Collection Blu-ray sale, one of the year's most anticipated clearance events. The 4K transfers in this collection typically receive direct oversight from original directors, with robust bonus content included across titles. Separately, Amazon is offering Chainsaw Man Season 1 Limited Edition on Blu-ray for $49.84, down $35 from launch pricing. The set includes all twelve episodes in both Japanese and English, plus a lenticular slipcase, 72-page production booklet, and on-disc galleries.
Author Emily Chen: "The Nintendo Switch 2 camera at this price is a legitimate steal, and anyone sitting on the fence about AR glasses should take the RayNeo seriously before this deal expires."
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