Guy Ritchie’s organized crime series starring Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren has finally been given title — “MobLand” — and a March 30 premiere date on Paramount+. In the series, Brosnan plays Conrad, the head of an organized crime family who is fighting for power within a global crime syndicate. As Variety previously […]
‘Eel’ Review: Sensually Saturated Mood Piece Slithers Its Way Under Your Skin
Let’s get this out the way: Nobody titles their film “Eel” if they don’t want critics to reach for the adjective “slippery,” and Chu Chun-Teng’s woozily gorgeous first feature invites it from the off. Its story, slender but charged, is in a constant state of retreat, repeatedly darting into psychological and existential alleys just out […]
Blade Runner: Tokyo Nexus Reveals a New Vision of Cyberpunk Japan – IGN Fan Fest 2025
The Blade Runner franchise has truly found a second life on the printed page, with Titan Comics greatly expanding the scope of this cyberpunk universe through various spinoffs and prequels. Currently, Titan is in the midst of publishing Blade Runner: Tokyo Nexus, a series which has the distinction of being the first Blade Runner story set in Japan.
As part of IGN Fan Fest 2025, we had the opportunity to chat with writers Kianna Shore and Mellow Brown to dig deeper into the new series and find out how they brought the Blade Runner aesthetic to a new corner of the globe. Check out the slideshow gallery below to see exclusive artwork showing how the series went from script to fully realized artwork, and then read on to learn more:
Again, this is the first Blade Runner story we’ve seen set in Japan, despite Tokyo being the backdrop of seminal cyberpunk stories like Akira and Ghost in the Shell. We were curious how the writers envisioned the Tokyo of this alternate universe version of 2015, and how it compares to the rainy, neon-soaked Los Angeles most Blade Runner fans are familiar with.
“Brainstorming Tokyo in the Blade Runner universe was such a fun process!” Shore tells IGN. “I was lucky enough to have lived in Japan (coincidentally in 2015) and more recently I was able to visit some interesting exhibits in Tokyo on “envisioning the future.” I wanted Tokyo to look and feel different from Los Angeles since their histories, experiences, and socioeconomics are completely different. My goal was to make a hopepunk Tokyo.”
“I’ve always appreciated how Los Angeles (in Blade Runner) is a pretty broken, decrepit and fracturing place on its last legs and that the neon is sort of hiding all of that. But, if you ever turned it off, everyone would quickly see they’re in a hellscape,” Brown says. “So, our Tokyo works in parallel. It is this beautiful utopia where people feel like they’re on a short leash. And if you disobey the laws of this “paradise,” it will eat you alive. It is just as scary, just in a different way.”
Interestingly, both writers made a point of not homaging the aforementioned Akira and Ghost in the Shell, but instead looking to other media and to contemporary Japanese life for inspiration in crafting their version of Tokyo.
Shore says, “Although I watched the greats for inspiration, it was important for me to understand how Japanese media depicts the future after the 3.11 Tohoku Disaster, so I watched anime such as Your Name, Japan Sinks 2020, and Bubble.”
“I actually had a personal goal to not iterate on the anime that have already been inspired by Blade Runner. Like Bubblegum Crisis or Psycho-Pass” Brown says. “When you write cyberpunk, you often are reflecting how you think your own environment will go into the future (which is why LA has an ‘80s theme and fear of Japan becoming a superpower from the original series). So, I wanted to reflect on the fears and hopes of Japan’s society today. And what would go wrong or right if dangerous people had their way with it.”
The Blade Runner timeline spans the 21st Century, but this particular series is set in 2015, a few years before the events of the original film. We were curious how much Tokyo Nexus connects to the larger franchise. Will fans find certain similarities to the movie to latch onto, or is this really a whole new ballgame given the Japanese setting?
“Tokyo Nexus is a standalone in setting, time, and story,” Shore says. “Of course, it wouldn’t be Blade Runner without the seemingly omnipresent Tyrell Corporation influencing the characters’ actions or a mystery to solve. There are some fun nods and easter eggs alluding to the Blade Runner films, but someone without BR knowledge can also enjoy the comics.”
Mellow adds, “We are continuing to build our story that has been advancing since Blade Runner: Origins and just a short time before Blade Runner: 2019. We’ve been excited to answer some complex questions in the universe, like ‘What was the Kalanthia War?’ and ‘Why is Tyrell the only company that makes Replicants?’ All of these are building towards a massive, secret, civil war with Blade Runners of different organizations fighting for dominance. And it’s exciting to see how this book, Tokyo Nexus, has the origins of one of those organizations we’ll see ascend to a global superpower in that war.”
Tokyo Nexus is unique in that it revolves around a partnership between a human named Mead and a Replicant named Stix. As you might expect, their close-knit dynamic is at the core of the series, which paints them as two battle-scarred veterans who only have each other to rely on in this hellish landscape.
“Mead and Stix are best friends and platonic life-partners,” Shore says. “They have been through hell and back, bled together, wept together. They only want to protect one another, and sometimes that means from themselves. Their goal is to survive, but in order to do that they must be willing to trust again.”
“It is beautiful in how unhealthy it is. Haha,” Brown says. “We wanted to play with the ‘We’re More Human Than Human’ quote of the franchise. And how that happens. While Stix is a Replicant with a constant thirst for life, Mead is a human who has been grinded down by systems and is very mechanical and economic in her reasonings. They need each other to make it through life. And they’ve survived a scenario so horrible together, this partnership has become a codependency that could shatter them both.”
As the series unfolds, Stix and Mead end up getting swept up in a conflict between Tyrell Corp, the Yakuza, and a Japanese group called Cheshire. The writers tease that Cheshire holds a very interesting place in the Blade Runner universe, as they’re a company trying to muscle their way in on Tyrell’s monopoly of the Replicant market.
“Cheshire is trying to compete in the business of Replicant manufacturing,” Shore teases. “Their newest Replicant is a military model, made for war. Supposedly stronger and faster, built on the bones that Tyrell fashioned.”
Mellow adds, “Cheshire is a crime organization with ambitions beyond shaking down Mom & Pop shops. When they get a hold of refugee Tyrell Scientists who have escaped to Tokyo, they suddenly discover that the stars are the limit for what they’re now capable of in this universe…”
Blade Runner: Tokyo Nexus Vol. 1 – Die in Peace is now available in comic shops and bookstores. You can also order the book on Amazon.
Also as part of IGN Fan Fest 2025, we got an early look at IDW’s new Godzilla shared universe and a sneak peak of an upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog storyline.
Jesse is a mild-mannered staff writer for IGN. Allow him to lend a machete to your intellectual thicket by following @jschedeen on BlueSky.
Pick Up an Xbox Controller for Just $39 on Amazon
Starting today, Amazon has dropped the price of the official Xbox Series X|S wireless controllers to $39 with free shipping. Four different color options are available: Carbon Black, Robot White, Shock Blue, and Velocity Green. Not only is this still the de facto standard controller for Xbox, it’s also one of the best PC gaming controllers as well.
Xbox Controllers for $39
Aesthetics aside, these Xbox wireless controllers are identical to the one that’s bundled with the Xbox Series X and S console. Standard features include textured grips, hybrid D-pad, button mapping with the Xbox app, a 3.5mm audio jack that works with any wired headset, and a Share button to upload screenshots and video.
The controller supports both Xbox wireless and Bluetooth connectivity. That means you can use it for your PC or mobile device. In fact, we think this is the the best PC controller you can get. If your PC doesn’t have Bluetooth, you can still use it in wired mode with a USB Type-C cable or go out and buy a Bluetooth or Xbox wireless adapter.
WD Black C50 1TB Expansion Card for Xbox for $109.99
Amazon has also dropped the price on the officially licensed WD Black C50 1TB Expansion Card for Xbox Series consoles to $109.99 shipped. That’s a 30% price drop from its original $158 list price and the best price we’ve seen for an officially licensed 1TB Xbox expansion card since Black Friday. The C50 is one of the best SSDs for the Xbox, which isn’t surprising since your options are pretty limited.
Check out more of the best Xbox deals today.
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn’t hunting for deals for other people at work, he’s hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
Own The Wild Robot in Digital 4K UHD for Just $5
For a limited time, you can pick up a digital copy of The Wild Robot in 4K UHD at Amazon for only $4.99. That’s 75% of the normal list price of $19.99 and the same cost as renting it. If you haven’t yet watched this movie, you’re missing out. This is a fantastic film for movie watchers of all ages and a worthy addition to your digital library.
The Wild Robot (4K UHD) for $5
The Wild Robot is a 2024 DreamWorks animated movie about a robot named Roz who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and meets a bunch of eccentric animals along the way. This movie is great for both adults and kids alike (it’s rated PG) and has been favorably reviewed by most critics. This movie was nominated for four Golden Globes and is currently nominated for three Oscars, including Best Animated Feature.
This is a pretty deep discount for a relatively recent movie release and I don’t expect this deal to last too much longer. The sale started on February 25 at a discounted price of $10, so the extra 50% off on top of that comes as a welcome surprise. If you’re interested in adding this great family flick to your library, then don’t hesitate.
The Wild Robot and More Physical Releases Also on Sale
Prefer to buy physical? Right now, you can also save 40% on the Collector’s Edition of the The Wild Robot. Feel free to scroll through Amazon’s current Blu-ray deals to check out all the discounts.
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn’t hunting for deals for other people at work, he’s hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
Batman: Hush 2 Preview Art Revealed by DC Comics
2025 is shaping up to be a huge year for DC Comics, and perhaps no upcoming project is bigger than the long-awaited Batman: Hush 2. It’s not every day that DC’s President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee takes the reins of a monthly Batman comic. Kicking off in March’s Batman #158, this storyline acts as a direct sequel to the critically acclaimed Hush saga that originally ran from 2002 to 2004.
DC has released a new extended preview of Batman #158, along with an early look at Batman #159 and a glimpse of the many variant covers appearing as part of Hush 2 (or H2sh, if you prefer). Check it all out in the slideshow gallery below:
While DC has published several Hush-centric storylines in the years since the original wrapped, Batman: Hush 2 is the first to be handled by the original creative team. Hush 2 reunites writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee, along with inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings.
Hush 2 builds on the recent epilogue story printed in Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition. The Dark Knight has discovered proof that his childhood friend Tommy Elliot survived their final battle, paving the way for a new mystery as Hush manipulates the Dark Knight’s circle of allies and enemies.
Hush 2 will be published in the pages of Batman #158-163, with issue #158 hitting stores on March 26. We recently learned that DC will then relaunch the series with a new #1 issue and new costume, as writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez begin a new era for the Dark Knight.
For more on DC’s upcoming slate, check out what to expect from DC in 2025 and see our most anticipated comics of 2025.
Jesse is a mild-mannered staff writer for IGN. Allow him to lend a machete to your intellectual thicket by following @jschedeen on BlueSky.
‘Reef Builders’ Documentary Gets Exclusive First Look at SXSW With Panel Discussion Featuring Auli’i Cravalho
Variety has announced an exclusive first look of a new documentary “Reef Builders,” presented by the SHEBA brand, followed by a panel discussion with Auli’i Cravalho on March 9 during SXSW in Austin, Texas. “Reef Builders” spotlights the inspiring stories of the people behind the Sheba Hope Grows program, one of the world’s largest coral […]
Michelle Trachtenberg’s Career in Photos: ‘Buffy,’ ‘Harriet the Spy,’ ‘Ice Princess’ and More
Michelle Trachtenberg starred in “Harriet the Spy” at just 10 years old, and went on to appear in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” “Gossip Girl,” “Ice Princess” and “Eurotrip.” Trachtenberg started acting at just 3 years old before joining Nickelodeon’s “The Adventures of Pete and Pete.” She joined “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” as Dawn Summers in […]
The Best Deals Today: PlayStation 5 Console, The Wild Robot, $12 Laptop Backpack, Xbox Controllers, and More
Here are the best deals for Wednesday, February 26. Highlights include The Wild Robot in 4K UHD for just $5 (half price compared to yesterday’s deal), a PS5 digital console for under $350, a 15″ laptop backpack for $12, Xbox controllers for $39, a massive 8TB WD Black SSD for the lowest price ever, and more.
Check out “the best deals under $30” for any impulse buys on items that you never knew you needed until you visited this page. Read on lower for some great deals that cost over $30 and may require a bit more involved decision-making.
The Wild Robot (4K UHD) for $5
Update: Price just dropped from $10 to $5
A digital copy of The Wild Robot in 4K UHD is currently available to purchase on Amazon for only $4.99 after a 75% instant discount. If you haven’t yet watched this movie, you’re missing out. In our The Wild Robot review, Siddhant Adlakha wrote that “a deeply human film with no human characters, The Wild Robot is a tear-jerking and unpredictable animated adventure – and another triumph for Lilo & Stitch and How to Train Your Dragon co-director Chris Sanders.”
Lenovo 15″ Laptop Backpack for $11.87
Amazon is offering this Lenovo laptop backpack for a rock bottom price of $11.87. This backpack features a padded compartment that fits up to a 15.6″ laptop, plenty of storage for your accessories including a front zippered pocket, water-repellent polyester material, quilted back panel and adjustable shoulder straps for comfort. It’s also a pretty unassuming design that doesn’t attract unwanted attention.
New PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Console (Import) for $337
AliExpress is currently offering a Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition console for only $336.83 after a hefty $69 off coupon code: “IFPJIKZ” is applied during checkout. This is a genuine PlayStation console that’s imported from another country; region locking is determined by your PlayStation account, not by console, so this system will play in the US without any problems. You’ll also be able to select English as your default language just like any console you buy here. This product is stocked in a US warehouse, so it ships free and arrives within about a week. Note that imported consoles have an overseas warranty that won’t be honored here in the United States. Fortunately, AliExpress has a 15-day free return policy and guarantees a refund if your order doesn’t arrive within 20 days.
Xbox Wireless Controllers for $39
Amazon has dropped the price of the official Xbox Series X|S wireless controllers to $39. Four different color options are available: Carbon Black, Robot White, Shock Blue, and Velocity Green. Not only is this still the de facto standard controller for Xbox, it’s also one of the best PC gaming controllers as well. It can connect to your PC via Bluetooth (if your PC is Bluetooth enabled), an Xbox dongle (sold separately), or wired via USB Type-C.
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2, Bluetooth Tracker for $16
If you’re looking for a Bluetooth tracker akin to an Apple AirTag but you don’t use an iPhone, then check out the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2. Right now Amazon has it for nearly 50% off. It serves the same purpose as an AirTag or Tile, but it pairs better with Android phones, especially the Samsung Galaxy. It has up to 120 foot range, lasts hundreds of hours on a single CR2032 battery (which is user replaceable), and has a built-in speaker so it’s easier to find.
WD Black SN850X 8TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD for $533
The massive 8TB WD Black SN850X solid state drive is down to the lowest price we’ve seen. Amazon currently has it for “only” $533.10, which is about $42 less than the best deal we saw during Black Friday. The SN850X is the latest generation of WD’s flagship Black series M.2 SSDs. In terms of performance, it’s considered a top-tier SSD with sequential read speeds of up to 7,300MBps and write speeds of 6,600MBps.
Apple iPad 10.9″ 10th Gen for $279
Amazon dropped the price of the latest model 10th gen Apple iPad to $279 shipped. For most people, the iPad (not the Air, Mini, or Pro) is the best model to get because it offers nearly all the benefits of the iOS operating system and snappy performance at an affordable price. This model has significant improvements over its predecessor. For starters, it boasts a larger 10.9″ screen without adding to the overall dimensions thanks to a slimmer bezel. It also has a faster A14 Bionic chip, which is a 20% increase in CPU performance and a 10% increase in GPU performance over the A13. It’s now compatible with the Magic Folio keyboard so you can convert it into a mini laptop for better workflow (making it one of the best iPads for students). Other practical upgrades include USB Type-C charging, a better camera, and Wi-Fi 6.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 for $19.99
Both Amazon and Best Buy have dropped 50% off the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, now only $19.99 for all three consoles editions. This matches the best price we saw during Black Friday, and happened to be one of our best selling games during that time period as well. This anthology includes Metal Gear (1987), Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake (1990), Metal Gear Solid (1998), Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty (2001), and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater (2004).
Olight Sphere Smart Night Light for $13.99
Amazon has dropped the price of the Olight Sphere from $20 to $13.99 for Amazon Prime members. The Olight Sphere is a tiny portable light that can be controlled via on-board buttons or mobile app. This is an RGB light that’s capable of standard white or warm white lighting as well as a wide range of colors. It’s not particularly powerful (it’s rated for 75 lumens), but it works great as an ambient night light or a portable emergency light that you can carry around with you. You don’t need to swap out batteries, because it recharges quickly over USB Type-C.
Anker 30W USB Type-C Nano Wall Charger for $12.99
Amazon has this compact Anker 30W USB Type-C wall charger for only $12.99 after you apply coupon code “0UDQ9XZX“. You don’t need to be an Amazon Prime member to take advantage of this deal, either. The Anker nano charger can output up to 30W of Power Delivery over USB Type-C, which is good enough to max out the charging rate of the Nintendo Switch (18W) and close to the maximum charging rate of the Steam Deck (40W). A USB-C cable is also included.
2-Pack LED EDC Flashlights for $6
This is a good deal to jump on if you need some cheap flashlights for emergencies. Amazon has this 2 pack of Hausbell flashlights for only $5.99 after you clip a 40% off coupon. These LED flashlights take three AAA batteries and feature five different light modes (three different intensities, SOS, and strobe), retractable zoom lens, and IPX6 water resistance.
Dreamegg Portable White Noise Machine
If you’re looking for an affordable noise machine that’s small enough to take with you on you travels, then look no further than this Dreamegg portable white noise machine. It’s currently on sale for a mere $8.10 after you clip a $5 off coupon and apply another $5 off promo code: P4JUC4GV during checkout. The Dreamegg measures less than 2″ cubed, weighs in at under 2 ounces, can easily last all night long on its 1,000mAh battery, and recharges using USB Type-C. The portable sound machine offers 16 soothing nature sounds, including ocean waves, rain, birds, fan sounds, and white noise.
Baseus 10,000mAh Magsafe Power Bank for $19.79
Qi2 certified with up to 15W of wireless charging
I’ve seen plenty of MagSafe or wireless power banks on sale recently, but rarely one that’s rated for Qi2 (15W) charging. Today, Amazon is offering Amazon Prime members only this Baseus 10,000mAh 22.5W Magsafe Power Bank for only $19.79 after you apply coupon code “YT35U53Z” during checkout. This power bank features 15W of Qi2 certified wireless charging, which doubles the 7.5W maximum for Qi1 chargers.
Sofirn SC31T 2,000-Lumen Pocket LED Flashlight for $25.34
Amazon is offering this Sofirn SC31T 2,000-lumen pocket LED flashlight for only $25.34. There’s a 15% coupon code that’s automatically applied when you go through the landing page, and then clip another 20% off coupon on the product page. Sofirn is a well-known and reliable seller of affordable LED flashlights. This model uses a single powerful SST-40 LED that delivers 2,000 lumens of light with a 6,500K color temp and up to a 206-meter range. It has 6 different intensities all the way down to 1 lumen to extend your battery life. The battery is rechargeable over USB Type-C.
40% Off Stray for PC
Cat lovers rejoice because Stray is currently 40% off exclusive at Humble. This is the PC version and it will install via your Steam client. You star as a brave little orange tabby cat trying to escape a cyberpunk-themed underworld filled with robotic denizens. In our Stray review, Tom Marks wrote that “Stray is a delightful adventure in a dark but endearingly hopeful cyberpunk world, and that’s thanks in no small part to the fact that you are playing as an adorable cat the whole time. Its mix of simple platforming and puzzles with item-hunting quests is balanced very well across the roughly five-hour story… Whether I was scratching at a carpet or curling up into a ball and taking a catnap, Stray does a great job of setting itself apart in a way that feels like more than just a novelty.”
8-Pack Magnetic Cable Clips for $6.39
Amazon is offering this eight pack of Lisen magnetic cable clips for only $6.39 after you clip a 14% off coupon on the product page and apply a promo code “20H4SF7V” during checkout. That averages out to just under 80 cents per clip. They’re great for organizing your most used cables, since the magnetic closure means that removing and replacing cables is a quick and easy one handed operation.
Humble Choice Games for February 2025
If you’re searching for your next new game to play, Humble Choice February is now live, and this is the perfect bundle to discover something new! This month, Immortals of Aveum headlines the bundle, with seven other games like Total War: Pharoah Dynasties, Fabledom, and more included. Instead of paying hundreds of dollars to grab these games individually, you can get all eight games for just $11.99 at Humble Bundle for this month only.
Super Mario RPG for $29.99
Woot! (which is owned by Amazon) is offering the excellent Super Mario RPG remake for Nintendo Switch for only $29.99. Amazon Prime members get free shipping (the rest of us pay $5). Super Mario RPG is a remake of the 1996 SNES classic. It was one of the best games to grace the console back then amidst a sea of other incredible titles, and Nintendo did a great job of staying faithful to the game’s charm and fun factor.
Sonic X Shadow Generations for PS5 for $26.99
Today Woot! is offering Sonic X Shadow Generations for even lower than what I saw during Black Friday. You can get it for only $26.99 (46% off) and if you’re an Amazon Prime member you also get free shipping. Sonic X Shadow Generations is easily one of the best Sonic games in recent history. In our 9/10 Sonic X Shadow Generations review, Jada Griffin wrote that “Sonic X Shadow Generations takes an already excellent game and spring jumps it to new heights with a creative Shadow campaign and an appreciable graphical upgrade.” This game is actually a collection of two games in one: a remaster of the 2011 Sonic Generations and – the highlight – an original campaign starring Shadow the Hedgehog.
Anker PowerExpand USB-C Hub for $12.50
Anker’s handle little USB hub is 50% off for Amazon Prime members, now only $12.50 (normally $25). This versatile 6-in-1 hub features a USB Type-C port with up to 85W of passthrough charging, two USB-A 3.1 Gen 2 ports, an HDMI port (4K @ 60Hz), an SD card slot, and a 3.5mm audio output.
Preordered the iPhone 16E? Get a Screen Protector for $6
If you’re in line to get the successor the the budget-minded Apple iPhone SE series of phones, then here’s an early bird deal for you. Amazon has an amFilm iPhone 16e screen protector for only $5.99 after you apply coupon code “5PIM3OFI. Here’s your chance to have a screen protector ready before your phone even arrives. AmFilm is an extremely well known and popular screen protector brand, and this particular model includes the auto alignment kit and camera lens protector.
GE Color Changing Night Light for $4.52
Night lights are an inexpensive, efficient way to provide a bit of practical accent lighting to your home at night. This GE color changing night light goes one step further by offering eight different colors to choose from, with a color changing mode for a bit of RGB flair. The built-in light sensor means it will automatically turn itself off when it isn’t needed. It’s normally well-priced at just $9, but there’s a 50% instant discount right now that drops it to under $5.
Aurora Paper/Credit Card Shredder for $22.64
With the prevalence of paperless billing, paper shredders aren’t as necessary as they used to be, but there are still plenty of instances when you’ll want to destroy physical sensitive documents or old credit cards. Amazon currently has this Aurora shredder for only $22, which is at the bottom end of the scale for a shredder nowadays. It is powerful enough to crosscut up to 8 sheets of paper (up to 8.7″ wide), credit cards, paper clips, and staples.
Not all of the best deals are dirt cheap. Here are some excellent deals if you’re willing to spend a little or a lot more depending on the items, including video games, TVs, gaming PCs, gaming handhelds, high-end chairs, and more.
$39.99 Nintendo Switch Video Games at Woot!
Woot! has also dropped several must-have Nintendo Switch video games from $59.99 to $39.99, a savings of 33%. You won’t lose out even if you plan to upgrade to the Switch 2, since the new console has been confirmed to be backwards compatible with nearly all Switch games.
Apple Watch Series 10 From $329
The most popular Apple Watch deal during Black Friday is back. Right now, Amazon is offering an Apple Watch Series 10 42mm model for only $329 and the bigger 46mm model for $359. If you own an iPhone, the Apple Watch is indisputably the best smartwatch for you. It’s sleek and stylish, it’s chock full of useful features that complement your iPhone better than any other smartwatch brand, and it’s surprisingly affordable. The Apple Watch Series 10 is the newest generation mainstream model. Improvements over the Apple Watch Series 9 include a bigger OLED Retina display, a new S10 processor (that isn’t faster but it’s thinner, which allows the watch itself to have a slimmer profile), a slightly larger base model size (42mm vs. 41mm), and some admittedly trivial features like a water depth gauge.
WD Black C50 1TB Expansion Card for Xbox for $109.99
Starting today, Amazon has dropped the price on the officially licensed WD Black C50 1TB Expansion Card for Xbox Series consoles to $109.99 shipped. That’s a 30% price drop from its original $158 list price and the best price we’ve seen for an officially licensed 1TB Xbox expansion card since Black Friday. The C50 is one of the best SSDs for the Xbox, which isn’t surprising since your options are pretty limited.
Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PS5 SSD for $129.99
Samsung’s newest SSD – the Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe solid state drive – is on sale today for $129.99, which is actually lower than what I saw during Black Friday. This is an excellent drive for both your gaming PC and your PlayStation 5 console, with speeds of up to 7,250 read and 6,300MB/s write. This is a much faster drive than the 990 Evo non-Pro but not quite as fast as the 990 Pro. The main difference between this drive and the more expensive 990 Pro is that this is a DRAM-less drive. Because it is a single-sided SSD, it is power efficient and doesn’t generate much heat, so you probably don’t need to stick a heatsink on it, although you certainly could for peace of mind.
WD SN5000 4TB SSD for $199.99
SSD prices have been trending upwards for a while now, so it’s much more difficult to find a fast 4TB M.2 SSD for under $200. Fortunately, there’s one on sale today. Amazon has dropped the price of the WD SN5000 4TB PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 solid state drive (SSD) to only $199.99 shipped. This is a newer WD SSD that’s actually quite speedy given the low price point, with sequential read speeds of up to 5,500MBps and write speeds of up to 5,000MBps.
44% Off Omron 10 Series Blood Pressure Monitor
One of the best health tracking devices you can get for home use is a blood pressure monitor, and Omron is perhaps the biggest and most reliable brand out there. Today, the Omron 10 Series wireless blood pressure monitor is down to $59.22 after a massive 44% off instant discount. I’ve owned an Omron blood pressure monitor for years; I test myself regularly and I’ve gone to the doctor more than a few times for elevated blood pressure, and the readings were hospital verified.
Andaseat Novis Gaming Chair for $179.10
Use 10% off code: AndaIGN
For 2025, AndaSeat has just released a new line of gaming chair that’s sure to be a hit with the budget-minded audience. The Andaseat Novis gaming chair – which retails for just $199 – is now shipping. Even better, you can use our 10% off IGN code “AndaIGN” to drop the price further to $179.10. The Novis looks like it has most of the comfort, features, and styling of other high-end gaming chair minus some of the more common gimmicks (like “4D” armrests) in exchange for a more affordable price. AndaSeat isn’t as big of a name in the congested gaming chair market as some other brands like Secretlab, DXRacer, or Razer, but it does make some high-quality gaming chairs.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P Headset (Refurb) for $79.99
Woot is offering a refurbished SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P gaming headset with 90-day Woot! limited warranty for only $79.99. A brand new model retails for $179.99. The Arctis Nova 7P is one of the best headsets you can get for PS5 and PC. IGN writer Matthew Adler reviewed the PC version of the Arctis Nova 7, saying: “SteelSeries continues to push the boundaries of what a headset is capable of. The Arctis Nova 7’s new design is sleek, lightweight, and still remains one of the most comfortable headsets I’ve ever used.” I own a pair of these myself and highly recommend it.
Nerf LMTD Halo Needler for $67.18
For you Halo fans out there, have we found a deal for you. Right now you can save 33% off the NERF LMTD Halo Needler Dart-Firing Blaster. It’s normally $100, but this discount drops it down to only $67.18 shipped. NERF’s LMTD is a collection of fan-service weapons that are designed after iconic weapons from popular movies and video games, and the Halo Needler is definitely one of the coolest looking guns in the lineup, with a lot of cool little touches like the needles and accents that light up whenever you grip the handle, a 10-dart rotating drum (10 Elite darts included, but it will also take standard darts), and a display stand that activates all the light-up features when mounted.
4-Pack Apple AirTags for $67.99
Amazon and Best Buy are both offering a four-pack of Apple AirTags keyfinders for only $6799. That’s $30 off the retail price and only $16.99 for each AirTag. This is a very practical accessory for anyone who owns an iPhone and tends to lose small wearables like wallets, keys, or remotes.
Crucial X9 Pro 1TB Portable SSD for $69.99 (2TB for $120)
The Crucial X9 Pro is one of the fastest portable hard drives out there, thanks to a fast SSD drive and USB 3.2 interface that can deliver both read and write speeds of up to 1,050MB/s. The 2TB model is actually $10 less than the best deal we saw during Black Friday and, in my opinion, the best deal to get.
Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld for $449.99
Starting this week, Best Buy is taking $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme gaming handheld, now only $449.99. That’s the lowest price I’ve seen for a brand-new unit, even during Black Friday. In addition, you get a free official ROG Ally travel case, one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of a Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription. The ROG Ally This is one of the best gaming handhelds currently available, especially if you don’t want to be tied to Steam’s ecosystem.
Preorder Elden Ring: Nightreign at Best Buy, Get $10 Gift Card
Elden Ring Nightreign is set to release for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC on May 30. A new standalone game set in the world of Elden Ring, Nightreign lets you team up with two other players to slice your way through an oppressive fantasy world. It’s kind of like a faster-paced remix of the original game. It’s available for preorder in a number of editions, so read on for the details about what comes in each one.
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Win Tickets to Ado’s Hibana World Tour With IGN Fan Fest
Japanese superstar musician Ado is gearing up to embark on her second world tour, which is titled Hibana, and you can win tickets to see her live through IGN Fan Fest.
Ado’s newest tour, Hibana, is powered by Crunchyroll and it kicks off on April 26, 2025, in Saitama, Japan. She’ll continue on to travel the world and will make her first U.S. stop of the Hibana Tour on July 10 and you can win a chance to be there.
All you have to do is head to IGN’s Rewards Hub and you’ll can enter to win one of three pairs of tickets that are good for the following shows;
- July 10, 2025 – Tacoma Dome (Tacoma, WA)
- July 19, 2025 – Footprint Center (Phoenix, AZ)
- July 24, 2025 – Gas South Arena (Duluth, GA)
- July 29, 2025 – CFG Bank Arena (Baltimore, MD)
- July 31, 2025 – United Center (Chicago, IL)
“If my first world tour embodied my ‘Wish,’ then my second will ignite the spark I want to light in the world,” Ado said. “I named this tour ‘Hibana,’ meaning ‘spark’ in Japanese, to carry my heritage with me on this journey. I aim to show my growth since the ‘Wish’ tour and deliver my best performances yet.”
For those unfamiliar, Ado made her big debut at the age of 17 in 2020 with the song ‘Usseewa,’ which reached the top of Billboard Japan Hot 100. Since then, she has been the singing voice of Uta in One Piece Film Red, the Spy x Family Season 2 second opening theme, and much more.
For more, check out the rest of the dates for Ado’s Hibana World Tour and everything else from IGN Fan Fest.
Prize Values: Tacoma, Phoenix, and Duluth – $110/ticket, Baltimore – $119.25/ticket, Chicago – $78/ticket (upper bowl only). All prizing subject to availability.