Where you can play Spycraft, the game so wild we made a documentary about it
Alice Jovanée (she/her) is a commerce writer, and she has been writing about gaming and tech since 2005. Prior to Polygon, she worked at publications such as The Verge.If you watch one movie this year that features both former CIA director William Colby and Polygon co-founder Justin McElroy, make sure it’s Polygon’s documentary on Spycraft: The Great Game.A relic of the 1990s, Spycraft: The Great Game is an FMV point-and-click adventure that places you in the shoes of a CIA recruit thrust into a plot of international intrigue in the shadow of the Cold War. Activision spent millions of dollars on the development of Spycraft, which received critical acclaim upon its launch in 1996, but is now largely forgotten. However, if you’d like to experience this game for yourself, it’s techni…
Read moreStreet Fighter 6 collector’s edition vinyl soundtrack is $66 at Amazon
CapcomRoss Miller (he/him) is Polygon’s Senior Commerce Editor for the summer. He has nearly 20 years of experience in media and was a founding editor of The Verge.I’m a big fan of ambient lo-fi music, but sometimes I need something to wake me up — which is especially true following a three-day weekend, as many readers are probably feeling right now. And what better way to get hyped for the day/week/month ahead than with the bombastic and eclectic grooves of the Street Fighter 6 soundtrack? Right now you can get the collector’s edition vinyl set from Amazon for around $66 (was $170), a 61% discount. That’s a lot of 6s for one deal, and we wish we had something more clever to say about that, but again, it’s the first day after a three-day weekend and we only just started listen…
Read moreMeet the 27-inch OLED gaming monitor that is, dare I say, budget-friendly
InnocnCameron Faulkner (he/him) is Polygon’s commerce editor. He began writing about tech and gaming in 2013, and migrated from The Verge in 2023.If you’re in the market for a 27-inch 1440p OLED gaming monitor with fast refresh rates and near-instant response time, most models out there from big name brands like LG, Samsung, and MSI sell for $600 or more. Generally speaking, they cost way less than they used to, but it’s still pricey! However, enough time has passed since OLED gaming monitors crashed onto the PC gaming scene in a big way last year, and now lesser-known manufacturers are putting out some affordable alternatives that cost hundreds less.The brand Innocn has its own 27-inch 1440p OLED monitor on Amazon, and it’s selling for $429.99 (was $549.99), and in terms of specs…
Read moreGet our favorite gaming speakers for their lowest price ever
RazerAlice Jovanée (she/her) is a commerce writer, and she has been writing about gaming and tech since 2005. Prior to Polygon, she worked at publications such as The Verge.The Razer Nommo V2 Pro is Razer’s flagship set of gaming speakers. We consider it one of the best gaming speaker systems out there, and it’s currently on sale for their lowest price ever. Typically $449.99, the Razer Nommo V2 Pro is currently discounted to just $294 at Amazon. We understand that investing in a speaker system for your desktop isn’t for everyone, but if you want to elicit more than a few noise complaints from your neighbors, you won’t find a better opportunity.Razer Nommo V2 Pro$294$45035% off$294$294 at AmazonThe Nommo V2 includes a pair of 3-inch speakers featuring full-range drivers and integ…
Read moreLast call to save 90% on digital board game essentials from Humble
Source Images: Dire Wolf DigitalRoss Miller (he/him) is Polygon’s Senior Commerce Editor for the summer. He has nearly 20 years of experience in media and was a founding editor of The Verge.If you were looking to satiate your board game love with a collection of digital adaptations, now’s your chance. Humble’s Board Game Night with Dire Wolf and Friends features nine of the best digital board games for as low as $18, a savings of 90%. It’s a great deal that includes Dune: Imperium, Terraforming Mars, Wingspan, Scythe, and more — games that been honored by both Gen Con’s Ennie Awards and the Spiel des Jahres — but be sure to act fast, as this Humble Bundle expires on Friday, Aug. 23 at 9 p.m. EDT / 6 p.m. PDT.Board Game Night with Dire Wolf and Friends Humble Bundle$18$16689% …
Read moreNearly every Warhammer 40K game is on sale right now for up to 80% off
Complex Games/Frontier DevelopmentsAlice Jovanée (she/her) is a commerce writer, and she has been writing about gaming and tech since 2005. Prior to Polygon, she worked at publications such as The Verge.The universe of Warhammer 40K has inspired countless games, and right now, you can find discounts on many of our favorite games based on the endless wars of the 41st millennium at Humble. While there are dozens of titles to choose from, we’ve picked out a handful of essential titles we think you should definitely check out.Warhammer 40K: DarktideWarhammer 40K: Darktide is a co-op horde shooter that has you and a team of three other condemned souls delving into a hive city to root out the forces of chaos. The gameplay of Darktide will be familiar to fans of the Left 4 Dead or Vermintide …
Read moreGameStop is offering a rare discount on gift cards and digital titles
UbisoftAlice Jovanée (she/her) is a commerce writer, and she has been writing about gaming and tech since 2005. Prior to Polygon, she worked at publications such as The Verge.If you’re looking for an easy way to increase your spending power, GameStop is currently offering some rare discounts on digital gift cards, subscriptions, and even in-game currencies. This blanket 10% discount is available to anyone, but GameStop Pro members will get an additional 5% discount. Deals on subscription services like Xbox Game Pass Ultimate are fairly common, but we rarely see discounts on Nintendo’s Switch Online + Expansion Pack or Gift Cards for the Nintendo eShop or Steam, making this a great opportunity to top off your Steam Wallet or sign up for Nintendo’s premium online subscription.In addi…
Read moreWhere to pre-order Mass Effect: The Board Game
Modiphius EntertainmentAlice Jovanée (she/her) is a commerce writer, and she has been writing about gaming and tech since 2005. Prior to Polygon, she worked at publications such as The Verge.Mass Effect: The Board Game by Modiphius isn’t the first time the sci-fi franchise has been ported to analog, but it’s by far the best adaptation of the tight, squad-based combat of Bioware’s trilogy we’ve played. While Mass Effect: The Board Game – Priority: Hagalaz is already shipping out to Kickstarter backers, a general release is planned for October — just in time for N7 Day, the annual celebration of all things Mass Effect on Nov. 7. Right now, you can reserve a copy of the board game exclusively through the Modiphius storefront for around $51.Mass Effect: The Board Game – Priority Ha…
Read moreLast call to save 90% on CRPG classics from Humble
BeamdogAlice Jovanée (she/her) is a commerce writer, and she has been writing about gaming and tech since 2005. Prior to Polygon, she worked at publications such as The Verge.Looking to dig into some of the best computer RPGs ever made? You won’t find a better opportunity than the RPG Masters Humble Bundle. Right now, you can pick up a collection of eight classic and contemporary CRPGs, along with a fat stack of add-ons, for just $35 at Humble — a savings of 90% for a collection of games that normally costs $346. But you’ll have to act soon, as this deal ends Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 9 p.m. EDT/6 p.m. PDT.This bundle features some true legends from the genre, including Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition, Baldur’s Gate: Deluxe Edition, Baldur’s Gate 2: Enhanced Edition, and Neve…
Read moreAdd 1 TB of extra storage to your Switch or Steam Deck for just $66
Photo: Amelia Holowaty Krales/PolygonCameron Faulkner (he/him) is Polygon’s commerce editor. He began writing about tech and gaming in 2013, and migrated from The Verge in 2023.In case you’ve unexpectedly run out of storage for more games on your Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, or another handheld gaming PC like the ROG Ally, there’s a deal happening at Amazon on possibly the last microSD card you might ever need to buy. Lexar’s 1 TB microSD card costs $66.49, which is a nice little discount off its typical $75 price.Lexar 1 TB microSD card$66$7411% off$66$66 at Amazon1 TB of storage will go very far on the Nintendo Switch, as its games tend to have much smaller install sizes than those on other consoles. However, assuming that the Switch 2 coming in 2025 will also support this type o…
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