Category: Merchandise

“Star Wars” Blu-ray Day! WIN Darth Vader ARTFX Statue

from GeekChicDaily:

Darth Vader may be dividing some fans by saying “NOOOOOO” on the new Star Wars Blu-ray set, but we’re thinking everyone can say yes to a cool free collectible statue of the Dark Lord by Kotobukiya. Because even if he has been compromised as a character by post-production effects, there is still good in him. He would be honored if he could join you — but first you must win our Darth Vader ARTFX Statue giveaway from our friends at Kotobukiya. It’s free to enter and summon bonus entries on our Facebook and Twitter, but hurry. The contest ends September 23, 2011, and even the Emperor will be less unforgiving than your crushing disappointment if you miss the entry window.

Clad in his Return of the Jedi attire, this 11-inch tall, Japanese-import Vader collectible stands in a battle pose, ready to teach his upstart kid Luke not to mess with dear ol’ dad. To emphasize that he’s serious, his lightsaber can glow red. So can his belt and breastplate. Thus, not only is it an awesome toy, but it doubles as the coolest night-light ever.

Give in to your anger (that this isn’t already part of your collection) and slice your way to our Kotobukiya Darth Vader contest page right now. Don’t Force-choke: grab extra entries at our Facebook and Twitter. If Darth falls to the wrong side, you can preorder one as well at Kotobukiya’s US site and Facebook. We wouldn’t want you to die of a broken heart.

ThinkGeek Launches 32 Items (But Not to the Moon)

from ThinkGeek:

To the moon, Timmy! To the moon!

For a bunch of overgrown monkeys, we’ve come a long way. On this day in 1959, the Soviet Union smacked the side of the moon with the Luna 2 probe, the first man-made object to touch the moon’s surface. 52 years later, we have the Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory (or GRAIL) heading up to study its interior and gravitational field.

So what’s next? Don’t know about you, but we’re prepping our spacesuits for a Moon Cruise.

Light Up LED Iron Man Shirt
Officially licensed by Marvel. This may look like a standard t-shirt, but it’s actually the Iron Man Mark IX suit. This latest version is much lighter than all previous versions, featuring a flexible interior with knitted cotton exterior. The Iron Man Arc Reactor Shirt has three components: the t-shirt, a light panel with a long cable, and a battery box. When fresh batteries are in the battery box and the unit is switched on, the arc reactor shines brightly. So this particular arc reactor isn’t going to keep shrapnel from working its way into your heart or power your repulsor beams. What do you expect for under $30? A shirt that glows? That, we can provide.

Take $10 off with ZEROCOOL — Hop in the wayback machine!
It’s been nearly 16 years since the movie Hackers was released. That makes some of us feel pretty old. Reminisce about that time in the mid-90s when Macs ran on P6 Intel chips — oh wait, that never actually happened — and use code ZEROCOOL to save $10 off $40+ orders until 11:59pm ET on 9/16/11.

Find more What’s New items at ThinkGeek!

One Really Great Alivan’s Sale… and Nothing More

from Alivan’s:

In this edition of The Clairvoyant: 20% Off ALL Wizard Wears in our entire stock… That’s right… a HUGE 20% off (read on for all the details)!

The coupon code is 20WIZWEAR and you can save on: ties, scarves, tattoos, sweaters… well you get the gist… they are ALL on sale and much more. Click here to shop now… offer good thru 9/20/11 (domestic U.S. orders only).

Enjoy,

Finneas Alivan
P.S. What are you looking for? Nothing more to read here… remember the subject line “One really great sale and NOTHING more” 🙂

Nintendo 3DS Gets 3D Video Recording and Two Great “Mario” Games for the Holidays

from Nintendo of Canada:

This November, a new system update for the portable Nintendo 3DS system will enable owners to capture 3D video footage. People will be able to record and view moments from birthday parties, soccer games and holiday events, or create their own original 3D productions and show them to others in 3D, all without the need for special glasses. The system update will also provide new experiences for people who have conquered all the StreetPass challenges in StreetPass Mii Plaza.

The update is just one of the many elements of Nintendo’s strong holiday season lineup that features two Mario games — one platformer and one racer — for Nintendo 3DS. The season also sees the arrival of the largest game-development project in Nintendo history: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for the Wii system.

“The 2011 holiday season offers up multiple must-have Nintendo games for both experienced players and newcomers,” said Ron Bertram, Nintendo of Canada’s vice-president and general manager. “Shoppers know they can count on Nintendo to offer amazing entertainment experiences at an unbeatable value.”

The first appearance by Mario on a new Nintendo system is always cause for celebration. This fall, Nintendo is giving fans two big reasons to celebrate. On November 13, Nintendo will release the Super Mario 3D Land game for Nintendo 3DS. In this first-ever true 3D Mario platforming adventure, players can scout levels and find secrets before they play using the built-in gyro sensor feature of the Nintendo 3DS system. The game will feature propeller blocks and will have StreetPass functionality. Mario Kart will be available December 4 and will include a new optional first-person driving mode that is controlled using the gyro sensor. The game also introduces new playable characters like Lakitu and Metal Mario, and a tricks system like the one in Mario Kart Wii. Both games are essential to the game libraries of Mario fans, and more details about them will be announced in the future.

A Legendary Holiday Season

Nintendo is pulling out all the stops in honor of the 25th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword launches November 20 and represents one of the deepest and richest experiences ever produced by Nintendo. More than 100 staff members have been working for five years to produce the epic story, which includes a new approach to game play and more than 100 minutes of cinematic cut scenes. The game also will feature a boss challenge mode and, for players who need assistance, optional hint movies to help them along.

In honor of the 25th anniversary, Nintendo is offering a free classic game for a limited time. The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition will be available to download between September 28, 2011, and February 20, 2012. Fans can download the Nintendo DSiWare version of the game using their Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL systems, or by accessing the Nintendo eShop with a Nintendo 3DS system (wireless broadband Internet access is required for download). The game allows up to four players who have downloaded the game to play cooperatively and has also been enhanced with a new single-player mode. Unlike the original, all multiplayer game play is handled wirelessly. Once players finish the main quest, they will unlock new stages and abilities to expand the game’s replay value.

Fans of Nintendo’s downloadable games will be getting a special Zelda treat as well. Between October 3, 2011, and February 20, 2012, select retailers will carry limited-edition cards highlighting the series’ 25th anniversary. The Nintendo 3DS Prepaid Card, which is used in the Nintendo eShop of the Nintendo 3DS system, features an image of Link battling Ganon. The Nintendo Points Card, which can be used in the Wii Shop Channel or Nintendo DSi Shop, shows Link flying high in a scene from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.

In other game news, families can look forward to making fun holiday memories with new games like Fortune Street (December 5) for the Wii console and Fossil Fighters: Champions (November 14) for the Nintendo DS family of systems. Third-party publishers are also adding to the roster of great games headed for Nintendo systems between now and the end of the year, including Just Dance 3 (October 7) for the Wii console from Ubisoft, Go Vacation (October 11) for the Wii console from NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure (October 16) for the Wii and Nintendo 3DS systems from Activision Publishing, Zumba Fitness 2 (November 15) for the Wii console from Majesco Entertainment and Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (November 15) for the Wii and Nintendo 3DS systems published by SEGA. For more information and to see a listing of upcoming third-party games for Nintendo systems, visit nintendo.ca.

Looking Ahead to 2012

Beyond the holiday season, Nintendo is already making plans for 2012. Nintendo is revealing a previously unannounced 3D Mario tennis game for the Nintendo 3DS system. Mario Tennis (name not final) will launch in 2012 and more details will be announced later.

Also in 2012, Nintendo 3DS owners will be able to enjoy a new 3D installment in the Animal Crossing franchise. This version will include a number of options not available in previous versions. These include the ability to become the head of the village and boost its development, a way to install certain items in the village to make its characteristics more personalized for each player, and the ability to view homes of other players who are tagged through StreetPass connections.

In 2012, Nintendo 3DS fans will also see the arrival of new games in the Luigi’s Mansion and Paper Mario franchises.

In one final bit of news, the development team for Kid Icarus: Uprising for Nintendo 3DS has determined that more time is needed to complete the game. As a result, the game will now launch in 2012. Nintendo is also in the process of developing 3D Kid Icarus animations with critically acclaimed Japanese anime production houses. These animations will be made available free of charge via the Nintendo Video service to Nintendo 3DS owners worldwide.

Remember that Wii and Nintendo 3DS feature parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about Nintendo, visit nintendo.ca.

J!NX: Silence Will Fall

from J!NX:

“The Universe is cracked. The Pandorica will open, Silence will fall.” No worries, though, with the last of the Time Lords and Ms. Pond on the case! Forget what spooky prophecies may portend; chances are the Doctor wrote them himself! With trusty sonic screwdriver in hand, more than just the Silence will fall.

The Silence Men’s Tee
The Silence Women’s Tee

$10 off your order of $45+
Use Promotion Code: 11THDOCTOR
This offer expires Monday, September 19, 2011 at 11:59PM PDT, so don’t wait!
*can’t be combined with any other offers, sale prices, or discounts

The Guild Season 5, Episode 07: “Downturn”

from The Guild:

Episode 07, “Downturn” is now available on MSN and Bing as well as Xbox Live and Zune, and will come to the web on Thursday.

Zaboo’s Seat-Saver’s network gets serious as Clara tries to cozy up with a new group of friends.

Special thanks to HalloweenCostumes.com (where you can now pre-order an officially licensed Codex costume). Steampunk clothing provided by Clockwork Couture. Special thanks to Sypher Studios for providing the Steampunk booth gear — check out Sypher’s Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade.

Catch up on all of Season 5 on Xbox Live and Zune and via MSN and Bing. Connect with The Guild: Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Tumblr, Flickr and our Fan Community.

Hasbro at New York Comic Con!

from Hasbro:

For the first time at New York Comic Con, Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) will attend the convention at the Javits Convention Center in New York City from October 13-16 to present many of its iconic brands and meet with fans. Hasbro will have a significant booth presence featuring current and upcoming products from its Transformers, G.I. Joe, Jem and the Holograms and Kre-O brands and Beyblade, Marvel and Star Wars lines. Additionally, Hasbro will host panels for several of its properties and action figure lines as well as offer for sale several HasbroToyShop.com special edition products made for New York Comic Con convention goers.

In addition to its booth exhibition during the main convention, Hasbro will be the title sponsor of New York Comic Con’s “NYCC Kids!” taking place on Sunday, October 16. Within NYCC Kids!, Hasbro will host the National Beyblade Championship where semi-finalists from around the country will battle in head-to-head competition to be crowned the Beyblade U.S. Champion. The Beyblade National Championship winner will be awarded travel to the Beyblade World Championship, in Toronto, Canada in March 2012. A worldwide phenomenon, Beyblade is a battling tops game with a focus on strategy and high-performance competition. Kids collect, customize and compete head-to-head to be the last Beyblade top spinning. Fans can visit BeybladeBattles.com for additional information, official rules and kids 8-13 can register for regional qualifier events.

“Hasbro is looking forward to an exciting and substantial presence for its first ever participation in New York Comic Con,” said Jeff Jackson, vice president of U.S. marketing for Hasbro. “As this show continues to grow we’re thrilled to be attending this year to offer our fans the opportunity to engage with Hasbro’s brands in unique ways at both the convention and NYCC Kids! events.”

Hasbro’s NYCC Kids! presence will also offer families the opportunity to experience its new Kre-O Transformers line of construction toys and new Nerf Vortex line of disc blasters. More details about Hasbro’s booth, panels, special edition New York Comic-Con figures and other special events at the convention will be released in the coming weeks. Hasbro will be located at booth #302. For more information about New York Comic Con and NYCC Kids!, fans and families can visit NewYorkComicCon.com.

“Star Fox 64 3D” Barrel Rolls Into Glorious 3D on Nintendo 3DS

from Nintendo of Canada:

In the distant corners of the Lylat system, the evil Andross is marshaling his forces to spread chaos, and only one team of flying heroes is up to the task of defeating him. Starting September 9, Nintendo 3DS owners can take to the skies as Fox McCloud and his band of flying aces in the Star Fox 64 3D game as they soar through multiple worlds to restore order. September 9 also marks the debut of the new Flame Red version of the Nintendo 3DS system, which is available at a suggested retail price of $169.99.

In addition to the full original game, Star Fox 64 3D also includes a new multiplayer mode in which up to four players can compete in an aerial dogfight to see which of them is master of the skies. Up to four Nintendo 3DS owners can compete, even if only one player has a Game Card. This mode also makes use of the Nintendo 3DS inner camera: With this optional feature, as fighters zip across the screen, players’ faces are displayed along with their ships. When one player triumphs, his or her image receives a victory crown. At the same time, the winner can relish in the other players’ images of defeat.

This Nintendo 64 classic has been given a complete graphical overhaul. Now players can see 3D depth and distance without the need for special glasses. The game also takes advantage of the built-in gyroscope of the Nintendo 3DS hardware by letting players control their spacecraft by moving the system in any direction. This optional control scheme gives players even more precise control as they navigate asteroid fields and waves of enemy lasers.

“With the launch of Star Fox 64 3D, a hot new hardware color and $169.99 suggested retail price, Nintendo 3DS offers more entertainment variety and value to consumers than ever before,” said Ron Bertram, Nintendo of Canada’s vice-president and general manager. “Through competitive multiplayer modes and intuitive motion controls, Star Fox 64 3D delivers yet another standout game-play experience that is exclusive to Nintendo 3DS owners.”

Remember that Nintendo 3DS features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about this and other features, visit nintendo.com/3ds.

For more information about Star Fox 64 3D, visit starfox643d.nintendo.com.

ThinkGeek’s New Multitool to End All Multitools

from ThinkGeek:

Have you seen the mail carrier?

Our winged robot monkeys have dropped off bundles of ThinkGeek catalogs at your local post office, so your mailbox should be 1337% more awesome very soon. What a perfect way to practice reading skills with back-to-school-aged geeklings!

Once reading time is over, you can nuke some BaconPop and watch The Man Trap, the very first Star Trek episode, which originally aired on September 8, 1966. We don’t recommend watching it with someone named “Nancy.”

Kelvin.23 All In One Tool
The urban super-tool. When we moved out of our parents’ houses and into our own places back in the day, very few of us were given the tools necessary to do things around our new abodes. Don’t let this happen to the newbie first-place-r in your life. Get ’em a Kelvin.23 All In One Tool. The Kelvin is a unique, super functional hand tool designed for the everyday jobs you encounter living on your own. With the Kelvin, you can hang pictures, tighten up a loose ceiling fan, and measure small spaces before buying furniture too large for them. No more running around the house trying to remember where you last used the Phillips head. Everything you need is in the Kelvin, just waiting to help out with your next project.

Take $10 Off — Keep the Dreamcast alive
On September 9, 1999, Sega released an amazing game system called the Dreamcast in the US. We hold it in our hearts to this day — especially our Graphic Designerd Christian, who has “Seaman” running 24/7 in his office. Use code DREAMCAST to keep the dream alive and save $5 off orders of $30+ or $10 off $60+ until 11:59pm ET on 9/9/11.

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J!NX: Premiums for All

from J!NX:

Premium, premium, premium. That seems to be a constant topic of discussion out here at the J!NX Fortress. It turns out that a bunch of you love our Premium Tees just as much as we do. The solution — bring you guys more of them. Over time, we’ll be releasing a bunch of new stuff, as well as some all-time favorites as premiums. This time around, we got these beauties, with a whole bunch more on the way.

World of Warcraft Epic Purple Shirt Premium Tee
World of Warcraft Warlock Legendary Class Premium Tee
World of Warcraft Tanks… You’re Welcome Premium Tee

J!NX: Notice Anything New? Plus a Labor Day Promo

from J!NX:

We’ve Redesigned Our Site
After five years, we bring an entirely new face to JINX.com. We know this will be shocking to many of you that have been around for years, but we assure there is something that resembles a method to all of this madness. Ever-esteemed Programmer-at-arms, Brolo, has crafted a handy blog entry to help you understand exactly how many levels of awesomesauce this new design is over its predecessor. But we definitely want to hear from you. Leave us some comments on your initial thoughts, rants, and raves about what you think. More importantly, let us know if you come across anything that’s completely, or even mildly, borked. We want to get all the borked-up parts cleaned up, and make sure we can still bring you the best geek/gamer apparel site on every corner of the interwebs.

Tip of the Week: The size selector in the navigation bar on the left menu shows you what’s IN STOCK based on your size.

SteelSeries Dual Anniversary Celebration
2011 marks 20 years that Blizzard has been putting out awesome games, and 10 years that our friends over at Steelseries have been putting out the best computer peripherals. They want you in on the celebration, and they’re letting you put together the prize package, including some of the most awesome J!NX swag available.

Spend $25 or more, and get $10 off your total order.
Use Promotion Code: LABORDAY
This offer expires Tuesday, September 06, 2011 at 11:59PM PDT, so don’t wait!
*can’t be combined with any other offers, sale prices, or discounts