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Amazon business and news from across the web.- Daily Video Game Deals Jun 18 – The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak II, Terrifier: The ARTcade Game, Farmagia, Raidou: Remastered & MoreDaily video game deals for June 18th include discounts on The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak II, Terrifier: The ARTcade Game, Farmagia, and Raidou: Remastered. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms. Additionally, Citizen Sleeper and ROBOBEAT are currently free on the Epic Games Store.
- Amazon’s Got A Great Early Prime Day Deal On The Middle-Earth 6-Film CollectionAmazon is offering an early Prime Day deal on the Middle-Earth 6-Film Collection, which includes Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies on 4K Blu-ray and remastered Blu-ray, along with digital copies. The collection is discounted from $130 to $110. Additionally, deluxe illustrated editions of Tolkien's novels are also on sale.
- You Can Save $15 On The Lego Star Wars Grogu & Hover Pram SetThe Lego Star Wars Grogu & Hover Pram set is currently on sale at Target for $56, down from its original price of $70. This 1,048-piece set features a brick-built Grogu figure, his hover pram, and an information plaque. The article also mentions new Lego releases for June, including Star Wars and Pokemon themed sets.
Ghost in the Shell Anime Heading to Amazon PrimeThe new Ghost in the Shell anime series will be exclusively available on Amazon Prime Video in 240 territories starting July 7, 2026. A new trailer showcases protagonist Major Motoko Kusanagi and her team, featuring the ending theme "Blue" by Millennium Parade with Daniel Caesar and Saya Gray. The manga is published worldwide by Kodansha.
The Switch 2 Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster includes a stunning limited slip-cover, if you've got an Amazon…A new Nintendo Switch version of Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster will be released on July 27 in Japan for $43, featuring a limited 25th Anniversary slipcover with new artwork. This collector's edition is not yet available physically in the US or UK, requiring import and potentially incurring additional shipping and customs fees. The game itself is a game-key card release, necessitating a 30GB download.- You Can Grab The Nintendo Switch 2 For Just $434 For A Limited TimeWoot, an Amazon company, is offering the Nintendo Switch 2 for $434 with a limited-time coupon code for new accounts, down from its current price of $449. This deal is available until June 19 and represents one of the last opportunities to purchase the console at this price before it increases to $500 on September 1. The bundle includes the console, dock, and controllers, but no games, though it is backward compatible with original Switch software.
- One Of Hasbro’s Coolest Star Wars Replicas Gets Early Prime Day DiscountAmazon is offering an early Prime Day discount on Hasbro's Star Wars: The Black Series First Order Stormtrooper wearable helmet, reducing its price from $110 to $70. This movie-accurate replica is suitable for display or cosplay, featuring electronic voice distortion and an internal strapping system.
Amazon Exec Reveales 007 First Light Sequel NewsJeff Gattis, head of Amazon Gaming, clarified that while Amazon Game Studios is not publishing a sequel to 007 First Light, the game's success and player demand indicate a strong possibility for a follow-up. He emphasized that the decision will be based on market appetite and allowing the current game to have its moment.- Super Mario Lego Sets Are Up To 30% Off At AmazonAmazon is offering discounts of up to 30% on numerous Lego Super Mario and Mario Kart sets, including some that are retiring soon. Notable deals include the Mario Kart Standard Kart for $16 and the Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi set for $104. Interactive playsets featuring Princess Peach and Luigi are also available for $40 each.
- Amazon’s 3 4K Blu-Rays For $33 Deal Returns This MonthAmazon is running a limited-time promotion offering three 4K Blu-rays for $33, with eligible titles priced at $11 each. The sale includes a variety of films such as Dirty Harry, National Lampoon's Animal House, 1917, and Candyman. This deal is available ahead of Prime Day and automatically applies when three qualifying Blu-rays are added to the cart.
House of the Dragon star says he was channeling God of War's Kratos for season 3's Battle of the Gullet:…House of the Dragon actor Abubakar Salim revealed he drew inspiration from God of War's Kratos for his portrayal of Alyn of Hull, particularly for the character's rage-fueled performance in the upcoming Battle of the Gullet. Salim noted the parallels between Kratos and Alyn as men wronged by their fathers seeking to start anew. The article also briefly mentions the live-action God of War TV show and a new game titled God of War Laufey.
The Boys creator reveals his original NSFW pitch for the show and the mash-up we never got to see: "Deadpool meets…The Boys creator Eric Kripke revealed his original NSFW pitch for the Amazon Prime Video series, which he described as a mash-up of 'Deadpool meets Inglourious Basterds meets The Raid.' Kripke shared the pitch on Twitter, reflecting on how the show has stayed true to its anti-superhero mission statement since its inception.- The Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG Core Rulebook and Miniatures Are Up for Preorder at AmazonThe Dungeon Crawler Carl tabletop role-playing game core rulebook and miniatures are now available for preorder on Amazon, with a release date set for December 1, 2026. This marks the popular book series' expansion into the TTRPG space.
I sense a great deals-turbance in the Force, because the best Lego Star Wars sets are now up to 33% off for some reasonAmazon is offering discounts of up to 33% on a variety of Lego Star Wars sets, including newly released models like the Darth Vader Bust and midi-scale AT-AT. The sale features both large display pieces and smaller playsets, with some items reaching record low prices.
I think someone cast a spell on the best Lego Harry Potter sets, because you can save up to 33% right nowAmazon is offering discounts of up to 33% on a wide range of Lego Harry Potter sets, including both smaller kits and large display models. This sale appears to be a spontaneous promotion, with no specific event like Prime Day announced as the reason for the price reductions.
NeeDoh seems to be back in stock at Amazon, and it's not hideously overpriced for onceThe viral toy NeeDoh is reportedly back in stock on Amazon at prices significantly lower than reseller markups, though still inflated compared to last year. The article advises caution and suggests checking price history to avoid overpaying due to the toy's current popularity and scarcity.
I hear your Nintendo game price woes, but a bunch of Switch 2 pre-orders are actually $10 off if you know where to lookDespite high MSRPs for upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games like Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave and Mario Kart World, retailers like Amazon are offering discounts of up to $10 off the standard physical edition. This allows players to purchase new releases for $69.97 and $39.88 respectively, below their official launch prices.
George Miller reportedly wants to make a final Mad Max movie and TV show, but Fury Road distributor Warner Bros has…Director George Miller is reportedly seeking to sell the Mad Max franchise after Warner Bros declined to produce a final movie and TV show. Warner Bros, the traditional distributor, reportedly lost money on the recent prequel Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Interested parties including Universal, Amazon, and Sony are reportedly being approached.- Evening MetaverseAmazon has significantly updated the user interface for its Echo Hub smart display. Separately, Reddit has introduced a new feature allowing users to post videos directly within comments on the platform.
After playing the new remake of Tomb Raider, I'm convinced you can't actually remake Tomb RaiderThe author reflects on the evolution of Tomb Raider remakes, contrasting the original's experimental nature with modern "reimaginings" like Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. They argue that current big-budget game development struggles to capture the original's unique identity, which stemmed from the limitations and uncertainties of early 3D game creation.