Ken McKown writes: A lot is being made of the Skylanders craze. Last year’s game was a surprising success, so when the sequel was announced, everyone was in a hurry to once again snatch up these plastic money-makers. We already reviewed Giants for consoles, but a lot of people have been wondering about the portable version. The 3DS is a marketing paradise, as just about every kid has one. I took it upon myself to level up my Crusher and Drill Sergeant on the portable version of the game. Then I continued with Gill Grunt, Chill, Ghost Roaster…I think I have a problem.
Dealspwn writes: This UK site are currently running a 3-for-2 offer on Skylanders Giants figurines and free shipping for orders over £39, and super-savvy HotUKDeals member Genki has worked out a way of getting an absolutely massive haul in time for Christmas so long as you're after the PS3 version.
As detailed in the HUKD post, you'll want to add the following to your basket to make the most of your money:
Skylander Giants Starter Pack (PS3) (3 figures, software etc.)
Skylander Giants Triple Pack A (3 figures)
Skylander Giants Triple Pack C (3 figures)
Skylander Giants Triple Pack E (3 figures)
Skylander Giants Triple Pack F (3 figures)
Skylander Giants Triple Pack G (3 figures)
Skylander Giants Scorpion Striker Battle Pack (2 figures plus weapon)
Skylander Giants: Giant Figure - Hot Head
Skylander Giants: Giant Figure - Swarm
Skylander Giants: Giant Figure - Thumpback
Doing so gets you free shipping and brings down the price to under £40, making this an absolutely amazing Christmas present. You could alternatively add one of the other console versions at a higher cost.
Best Buy's latest Deal of the Day promotion has discounted the Project Spark Starter Pack for Xbox One and Skylanders: Giants Portal Owners Pack for 3DS. Project Spark is listed at $19.99, whereas Skylanders: Giants is discounted down to $8.99. The deal is good only through today, November 20.
Fans of Activision's Skylanders series will soon have new limited-edition figurines with which to play.
