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It’s officially Sunday, which means the weekend is once again coming to a close. We’ve rounded up the best deals available this weekend across games, technology, and more! New titles are seeing discounts, and plenty of hardware is on sale, too. The best deals for Sunday, February 25, include Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Persona 3 Reload, PlayStation 5 Slim, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, and more.Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth for $39.99Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is the latest title in the long-running RPG series. Kiryu Kazama returns following the events of Yakuza: Like a Dragon, uniting with Ichiban Kasuga in a wild adventure you won’t forget anytime soon. This $30 discount just a month after launch is a great deal you shouldn’t pass up on, though newcomers should aim to play the previous titles in the series before jumping in.Xbox Series S Starter Bundle for $219.99If you’ve yet to pick up a console this generation, look no further than this Xbox Series S Starter Bundle. This package includes an Xbox Series S console with 512GB of storage, one Xbox Wireless Controller, and 3 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. At $219.99, you can save $80 off this already great deal.19% Off Persona 3 Reload Persona 3 Reload is already one of the biggest 2024 releases so far. The remake brings in new gameplay features, new voice actors, and an impressive slew of technology, including ray tracing. It’s already on sale right now at Amazon for $56.99, which saves you $13 off the game. If you’ve never experienced the story of Persona 3, this is the definitive way to do so.Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection for $39.99This Mega Man collection is a great pickup if you like RPGs, shooters, and platforming! All ten Battle Network games are included, making this a complete collection. Also included are a music player, hundreds of concept art pieces, and optional high resolution filters. The Switch version of this collection is regularly going in and out of stock, which can make this deal hard to pass up if you’re a collector.PlayStation 5 Slim Bundle for $449.99Sam’s Club is running a great deal on the Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 Slim bundle. For $449.99, you will get the PlayStation 5 Slim with the disc drive and a digital copy of Spider-Man 2. That’s over $120 of savings altogether. If you or someone you know has yet to purchase a PlayStation 5, this is a great deal to take advantage of.Anker 2-in-1 Portable Battery with Wall Charger for $59.99This 2-in-1 charger has everything you could ever need. Its first function is as a wall charger, where you can charge up to three devices at once with two USB-C ports and one USB-A port. Travel is where this device gets very convenient, as it also functions as a portable charger. With a 10,000 mAh capacity, you can charge your phone, laptop, or accessories multiple times with no issues.Save 50% Off Star Ocean: The Second Story RStar Ocean: The Second Story R is a gorgeous remake of the second Star Ocean title. Made in HD 2.5D, the pixelated sprites traverse across a gorgeous 3D environment. The physical edition of this game has been quite hard to find, with most retailers sold out of it. If you’re interested in the Star Ocean series, pick this one up at a discount while you still can.Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 for $34.99Great news for stealth action fans: Woot has Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 for $34.99, which is the lowest price we’ve seen yet. This is a great package with the first three Metal Gear Solid games, in addition to Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake. If you’ve yet to play through the Metal Gear series, the Master Collection is how to do so on modern platforms.Return to Monkey Island for $13.99Return to Monkey Island marks the return of series creator Ron Gilbert in an all-new adventure that continues the beloved story. You can grab the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X right now at GameStop for $13.99. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review, stating, “Return to Monkey Island expectedly comes packed full of smartly crafted puzzles, funny dialogue, and memorable characters.”Fire Emblem Engage for $39.99Fire Emblem Engage is the latest entry in the long-running series. Acting as a celebration of previous titles, dozens of familiar faces returned and lent their strength in Engage. Each Fire Emblem title is standalone and can be played regardless of prior knowledge of the series, so jump in with Engage and experience the fantastic gameplay and memorable characters.48% Off PowerWash Simulator PowerWash Simulator took over the internet for a few months in 2023, with all sorts of fun to be had cleaning surfaces. Free crossovers have been released for Final Fantasy VII, SpongeBob, Back to the Future, and even more series. If you’re searching for a game that you can play to relax, PowerWash Simulator might be a good option for you.Lego 2K Drive for $24.99Amazon has a sweet discount on Lego 2K Drive this weekend! If you’re a racing game fan and haven’t checked out this game yet, now is a great time to see what it’s about. This release went a little under the radar at launch, but it’s a fun time overall. We gave the game a 8/10 in our review, stating, “LEGO 2K Drive is a wild and whimsical all-ages kart racer with an incredible custom vehicle creation tool that’s just about worth the price of admission alone.”