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Target Launches a Buy Two Get One Free Deal for Next Week
Sat Oct 29, 2011 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Target, Videogame Sales (all tags)
And just in time for 'Uncharted 3' to boot!
Let's skip with the whole lamenting the Christmas season coming ridiculously early and celebrate that for the next two months, we're going to be seeing the best deals of the year on videogames. It all starts out with a sale at Target.
The "buy two get one free" sale is exactly what it sounds like. You buy two games, you get another game absolutely free. With all the excellent new releases around right now, it's a good time to buy some games.
If you're a PlayStation 3 owner, the choices are many, but we've got our eyes on a 'Battlefield 3,' 'GoldenEye' and 'Uncharted 3' set. Not looking for three games? Go in with some friends on a trio of games and split the price, bringing each game down to $40 instead of $60.
Source: Joystiq
Target Exclusive 'Iron Man 2' Blu-ray Announced
Mon Jul 19, 2010 at 04:00 PM ETTags: Paramount, Target, Disc Announcements (all tags)
The Target edition of the action blockbuster will receive exclusive metal packaging.
The first announced retailer exclusive for Jon Favreau's 'Iron Man 2' Blu-ray will include metal case packaging exclusively at Target on September 28.
The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and standard supplements include: Commentary by Jon Favreau; Creating Stark Expo—A look at how the sets and computer-generated elements combine to create the massive set piece; Practical Meets Digital—How the "practical" props inform the "digital" work that ultimately brings our hero to life on screen; and four deleted and extended scenes with optional commentary by Jon Favreau.
The Blu-ray also comes loaded with a ton of exclusives including: S.H.I.E.L.D. Data Vault — Extend your knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with high-level clearance into S.H.I.E.L.D.'s digital data vault. Interact with select scenes from the movie that include new layers of graphics and insider information. View case files, dossiers, S.H.I.E.L.D. training films, tech details and more; Previsualization and Animatics; Ultimate Iron Man: The Making of Iron Man 2; Illustrated Origin: Nick Fury—A comprehensive journey into creating one of the most mysterious and influential heroes in the Marvel Universe; Illustrated Origin: Black Widow—An exciting look at the new femme fatale introduced in Iron Man 2; Illustrated Origin: War Machine—A look at the introduction of the character and how his friendship with Tony Stark resonates with fans; Working with DJ AM—Jon Favreau remembers working with Adam Goldstein; Four Blu-ray exclusive deleted and extended scenes with optional commentary by Jon Favreau; Concept art gallery; Theatrical trailers; and Music Video: AC/DC "Shoot To Thrill."
The release will also include a DVD/Digital Copy.
Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.99.
You can find the latest specs for 'Iron Man 2 (Target Exclusive Metal Case)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 28.
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- Iron Man 2 (Target Exclusive Metal Case) (Blu-ray)
HDD Cool Stuff: Target Exclusive 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' Blu-ray
Fri Feb 05, 2010 at 01:10 PM ETTags: Disc Announcements, Summit Entertainment, Target (all tags)
The Target edition will include a bonus disc of additional content and a collectible film cel.
Summit Entertainment is planning to release 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon (Two-Disc Deluxe Edition)' starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner on Blu-ray on March 20.
The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio Commentary by director Chris Weitz and editor Peter Lambert; Six-Part Documentary takes you behind the scenes of the film; Rehearsal Footage with Muse, who is featured on the hit soundtrack; and Three Music Videos from Death Cab for Cutie, Anya Marina and Mute Math.
The Target exclusive will also include a second disc of "never-before-seen" content including cast interviews as well as a collectible film cel.
Suggested list price for the two-disc edition still hasn't been revealed yet.
You can find the latest specs for 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' and 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon (Two-Disc Deluxe Edition)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 20.
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- The Twilight Saga: New Moon (Two-Disc Deluxe Edition) (Blu-ray)
- The Twilight Saga: New Moon (Blu-ray)
HDD Cool Stuff: 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' Blu-ray w/Transforming Packaging Exclusively at Target
Mon Oct 12, 2009 at 11:00 AM ETTags: Target, Paramount, Disc Announcements (all tags)
Target's Blu-ray exclusive for 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' has transforming packaging based on Bumblebee.
According to Target's website, the retail store will also be selling an exclusive Blu-ray version of Michael Bay's blockbuster sequel in which the case will transform into a 14' replica of Bumblebee in five easy steps.
The packaging art is shown below:
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The price for the Blu-ray exclusive has been set at $34.99.
You can find the latest specs for 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 20.
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- Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Blu-ray)
Target Blu-ray Exclusives Available September 29
Thu Sep 24, 2009 at 04:00 PM ETTags: Disc Announcements , Warner Brothers , Paramount, Target (all tags)
'Gremlins,' 'The Wizard of Oz,' and a 'Monsters vs. Aliens BD/DVD Combo' apparently will be available next week only at Target stores.
In one of the retailer's latest advertisements, three titles have been listed as surprise Blu-ray exclusives: 'Gremlins' will finally be available in high-definition for $22.99, 'The Wizard of Oz' will have a non-limited edition without all of the swag for $34.99, and 'Monsters vs. Aliens' will see a Blu-ray/DVD, will release for $24.99.
No details on the titles have been released.
We'll post more details on specs and supplements as soon as that information becomes available.
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Target Doubles Shelf Space for Blu-ray; HD DVD Levels Unchanged
Fri Sep 14, 2007 at 04:39 PM ETTags: Target, High-Def Retailing (all tags)
The nation's second largest retailer has quietly doubled its shelf space for Blu-ray, while retaining previous levels for HD DVD.
According to an article published today by Video Business, industry sources began noting the change over the last several weeks.
Although the retailer had previously stocked an equal number of HD DVD and Blu-ray discs, spotchecks at several Southern California stores (and one in Philadelphia) indicated that while the Blu-ray sections had at least doubled in size, the HD DVD sections remained the same.
As we've previously reported, back in July it was announced that Target and Sony had signed an agreement that will bring Sony's BDP-S300 Blu-ray player to Target stores nationwide for the holiday season, with Sony reportedly paying a fee for aisle displays featuring both the players and Blu-ray discs.
At the time, the retailer emphasized that it has not chosen sides in the high-def format war, and would continue to carry software on both formats.
Target had no comment in response to today's Video Business story, but BDA chairman Andy Parsons trumpted the move.
"You’re going to get a clear message when you see more Blu-ray than HD DVD, and you’re going to think something is up," said Parsons. "The message to the consumer is that one of these [formats] is dominating. You’ll go with the masses and pick titles from the one that is likely to win."
For their part, HD DVD supporters minimized the impact of Target's decision, attributing it to Blu-ray's current sales lead.
"For a retailer to make a decision on shelving, it’s a very flexible decision," Alan Bell, CTO at Paramount Pictures told Video Business. "Retail might be shifting inventory around, but at some point, there could be diminishing returns."
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- Related links:
- Target shelves in favor of Blu-ray [Video Business]
- Earlier on High-Def Digest:
- Target Shoppers to See Blu This Christmas
Target Shoppers to See Blu This Christmas
Thu Jul 26, 2007 at 12:46 AM ETTags: Target, High-Def Disc Marketing (all tags)
In a story that swept across the web Tuesday afternoon, Target has announced plans to help promote the Blu-ray format during this year's critical holiday shopping season.
The nation's second largest retailer already sells software on both next-gen formats in its stores, along with both the Blu-ray enabled PS3 and the Xbox 360's HD DVD add-on player.
But starting in October, the retailer says it will begin stocking its first stand-alone high-def disc player -- Sony's BDP-S300 Blu-ray player, which will be displayed along with a selection Blu-ray discs at the ends of store aisles.
According to press reports, the Sony Blu-ray player will the only stand-alone high-def disc player sold by the chain in its 1,500 physical stores. Although Sony is reportedly paying a fee for the aisle displays (called "endcaps"), the manufacturer says Target initiated discussions to carry the Blu-ray player.
Target declined to comment on the rationale behind the decision, but in a statement released to the Assiciated Press, the retailer emphasized that it has not chosen sides in the high-def format war.
"We are not proclaiming one format vs. the other as the preferred consumer technology, and software will continue to be available to our guests in both the Blu-ray and HD DVD format," said Target spokeswoman Brie Heath.
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- Related links:
- Target to Promote Blu-Ray DVD Format [AP, via Forbes.com]
Target Hits High-Def Bulls-Eye
Mon Oct 23, 2006 at 12:39 AM ETTags: High-Def Retailing, Target (all tags)
After sitting out high-def's launch, retail giant Target quietly began carrying HD DVD and Blu-ray titles this month in its 1,000-plus stores nationwide.
While Target's adoption of the next-gen formats has been known to (and discussed) among next-gen DVD enthusiasts online for over a month now, the company itself has yet to issue any formal announcements. Home Media Retailing recently took an informal survey of Target's top outlets and found that have all begun carrying both Blu-ray and HD DVD software.
Both new releases and catalog were offered at a discount, with stores evenly allocating shelf display of Blu-ray and HD DVD titles side-by-side. Target's in-store marketing displays also explained that an HD DVD or Blu-ray player is required to play each format's respective software.
Despite the lack of a concentrated high-profile push for HD DVD and Blu-ray, the support of Target can only be seen as a major positive for both next-gen formats. HMR also found that local Target clerks were expecting the chain to carry both the Blu-ray-driven PlayStation 3 and Microsoft's HD DVD add-on drive for the Xbox 360, which should also help boost consumer awareness and sales for high-def hardware.
We can only hope Target's customer service staff is a bit more knowledgeable than Best Buy...
- Related links:
- Target Goes High-Def [Home Media Retailing]
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