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EB Games Email Promotion - Steam Link $36, Controller $63

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EB Games Email Promotion - Steam Link $36, Controller $63
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L0xdragon on 21/02/2017 - 21:48 ebgames.com.au (5033 clicks)
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Just received an email from EB games stating that they are selling each Steam Link item individually for the same prices as "Mad Monday".

"Take PC Gaming to the living room with Steam Link. Steam Link allows you to connect your PC with any TV in your home, so you can play your Steam games in full 1080P, 60FPS glory with a controller from the comfort of your couch. Limited time only! Must end 26th February. While stocks last."

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  • dipstick on 21/02/2017 - 22:03
    +1

    I picked one up not a week ago at full price, does anyone know if EB Games do anything in this regard?

    • 0xdragon on 21/02/2017 - 22:04
      +2

      Could always return the one you have and repurchase it (at another store, if you wish to avoid potential dirty looks) if you haven't used it?

      • d1s34s3d on 22/02/2017 - 09:37
        +28

        Or if you've opened it, buy new one at lower price and return unopened item to eb with old receipt.

    • chinezejew on 22/02/2017 - 00:53

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    • Well Wasted on 22/02/2017 - 11:40
      -7

      EB games will do a full refund for any purchase if you change your mind within 7 days… iv'e clocked a few games with my nephew and returned them within the week for a full refund. this is one of many reasons why digital media blows…

  • spazattack91 on 21/02/2017 - 22:07
    +1

    What are these like? Any good?

    • Agret on 21/02/2017 - 22:21
      +2

      Steam Link is fantastic if you can do Ethernet on each side of it, very low latency screen mirroring so you can play your PC games in your bed/living room using a gamepad.

      Steam Controller is horrible, I got one from an Amazon deal because I was a believer in it but it's just not good for anything. The PS4 controller with touchpad is much more useful.

      • x853 on 21/02/2017 - 23:16

        I purchased a Powerlink which allows for LAN via powerlines. If you don't live in an old place with crappy wiring it allows you to connect via ethernet for minimal lag.

        Either way steam links great

        • iLoveYourFace on 21/02/2017 - 23:50

          eh.. found out I had bad wiring by getting one of those adapters. Pretty disappointing

          Do you know how the LAN would work? Would it still be sending the signal through the internet or just through the wires? Modem to pc is bad but pc to lounge room might be alright

        • 4agte on 22/02/2017 - 02:16

          @iLoveYourFace:

          Your steam link technically only uses your local home network. Any internet required comes from the source pc. If your connection on the pc sucks than that problem will flow through to the usability of the Steam Link

      • DogGunn on 21/02/2017 - 23:38

        Completely agree with you on both the controller and Steam Link. Steam link has been great. Playing games like Rocket League with Xbox 360 controllers from another room on the TV with no noticeable lag, and good quality picture.

        The controller on the other hand is a failure in my opinion. I see what Valve tried to do, but I don't feel like I have anywhere near the control that I do with a normal controller.

        Had both since release in the US, so they may have changed the hardware slightly.

      • AXiS on 22/02/2017 - 08:35
        +1

        I was considering a Steam Link but ended up getting a 12m flat ribbon HDMI cable to run under doors from my PC to my living room (use use with a wireless Xbox controller), so consider the distance you'll be using and whether there's a way to just directly connect your PC to your TV without needing to worry about lag, image quality, etc.

        • 191919 on 22/02/2017 - 13:42

          can you please link the cable? :)

        • AXiS on 22/02/2017 - 17:52
          +2

          @191919: It was this one at a slightly longer length: https://www.scorptec.com.au/product/Cables/HDMI/57957-SP-2F-…

          You can probably find cheaper but I was having a PC shipped from scorptec at the same time. The only thing to check with long HDMI cables is the AWG rating (this one is 26AWG), with lower ratings better for signal transmission. Doesn't affect image quality or anything, it just means the wire is stiffer which makes sure there's still enough signal bandwidth from end-to-end. Matters more with low-power devices that can't push as much current over long distances.

        • 191919 on 22/02/2017 - 21:28

          @AXiS: thanks, i appreciate it! :)

      • geebee on 22/02/2017 - 09:31
        +2

        Different view on the controller, it is the most accurate controller ever made, and IMO the best controller ever made.
        You need to put in the time to retrain muscle memory if you already use a controller, it is also the most configurable controller ever made.

        • Alzori on 22/02/2017 - 19:12
          +1

          Seconding this, it took a while for me to get used to but I found it much better than a standard controller for FPS games. It's not as good as a keyboard and mouse of course, but being able to flick the pad for quick movements and using the two stage triggers for aiming and firing with one finger was fantastic.

        • Agret on 27/02/2017 - 00:55
          +1

          @Alzori: I find the controller to be better for FPS games also but I can't see it as better in any other genre. It feels like a waste of money to me. It's absolutely horrendous for platforming and fighting games. Although it is good for FPS games I still find the keyboard/mouse a million times better to use and just sit a keyboard/mouse on one of those wooden TV trays

      • sniper on 22/02/2017 - 15:38

        Can you use the touchpad bit on the PS4 controller to move the mouse pointer on the steamlink?

    • codhopper on 21/02/2017 - 22:26

      The steamlink is good. Works well over a wired link for me. You can game with a controller or keyboard and mouse, but I have only tried with the steam controller.

      The controller feels nice. The mouse pad works alright, but is no comparison to a real mouse. They come with a dongle, but you can sync the controller to the steamlink without it by holding X and pressing the sync button. PS3/PS4 controllers will also sync without anything extra (pairing is done with a usb cable and then you are free).

      If you already game with a controller it is great, but will probably take some getting used to if you are a kb/mouse user.

    • Diji1 on 22/02/2017 - 01:06
      +1

      I've read nothing but praise for the Steam Link.

      The Steam Controller seems to turn almost everyone who uses it against it - at first. Many users who stick with it for a few weeks claim to have almost most mouse like control in FPS games which is far superior to using a normal controller.

  • kirt on 21/02/2017 - 22:13

    Nice ;)

  • Hippy on 21/02/2017 - 22:32
    +2

    hah bloody hell; asked for this for Valentines day from the wife; and she ended up getting me the stream controller (for $89; takes a bit of getting used to; kinda miss the other thumb stick) great price drop and really keen to get both at this price; thanks very much OP would have missed it otherwise!

  • drazenm on 21/02/2017 - 22:44

    How would it be if streamed it over wifi from latop to the steam link, lag? Can i use Xbox 360 wireless controler?

    Thank you:)

    • Raynes on 21/02/2017 - 22:56

      There seems to be mixed reports for WiFi, but if you've got decent line of sight and a solid modem then sure why not.

    • x853 on 21/02/2017 - 23:18

      I use Xbox 360 wireless with a dongle. Works like a treat no issues. I heard the box also works with Wii u pro controllers.

      • drazenm on 21/02/2017 - 23:33

        did you buy the ebay dongle or you have the original microsoft one? i have the ebay one and i remember when i used to use i had issues with drives for it, it would and wouldnt connect/recognize the controller from time to time :?

        • 4agte on 22/02/2017 - 00:23

          I can't comment on using an eBay receiver with a Steam Link but on the pc it would very occasionally change to unknown device in device manager. To fix it I would manually select the driver and not have issues again for months. However, I've always wondered if I would have the same issues on the Steam Link. It isn't as though I can do a manual install to fix it on a Steam Link

        • x853 on 22/02/2017 - 10:24

          I am not too sure sorry. I bought it from the Microsoft store and I think it was sold as Xbox 360 wireless controller for PC. So it came with the recieve which attached to the link via usb

    • sniper on 23/02/2017 - 08:59

      Why not just plug laptop into TV via HDMI? The Steamlink is more of a solution for gaming on the TV when your PC is a fair distance away.

  • chiprillis on 21/02/2017 - 23:07

    Is it available in store at that price or only online?

    • 0xdragon on 21/02/2017 - 23:11

      You can do a Pickup@Store order, as per the website. So from that, it might be in-store as well.

    • Eskimo61 on 22/02/2017 - 14:36
      +2

      Just picked one up from my local store. Boxes on the shelf both labelled with sale stickers.

    • 0xdragon on 22/02/2017 - 18:31
      +1

      Can also confirm, picked up one from my local. No sale stickers but rep behind the counter told me the correct price without looking it up.

  • 4agte on 22/02/2017 - 00:15
    +1

    Great price for the Steam Link. For those in no hurry the controller is cheaper at Amazon

    • TheRealCJ on 22/02/2017 - 21:48

      Sadly it really isn't, once you factor in shipping and conversion to AUD, it works out just slightly cheaper, without any kind of Australian warranty.

      • 4agte on 22/02/2017 - 23:24
        +1

        It's $6 cheaper. That's a significant saving in my books. With Amazon reputation with warranty I have no problem sending them my money

  • kingofcheap on 22/02/2017 - 00:18

    If you're looking for the best in-home streaming solution then spend a bit more and get the Nvidia Shield. Using wired ethernet, I can stream my PC games at 4K resolution with HDR (as opposed to being limited to 1080p with Steam Link) to my LG OLED in my living room all without a hitch. Games like Shadow Warrior 2 and Resident Evil 7 look fantastic in 4K HDR!

    • 4agte on 22/02/2017 - 00:30
      +11

      If money isn't a consideration it is definitely the better option but $282 isn't what most would consider a bit more. It is over 7x the price

      • Diji1 on 22/02/2017 - 01:03

        Seeing as it has few moving parts I'd have no problems buying it second hand.

        • 4agte on 22/02/2017 - 01:09

          Cheapest one on eBay and it's not cheap. It is also auction so who knows what it will go for

      • DreadEmperor on 22/02/2017 - 01:27
        +3

        Not to mention exclusive to those with a Geforce…

      • kingofcheap on 23/02/2017 - 11:20

        I picked it up for $180 delivered from Amazon over a year ago and it came with both the controller and remote. Keep an eye on Amazon they seem to have sales going on the Nvidia Shield quite regularly. I would also recommend getting the older model as opposed to the new Shield that just came out - has all of the features of the new Shield but you get more ports (including an SD card slot) and you might be able to pick it up at a decent discount. Yep you do need a Nvidia Geforce card for Gamestream to work. Nvidia also recently added native support for Steam so you can also stream your entire Steam library in big picture mode just like Steamlink. I personally prefer using Nvidia's Gamestream as I can stream games in 4K HDR.

    • Diji1 on 22/02/2017 - 01:02

      I agree with you about resolution - can you still use Steam Controller when you stream like this?

      Also last i checked this is only an option for Nvidia video card owners of a minimum version (gtx 780 or something?).

  • jmart38 on 22/02/2017 - 00:20

    Just ordered mine for store pickup, cheers OP!

  • cnut on 22/02/2017 - 00:30
    +11

    Cheers, just what my girlfriend wanted for Valentine's. And by girlfriend I mean my right hand.

    • Diji1 on 22/02/2017 - 01:01
      +1

      Steam Link ain't called Steam for nothing!

  • edshays on 22/02/2017 - 06:37

    Looks like it no longer is available. Can't find the Steamlink product listing on the EB website

  • Oxxy on 22/02/2017 - 07:42

    Thanks OP, bought one somehwat recently, now have a second Steam link - great price! Cheers.

  • xiangdao on 22/02/2017 - 08:20

    Thanks OP. Got the last one at Box Hill

    • loke on 22/02/2017 - 11:25

      heh…at box hill too, guy told me the same thing!

      • TheMoDz on 22/02/2017 - 20:26

        lol they playin you guys

  • 2stroksmokr on 22/02/2017 - 08:37

    Thanks got the last one at my local. I can't believe I've never heard of this before.

    Looks really good and now I can dust off my wireless controllers that have been collecting.

    • 2stroksmokr on 22/02/2017 - 10:54

      Got confirmation an hour ago. Ready to pick up.

    • The Gent on 23/02/2017 - 21:12

      You may need a wireless reciever to have them communicate with your PC.

  • sinewaves7 on 22/02/2017 - 08:48

    The controller has definitely been cheaper at Ebgames, not sure about the steam link.

    Personally I love the steam controller but I'm in the minority. It takes some setting up for each game, and can take a while to get used to, but playing a third person shooter for example, aiming with the trackpad and then pulling down a paddle to enable the Gyro for precision adjustments just feels great.

    Wish the main 4 buttons weren't so far into the middle of the controller though.

  • Piranha2004 on 22/02/2017 - 09:26

    I think it will take a lot of getting used to the controller. I bought one from Amazon for Xmas but only used it once (and it was horrible). I plan to take it for a spin on Portal 2. Definitely a steep learning curve but well worth it from what Ive heard.

    • Zondor on 22/02/2017 - 09:51

      Personally from what I've seen it's best to use it to play keyboard and mouse games on the couch.

      Can't really play cities skylines or civ well with a regular controller.

  • devpress on 22/02/2017 - 09:51

    I already have the Nvidia Shield — is there any good reasons why I should also get the Steam Link ??

  • AusGeno on 22/02/2017 - 10:04

    Aaaand as usual EB Games happily take my online order, withdraw the money from my account only to message me back a couple of hours later saying OOPS we don't have any stock and we'll refund you your money in 4 days.

    Every goddamn time, when will I learn to stop trying to buy things online from EB Games.

  • Jumanji on 22/02/2017 - 10:14

    Looks like they are doing 1 unit per store, grabbed the unit at Castle Towers!

    Cheers OP

  • idonotknowwhy on 22/02/2017 - 10:22

    Can you steam-link things like MS Word/Excel?
    How about dolphin/pcsx2 emulators?

    Would like to work in the living room sometimes without moving the desktop. And the PS2/Gamecube look like *** on my TV, compared with the up-scaled emulators.

    • universe on 22/02/2017 - 10:34

      Steam link does not support this feature

    • Marty131 on 22/02/2017 - 15:39

      I've "Steam linked" non-steam games before, however that was using another PC with steam installed as the "receiver". Perhaps not possible with an actual Steam Link device. I've ordered a Steam Link just now to play FIFA (non Steam game), plan to use an XBOX360 controller + receiver. Will post back here with what I find.

    • sniper on 22/02/2017 - 15:42

      You can think of steamlink as a very specific desktop mirroring system. You can minimise steam and you will see your desktop and everything runs as if you are in front of your PC.

      As for emulators, you can add "non steam games" into steam. So if you already have the emulators on your PC you can add them to your steam library and run them as if you purchased it on Steam.

    • Abaddon on 23/02/2017 - 10:22

      Might want a chromecast for that usecase

  • froggym on 22/02/2017 - 10:27

    The store I ordered from is still showing it in stock even though they only have one and I got my email about it being ready for pickup. Should I be worried about them giving it away before I can get there this Arvo?

    • Jumanji on 22/02/2017 - 10:37
      +3

      Usually they get put aside with your receipt attached, doubt they would go ahead and resell. Easier to tell the person they have no stock than go about cancelling and refunding your order etc.

    • universe on 22/02/2017 - 10:39
      +1

      I ordered one from my local store. Received my pickup email. Told a friend who ordered from same store, then they cancelled his order even though it said 1/1 in stock. So im hoping online orders are protected. But if they dont put the item aside in store then yeah this probably could happen.

    • cnut on 22/02/2017 - 11:44
      +3

      Pretty sure 1/1 means the single item you ordered is available. Not how much stock they have. If you ordered 3 things it may have said 2/3 meaning one of the items wasn't available but two are at that store. If that makes sense. @universe

      • froggym on 22/02/2017 - 11:48

        I get what you are saying. I hope that is what they do.

        • SevenSmurfs on 22/02/2017 - 11:54
          +1

          Definitely is.. I picked up 3 for friends and myself and they have plenty in stock (at swanston st melb)

  • denist on 22/02/2017 - 10:51

    Hi Guys,

    I picked one up in Merrylands and i think they have more as there were 2 empty boxes on the shelf. For $36 why not :)

  • The Gent on 22/02/2017 - 13:14

    Awww yiew! Glad I waited until this weekend to buy.

    • The Gent on 22/02/2017 - 15:34

      PS: Got the last one of each at Castle Plaza, Adelaide

  • k3nnis on 22/02/2017 - 14:27

    I bought one (steam link) - ozbargain impulse buy lol
    Can you multiple steam link in the same household on 2 TV's? i.e. if I bought 2 steam links for 2 TV's.

    • Marty131 on 22/02/2017 - 15:40

      Simultaneously to 2 TVs/Steamlinks? No.
      Different times? Possibly.

    • The Gent on 23/02/2017 - 21:16

      I can't see why you couldn't steam link 2 separate accounts on 2 separate computers to 2 separate TVs.

  • killsophia on 22/02/2017 - 14:30

    Was reading the product info, and got a little confused.
    What's the difference between a Xbox One or 360 Wired Controller and Xbox 360 Wireless Controller for Windows? I bought a Xbox 360 Controller to play some controller-friendly steam games on Windows years ago, and can't remember at all which one it is or the difference between them, if any.
    Could someone give me a bit information?

    Cheers

    • starKz on 22/02/2017 - 14:56

      Xbox One Controller - New one controller / wireless / battery
      360 Wired - is hard wired and does not have a battery plugs in by USB or that weird circle adaptor into the 360
      360 Wireless for windows - wireless / battery, dongle provided for wireless connectivity between the steamlink / pc and controller.

      • killsophia on 22/02/2017 - 15:07

        Thanks! So it is the 360 Wired.
        Getting steam link then.

        • starKz on 22/02/2017 - 15:11

          make sure the end of it is USB, or you have the receiver for it. Should be good.

        • killsophia on 22/02/2017 - 15:16

          @starKz: it is. Thanks for reminding.

  • starKz on 22/02/2017 - 14:54

    Thanks, always wanted one of each.

  • Gravy on 22/02/2017 - 15:42

    Thanks. Picked up a steam link in Coffs Harbour late morning today. I think they possibly had one more in stock behind the glass shelf. Easy setup via ethernet. Image quality looks pretty good, tried it with a pinball game to test for lag and very minimal.

  • Corapmafya on 22/02/2017 - 17:08

    Thanks ordered one for pick-up from St Clair.

  • mavis30551 on 22/02/2017 - 17:17

    Good price IMO.

    Are they going to release a steam link 2? Maybe 1440P??

    Id buy one of these myself but I end up having to run a 10 Metre HDMI cord to my computer screen just to use my xbox.

  • Takius on 22/02/2017 - 18:33

    Awesome price on the steam link, just ordered one. Thanks!

  • tyb1987 on 22/02/2017 - 19:56

    Thanks. Bought one.

  • nedski on 22/02/2017 - 20:21

    When I bought both the steam link and the controller they were the same price. How is EB charging nearly double for the controller compared to the steam link?

  • bobri on 22/02/2017 - 20:47

    Great deal op, picked up a steam link.

  • cheesecactus on 23/02/2017 - 01:02

    Thanks, grabbed a steam link.

    Any experiences with controllers? I'm probably going to grab a 'Xbox One S Controller' from eb and use it over bluetooth.

    • Corapmafya on 23/02/2017 - 10:54

      I'm fairly certain any of the Xbox controllers are a safe bet. I use a 3rd party wired Xbox 360 controller myself and I have no complaints. Bought it used from EB games in fact (2 for $18).

  • Yabbie on 23/02/2017 - 10:41

    Thanks picked up the last two at the Caloundra store.

  • ops2000 on 23/02/2017 - 10:50

    Can anyone comment if that Razer Naga for $57 is a good buy?

  • lethalmoney on 23/02/2017 - 14:52

    got the "last one" at south morang, despite being 3 on the shelf and the dude walking out with a not held for order stock initially.. theres plenty around despite what the online store stock says.

    great little unit. can now play bf1 in the lounge, and it accepts BT devices.. the missus will be happy as my late night BF1 sessiosn wont be 1 room away anymore.

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