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Xbox One S 500GB Console w/ Mass Effect Andromeda, Forza Horizon 3, Halo 5 $299 save $100 @ BigW

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GoingGoingGong on 23/03/2017 - 11:06 bigw.com.au (3373 clicks)
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A few Xbox One S bundles with Mass Effect Andromeda being discounted today, but I haven't seen this one yet.
Includes Mass Effect Andromeda, Forza Horizon 3, and Halo Guardians 5.

My local store (Dapto, NSW) has stock and is matching the price.

Update: My local store sold me the bare console and the three games on disc. Put the console through at $299 and the two extra games at $0.01 each.

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  • aeon05 on 23/03/2017 - 11:08
    +5

    Thats a really great deal

  • silverrat23 on 23/03/2017 - 11:16
    +7

    Here's a screenshot in case Big W's website goes down (which is planned for tomorrow and Saturday).

    https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/70085/47569/2017-03-23…

    • apptrack on 06/04/2017 - 12:29
      +1

      Thanks, they forgot to include Halo, called and provided screenshot, sending it now :)

  • Chance on 23/03/2017 - 11:16
    +5

    Can pay with 5% off gift cards and if you have family or friend work for woolies another 5% off.
    Good deal op

  • Loki556 on 23/03/2017 - 11:32

    No in-store pickup? :)

  • OkayFray on 23/03/2017 - 11:45
    +7

    I remember seeing this article a while back. If you want to watch 4k Blu Ray, buying an Xbox One S is actually cheaper than buying a standalone 4K Blue Ray player.
    Not sure on the current pricing but the article is only a few months old.

    https://www.kotaku.com.au/2016/12/the-xbox-one-s-is-the-chea…

    • chew_chew on 23/03/2017 - 13:26

      Bought a Xbox one last month for $299.
      In terms of using it as a Blu-ray player, I find it has limited functionality but works ok

      • xND on 23/03/2017 - 13:43

        I'm interested in using it as a 4k player, what's it lacking?

        • chew_chew on 23/03/2017 - 14:18

          For one it doesn't allow changing the aspect ratio which I find annoying

        • brotherfranciz on 23/03/2017 - 19:24
          +2

          @chew_chew:

          Can't that be done through the tv? I can with mine.

    • kev98 on 23/03/2017 - 13:45
      +1

      What I find odd is that you can't play blurays out the box, you need to download their bluray player app. Doesn't make much sense to me

      • garage sale on 23/03/2017 - 13:49
        +6

        Licensing …

        • kev98 on 23/03/2017 - 13:49

          I see

      • Smigit on 23/03/2017 - 14:29
        +1

        The app also gets updates independent of the Xbox.

    • opt on 24/03/2017 - 16:24

      I’m tossing up between this and the Samsung 8500 3D 4k Blu-Ray player. Currently selling for around $350, but I have seen it under $300, so might be able to grab one for the same price as this if I wait. Some reviewers have noted few minor issues using the Xbox as a dedicated media player like the lack of new audio standards (e.g: Dolby Atmos), somewhat lacking HDR picture quality compared to dedicated players, no 4k upscaling for low-res media (DVDs, and FHD Blu-Rays), buggy 3D support, and having to use a game controller as a remote etc.. But on the other hand you get to play “real” games (not all that important to me, but a bonus nonetheless), have better application support and good community support. So it’s a tough choice..

  • LuthLexor on 23/03/2017 - 11:48

    woah, cheap

    • KLoNe on 23/03/2017 - 12:17
      +26

      … It's. A. Console.

        • KLoNe on 23/03/2017 - 12:30
          +17

          No. It's like saying: 'the only thing putting me off this car is the lack of dragon blood and unicorn support'.

        • BadGiraffe on 23/03/2017 - 12:33
          +1

          Agreed. Just because it's a console, it doesn't mean that it can't take different kinds of inputs.

          Being a console sitting under my TV though, I use controllers. But I have friends who have their consoles next to their PCs on a desk, so I know where you're coming from.

        • Trantor on 23/03/2017 - 12:36

          @flaminglemon: Exactly, which is what I'd be doing, if I got one. Not sure why people get their panties in a wad by just stating a preference, not asking them to change theirs.

        • FrankMcFuzz on 23/03/2017 - 13:02

          @Trantor: I am on the other side of the spectrum, where I take issue with people who don't like to use PC because they like controllers. It's like, guess what genius, PC supports controllers. "Oh man I want a console so I can play it on my TV". You can play PC on your TV too, derpface! >:( lol but anyway

          With the console (most shooting genres) ecosystem the way things are, I don't think they're going to implement full KB/Mouse support for shooters without some sort of segregation system, because (I say this as a controller-preferrer) the Mouse/KB guys would absolutely ruin the controllers.

          But, either way, both consoles are getting mouse and keyboard support. Micro$oft is gearing up for UWP, so the xbox is going to have keyboard support soon if it doesn't already. The only thing stopping devs from making keyboard and mouse games in a couple years would be a decision o the part of the devs.

        • Trantor on 23/03/2017 - 13:10

          @FrankMcFuzz: I know, it silly isn't it, there's been controllers on PC almost as long as games, joy sticks, steering wheels etc. i'm not sure why some feel threaten with people using other things, whether its on the PC or gaming console, but going by the negs, it seems just saying what you like seems to rile them up lol

        • FrankMcFuzz on 23/03/2017 - 13:22

          @Trantor: All you need to say is "As a Metal Gear fan, I was very disappointed by Metal Gear Solid 5" and just wait for the message about comment deletion due to dislikes lol.

        • garage sale on 23/03/2017 - 13:51

          They definitely segregate console and PC users …..Games with ranking PC has unfair advantage.

    • Robydc on 23/03/2017 - 12:44
      +1

      Half way there
      http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/like/172523996781?chn=ps

      :P

  • sauce2k6 on 23/03/2017 - 12:18

    anyone want to sell me Mass Effect cheap lol

  • docmartin on 23/03/2017 - 12:20
    +4

    Making it really hard to wait for Scorpio :(

    • PAOK11 on 23/03/2017 - 12:53

      Also my problem be strong

    • theguyrules on 23/03/2017 - 13:41
      +1

      Meh, I'll be getting a Scorpio but this was cheap enough for me to grab in the meantime.

    • brotherfranciz on 23/03/2017 - 19:30

      You could always trade this in for the Scorpio when it gets released. Similar to a lot of people who did that with PS4 -> PS4 Pro.

  • Rick1111082 on 23/03/2017 - 12:22
    +1

    Must resist. Already have a ps4 pro, but want to play halo and gears of war!!

    • BadGiraffe on 23/03/2017 - 12:35

      In the same boat. MS are making it hard for me to justify getting an XBox One S. What do I tell my Pile of Shame?

    • kev98 on 23/03/2017 - 13:46

      get one for Forza & Halo!

    • sillyguy on 23/03/2017 - 17:22

      Same here same here, damn! I also got an old Xbox One!

  • NickosFoivos on 23/03/2017 - 12:31

    how much could i sell all these games for?

    am interested in just the console

  • NedStark102 on 23/03/2017 - 12:59
    +2

    Definitely a much, much cheaper option than upgrading my PC to run Mass Effect at reasonable settings.. but at the same time i'm a little hesitant due to probably needing to buy an external HDD / Scorpio in the not so distant future. Tough decision, but a great deal nonetheless.

  • FeZZa21 on 23/03/2017 - 13:17
    +1

    if Interstellar was available on UHD bluray then I'd grab this in an instant, but not going to because I already have a ps4 pro and don't need an xbone that I'm not going to game on.

    • the last jedi on 25/03/2017 - 04:45
      +1

      Damn I always thought Interstellar was available in UHD until I saw your comment and decided to look it up! That was one of the first things I was going to buy when I got a 4k TV/x1 :(

  • eneloop on 23/03/2017 - 14:32

    Guys Xbox scorpion is coming please don't get sucked in to this "deal" they are just trying to unload old stock before new ones arrive

    • Rumbaar on 23/03/2017 - 14:59

      I brought a Roku Ultra for around $300, to run as a EMBY client front end. This for $299 is a more cost effective media front end, as it runs Windows 10 Apps, coupled with the ability to actually play games.

      But yes, for a pure games console, it's best to wait.

  • mrpickle on 23/03/2017 - 15:38

    Anyone know if JB HiFi will match this deal and throw in Halo 5 with there current bundle deal?

    • slknv on 23/03/2017 - 16:43
      +2

      I stopped by Eastland today to pick it up from BigW, but they wouldn't match their own online price :(
      EB Games - useless as predicted, but I asked there anyway.
      JB Hifi - no deal.

      • itstuan on 23/03/2017 - 16:49

        just order online and pay $9.99 delivery fee, save time & petrol running around asking for price match

        • slknv on 23/03/2017 - 16:51
          +1

          Yep I ordered online - I just happened to be at Eastland anyway. My problem is that I'm usually not home to sign for a delivery, so then it's a pain to organise a redelivery or go to the depot to pickup. I could deliver it to my work, but I've been getting waaaay to many online orders delivered there and it's starting to be a problem!

        • itstuan on 23/03/2017 - 16:57
          +2

          @slknv: lol, online shopping is an addition and yes it is a problem haha.
          but I hear you, you could try ask your colleague if the package could be delivered under his/her name though, so you stay out of trouble :)

      • GoingGoingGong on 23/03/2017 - 17:09
        +2

        Here's the receipt if that helps.

        https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/174418/47581/xbox-one-…

        • Messiahlad on 26/03/2017 - 15:32
          +1

          Thanks for this, it really helped. The Tamworth store honored the deal as the website was down. They were really friendly about it too so I'm very impressed with the level of service i got.

    • Undies1 on 24/03/2017 - 17:29
      +2

      I got it from JB HiFi today and they matched exactly.

      I wanted to swap Halo 5 for The Division instead and they said no, but they ended up not being able to find the Halo download token and offered me one of four other games, one of which being The Division.

  • itstuan on 23/03/2017 - 16:24
    +3

    No time to play games, bought one anyway..

  • eneloop on 23/03/2017 - 18:07

    I need the new Nintendo classic

    • MrGrinchy on 23/03/2017 - 21:08

      why, just get the emu for android and roms online

  • Vlaka on 23/03/2017 - 19:59

    all great trashy titles for trade ins or ebay.

  • mrpickle on 23/03/2017 - 21:17

    Do you get the dlc codes by email on purchase or do they send them with the console?

    • Slave1 on 23/03/2017 - 21:29

      OP said big w included the discs in the bundle so no dlc codes.

      • [Deactivated] on 23/03/2017 - 21:51

        OP had his local store price match where they included the disks. OP did not purchase this deal online.

      • GoingGoingGong on 23/03/2017 - 23:40

        Website says DLC codes for Forza Horizon 3 and Halo 5: Guardians. I did get all three on disc when the local store price matched.

  • OhNoUShiz on 23/03/2017 - 23:24

    Does anyone know when will this deal expire?

  • Cheap Rich Guy on 24/03/2017 - 00:20

    Great deal for 500GB but need a good 1TB console deal.

    • Messiahlad on 24/03/2017 - 08:10

      I know the feeling, at least external drives work well.

  • misterpotatomato on 24/03/2017 - 09:28

    I got mine from Beenleigh big w, got three discs as well. Traded them all in for steep.

    • landroverz7 on 24/03/2017 - 13:04

      If you don't mind me asking, where did you trade in the games? and how much would you get from the disc versions for these games.

      • misterpotatomato on 24/03/2017 - 16:55
        +1

        I believe all three games traded in at about 70 dollars or so. I traded them in for steep.

    • xND on 24/03/2017 - 13:43

      I asked my store and they would not give physical copies with the deal. :/

      • xeion on 24/03/2017 - 14:25

        Also did the same and was declined the bundle based on one of the games being download token.

      • tukangbakso on 24/03/2017 - 15:54

        I went to 4 stores and all of them denied to price match. (BigW Macquarie Centre, TopRyde, Merrylands and Auburn)

        BigW Auburn said they would honor the price match but they dont have any in stock.. the guy told me to come back next week, but he wasn't sure that any shipments were coming

      • misterpotatomato on 24/03/2017 - 17:02

        So, we rang and asked, and the guy said three physical discs came with it. When we got there the guy attempted to give us download codes but we asked for discs, and he said we could have either. So we chose discs.

        Then he couldn't put it through, so he called his manager, who flew in, said no, and then flew out. We leant on the guy a little bit more, said we had made a special trip (which we had), etc etc, so he called a more senior manager over to approve it. That manager had no issue with it.

        I take issue with big w trying to advertise something online and then run away from it in store.

        It takes longer than time itself to initially update the console and games though. 8 hours on fast cable.

        Also they are fabulously easy to develop for!! They run Universal windows apps. I wrote an internet Radio app in about three minutes. Really exciting stuff (for me anyway).

  • psyherin on 24/03/2017 - 16:05

    I bought 2 xbox S for me and a mate. I have staff discount so it was good deal. he wanted only the console so I am going to get another controller for the xbox S
    Worked out to be cheaper in the end.

  • pointblank on 25/03/2017 - 09:41
    +1

    Looks like Halo 5 has been removed from the deal.
    I bought mine yesterday so fingers crossed I get the game :S

  • xeenx77 on 25/03/2017 - 13:17

    When does this sale end? next week?

  • mrpickle on 30/03/2017 - 23:58

    Anyone else get a download token for Halo The Master Chief Collection in addition to Halo 5 physical disk with the bundle? I was surprised to see it included. Wished I hadn't ordered it on eBay a few days before.

    • GoingGoingGong on 31/03/2017 - 06:20

      No, didn't get it. That would've been a nice surprise though.

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