Ever feel like you should be rewarded for buying video games? Target does too, so that’s exactly what they’re doing!

• Click here to find a location near you @ Target.ca now

I don’t often include stuff from Target for two reasons. You can’t shop online in Canada, and there is no Target store where I live. A couple of years ago, Target bought a bunch of leases from Zellers and started putting in their own stores, but all of the ones near me are still under construction.

For all the people who do have a Target nearby, you should definitely wander in and check out this deal. When you purchase a Nintendo 3DS XL you will get a $50 gift card. You can use it for a game to go with your new console or an accessory. You can even use it for a completely non-video game related purchase, but that isn’t nearly as fun! The handheld costs $199.99.

There is no shipping as it is in store only.

(Expires: 13th June 2013)

Gaming on your cellphone not enough? Buy Nintendo’s handheld system and get a $40 gift card from Toys R Us Canada.

• Click here to shop 3DS consoles @ ToysRUs.ca now

And while you’re at it:

• Click here to check out the 3DS games @ ToysRUs.ca now

The beauty of this sale is that the 3DS games are all around $40, so you can use your gift card to get a game. There are tons of great games available so you should be able to find something good for your money. As far as the consoles go, they range from $169.99 to $199.99 depending on if you get the original 3DS or the bigger 3DS XL. The 3DS might be a little easier for kids while the 3DS XL is parent sized.

While I do most of my portable gaming on my phone now, it’s not because I don’t like the portable consoles. It’s more that I don’t have the time to play any more video games. I already have a huge backlog of PC and PS3 games to play so adding more would just be a waste. But that being said there are a lot of people who have the opposite thing going on. They are tired of all the little puzzle games and short games on their phone and want something more. There is a whole new category of gamers out there now who might not want to get a PS3 or xBox because it’d be wasted on them. A handheld is a perfect step up for those looking to kick their gaming live in to gear.

Shipping is free (up to a $20 value) when you spend $100 or more (before taxes).

(Expiry: 5th June 2013)

EB Games has a nice deal on this Nintendo DS game Golden Sun: Dark Dawn. Originally $39.99, the game is on sale for $9.99 new.

• Click here to check out Golden Sun @ EB games.ca

I know zilch about the game – because I do not own a Nintendo DS (feel free to buy me one if you want) – so I went to where I always go when I need to consult the geeky gods – Metacritic. The game scored a solid 79/100 with critics and 8.1/10 with fans. Those are pretty darn solid ratings. Evidently the game is a lot like the previous ones in the franchise – so if you hated on any of the previous ones – don’t buy this. However, if you loved them then you should buy this (or probably already have, then worn it out… and need to buy a new one).

I kinda like this guy’s review so I decided to quote him.. thank you jtg00001…

Golden Sun is as good as it ever was. That statement will mean one of two things for people: most fans will appreciate the details which are remeniscent of the original two GBA games and will smile at the similarities and embrace the nostalgia it brings; others, will likely find that the game is out-dated compared to today’s standard of RPG. This should not be a deterrent however, embrace the finely crafted traditional J-RPG style of gaming, appreciate the effort that has went into providing a relatively seamless transition from the GBA to DS, and remember the fun that can be had with Camelot’s Golden Sun series. Outstandingly familiar.

What the smart dude who has played this game said.

Shipping is as cheap as $4.99 for up to $75 worth of loot. You might want to check out other sale games to split the shipping cost among them.

(Expiry: Unknown)

This book is friggin’ awesome and the only thing that could possibly make it better is Amazon Canada and Bargainmoose bringing it to you for this price. Magic.

• Click here to buy your copy of The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia @ Amazon.ca

I have been going back and forth about whether or not I should write this up as a deal. It isn’t a sale per se, but the price is so amazing and the product is so awesome that I just had to put it up here. First off, the deal is as such: the book retails for $34.99 but Amazon.ca has it for $11.83 less at $23.18. So $24 for a book, big deal right? Well hold on, I’ll explain in a minute.

Before that though, I want to point out that, as is Amazon’s policy, they price match up to the date the item is released. So if the price goes lower between now and its release date of 29th January 2013, you get the lower price. The price on this one has indeed gone lower since I first looked at it a few months ago so it may continue to slide.

So why is this such a good deal? It’s because the book is so awesome to a certain subset of people that they could easily sell it for $50+ and make a ton of money. I’ll leave it up to the professionals to tell you why it’s such a great book.

From Amazon.ca:

Dark Horse Books and Nintendo team up to bring you The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia, containing an unparalleled collection of historical information on The Legend of Zelda franchise. This handsome hardcover contains never-before-seen concept art, the full history of Hyrule, the official chronology of the games, and much more! Starting with an insightful introduction by the legendary producer and video-game designer of Donkey Kong, Mario, and The Legend of Zelda, Shigeru Miyamoto, this book is crammed full of information about the storied history of Link’s adventures from the creators themselves! As a bonus, The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia includes an exclusive comic by the foremost creator of The Legend of Zelda manga – Akira Himekawa!

Obviously this is only going to be interesting to people who like Zelda games but in a certain age range, that is a lot of people. At this price, even a casual Zelda fan like myself, should be picking up a copy. I certainly will be getting a copy of this book. I’m even thinking of getting some for people for Christmas and just printing out and wrapping the pre-order receipt. How many Zelda fans out there? Let me see a show of hands in the comments.

I’ve got this killer up inside of me
I can’t talk to my mother, so I talk to my diary
I’m goin off on the deep end
I find myself face to face with myself while I’m sleepin

Geez, lighten up! When you buy one 3DS game at BestBuy.ca you can get a second one for 25% off. Tell your diary about that!

• Pick any two 3DS games at BestBuy.ca and get the second one for 25% off

BestBuy.ca has had some really good deals on, as of late. I told you yesterday about a fantastic 3DS deal (that is still on until 28th JUNE 2012) so if you happened to have taken advantage of it, you should look into this one too. The discount on the second game will be added automagically at check out.

So I know that paying $35 for a game seems kinda nuts when you can get hours of fun from a 99 cent (or even free) app on your tablet or phone but I really think using a handheld device that is dedicated to gaming is worth the extra cost. I have no issues with mobile games but you are (almost) always going to get a better experience from a handheld gaming device. The developers generally have more resources and a better platform to build on. The hardware is unified so there are no fragmentation issues. All in all, if you want to do some real handheld gaming, you should be looking at devices like the 3DS and the PS Vita.

(Expires: Unknown)

Buy any qualifying Nintendo 3DS system and get a mail in rebate worth $20!

• Click here to print your rebate form

Qualifying Nintendo 3DS systems include: Flame Red, Aqua Blue, Cosmo Black, Pearl Pink, Nintendo 3DS with Super Mario 3D Land Bundle and Flame Red Costco Bundle.

You must purchase or have purchased your Nintendo 3DS system between 1st March, 2012 – 16th April, 2012. Mail in your rebate form, original receipt and original UPC code before 31st May to qualify.

You can find the Nintendo 3DS systems in many stores. Walmart.ca has them for $169 with 97 cent shipping.

You should receive your mail in rebate in 6-8 weeks.

Pick up the Nintendo Wii New Super Mario Bros. Bundle for $149.99 and get a free sports kit worth $9.99. If you prefer the Nintendo 3Ds for $169.99, you’ll get a bonus game worth $28.89.

• Click here to shop @ Future Shop Canada

The Nintendo Wii New Super Mario Bros. bundle includes a black Wii console, black Wii remote Plus and nunchuck, the new Super Mario Bros. game, and the Super Mario Galaxy official soundtrack. The added bonus is a free sports kit worth $9.99 that will be automatically added to your cart.

The Nintendo 3DS for $169.99 in black, pink, red or aqua blue comes with a bonus game. Steeldiver, worth $28.89, will be added to your cart automatically at checkout.

Both of these items will be shipped to your home address for free!

Expires: 22nd March, 2012

Right now at Future Shop Canada, if you pre-order a pink Nintendo 3DS, you will get a free game with it.  This deal is on  for a limited time only.  My guess is that is is valid until 9th February because  you will be able to get this system in stores as of 10th February.

• Get this deal at Future Shop Canada

When you pre-order this game system you will get to choose between a free Super Mario 3D Land game or a free MarioKart7 game.  Both of these titles are great games from Nintendo.  The Nintendo 3DS is available for just $169.99 which is a great deal considering everything you get.  I did a little price comparison for this deal and found a Nintendo 3DS (in blue) at Amazon for $184.99 (no game included).  I also found it at Best buy for the same price as Future Shop but no free game included either.  Future Shop had the best deal on this game system and you get a free game with it!

(Expiry: Unknown but most likely 9th February 2012)

Pick up a new Nintendo 3DS at Best Buy Canada and get a $40 reward!

• Click here to shop this deal at Best Buy

The 3DS is available in red, black or blue for $169.99.

The Nintendo 3DS puts the power of cool 3D gaming in the palm of your hand. Its dual screen design remains true to its predecessor, but the top screen can display 3D visuals without the need for special glasses. And with a great selection of games to choose from, you’ll enjoy an immersive experience anywhere you go.

You’ll get a free $40 Gift Card for in store orders and in-store pick up. For online orders, you’ll get $40 off any video game with purchase. Add the 3DS to your cart and then add any video came to your cart and you’ll see the discount applied automatically.

Mario Kart 7 (Nintendo 3DS) is available for pre-order (until it comes out 4th Dec. 2011) and you can use your $40 discount online to get it for free! Going to be a hot game for Christmas!

If you were waiting for a price drop on the Nintendo 3DS, it just happened. Gamestop Canada, EB Games, Future Shop, Best Buy and The Source all have dropped the price of the 3DS to $169.99 (originally $249.99).

So really after that, just pick your favourite store. Best Buy and Future Shop both offer free shipping on orders of $20+ so they might be the best choices.

On the ‘good to know’ news: Future Shop is taking pre-orders for the Nintendo 3DS in red – which should be released around September 9th.

• To pre-order the nintendo 3DS in red from Future Shop – click here

I haven’t found the red at any other store, not ever Best Buy.

FYI: The price has not dropped on Amazon.ca as of yet.

Save $50 off Nintendo 3DS at Future Shop until 31st July, 2011.

• Click here to shop 3DS at Future Shop

You can choose from black or aqua blue for $199.99 (reg. $249.99). There is a limit of one per household.

The 3DS has a 3D screen and 3D depth slider so you can adjust the effect of 3D, even turning it off if you wish. There’s also a motion and gyro sensor, two screens, a 3D camera and more!

The 3DS is getting rave reviews, like this one from Rich,

You really gotta see the 3D for yourself to truly believe and appreciate its magic. 3D without glasses is a reality and this system proves it! If you don’t like 3D, you have the option to turn it off or adjust it to your liking. I personally love the effect and would recommend people buying the 3DS. You can play music, browse the web (starting in May), shop online for classic gameboy games (also in may), take 3D photographs, and even play old DS games on the system. I give this device a five out of five! Truly revolutionary.

You’ll get free shipping with this order since it’s over $20. Thanks to robotafterall on our Canadian deals forums!