2015 Tech Gift Guide: Game On!

Tech Gift Guide

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From handhelds to consoles, the top systems are getting fresh updates for the holiday season. Some even come packaged with the latest must-play game. These systems are a go.

NINTENDO 2DS — $100

The Nintendo 2DS is the perfect handheld for the starter gamer. It has a durable, non-hinge form, plays all Nintendo 3DS title (in 2-D, obviously), and can be used for co-op and multiplayer gaming with a local Internet connection. And good news for gifters: For the 2015 holiday season, it gets a $30 price drop and still comes bundled with a digital version of Mario Kart 7.

NINTENDO New 3DS XL

From $200

The new 3DS XL upgrades the processing power for a faster, more responsive system as gamers move between apps and downloaded items, while the The 3DS handheld gets a makeover with a new, compact design. Both offer improved featured, such as advanced controls, face-tracking 3-D and built-in NFC functionality for communicating with Nintendo amiibo figures. A 3DS bundle with the Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer ($200games also comes with two cover plates and an amiibo card. A Hyrule edition ($200) of the 3DS XL, released along The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes, is gold-colored and features a Hyrule crest.

NINTENDO WII U

Super mario maker bundle — $300

Make and play your own Mario levels in this new game, which comes bundled with an idea book, 30th Anniversary Mario Modern Color amiibo and, of course, a 32GB Wii U system. (Walmart exclusive)

Xbox One Elite

Bundle — $500

The latest Xbox bundle delivers for the serious gamer. A 1TB solid state hybrid drive doubles storage over regular Xbox One consoles. The Elite wireless controller offers nearly unlimited customization with substitutable components, including metal thumbsticks and D-pads, for personalized speed, control and ergonomics.

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