Cheap Games

When it was announced in 2005 that Steven Spielberg would be teaming up with Electronic Arts to produce three video games, many were surprised that the first release would be puzzler Boom Blox.

The surprise soon turned to rave reviews, as many enjoyed the physics-based puzzles that proved both challenging and replayable. In addition to the 300 single player levels, there are also over 100 co-operative and competitive levels available in Party Mode.

Argos are selling this Wii title for £9.99 – click here for more details.

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The eleventh installment in the long-running Medal Of Honor series, Medal Of Honor: Airborne, is the very first one to focus on the activities of paratroopers during the Second World War.

Not only does it include a comprehensive and in-depth single play campaign, but an only multiplayer mode too. In it you have the choice of fighting for the Allies and parachuting down to the battlefield, or fighting for the Axis and defending the position from enemy paratroopers.

Click here to buy the PlayStation 3 version for £9.97 from PC World (using the Collect@Store delivery option to save on postage), or click here to get the XBox 360 release for £10.99 from ShopTo. Either one of these cheap games are worth getting, especially if you’ve enjoyed other entries in the series.

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Whilst the Wii was for a time the cheapest console that you could buy, Microsoft slashed the price of the XBox 360 Arcade to an even-better-on-the-wallet £129.99. How ruddy bloody nice of them!

It’s quite unique, in that it comes with five XBox Live Marketplace titles (Boom Boom Rocket, Feeding Frenzy, Luxor 2, Pac-Man and Uno), but doesn’t include a hard drive.

Click here to buy an XBox 360 Arcade, with FIFA 09, for £129.99 from Gameplay. You can also choose to get one with Mirrors Edge instead, for the same price, by clicking here.

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MX Vs ATV: Untamed is an offroad racing game that encompasses several modes – Motocross, Opencross, Supercross, Supermoto, Endurocross, and Minibikes (amongst others). You also have a wide variety of vehicles to race on, ranging from monster trucks to motorbikes.

Up to 12 players can compete against each other online as well, which can make for some top fun. If you don’t have online access, there are a range of mini-games that you can play with friends offline.

Click here to get the XBox 360 release for around £13.09 delivered from Play-Asia, or click here for the PlayStation 2 version (which is £15.49 at Powerplay Direct).

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Dragon Quest: The Chapters Of The Chosen is an updated version of the NES classic Dragon Warrior IV, which was never released in Europe. This differs from other entries in the series by breaking up the game into five chapters – the first four being told from the perspective of the Hero’s future companions, and the fifth brining all of the characters together as they try to save the world.

The game has been remade in 3D, featuring smoother graphics than previous versions, and the sound has been updated to sound more orchestral. Two bonus chapters and a new town can also be found.

If you fancy this DS title, click here to buy it for £9.73 from The Hut.

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After a wait of just over 13 years, Chrono Trigger is finally getting ready for release for the very first time in Europe. This role-playing game is often mentioned as being one of the best titles ever produced on the Super Nintendo, so it’s quite apt that the DS will give us all an opportunity to bask in its greatness.

The story of a group of young adventurers who travel through time to prevent a global catastrophe alone is engaging, whilst an excellent soundtrack keeps you motivated to carry on. A brand new dungeon and an online battle arena add new dimensions to a timeless classic.

Click here to preorder this title for £14.99 from Play.com.

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If you’ve ever fancied looking after pets of the Australian variety, but don’t fancy the travelling, then My Animal Centre In Australia could be just the game for you. It’s a heck of a lot cheaper than doing the real thing as well!

Whilst looking after and nurturing kangaroos, koalas, and dolphins, you’ll also gain knowledge about the animals at the same time. Educational and fun – what more can you ask for?!?

Click here to get this DS title for £9.91 from Asda.

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Shaun White Snowboarding features five different mountains to race around, including Alaska, Park City, Europe and Japan – each one also has three sections (peak, back country, and park).

Whilst most of the versions of the game are fairly similar, the Wii one is like an entirely new title. Not only does it have a unique storyline and adventure, but it also takes full advantage of the Wii Balance Board.

Amazon are selling the DS release for £17.98 – click here for more details. Gamestation have the PSP version (click here) available for the same price, and over at Gameplay you can pick up the XBox 360 release (click here) for £17.99.

Shaun White Snowboarding: Road Trip (which is the title of the Wii version) can be yours for £24.98 from Amazon by clicking here.

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While the Grand Theft Auto series has strived for realism, Saints Row 2 goes completely the opposite way. If you enjoy blowing stuff up and just generally having a fair amount of mindless fun, it will quickly become a firm favourite in your collection.

One of the strongest features of the game is the amount of customisation you can do. The character you control can be changed in fine detail (right down to any tattoos or underwear that takes your fancy), as too can your "crib" – which means upgradeable televisions, pool tables, and minibars.

To get the PlayStation 3 release for £17.99 from Play.com, simply click here. XBox 360 owners can buy their version of Saints Row 2 for £17.97 from Tesco.

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For many years, FIFA has lagged behind Pro Evolution Soccer in the race for the top football game on home consoles – until now. FIFA 09 has pushed it ahead of its biggest rival for the first time, with some excellent new features and smoother gameplay.

Goalkeepers are vastly improved, with realistic recovery times and better positioning. A completely revamped collision system makes every challenge a potential flashpoint, and the "Be A Pro" mode has been expanded to allow you to follow a single player’s career through four complete seasons.

Click here to get the XBox 360 version for £17.93 from The Hut. As far as cheap games of the footy variety go, this is the king of the mountain at the moment – until FIFA 10 comes out…

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