The scenario is all too familiar. A new hot game is announced, all the hype is brought to the highest level until you burn in anticipation, and then it finally gets released, tagged at a cost that your budget just can't afford. Unless you skip all your meals and save every penny you've got, that is.

Totally sucks, right?

Well, now you have that second chance! And starving doesn't even have to be an option. We recently posted in this website an article about Death Jr and how it only cost under $10! Yes, it is definitely for real! And who do we credit for this mecca of an opportunity? Why, the leader in retail stores, of course - Sears. From ps2">PS2 to PSP, Nintendo DS and Xbox, Sears is currently offering games at marked down prices. For as low as $9.97!

Unbelievable? Believe it. One Codeejonz (thanks for the heads up!) actually went to Sears to pick up his copy of Death Jr after reading that QJ article. Guess what he found out: Death Jr did retail for the reported price - and so did other titles like Virtua Tennis, Untold Legends, and The Hustle. SSX on Tour even sold for $6.97. Codeejonz did warn that most of the titles aren't marked, but just ask Sears to do a price check and you just might get the games for the marked down price.

Head to the nearest Sears outlet near you before you miss this chance again! You can also check out sears.com for a full listing of the items on sale.

Electronic Arts, today announced SSX On Tour has shipped on the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, Xbox video game system from Microsoft, Nintendo GameCube, and PSP handheld system.

Building on the critically acclaimed gameplay of the SSX franchise, SSX On Tour features all-new player customization and the chance to break onto The Tour. With all-new highly detailed tracks, monster tricks, and multiplayer options, players can reach breakneck speeds, catch huge air, and become an icon as they fly down the mountain as a snowboarder or skier. SSX On Tour delivers another amazing soundtrack which features songs by artists like Louis XIV, DJ Z Trip, Iron Maiden and the Perceptionists.

Players can build a career and progress from a slope-side wannabe to a black-diamond rock star. Compete for medals or just tear up the massive new mountain, while looking good because style matters when your reputation is always on the line. You create the hype--the hype creates a legend in SSX On Tour.

SSX On Tour, developed by EA Canada in Vancouver, B.C., is rated E10+ by the ESRB. SSX On Tour is available on the PlayStation 2 console, Xbox and Nintendo GameCube at an MSRP of $39.99 and on the PSP(TM) handheld system at an MSRP of $49.99. Screenshots can be found at www.info.ea.com.

EA has just moved the ship date for SSX On Tour from October 25 to October 11. Announced early this May, On Tour is the latest installment in the popular snowboarding series where performing tricks and winning races nets players massive points.

On Tour promises a slew of new tracks and game modes.

"SSX On Tour is a completely fresh take on the SSX franchise," said Steve Barcia, senior producer on the game. "Building on the core speed and trick gameplay that has been so successful in the past, you can now choose your way to become a black diamond rockstar."

Source: palgn.com.au

Five new screenshots have been released for SSX: On tour. Here they are: