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Console Price Lists are continuously-updated articles, where current available hardware deals are summarised in an easy-to-read format. Please feel free to use the rest of the thread to discuss prices and bundles, as well as contribute your own info!

The first post of each thread is edited and kept up-to-date with the latest catalogue specials, but remember to scroll to the bottom and check out one-off specials that people have discovered.

Note - prices are rounded down for ease of reading.

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Xbox 360 Elite - RRP $449.00

Retailer	Price	Notes	Source	Expiry Date*
Big W	$428	Assassin's Creed 2	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2726-big-w-catalogue-until-january-27th)	27/01/10
David Jones	$449	Lego Batman + Pure + Forza 3	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2477-david-jones-catalogue-until-december-24)	24/12/09
Dick Smith	$449	Lego Batman + Pure + Vancouver 2010	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2828-dick-smith-catalogue-until-feburary-22nd)	22/02/10
Domayne	$378	Pure + Lego Batman	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2697-domayne-catalogue-until-january-10th)	10/01/10
EB Games	$447	Forza 3 + Pure + 007 Quantum of Solace game + Lego Batman	Website (http://www.ebgames.com.au/xbox360-999009-XBOX-360-Elite--4-FREE-Games-Bundle-Xbox-360)
EB Games	$449	Bioshock + Mass Effect + Pure + Lego Batman + Splinter Cell Double Agent	Website (http://www.ebgames.com.au/xbox360-999016-XBOX-360-Elite--5-FREE-games-bundle-Xbox-360)
Fishpond	$399	Console	Affiliate (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/106-online-sale/2565-fishpond-console-deals)	30/12/09
GAME	$388	Pure + Lego Batman	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2583-game-catalogue-until-december-24th)	24/12/09
GAME	$139	Trade in 80GB PS3, deal as above	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2583-game-catalogue-until-december-24th)	24/12/09
Gamesmen	$498	Halo 3 ODST + Extra Wireless Controller + Assassin's Creed or MKvDC	Website (http://www.gamesmen.com.au/catalog/page3.php)
Gametraders	$447	Lego Batman + Pure + Borderlands + Forza 3	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2415-gametraders-catalogue-until-november-30th)	30/11/09
Good Guys	$452	Lego Batman + Pure + AC2 + Avatar game	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2785-the-good-guys-catalogue-from-19110-1210)	1/02/10
Harvey Norman	$378	Lego Batman + Pure	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2693-harvey-norman-catalogue-until-january-17th)	17/01/10
Harvey Norman	$388	Lego Batman + Pure + Brutal Legend	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2751-harvey-norman-catalogue-until-january-24th)	24/01/10
JB Hi-Fi	$439	Pure + Lego Batman + Assassin's Creed + Saints Row 2	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2517-jb-hi-fi-catalogue-until-dec-24)	24/12/09
JB Hi-Fi	$439	(online) Forza 3 + Batman Arkham Asylum + Pure + Assassin's Creed	Website (http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/game/consoles.htm)
Kmart	$448	Lego Batman + Pure + FIFA10	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2763-kmart-catalogue-until-feburary-3rd)	3/02/10
Myer	$479	Lego Batman + Pure + Kung Fu Panda or Saints Row 2	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2621-myer-catalogue-until-december-24th)	24/12/09
Target	$429	Pure + Lego Batman + Ashes Cricket	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2706-target-catalogue-until-january-20th)	20/01/10
WOW	$698	HDMI + Additional Wireless Controller + Halo Wars + Pure + Lego Batman + Forza 3 + 12month Live Subscription	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2416-wow-sight-and-sound-catalogue-november-23rd)	23/11/09

* Refers to catalogue expiry date. Price/bundle may be available after this date, but is only guaranteed up until this date.

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Xbox 360 Pro - RRP $399.00
This model has been discontinued. Clearance sales may be imminent.

Retailer	Price	Notes	Source	Expiry Date*
Big W	$428	Halo 3 + Gears of War 2 + Lego Batman + Pure + Forza 3	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2493-big-w-catalogue-until-november-25th)	25/11/09
EB Games	$447	Halo Bundle	Website (http://www.ebgames.com.au/xbox360-148232-Xbox-360-Pro-Console-60gb-Halo-Bundle-Xbox-360)
Fishpond	$448	Halo Bundle	Affiliate (http://www.fishpond.com.au/Games/index.php?ref=1494&affiliate_banner_id=4)
Harvey Norman	$388	Guitar Hero 5	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2554-harvey-norman-catalogue-until-december-13th)	13/12/09

* Refers to catalogue expiry date. Price/bundle may be available after this date, but is only guaranteed up until this date.

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Xbox 360 Arcade - RRP $299.00

Retailer	Price	Notes	Source	Expiry Date*
Big W	$258	Console	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2826-big-w-catalogue-ends-172)	17/02/10
Domayne	$198	Console	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2697-domayne-catalogue-until-january-10th)	10/01/10
Fishpond	$289	Console	Affiliate (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/106-online-sale/2565-fishpond-console-deals)	30/12/09
Gamesmen	$299	Forza 3 + C&C3 Kain's Wraith	Website (http://www.gamesmen.com.au/catalog/page3.php)
Harvey Norman	$296	CoD MW2	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2622-harvey-norman-catalogue-until-december-24th)	24/12/09
JB Hi-Fi	$299	Console	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2748-jb-hi-fi-catalogue-until-8-feb)	8/02/10
Target	$199	Console	Catalogue (http://www.ecogamer.com/content/89-catalogue/2676-target-catalogue-until-january-6th)	6/01/10

* Refers to catalogue expiry date. Price/bundle may be available after this date, but is only guaranteed up until this date.

Fish Ponds Price for the 360 Pro is $389.73

http://www.fishpond.com.au/Games/X_Box_360/Accessories/product_info/15344188/?cf=3&rid=2095294653&i=2&keywords=360+console

and the Elite is $442.98

http://www.fishpond.com.au/Games/X_Box_360/Accessories/product_info/18268053/?cf=3&rid=1138190712&i=8&keywords=360+console

i just saw an arcade for $250 at my local tandy electronics store, it is not on their website though.

I also saw Arcades ticketed at $248 at DSE Brisbane City store.

Elite is now $420.97 http://www.fishpond.com.au/Games/X_Box_360/Accessories/product_info/18268053/?cf=3&rid=180310105&i=5&keywords=360+console

Xbox 360 Pro with Halo 3, Halo Wars and ODST $444
http://www.fishpond.com.au/Games/X_Box_360/General/product_info/15408836/?cf=3&rid=42394712&i=1&keywords=halo+bundle

GAME  MW2 250gb elite bundle $574 web-only price
http://www.game.com.au/showtitle?code=52V-00263

Quickplay.com.au has the Xbox 360 (250GB) with Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition bundle for $570:
http://www.quickplay.com.au/games/xbox360/product/d150bc9f-c17e-41f3-8bcd-7599acd45e14.do (http://www.quickplay.com.au/games/xbox360/product/d150bc9f-c17e-41f3-8bcd-7599acd45e14.do)

and a Xbox 360 Pro + Halo3 + Halo Wars + ODST Bundle for $429:
http://www.quickplay.com.au/games/xbox360/product/c3a8baa9-a8f4-46e3-893e-079d18f3a65b.do (http://www.quickplay.com.au/games/xbox360/product/c3a8baa9-a8f4-46e3-893e-079d18f3a65b.do)

God I hope JB will pricematch this.... :)

does jb pricematch online prices?

Spotted in JB Camberwell.
Elite, console only, $399.

Xbox 360 Elite Console with Forza Motorsport 3 + Black Wireless Controller Bundle for $449.

From the current The Good Guys catalogue from VIC.

EB games Elite + Forza 3 + COD4 MW $ 447
http://ebgames.com.au/xbox/product.cfm?id=6916&refer=consoles

EB Arcade + Forza 3 + Banjo Kazzoie Nuts n Bolts   $ 297
http://ebgames.com.au/xbox/product.cfm?id=8781&refer=consoles

Do you guys think Big W will have the Elite for $400 again in there next catalogue?

Not sure how many of these prices are valid, but clicking on the 'console' link under xbox 360 on DSE website brings u these
elite lego indiana + kungfu panda + forza 3 349 ?!?!
arcade + forza 3 288
pro halo wars f3 399
pro f3 349
elite f3 449
elite f3 399

http://www.dse.com.au/cgi-bin/dse.filereader?4aec0c7d090982282740c0a87e010646+EN/catalogs/CTG1000566

thanks j88. got this pricematched at game

I went in store and some of those prices are valid. some such as the elite for 349 + those games weren't in the system so the guy didn't want to sell at the price. even though i told them its on the website. your best option is to use the site to price match.

elite console only $399 JB in store

MW2 250gb elite bundle comes with  forza 3@  EB
MW2 250gb elite bundle comes with forza 3 @ DSE

When I go onto the website I can't see the elite deal with Batman: AA. This one is probably the best one for me. I guess it's gone then?

Game has the Elite 120Gb + Pure + Lego Batman for $388 in December catalog Expiry 30th Dec.
http://www.game.com.au/DecCat09

I reckon that is a mistake all the deals i have seen have Lego Batman not AA.

DSE have 60Gb Pro + Gears of War 1 & 2 for $348 link (http://www.dse.com.au/cgi-bin/dse.storefront/4b15f9e605ae9f0e2742c0a87e0106b5/Product/View/YG1015)
DSE also have the Elite 120Gb + Lego Batman, Pure, FIFA 2010, CSI Deadly Intent and Assassin's Creed for $449 link (http://www.dse.com.au/cgi-bin/dse.storefront/4b15f9e605ae9f0e2742c0a87e0106b5/Product/View/YG5310P2)

If links don't work just search for xbox 360 bundle.

Ahh seems about right.

Thanks mate.

Hey i'm a noob here so if its in the wrong spot... sorry.

Harvey Norman (Bella Vista NSW) have 360 Arcade + Modern Warefare 2 for $298. I picked up one last night.

DSE have the Arcade console in store for $199 including either Assassin's Creed or Moto GP.
Harvey Norman have the Arcade console in store for $197 with no added extras.

I don't have a valid source, but Harvey Norman were selling the Arcade unit for $225.

I got one on Wednesday (27/01/2010). If you're keen for one, just call before hand.

Edit.
I'll find the receipt and scan it for anyone who might wanna try and price-match another store.

DSE has the Xbox 360 Elite Console $299.

instore only.

linky: http://www.dse.com.au/cgi-bin/dse.storefront/4b7034e4013896d62742c0a87e0106a9/Product/View/YG5300

Anyone know where I can still get the XBOX 360 Arcade for $199 anywhere?

We need to start getting some price round ups and trade in offers for the new 360.

In that case i'll start it off, Prices are taken from Kotaku.com.au on their inquiry to EB games. May need to be confirmed

Xbox 360 Arcade $59*
Xbox 360 20GB $68*
Xbox 360 60GB $78*
Xbox 360 Elite 120GB $130
Xbox 360 Elite 250GB $180
PS3 40GB $110
PS3 80GB $220
PS3 Slim 120GB $290
PS3 Slim 250GB $340
PS2 $28
PS2 Slim $70
PSP $65
PSP Slim $95
PSP-3000 $130
Wii $140
DS $21
DS Lite $95
DSi $160
DSi XL $174

*Must be manufactured after 2007.

HN selling 360 Arcade for $167

I was in GAME today and happened to ask how much they would give for older Xbox 360s.

Was told around $100 for Arcades and $125 for Pro's with 20GB HDDs, oh and also around $20 per controller. Didn't think to ask for other versions sorry.