This Week's Hottest Gaming Deals (Dec. 30 to Jan. 5)

Retailer: Toys 'R Us

Platforms: Xbox 360

Link: http://bit.ly/UCXONk

Well, it's the end of the year and your greedy gaming overlords demand tribute once again. If you simply can't find a way to tear yourself apart from the world's only not-free multiplayer console service, then take comfort in the fact that Toys 'R Us is shaving $15 off your annual gaming tax.

Retailer: Best Buy

Platforms: PlayStation 3

Link: http://bit.ly/12RCU02

Have you ever been playing LittleBigPlanet and thought things just weren't moving fast enough? Well, United Front Games has a solution for you! Taking a couple of pages out of the ModNation Racers handbook and slapping on a layer of cuddly-cute with Sackboy, LittleBigPlanet: Karting is just about the most adorable thing you can find going 100 MPH.

Retailer: Gamestop

Platforms: Xbox 360 / PlayStation 3

Link: http://bit.ly/JZ8qyt

Stabbing, stealth, and steampunk make up the three pillars of Dishonored's incredibly lauded campaign. One of the finest single-player games released this year, $20 off is a mighty fine deal for those looking to grab something pensive to start the new year with.

Retailer: Best Buy

Platforms: Xbox 360 / PlayStation 3 / Nintendo Wii

Link: http://bit.ly/QWwYLh

If you've been looking for a fun co-op game to play with your kids (or any children from around the neighborhood) then Epic Mickey 2 makes a pretty good choice. It's light-hearted attitude and mildly challenging puzzles make for good kids' stuff, but what makes the game really special is the focus on co-operative gameplay.

Retailer: Amazon

Platforms: Xbox 360

Link: http://amzn.to/W9SCwz

You've made the resolution to maximize your swag in 2013, but the problem is that you're a socially awkward nerd and can't even fathom dancing in front of people, much less impressing them with your repetoire of moves. Dance Central 3 may not give you the confidence you need to tear up the dance floor, but it'll at least give you a few secret weapons in case some hottie decides they want to watch you break one out.

Retailer: Best Buy

Platforms: PlayStation 3

Link: http://bit.ly/Vkki2Z

On top of being a fantastic party brawler, All-Stars: Battle Royale also happens to be a pretty slick deal if you happen to own both a PS3 and a Vita system. The game includes both versions for the single purchase price and reduced another $20, that's almost stealing. Even if you were just thinking about picking up the Vita version, you should probably grab this two-pack and hand out the PS3 version to a friend.

Retailer: Toys 'R Us

Platforms: Xbox 360 / PlayStation 3

Link: http://bit.ly/Vs9D5R

Sleeping Dogs is one of those games that got underappreciated during the 2012 GOTY nominations, but it was by far one of my most favourite experiences this year. Taking the best elements of Grand Theft Auto and mixing in its own variety of kung-fu action, Chinese philosophy, and Hong Kong ganster lifestyle, it's a beast all its own.

Retailer: Gamestop

Platforms: Xbox 360

Link: http://bit.ly/lr0Nqi

Master Chief and Cortana are back with all of their friends in this year's edition of Halo: Adventures in Space! Seriously though, if you haven't played Halo 4 yet and even have a moderate interest in the series, you owe it to yourself to pick this up while its on sale. 343 does the impossible and bests Bungie at their own game in nearly every category imaginable and with tons of Spec Ops content and DLC coming down the road, it's an investment that will lead to a year's worth of happy alien shooting fun.

Retailer: Best Buy

Platforms: Xbox 360

(Game) Link: http://bit.ly/Wew5z0

(Watch) Link: http://bit.ly/UxYyTc

Hey, fatty. Yeah you, fatty fat fat. It's time to start the new year right by getting up and getting your fat fatty butt being less fat. Since going to the gym will be a mortifying experience, Microsoft and Nike have partnered up to bring you all the painstaking workouts at home with half of the humiliation of letting people see you in yoga pants!

Best Buy's got the new Nike + Kinect game for $10 off, and if you want to gear yourself up to the max (because your commitment to health this year is totally worth an expensive purchase) then you can get $50 off any Nike+ Sports Watch when you buy them together.

Retailer: Amazon

Platforms: Xbox 360 / PlayStation 3 / PC

Link: http://amzn.to/Ug8Dl3

Expensive headphones like the XP500s are great, but they're expensive... $100 off is a hefty discount for those looking to enjoy the luxurious performance of one of Turtle Beach's more powerful headsets. Complete with customizable settings, multi-input operation, and a seamless wireless experience that also happens to work with Xbox Live chat, this will make a fine auditory addition to any gaming room.