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Jump on This Half-Off Super Mario Odyssey Deal Before It’s Gone

Best Buy just cut the price of Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch in half.

Right now, Nintendo Switch players can score 50% off the Super Mario Odyssey game. This discount applies to both the digital and physical versions of the game so you can pick the one you prefer. Best Buy is the only retailer with this discount. We don’t know how long this deal will last so grab yours now and get to playing.

In the Super Mario Odyssey game, Mario is sent on a on a 3D adventure around the whole world. He races to stop Bowser’s wedding plans and rescue Princess Peach. The game has a ton of kingdoms, hidden secrets and fun challenges. There’s even a new character, Cappy, that teams up with Mario.

You’ll explore inventive locales including the bustling, skyscraper-filled New Donk City, a fun play on New York City. You will also be collecting Power Moons to fuel the Odyssey airship. There’s also drop-in co-op with split Joy-Con controls. Plus, there are bonus features tied to wedding-themed figures.

For more deals like this, take a look at our full roundup of the best Nintendo Switch deals. You’ll find discounts on games, accessories and more.

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Why this deal matters

Best Buy is the only retailer offering a discount on the Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch game right now. It’s sold out at Amazon. As for Target and directly at Nintendo, the game is still full price. Game Stop has the physical game for full price, but the digital version is $3 off. Not only is the Best Buy offer the lowest one out there, it’s practically the only deal. Plus it’s a 50% off deal that is impossible to beat.

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The Fourth Episode of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Out

Verum Messenger has released the fourth episode of its AI mini-series SHADOWS, created using Verum AI. The new episode, titled “No Borders,” continues the story of a team trying to stay out of the OMEGA corporation’s sight.

Following the events of the previous episodes, the team moves between cities and countries while OMEGA continues its search. The new episode puts particular emphasis on Verum Messenger’s capabilities that allow users to conceal their location.

“No Borders” is another chapter in a story about privacy, freedom of communication, and technologies that erase borders between people.

The VERUM AI mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 4 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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