Though not an official Microsoft bundle, the mega online retailer Amazon.com is currently offering a free copy of Gears of War for anyone who buys either a core or platinum console at regular price. This insane offer is limited, so you'd better move quickly.
This sale also includes the option of getting Viva Piñata with your order, instead of Gears. This will be an intriguing social experiment to see how many Christmas minded parents opt for the colorful candy simulator or the gruesome death simulator.
You've got less than a month to jump on board what might be the craziest deal in 360 history. I can hear you now: "But Gears won't be out this month, you fool!" The console will ship first, so you can practice your controller skills on the XBLA game Hexic, and the game of choice will ship to you when it is released.
You can check Amazon yourself
here if you don't trust me. Below is the official, no joking around, Amazon word:
If you've been considering finding out for yourself what the buzz surrounding Microsoft's Xbox 360 is about, now is the time to do it. Order either an Xbox 360 or Xbox 360 Core system during the month of October, and we'll throw in a pre-order of either of Microsoft's highly anticipated titles, Gears of War or Viva Piñata as a free thank you gift. Gears of War and Viva Piñata are $59.99 and $49.99 values and will be released this coming November.To receive your free gift, simply add your choice of game, along with an Xbox 360 gaming console, to your shopping cart and proceed to checkout. Your Xbox 360 will ship immediately and your game, on its release date (see the game detail pages for these dates). But remember, this offer is only good throughout the month of October, so order yours today.
