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Archives for July 2015

Xbox two unboxing
Looks superb https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qaW8Dcj03E
Nick's game of the week: Adventures of Red
Click the link to play the game: Adventures of Red Don't forget if you have a suggestion for a game and want to see it in the Moneysaving tip email [EMAIL="freegame@moneysavingexpert.com"]freegame@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL] or let me know what kind of games are your favourite. [threadbanner]box[/threadbanner]
Nick's game of the week: Pogo swing
Click the link to play the game: Pogo Swing Don't forget if you have a suggestion for a game and want to see it in the Moneysaving tip email [EMAIL="freegame@moneysavingexpert.com"]freegame@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL] or let me know what kind of games are your favourite. [threadbanner]box[/threadbanner]
PSN - Worth it?
I'm paying £5.49 a month for this, but I'm not sure it's worth it or not. I don't usually try the free games, but I understand you need it to play online? I play GTA online a fair bit. EDIT: I have a PS4
I hate xbox!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I wish I could just throw the thing out of the window! If is was mine I would have given up on it ages ago! However it belongs to my 7 year old, and he loves it. When it works it is great, he likes to play and chat with his friends on live. But I can never get it to do anything. I set up his account which meant he was…
July 2015 half price games thread
Today I went to Tesco Extra and purchased Assassin's Creed Rogue (PS3) for £18 and Far Cry 4 (ps3) for £18 , Tesco have them instore at there own half price but you can get AC Rogue on Ebay new and sealed for about £22 for Ps3 and £23 for the xbox 360
Sam's free game of the week: Wheely 5
Click the link to play the game: Wheely 5 Don't forget if you have a suggestion for a game and want to see it in the Moneysaving tip email [EMAIL="freegame@moneysavingexpert.com"]freegame@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL] or let me know what kind of games are your favourite. [threadbanner]box[/threadbanner]
Gamecube and/or PS3
I recently bought myself a PS4 after saving up for a few months. Well worth it, enjoying Arkham Knight immensely. However, I do miss playing some older games like the older Arkham Games and older GTAs, so I was thinking about picking up a PS3. They seem to be quite a lot cheaper now, but is it stupid to have both? Are…
Gaming PC upgrade
Currently i'm running an overclocked i3 (4.7?) a Nvidia 460 and 4 gig of ram, with a 500GB HD I am hoping to get it upgraded to run fallout 4 when it's released and (after suggestions from the board) am looking at arkham knight as a reference. Frankly, it doesn't have to run 60 fps, I don't use enough to warrant spending…
Gaming PC - Build one? or buy pre-built?
Hi I am thinking of buying or building a new gaming pc on a budget of £1000. When building a gaming pc just wondering if it is worth researching all the components and constructing it. Could I get better hardware for the price? or is it best going for the deals on pre-built gaming systems? Thanks
Fifa 15 coins
Hello, hopefully someone will be of help here. Grandson is at me to buy him coins for his Fifa 15 game. I've had a look around online and wondered if anyone can point me in the direction of a reputable site where coins can be bought cheaply and safely. Don't really understand the process but guess that's just an age thing,…
Best football predictions website
I am looking for best football predictions website.Who can say me about best websites.
Which console? Xbox one or PS4
I have been gaming for many years, going back to the Atari VCS, Amiga 500, Amiga CD32, PS1, Gamecube and currently XBox 360. A lot of the new games coming out like Fallout 4, Star Wars Battlefront etc, are only on the new generation, so wil probably have to move sometime soon. As I am not brand loyal, I decide upon factors…
Nick's free game of the week: 3D Pong
Click the link to play the game: 3D Pong Don't forget if you have a suggestion for a game and want to see it in the Moneysaving tip email [EMAIL="freegame@moneysavingexpert.com"]freegame@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL] or let me know what kind of games are your favourite. [threadbanner]box[/threadbanner]

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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