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Save up to 20 percent on gift cards for REI, Barnes & Noble, and more

While we cover a lot of deals on specific products, it’s rare that we find worthwhile savings on gift cards that let you save on essentially anything the store sells. However, until October 19th, you can save up to twenty percent on gift cards when you buy them through the Google Play store. There are a variety of discounts and retailers available, including 20 percent off $50 at Barnes and Noble, 20 percent off…

Key points

  • Google Play is offering discounts of up to 20 percent on gift cards from retailers including Barnes & Noble, REI, and GameStop until October 19th.
  • The deals include 20 percent off a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card, 20 percent off a $100 REI gift card, and 10 percent off a $100 GameStop gift card.
  • Buyers do not need an Android device, but must have a Google Play account, and Google is also discounting subscriptions and in-app purchases.

Google Play is running a limited-time promotion that lets shoppers save up to 20 percent on gift cards from several major retailers. The offer runs until October 19th.

The discounts include 20 percent off a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card, 20 percent off a $100 REI gift card, and 10 percent off a $100 GameStop gift card. According to The Verge, such worthwhile savings on gift cards are rare.

How to get the discounts

Shoppers do not need an Android phone or tablet to take advantage of the offer. However, they will need to sign up for a Google Play account if they do not already have one.

it’s rare that we find worthwhile savings on gift cards

— The Verge

Other offers included

Alongside the gift cards, Google is offering discounts on subscriptions such as Calm and DuoLingo. The promotion also includes bonuses on in-app purchases in games including Pokémon Go and PUBG Mobile.

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