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Opening ceremonies are just a week away, but you can start your Olympic games now with Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games.

It features everyone's favorite Italian plumber and lightning-fast hedgehog along with other beloved characters (Luigi, Yoshi, Tails) in virtual Beijing. Score a perfect 10 inside the National Indoor Stadium, shoot a bull's-eye at Archery Field or bring home the table-tennis gold at Peking University.

Catch the Olympic spirit yourself with our gold medal gift list, then pass the torch to a loved one or your favorite video gamer so they too can bring home the glory.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games starting at $49.99