Whether you’re struggling with laggy frame rates or dealing with a worn-out mouse pad, Acer Africa has dropped the ultimate solution.
Starting 16 July 2026, Acer is launching a massive nationwide promotion that gives you a double reward bundle just for upgrading your rig.
If you buy a qualifying Nitro or Predator gaming laptop before 31 December 2026, you’ll instantly unlock up to R1,000 in free Steam vouchers and a custom, extra-large gaming desk mat – and you can stack this on top of existing retail discounts.
The Loot: What’s Inside Your Free Bundles?
Acer has split the rewards into two legendary tiers depending on the level of power you need:
The “Level Up” Pack (Nitro Laptops): Selected Acer Nitro 15 & 16 models – the kings of budget performance -come with a R500 Steam voucher and a free large Nitro gaming mouse mat.
The “Pro-Gamer” Pack (Predator Laptops): Selected Predator Helios Neo 16 & Helios 18 models for pure, unadulterated power come with a massive R1,000 Steam voucher and a free large Predator gaming mouse mat engineered for professional-grade tracking speed.
How to Claim Your Free Loot in 3 Steps
You have until 31 December 2026 to buy your device, but remember: you must register your claim within 30 days of purchase!
Grab your rig: Head to Shopacer, Takealot, Game, Makro, HiFi Corporation, Incredible Connection, or Amazon and buy an eligible Nitro or Predator laptop.
Register online: Go to za-offers.acer.com/gaming-notebooks-promotion/ within 30 days.
Claim your rewards: Drop in your proof of purchase, and wait for your Steam voucher and custom desk mat to arrive.
Stop playing on low settings. It’s time to Game Like a Pro with Acer and get paid to do it.
More info about Acer Africa
Acer Africa is a global technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells a broad range of innovative products, including laptops, desktops, monitors, projectors, and more.
The company is committed to delivering high-quality products that enhance people’s lives and productivity. For more information about Acer Africa and its range of products, please visit www.acer.com/za-en.
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