Author Topic: The Monday Purchase Thread (Read 3848 times)

Bloodwake · « **on:** November 12, 2007, 06:35:00 AM »

Fuck the haters.

Shuri · « **Reply #1 on:** November 12, 2007, 07:16:23 AM »

what are you, 12? Autistic?

tiesto · « **Reply #2 on:** November 12, 2007, 08:44:30 AM »

This game is gonna be oh so awesome.....

Bloodwake · « **Reply #3 on:** November 12, 2007, 09:33:16 AM »

Quote from: Shuri on November 12, 2007, 07:16:23 AM

what are you, 12? Autistic?

No, I'm a fan of gaming's most popular and awesome mascot, as well as his games, which have a fucking amazing track record. See New Super Mario Bros. (DS) for more proof of this.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #4 on:** November 12, 2007, 10:14:01 AM »

STILL BROKE! BACK OFF! OH THURSDAY GET HERE FASTER!

T234 · « **Reply #5 on:** November 12, 2007, 10:41:06 AM »

Today I think I'm gonna put a PS3 on layaway, jeopardizing my financial future in the process.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #6 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:05:55 AM »

Do you have a 360? Id almost recommend jeopardizing your future on a console with games

Mupepe · « **Reply #7 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:07:26 AM »

I've been thinking about picking up a PS3 again too. gah. stop me.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #8 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:09:08 AM »

If its not the old BC unit dont bother. Im sure Sony will get desperate again, strip some other feature, and lower the price again. Id actually recommend a Wii over a non-BC PS3 right now, and thats just bad.

Mupepe · « **Reply #9 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:10:21 AM »

Yeah, I'm going to wait and see what Sony has up it's sleeves as far as Holiday deals go.

Also, I would have already bought a Wii if I could find one in store. Damn you, Mario. *shakes fist*

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #10 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:13:16 AM »

Gamestop seems well stocked lately, least round here. Then again we're right next to NoA

Bloodwake · « **Reply #11 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:15:13 AM »

Quote from: T234 on November 12, 2007, 10:41:06 AM

Today I think I'm gonna put a PS3 on layaway, jeopardizing my financial future in the process.

Who still has a layaway program? I know Wal-Mart doesn't.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #12 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:15:52 AM »

k-mart still does...I THINK

Mupepe · « **Reply #13 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:21:01 AM »

Quote from: Jim Shorts on November 12, 2007, 11:13:16 AM

Gamestop seems well stocked lately, least round here. Then again we're right next to NoA

The Gamestops near me are never stocked... with anything. You better pre-order it or get it after the hype has calmed down... or from somewhere else. I usually just get it somewhere else.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #14 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:24:28 AM »

I started going to the one TVC frequents and aside from one seasonal hire they've been great. I even got a free disgaea psp guide when I traded in a bunch of crap

T234 · « **Reply #15 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:25:41 AM »

Kmart does. If they don't have a 60 gig, I'm not gonna bother. Plus, mah PS2 is beginning to artifact. It locked up the other night.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #16 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:26:10 AM »

Just get the new PS2 coming out for 100 bux. Im gonna buy one as a backup for my ps2slim

T234 · « **Reply #17 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:31:16 AM »

When is that coming around?

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #18 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:32:35 AM »

Boo...umm....soon? I havent REALLY looked into it, just heard about it.

Beezy · « **Reply #19 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:34:08 AM »

I'm gonna buy Mario Galaxy even though I don't have a Wii yet (I will before the year is over), and put the $25 gift card towards Contra.

Edit: I'm gonna get either this or an HP laptop before the year is over:

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8501757&productCategoryId=abcat0101001&type=product&tab=7&id=1186004963573#productdetail

Mupepe · « **Reply #20 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:54:28 AM »

Quote from: Jim Shorts on November 12, 2007, 11:24:28 AM

I started going to the one TVC frequents and aside from one seasonal hire they've been great. I even got a free disgaea psp guide when I traded in a bunch of crap

That's awesome. Maybe it's because I never trade anything in. If I go to a gamestore, I usually go to Gamecrazy. People there just seem a lot more personable.

I do like that they don't ask me to pre order and buy mags and whatnot now.

Are the Gamestop trade-ins any better than they were a few years ago? I stopped because of how bad they screwed you.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #21 on:** November 12, 2007, 11:57:46 AM »

I like gamecrazy, but the one near me gets psp pre-orders 2-3 days later because of some 'quickturn' (ha ha) system, and they dont have a good selection of used titles or PC games, so ive started hitting Gamestop.

I got a decent chunk of change for my trade ins last week plus they had some trade in deal on 360/ps3 games and edge members get a bit extra iirc.

Mupepe · « **Reply #22 on:** November 12, 2007, 12:12:47 PM »

Yeah, I've noticed that GC seems to get things a few days late. I hardly ever buy on release date so it hasn't been a problem for me.

I usually go to GC if I'm looking for really old titles. My GC has an incredible amount of used NES and SNES games... but yet, they don't sell any used DC games LOL

Since I'm broke this week, I'll probably trade some stuff in. I need CoD4!

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #23 on:** November 12, 2007, 12:20:04 PM »

I'm not buying anything 'till Thursday, which on that glorious day, I will be breaking free from my Verizon Wireless contract and picking up this little gem:

GameStop employees get no activation fee and 50% off their bill!

Bloodwake · « **Reply #24 on:** November 12, 2007, 12:26:09 PM »

LOL, GameStop has changed you sir.

I don't even subscribe to Game Informer. HA.

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #25 on:** November 12, 2007, 12:37:16 PM »

Dude, $30 - $40 a month (for a GameStop employee) for unlimited data usage, with built-in AIM, MSN and Yahoo! Messenger, web browser and PC data sync? You can even coordinate the GPS with Google Maps! Tell me that's not awesome?

Not subscribing to Game Informer as an employee is kind of dumb. You can stack it with your discount on used games and accessories. That's 25% off the HD-DVD drive for the Xbox 360, for instance. And during employee appreciation day at the end of the month, it'll be 35% off used.

Bloodwake · « **Reply #26 on:** November 12, 2007, 12:41:09 PM »

Quote from: Willco on November 12, 2007, 12:37:16 PM

Dude, $30 - $40 a month (for a GameStop employee) for unlimited data usage, with built-in AIM, MSN and Yahoo! Messenger, web browser and PC data sync? You can even coordinate the GPS with Google Maps! Tell me that's not awesome?

Not subscribing to Game Informer as an employee is kind of dumb. You can stack it with your discount on used games and accessories. That's 25% off the HD-DVD drive for the Xbox 360, for instance. And during employee appreciation day at the end of the month, it'll be 35% off used.

Haha, I've been using a GameStop card I found in the parking lot of Walmart since June.

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #27 on:** November 12, 2007, 12:45:02 PM »

As long as you don't share, you should be good. LP does record all EDGE card usage; a couple of employees have been canned for sharing cards.

Bloodwake · « **Reply #28 on:** November 12, 2007, 12:46:25 PM »

Quote from: Willco on November 12, 2007, 12:45:02 PM

As long as you don't share, you should be good. LP does record all EDGE card usage; a couple of employees have been canned for sharing cards.

Oh yeah, I know.

(except for those fuckers at Crossroads in Lexington. Fuck them)

hyp · « **Reply #29 on:** November 12, 2007, 01:46:19 PM »

hey bloodwake, where are you getting SMG? isn't the ship date today which means it'll be in stores tomorrow?

tiesto · « **Reply #30 on:** November 12, 2007, 02:41:15 PM »

My EB Secret Santa gift

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #31 on:** November 12, 2007, 02:44:55 PM »

Quote from: Mupepe on November 12, 2007, 12:12:47 PM

Yeah, I've noticed that GC seems to get things a few days late. I hardly ever buy on release date so it hasn't been a problem for me.

I usually go to GC if I'm looking for really old titles. My GC has an incredible amount of used NES and SNES games... but yet, they don't sell any used DC games LOL

Since I'm broke this week, I'll probably trade some stuff in. I need CoD4!

Well my issue is why do I even put money down to get a game late? I dont see the logic of it. I am ensuring I get a copy two days after everyone else? Plus the 'quickturn' policy as a name is ridiculous

Mupepe · « **Reply #32 on:** November 12, 2007, 02:47:58 PM »

I could definitely see that. During those 2 days you could just go get it somewhere else. That's what I usually end up doing with pre orders anyways. I forget I preorder it though.

I never knew that was actually the policy name.

hyp · « **Reply #33 on:** November 12, 2007, 03:08:33 PM »

trade-in values seem to be better at GC, so i usually just use them for that purpose. got the MVP card and all for an extra boost.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #34 on:** November 12, 2007, 03:30:57 PM »

Quote from: Mupepe on November 12, 2007, 02:47:58 PM

I could definitely see that. During those 2 days you could just go get it somewhere else. That's what I usually end up doing with pre orders anyways. I forget I preorder it though.

I never knew that was actually the policy name.

Yeah, the policy name is almost mocking

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #35 on:** November 12, 2007, 03:38:54 PM »

now that i'm PAID i'll go get more GAS. and i need a little usb cable for my ditigal cam

but i'm feeling so lazy today i might not do anything

tiesto · « **Reply #36 on:** November 12, 2007, 03:48:44 PM »

Ordered this offa Amazon, I hope it's better than Vol 3:

demi · « **Reply #37 on:** November 12, 2007, 03:50:32 PM »

Paid for my phone bill

ferrarimanf355 · « **Reply #38 on:** November 12, 2007, 04:13:25 PM »

There are three things certain in life: death, taxes, and me buying the new Need for Speed game every year, so...

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #39 on:** November 12, 2007, 04:58:16 PM »

Quote from: hyp on November 12, 2007, 01:46:19 PM

hey bloodwake, where are you getting SMG? isn't the ship date today which means it'll be in stores tomorrow?

Super Mario Galaxy will be in most GameStop stores today. Priority overnight.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #40 on:** November 12, 2007, 05:30:57 PM »

I bought packing tape, three Final Fantasy Tactics trading figures, and got Taco Bell for lunch.

Mupepe · « **Reply #41 on:** November 12, 2007, 05:35:15 PM »

Quote from: distantmantra on November 12, 2007, 05:30:57 PM

I bought packing tape, three Final Fantasy Tactics trading figures, and got Taco Bell for lunch.

what did you order at Taco Smell?

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #42 on:** November 12, 2007, 05:35:48 PM »

I have a craving for a 1/2lb $1.59 burrito from Taco Bell. Someone go get me something.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #43 on:** November 12, 2007, 05:37:22 PM »

Quote from: Mupepe on November 12, 2007, 05:35:15 PM

Quote from: distantmantra on November 12, 2007, 05:30:57 PM
I bought packing tape, three Final Fantasy Tactics trading figures, and got Taco Bell for lunch.
what did you order at Taco Smell?

Two Supreme Beef Gorditas and a Double Decker Taco.

Mupepe · « **Reply #44 on:** November 12, 2007, 05:40:09 PM »

mmmmmm good choices.

willco: I had two bean, cheese and rice 1/2 lb burritos on Saturday.

hyp · « **Reply #45 on:** November 12, 2007, 05:56:48 PM »

Quote from: Willco on November 12, 2007, 04:58:16 PM

Quote from: hyp on November 12, 2007, 01:46:19 PM
hey bloodwake, where are you getting SMG? isn't the ship date today which means it'll be in stores tomorrow?

Super Mario Galaxy will be in most GameStop stores today. Priority overnight.

only for pre-orderers right? $:-\$

CajoleJuice · « **Reply #46 on:** November 12, 2007, 05:57:23 PM »

Quote from: Bloodwake on November 12, 2007, 09:33:16 AM

Quote from: Shuri on November 12, 2007, 07:16:23 AM
what are you, 12? Autistic?

No, I'm a fan of gaming's most popular and awesome mascot, as well as his games, which have a fucking amazing track record. See New Super Mario Bros. (DS) for more proof of this.

Christ, you used the WORST possible game to attempt to support your decision.

hyp · « **Reply #47 on:** November 12, 2007, 06:03:15 PM »

mario turns grown men into 3rd graders.

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #48 on:** November 12, 2007, 06:06:31 PM »

Quote from: hyp on November 12, 2007, 05:56:48 PM

only for pre-orderers right? $:-\$

Nah, there should be enough to cater to walk-ins unless that store's manager is a jackass.

Bloodwake · « **Reply #49 on:** November 12, 2007, 08:15:02 PM »

Quote from: hyp on November 12, 2007, 01:46:19 PM

hey bloodwake, where are you getting SMG? isn't the ship date today which means it'll be in stores tomorrow?

I got it at Wal-Mart. Some of the Wal-Marts got them today.

hyp · « **Reply #50 on:** November 12, 2007, 08:22:41 PM »

awesome, i'm jealous. none of the stores around here have it yet. and good god why is the first thing out of a gamestop employee's mouth "did you RESERVE IT?" this is after prefacing with "i did not pre-order and i was wondering if you had any EXTRA copies in stock" GAH.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #51 on:** November 12, 2007, 08:25:12 PM »

Japafags unite!

They're gonna sit on my bookshelf in my office at work.

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Author Topic: The Monday Purchase Thread (Read 3848 times)