I'm tempted to critizise anyone who would do that.... I'd just get the game at some point during the next day.

Then again, if I were American and had easy access to this store, I might consider staying up and playing it all night... just because I'm certain Halo3 will be an awesome game.

Oblivion... can't remember when, maybe a year and a couple of months ago?

Hah ;)

If you're worried that much, just leave it horizontal. Personally I don't think putting it vertical would do any harm, but I'll leave mine horizontal because I'd rather just be safe than sorry.

I'm getting the Elite for the HDMI, mainly. But if the Pros start shipping with HDMI any time within the next month in Europe, I'll be getting that for sure.

Now that I think about it though, a large HDD and black color would be good. Going to be a tough choice...