So, I just won a NES Challenge Set with Super Mario Bros. 3 in perfect condition, with original box, manuals, controllers. I won it for $61, was this a good deal? I've seen many listings with NES's selling for like around $50 with various games. What do you guys think?
[QUOTE="chunkyluver83"]Today I go in to pick up Pokemon HeartGold, which I reserved February 19 and to my surprise the Gamestop employees did not hand me a Ho-oh figure. I asked for the figure and they said all the figures were gone. I was furious with this because what was the point of the reservation. Now I'm left without the figure and I ended up paying more for something that I was guarantee to get, by one of the employees prior to reserving the game, and did not receive it. If I would of known that I would not receive the figure I would of purchased Pokemon on Amazon for $35. Did anyone else have this issue?PoindeJ
... you want mine? No seriously, I preordered HeartGold 'cause I didn't want the game to be sold out, but I couldn't really care less about the figurine. If you want it that much I can just send it to you - should be light enough to just stick in an envelope. Though, on the other hand sending your address to a stranger over the internet is kinda sketch. So your call. It's not in the box anymore though, so I hope you don't want it in mint condition or anything. If it is not a hassle, I would not mind sending the info. I already sent you a PM.
It's the principle of being baited that's frustrating, not so much the figurine itself. If the shop promised an item they did not give out, it's called false advertisement and that's illegal. And yes, so is selling promotional items.
Daavpuke
Exactly thats why this is frustrating, and also since it is also a limited edition figurine.
I had thought it was a guarantee with a preorder at Gamestop. When I preordered mine I was told I made it in time to receieve the figurine (after I asked about it) which could have meant there was a limited supply and now I was sure to get one. I went in and picked up my reserve this afternoon (one of each title) and got both figurines (again after asking). I have never had an issue with Gamestop so I am grateful for that after hearing some of the problems that others have had (like not even getting the game they preordered!).
Hope it works out for you, and if it helps, Frye's was selling the figurines seperately for five bucks a pop. If you have one of those around you I would suggest having a look.
Euaggelistes
Yeah I went in and the employee looked for the figurine and then another employee commented that they have run out. I think they were just handing them out. I looked at Fry's and its the same deal with Gamestop, that you'll receive it when you preorder the game.
I made sure to go right when they opened so I could get my figurine.When i saw the guy get it for me, they only had like one droor full of them (probaly about 50). I learned to do go early because when I pre ordered mw2 and they promised me a pre-order poster, i found myself in the exact position you are in now when i actually bought the game. I hear best buy is selling them for 5 bucks, so you might want to check that out if you really want it. It's pretty cool even though its really small.truthiness1
Yeah I seen pictures of the box, but haven't actually seen the figurine itself. I filed a complain with the store hopefully that helps and gets me a figure. Can you provide the link for the bestbuy figurines? I looked but did not managed to find it.
This is a stretch, but if there's another GS location in your area, try calling them to see if they can furnish you with your pre-order item... you never know - they might have some kicking around... 67gt500
That's what I'm going to do tomorrow because by this time most Gamestops are closed. The employees offered to call the stores around the area but I doubt it because with the attitude they treated me, they seemed like they didn't care.
[QUOTE="chunkyluver83"]Today I go in to pick up Pokemon HeartGold, which I reserved February 19 and to my surprise the Gamestop employees did not hand me a Ho-oh figure. I asked for the figure and they said all the figures were gone. I was furious with this because what was the point of the reservation. Now I'm left without the figure and I ended up paying more for something that I was guarantee to get, by one of the employees prior to reserving the game, and did not receive it. If I would of known that I would not receive the figure I would of purchased Pokemon on Amazon for $35. Did anyone else have this issue?dotWithShoes
Paying more for what? The game retails for $34.99 .. and the Ho Oh was while supplies last. So what did you pay more for? What I meant to say is that I paid the retail price of the game, which is $39.99 at Gamestop, in order to receive the figure. Whereas at Amazon, I could of bought the same thing as I did at Gamestop for $34.99. On Amazon the game alone just cost $35. Heres the link http://www.amazon.com/Pokemon-HeartGold-Version-Software-Nintendo-DS/dp/B0038MVFYC/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1268602536&sr=8-5
Today I go in to pick up Pokemon HeartGold, which I reserved February 19 and to my surprise the Gamestop employees did not hand me a Ho-oh figure. I asked for the figure and they said all the figures were gone. I was furious with this because what was the point of the reservation. Now I'm left without the figure and I ended up paying more for something that I was guarantee to get, by one of the employees prior to reserving the game, and did not receive it. If I would of known that I would not receive the figure I would of purchased Pokemon on Amazon for $35. Did anyone else have this issue?
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