Rock Band [DEMO UNIT] @ Walmart! YMMV - Branford, CT.

[UjnHunter]

UPDATE:
All right, to end this once and for all, the package I bought from Walmart is indeed a demo. The very first thing I found when I opened the box was a packet of papers that says
"Dear WalMart Store Manager:
Enclosed in this Rock Band demo kit are the following items:
PS3 demo software
Drum kit with stand
Guitar controller
Demo set-up instructionsThese items should be installed on the PS3 end cap in the Christmas Shop per the instructions from your merchandising team.

Turn up the volume and rock on!"

The rest of the packet contains instructions for setting up.
Inside the box was the game in a crappy little paper sleeve, and it came with two smaller boxes containing a wired guitar (note that I bought a PS3 version, so this is probably to prevent people from stealing the guitar from the store) and a drum set. No sign of a microphone, just like the post on the Rockband forums mentioned.

Just got home from Walmart in Branford, CT... they only had a PS3 version left with Drums, Guitar & Mic for $169.99. Not really a DEAL but they did break street date by 21 days! ;) Like I said YMMV! Good Luck. I would have snapped up a 360 version, but they sold out already.

[Bazz]

Pictures would be nice. I can't believe this is at stores already and they have a date of coming out Nov.21.

[Pootie Thang]

I don't believe it either

[UjnHunter]

Sorry I don't carry my camera with me, especially when I'm headed to Walmart to buy something to fix a toilet. I didn't believe it either till I saw it. I actually had to stop at Gamestop on the way home to ask when it comes out. The box is pretty big, It's the size of 4 GHIII boxes put together... It says "Rock Band Limited Edition" on the box. Like I said... YMMV!

[darkchaostitan]

Still at cost it is still bit too expensive for me, I'll just get GH3 for $50. Nevertheless good find OP, but it's without a doubt one of the harder ymmv's to find.

[Bazz]

Well if it was true I think any person here would have bought the ps3 version anyways just to sell on ebay and make a killing on it.

[Distrato]

Pics or it didn't happen.

[jalu6]

I saw rock band display at Best Buy today, they had the guitar, drums and mic playable.

[wampa8jedi]

Well if it was true I think any person here would have bought the ps3 version anyways just to sell on ebay and make a killing on it.

True... you could easily triple your money...

[SNAKE EYES EX]

I was just at my Walmart and they had a Wii with a built-in Blu-ray player. Sorry I couldn't take pics.

[Pootie Thang]

Well shit someone at gamefaqs.com has pics

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y256/hsox05/103007_1553.jpg

He lives in Virginia.

[menikmati]

Damn, that's fucking way before the official release date. My theory is that's supposed to be a demo setup or something, seeing as it's on the bottom of a cart.

[Sgt Grumbles]

Well shit someone at gamefaqs.com has pics


He lives in Virginia.

*gasp* I live in Virginia! To Wal-Mart! (To be disappointed!)

[(psp)snake]

ehhhh, its a demo i bet.

btw i went to bestbuy and the game pwned.... at least with playing with two other people

[SNAKE EYES EX]

Appologies to the OP if this is true. This would be pretty insane 20 days early, but I would imagine it's the store demo.

[IXI Dragunz IXI]

Pics or it didn't happen.

I think you mean "Sreenshot or it didn't happen." -Brandon

[buster90]

I smell fraud you don't carry a camera? So your phone has no camera? LOL.....FRAUD! FAKE LIER!

[(psp)snake]

Appologies to the OP if this is true. This would be pretty insane 20 days early, but I would imagine it's the store demo.

DING DING!!!

we have a winner....
the bestbuy demo was the game as well. they had the guitar and drums, but no mic.

and a second guitar which was a gh2 360 controller. and the store demo had all the songs i imagine because it seemed really like the game

[Mr. Pink]

I smell fraud you don't carry a camera? So your phone has no camera? LOL.....FRAUD! FAKE LIER!

Are you an idiot? Scroll up a little.

[lawdood]

Are you an idiot? Scroll up a little.

Don't be so quick to call someone an idiot unless you want to look like one yourself. The pic posted above is from GAMEFAQ's, not the OP.

Read to learn, learn to read.

[mykevermin]

Damn, that's fucking way before the official release date. My theory is that's supposed to be a demo setup or something, seeing as it's on the bottom of a cart.

Maybe. I'd think it would have a great big "HEY DUMBASS WAL-MART EMPLOYEE! I'M A DEMO UNIT, SO DON'T SELL ME TO THE FIRST HILLBILLY THAT WALKS BY!" sticker on there somewhere.

Or, y'know, a picture version of that statement for the illit'rate.

[Richlough]

The Rockband demo I saw at Best Buy was for 360 [I could peep the Elite inside the island] .

[Zoglog]

this happened with Guitar Hero I and II as well with best buy.
Something about these big box items ;)

[jaysapathy]

Saw this earlier myself, local Wal-Mart has the 360 and PS3 versions on the shelf for purchase.

Jay

[RiskyChris]

Saw this earlier myself, local Wal-Mart has the 360 and PS3 versions on the shelf for purchase.

Jay

what is your location I AM GOING MAD!! :wall:

[bobphone]

what is your location I AM GOING MAD!! :wall:

Liarsville, PA.

[RiskyChris]

Liarsville, PA.

Only two states away, I'm off to the invisible boatmobile.

[garfep]

Damn, OP, Branford is like 10 minutes away from my house. It's the next town over. If I wasn't at school I'd definitely drive over and verify this.

[kennistond]

I just called mine and they told me it comes out November 7th.

WTF!!

[UjnHunter]

This is the last time I post a find. I just figured I'd throw everyone a heads up. I thought it might be helpfull to someone in the area, or to anyone else near a Walmart that might want to see if theirs has it out. It was definitely not a demo version as it had a price sticker on the box. But whatever. I'll go back to watching other peoples finds. Not sure why everyone is so immature.

[Mars10]

Just went to the Wal-Mart in my area. No rock band there :(

[aktick]

I'm guessing if they had it, they wouldn't sell it to you? Their registers probably wouldn't allow it to go through, at least that's my past experience with Walmart with games before street date.

Plus they have apparently been getting good at putting out items with a price tag before they are allowed to sell them, with the Toshiba A2 HD DVD players. :roll:

[Slate]

This is the last time I post a find. I just figured I'd throw everyone a heads up. I thought it might be helpfull to someone in the area, or to anyone else near a Walmart that might want to see if theirs has it out. It was definitely not a demo version as it had a price sticker on the box. But whatever. I'll go back to watching other peoples finds. Not sure why everyone is so immature.

It's like that on here. I believe you though.

[Lion Rocker]

Holy fucking christ. 21 days early!?

*whips out phone book*

[minos1067]

This is the last time I post a find. I just figured I'd throw everyone a heads up. I thought it might be helpfull to someone in the area, or to anyone else near a Walmart that might want to see if theirs has it out. It was definitely not a demo version as it had a price sticker on the box. But whatever. I'll go back to watching other peoples finds. Not sure why everyone is so immature.

I'm sure that nobody REALLY means any ill will, just that this game is soo anticipated and pictures of your find would really help. So us CAGs really appreciate any heads up about these finds, even if they can't find it before the official release date. It's really kudos to you if you can take a quick snap shot of the display with, say, a phone that has a camera as most do, but if you don't have one, just say so, and expect that skeptics will post UGLY post right back for not.

[fshaia]

Mine said they are got some of the PS3 version in, but they can't sell it until the street date

[Exodus.Lang]

I saw the box at my Wal-Mart last night too, but they hadn't opened it up yet.

[jersoc]

it's suppose to be for demo purposes like BB are receiving. dont get your hopes up. the registers won't allow a sale anyways.

[Cmosfm]

This is the last time I post a find. I just figured I'd throw everyone a heads up. I thought it might be helpfull to someone in the area, or to anyone else near a Walmart that might want to see if theirs has it out. It was definitely not a demo version as it had a price sticker on the box. But whatever. I'll go back to watching other peoples finds. Not sure why everyone is so immature.

Ignore them, people have a way of acting like blubbering babies and calling everyone a liar on here whenever it's something they want but can't actually GET until the release date.

If you made a post saying that "Viva Pinata Party Animals" was on the shelf at Wal-Mart 3 weeks early, no one would say anything.

I, for one, am going to check out Wal-Mart tomorrow. Thanks for the heads up.

[Chronis]

I'm confused at why everyone is saying it's the demo version. Most of the Wal-Marts i've been too don't have the room to set a demo station for this up. So why would they even have one.

[jfuze]

This is the last time I post a find. I just figured I'd throw everyone a heads up. I thought it might be helpfull to someone in the area, or to anyone else near a Walmart that might want to see if theirs has it out. It was definitely not a demo version as it had a price sticker on the box. But whatever. I'll go back to watching other peoples finds. Not sure why everyone is so immature.

Exactly why I hardly ever post here.

The people are for the most part disgusting and immature. Time to grow the hell up.

Thanks for the heads up on RB, btw. I'm going to go check my WalMart.

[jersoc]

Because I work there, I know it's a demo unit.

I mean we only got 1 in. that doesn't strike anyone else as odd? why would they only get ONE copy of a game? We usually get pallets of major releases.

[n8n8baby]

It's not _that_ crazy that there might be units turning up on this one. Think about it...on a regular game, they just have to duplicate discs, so the first one probably only comes off of the line a few days before the millionth one. For a game like this, they've probably been putting the boxes together for weeks already, which means the game's probably been gold for a while already. Takes a lot longer timespan to get that much plastic and wire packed up for as many as they are trying to ship.

That being said, it's probably a demo unit...but the demo units may just be the retail version. Doubt they'd be shipping them all out this early, but what do I know?

[mkelehan]

The demo version is different from the retail version. Less songs, fewer modes, no bass pedal (so those notes are automatically hit). And they're all "powered by Xbox 360."

Maybe we could get lucky and they'll push the release date up two weeks. But I doubt it.

[Mr. Pink]

Don't be so quick to call someone an idiot unless you want to look like one yourself. The pic posted above is from GAMEFAQ's, not the OP.

Read to learn, learn to read.

The above posts were saying that the game was probably a demo, not the actual full veresion itself :roll:

[Cursor]

The demo version is different from the retail version. Less songs, fewer modes, no bass pedal (so those notes are automatically hit). And they're all "powered by Xbox 360."

Maybe we could get lucky and they'll push the release date up two weeks. But I doubt it.

And yet the OP saw the PS3 Version. I think everyone's being a bit too quick to discount the OP's story.

[tw4win]

And yet the OP saw the PS3 Version. I think everyone's being a bit too quick to discount the OP's story.

I wouldn't discount it but it does seem odd that they would send the game out 21 days before release unless they are planning an early release or they are planning something HUGE for Black Friday.

[CheapyD]

If anyone scores a rock band please pm me with a photo (or post it here) of the game and receipt!
Thanks UjnHunter!

[SNAKE EYES EX]

I wouldn't discount it but it does seem odd that they would send the game out 21 days before release unless they are planning an early release or they are planning something HUGE for Black Friday.

The only thing I can think is that they are ground shipping because of the size/weight of the product, rather than the overnight/2nd day air drop shipments of a typical release.

So perhaps Walmart is getting their games early and selling them. I don't believe there is a hard street date (only a "in stores by" date), so it's possible.

[tw4win]

The only thing I can think is that they are ground shipping because of the size/weight of the product, rather than the overnight/2nd day air drop shipments of a typical release.

So perhaps Walmart is getting their games early and selling them. I don't believe there is a hard street date (only a "in stores by" date), so it's possible.

Gamestop lists is as "guaranteed available" on 11/20, two days before Thanksgiving so it's going to be around then and it's going to be HUGE on Black Friday. Given that Wal Mart does an incredible amount of business on Black Friday and they have a ton of extra product that day they might have had them shipped early. I'm sure if a company like Wal Mart asks for early shipping they get it...

You do bring up a good point, it is a f'ing huge box so they might have shipped it ground.

I really wouldn't put it past Wal Marts to sell it early, especially if they have it sitting in the stockroom for awhile. I think your best bet is probably to go to your local store and ask. That's how I got GH3 3 days early from Best Buy. I saw an unpacked box on the floor and asked a clerk if she was going to open it. She opened it for me and handed me one, all the while looking at the sticker that said "Do not sell before 10/28."

[Mars10]

I called 20 Wal-Marts in 4 cities in and around Houston and no go (6 were not even supercenters). I also visited 4 seperate wal-marts today just to make sure they were looking, and I found nothing. The doors were open to the back in one wal-mart and i gave myself a little walk around till i was asked what i was doing there. Well, anyway, I will check again tomorrow! :D

[admanimal]

Gamestop lists is as "guaranteed available" on 11/20, two days before Thanksgiving so it's going to be around then

I don't want to blow my first post with a stupid comment that you already know but...the official street date of the game is Tuesday 11/20, so it should be no surprise that it will be around then. They moved the black Friday release date back to a normal Tuesday release.

[TimPV3]

Because I work there, I know it's a demo unit.

I mean we only got 1 in. that doesn't strike anyone else as odd? why would they only get ONE copy of a game? We usually get pallets of major releases.Maybe they only got one BECAUSE IT'S FUCKING HUGE? EA said themselves they wouldn't sell individual instruments right now because of space problems. Just because you're Mr. Billy Badass working at Wal-Mart, doesn't mean you know everything. People have said there's been price stickers, and since when do manufacturers send out demo units in plain retail boxes, without a TV or system?

[tw4win]

Maybe they only got one BECAUSE IT'S FUCKING HUGE? EA said themselves they wouldn't sell individual instruments right now because of space problems. Just because you're Mr. Billy Badass working at Wal-Mart, doesn't mean you know everything. People have said there's been price stickers, and since when do manufacturers send out demo units in plain retail boxes, without a TV or system?

If I walked into a Wal Mart tomorrow and saw a copy of Rock Band on the floor it would be going home with me, regardless of it's availability for sale. If someone at a store is dumb enough to put something out where customers can see it then they better be ready to sell it...

[admanimal]

People have said there's been price stickers, and since when do manufacturers send out demo units in plain retail boxes, without a TV or system?

Many people who work at Best Buy reported on the rockband.com forums that the BB demos have been arriving in the Special Edition boxes, even though they are not the exact retail games.

[A Happy Panda]

I don't understand why people call the OP a liar...he's been here since 2004. Why would he suddenly decide to post this random-ass rumor?

[chicagoz]

I don't understand why people call the OP a liar...he's been here since 2004. Why would he suddenly decide to post this random-ass rumor?

Indeed.

[FlamedLiquid]

Could have seen it, and I'm not calling him a liar...but I bet it was the demo. Either that or maybe Wal-Mart got them in stock and hasnt put them in the back yet. I used to work at Wal-Mart and I know that associates just take a pallet out onto the floor. It could have been on a pallet and they didnt read the Sale Date sticker on it. But if it was on display with a price and everything............that is very unlikely.

[_Sin_]

Maybe they only got one BECAUSE IT'S FUCKING HUGE? EA said themselves they wouldn't sell individual instruments right now because of space problems. Just because you're Mr. Billy Badass working at Wal-Mart, doesn't mean you know everything. People have said there's been price stickers, and since when do manufacturers send out demo units in plain retail boxes, without a TV or system?
stop now, before you hurt yourself:dunce:

besides, I doubt the demo unit came with its own TV, they usually pop the game in the already hooked up xbox display and use that. Ive never seen a game have its own display at walmart, or even best buy (eb may be different, but I hate that store with a passion).

[atatpilot3]

I've gotta agree with those who have pointed out that they can't see a demo unit fitting in their local Wal-Mart. Every Wal-Mart I've ever visited has the most cramped videogame isles imaginable. I could not possibly imagine any store in San Diego squeezing in a demo unit without removing half of a row's shelves.

Also, don't be discouraged, OP. For each troll, there were 20 others (myself included) calling up or visiting Wal-Mart for a chance at this. Thanks for the heads up!

[SNAKE EYES EX]

Rock Band has no street date. The date most stores will receive it is November 20th, the 'in stores by' date is November 23rd.

I worked at GameStop for 10 years, VERY few games have street dates. Guitar Hero III had a street date, Halo 3 had a street date, Rock Band does NOT have a street date. If a store wants to sell it early (if it's out there) than they can. Most all stores list November 20th as the "release" the Rock Band press release says "in stores by November 23rd".

Still...I'm a little surprised that original pic is of the PS3 version when all the demo versions appear to be 360. Perhaps we will see an early release. As my last post said, I suspect most stores are receiving this game in their regular distros and therefore some may sell it early, but depending on location to distribution hub, some stores might get this earlier than others.

[jersoc]

Maybe they only got one BECAUSE IT'S FUCKING HUGE? EA said themselves they wouldn't sell individual instruments right now because of space problems. Just because you're Mr. Billy Badass working at Wal-Mart, doesn't mean you know everything. People have said there's been price stickers, and since when do manufacturers send out demo units in plain retail boxes, without a TV or system?


Actually I do what's going on there since I know someone who works in electronics and he said a sony rep is coming to set it up with a ps3. ITS A FREAKIN DEMO YOU TARD. where is your proof otherwise. I know. You're so fucking stupid. It's one god damn box every WM got. ONE BOX. that's not a launch you stupid fuck stick. I think perhaps you go flaming someone without facts you better be ready to take the heat. Why the bloody fuck would a game developer send a TV to EVERY RETAILER. No one does that, that makes ZERO sense. Those places have systems, generally and almost ALWAYS have TV's setup already. Wtf do you shop? God damn you're so fucking stupid, I hope you drink bleach and do the world a favor and fucking die.

[Cmosfm]

EDIT:

Actually, forget it, the person above me is an idiot. I'm not going to try and argue points here when retards like him make everyone look bad.

Actually I do what's going on there since I know someone who works in electronics and he said a sony rep is coming to set it up with a ps3. ITS A FREAKIN DEMO YOU TARD. where is your proof otherwise. I know. You're so fucking stupid. It's one god damn box every WM got. ONE BOX. that's not a launch you stupid fuck stick. I think perhaps you go flaming someone without facts you better be ready to take the heat. Why the bloody fuck would a game developer send a TV to EVERY RETAILER. No one does that, that makes ZERO sense. Those places have systems, generally and almost ALWAYS have TV's setup already. Wtf do you shop? God damn you're so fucking stupid, I hope you drink bleach and do the world a favor and fucking die.

So the guy is misinformed and you hope he "drinks bleach and dies"?

God even Veterans here are embarrassing.

EDIT 2: You know, you're arguing on the internet in the middle of the night about the release date of a game with fake instruments. Jesus you people need to get things into perspective here, you all (all meaning people that are acting like jersoc the nerd god) should be really ashamed, really REALLY ashamed.

[cochesecochese]

Actually I do what's going on there since I know someone who works in electronics and he said a sony rep is coming to set it up with a ps3. ITS A FREAKIN DEMO YOU TARD. where is your proof otherwise. I know. You're so fucking stupid. It's one god damn box every WM got. ONE BOX. that's not a launch you stupid fuck stick. I think perhaps you go flaming someone without facts you better be ready to take the heat. Why the bloody fuck would a game developer send a TV to EVERY RETAILER. No one does that, that makes ZERO sense. Those places have systems, generally and almost ALWAYS have TV's setup already. Wtf do you shop? God damn you're so fucking stupid, I hope you drink bleach and do the world a favor and fucking die.

Chill man. It's just a game.

[Scorch]

God even Veterans here are embarrassing.

Age doesn't equal knowledge

[Cmosfm]

Age doesn't equal knowledge

Exactly, but man, you'd figure after so many years here they'd learn SOMETHING.

[AlphakirA]

Am I missing something here?...why is a guy (OP) being blasted on when he's been here for 3+ years? I know it's hard to believe, but it's not like the guy's posting referral links or spam or some shit. He specifically stated where it's at if anyone's interested. What benefit would he have for trying to trick any one of the 14 year old 'ur a liar!!' $$$s? Seriously, what's the benefit. What? Is his e-penis huugggggeeee because of this?

You want people to hunt out deals for you, then you shove a pile of shit in their face when they try to contribute to the site. I feel like I'm on friggin GameFAQs...

[FlamedLiquid]

Am I missing something here?...why is a guy (OP) being blasted on when he's been here for 3+ years? I know it's hard to believe, but it's not like the guy's posting referral links or spam or some shit. He specifically stated where it's at if anyone's interested. What benefit would he have for trying to trick any one of the 14 year old 'ur a liar!!' $$$s? Seriously, what's the benefit. What? Is his e-penis huugggggeeee because of this?

You want people to hunt out deals for you, then you shove a pile of shit in their face when they try to contribute to the site. I feel like I'm on friggin GameFAQs...


Someone already stated pretty much what you posted on page 3.

[bardockkun]

Thanks for the heads up OP, but I'm gonna wait it out with all the TRU coupons so I can save a few bucks. As much enjoyment as I had from the drums, GH3 is going to occupy me more then enough...

[Cmosfm]

Thanks for the heads up OP, but I'm gonna wait it out with all the TRU coupons so I can save a few bucks. As much enjoyment as I had from the drums, GH3 is going to occupy me more then enough...

Man, I've spent so much time at Best Buy playing the demo kiosk I can already kick ass on Expert with the drums. I can't wait for this game!

[Nugzy]

I believe him. Cant wait for the 23rd?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Special-Edition-for-Xbox-360-GET-IT-NOW_W0QQitemZ190169014258QQihZ009QQcategoryZ62053Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

PS. Not my auction.

[admanimal]

Man, I've spent so much time at Best Buy playing the demo kiosk I can already kick ass on Expert with the drums. I can't wait for this game!

Wait until you have to play it with the bass pedal...

[Dingleberry]

I wasted 45 minutes driving to walmarts....only to remember that all of the ones around here are not open 24 hours

[FlamedLiquid]

I wasted 45 minutes driving to walmarts....only to remember that all of the ones around here are not open 24 hours


lol. Man that realllllly sucks. Seriously.

[admanimal]

I believe him. Cant wait for the 23rd?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Special-Edition-for-Xbox-360-GET-IT-NOW_W0QQitemZ190169014258QQihZ009QQcategoryZ62053Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

PS. Not my auction.

I wonder if someone sold that guy the demo version by accident. The BB demos do come in the regular Rock Band Special Edition packaging with the normal SKU and everything, but don't actually include the full game.

[bardockkun]

Man, I've spent so much time at Best Buy playing the demo kiosk I can already kick ass on Expert with the drums. I can't wait for this game!
Man, I struggled with The Clash on medium...

Then again I only played, I think, 3 songs total with the drums. But definetly fun and kinda want to buy another pair of drums to do drum battles with friends.

[helava]

I can confirm that the OP is correct, it's NOT a demo, and that the Walmart near the Oakland Airport in CA has 1 PS3 bundle left. I'd have bought it, except that I don't have a PS3, and excited as I am for the game, I'm not spending an extra $400 just to play it a couple weeks early.

That said, I talked to the clerk, and she said they'd gotten multiple copies (so the jackass who swore up and down it's a demo is wrong), and they'd only had PS3 versions.

So, *yes*, Walmart has Rock Band in stock in some locations.

[drfunk85]

You know what, I'm bored and going to pull an all nighter tonight with some hours to spare, so I'm heading out to my Walmart tonight. I'll report back in a bit.

[Agrippan]

This looks pretty definitive:

http://kotaku.com/gaming/gallery/rock-band-in-house-unpacked-317497.php

[dizzlle01]

I can confirm that the OP is correct, it's NOT a demo, and that the Walmart near the Oakland Airport in CA has 1 PS3 bundle left. I'd have bought it, except that I don't have a PS3, and excited as I am for the game, I'm not spending an extra $400 just to play it a couple weeks early.

That said, I talked to the clerk, and she said they'd gotten multiple copies (so the jackass who swore up and down it's a demo is wrong), and they'd only had PS3 versions.

So, *yes*, Walmart has Rock Band in stock in some locations.

I also saw two left at my local walmart in porter ranch, ca. I just got guitar hero 3, so I guess Rock Band have to wait. Between Guitar Hero 3, Call of Duty 4, Mario Galaxy, Assasin Creed, Mass Effect, I can wait.

[drfunk85]

You know what, I'm bored and going to pull an all nighter tonight with some hours to spare, so I'm heading out to my Walmart tonight. I'll report back in a bit.

No bundles at my location in Urbana, IL. I would check the Champaign location but I'm lazy.

They did however have a Wii which was just the second time since launch I've seen one.

[porieux]

If you go to walmart.com you can put this code into the URL bar to try to search for in store availability. I couldn't find any in stock though so I'm not sure if it shows up in their system yet.

javascript:openSlapOverlay(7789034);

[MarkMan]

I've gotta agree with those who have pointed out that they can't see a demo unit fitting in their local Wal-Mart. Every Wal-Mart I've ever visited has the most cramped videogame isles imaginable. I could not possibly imagine any store in San Diego squeezing in a demo unit without removing half of a row's shelves.

Also, don't be discouraged, OP. For each troll, there were 20 others (myself included) calling up or visiting Wal-Mart for a chance at this. Thanks for the heads up!

YES!

I checked a few Wal-Marts in SD today, if you find any let me know. I'll let you konw as well if I find any throughout the weekend.

[thirtytwoutside]

Actually I do what's going on there since I know someone who works in electronics and he said a sony rep is coming to set it up with a ps3. ITS A FREAKIN DEMO YOU TARD. where is your proof otherwise. I know. You're so fucking stupid. It's one god damn box every WM got. ONE BOX. that's not a launch you stupid fuck stick. I think perhaps you go flaming someone without facts you better be ready to take the heat. Why the bloody fuck would a game developer send a TV to EVERY RETAILER. No one does that, that makes ZERO sense. Those places have systems, generally and almost ALWAYS have TV's setup already. Wtf do you shop? God damn you're so fucking stupid, I hope you drink bleach and do the world a favor and fucking die.

Wow...

I've never seen so many of those fun little fuck images in one post before. Sounds like someone has some anger management issues.

[Monsta Mack]

If I walked into a Wal Mart tomorrow and saw a copy of Rock Band on the floor it would be going home with me, regardless of it's availability for sale. If someone at a store is dumb enough to put something out where customers can see it then they better be ready to sell it...

Anything on the floor that you spot you should be able to buy, and thats why corporate is getting on everyone for not bringing all items from directs to the floor as soon as they receive the items. You would figure everyone would follow the rules but obviously not.

Anyways, why would the OP buy the *PS3 version* obviously this is real, and if It's not the full unit he has a nice retail demo unit to sell on eBay and make his money back ten fold.

[uglyteradon]

Is the game even gold yet? I don't remember hearing news that the game was even fully ready. Why would Wal-Mart get a Rock Band demo for both X-Box 360 and PS3? Anyway, I'm going to hunt for it later tonight at a few Wal-Marts in the Dayton, OH area.

If this is real then maybe I can use some of that good luck from the Bioshock pre-release. I've always had good luck buying clearence items from Wal-Mart because they delete a lot of it from the system, and if the price tag is missing you are sometimes able to name your price (depending on the clerk). I'm just stating that because if they are on the floor and not in the system then they might realize the mistake, then again Wal-Mart employees probably have no clue what is going on.

All this mixed information just has me excited, I want to believe this so badly!

[admanimal]

Is the game even gold yet?

Yes. Both Kotaku and Wired have received final games and have posted pics of unboxing.

[uglyteradon]

Yes. Both Kotaku and Wired have received final games and have posted pics of unboxing.

I was wondering why Kotaku had a copy.

[fraggedbylaggers]

I live 10 minutes away. If it is still out I will get a ps3 version if someone wants it. I am not in school because I had surgery two days ago. I would like maybe $20 for my trouble and shipping money?

[mykevermin]

$$$s

While I appreciate your sentiment, that was pretty classless of you to say.

I live 10 minutes away. If it is still out I will get a ps3 version if someone wants it. I am not in school because I had surgery two days ago. I would like maybe $20 for my trouble and shipping money?

Dunno how heavy the box is, but given the size of it, you'll walk away with maybe 2 bucks after shipping. And I'm skeptical of that, even. Thanks for the offer, though.

[Stonecoldfreak1]

i was able to spot a 360 version of rock band at my local wal-mart two days ago.

[uglyteradon]

I was just told by a Wal-Mart employee at Huber Heights that a PS3 version has arrived and they are unsure of what they are supposed to do with it. Apparently some stores are setting it up in Lawn and Garden for this holiday as a promotion for all the next-gen systems. She seemed to be pretty knowledgable for an employee and knew what the game was when I called.

From her description it sounded like the exact box posted on Ebay, and it was the PS3 version and not the 360. So my guess is I'm not going to have a lot of luck in Ohio but I just thought I'd keep everyone posted. Sorry for the sparatic rambling; the other stores I called don't have any news.

[fraggedbylaggers]

Dunno how heavy the box is, but given the size of it, you'll walk away with maybe 2 bucks after shipping. And I'm skeptical of that, even. Thanks for the offer, though.

Well I really dont care if I get any money. Just want to help some cags out.

[honkymagoo]

I'm surprised Walmarts are even getting demo units. Can you imagine the condition of the drums after a few weeks of ADHD riddled 8 year olds going to town on them? And who the fuck knows where that mic will end up. I'm not putting it near my mouth.

[techstar25]

If you go to walmart.com you can put this code into the URL bar to try to search for in store availability. I couldn't find any in stock though so I'm not sure if it shows up in their system yet.

javascript:openSlapOverlay(7789034);
I used that trick and put in the zip code for Branford, CT (as in the OP's subject line), and he's right. It would appear that they at least have it in the system at that store, they "carry the product". All other stores, it doesnt' show up as being carried at all.
I copied the search results below.

By the way, to check yours...
1. Go to walmart.com
2. Search for item 7789035 (PS3 version) or 7789034 (xbx360 verson).
3. While on the product page, paste the code from the above quote into your URL bar, replacing the number with the version number of your choice. Don't forget the semicolon. Press enter.
4. A javascript box should pop up allowing you to put in your zip code.
5. Bingo!


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By the way, I'd like to send a big Fuck you to all the haters who doubted the OP.

[egonpax]

I called 20 Wal-Marts in 4 cities in and around Houston and no go (6 were not even supercenters). I also visited 4 seperate wal-marts today just to make sure they were looking, and I found nothing. The doors were open to the back in one wal-mart and i gave myself a little walk around till i was asked what i was doing there. Well, anyway, I will check again tomorrow! :D

Dang dude. That's pretty hardcore. Thanks for that info. I'm also in the Houston area. I tried the walmart.com product search and turned up nothing for 100 miles within 2 different zip codes for both versions. :(

[tw4win]

I used that trick and put in the zip code for Branford, CT (as in the OP's subject line), and he's right. It would appear that they at least have it in the system at that store, they "carry the product". All other stores, it doesnt' show up at all.
I copied the search results below.

By the way, to check yours...
1. Go to walmart.com
2. Search for item 7789035 (PS3 version) or 7789034 (xbx360 verson).
3. While on the product page, paste the code from the above quote into your URL bar, replacing the number with the version number of your choice. Don't forget the semicolon. Press enter.
4. A javascript box should pop up allowing you to put in your zip code.
5. Bingo!


By the way, I'd like to send a big Fuck you to all the haters who doubted the OP.

It's not working for me.

[spartan789]

huh...when I do that same thing for the 360 version for that zip I get nothing.

[uglyteradon]

I used that trick and put in the zip code for Branford, CT (as in the OP's subject line), and he's right. It would appear that they at least have it in the system at that store, they "carry the product". All other stores, it doesnt' show up as being carried at all.
I copied the search results below.

By the way, to check yours...
1. Go to walmart.com
2. Search for item 7789035 (PS3 version) or 7789034 (xbx360 verson).
3. While on the product page, paste the code from the above quote into your URL bar, replacing the number with the version number of your choice. Don't forget the semicolon. Press enter.
4. A javascript box should pop up allowing you to put in your zip code.
5. Bingo!


By the way, I'd like to send a big Fuck you to all the haters who doubted the OP.

Couldn't find anything with it, but it worked for me. Thanks for the information and I'll be sure to keep refreshing through the next few days. Hopefully a store in Ohio will get one eventually. I checked for a PS3 copy to see if the Huber Heights store somehow had it in their system but to my avail the clerk was being straight with me.

This is going to haunt the rest of my day, any other Ohians that want to team up just give me a message.

[garfep]

I live 10 minutes away. Heh, what town are you in? I'm from Guilford.

[tw4win]

Couldn't find anything with it, but it worked for me. Thanks for the information and I'll be sure to keep refreshing through the next few days. Hopefully a store in Ohio will get one eventually. I checked for a PS3 copy to see if the Huber Heights store somehow had it in their system but to my avail the clerk was being straight with me.

This is going to haunt the rest of my day, any other Ohians that want to team up just give me a message.

I still can't get it to work. Can someone check zip codes: 22310 & 20005

Thanks

[daminion]

I still can't get it to work. Can someone check zip codes: 22310 & 20005

Thanks

We found no stores within 100 miles of 20005 that carry this product. Please try a new search. (In-stock status is approximate and was last updated on 11/01/2007 at 12:00 AM, E.T.)

We found no stores within 100 miles of 22310 that carry this product. Please try a new search. (In-stock status is approximate and was last updated on 11/01/2007 at 12:00 AM, E.T.)

[Mars10]

Techstar, thanks for the heads up bud. I checked every major city from Houston all the way to the mexico border and nothing. I guess it will be a refresh game on wal-mart.com :P

[muncle]

Yeah, couldn't find any in Texas either...oh well...I still have to finish GH3, but if I find this...BAM....I'm picking it up!

[jaysapathy]

So just to recap what the majority have said in this thread:

No, it's not a demo.

Yes, it's available for purchase.

And yes, some people have picked it up, including myself (bought an Xbox 360 version this morning, and it's actually kind of fun). So, to all the haters, here comes a big double finger from "Liarsville, PA" and you're all invited to blow me. When you're finished, make sure you blow the OP, too. Not only was his information valid, but it was very helpful to a lot of people here. It is concievable that people will put stuff out early, so instead of going "OMGWTFLIAR" shut your fucking hole if you don't know. This isn't a "bitch because you didn't find it" thread, it's a thread to let people know.. Jesus.

Just my two cents.


And in case anyone's interested, Salt Lake City's Wal-Mart has one Xbox360 & one pS3, and the one in Springville has a PS3 version left. Go fetch.

[aktick]

So just to recap what the majority have said in this thread:

No, it's not a demo.

Yes, it's available for purchase.

And yes, some people have picked it up, including myself (bought an Xbox 360 version this morning, and it's actually kind of fun). So, to all the haters, here comes a big double finger from "Liarsville, PA" and you're all invited to blow me. When you're finished, make sure you blow the OP, too. Not only was his information valid, but it was very helpful to a lot of people here. It is concievable that people will put stuff out early, so instead of going "OMGWTFLIAR" shut your fucking hole if you don't know. This isn't a "bitch because you didn't find it" thread, it's a thread to let people know.. Jesus.

Just my two cents.


And in case anyone's interested, Salt Lake City's Wal-Mart has one Xbox360 & one pS3, and the one in Springville has a PS3 version left. Go fetch.
Sweet, good job dude. If you don't mind, could you post some pics of the drums up close and maybe some screenshots of how the menus are laid out? Just curious. :)

[fraggedbylaggers]

Heh, what town are you in? I'm from Guilford.

me too!

[admanimal]

So just to recap what the majority have said in this thread:

No, it's not a demo.

Yes, it's available for purchase.

And yes, some people have picked it up, including myself (bought an Xbox 360 version this morning, and it's actually kind of fun). So, to all the haters, here comes a big double finger from "Liarsville, PA" and you're all invited to blow me. When you're finished, make sure you blow the OP, too. Not only was his information valid, but it was very helpful to a lot of people here. It is concievable that people will put stuff out early, so instead of going "OMGWTFLIAR" shut your fucking hole if you don't know. This isn't a "bitch because you didn't find it" thread, it's a thread to let people know.. Jesus.

Just my two cents.


And in case anyone's interested, Salt Lake City's Wal-Mart has one Xbox360 & one pS3, and the one in Springville has a PS3 version left. Go fetch.

Sweet find. Can we get some info on how the Solo Tour is set up? Is it just like the GH series or can you create a character, etc?

[jaysapathy]

I'll post more on it when I get home from work in some-odd hours. Just reply here with what you want to know, and I'll see what I can do.

Jay

[aktick]

I'll post more on it when I get home from work in some-odd hours. Just reply here with what you want to know, and I'll see what I can do.

Jay

Did you have to do any begging or pleading to get them to sell it to you? Or did the register accept it just fine?

[forumreader]

Congrats to those who got in on this. Let's hope this starts of flood of "mistakes" by retailers that allow us to get this before Thanksgiving week.

[cdrober]

I want to send another thanks to the OP and personally I feel that if someone is a veteran member, posts without trying to extort anyone or spam, etc. then they should be trusted. I know if I was in the situation where I saw this I could only have done the same as the OP, I'm not about to run home, grab a camera, go back to the store, take photos, upload photos, etc. just so some random people I don't know believe me 100%.

Thanks OP and please don't stop posting finds like this!

[Cursor]

Techstar 25, that's fucking awesome. Great use of the internets! None in stock in my area.

[Shampy]

I can't get it to work, can someone check 33018 for me?

[Mars10]

I can't get it to work, can someone check 33018 for me?

The PS3 one wont work for me due to it being out of stock (i believe). But there are no 360 versions in 100 miles of you.

[Vilkata]

Can someone check 67217 for the 360 version for me?

[ewto16]

Couldn't find anything with it, but it worked for me. Thanks for the information and I'll be sure to keep refreshing through the next few days. Hopefully a store in Ohio will get one eventually. I checked for a PS3 copy to see if the Huber Heights store somehow had it in their system but to my avail the clerk was being straight with me.

This is going to haunt the rest of my day, any other Ohians that want to team up just give me a message.

I'd help you out, but the steps above don't work for me. I'm in Columbus.

Could someone please check the 43230 zip code for me? I'd really apprciate it.

[uglyteradon]

Can someone check 67217 for the 360 version for me?
Search Results
We found no stores within 100 miles of 67217 that carry this product. Please try a new search. (In-stock status is approximate and was last updated on 11/01/2007 at 12:00 AM, E.T.)


I'd help you out, but the steps above don't work for me. I'm in Columbus.

What's your zip up there? I'll try and keep you posted throughout the day, let me know of any big breaks if you come across anything. I'm going to try and do my best considering being at work and having to eventually go to class for a few hours.

Checked:
Search Results
We found no stores within 100 miles of 43230 that carry this product. Please try a new search. (In-stock status is approximate and was last updated on 11/01/2007 at 12:00 AM, E.T.)

I'm pretty sure we are within 100 miles of eachother, but the extra radius might help. What's up with the time on the search result?

[alfonsosoriano]

So did any of the CT CAGers try to go buy it? I know my friend would if we were closer to Branford.

[Dingleberry]

I'd help you out, but the steps above don't work for me. I'm in Columbus.

Could someone please check the 43230 zip code for me? I'd really apprciate it.

No walmarts in columbus have it as far as i know....I checked the two I know of closest to campus by actually driving there. And the store availability isn't showing anything for around here.

[admanimal]

According to the web site, no Walmarts near Salt Lake City have any in stock- so either they sold the last two that Jay saw or perhaps the web site isn't completely accurate.

[ewto16]

Thanks for checking the Columbus area. Perhaps the web site isn't totally up to date. I think I have to run out later, so maybe I'll swing by the one Wal-Mart near me.

[ejgarc]

does anyone think with wal-mart selling Rock Band early will allow other retailers to start selling their own stock of Rock Band whenever they receive it?

[spartan789]

nah...I'm sure no one else will. WalMart can take the hit. I don't think the others can.

[uglyteradon]

Thanks for checking the Columbus area. Perhaps the web site isn't totally up to date. I think I have to run out later, so maybe I'll swing by the one Wal-Mart near me.
On the slim chance that you have a stroke of luck and come across an extra 360 copy and you have enough to take a tempory hit in funds then could you pick up an extra copy for a certain somebody in Dayton? I'll seriously drive there tonight with much graditude, and a little something extra for your help.

In reality the first copy I find, if I have enough luck to even find one, is going to my friend. He's willing to lead a caravan if need be to get this game early, and he just so happens to be my neighbor so I'll be able to play Rock Band whenever I want.

Good luck!

[Cable387]

Not working for me either. I might just drop by later, but can someone check 92376 for me? Thanks if someone does.

[Dingleberry]

Not working for me either. I might just drop by later, but can someone check 92376 for me? Thanks if someone does.

Nothing for 92376

[RiskyChris]

I'm going to lose my fucking mind over this huge, huge street date break.

Guess I'll start checking WM.com every half hour...

[porieux]

Glad the code was helpful. You can actually use it on any product page, so you can actually skip the searching step and just click whatever is on the home page.

For people who can't get it to work, try using Firefox.

[sephiroth61787]

I'm not going to use the product page, I'll probably try hitting a Wal-Mart tonight...I want to get their Spidey 3 exclusive anyway....

[ewto16]

On the slim chance that you have a stroke of luck and come across an extra 360 copy and you have enough to take a tempory hit in funds then could you pick up an extra copy for a certain somebody in Dayton? I'll seriously drive there tonight with much graditude, and a little something extra for your help.

In reality the first copy I find, if I have enough luck to even find one, is going to my friend. He's willing to lead a caravan if need be to get this game early, and he just so happens to be my neighbor so I'll be able to play Rock Band whenever I want.

Good luck!

Yep, if I see a 360 copy, I'll snag it.

[ScottG13]

Man, I'd love if they just opened the flood gates. Now would be way better than the oxygen vacuum of Thanksgiving week anyways. Start getting them in hands now would get people talking, YouTube videos rocking and by Thanksgiving, non-traditionals will be looking for this bad boy.

[RiskyChris]

I will straight up buy a copy of this for 360 for $250, more if the shipping is unreasonable.

[admanimal]

According to a post by a Harmonix employee on their boards today, retailers have only received demo versions. So even though Walmart is selling them, they may actually just be the demos, which have a limited playlist and possibly no drum pedal. I guess we'll find out later when Jay opens his.

[tw4win]

According to a post by a Harmonix employee on their boards today, retailers have only received demo versions. So even though Walmart is selling them, they may actually just be the demos, which have a limited playlist and possibly no drum pedal. I guess we'll find out later when Jay opens his.

I was under the impression that he had already opened it...

Regarding the Javascript, I'm using Firefox and still can't get it to work...

[muncle]

Just came back from both of my Wal-Marts.

First off, let me say I used the online checker, and it said none were in stock.

But both Walmarts had it, only for ps3 though. The employee did say that it said they would have 360 versions by Monday!!!

So here's a pic I took with my iPhone...it's a little blurry because I was so excited , only to be let down to see that it was the PS3 version. :(

http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/9196/img0002sg9.jpg

The lady also said that they just got it in last night!! WOOT WOOT

Everybody, don't go by what the website says....go to your walmart and check!!

[fraggedbylaggers]

Just came back from both of my Wal-Marts.

First off, let me say I used the online checker, and it said none were in stock.

But both Walmarts had it, only for ps3 though. The employee did say that it said they would have 360 versions by Monday!!!

So here's a pic I took with my iPhone...it's a little blurry because I was so excited , only to be let down to see that it was the PS3 version. :(

http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/9196/img0002sg9.jpg

The lady also said that they just got it in last night!! WOOT WOOT

Everybody, don't go by what the website says....go to your walmart and check!!

I want a 360 version...
lamerz...

[ZaphodBB1]

What was the price? I can't tell from your photo.

[muncle]

What was the price? I can't tell from your photo.

Yeah sorry about that..The price was typical Wal-Mart style of $169.87 or something like that

[Cable387]

Nothing for 92376
Thanks for checking. Might drop by anyway because of muncle's post.

[psunami]

Looks like 169.82.

I'm going to have to check out my local stores to see if they have it. I really don't want/need it, but I'll probably pick it up if they have it.

[Mars10]

This thread makes me feel like a kid again. Kind of like i am popping firecrackers in the city right next to a cop....or something...

[Mars10]

Yeah sorry about that..The price was typical Wal-Mart style of $169.87 or something like that
Hey where in texas did you find that btw? I have been looking everywhere!

Edit: and sorry for the double post :/

[muncle]

Hey where in texas did you find that btw? I have been looking everywhere!

Edit: and sorry for the double post :/

I'm in the midland/odessa area...so I've checked both of the walmarts in this area! ha
I'm even thinking of checking the sam's clubs since its kinda walmart

[tw4win]

I swear to god, nothing huge ever gets released early at Wal Mart, Target, or Toys R US in the DC area. I just called a couple of stores around me and the clerks say that they don't have it. I'll still check out the stores later today...

If anyone spots one in the DC area or a 50 mile radius of it let me know...

[UberCAG]

has anybody in the buffalo area checked yet, and if not, can somebody put the 14260 area code in to search the inventory to see if its available around here?

[Drakken]

has anybody in the buffalo area checked yet, and if not, can somebody put the 14260 area code in to search the inventory to see if its available around here?

Sorry, nothing for either version.

[masked lemon]

Can someone check 15217 for me? Want to see if there are any available in Pittsburgh, I don't care what system it is for.

[Mars10]

Can someone check 15217 for me? Want to see if there are any available in Pittsburgh, I don't care what system it is for.

No for either 360 or PS3 versions. You might check the store closest to you to make sure.

[kfrancia]

can anyone check 60139...
im about ready to take off to look for a 360 version

[$hady]

By the way, to check yours...
1. Go to walmart.com
2. Search for item 7789035 (PS3 version) or 7789034 (xbx360 verson).
3. While on the product page, paste the code from the above quote into your URL bar, replacing the number with the version number of your choice. Don't forget the semicolon. Press enter.
4. A javascript box should pop up allowing you to put in your zip code.
5. Bingo!


By the way, I'd like to send a big Fuck you to all the haters who doubted the OP.

Works but nothing within 100 miles... Thanks for the how to and thanks OP.

[$hady]

can anyone check 60139...
im about ready to take off to look for a 360 version
Search Results
We found no stores within 100 miles of 60139 that carry this product. Please try a new search. (In-stock status is approximate and was last updated on 11/01/2007 at 12:00 AM, E.T.)


AND MASKED LEMON

Search Results
We found no stores within 100 miles of 15217 that carry this product. Please try a new search. (In-stock status is approximate and was last updated on 11/01/2007 at 12:00 AM, E.T.)

[lawl]

Can someone check 32119 for me?

[Iron Angel]

Im sitting at school right now and this is driving me crazy, i really dont trust the in stock thing just because i dont think i have read a post where its been confirmed in store using it. I could be wrong and I appreciate whoever posted the tracker since its keeping me from going insane in my desk right now....:bouncy:

[quezwood]

Could someone check zip 34655?

Thanx

[Iron Angel]

quezwood, it says not within a 100 miles, and lawl it says thats not a valid zip lol

[dafunkk12]

I'm curious to know whether or not people who are finding these are seeing them at Supercenters or even at regular Wally Worlds. I just feel there's better potential at the Supercenters because of their larger assortment of products, in general. Unfortunately, I've moved decently far away from my closest Supercenter and only have one regular store nearby to check.

[lawl]

Hmm, weird. Try 32127

[sp00ge]

Can someone check 15217 for me? Want to see if there are any available in Pittsburgh, I don't care what system it is for.
Just a heads up, but you may want to shrink down that pic in your sig. It is way beyond the limits of signature pics, both in dimensions and file size. Just letting you know before someone complains and an uberMod 'fixes it' for you. Thanks.

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[quezwood]

Hmmm ok... try 33624 (that's in Tampa).

[alfonsosoriano]

Anyone else found anything? Might go try a few Walmarts with a friend looking for the PS3 one.

[Iron Angel]

quezwood and lawl, both are no go's, Note: that is checking for the 360 version since thats the only tracker i can get to work.

[lawl]

quezwood and lawl, both are no go's, Note: that is checking for the 360 version since thats the only tracker i can get to work.Damn, ok. Thanks anyway.

[helava]

Nothing at the Pinole, CA Walmart.

[Ragekod]

I also saw two left at my local walmart in porter ranch, ca. I just got guitar hero 3, so I guess Rock Band have to wait. Between Guitar Hero 3, Call of Duty 4, Mario Galaxy, Assasin Creed, Mass Effect, I can wait.
This is great I only live 10 minutes away from here =) I'll go soon and report back here!

[UjnHunter]

Glad others are having some luck! Thanks for the pic Muncle! Also thanks for the positive replies to this post. I felt quite discouraged with the early posts being so negative. As to why I didn't purchase the PS3 version when I saw it, I can't afford to go $170 in the hole right now, just to scalp on eBay, let alone that it's against my morals of gouging other gamers!... I AM a CAG after all! Thanks again guys.

[tw4win]

So it looks like people are only finding the PS3 version in the wild, correct?

[lurknomore]

I swear to god, nothing huge ever gets released early at Wal Mart, Target, or Toys R US in the DC area. I just called a couple of stores around me and the clerks say that they don't have it. I'll still check out the stores later today...

If anyone spots one in the DC area or a 50 mile radius of it let me know...

No offense, but you are dead wrong. We in the DC metro area have been privy to the early releases, off the top of my head, of the DS Lite @ Target and a handful of games from TRU. Just got to be fast around these parts as there are ton of FW, SD and CAGs in the area.

[sephiroth61787]

I want the PS3 one...crossing my fingers for MA!

[zander]

Can someone please do me a favor and search for zip 60448 for me?

I appreciate it.

[FailedNinja]

http://community.rockband.com/vbforum/showthread.php?p=98639#post98639

Official word out of Harmonix is those are demo packages.
Maybe they're just trying to cover it up, but at the very least be sure when you make the purchase.

Edit: grammar police let me off with a warning

[Iron Angel]

zander its says its not availble for the 360 version.

I honestly think its a cover, but i do believe there was a bestbuy demo for sale on ebay and it was described as the full game...

[tw4win]

No offense, but you are dead wrong. We in the DC metro area have been privy to the early releases, off the top of my head, of the DS Lite @ Target and a handful of games from TRU. Just got to be fast around these parts as there are ton of FW, SD and CAGs in the area.

I guess you're right. I'm just never fast enough. :)

[zander]

Thank you Iron Angel.

[Iron Angel]

Okay i g2g back to class if anyone else wants me to check their zips for 360 versions i can when i get home in a couple hours, until then someone else can check for the people who cant get it to work.

[FailedNinja]

If anyone has their hands on a copy but can't get to a PS3/360 to check if it's a demo, you can try just opening it up and checking if there's a bass pedal. The demos shouldn't have bass pedals with the drum kit.

[torgo100]

I stopped at my local store, and I talked to a guy there. The store had received a call from their DM or from corporate saying that the "copy of Rock Band that they had in stock wasn't labelled as such, but is a demo unit." He went in back, and brought the disc out, which clearly stated "Demo" on the disc. He was going to check for the footpedal, but he said there was so much crap in the box that it would take too long to do so.

As to people saying that there's a "cover-up" going on, I completely agree. I don't even know if that was a real package or the demo pack, or if he just grabbed some demo disk off of a shelf, since he went in back to get it.

[egonpax]

Techstar, thanks for the heads up bud. I checked every major city from Houston all the way to the mexico border and nothing. I guess it will be a refresh game on wal-mart.com :P
All the way to the Mexico border? You planning a trip all the way to Brownsville for this game or something? Crazy. :) Anyways, I'm going to check a few W-Ms in my area after work (Houston.)

Man, I'd love if they just opened the flood gates. Now would be way better than the oxygen vacuum of Thanksgiving week anyways. Start getting them in hands now would get people talking, YouTube videos rocking and by Thanksgiving, non-traditionals will be looking for this bad boy.
Yes. That would be awesome.

[tw4win]

http://community.rockband.com/vbforum/showthread.php?p=98639#post98639

Official word out of Harmonix is those are demo packages.
Maybe they're just trying to cover it up, but at the very least be sure when you make the purchase.

Edit: grammar police let me off with a warning

I don't want to be a conspiracy theorist but I'm thinking that's a cover-up. Since when do demo versions of software come packaged in the full retail box? Getting a developer to acknowledge the early release of a game is hard enough but it's 21 days early and with this large of a title there's no way they would confirm it. That would be as good as telling everyone that has copies to break street date and sell them.

What makes the most sense is that since the box for this is so large and the demand so high large chains are getting their copies early. I'm sure they aren't supposed to sell them yet but since there isn't a hard street date they probably are anyway...

[alfonsosoriano]

And if they were the demos, why would the stores have more than one of them?

[A Happy Panda]

No 360 units in either 97401 or 97229. Didn't check the PS3 version.

[Tsiawd]

have any cags posted a pic and receipt yet?

[alfonsosoriano]

Yeah, has anyone here even bought one yet? Anxious to see if it's the demo or the real thing.

[Darkserge2002]

I can confirm that the OP is correct, it's NOT a demo, and that the Walmart near the Oakland Airport in CA has 1 PS3 bundle left. I'd have bought it, except that I don't have a PS3, and excited as I am for the game, I'm not spending an extra $400 just to play it a couple weeks early.

That said, I talked to the clerk, and she said they'd gotten multiple copies (so the jackass who swore up and down it's a demo is wrong), and they'd only had PS3 versions.

So, *yes*, Walmart has Rock Band in stock in some locations.
Thank you very much for posting that. I picked up the last copy of it at that store this morning. Hopefully I'll be able to open it after classes today.

[uglyteradon]

http://community.rockband.com/vbforum/showthread.php?p=98639#post98639

Official word out of Harmonix is those are demo packages.
Maybe they're just trying to cover it up, but at the very least be sure when you make the purchase.

Edit: grammar police let me off with a warning
I don't know how to feel after going over the original Ebay auction (http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Special-Edition-for-Xbox-360-GET-IT-NOW_W0QQitemZ190169014258QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item1 90169014258) the reciept states that the game was sold for 169.99 but online it's listed at 169.92; so it could have been a clerk error (sold it even though it wasn't in system) that was manually priced. Then again that wouldn't explain why they are showing up with the online tracker.

I don't know what to think! Somebody please post a picture verifying if it includes everything once you get a chance, thank you!

[alfonsosoriano]

Friend and I are going to head out to two CT Walmart's in an attempt to check things out.

[grifta67]

I won't be able to go til about 5pm, but I'll check the brand new Super WalMart in downtown Cleveland. I'm lookin for 360 for myself, but if they have the ps3 one I'll buy it regardless and post pics for everyone.

No dice on the online search though, so I'm not expecting it to be there.

[tw4win]

Thank you very much for posting that. I picked up the last copy of it at that store this morning. Hopefully I'll be able to open it after classes today.

Man, I would have torn into that box the minute I got to my car just to confirm that it wasn't a demo. What's with people actually having restraint? :)

[ScottG13]

Nothing at Ridge Avenue Walmart in Cincinnati. I'll check a Super Walmart in NKY this evening.

[Darkserge2002]

Man, I would have torn into that box the minute I got to my car just to confirm that it wasn't a demo. What's with people actually having restraint? :)

I didn't even get a chance to read the thread past that post until just now. I had to get up early to get to that Walmart because I'm at college and live a city away, so I had to take public transportation. Now I'm really anxious to find out whether it's a demo or not. I'll probably be back at around 2:30 or 3:00PM Pacific time, so that's when I'll actually check it.

[admanimal]

Since when do demo versions of software come packaged in the full retail box?

Multiple people who work at Best Buy posted several days ago on the rockband.com boards that their demos were in fact packaged in the Special Edition packaging.

I'm skeptical that these people are getting the full retail versions. I'll believe it when someone actually confirms they opened the whole thing and played it.

[TimPV3]

ITS A FREAKIN DEMO YOU TARD.Wrong.
Why the bloody fuck would a game developer send a TV to EVERY RETAILER. No one does that, that makes ZERO sense. Those places have systems, generally and almost ALWAYS have TV's setup already.Maybe because Wal-Mart's videogame section is cramped? Where are they going to set up Rock Band? I don't know which Wal-Mart you work in where they have a PS3 section with enough room for a Rock Band demo, this would have to go on an endcap with a PS3 and a TV, and it certainly doesn't look like there's anything in that box for that. Best Buys already have adequate supplies to set up Rock Band, your average Wal-Mart and Targets don't.

Then again, we already know you're wrong, and that makes you look like enough of an idiot.

[mykevermin]

Nothing at Ridge Avenue Walmart in Cincinnati. I'll check a Super Walmart in NKY this evening.

I'll spare you. Nada. Perhaps the SWM in Florence? I didn't go there.

[tw4win]

Multiple people who work at Best Buy posted several days ago on the rockband.com boards that their demos were in fact packaged in the Special Edition packaging.

I'm skeptical that these people are getting the full retail versions. I'll believe it when someone actually confirms they opened the whole thing and played it.
Worst case scenario i f you find out you have a demo - take the thing home, play with it, and then return it closer to the release of the real item. As long as everything is in good shape you can just tell them that you bought it as a gift and that the person just opened it. No retailer that F'ed up and sold a demo is going to refuse a return on the item, regardless of how long it's been. Assuming, it's within a decent amount of time.

Personally, I'd be tempted to keep the damn thing as a collectors item.

[uglyteradon]

Wrong.
Maybe because Wal-Mart's videogame section is fucking cramped? Where are they going to set up Rock Band? I don't know which fucking Wal-Mart you work in where they have a PS3 section with enough room for a Rock Band demo, this would have to go on an endcap with a PS3 and a TV, and it certainly doesn't look like there's anything in that box for that. Best Buys already have adequate supplies to set up Rock Band, your average Wal-Mart and Targets don't.

Then again, we already know you're wrong, and that makes you look like enough of an idiot.

An employee told me that the PS3 box they had was unopened but apparently was for a demo. This particular store is setting up a PS3, X360, and Wii in the Lawn and Garden center; and I'm not sure what they are all going to have on them. She said it was apart of a promotion for the holiday and that she didn't think they were supposed to be set up yet.

It is very likely that, if these are in fact not the full retail versions, any of the games sold or put in the system were because of confusion within the stores. They are in retail boxes and they might have come with regular product, it's not uncommon for a sku not to read and having to manually put something into the system. So that would explain why they are showing up online...

What doesn't make sense is why there is a version for both systems, it doesn't really seem to add up. Also it really hasn't been completely confirmed, with pictures and such, that these things are completely legit. There have been statements coming from both angles that it's full retail or a demo.

---
That's just all in theory (built with the logic of what I know so far) while the dust begins to settle, my friend said he would buy it regardless so I'm going to continue my search.

[AdamBomb629]

Uh-oh, folks...

Straight from the horse's mouth. DON'T GET FOOLED.

http://community.rockband.com/vbforum/showthread.php?p=98639#post98639

[b0bx13]

My friend just made a call to our best buy (Sioux falls, SD) and they say they'll be getting in the game and the bundle tomorrow. One of our walmarts said the same thing, tomorrow.

[admanimal]

My friend just made a call to our best buy (Sioux falls, SD) and they say they'll be getting in the game and the bundle tomorrow. One of our walmarts said the same thing, tomorrow.

Did they say they would sell it to you tomorrow, or just that they were receiving it?

[uglyteradon]

My friend just made a call to our best buy (Sioux falls, SD) and they say they'll be getting in the game and the bundle tomorrow. One of our walmarts said the same thing, tomorrow.

Well if that's true you should defiently keep us posted, maybe they decided to get a jump on Guitar Hero 3? Or the developers post was false and they actually are sending them out already! I'm impatiently waiting for somebody to open one of these things.

It's such a headache to look for any news on this so I'm going to keep checking back here for updates.

[bstan21]

If this is indeed the demo, why wouldn't you put a big ass red sticker or something on it that said "DEMO". Anything to differentiate the product besides betting on employees opening it or noticing a drum pedal is missing.

Also, this hmxsean senior guy on the link above obviously responded to all the reports but didn't put down a response to the retailer, or a call to action. He just says they are accidently being sold, not that they have contacted them to stop it, or sent a memo or something. Seems like you would want to put that in there if it indeed is the case.

[forumreader]

Harmonix should just unleash the beast and to get the word of mouth going. This is one of those games that is hard to explain to people that aren't familiar with Guitar Hero, and blows them away seeing it in person. Get it out to kids so the community viral marketing can kick in.

[Psykoboy2]

Uh-oh, folks...

Straight from the horse's mouth. DON'T GET FOOLED.

http://community.rockband.com/vbforum/showthread.php?p=98639#post98639

I get that. I really do. But say the few people here who've bought it actually do have the full version of the game. Then what? Will they have someone else trot out there and make another statement.

It's sometimes like dealing with the government when things like this happen.

[Mars10]

All the way to the Mexico border? You planning a trip all the way to Brownsville for this game or something? Crazy. :) Anyways, I'm going to check a few W-Ms in my area after work (Houston.)


Yes. That would be awesome.
I just might make it to mexico :P Who knows!

Really though, if you find a copy for the 360 and you dont want it. I will buy it off you. I will look at a few locations and tell you what i find.

[FailedNinja]

It's conceivable that stores got 1 PS3 and 1 360 version so they could decide which they would demo. That would explain why so many people are saying they got the last copy or they only had a PS3 copy (assuming that most stores would demo the 360 version).

[AdamBomb629]

I get that. I really do. But say the few people here who've bought it actually do have the full version of the game. Then what? Will they have someone else trot out there and make another statement.

It's sometimes like dealing with the government when things like this happen.

I agree with you, but we'll have to see once these people actually have the full versions of the game.

[egonpax]

I just might make it to mexico :P Who knows!

Really though, if you find a copy for the 360 and you dont want it. I will buy it off you. I will look at a few locations and tell you what i find.
Haha. If I find an extra copy of it, I'll let you know first. I was real close to pre-ordering it from GS and using the 10% off coupon (whenever the new coupon comes out.)

[mirthoneist]

11 pages of text and nobody has found out whether these releases have the automatic kick-drum in the game, making it the demo version? :p

Checked at the Wal-Mart in Casselberry, FL (UCF/Orlando area), and none there. :(

[Mikor]

If anyone is able to check zip code 28078, that would be very much appreciated. Closest walmart is 30 minutes out, and they're spread far so I don't have time to go hunting personally.

[b0bx13]

Did they say they would sell it to you tomorrow, or just that they were receiving it?
She told him he could come by and get it.

EDIT: Sioux City, IA BB says it's out Tuesday.

[alfonsosoriano]

Checked two Walmarts - Rocky Hill, CT and Newington, CT -- no go. :(

[fluc02]

Guys, try using IE for the Walmart thing. I was unable to get it to work in Firefox but I went into IE, went to the product page for GH3 (it was on the homepage), the copied
javascript:openSlapOverlay(7789034);


into the address bar and it worked.

Nothing within 100 miles of Gambrills, MD. If any of you guys can't get it working in IE either I'll check it for you.

[Oswald9599]

4 best buys and 3 walmarts later.

All 3 walmarts had a rock band display.

Same with the Best Buys.

No one is selling this thing.

And I live in Va currently as well. Honestly Its a huge expenditure at the moment anyway so Im content with waiting a couple of more weeks.

Edit: Also Theres only one guy selling it on ebay. Most likely a worker who bought or sold the display model.

[tw4win]

Well if that's true you should defiently keep us posted, maybe they decided to get a jump on Guitar Hero 3? Or the developers post was false and they actually are sending them out already! I'm impatiently waiting for somebody to open one of these things.

It's such a headache to look for any news on this so I'm going to keep checking back here for updates.

Just thought I'd clear this up...

I called two stores in Souix Falls, SD, the only ones listed on the Wal Mart site. The first store told me that it will be released on 11/23. The second store told me that they hoped to have it in tomorrow or early next week. I asked if she knew when the confirmed release date was and she said she didn't know, that they had not been told. She said she "hoped" to get them in soon.

To me that just sounds like a clueless employee feeding the person on the other end of the line a bit lip service.

[Madhatta]

That ebay auction ended mysteriously. haha

[tw4win]

That ebay auction ended mysteriously. haha

That doesn't mean anything. Someone could have contacted him and paid him enough to end the auction and sell it to that person.

[muncle]

That doesn't mean anything. Someone could have contacted him and paid him enough to end the auction and sell it to that person.

I think he found out it was a Demo version and returned it..

If you look at the pic with the open box it says something along the lines of "Best Buy Demo Checklist"

Hopefully that's not the case for wal-marts...I mean they don't have enough space for a demo version, so sell the retail ones instead!!!!

[tw4win]

4 best buys and 3 walmarts later.

All 3 walmarts had a rock band display.

Same with the Best Buys.

No one is selling this thing.

And I live in Va currently as well. Honestly Its a huge expenditure at the moment anyway so Im content with waiting a couple of more weeks.

Edit: Also Theres only one guy selling it on ebay. Most likely a worker who bought or sold the display model.

Northern, VA or elsewhere?

[Madhatta]

That doesn't mean anything. Someone could have contacted him and paid him enough to end the auction and sell it to that person.

If he had a full retail version he wouldn't be dumb enough to end the auction for anything unless someone offered him like 800 bucks. That thing was at 280 before it ended and two days to go. It would have easily gotten to 500 or 600 bucks.

[ewto16]

If he had a full retail version he wouldn't be dumb enough to end the auction for anything unless someone offered him like 800 bucks. That thing was at 280 before it ended and two days to go. It would have easily gotten to 500 or 600 bucks.

Or maybe someone local offered him $400 and he pulled it down before Harmonix or Ebay gave him a bunch of crap about selling it.

[tw4win]

If he had a full retail version he wouldn't be dumb enough to end the auction for anything unless someone offered him like 800 bucks. That thing was at 280 before it ended and two days to go. It would have easily gotten to 500 or 600 bucks.

I don't think it's out of the question that someone emailed him and offered to pay $500 or $600 for the thing. If I were that guy I would certainly end the auction early for that.

Maybe ebay took it down for some reason or maybe the developers contacted the dude or ebay. Who knows? I think that's just as likely as it being a demo version. Hell, given the current environment he probably could have still sold it for more than he paid for it.

[DaKing240]

Or maybe someone local offered him $400 and he pulled it down before Harmonix or Ebay gave him a bunch of crap about selling it.

Harmonix and eBay can't give him crap for selling it - that is, if he went into a retail store and purchased it, then the eBay seller is not at risk.

[Madhatta]

I don't think it's out of the question that someone emailed him and offered to pay $500 or $600 for the thing. If I were that guy I would certainly end the auction early for that.

Maybe ebay took it down for some reason or maybe the developers contacted the dude or ebay. Who knows? I think that's just as likely as it being a demo version. Hell, given the current environment he probably could have still sold it for more than he paid for it.

Yeah for sure. It's all speculation at this point. I am just hoping that some of the people in this thread that say they h ave purchased it post some pics soon so we can all tell for sure.

[grifta67]

Meh, I've lost my excitement at this point. We've learned it's a bad idea to ship a demo in a retail box when dealing with places like Wal Mart...

Still, I'll swing through mine on the way home since it's not out of the way.

[Brymo]

They are just demos. I am sure this has been posted, but people keep talking as if they are not demo kits :)

Hey all,

I just wanted to officially talk about the sudden influx of broken street date bundles that are being sold. First of all they aren't "real" versions of the game, they are demos for the store that are getting accidentally sold. Retailers don't have bundles sitting in the back room just waiting for November 20th. These demo builds are kind of hobbled - for one the drums don't have kick pedals. Some of the demos don't have mics. And the build isn't a full-real retail version of the game. It is hobbled a bit and, obviously, the bass drum autoplays since there is no pedal that comes with the demo.

I guess what I am saying is beware of any auctions that might show up the next few days, and please alert me to them if you see them as it is quite obviously a huge mistake. I know how badly y'all want to get your hands on the game but it is only 19 more days until it comes out.

Thanks,
Sean

http://community.rockband.com/vbforum/showthread.php?p=98639#post98639

[nharmon91]

well Ill go check, ive got a camera to snap up 100s of pics if i get it, though that is unlikly

[FailedNinja]

Well the thought is that maybe Harmonix is just trying to cover up a few units leaking out.
I'm starting to lean toward the camp of demos being sold.
We have yet to have someone post and specifically say they opened the box and either saw a drum pedal or put the disk into a PS3/360.

[ewto16]

One of the video game site, I think it was 1UP, said that they received the final version of Rock Band the other day, so the game is done and complete.

It isn't unthinkable that it would ship early considering that it is so huge and will need to get sent early enough to ensure that places have time to plan for the room to stock it.

Games like NCAA 08 hit stores like two weeks before they were to be sold. Could be the same with this one.

[muncle]

Also, taking into account that employees are checking the computers and seeing that Xbox 360 copies are coming in Saturday or Monday..

If it was a demo, why send more copies??

[fluc02]

Considering how easy it would be to prove that this is not a demo unit (open up the box and take a picture of the bass pedal), and that noone has done this yet, I'm going to say that I think Harmonix is telling the truth

[Mars10]

Man it really does look like a demo. Look at those drum sticks in the pic on the ebay page. It has the metal cable that locks it to the unit so they dont get stolen.

That is a bad sign :(

Edit: Link (http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Special-Edition-for-Xbox-360-GET-IT-NOW_W0QQitemZ190169014258QQihZ009QQcategoryZ62053Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)

[tw4win]

Considering how easy it would be to prove that this is not a demo unit (open up the box and take a picture of the bass pedal), and that noone has done this yet, I'm going to say that I think Harmonix is telling the truth

Except that no one has proved that either. All someone has to do is open up a box. I'd believe the word of almost anyone on CAG. Other sites, I'll need pictures.

[djSyndrome]

One theory: the demo is for the 360 only, as they would only want/need to take the time to code and ship a demo for one system. So the PS3 box sightings could be proof that this is possibly real.

[tw4win]

Man it really does look like a demo. Look at those drum sticks in the pic on the ebay page. It has the metal cable that locks it to the unit so they dont get stolen.

That is a bad sign :(

Edit: Link (http://cgi.ebay.com/Rock-Band-Special-Edition-for-Xbox-360-GET-IT-NOW_W0QQitemZ190169014258QQihZ009QQcategoryZ62053Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)

Except that the Wii taught us that you should never sell anything that could possibly fly out of your hand unless you include some sort of strap for it. I'm thinking that the pictures are either showing a wrist strap or a way to connect the sticks to the drum set.

[asianxcore]

Why doesn't everyone chill out and wait until DarkSerge opens his.

Through all the arguing if the OP is lying, if the units being sold are demos and other random shit, DarkSerge mentioned that he BOUGHT a PS3 bundle at a Walmart store.

http://cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3528191&postcount=184

[Mars10]

Except that the Wii taught us that you should never sell anything that could possibly fly out of your hand unless you include some sort of strap for it. I'm thinking that the pictures are either showing a wrist strap or a way to connect the sticks to the drum set.

Man...who knows! I want them to be real, but i need pictures. So does everyone else. If that guy would just have looked for the pedal. His box would have been proven or disproven as a retail box and not a demo.

[TravistyOJ]

Could be real. Crecenete at Kotaku got his, and although im not sure if the software was final, he definately did get a kick pedal with his drum....

[AxleHead]

I don't know, perhaps the store put the stock out early. I know the walmart I work at got rock band in a few days ago. Of course it is in the stock room though. We opted to not have a demo since we have a big Guitar Hero 3 demo that the manager wants to keep instead. By the way we currently have 7 360 Bundles and 5 PS3 Bundles all safely locked away.

[admanimal]

Except that the Wii taught us that you should never sell anything that could possibly fly out of your hand unless you include some sort of strap for it. I'm thinking that the pictures are either showing a wrist strap or a way to connect the sticks to the drum set.

There is no way they are going to tether the drum sticks in the retail version. The copies that Kotaku and others have received don't have tethers. The sticks in the eBay link have an identical tether on them to the ones at the Best Buy demos.

[Mars10]

Could be real. Crecenete at Kotaku got his, and although im not sure if the software was final, he definately did get a kick pedal with his drum....
He also got real drum sticks, without that stupid metal cable drilled through them.

Link (http://kotaku.com/photogallery/rockbandpics/1000091255)

[ccockerill]

I don't know, perhaps the store put the stock out early. I know the walmart I work at got rock band in a few days ago. Of course it is in the stock room though. We opted to not have a demo since we have a big Guitar Hero 3 demo that the manager wants to keep instead. By the way we currently have 7 360 Bundles and 5 PS3 Bundles all safely locked away.

Where about do you live so I can see if those are popping up on the stock finder.

[Masterkyo]

I think walmart offered him extra few hundreds $$$ then says "IT's DEMO". I wonder how much lawsuit if the company sell the item 20 days early.

[Darkserge2002]

All right, to end this once and for all, the package I bought from Walmart is indeed a demo. The very first thing I found when I opened the box was a packet of papers that says
"Dear WalMart Store Manager:
Enclosed in this Rock Band demo kit are the following items:
PS3 demo software
Drum kit with stand
Guitar controller
Demo set-up instructionsThese items should be installed on the PS3 end cap in the Christmas Shop per the instructions from your merchandising team.

Turn up the volume and rock on!"

The rest of the packet contains instructions for setting up.
Inside the box was the game in a crappy little paper sleeve, and it came with two smaller boxes containing a wired guitar (note that I bought a PS3 version, so this is probably to prevent people from stealing the guitar from the store) and a drum set. No sign of a microphone, just like the post on the Rockband forums mentioned. I'm kind of hesitant to open up either box, because I don't know if Walmart would still let me return this. Does anyone have any idea if I could just wait until November 20th and bring this to Walmart, claiming that it's defective, and then getting a new, real copy? Even if it's a demo, I still want to try it out before returning it, but I'm afraid if they won't allow me.

[menikmati]

All right, to end this once and for all, the package I bought from Walmart is indeed a demo. The very first thing I found when I opened the box was a packet of papers that says
"Dear WalMart Store Manager:
Enclosed in this Rock Band demo kit are the following items:
PS3 demo software
Drum kit with stand
Guitar controller
Demo set-up instructionsThese items should be installed on the PS3 end cap in the Christmas Shop per the instructions from your merchandising team.

Turn up the volume and rock on!"

The rest of the packet contains instructions for setting up.
Inside the box was the game in a crappy little paper sleeve, and it came with two smaller boxes containing a wired guitar (note that I bought a PS3 version, so this is probably to prevent people from stealing the guitar from the store) and a drum set. No sign of a microphone, just like the post on the Rockband forums mentioned. I'm kind of hesitant to open up either box, because I don't know if Walmart would still let me return this. Does anyone have any idea if I could just wait until November 20th and bring this to Walmart, claiming that it's defective, and then getting a new, real copy? Even if it's a demo, I still want to try it out before returning it, but I'm afraid if they won't allow me.
Thanks for the clarification Darkserge.

[galvatron2k1]

All right, to end this once and for all, the package I bought from Walmart is indeed a demo. The very first thing I found when I opened the box was a packet of papers that says
"Dear WalMart Store Manager:
Enclosed in this Rock Band demo kit are the following items:
PS3 demo software
Drum kit with stand
Guitar controller
Demo set-up instructionsThese items should be installed on the PS3 end cap in the Christmas Shop per the instructions from your merchandising team.

Turn up the volume and rock on!"

The rest of the packet contains instructions for setting up.
Inside the box was the game in a crappy little paper sleeve, and it came with two smaller boxes containing a wired guitar (note that I bought a PS3 version, so this is probably to prevent people from stealing the guitar from the store) and a drum set. No sign of a microphone, just like the post on the Rockband forums mentioned. I'm kind of hesitant to open up either box, because I don't know if Walmart would still let me return this. Does anyone have any idea if I could just wait until November 20th and bring this to Walmart, claiming that it's defective, and then getting a new, real copy? Even if it's a demo, I still want to try it out before returning it, but I'm afraid if they won't allow me.

If you bought it today, I'd return it today. Just tell them that the memo is what you found in the box. I'm sure they won't give you a hassle about it and maybe you can ask if they have any more?!!

[Mars10]

That sucks :(




/thread

[aktick]

Thanks, now I can stop worrying about checking at Walmart every day. :lol:

If you have a GH guitar, you might as well at least give the game a try, as long as you don't have to open up everything else just to get the game disc.

[Darkserge2002]

If you bought it today, I'd return it today. Just tell them that the memo is what you found in the box. I'm sure they won't give you a hassle about it and maybe you can ask if they have any more?!!

Yeah, I'm sure that that would work, but I still want to keep it and play it until the actual game comes out. Does anyone think I could open up the stuff and play with it for a bit before returning it? Also, since I'm at college and don't have a car, I don't exactly have the time to go back to Walmart today or even tomorrow. The earliest I could return this would have to be on Saturday.

[galvatron2k1]

Yeah, I'm sure that that would work, but I still want to keep it and play it until the actual game comes out. Does anyone think I could open up the stuff and play with it for a bit before returning it? Also, since I'm at college and don't have a car, I don't exactly have the time to go back to Walmart today or even tomorrow. The earliest I could return this would have to be on Saturday.

I don't think i would open the boxes. Maybe just the game disc if you have the extra guitar from Guitar Hero. I would even call the store now and explain the situation and tell them you won't be able to return it until whenever you can make it up there and get a manager's name so you can tell them that's who you spoke to if you run into problems.

[Alec2DaBreen]

I, personally, would keep it until Rock Band comes out and then try to return it. A threat to call the district manager would more than likely get them to return it, because whoever sold it would be in BIG trouble.

On the "good" side of things, you might cost someone their job by not returning it immedeatly. I'm evil, so I'd keep it.

[admanimal]

I think you're going to save yourself a lot of trouble if you just return it as soon as possible. There must be a Best Buy around you somewhere with a demo set up that you can play...or once you return it, at Walmart.