B2G1 Free @ TRU - Online now! (40% Off Wii Accessories dead)

[n00bie]

I never did this before, but can't you do the B2G1 free deal then go an exchange the game you want at a different retail store (i.e Best Buy, Sears, Fred Meyers, etc.) and get credit since the game is unopened and buy the game you want with the credit? Not sure how it would scan out in their system though?


That's return fraud.

[shrike4242]

I never did this before, but can't you do the B2G1 free deal then go an exchange the game you want at a different retail store (i.e Best Buy, Sears, Fred Meyers, etc.) and get credit since the game is unopened and buy the game you want with the credit? Not sure how it would scan out in their system though?As stated by someone else below.....

That's return fraud.

I think we're now up to 15%, 15%, and 70%, from my earlier post a few pages back.

[kevgret]

Hello:

I am psyched for this deal. I am looking to pick up: Pure, Nhl 09, NBA 2K9, Dead Space, Blitz 2, and Saints row 2. That should keep me busy for a while.

I remember when this site was founded we all appreciated the deals that were posted. Over the years we have become obsessed with finding the glitch or hole in deals rather than just obeying the rules of the sale. I guess I am just tried of reading 5 pages of people talking about how they are going to beat this sale one way or another.

I much rather read what people are going to be buying next week.

Sorry for the slight off topic paragraph.

Kevin

[talonthrawn]

Thinking... FIFA 09, NHL 09 and maybe Saints Row 2 or Hot Shots Golf for PS3 if I don't open one I'll likely hold on to it and return when Fable 2 comes out.

[bigdaddybruce44]

I think we're now up to 15%, 15%, and 70%, from my earlier post a few pages back.

Pretty much.

[DealHunter]

Does anyone know if ToysRUs is going to carry Yakuza 2?

Thanks

[msuna]

Crazy good deal. Thanks all. Got in last year and will get in again this year!

[Ixnay]

Awesome FAQ. I will be picking up dead space with my $20 GC from force unleashed and picking up two games for a place holder option. Esp since Fable 2 and Fallout 3 are coming up or might get Far Cry 2 instead of Fable 2.

Will be picking up LBP from GS I gots to have me some kratos sack boy.

[Veronica Mars]

Hello:

I am psyched for this deal. I am looking to pick up: Pure, Nhl 09, NBA 2K9, Dead Space, Blitz 2, and Saints row 2. That should keep me busy for a while.

I remember when this site was founded we all appreciated the deals that were posted. Over the years we have become obsessed with finding the glitch or hole in deals rather than just obeying the rules of the sale. I guess I am just tried of reading 5 pages of people talking about how they are going to beat this sale one way or another.

I much rather read what people are going to be buying next week.

Sorry for the slight off topic paragraph.

Kevin

:applause::applause::applause::applause:

I'm gonna pass, since nothing is really appealing. I only want SR2, and I'm sure sooner or later, they'll be a sale involving GC.

[snakelda]

Getting FIFA as my free game and the other two placeholders...

[Ahadi]

Okay. 14 pages and I'm sure it's been asked. I can buy 3 $60 games, and then return on that I paid for for LBP when it comes out, right?

[BlueLobstah]

Okay. 14 pages and I'm sure it's been asked. I can buy 3 $60 games, and then return on that I paid for for LBP when it comes out, right?


It's in the OP on the first page.

I think I may try and do a placeholder for Animal Crossing + WiiSpeak, although the Wii doesn't have any $60 games. :-k

[ObiBen]

Thanks OP, I've been looking forward to this all year! Nice job on the FAQ!

[DJSteel]

Fifa 2009

2 placeholders for Fable 2 and Fallout 3

[xrayzwei]

I didn't see much talk about the deal being on-line. Am I remembering correctly that TRU did the deal on-line last year, but you couldn't mix platforms? I trying to plan and decide if the deal is worth driving 35 miles. Black Friday comes early.

[DJSteel]

I think it will be..but I'm not sure if you can return games you bought online to a local store..

[xrayzwei]

I think it will be..but I'm not sure if you can return games you bought online to a local store..

I'm not so interested in placeholders, I think there will be plenty of stuff to buy that's available this week that I want to play.

[MasterSun1]

I think the KEY will just to get gift receipts for your "placeholder" games. Also, try to pay in cash so they can't link you to a debit or credit card. Then you can just come in and exchange it, acting as if you got the game as a gift (since you have a gift receipt). Should work no problem unless they specifically know it was from the Buy 2, Get 1 Free sale and put in some sort of policy.

[JediBaja]

Does anyone know if ToysRUs is going to carry Yakuza 2?

Thanks

Yakuza 2 used to be on the TRU website, but is no longer there. Last Sunday, I checked the inventory system and there was no data for the game. I plan on PMing the deal at BB for Yakuza 2 and Sam & Max, since it doesn't seem like TRU will be carrying these games.

[zigg]

What are my chances of getting a price guarantee at TRU these days? Say I picked up the three games I want now and march in next week with the ad?

[generalpatton71]

I think the KEY will just to get gift receipts for your "placeholder" games. Also, try to pay in cash so they can't link you to a debit or credit card. Then you can just come in and exchange it, acting as if you got the game as a gift (since you have a gift receipt). Should work no problem unless they specifically know it was from the Buy 2, Get 1 Free sale and put in some sort of policy.

When you ask for a gift receipt don't they just give you one gift receipt for the entire order or are you saying that they can or do itemise the gift receipt?

[shrike4242]

What are my chances of getting a price guarantee at TRU these days? Say I picked up the three games I want now and march in next week with the ad?They don't PM anymore.

You'd end up doing a return-and-rebuy, which happens a lot with these sales. People pick up the games they want now, and then they go into the store when the ad's up and running and do the return-and-rebuy to get the free game.

Assuming, of course, you didn't open your games, just in case.

[drmuerto]

Hello:
I remember when this site was founded we all appreciated the deals that were posted. Over the years we have become obsessed with finding the glitch or hole in deals rather than just obeying the rules of the sale. I guess I am just tried of reading 5 pages of people talking about how they are going to beat this sale one way or another.

I much rather read what people are going to be buying next week.

Sorry for the slight off topic paragraph.

Kevin

Well said and I heartily agree with you Kevin.

I came to CAG after hearing about the TRU B2G1 free sale way back in 2003, so I have fond memories of this sale. I remember picking up Smackdown, Tony Hawk UG2, and Castelvania back then. It was an awesome haul and kept me busy for months. The sale has been a little less exciting each year since, but I'm hoping to do ok this year by picking up a placeholder for Fallout, and two copies Civilization Revolution. I'll be splitting the deal with a friend who want Civ, too.

Also I can't believe how many people are posting the same questions over and over when it's all well covered in the OP.

[thearena96]

Isn't is possible to buy 3 games this week and then go back next week and get credit for the 1 free? I remember last year that the games flew off the shelves and only crappy games were left during the week.

[h1gh3r_l1m1ts]

Isn't is possible to buy 3 games this week and then go back next week and get credit for the 1 free? I remember last year that the games flew off the shelves and only crappy games were left during the week.
True but some people are doing placeholder games do they can exchange in the later weeks to get better worthy games. As long as you get the free game that you really want while the other 2 are placeholders, it shouldn't matter since your exchanged them for far cry 2, or fable 2, etc.

[prim4444]

When you ask for a gift receipt don't they just give you one gift receipt for the entire order or are you saying that they can or do itemise the gift receipt?

Yes, you can get itemised gift reciepts. Just make sure you request it.

[generalpatton71]

Yes, you can get itemised gift reciepts. Just make sure you request it.

Sweet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[dba137]

lol so why didn't all those people the last year that got turned down when trying to exchange their games get a gift receipt???

It seems like it would be simple just to do that.

[62t]

lol so why didn't all those people the last year that got turned down when trying to exchange their games get a gift receipt???

It seems like it would be simple just to do that.

people were turn down even with a gift recipt

[JasonStatham]

Outside of Fifa 09 for 360 and Okami for Wii, I decided that I really can't find another game worth it here, even if it is free.

Suggestions? I'm thinking de Blob or Ninja Gaiden II.

[misbitski]

Fraud Fraud Fraud Omg Fraud Guys Fraud Zomg Fraud Bots Are Frauding Fraud Fraud Stop Frauding Me So Frauding Hard.

lol. you forgot wishlist in there.

[RBH]

Outside of Fifa 09 for 360 and Okami for Wii, I decided that I really can't find another game worth it here, even if it is free.

Suggestions? I'm thinking de Blob or Ninja Gaiden II.
Ninja Gaiden II would be a great choice.

[Grinchy]

I looked around in the thread a little bit (didn't see this brought up but I could definitely have missed it).

Why isn't anyone talking about buying 30 games from them, and putting all 30 up on Ebay and collecting an overall profit? Seems perfectly legit, does anyone plan to do this?

*edit: If that is not legit, and is against the rules here somehow, please let me know and I'll dump this post.

[misbitski]

I looked around in the thread a little bit (didn't see this brought up but I could definitely have missed it).

Why isn't anyone talking about buying 30 games from them, and putting all 30 up on Ebay and collecting an overall profit? Seems perfectly legit, does anyone plan to do this?

*edit: If that is not legit, and is against the rules here somehow, please let me know and I'll dump this post.

It's legit but the only problem is Ebay fees are insane. You might make a few bucks off the approach, but it's probably more of a headache than it's worth. Everyone can get the same deal at their local TRU, so what's the benefit of buying from Ebay and paying extra for shipping?

[bigdaddybruce44]

It's legit but the only problem is Ebay fees are insane. You might make a few bucks off the approach, but it's probably more of a headache than it's worth. Everyone can get the same deal at their local TRU, so what's the benefit of buying from Ebay and paying extra for shipping?

Yeah, it's not worth the headache.

[Grinchy]

It's legit but the only problem is Ebay fees are insane. You might make a few bucks off the approach, but it's probably more of a headache than it's worth. Everyone can get the same deal at their local TRU, so what's the benefit of buying from Ebay and paying extra for shipping?

Well the way I see it, is you could make a profit of about $40 per set. Maybe more if you also accept money orders since you won't have PayPal fees.

If you do 10 sets, with $40 profit per set, that's a $400 profit. And $40 per set is a very conservative figure.

Most people who buy brand new games from Ebay have no idea about any sale at Toys R Us. Not to mention, during Christmas time selling videogames is very easy. Most of the selling I do on Ebay is videogames and they normally move very quickly for me.

I might invest a couple thousand into this....

[bigdaddybruce44]

Well the way I see it, is you could make a profit of about $40 per set. Maybe more if you also accept money orders since you won't have PayPal fees.

If you do 10 sets, with $40 profit per set, that's a $400 profit. And $40 per set is a very conservative figure.

Most people who buy brand new games from Ebay have no idea about any sale at Toys R Us. Not to mention, during Christmas time selling videogames is very easy. Most of the selling I do on Ebay is videogames and they normally move very quickly for me.

I might invest a couple thousand into this....

Before you waste your time, think about what you're saying.

All right, you buy 3 $60 games and pay $120 plus tax. The absolute most someone might pay for a brand-new game is mid-50's shipped. I mean, people might not know about sales (in all honesty, though, I think most consumers know about something as big as TRU's B2G1 deals), but they do know that games cost $60. After you consider shipping and fees, you aren't making $40 a set.

[the_punisher]

Here's my plan. I'm thinking of buying SOCOM and two filler games, then returning those two for Rock Band 2 PS3 and Fable II on October 21st. Sounds good to me :-D

[KotnmthKng]

Does anyone know if TRU will except exchanges from a different TRU store, without hassle?

[sying]

I don't see why there is any problem to find 3 good games this time around. For me it is:

Socom ( with the sweet headset)
Sam and Max (Wii)
Rock Band 2 (360 disc)

[bojay1997]

I don't see why there is any problem to find 3 good games this time around. For me it is:

Socom ( with the sweet headset)
Sam and Max (Wii)
Rock Band 2 (360 disc)

Not to be critical of your plan, but if you take Sam and Max it's like getting $10 off each game since it's only $30 MSRP while the other two are $60 games.

[GeorgeCostanza]

The worst part about this ad is TRU and their hit and miss inventory. Either they dont carry a game at all or their out of stock.

Anyone know of these games that I 'm thinking they might not carry?

Silent Hill Homecomming
Populous DS
Etrian Odyssey II
Dead Space
Sam and Max
Yakuza 2
Disgaea DS

[higuy]

good luck to those trying to get socom. hopefully your stores are better than mine. i just went down to the store to see how much they expected to get in (or preorder to ensure i got a copy on release day) and the clerk looked up their inventory list and said they are not getting any socom. the only game they expect that week is saints row. wtf

[Grinchy]

Before you waste your time, think about what you're saying.
*snip*
Well I went back over the numbers, and I think you may be right.

Ebay's new pricing structure charges a 15% FVF on a $50 fixed price. So if I sold these games brand new at $49.99 with $4.99 shipping, I would see about $9.85 in charges b/t Ebay and PayPal per game before shipping. Shipping isn't a major cost for me, but the fees Ebay uses on videogame sales have become ridiculous recently.

The fees would make this venture like a $7.29 profit per set before shipping. Certainly not worth it. I haven't sold anything on Ebay since the new pricing structure, and now I see what everyone was complaining about. I guess that's why they call it rough math, because when you actually add things up the figures aren't even close :-#

[prim4444]

Well I went back over the numbers, and I think you may be right.

Ebay's new pricing structure charges a 15% FVF on a $50 fixed price. So if I sold these games brand new at $49.99 with $4.99 shipping, I would see about $9.85 in charges b/t Ebay and PayPal per game before shipping. Shipping isn't a major cost for me, but the fees Ebay uses on videogame sales have become ridiculous recently.

The fees would make this venture like a $7.29 profit per set before shipping. Certainly not worth it. I haven't sold anything on Ebay since the new pricing structure, and now I see what everyone was complaining about. I guess that's why they call it rough math, because when you actually add things up the figures aren't even close :-#

Also don't forget, Ebay now has a maximum shipping fee applied to the video game catagory. I believe the max you can charge now for 1 game is $4.00.

[Busyman]

Awesome FAQ. I will be picking up dead space with my $20 GC from force unleashed and picking up two games for a place holder option. Esp since Fable 2 and Fallout 3 are coming up or might get Far Cry 2 instead of Fable 2.

Will be picking up LBP from GS I gots to have me some kratos sack boy.
Just to be clear, you'd forego getting LBP for $40 just so you can have a Kratos sackboy?

Man, reading through these threads is a hoot.

[Busyman]

I think what he is saying is that he would rather wait for the price to lower even more, like around $30 or something. I may be wrong, though.
Oh ok then that means he believes all new PS360 games aren't worth it new.

[Busyman]

One more time for me.

I can buy two random $60 games, get NBA 2K9(the one I want to keep) for free.

The following week, I can take those two random $60 games(unopened, with a receipt), then exchange them for LittleBigPlanet and Midnight Club LA.

This should happen W/O any problems right?

Anybody run into an encounter in which TRU doesn't let this happen for some reason?
I have never had the problem and I even exchanged the free game.

[ryanmassacre]

I have never had the problem and I even exchanged the free game.

i havent had a problem but last year i had to fight a little some CS people feel like they run the store, she tried to tell me that the deal was for what they had on that particular day or week some crap like that and wasnt gonna bugde but i just asked to talk to a manager and once they hear that crap there usualy isnt any problem exchanging any games

[Busyman]

i havent had a problem but last year i had to fight a little some CS people feel like they run the store, she tried to tell me that the deal was for what they had on that particular day or week some crap like that and wasnt gonna bugde but i just asked to talk to a manager and once they hear that crap there usualy isnt any problem exchanging any games
I think what it comes down to is that they can't stop a person from exchanging a game.

They probably have some leeway with the free game but they have no wiggle room with the ones you paid for. I can see them making a stink if someone tried returning the paid for games without the free game.

[rolliauctions]

I had a similar problem in the Green Bay, WI store with returning a PSP UMD.
They fought me for trying to exchange a sealed movie for a different one. I asked for the manager and right away they honored my exchange. Don't waste your time with the peons go ask for the manager right away.

[Version 2.0]

Is is possible for me to buy 3 of the same game(nba 2k9)?? The two games are for my friend and I. You think if it is possible for me to return one copy of 2k9 and get a 60 refund off of it ?? meaning that we would have paid 30 for each copy of 2k9( yeah we're cheap)

[game_fanatic]

Is is possible for me to buy 3 of the same game(nba 2k9)?? The two games are for my friend and I. You think if it is possible for me to return one copy of 2k9 and get a 60 refund off of it ?? meaning that we would have paid 30 for each copy of 2k9( yeah we're cheap)

Doubtful.

[xycury]

Is is possible for me to buy 3 of the same game(nba 2k9)?? The two games are for my friend and I. You think if it is possible for me to return one copy of 2k9 and get a 60 refund off of it ?? meaning that we would have paid 30 for each copy of 2k9( yeah we're cheap)

I think last time, any part of the refund, and it all has to go back, else you'll be charged for the "free" game...

YMMV... but I would consider this being allowed as a glitch in the system and could be abused.

[shrike4242]

Is is possible for me to buy 3 of the same game(nba 2k9)?? The two games are for my friend and I. You think if it is possible for me to return one copy of 2k9 and get a 60 refund off of it ?? meaning that we would have paid 30 for each copy of 2k9( yeah we're cheap)Uh, no.

They'll do the returns one of a few different ways:

1) You'll have to return and rebuy all three games to return one of them, so you'll end up losing your free game.

2) The return value on the $60 game will be $40, as you're essentially saving $20 per game when you buy three $60 games for $120.

If you don't want all three games, don't buy them. :wall:

[PKerr]

Quick question.

Anyone every try to get another store to match TRU's promotion?

I know Circuit City says they will match anyone's ad and beat it by 10%

If they did that would be an even better deal.

[h1gh3r_l1m1ts]

Quick question.

Anyone every try to get another store to match TRU's promotion?

I know Circuit City says they will match anyone's ad and beat it by 10%

If they did that would be an even better deal.
That is a very good question. I don't think i've heard any mention this yet. Thanks for the heads up, i'm going to hit up best buy or circuit city and try this out.

[PKerr]

Another quick question for those who have done this in the past.

What is the best strategy in making sure your place holder game isn't the one rang up for free?

[h1gh3r_l1m1ts]

if that's the case, just return them and re-buy them. They say the 3rd game is the free one if they are all the same price so you shouldn't have to return/re-buy

[striker199]

Another quick question for those who have done this in the past.

What is the best strategy in making sure your place holder game isn't the one rang up for free?

ask the cashier to ring the one you want free last?

[TeamLeader77]

ask the cashier to ring the one you want free last?

Too obvious.

Hide the free one until the last moment, then pretend you forgot to put it on the pile.

[PKerr]

Too obvious.

Hide the free one until the last moment, then pretend you forgot to put it on the pile.

That's what I thought, Too obvious.
I wouldn't want eyebrows raised, my luck I'd get that cashier when I returned whichever game.

[G9erS]

sweet deal, I do wonder if Circuit City will do a price match

[onapartyrock]

Just to be clear, you'd forego getting LBP for $40 just so you can have a Kratos sackboy?

Man, reading through these threads is a hoot.

Well I'm still getting mine from GS too based on recent news:

GameStop will not only get Kratos sackboy, but also Medusa and Minotaur costumes along with a unique God of War map pack. It sounds like the map pack means not just a brand new level to play, but special tools and items for you use in your own creations.

[onapartyrock]

Quick question.

Anyone every try to get another store to match TRU's promotion?

I know Circuit City says they will match anyone's ad and beat it by 10%

If they did that would be an even better deal.

Usually stores will not match promotions; just individual prices on each title.

Circuit City's Unbeatable Price Guarantee does not apply to services, nor does it apply to special offers or promotions, including rebates, mail-in offers, free-with-purchase offers, limited quantity offers, bundled promotions and special financing. Circuit City's Unbeatable Price Guarantee does not apply to products and services offered by third parties operating in Circuit City's stores.

[Gunnar83]

Call me dense; but does this mean that I can buy two games that I don't want + a third game that I really want and then return the two games (unopened/sealed) that I did not want and basically get a third game for free?

[nflsonic]

Haven't been to Toysrus in a while, but do they sell PC games? Specifically Crysis is what I am looking for. Can't seem to find a good deal besides the $40 asking price everywhere else.

[PKerr]

Usually stores will not match promotions; just individual prices on each title.

Is this a promotion or a sale?

I mean what is the difference from a retailer's stand point?

Not trying to argue with you but I don't see why I couldn't take TRU's sale paper into CC and say I want this deal.

[MasterSun1]

Call me dense; but does this mean that I can buy two games that I don't want + a third game that I really want and then return the two games (unopened/sealed) that I did not want and basically get a third game for free?

Yeah, this is what people have been calling "fraud" and would never happen anyways.

[Busyman]

Well I'm still getting mine from GS too based on recent news:
Mmk, that means that basically 3 costumes are worth $20 to you.

I think there'll be a way to get them later for free. Either way, $20 is 1/3 the cost of the game and 3 outfits ain't worth it.

Someone will recreate "the level" anyway.

I was going to order FarCry 2 from GS for the 6 extra missions but $20 off is too hard to pass up. At least the FarCry 2 deal gives you much more than the LBP deal though.

[shrike4242]

Quick question.

Anyone every try to get another store to match TRU's promotion?

I know Circuit City says they will match anyone's ad and beat it by 10%

If they did that would be an even better deal.I've had them do this in the past, normally they'd match whatever the "price" would be for each game, $40 for $60 games with B2G1 free, and then knock it down by another 10%, which would be $38.

Call me dense; but does this mean that I can buy two games that I don't want + a third game that I really want and then return the two games (unopened/sealed) that I did not want and basically get a third game for free?Fine, you're dense.

No, they won't let you do it, as the free game is tied to the purchase of the other two games. You'd either get back 2/3rds of the full purchase price on two games, which would make the "free" game 2/3rds of retail price, or you'd have to return all three games and just buy the single game.

And yes, trying to get the game for "free" is fraud. You won't be allowed to get a "free" game by buying three and returning two.

[xycury]

sweet deal, I do wonder if Circuit City will do a price match

WM will PM but not Deal Match

I had BB Deal Match once on a buy 2 DS get 1 DS free

[glittler]

do you know if this can be combined with an employee discount?

[Justin42]

PMing at another store is at best YMMV and most likely will not fly. Almost all stores will say they match PRICES, not "offers", "bundles", or "% off" sales, which they will say this falls under.

Individual stores/CSRs will vary, but in general, unless Best Buy decides to honor the deal nationwide (which they have done occasionally with other TRU deals), you will NOT be able to PM.

[dragonjud]

Every year we get all the lurkers in this thread trying to commit fraud. Come on people. Please use common sense. It's a great deal as it stands. If you get away with the 'place holder until x game comes out', then great. Otherwise, please stop the moronic questions that obviously have 'theft' or some sort of 'fraud' linked to them.

[PuppetYuber]

Okami / Mario Strike Charged / Metroid Prime 3 here I come :D

[MasterSun1]

My recommendation is to go in as early as possible on Sunday. Good titles get snatched up quickly. Last year I picked up Mario Party 8, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn, but there were other titles I actually was looking for as opposed to those 3 I got. I forget what I was looking for though...

[Tengaport]

I'm in for Pure, Rock Band 2, and... hmmm, what else...

[onapartyrock]

Is this a promotion or a sale?

I mean what is the difference from a retailer's stand point?

Not trying to argue with you but I don't see why I couldn't take TRU's sale paper into CC and say I want this deal.


Buy 2 get 1 free...
Circuit City's Unbeatable Price Guarantee does not apply to services, nor does it apply to special offers or promotions, including rebates, mail-in offers, free-with-purchase offers, limited quantity offers, bundled promotions and special financing. Circuit City's Unbeatable Price Guarantee does not apply to products and services offered by third parties operating in Circuit City's stores.

They'll match the individual prices, but will not give you a free game.

[Busyman]

My recommendation is to go in as early as possible on Sunday. Good titles get snatched up quickly. Last year I picked up Mario Party 8, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn, but there were other titles I actually was looking for as opposed to those 3 I got. I forget what I was looking for though...
Hmm the titles that I want like Dead Space come out on Tuesday.

Old games like that can be had used for a much lower price.

[Busyman]

It looks like it's still better for me to keep my preorder in for B&N Nuts & Bolts through Amazon since even if I get 3 $40 games, it'll end up being $26.60 a game but with Amazon, I get the code for the original Banjo on XBLA (worth $10). I'd only save $3.40 by going through TRU and doubt I'd find 2 other $40 games I'd want to properly match with Banjo.

I will be making a killing on some $20 games I want though.

[onapartyrock]

Mmk, that means that basically 3 costumes are worth $20 to you..
Yes they are worth $20 to me along with the tool set. Also picked up the BB coupon for $5

I think there'll be a way to get them later for free. Either way, $20 is 1/3 the cost of the game and 3 outfits ain't worth it..
Is to me, where is your source that they will be free later? Not worth it to you, whatever your taste or personal money situation is I don't judge; Is $750 for a concert ticket that sold for $50 to be front and center worth it? It is to people every day.

Someone will recreate "the level" anyway.
It is not a level, but a tool set to make your own; I'll spend more time making levels than playing them.

I was going to order FarCry 2 from GS for the 6 extra missions but $20 off is too hard to pass up. At least the FarCry 2 deal gives you much more than the LBP deal though.
But if LBP is what it appears to be, it will give you so much more than FC2 does. This will be the first game I have preordered in my 35 years of playing games, I never cared less about bonus items until now.

[PKerr]

Originally Posted by PKerr http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/images/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=4953623#post4953623)
Is this a promotion or a sale?

I mean what is the difference from a retailer's stand point?

Not trying to argue with you but I don't see why I couldn't take TRU's sale paper into CC and say I want this deal.

Buy 2 get 1 free...
Quote:
Circuit City's Unbeatable Price Guarantee does not apply to services, nor does it apply to special offers or promotions, including rebates, mail-in offers, free-with-purchase offers, limited quantity offers, bundled promotions and special financing. Circuit City's Unbeatable Price Guarantee does not apply to products and services offered by third parties operating in Circuit City's stores. They'll match the individual prices, but will not give you a free game.



I'd take that, for example, get a free Gears of War remote controlled car with purchase of Gears of War at Best Buy.

Naturally they couldn't match that since it's a Best Buy exclusive.

[shrike4242]

Buy 2 get 1 free...

They'll match the individual prices, but will not give you a free game.I've had my local CC, which is next door to my local TRU, do the B2G1 match, as stated earlier. It was manager's discretion to do it, so it couldn't hurt to ask the store you're going to, be it BB or CC, to see if they'd do it. I've had my CC do it for DS games last year and Wii games this year, so I'm going to try it again, but the assortment at both my local stores is a bit skinnier than other stores in my area.

[onapartyrock]

PMing at another store is at best YMMV and most likely will not fly. Almost all stores will say they match PRICES, not "offers", "bundles", or "% off" sales, which they will say this falls under.

Individual stores/CSRs will vary, but in general, unless Best Buy decides to honor the deal nationwide (which they have done occasionally with other TRU deals), you will NOT be able to PM.

I can tell you from personal experience working at retail stores that your best bet is to hit them up when they open Sunday morning; one of my jobs for a few large retail chains was to audit live sales on Sunday mornings that had some large price variances. Something like this we would catch within 30 to 90 minutes of the East Coast Stores opening and then have a companywide email to all stores out telling them to stop.

My time at CC wasn't so bad as something like this stores knew better than to match as they could get fired, with the current lack of quality managers you might be able to get it through early on.

BB, managers can make a mistake and not get hung so you'll find a few brave souls that will do it until word comes down to stop.

Never worked for WM or Target so not sure about them. So glad I don't work that side of retail anymore, still auditing but for a smaller company and in the field rather than a cubicle.

[onapartyrock]

I'd take that, for example, get a free Gears of War remote controlled car with purchase of Gears of War at Best Buy.

Naturally they couldn't match that since it's a Best Buy exclusive.

They won't[edit: shouldn't] take it as that, you have to buy two games and get a third of your choice for free. We use to come down hard on stores that did match it unless corporate approved it before hand.

Now that said, you might find a manager who will do it. But I'd get there before going to TRU as once corporate sees what is going on the axe may fall.

[onapartyrock]

I've had my local CC, which is next door to my local TRU, do the B2G1 match, as stated earlier. It was manager's discretion to do it, so it couldn't hurt to ask the store you're going to, be it BB or CC, to see if they'd do it. I've had my CC do it for DS games last year and Wii games this year, so I'm going to try it again, but the assortment at both my local stores is a bit skinnier than other stores in my area.

What city, state was the CC in? I remember a CC in Miami, FL that had a TRU next door who was allowed to do some stuff other stores were not. I think there was in Atlanta, GA also.

Again, never hurts to ask but I'd get there as soon as they open.

The problem is the price match policies are worded as such to allow the manager to say no; again get there early as if your the first they might let you do it and then wait to see what the upper people say about it.

[ZForce]

My TRU said I could buy the stuff now, and come in on Sunday to get the adjustment, so I picked up Disgaea DS, Kirby SSU and Lock's Quest as well as a couple Wii point cards. I'd imagine most if not all TRU's will allow that, and it's a good way to make sure you get what you want, assuming what you want is already out.

[SidewinderX]

I'm also interested in the PC games... they sell PC games on their website, so maybe when the online deal goes active this will work?

[ItchyD]

Out of the games currently for sale what is the most resellable game? :)

[bingbangboom]

I am strongly thinking about going to Toys R Us and buying around $15,000 in games for my upcoming store opening. Problem is that the current store owner, I used to work at this Toys R Us a few years ago, isn't exactly friendly to that idea. I do have a tax exempt ID so I might go to a different store to see if I could work out a deal.

Another problem is that I am going away on Saturday and not getting back till Thursday so I am thinking about buying the games this week and then coming in later for an exchange. The extra dollars I would just use for other games when I am there.

[bojay1997]

I am strongly thinking about going to Toys R Us and buying around $15,000 in games for my upcoming store opening. Problem is that the current store owner, I used to work at this Toys R Us a few years ago, isn't exactly friendly to that idea. I do have a tax exempt ID so I might go to a different store to see if I could work out a deal.

Another problem is that I am going away on Saturday and not getting back till Thursday so I am thinking about buying the games this week and then coming in later for an exchange. The extra dollars I would just use for other games when I am there.

I guess I'm not following this. Isn't TRU a corporation and not something that is run by individual owners? There might be a manager, but I don't think they're empowered to negotiate wholesale deals. What good would a tax exempt ID do you when this is a sale for consumers and not dealers? Maybe you should rethink opening a retail store if this is your plan for stocking it.

[Havok83]

I think Im going to get LBP, Socom (headset and sell the game) as well as Saints Row 2 with this\

[shrike4242]

What city, state was the CC in? I remember a CC in Miami, FL that had a TRU next door who was allowed to do some stuff other stores were not. I think there was in Atlanta, GA also.

Again, never hurts to ask but I'd get there as soon as they open.

The problem is the price match policies are worded as such to allow the manager to say no; again get there early as if your the first they might let you do it and then wait to see what the upper people say about it.The stores in question are in South County area of Saint Louis, MO. There's only another spot in Saint Louis where there's a CC and TRU next to one another, up in Florissant.

it worked for me..i bought 6 total games got 3 free and returned 2 at a time so it wouldnt look suspicious.. all they do is underline the games you return with penGood job in admitting to defrauding TRU. :bomb: People like you are what's ruining CAG. :bomb: :bomb:

I am strongly thinking about going to Toys R Us and buying around $15,000 in games for my upcoming store opening. Problem is that the current store owner, I used to work at this Toys R Us a few years ago, isn't exactly friendly to that idea. I do have a tax exempt ID so I might go to a different store to see if I could work out a deal.

Another problem is that I am going away on Saturday and not getting back till Thursday so I am thinking about buying the games this week and then coming in later for an exchange. The extra dollars I would just use for other games when I am there.They'll tell you go get packing, if the store owners have any lick of sense.

[onapartyrock]

I am strongly thinking about going to Toys R Us and buying around $15,000 in games for my upcoming store opening. Problem is that the current store owner, I used to work at this Toys R Us a few years ago, isn't exactly friendly to that idea. I do have a tax exempt ID so I might go to a different store to see if I could work out a deal.

Another problem is that I am going away on Saturday and not getting back till Thursday so I am thinking about buying the games this week and then coming in later for an exchange. The extra dollars I would just use for other games when I am there.

Don't most ads say no dealers/resalers? Companies I worked for in the past would always have a small disclaimer somewhere in the ad; never paid much attention to a TRU ad.

Has anyone seem the ad yet? I wonder if there are any limits?

This would be a great deal for a shop owner.

[ricoraney]

I have been picking up the clearance games left and right this week. I am going to TRU on Sunday and Monday to do price adjustments and or returns. I know there is a clearance thread for TRU, but in case it has not been updated all games that were $9.98 are now $5.00. I picked up God of War II black label for $9.98, Stranglehold for Xbox 360 for $5.00, The Godfather for PS3 for $5.00, Far Cry Predator for $5.00, and Splinter Cell Double Agent for the Wii for $5.00. So once I do the price adjustments, The $5.00 games will only cost me $3.33 each, and the $9.98 games will only cost me about $6.67. But then again, the store that I went to today, the guy gave me 20% off of my order and then I used a $10 coupon. Wow!

[onapartyrock]

I guess I'm not following this. Isn't TRU a corporation and not something that is run by individual owners? There might be a manager, but I don't think they're empowered to negotiate wholesale deals. What good would a tax exempt ID do you when this is a sale for consumers and not dealers? Maybe you should rethink opening a retail store if this is your plan for stocking it.

In this case if there is no disclaimer in the ad or a sign in the store then he wouldn't be getting a wholesale deal, it would be lower and no different than what the consumer would get. Personally I'm surprised that a TRU store would bother to do the tax paperwork.

It is not in TRU best interest to sell to him, they would get more bang from the sales going to consumers since they would return and buy more and possibly buy accessories while there.

You'd be surprised how many managers get fired every month in retail for doing something stupid. Personally I've fired or did an audit that lead to a termination for no less than 500 in the past 20 years for 6 retailers.

[onapartyrock]

The stores in question are in South County area of Saint Louis, MO. There's only another spot in Saint Louis where there's a CC and TRU next to one another, up in Florissant.

Good job in admitting to defrauding TRU. :bomb: People like you are what's ruining CAG. :bomb: :bomb:

They'll tell you go get packing, if the store owners have any lick of sense.

Never dealt with them, some areas give the regionals/divisionals a lot of power.

I'm wondering with the current state they are in with the impending doom of closure if they will try to grab at any sale and bite on this.

I just talked to a GM for CC I know in Central Florida and he said a manager would be crazy to match it, but that some don't care. They're getting killed to keep their margins up. Really sucks, the guy is scared as hell as he just started working there after not having a job for 6 months and from what he sees he might not have one this time next year.

[bingbangboom]

I guess I'm not following this. Isn't TRU a corporation and not something that is run by individual owners? There might be a manager, but I don't think they're empowered to negotiate wholesale deals. What good would a tax exempt ID do you when this is a sale for consumers and not dealers? Maybe you should rethink opening a retail store if this is your plan for stocking it.

I have other ways to stock my store, just this sale does allow me to purchase more games at a lower price. I have about a handful of various vendors. Tax exempt is for pretty much anything for a business purpose on reselling. I have not seen the AD to see if it states anything like that. I never noticed anything like that before but typically they do include a few disclaimers that can allow management to limit quantities.

So we will see, I remember when I worked there we had this weird guy. He would come in and buy tons of Nintendo games, particularly Gameboy Advance games. He would go through around 30 games per a title and feel the edges and look to see if the plastic was perfect. He would then buy around 10 copies of each game. Again, that is different management so that will be an issue.

But I do understand your points, also I live in Delaware so there is no tax but I would use the tax exempt if I decide to go to a store in a different area.

[bigdaddybruce44]

it worked for me..i bought 6 total games got 3 free and returned 2 at a time so it wouldnt look suspicious.. all they do is underline the games you return with pen

It's people like you that eventually get deals like this to go bye-bye and never be seen again. Thanks.

[game_fanatic]

It's people like you that eventually get deals like this to go bye-bye and never be seen again. Thanks.

Not that I'm defending him, but seriously, shouldn't a multi-national corporation like Toys 'R Us take steps to ensure such a move isn't performed? Obviously people are going to want a free game, so they should make sure the POS system makes the return an "all-or-nothing" type thing.

[bigdaddybruce44]

Not that I'm defending him, but seriously, shouldn't a multi-national corporation like Toys 'R Us take steps to ensure such a move isn't performed? Obviously people are going to want a free game, so they should make sure the POS system makes the return an "all-or-nothing" type thing.

I can't argue with the fact that corporations should find a way to prevent this, but preying on someone's ignorance still doesn't make things right. I mean, if I conned an old lady out of her savings, I'd be a scumbag. But committing fraud against stores seems to be taken with a grain of a salt by many CAGs. I know I have been here less than a year, but I stand with many of the older CAGs who get quite annoyed when people commit fraud, simply because it eventually comes back to haunt the rest of us, as well.

[game_fanatic]

I can't argue with the fact that corporations should find a way to prevent this, but preying on someone's ignorance still doesn't make things right. I mean, if I conned an old lady out of her savings, I'd be a scumbag. But committing fraud against stores seems to be taken with a grain of a salt by many CAGs. I know I have been here less than a year, but I stand with many of the older CAGs who get quite annoyed when people commit fraud, simply because it eventually comes back to haunt the rest of us, as well.

Yeah totally. You said it right, soon TrU will realize that people are getting way with getting free games and will cut out the promotion all together.

[h1gh3r_l1m1ts]

THere's always people trying to cheat the system. Circuity City ask for a phone # when u attempt to return something and the other business need to know where to tie the loose ends. Other places dont' give a crap on their return policy all you have to do is get a girl cashier to do the exchange with (a cute one preferred) and there you go, u got the exchange. It always works. Dumb brods

[Sacsquash]

Man there are some damn fine lookin' games coming out.

I may bite on; Fable II, Saints Row 2, Gears of War 2, or Left 4 Dead

I'd consider buying six games, but I know the wife would have none of that. We'll see maybe I'll get lucky.

other possibilities would be; Far Cry 2 and Fallout 3 both of which I'm hesitant on because they are being released on the PC.

[h1gh3r_l1m1ts]

Yeah i have a big list of games that i want to get. Fable 2, Fallout3, Fifa09, Dead Space, Saints Row 2, Farcry 2, Left 4 Dead, Call of Duty:WW, James Bond., etc.. Geesh that's a lot of games.

[King of RBI]

fraud sux. just get three games you like and be done with it.

[blazsox]

I'm hoping to snatch up BiA Hells Highway and Civilization Revolution as definites. Not entirely sure about the third game. Maybe LEGO Batman or Battlefield Bad Company.

Gotta use up this $20 GC before the 31st, figure this is the best time to use it.

[no_exit]

Call me dense; but does this mean that I can buy two games that I don't want + a third game that I really want and then return the two games (unopened/sealed) that I did not want and basically get a third game for free?
Why don't you just avoid the hassle and go in, put the game you want in your jacket and walk of the store? It would accomplish the same thing, you would be stealing a game.

[007]

My problem is I don't want the hassle of buying/returning for stuff that won't be out yet, but the two games I *definitely* want during the sale may not even be carried at TRU (Saints *is* likely to be, Dead Space... eh, not too sure, especially since they didn't even get Silent Hill in).


I might just end up finally wrangling a few things I've been meaning to get for the past few months. I just hate returning stuff.

[thehotbod]

Just stopped by my local store to see if they were getting Fallout 3 and Fable 2, since those are the games I would most want, and neither one was on their release list for the next month. Might want to check and see if the games you want will be there...

[NovaKane]

Eh, not really into the whole placeholder thing. I just want to make one trip and get it over with lol.

If I do happen to drop by TRU, I'll probably just get Saints Row 2, Socom Confrontation, NBA 2K9, and call it a day.

[plasmid123]

Just stopped by my local store to see if they were getting Fallout 3 and Fable 2, since those are the games I would most want, and neither one was on their release list for the next month. Might want to check and see if the games you want will be there...

I don't shop at TRU very often (actually, not in the last...3-4 years, I think), but I don't understand, I thought they, like most game retailers, got all major brand games - or at least games from big-name publishers like Microsoft (Fable 2).

Is there a reason why Fable 2 and Fallout 3 aren't on your TRU's release list?

Should I expect my local TRU's to not carry certain games? I guess it's something I have to call in and check on.

[Hoffer]

I had SOCOM, Dead Space and Saints Row 2 on preorder from Amazon. I cancelled that order and will be heading to TRU next week.
I've played the SOCOM beta and played the other two at PAX. So, I'm pretty sure I'll be getting 3 good games. :)

[glittler]

I don't shop at TRU very often (actually, not in the last...3-4 years, I think), but I don't understand, I thought they, like most game retailers, got all major brand games - or at least games from big-name publishers like Microsoft (Fable 2).

Is there a reason why Fable 2 and Fallout 3 aren't on your TRU's release list?

Should I expect my local TRU's to not carry certain games? I guess it's something I have to call in and check on.

I see them both listed on their website. I hope they have them because those are what my two placeholder games will be replaced with

[Busyman]

Yes they are worth $20 to me along with the tool set. Also picked up the BB coupon for $5


Is to me, where is your source that they will be free later? Not worth it to you, whatever your taste or personal money situation is I don't judge; Is $750 for a concert ticket that sold for $50 to be front and center worth it? It is to people every day.


It is not a level, but a tool set to make your own; I'll spend more time making levels than playing them.


But if LBP is what it appears to be, it will give you so much more than FC2 does. This will be the first game I have preordered in my 35 years of playing games, I never cared less about bonus items until now.
This tool set you speak of is merely a God Of War level pack. Based on what I've seen on vids, it gives unique LBP templates relating to God Of War. These can be created by anyone.

I do, however, understand that everyone has different tastes. In LBP's case the extras are things that I can creat anyway. Foe all I know, I can create constumes which would render even those extras moot.

Never mind me anyway. I happen to think folks that preorder, for the most part, are morons and the same goes for those that buy Special/Limited/Collector's editions of games for lots of money.

I think the only special editions I got were Soul Caliber IV and Madden 09 and that's only because they cost $40 and $50 respectively.

I happen to have lots of games because I go at it the CAG way and always have. Hearing 3 costumes for $20 more makes me cringe. Iwouldn't be surprised if those things were offered free later or, seeing how PSN usually operates, they'll be low cost download extras.

Either way, enjoy the game.

[PuppetYuber]

This isn't offered in Canada TRU :(

[iggypop123]

anyone know if there is a limit of the amount of the same game you can buy? can i go there and get 3 copies of saints row 2?

[higuy]

anyone know if there is a limit of the amount of the same game you can buy? can i go there and get 3 copies of saints row 2?
i did this last year with warhawk. i was hoping to do the same this year with socom.

[M3rkMast3r]

Hopefully I can get Dead Space with this Deal.

[marcand]

Hopefully I can get Dead Space with this Deal.

I'm looking for that too. So, do we go into TRU on Tuesday hoping they they got the truck and unloaded it, or do we try Wenesday and try it then?

I am not one who would return a game to get another, but this one is a toughy...

Hopefully the online component will be worth a damn.

[soonersfan60]

Why are people never satisfied with the deal offered by the store? If you don't like the games the store offers as part of the sale, then don't participate in the sale. Stores are going to stop doing these kinds of deals altogether if people don't stop abusing it.

[tbrock182]

Why are people never satisfied with the deal offered by the store? If you don't like the games the store offers as part of the sale, then don't participate in the sale. Stores are going to stop doing these kinds of deals altogether if people don't stop abusing it.

If Toys R Us was smart, they would do this deal in mid-late November after all these sought after games (Fallout 3, GH4, LBP, Resistance 2, Gears 2,etc.) are released. They would clean up. But they don't so what's wrong with people using the system to get the games that they want. Toys R Us makes their money either way, so big deal.

[xxDOYLExx]

unless the point of the sale is to move out old inventory.

[bojay1997]

If Toys R Us was smart, they would do this deal in mid-late November after all these sought after games (Fallout 3, GH4, LBP, Resistance 2, Gears 2,etc.) are released. They would clean up. But they don't so what's wrong with people using the system to get the games that they want. Toys R Us makes their money either way, so big deal.

Actually, their margins on this sale are extremely, extremely low. Best case scenario, they are making a few percent on the sale considering even a generous margin for a large retailer is 30% on video games. They do this to clear space for the Christmas games which is why they don't do it later on. I really agree with an earlier poster who stated my feelings exactly that either you want the games they are selling or you don't. I think the whole idea of trying to coordinate the paperwork and the time of going back and forth in hopes of swapping a game out is just plain ridiculous. It's not what TRU intended, even if they are too liberal in their customer service policy to do anything about it.

[onapartyrock]

Alot of POS systems keep the details of every transaction. If they scan the receipt, gift or regular, it will display all the info. I dont know if TRU has this but lots of places do.

If a TRU receipt was a bar code, they more than likely can pull up your receipt details.

[G9erS]

when are they releasing the online code or have they already released it.

[onapartyrock]

Actually, their margins on this sale are extremely, extremely low. Best case scenario, they are making a few percent on the sale considering even a generous margin for a large retailer is 30% on video games. They do this to clear space for the Christmas games which is why they don't do it later on. I really agree with an earlier poster who stated my feelings exactly that either you want the games they are selling or you don't. I think the whole idea of trying to coordinate the paperwork and the time of going back and forth in hopes of swapping a game out is just plain ridiculous. It's not what TRU intended, even if they are too liberal in their customer service policy to do anything about it.

30% is a little high, this sale is a loss leader for them. They're hoping you buy other things, I'd bet anything that they push batteries or some other high matgin item with every sale. I personally never understood why they did this type of sale for all titles rather than select titles.

Their corporate execution and operations has got to be weak, otherwise limiting the sale to games over 120 days past release would make so much more sense to clean up stock. I went by a TRU store today, poor staffing and unorganized; they could never organize a limited selection sale properly.

[WTFer420]

I got a questions, will this work for Microsoft Points?
Like buy 2 40 MS points & get the 3rd free?

[blazsox]

If Toys R Us was smart, they would do this deal in mid-late November after all these sought after games (Fallout 3, GH4, LBP, Resistance 2, Gears 2,etc.) are released. They would clean up. But they don't so what's wrong with people using the system to get the games that they want. Toys R Us makes their money either way, so big deal.

Why would they do that? Those games are sure-fire sales for them by charging you. Its like saying if you buy Halo Wars, they should give you Halo 3 for free. No, because Halo 3 is a sales leader, you don't want to give those games out for free. Sure, I would love to buy Resistance 2, Motorstorm 2, and get LBP for free in a B2G1 sale, but those three games are sure-fire hits this Holiday for any retailer carrying them. They are better off posting a sale that would give me Civilization Revolution, BiA Hells Highway, and Mercs 2 for a B2G1 sale because those three dont have as high of a potential to bring in Holiday sales.

[marcand]

30% is a little high, this sale is a loss leader for them. They're hoping you buy other things, I'd bet anything that they push batteries or some other high matgin item with every sale. I personally never understood why they did this type of sale for all titles rather than select titles.

Their corporate execution and operations has got to be weak, otherwise limiting the sale to games over 120 days past release would make so much more sense to clean up stock. I went by a TRU store today, poor staffing and unorganized; they could never organize a limited selection sale properly.

No joke. The Kalamazoo (MI) store is always a disaster. I usually have ask a reluctant employee to check for stock during this sale. I remember one exchange:

Do you have "game x"?

Is it on the floor?

No, but can you check?

Um. If it is not on the floor, we don't have it.

Can you check please?

*shrugs* Ok.

At this moment, the TRU help goes and yells (not checks) with the manager doubtfully, "Hey, went don't have any 'game x', right?" to which the manager replied, "Yeah, we got a shipment of em yesterday!"

Lately, I can usually find one employee who knows the video gaming section front and back. I hope he is there on Sunday.

BTW, the Traverse City (MI) location is stellar. Great employees, everything tagged. Their summer red-tag, discounted sale was always up to date and the put everything in front to be easy to find.

[hellboypi]

Any chance this will this start running early on Friday in some areas like TRU deals in past weeks?

[tbrock182]

Why would they do that? Those games are sure-fire sales for them by charging you. Its like saying if you buy Halo Wars, they should give you Halo 3 for free. No, because Halo 3 is a sales leader, you don't want to give those games out for free. Sure, I would love to buy Resistance 2, Motorstorm 2, and get LBP for free in a B2G1 sale, but those three games are sure-fire hits this Holiday for any retailer carrying them. They are better off posting a sale that would give me Civilization Revolution, BiA Hells Highway, and Mercs 2 for a B2G1 sale because those three dont have as high of a potential to bring in Holiday sales.

The reason they should do that, is this: Yes those games are going to sell anyways. However, by doing this sale later, you give people an incentive to buy the games at Toys R Us. Yes, they are giving one out for free, but they are selling you two games, so believe me, they are coming out ahead. They wouldn't be doing the sale at all if they weren't. Do you plan on buying Resistance 2, Motorstorm 2 and LBP at Toys R Us? I know a few games I want in the next couple months, and I'm not buying most, if not all of them at Toys R Us. Give me a buy 2 get 1 later, and I'd most definitely buy from them.

[CODEWERKX]

IMO...why are so many people trying to scam deals...just buy the games that you want and be glad you are getting such a great price point (about $40.00 per game). i will be there getting GRID (PS3), PURE (PS3) and TOO HUMAN (XBOX 360). also, might i suggest a subscription to gamefly? they have great 'keep it' prices as well as low 'buy it now' prices.

[Allnatural]

The reason they should do that, is this: Yes those games are going to sell anyways. However, by doing this sale later, you give people an incentive to buy the games at Toys R Us. Yes, they are giving one out for free, but they are selling you two games, so believe me, they are coming out ahead. They wouldn't be doing the sale at all if they weren't.
It's been mentioned already; it's a loss leader. Buying three, $60 games isn't doing them any favors.

[rolliauctions]

Any chance this will this start running early on Friday in some areas like TRU deals in past weeks?

It always starts online first.

[rperez1025]

Trying to get the discussion back to games, I'm thinking I will try for these deals:

FIRST PURCHASE

$20 NDS - Space Invaders Extreme
$20 PSP - N+
*Free Game - Wii Pinball Hall of Fame - The Williams collection
$14 Wii 2000 points card
$14 Wii 2000 points card
$14 Wii 2000 points card

Total is $82 - ($10 of $75 purchase coupon) = $72 * 1.07525 (tax) = $77.42
Excluding points cards the average price per game comes to around $12

*Still undecided, also debating on Dead Rising, Mercenaries, Shadow of the Collosus, Hotel Dusk or RE:4 (Wii)

SECOND PURCHASE

$30 NDS Kirby Super Ultra Deluxe
$30 NDS Bangai O Spirits
*Free Game - 360 Burnout Paradise
$14 Wii 2000 points card
$1 filler
Total is $75 - ($10 of $75 purchase coupon) = $65 * 1.07525 (tax) = $69.89
Excluding points card the average price per game comes to around $18

*Still undecided, also debating on NDS Civ Revolutions

POSSIBLE THIRD PURCHASE

$60 PS3 Little Big Planet Filler
$60 360 Guitar Hero World Tour Filler
Free Game - 360 Rockband 2

Problem is I'm not sure if I want to try the whole exchange thing again so we'll see. Unfortunately I don't have another coupon but I think it would just make the exchange process more difficult anyways because I believe the coupon automatically takes a certain percentage off of each game.

[mcdaking84]

any coupons pop up yet?

[Ahadi]

I'm in for Soul Calibur 4, Saints Row 2, and an undecided third title atm.

[Plinko]

BTW, the Traverse City (MI) location is stellar. Great employees, everything tagged. Their summer red-tag, discounted sale was always up to date and the put everything in front to be easy to find.

I can attest to this. Their clearances have been phenomenal and everything is up to date. Great staff.

[ph1sh]

I went through a lot of this thread but didn't see this question. What I want to know is if I go into TRU today and buy six $60 games, can I go back on Sunday and have them adjust my receipt with this deal? This way I don't have to fight the crowds and have a better chance at getting what I want.

[rperez1025]

any coupons pop up yet?

The ones I have I received in the mail a couple of weeks ago.

[ZForce]

ph1sh, the lady at the TRU I went to told me you could do something like that. If nothing else, keep them sealed until Sunday, but you should be able to buy what you want early and get an adjustment. I also remember doing this once a few years back. I picked up 3 DS games on Wednesday, along with two Wii point cards (I was worried some hoarder/jerk would buy up all the point cards before I got there, plus two of the DS games I bought are a bit more obscure, Disgaea and Lock's Quest)

[doubledown]

Where is this $10 off $75 coupon that is being spoke of?

Also, what would stop someone from buying 3 games. Keeping the $0 game and returning the other two. How would that work? Would you get a game for FREE...seems unlikely, just curious.

NEVERMIND....I read back a few pages....apparently TRU is smart according to others :)

[ph1sh]

Thanks for the response ZForce. I also just found the following online:

Toys R Us
Protection period: 14 days
Good to know: Price protection policy is left up to each store's discretion.
To request a refund: For in-store purchases, visit your local retail store. For online purchases, contact their customer service department at 1-888-TOYSRUS (1-888-869-7787).

Looks like I need to find out my store's policy. I was hoping price protection would be Nationwide.

[lancewong]

If you sign up for their credit card you get 10% off your purchase. I don't think they pass out too many coupons. Least I haven't seen any recently.

[dba137]

Thanks for the response ZForce. I also just found the following online:

Toys R Us
Protection period: 14 days
Good to know: Price protection policy is left up to each store's discretion.
To request a refund: For in-store purchases, visit your local retail store. For online purchases, contact their customer service department at 1-888-TOYSRUS (1-888-869-7787).

Looks like I need to find out my store's policy. I was hoping price protection would be Nationwide.
Does that mean you can buy 2 games before the B2G1 sale and then in 13 days after the B2G1 sale is over you go back to the store and demand you pick up a free game to come along with it, and that game happens to be LittlebigPlanet?

[life.exe]

Where is this $10 off $75 coupon that is being spoke of?

Its a Friends & Family coupon.

[ph1sh]

I just called my local store. They said I could buy the games today, but that I'd have to bring them all back on Sunday to basically return and re-buy them. I couldn't just bring in the receipt. Stupid, but still probably better than waiting and not getting the games I want.

[magykmyke]

I just called my local store. They said I could buy the games today, but that I'd have to bring them all back on Sunday to basically return and re-buy them. I couldn't just bring in the receipt. Stupid, but still probably better than waiting and not getting the games I want.

That's exactly what I did last year. It's not a big deal as you just go to customer service and do it there, rather than having to wait in line with all of the people trying to buy stuff.

[shrike4242]

I just called my local store. They said I could buy the games today, but that I'd have to bring them all back on Sunday to basically return and re-buy them. I couldn't just bring in the receipt. Stupid, but still probably better than waiting and not getting the games I want.Just don't open them between now and Sunday.

[tightclaws]

I have to wait until Wednesday at least to try and get Dead Space and Saints Row 2

[shinryuu]

Do you think this deal will be raped within the first day? I'm scared that I'm not going to find the game I want to keep, or any 60 dollar filler games, that I might go early on Sunday just cause. Hah.

[WhoDey]

I just called my local store. They said I could buy the games today, but that I'd have to bring them all back on Sunday to basically return and re-buy them. I couldn't just bring in the receipt. Stupid, but still probably better than waiting and not getting the games I want.

Same thing for me. I went today and bought the 3 games just to make sure I got what I wanted. However, they told me when I come back next week to get refunded for one that all had to be sealed. Really sucks because I really wanted to get in to Harvest Moon this weekend but oh well. I'll wait a couple more days and save $50.

Although I just got the games I wanted and didn't browse much, they seemed to be loaded with games. I wonder what it'll look like next week at this time.

[shrike4242]

Do you think this deal will be raped within the first day? I'm scared that I'm not going to find the game I want to keep, or any 60 dollar filler games, that I might go early on Sunday just cause. Hah.Usually does happen that stores get cleared out of games with a mid-week restock.

Depends on the store, game, and the local population, so it's all up to chance.

[dreamer2050]

i m thinking to buy socom and fifa 09 on 14th but confused on the third game.Can i buy any other third game of the same price and exchange it later like with resistance 2.I checked toys rus return policy and its 45 days for the videogames.

[ZForce]

They didn't specify to me that I had to bring the games back in, or that I'd have to keep em sealed, so hopefully that's not an issue (I only opened one of the games) The TRU near me is generally pretty decent abuot stuff like that though

[xxDOYLExx]

I want dead space as well I have called every TRU in my area and they are telling me they will have it next month. The date is also wrong online. TRU is worthless.

[OGHowie]

Damn, I just found out the closest one to me (Pomona, CA) is closing shop. Guess I'll have to drive a bit or buy online.

[INVALID]

WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG.

You can NOT exchange the non-free games for games that are not out DURING the deal or BEFORE the deal. Once again, you can NOT. The games you exchange the placeholders for MUST have been out during the sale or before.

I've worked at TRU for two years and this IS the policy, fine print and all.

[DemonGamer24]

WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG

I did it last year. Maybe it's the policy, but it doesn't mean they follow it...

[jhweathers]

so when will it be online?

[MasterSun1]

WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG.

You can NOT exchange the non-free games for games that are not out DURING the deal or BEFORE the deal. Once again, you can NOT. The games you exchange the placeholders for MUST have been out during the sale or before.

I've worked at TRU for two years and this IS the policy, fine print and all.

This is what I was talking about. This policy seems to be of the YMMV variety. I know many CAGers have been able to exchange the "paid for" titles, but I also know others have been told you're not allowed to exchange for titles that come out after the sale is over.

So it's hit or miss. And don't come bitching when you get denied.

[Zep]

The obvious awnser is to not open any of the games until you confirm your store will exchange them for new ones. If they don't, then return all 3 and you're out nothing but time and gas.

[INVALID]

Sure your TRU might be more lenient, but I don't think people should be told that you WILL be able to exchange it for another game. Lots of people will be disappointed, as I know all the TRU's in my district upheld this last year (Orange County, CA (huntington beach, toustin, cerritos, etc))

[d3adliner]

I can verify the policy was upheld last year in Minneapolis, MN.

[life.exe]

WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG.

You can NOT exchange the non-free games for games that are not out DURING the deal or BEFORE the deal. Once again, you can NOT. The games you exchange the placeholders for MUST have been out during the sale or before.

I've worked at TRU for two years and this IS the policy, fine print and all.

Nope, actually I just asked my Rzone Sup. and he said it is fine as long as you dont try and exchange the free one because the system wont recognize it, the store would have to mark the game you want down $60 and they probably wont do it.

[dash421]

Sure your TRU might be more lenient, but I don't think people should be told that you WILL be able to exchange it for another game. Lots of people will be disappointed, as I know all the TRU's in my district upheld this last year (Orange County, CA (huntington beach, toustin, cerritos, etc))

ok just bare with me. i have just a few questions since you've dealt with this and i want to kno if i should even attempt this idea that everyone is saying.

1.) when u worked there, have u encountered a person trying to do this? if so, what did u tell them?

2.) some people mentioned to get gift receipts, how do u guys justify that? what if some TRULY was buying a gift for someone, and that someone wanted to exchange it? cant they just go back and get store credit on a gift card n then utilize it for whatever purpose they want (ie. saying their friend bought them a game for wrong console)?

3.) can the TRU's register system detect which games r able to be returned and not?

4.) what if someone just bought ONE game and did not go through with the b2g1 deal? does the system pull up the original receipt if its being exhchanged with a gift card?

thanks in advance for the info

[INVALID]

ok just bare with me. i have just a few questions since you've dealt with this and i want to kno if i should even attempt this idea that everyone is saying.

1.) when u worked there, have u encountered a person trying to do this? if so, what did u tell them?

2.) some people mentioned to get gift receipts, how do u guys justify that? what if some TRULY was buying a gift for someone, and that someone wanted to exchange it? cant they just go back and get store credit on a gift card n then utilize it for whatever purpose they want (ie. saying their friend bought them a game for wrong console)?

3.) can the TRU's register system detect which games r able to be returned and not?

4.) what if someone just bought ONE game and did not go through with the b2g1 deal? does the system pull up the original receipt if its being exhchanged with a gift card?

thanks in advance for the info

I still work there:

1) Everytime someone came in to do this we told them the policy. We can tell by the receipt.

2) Yea, that sounds like a way to get around it. You can't exchange the free one though even with a gift receipt. Get separate gift receipts for the non-free ones.

3) Yes it can, and so can the employees by looking at the date + receipt.

4) If someone just bought one game they'd be fine up to 45 days.

[INVALID]

Nope, actually I just asked my Rzone Sup. and he said it is fine as long as you dont try and exchange the free one because the system wont recognize it, the store would have to mark the game you want down $60 and they probably wont do it.

Have your Rzone Sup. ask your district manager. The system can do it and it will go through, but it's against the policy and the store can get in trouble if caught

[onapartyrock]

I went through a lot of this thread but didn't see this question. What I want to know is if I go into TRU today and buy six $60 games, can I go back on Sunday and have them adjust my receipt with this deal? This way I don't have to fight the crowds and have a better chance at getting what I want.

I asked my local store and they said I could return the items if unopened but they would not be put back up for sale until the next day.

[dash421]

I still work there:

1) Everytime someone came in to do this we told them the policy. We can tell by the receipt.

2) Yea, that sounds like a way to get around it. You can't exchange the free one though even with a gift receipt. Get separate gift receipts for the non-free ones.

3) Yes it can, and so can the employees by looking at the date + receipt.

4) If someone just bought one game they'd be fine up to 45 days.

thanks for the info, its appreciated

[shinryuu]

Usually does happen that stores get cleared out of games with a mid-week restock.

Depends on the store, game, and the local population, so it's all up to chance.
Ah, okay. My TRU has gotten sweeped plenty of times on the clearance deals, so thats why I was weary of the issue of it happening to this deal. =d

[jkimrey]

TRU website is showing the GoW 2 : LE at $59.99, same as the regular version.

Is this a special for this week only?

[Shady3011]

Has anyone actually seen Wii Points cards at there TRU? I've yet to find one that carries any.

[WTFer420]

So are Microsoft Points part of the deal?
I seen people mention Wii points, but what about MS point cards?

[WTFer420]

Why even bother with going to the store when you can do it online?

@Teehehee - Your Market May Vary. What would mileage have to do with it? :P

Shipping costs, unless there is a free shipping code floating around somewhere.... :bow:

anyone?
:-$

[MasterSun1]

Also noticed Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn (Wii) at my store in Tigard, OR for $24.99 until tomorrow.

Also, I stopped by that TRU today and asked the R-Zone employee on duty about buying games either tonight or tomorrow and getting the purchase price adjusted next week, as well as using gift receipts to exchange games (giving a story about how I plan to give them as gifts). He said both were okay, but he seemed unsure.

In theory, it should be fine, but again, YMMV!

[prim4444]

So are Microsoft Points part of the deal?
I seen people mention Wii points, but what about MS point cards?

Did you not read the OP? 30% off Wii Accessories Sunday and Monday...

[dba137]

so here's my plan and it should be bulletproof as far as I know

-Buy 2 games as placeholders, get the 3rd game I want to keep free
-Ask for gift receipts for the 2 games
-I don't open all three games and wait until the games I want get released(the week after next)
-Go into the store, ask for an exchange, if I get denied, ask for store credit using the gift receipts.
-If I get denied on both, I just return all 3 games(don't want to buy 2 games I don't really want to play)
-If I get it, I enjoy my three games and set off into the sunset.

[G9erS]

Shipping costs, unless there is a free shipping code floating around somewhere.... :bow:

anyone?
:-$

yeah shipping cost about $10-$18 bucks, since you can't add/combine coupons you'll have to pay for shipping I think the only way around this is to become a (new) member of "bill me later" never tried it though

[ph1sh]

All the games I checked online now show free shipping. Are we sure they will pull that once the sale starts Sunday?

[Bootleg Zani]

It sounds like a good deal but I have all the 360 games I really wanted by now. The only games I have left that I want would be definitely NHL 09. But Star Wars Force Unleashed is only good enough as a free game, refuse paying $60 for it. And I can't name a third as of yet and I don't feel like waiting till Far Cry 2 and Fallout 3 come out and try to pull the switcharoo. Maybe Dead Space? But I doubt it, so I'll probably pass.

[madara]

What time does Toys R us open on sundays? Its been so long I cant remember if stores are 11am still or back to the weekday 10am. Have we confirmed an online counterpart to this store sale?

[nintendofreak94]

What time does Toys R us open on sundays? Its been so long I cant remember if stores are 11am still or back to the weekday 10am. Have we confirmed an online counterpart to this store sale?
There is an online part, but there might be restrictions on what games are eligible.

[Soul DragooN]

Well talked to a customer service rep and the manager at my TRU, and both said I couldnt exchange, so I'm tempted to try doing the gift reciept thing. Do you think if they are for sure going to deny exchanges, that the gift reciept would work?

I have a feeling that I'm going to end up returning all 3 games because they will deny both ways.

[wfg97079]

Is that new this year?
I would think a change in return policy must be stated at time of purchase
Well talked to a customer service rep and the manager at my TRU, and both said I couldnt exchange, so I'm tempted to try doing the gift reciept thing. Do you think if they are for sure going to deny exchanges, that the gift reciept would work?

I have a feeling that I'm going to end up returning all 3 games because they will deny both ways.

[skubish]

Well talked to a customer service rep and the manager at my TRU, and both said I couldnt exchange, so I'm tempted to try doing the gift reciept thing. Do you think if they are for sure going to deny exchanges, that the gift reciept would work?

I have a feeling that I'm going to end up returning all 3 games because they will deny both ways.

Of course they are going to say this upfront. I honestly don't know how they could deny a gift receipt.

[wfg97079]

They cannot violate a return policy that was in place at the time of buying an item. Its against the law
Of course they are going to say this upfront. I honestly don't know how they could deny a gift receipt.

[wfg97079]

Dont they need to tell you that at the time of sale?
WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG.

You can NOT exchange the non-free games for games that are not out DURING the deal or BEFORE the deal. Once again, you can NOT. The games you exchange the placeholders for MUST have been out during the sale or before.

I've worked at TRU for two years and this IS the policy, fine print and all.

[doubledown]

Its a Friends & Family coupon.

I thought the Friends & Family coupon was 20% off....I know they have that coupon for ONLINE this week. I also know TRU does NOT take coupon print-outs anymore.

[rolliauctions]

Is that new this year?
I would think a change in return policy must be stated at time of purchase

They denied me last year during this sale. One manager says one thing and then you go in and talk to a different one and they won't.

[bojay1997]

They cannot violate a return policy that was in place at the time of buying an item. Its against the law

Wrong. They have very general exclusion policies posted which allow them to treat returns in just about any way they want. Take a look at that giant block of text behind the customer service counter next time you are at TRU. They can deny returns or exchanges at their discretion.

[SolidTy]

what a lame time to have the B2G1 sale.

might look into the placeholder strategy...
This is to drum up sales now, obviously sales are going to go thru the roof later this year. I think this is an annual thing with ToysRUs as well.

Sure, it would be great if it were Dec, but just use the placeholder strategy, and you are set.

[AceHazard]

I think I'm going to try the placeholder strategy myself. I plan on getting Dead Space and two placeholders for Fallout 3 and Gears of War 2. Luckily for me I have to go out of town for work on the 15th and won't be back until the beginning of November, eliminating the temptation to open up Dead Space. My only problem is going to be having 3 brand new games to dive into when I get back.

[Busyman]

Wrong. They have very general exclusion policies posted which allow them to treat returns in just about any way they want. Take a look at that giant block of text behind the customer service counter next time you are at TRU. They can deny returns or exchanges at their discretion.
They can't deny an unopened return unless there was a stipulation on the back of the receipt.

[nflsonic]

I see that they offer Crysis on their website, but would it be safe to assume that when I go to the store tomorrow that they sell M rated PC games?

[nateveli]

So is the deal for the entire week or just Sunday and Monday (or is the Wii stuff only sunday/monday)? I'm hoping to get three socom's this week for the price of two. Help please.

[VioletArrows]

Read the first post.

[igottapoo]

Can I buy 2 games and get a Wii Point card for free?

[thirtytwoutside]

I find the lack of common sense disturbing.

Is a Wii points card a game?

[fshaia]

any one have a scan of the Sunday ad ?

[msdmoney]

I'm hoping they TRU will drop the Lego Star Wars Complete Saga to $19.99. Then I can pick it up with N+ and Space Invaders Extreme for the DS.

[lawl]

This is probably answered but does TRU usually get their games on Wednesday or Thursday?

[darkclawsofchaos]

This is probably answered but does TRU usually get their games on Wednesday or Thursday?

in NY, its Tuesday, at least in the Queens and Nassau County Area

[EBPanthers21]

Can someone help me out? Can I buy Dead Space, another 59.99 game, and get a free one at 59.99, then take them back next Tuesday and get Fable 2 and Far Cry 2? I'm not quite understanding how I would approach it...

[nateveli]

So is the deal for the entire week or just Sunday and Monday (or is the Wii stuff only sunday/monday)? I'm hoping to get three socom's this week for the price of two. Help please.
I read the first post but it was not totally clear. It's all week then, right?

[jasaun3]

I don't know if anyone else has noticed this, but the official Toys 'R Us site says Dead Space for the 360 and PS3 will be available on the 20th. I called a local store and they confirmed that date. Thus, the game will not be out before the 18th, which is when the deal ends. Personally, I think the company is holding back the release because every other retailer has it coming out on the 14th or 15th.

[TheFreshPrince]

What? So Dead Space isn't going to be available this week at Toys R Us? And they are doing this purposely because of this weeks B2G1F? If true, thats pretty terrible...

[TheFreshPrince]

Could the Toys R Us October 20th release date just be a mistake...because the game was initially set to release on October 21st, before they bumped it forward another week. Maybe TRU's systems just aren't updated yet...

[jasonlh]

Does anyone know if Best Buy will match this deal? It might be easier to exchange/return the placeholder games there.

[jasaun3]

What? So Dead Space isn't going to be available this week at Toys R Us? And they are doing this purposely because of this weeks B2G1F? If true, thats pretty terrible...

In my opinion, that is exactly what they are doing. Though, the sales associate I spoke with told me to check back later in the week just in case the game did come in.

[Soul DragooN]

This whole Dead Space coming out on the 20th is pissing me off. Because if the placeholder strategy didnt work for me, I would be content to get Dead Space, SWFU, and Mercenaries 2.

But now there isnt a third game I want. Since these 3 were the only games I was interested in. ERRR :bomb:

[igottapoo]

I find the lack of common sense disturbing.

Is a Wii points card a game?
it buys wiiware and vc games

[MSUHitman]

it buys wiiware and vc games

Wii points/Microsoft points cards are ACCESSORIES, NOT GAMES.

Good lord some of the questions on this last page are making me facepalm. :bomb:

Just read the first post. Dr. Dark Stryfe explains every thing in crystal-clear clarity. Yes this has been a yearly sale (as of at least 2003) as I found out about it from DDS on the IGN Boards before I even knew what CAG was.

[ftlee]

Anyone know if when this goes online at toysrus.com "pre-order" games can be one of your three (i.e. Gears Of War 2)? It is on their website...

[kofijamal]

I might have to get some older DS games I missed out on... now that it's a week long and not just the weekend, I might have to bite on this.

[GalvatronType_R]

I don't know why people get so excited about this deal. Doing the math, 2 $60 games + 1 free $60 game = $120. But that means that you essentially got each game for "only" $40.

In my mind, that isn't a lot of money saved, considering that many games get discounted to $40 if you just wait patiently for a month or two.

[iggypop123]

i think people need to realize that the game you get for free in the receipt is the one you would be stuck with. the other 2 are placeholders. its not decided by you so if you buy madden as a filler you could end up stuck with it and wont be able to keep dead space and x game

[life.exe]

I don't know why people get so excited about this deal. Doing the math, 2 $60 games + 1 free $60 game = $120. But that means that you essentially got each game for "only" $40.

In my mind, that isn't a lot of money saved, considering that many games get discounted to $40 if you just wait patiently for a month or two.
So you would rather wait a month or two and get it for the same price...

[INVALID]

-no, accessories don't count for the deal.
-no, you can't exchange games for ones that aren't out during or before the sale, unless your TRU is very lenient and doesn't care about getting in trouble.
-the sale is from sunday 12th to saturday 18th
-TRU's games video games Monday through Friday, but won't put out street dated games until the street date (usually Tuesdays).

[IronsideGrunt]

So you would rather wait a month or two and get it for the same price...


I can see where he's comming from.

He's basically saying this:

If your cash strapped you might as well wait for a price drop since this deal isn't exactly earth shattering.

So essentially, its not worth eating Ramen noodles 24/7 for a month or more type of deal.

Now if the games would've out to like 20 bucks a pop or something then it would've been worth it...but at $40...unless you really must have these games right now...with the way the economy is... it's better to wait and build up your 'fundage' unless you've got the extra cash to spend right now...

[OneWingedAngeI]

Worst thread ever. I say just delete it and let everyone who doesn't know figure it out for themselves tomorrow morning.

stfu and gtfo the thread if you dont want to discuss it. what the hell is your problem? you have nothing to contribute. people obviously want to talk about it so let them

[the_d_r_e]

So here's my idea. Get Dead Space and Socom with Saint's Row 2 being the free one. Can't i just return Socom and get a full refund like the day after I buy it instead of trying to do an exchange and make it seem so obvious?

[ispeshaled]

So here's my idea. Get Dead Space and Socom with Saint's Row 2 being the free one. Can't i just return Socom and get a full refund like the day after I buy it instead of trying to do an exchange and make it seem so obvious?


No...all 3 games will be linked to the deal on the receipt. You have to return them all in order to get a refund.

[RyBo13]

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3256701

The TRU website says that Deadspace ships on the 20th of October Booo.

[the_d_r_e]

No...all 3 games will be linked to the deal on the receipt. You have to return them all in order to get a refund.
Well that idea is out the window....

[prateeko]

I'm getting some mixed signals about placeholder games. Has the return/exchange policy been changed so we won't be able to do placeholder swaps anymore?

[wampa8jedi]

Everyone - based on some scans of the ads that were just placed on IGN, the accessory deal is actually 40% off, meaning that Wii Point cards are only $12 a piece.

[trunks982]

guys, i got the ad and im from NYC. the wii accessories is 40% off not 30%.

heres the pic of the front page ad.

http://img399.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img6363on0.jpg

[the_d_r_e]

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3256701

The TRU website says that Deadspace ships on the 20th of October Booo.
Fuck TRU...

[botticus]

Wow, definitely not passing up at least one Wii points card tomorrow then.

[madara]

Lol, operation make sure ToysRus isnt around next year do this deal is in effect for way too many.

[ryne candy]

I don't know why people get so excited about this deal. Doing the math, 2 $60 games + 1 free $60 game = $120. But that means that you essentially got each game for "only" $40.

In my mind, that isn't a lot of money saved, considering that many games get discounted to $40 if you just wait patiently for a month or two.
What you are saying is true but you said it yourself...Wait a month or two. People who are here on CAG trying to outsmart this deal aren't taking time into consideration. They are even trying to get future games within this deal. Any game will be cheaper if you wait long enough, but if you can't wait or don't want to than this is a good deal to take advantage of.. If you only want one game...this isn't a great deal but if you have a couple in mind, this is a good deal.

[geeknhard]

Hopefully they allow pre-orders for the deal online like last year(for a while atleast) & I can get in on Fallout & LBP along with Pure for PS3.

[ftlee]

Anyone know whether or not I will be able to buy two Wii Fits and get the third free?

Thanks,

Frank

[Shady3011]

If they treat it as software like Wii Play, then I suppose so.

[bigdaddybruce44]

$20 off a brand new title when it comes out is a GREAT deal, not just good. Yeah you can get a used copy for $40 after a month or two, but that's a month or two you don't play the game for. Some people want to play the game as soon as they are released. It's like telling a person not to buy a sports game because in a year it'll be worth $5. Then why do we EVER buy a sports game if a new version is just going to come out later? Bad argument.

Yeah, I gotta agree. If you want to play a few games when they actually come out, this is a good deal. You can always wait, but the longer you wait, that's longer you don't get to play the game.

[splintercell]

I'm just hoping that the TRU website is not an accurate representation of what is happening in the stores. It lists Dead Space a week late, no collector's edition for Saint's Row 2, Lost Odyssey costing $59.99, and they didn't even list Silent Hill: Homecoming until days after it came out.

[bojay1997]

They can't deny an unopened return unless there was a stipulation on the back of the receipt.

Don't know what state you live in, but I can state conclusively that in California and most other states, that is not the case. They can deny returns for any reason per their general exclusions in the return and exchange policy posted in the store. With the exception of cooling off periods for auto sales and real estate in many states, there is no requirement that a retailer provide you with a refund on an unopened item that is otherwise exactly what they represented it to be at the time of sale. Defective items or misrepresented items are a different matter, but like it or not, retailers don't have to exchange or accept returns once you walk out the door with that merchandise.

[Admiral Ackbar]

God Damnit, they updated their website which screwed up my wishlist.

[strife01104]

DOes this sale work online as well?

[The_Dias]

Sorry to ask, but one small thing confuses me. Is the sale from the 12th to the 18th or is on the 12th and the 18th?
What did they change ackbar?

[Escobar4Life]

Quick questions:

1. Sale is from 12th to the 18th right?
2. I can exchange all three games correct? (I'll be using gift receipts to make things easier)
3. Is it okay to exchange them all on the same day? (don't want to go back and forth for each game)
4. Can I make an exchange for a game that costs more? I'll gladly pay the difference.
5. How many times can I do this on the same day? (I would like to do the deal twice)

I didn't want to go through all the pages to find my answers (will take way too long). Thanks in advance.

[kingofthenet]

No they can't TOTALLY deny returns (if they have a return policy)That IS against the law. They can deny uneven exchanges(i.e if something is part of a deal, they can require you to return the ENTIRE deal) I think with a gift receipt and some smooth talking you are talking about a 80% chance of exchanging 1, less if you are trying to do 2 at the same time.

P.S. i think a FAR better idea is to do this at the main CS area INSTEAD of the game dept(Main CS are likely to know jack about games). Just take your 1 or 2 games and return them and ask for a gift card(Try to imply you are going to buy something else like a bike) than take the gift card to the video game area buy the games no hassle.

[igorponweed]

Help! I don't know what to buy! I think I'd get Sam and Max, Wario Land, and ______. Fill in the blank! Thanks.

[The_Dias]

I'd say Mushroom Men(Wii), but that comes out November 11. Unless you're fine with placeholding, which you could do until you make up your mind.

[Jiggy37]

Does Best Buy price match percent-off deals?
It'd be so amazing if I could pile their new gamers' club thing ($10 certificate for every $150) on top of the TRU discount, but somehow I don't think I'll be that fortunate.


Edit: Ah, never mind, think I found my answer (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=4954008&postcount=328) earlier in here.

I'll still try since my stores are pretty close to each other, though.

[drmuerto]

This is the TRU rreturn policy according to their website. I suppose they could try to amend it for this offer, but to my thinking you should be able to argue (in a polite fashion) that this policy in no way excludes your ability to return a purchased product for an in-store exchange. Isuppose that they could have the receipt read it out so that what you'd get is the equivalent of 1/3 purchase price as store credit, which would mess up the deal, though.

Return Guidelines for Video Games, Accessories, and Systems/Computer Software/VHS Cassettes/DVDs/Music/Electronics/Radio-Control Items/Trading Cards/Collectibles/ Consumer Electronics

We will accept returns of the following items within 45 days from the date of purchase: video games, accessories, and systems; computer software; VHS cassettes; DVDs; music; electronics; radio-control items; trading cards; collectibles and consumer electronics .The original, dated receipt is required for a refund or exchange, and the item must be returned in its unopened and factory-sealed package. If the item has been opened, it can only be exchanged for an identical item. Refunds and exchanges will not be given without a dated receipt.

[bojay1997]

This is the TRU rreturn policy according to their website. I suppose they could try to amend it for this offer, but to my thinking you should be able to argue (in a polite fashion) that this policy in no way excludes your ability to return a purchased product for an in-store exchange. Isuppose that they could have the receipt read it out so that what you'd get is the equivalent of 1/3 purchase price as store credit, which would mess up the deal, though.

This policy in no way allows you to do a return and then require them to provide you with any replacement titles. All it says is that within 45 days, you can return the items for a refund. An exchange under the law in California only requires a retailer to provide the identical item, not an alternate item of similar value. So, if you're arguing that they are required by law to exchange the games, you are 100% wrong.

Here is the exact verbiage from the back of a TRU receipt I saved from a purchase last month under the heading "General Return Policy":

"We reserve the right to limit or decline refunds".

So, you might find a store willing to do a swap for you within the 45 day return window, but under no circumstances is a store required to do so.