What do Gamers really want in give aways?

[gammerwihz]

Am putting together a list of what tops the list in terms of what gamers really want in gaming contests, freebies and give-aways. I think having such a list will help in terms of when companies or people are doing give aways for gamers etc I tend to always give out video games in giveaways and contests but looking at the contest and free stuff section it seems gamers are interested in more than just video games e.g.

MS Points
XBLA subscriptions
Beta Codes
Codes
Prized collections
Signed items from developers
Etc

So what do you guys really want? Pls list here and I’ll compile a final list afterwards
It might also help when next am planning a give away.

Cheers

[dwb6]

xbox live ms point cards, xbla codes, basically anything that can be used for the xbox 360

[the_grimace]

"what do gamers want in giveaways"

games.

/thread

[as50193]

Any type of code, especially ones for xbox points/subscription/games etc. are great, and games(disks) are great too, though I'd much prefer $10 worth of codes over a $10 game. Signed stuff is really cool also.

[sml_mndz]

Free New Releases Limited/Collector Editions.

[mr.me]

Besides video games here are game related things I would enjoy:

Wii Points Card
Giftcard to Gamestop, Best Buy, or any similar place.
Comic Books based on video games

That's all I can think of at the moment, I will post again if I think of anything else.

[yukafls]

Free New Releases Limited/Collector Editions.


Got my vote for this as well

[Richlough]

Full releases a week early .
I know alot of people complain but I like t-shirts .

[FinalD]

Besides video games here are game related things I would enjoy:

Wii Points Card
Giftcard to Gamestop, Best Buy, or any similar place.


What this man said, but add the option for PSN funds.

Also, for the sake of voicing my opinion and a display of avarice I'd explode if I ever won something like a DS, 360, or (even bigger display of greed) some smaller (read: not too expensive) televisions (preferably HDTVs).

Obviously, some are a little crazy but you did ask so I voiced my opinion.

[Whirly]

People prefer electronic prizes, specifically XBL codes MS points codes, and DLC codes

shipping is a hassle for most people.

[Sloshmaster]

xbox live ms point cards, xbla codes, basically anything that can be used for the xbox 360

I agree, what i don't like are codes for movie downloads and 48-hour xbox live cards, they are simply not worth it make it a month, 3 months or a year and i am interested though.

[Wutang_KILLTHEM]

Dont forget about Playstation Cards and PSN download codes. Seems to be 360 heavy here :p

[CAG 79]

What do Gamers really want in give aways?

We want to WIN!!

[Nesmaster75]

I'm the oddball, but I would love to see signed items from developers would be my first choice. There's nothing like showing off what you love...

[jigsawhc]

M$ Points. I can get XBLA, XBLCG, or Rock Band DLC that way.

[Shuino]

Rare games, special edition games, MS / Wii Points, controllers / Joysticks.

That's the kinda stuff I would want :)

[Lupin_IV]

Cash.

[wesdw369]

Free points cards for all 3 systems, games, bonus dlc codes (golden lancer, map packs), faceplates

[Endokun]

- Games (New or old, doesn't matter)
- Codes (Points, DLC, etc.)
- 360 Faceplates (Can't have enough of them)
- Collectibles, Posters, T-Shirts, etc (Can be signed or whatnot)

[depascal22]

I'll take the MS points so I'm not paying for Versus mode. That or I can get a game.

[amacher]

Games
Limited/Collectible editions
Import limited editions, they get some interesting stuff over seas.
Amazon Gift Cards-buy any cards/games/etc you want. Also with their deals good to have a gift card in there in case you're low on funds at the time.
Goozex points

[chewkaah]

definitely live codes

[GamerKingFaiz]

Something small and numerous, meaning that there are may winners, but the contest maker doesn't go broke with holding the contest.

[Wolfkin]

games obviously but Wii Points are nice. I mean we're gamers we're not that picky about free stuff. T-Shirts are a high get outsides of that. posters less so, action figures less so.

[TripleH13]

Point codes for Rock Band DLC

[Five Seven Five]

Microsoft points and live subscriptions, preferably 48 hour codes, would have to top my list.

[gammerwihz]

Interesting comments so far, please keep them coming!

[Dr Mario Kart]

We arent that picky. Above all, we just want to be the one to win.

[Tigresa]

Hmmm we all want free games, but I find contests to be more fun (and I will be willing to try harder to win them) if they involve something unique or something I can ONLY get by entering that contest, like a special piece of swag. Or a sweaty towel ACTUALLY used by the devs as they created Gaylo 3.

[gammerwihz]

Its been interesting reading so far, pls keep them coming.

[Someone123]

Amazon gift cards

[Dmpazos]

MS points or a free game (that's worth it).

[Teddite]

Retail or XBLA games are my favorite.
Preferably usable in Canada.

[gammerwihz]

Interestingly no one has said or mentioned about "posters" or maybe I've missed it in the responses above.

[mr.me]

Interestingly no one has said or mentioned about "posters" or maybe I've missed it in the responses above.

I don't know about everyone else, but I wouldn't want a poster. It would just end up sitting in my closet.

[supermodestmouse]

anything that's free ;)

or collectable

[trippplethreat333]

i'd love a psn card, ps3 games or ps3 betas- I don't really see them up at all

[Slappybob]

Games
MSpoints
A PS3 that is backwards compatable

[Romis]

Game Voucher ( for any certain price game from say a particular company like UBISOFT, CAPCOM, EA, that would cover both PS3, 360 or any game)

PSN / MS point (gift card)

Store Gift card

or a limited edition collectible (figurine, vehicle, etc) something displayable
I like something tangible, long-term if I really want to support something make a reward meaning ful

unique items are cool like a Thumbdrive in a cool shape or replica of something from the game (gun, supply pack, granade etc) or a nice messenger style bag/laptop carrier

[Tigresa]

My thoughts exactly. I want the names of the winners. Advent Rising (Xbox) had one of those contest where I could win cash (it's a sticker on the box, I think) but that fell through. I think these contests are just a scheme to get more people to buy their product. I have never met a 'winner' of these so called 'contests'.

Giveaways: Soundtracks, posters, FIGURINES, hats, t shirts, lanyards, jackets, gift cards (ex: When Nintendo released the Wii; for the midnight release at City Walk in Los Angeles, they gave out Target gift cards, which were bad ass. They were illuminated by a blue LED light. Bad ass.), backpacks, and art books would all be fine by my standards.

Yeah when they don't announce the winners to a contest I am just led to believe it was a fool's trick to get the contest holding site more hits and attention.

[Wolfkin]

A PS3 that is backwards compatable[sic]you sir... I wish you were a women so I could marry you because YOU know what gamers want.

[gammerwihz]

Am compiling the list of responses so far, this should make an interesting reading.

[archangelreb]

Points cards, games and game swag IMO.

[lilboo]

Hmmm..

-Points or codes for all 3 systems.
-Actual retail games
-Unique, but useful accessories. aka a special edition :360: controller or something like that.

I'm not a big fan of swag or like.. signed copies of stuff.

[mr.me]

Am compiling the list of responses so far, this should make an interesting reading.


Where did you put the list?

[Sharp Katana]

here's some that you didn't list: games, gaming swag (tshirts, figures, art books), gamefly subscriptions, gift cards, psn money, gaming accessories (headset, controllers, etc)

[georox]

Ugh, no subscriptions to services like gamefly... avoid stuff that we have to pay for once it's used up.

[ctice44]

I'm with the ideas of not mailing anything off. Gamers love to win and be rewarded fast. Codes are the way to go: PSN points, Wii/DS points, 360 points, XBox Live time, World of Warcraft time (for those that play Wow), Beta codes (for example: Uncharted 2 for a PS3 contest), even cheesy stuff like outfits (Halo armor in Fable 2 for those that don't have CE, LBP outfits, etc). Gamers will compete to get anything- even if they don't own that platform or game (some will just sell or pawn it off on a buddy)...they just feel good winning. That's why we all are gamers, right?

[gammerwihz]

Right…I’ve gathered all comments and responses together and here are the results. The key feedback is gamers want to win and be rewarded fast so am not surprised that Points tops the list.

Total votes so far for each category:

MS/Wii/PSN Points17
Free (Recent) games15
XBLA/PNS/WII codes8
Gift Cards/Vouchers7
Posters/Collectibles5
Signed Stuff4
T-shirts3
Consoles3
Beta Codes3
Accessories2
Comic Books1

[Wolfkin]

I'm with the ideas of not mailing anything off. Gamers love to win and be rewarded fast. Codes are the way to go: PSN points, Wii/DS points, 360 points, XBox Live time, World of Warcraft time (for those that play Wow), Beta codes (for example: Uncharted 2 for a PS3 contest), even cheesy stuff like outfits (Halo armor in Fable 2 for those that don't have CE, LBP outfits, etc). Gamers will compete to get anything- even if they don't own that platform or game (some will just sell or pawn it off on a buddy)...they just feel good winning. That's why we all are gamers, right?
i have to disagree with the instant gratification thing. i think gamers don't mind getting stuff in the mail. Sure if you're talking Wii/PSN/XBL points no one minds getting them through e-mail, but more if it's a choice between some points and something more substantial like say 3000 Wii points vs controler cost aside i think the controler would be more appreciated.

I personally don't like Beta codes. in gmail has kinda ruined the idea of a beta. a beta is supposed to be a form of testing hotbed. now they're being treated like demos which is .. not good. I'm 80% sure this is the reason that demos are being treated like accessories (free with purchase , or win access to it with pre-order) ugh.

that aside while i disagree with the fundamentla theory behind it i agree that codes are apprecaited.