(DEAD) XB-Buffy Chaos $10@EB - FREE a/r? / $6.75 Used a/c (1 left)

[Mr. Rhee]

UPDATE 03/11/2004 @ 10am EST:
they pulled the deal. if you haven't ordered MACE yet, be aware they may pull that deal as well. NEW disappeared. also, there were 23+ used, and now only 1 left. only took minutes. perhaps a true buffy fan bought everything.




Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds deal of the day?
if you're a buffy fan, it is!
Cheap ass link
http://www.ebgames.com/ebx_assets/product_images/234974.jpg (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=FKSJxY2VJAk&offerid=13850.114442789&type= 10&subid=)

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$10 NEW + free ship

ymmv, but perhaps FREE after rebate:
www.cheapassgamer.com/images/rebates/vivendirebate.pdf

thanks to everyone.

[Hair6a11]

Thank you... thats an awesome deal for a good game.

[MadFlava]

Do I need a code to get free shipping? Also, any other coupons that can be applied to this deal?

[Mr. Rhee]

no need for any other codes. its only $10. the shipping must be selected at the end of checkout. choose eb saver/ free 6-12 day shipping option. deals like these don't last long. they may restock if they sell out but too many ebayers/dealers frequent this site and others, so get what you want now. or EB may pull the deal like they do every now and then.

[JimmieMac]

I just ordered it.

[amped]

With the Vivendi $10 mir, wouldn't this game end up being "free"?

[CheapyD]

With the Vivendi $10 mir, wouldn't this game end up being "free"?

www.cheapassgamer.com/images/rebates/vivendirebate.pdf

"Rebate amount may not exceed the retail purchase price of the software title(s)."

[Salmonday]

SWEET! Thanks, man!

[amped]

doh!

[MadFlava]

Thanks for the deal, I just ordered it. For $10 it's worth a try.

[wubb]

With the Vivendi $10 mir, wouldn't this game end up being "free"?

www.cheapassgamer.com/images/rebates/vivendirebate.pdf

"Rebate amount may not exceed the retail purchase price of the software title(s)."

I think you'd be fine with a $9.99 purchase price. Practically all FAR (free after rebate) deals are set up so you get a rebate back that is one penny more than the purchase price. (And the one I've done like that did have the same 'rebate amount can not exceed purchase price' language.)

The real stickler with that rebate is the 'no facsimiles accepted' I wouldn't count on them approving a rebate sent in using a print-out of the pdf.

[magilacudy]

GameRankings gave this a 74.6%. Not bad for $10. Thanks!

[Tricky]

Thanks For The Deal
I almost paid $18 plus tax for it at Sam's Club Sunday. I am glad I put it back.

[wubb]

Debated waiting to see if they would drop the used game price as well, but ended up picking it up. Decent reviews and I was a big Buffy fan, so I'm looking forward to it.

I also like that (at least IGN's review said) I read it has a few pretty good four player multi-player modes.

[jshorr]

I just called the number on the coupon, and I asked them what would happen if you paid less than 10. The rep said that your rebate would be adjusted, instead of you being disqualified....ie your rebate amount would be 9.99....

[jshorr]

Also, I asked about the no facsimilie thing....she said as long as you have all the information and the terms are visible (so that they know you agree with them) a printout is fine.

[secretvampire]

How about the "original UPC" requirement? I hate mutilating my game boxes.

[jshorr]

Heh. That I don't think you can get around.

[jshorr]

According to the woman I spoke with at Vivendo, facsimilie in this case refers to a hand-written or photocopied form...but she said a printout should be fine....I would still rather get the real thing, anyone know where to find a hard copy?



With the Vivendi $10 mir, wouldn't this game end up being "free"?

www.cheapassgamer.com/images/rebates/vivendirebate.pdf

"Rebate amount may not exceed the retail purchase price of the software title(s)."

I think you'd be fine with a $9.99 purchase price. Practically all FAR (free after rebate) deals are set up so you get a rebate back that is one penny more than the purchase price. (And the one I've done like that did have the same 'rebate amount can not exceed purchase price' language.)

The real stickler with that rebate is the 'no facsimiles accepted' I wouldn't count on them approving a rebate sent in using a print-out of the pdf.

[Prometheus]

I pulled the trigger on Primal and I didn't regret it. Now for teh Buffy-game. I need to expand my XBOX library.

[amped]

I would still rather get the real thing, anyone know where to find a hard copy?

Sometimes EB or Gamestop has them, but not all stores. Some Best Buys actually have the rebate slip taped to some of the participating games. However, both the game and slip would be in it's own plastic case :?

[PsyClerk]

This sucks. I had already promised myself not to buy anymore games for at least a month. Maybe I can start the month over after today.

[Staind204]

Yeah I got it too, can't beat .37 (price of a stamp to send in the rebate). =)

[Indiana]

You sure cannot beat free! I was planning on passing on this game until I saw that the old $10 rebate applied to this game.

I still need to pickup a copy of Metal Arms for the Xbox also.... I used to buy only about 3-4 games a year but now It's like 1 a week.

[m_d_amore]

I just called the number on the coupon, and I asked them what would happen if you paid less than 10. The rep said that your rebate would be adjusted, instead of you being disqualified....ie your rebate amount would be 9.99....Also, I asked about the no facsimilie thing....she said as long as you have all the information and the terms are visible (so that they know you agree with them) a printout is fine.
we might have to reevaluate the worth of the rebate then. because if this is true that mean the hobbit might be free too thru tru coupon

[FlashStash]

This, and the Mace Griffin deal, is available in-store also. Just picked up a copy of Buffy at lunch!

FS

[jshorr]

I guess it's all up to the individual manufactuer...but we've seen these clauses before....they don't want people to get more than what they paid, but it doesn't say on there that the purchase price has to be $10 or you aren't qualified. Someone else call the number on the rebate to verify with another rep, but the lady told me the rebate would be adjusted so that it did not exceed the cost of the game. She said "for example, if you paid 5.99, your rebate would be 5.99, and so on...."

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we might have to reevaluate the worth of the rebate then. because if this is true that mean the hobbit might be free too thru tru coupon[/quote]

[$CASH$]

I can confirm that printouts of the .pdf rebate form are acceptable. I also called the number on the form just to be certain and the CSR cofirmed everything in jshorr's post.

He said the facsimile referred to photocopies and that printouts of the .pdf rebate form will work just fine.

[MorganWebbLover]

Cool I just order Buffy for 7.99 I had an old Coupon code from the 4 for 1 trade in deal EBgames.com .

[Mr Peanut]

Do we have to cut out the UPC or is it ok to make a copy of it?

I really don't like messing up my game case.

[Vampyre]

Wow i thought when i got a FREE demo it was coll. But this is a whole game.

[Birbo]

What's the cheapest Metal Arms is going for? Wouldn't mind scoring that one for cheap/free as well. :)

[magilacudy]

What's the cheapest Metal Arms is going for? Wouldn't mind scoring that one for cheap/free as well. :)

I just bought it and am playing it now. It's great :D

I got it at Best Buy for $29.99 - $5 GGC - $10 rebate (eventually)... so theoretically cost me $15.

On Ebgames you can get it used for $26.99 - AFF25, so it comes out to $20 plus change. That's about the cheapest I've seen it.

[wubb]

I can confirm that printouts of the .pdf rebate form are acceptable. I also called the number on the form just to be certain and the CSR cofirmed everything in jshorr's post.

He said the facsimile referred to photocopies and that printouts of the .pdf rebate form will work just fine.

I called the number on the rebate a few weeks ago and the guy was like 'Uh, you can give a print out a try, but if it says no facsimiles it might not work.'

Good to hear two different people got the okay that a print out would work.

I already have Hunter:Redeemer and now am getting Buffy, so I plan to try the rebate with the print out. Keep your fingers crossed for me. :lol:

Now if I could just find a good price for Barbie Horse Adventures :wink:

[Sofa King Cheap]

Someone should change the topic to (FREE after rebate). I almost passed this topic by because I wasn't interested in the game. But for free, I'm all about it.

[wubb]

I'd like to hear of at least one person who actually got approved for the rebate using a print-out of the pdf before I'd feel comfortable thinking of it as a sure thing.

I imagine most people are playing the 'wait and see if I can find a real coupon before sending off a print-out of the PDF' game, like me.

[Mr Peanut]

I think getting this game for $10 is a good enough deal. Getting it almost for free would be even better.

[Mr_hockey66]

Where are you getting the rebate form from?

[Dane]

nice...thanks!

[scott123456]

I'm having problems opening the rebate form. It all comes up black. Any help?

[Hurstool]

I see the rebate says "limit one rebate per household". Do you think this means you can't buy two games on the list and submit a rebate for both, or does it mean only one rebate per game listed.

[Sofa King Cheap]

I see the rebate says "limit one rebate per household". Do you think this means you can't buy two games on the list and submit a rebate for both, or does it mean only one rebate per game listed.

call 800 942 8618 and find out. Then post here and share the answer.

[Hurstool]

I see the rebate says "limit one rebate per household". Do you think this means you can't buy two games on the list and submit a rebate for both, or does it mean only one rebate per game listed.

call 800 942 8618 and find out. Then post here and share the answer.


I tried. Closed 15 minutes ago. Will try tomorrow. I bought Buffy anyway. Can't pass up a FAR game.

[Dane]

I bought it :-)

[junkie]

I bought this too.
FAR great deal.
$10 still a good deal.

[jshorr]

Since it says "one rebate per household" rather than one rebate per household per title, I believe that they would not give you rebates for both games. If possible I would get buffy at B&M EB, pay with cash, and just fill out the form and send to a friend/family member.


I see the rebate says "limit one rebate per household". Do you think this means you can't buy two games on the list and submit a rebate for both, or does it mean only one rebate per game listed.

[Vampyre]

well i ordered it. hope the rebate works.

been wanting to play a action adventure game for a bit.

I am still thinking about the Mace Griffin Bounty Hunter deal aswell

[Birbo]

I picked up both Buffy & Mace. Thought the demo of Mace was decent enough $10. And Buffy for FAR is a sore dick: you can't beat it!

[PsyClerk]

Mace might be gone temporarily. I'm seeing Buffy as shipped on my order and Mace as still just 'ordered.'

[YoshiFan1]

That could be because both games are coming from different warehouses. I have place orders with EB a few times where I ordered more than 1 game and some games shipped from the West Chester, PA warehouse and the other games were shipped from Kentucky.

[PsyClerk]

Guess you learn something every day. Thanks for that, all this time and I never figured that out. Then again I rarely order more than one at a time from EB...until I found this site.

[Vampyre]

Guess you learn something every day. Thanks for that, all this time and I never figured that out. Then again I rarely order more than one at a time from EB...until I found this site.

i know what you mean about finding this site. Since i found it a week ago i have gotten 4 games for under 20 bucks. And there actually ones that i have been wanting to play

[magilacudy]

I'm going to call tomorrow, but by any chance does anyone know if EBX in Paramus Park mall in NJ has Buffy in stock?

I'm contemplating whether I should just buy it now through EBgames or buy it B&M. Its kind of complex because I bought Metal Arms the other day, and I'm going to have to use my credit card again to buy Buffy if ever, which most probably I'll have sent to my cousin's house.

[Mr. Rhee]

pircedrop used $9 / $6.75 a/c

[Gemini78]

I just ordered the Buffy game.

Just in time, it seems, because now I get an out of stock message when I click the link.

[Mr. Rhee]

DEAD!

maybe they relaized the game is free after rebate.

;)

over 100 new. completely pulled the deal. they may pull the MACE deal next.

there were 23+ used in stock, now only 1.

[turls]

Bad advice to call them. It isn't necessary. Its painfully obvious from reading the wording on the rebate form that it is good for multiple games.

If I'm wrong, tell me, but did you guys even read the rebate form fully?

THere are a lot of (s)'s in it to allow multiple submissions. There wouldn't be any other reason for the (s)'s.

We'll see if anything else gets dirt cheap in the next week or two to add to my Metal Arms and Buffy rebates.

I see the rebate says "limit one rebate per household". Do you think this means you can't buy two games on the list and submit a rebate for both, or does it mean only one rebate per game listed.

[KingNES]

UPDATE 03/11/2004 @ 10am EST:
they pulled the deal. if you haven't ordered MACE yet, be aware they may pull that deal as well. NEW disappeared. also, there were 23+ used, and now only 1 left. only took minutes. perhaps a true buffy fan bought everything.


But you can still get it B&M I picked up one today and also Kotor for 29.99



Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds deal of the day?
if you're a buffy fan, it is!
Cheap ass link
http://www.ebgames.com/ebx_assets/product_images/234974.jpg (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=FKSJxY2VJAk&offerid=13850.114442789&type= 10&subid=)

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$10 NEW + free ship

ymmv, but perhaps FREE after rebate:
www.cheapassgamer.com/images/rebates/vivendirebate.pdf

thanks to everyone.

[wubb]

Glad I didn't wait for the price drop on the POed version (I wouldn't have been fast enough!)

[Dane]

So the rebate wont work now?

Or it will? (I bought it)

[magilacudy]

I'm off to buy it at my local EB. Had to call around but luckily one of the 4 in my area have it in stock. Woohoo!

EDIT: Just so happened to get my 666th post on this Buffy thread. Creeeppyyy.

[MadFlava]

No one has tried the rebate yet. I plan on trying it once I get it. Worth a try right.

[MaxBiaggi3]

I can still remember the $10 EB Games deal in January of 2003 for the original Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I remember seeing weeks and weeks of assorted posts from people debating whether or not to get the original Buffy new for $10, despite a wave of excellent reviews from a variety of sources. I kind of doubt that most people have gotten any smarter in a year's time, so I attribute the Chaos Bleeds sell-out to the fact that traffic at this site (and others like it) has increased tenfold in barely a year's time.

[Requiem]

Does it matter if I play this game without having ever played the first one?

[amped]

Does it matter if I play this game without having ever played the first one?

Probaly not. You'll probably get more of kick out of it, if you're a fan of the tv series. I would suggest playing the first one after you play Chaos Bleeds. If you were to do so the other way around, you might be disappointed.

[Dane]

So I sure hope that rebate works....

[magilacudy]

W00t

Picked up the next to last Buffy at EBX at GSP in Paramus. Post office is closed but I'm sending out the rebate tomorrow! I printed out the rebate form, hopefully they'll accept it. I'll keep you all updated if its accepted or not.

[chrisp450]

Hey I just wanted to say, I found a copy of the rebate at my best buy store....they only had like 2 or 3 left on some of the games. I grabbed one for myself, and another for a friend. Next time I go in I will try to find some more, and if I do I can send them out to anyone who wants them. Hopefully they will still have more tomorrow.

[wubb]

I'd be very happy to send you a SASE for a form!

[jshorr]

The more I think about it, the more I think that the printed out rebate forms will work fine. Unless a company is total scum, they usually would at least give you a chance to correct an invalid rebate submission....accepting a printed out rebate form will be much easier for the Young America rebate center than sending out letters to everyone and then having everyone resubmit. I mean, stores run out of rebates, many times I recall stores (especially compusa & officemax) giving out photocopies of rebates because they ran out...

[MadFlava]

Hey anyone know were I can find the first Buffy for cheap. My local Circuit City is selling it for $23 and I think it's priced too high.

[ito]

You may be able to find the official rebate coupon at CompUSA
on their Rebate Rack. I found some in Columbus, OH, today.

[wubb]

Hey anyone know were I can find the first Buffy for cheap. My local Circuit City is selling it for $23 and I think it's priced too high.

You can get it used for $13.50 at ebgames.com

Cheap ass link
http://www.ebgames.com/ebx_assets/thumbnails/214830.gif (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=FKSJxY2VJAk&offerid=54879.114441262&type=10&subid=)

Use coupon code AFF25.

Not sure how you feel about ordering pre-owned but I've had pretty good results from eb so far.

[wubb]

Pre-Owned is back in stock $9 / $6.75 AC

28 left!

http://www.ebgames.com/ebx/product/234975.asp

[Smoke]

ordered it, thanks man :)

[cruzincontrol]

I got this game direct at my eb. So has anyone got response from rebate if its printed out from pdf? How else can I get a copy of rebate form? Do I ask at my EB or is it inside the Buffy game?

[magilacudy]

I got this game direct at my eb. So has anyone got response from rebate if its printed out from pdf? How else can I get a copy of rebate form? Do I ask at my EB or is it inside the Buffy game?

You can find the form at Best Buy, like I did. However I also sent a PDF form in but haven't heard anything yet. Theres nothing inside the Buffy game except the manual, game and trading card :)

[Smoke]

3 left as of now.

[The Cheapest Ass Gamer]

Well, I calle the number and spoke with a CSR named Louise, and she told me two important things:

1) They will not accept copied UPCs.

2) The limit of one rebate per household should be interpreted as "one $10 rebate per household," so you will probably need another address in order to get another $10 rebate.

[wubb]

Well, I calle the number and spoke with a CSR named Louise, and she told me two important things:

1) They will not accept copied UPCs.

I think most everyone assumed that. Thanks for the clarification on #2 (though that is also what I assumed.)

[redgopher]

Just got my copy of Buffy: Chaos Bleeds and Mace Griffin today. Buffy plays just like the older one that was released on Xbox only, although Chaos Bleeds has improved graphics. Willow's voice double is absolutely horrendous, but the others (which are the actual actors) sound just fine. Basically if you got a kick out of the first Buffy, you'll definitely enjoy CB.

As for Mace... well lets just say its really fucking boring. Pretty good graphics, awesome music, good sound.. but gameplay is really lacking. Henry Rollins can't act for shit, either.

[Smoke]

actually, Sarah Michelle Gellar didnt lend her voice in either. her voice double is very good though, i cant say the same for willow's :(

[turls]

That is NOT how the rebate form reads. Why does it say "original UPC code(s)". I've had some trouble with some Disney DVD rebates lately getting sent back on silly technicalities. I guess I can expect a screw job on this as well.

Well, I calle the number and spoke with a CSR named Louise, and she told me two important things:

1) They will not accept copied UPCs.

2) The limit of one rebate per household should be interpreted as "one $10 rebate per household," so you will probably need another address in order to get another $10 rebate.

[jshorr]

I have played the game a few times.....as a big follower of the show I know that Buffy's voice isn't her.....obviously willow sounds terrible....Xander, Spike, and Giles are real....not sure who else..


Just got my copy of Buffy: Chaos Bleeds and Mace Griffin today. Buffy plays just like the older one that was released on Xbox only, although Chaos Bleeds has improved graphics. Willow's voice double is absolutely horrendous, but the others (which are the actual actors) sound just fine. Basically if you got a kick out of the first Buffy, you'll definitely enjoy CB.

As for Mace... well lets just say its really f*#king boring. Pretty good graphics, awesome music, good sound.. but gameplay is really lacking. Henry Rollins can't act for shit, either.

[wubb]

Used is back in stock again. $9, $6.75 after AFF25

Only 1 left right now, so hurry!

Oh, and they've raised the price of the new version to $20.

[benjam138]

Anyone here anything about their rebate yet?

[benjam138]

If anyone still cares, I got my rebate the other day.

[jshorr]

I care, because I didn't get anything yet. Hopefully I will soon!

[MaxBiaggi3]

If anyone still cares, I got my rebate the other day.

I sent my rebate paperwork through the mail nearly a month ago, but I don't really expect to get a check in the mail. If it comes, I'll be thrilled, but I'm not really expecting to receive it. This game is well-worth $10 anyway, imo.

[jazzchamp]

If anyone still cares, I got my rebate the other day.

Same here.

Thanks to my fellow cheapasses :D

[jshorr]

Just got two of the rebates I had sent to different addresses...expecting to get the third soon.

Despite what it said on the form about the rebate not exceeding the price paid...the rebate was for the full $10....made a cool penny before taxes :)

[wubb]

Yeah, they generally don't sweat it being a penny less :lol:

If you haven't mailed yours out yet (like me) remember they must be postmarked by April 30th, so don't delay too much longer.

[redgopher]

Got my rebate today! Thanks again, Mr. Rhee! WOOOO!

[Dane]

got mine a while back--so it works

[hwong3]

Just got my rebate two days ago. I'm in NYC. I guess we all ended up making 1 cent on the deal, since we paid $9.99 with no tax a free shipping!

;)

[usickenme]

To update a dead topic.

I got my rebate as well today. Also of note; I used a .pdf rebate form I printed off my computer not the actual form. So for future reference, that works.

[Romeo]

Not a bad deal to get payed to get games. Nice find guys. :)