Sweet Home Chicago!

[ericbee99]

1000th reply. Wheeee.

Anyhoo, Chicagoans...with the news that Best Buy may be getting a whole heap of Wii...is anyone still going to camp for these things come November 19th? I'm thinking of rolling out to BB around 5am or so (Bolingbrook, IL store).

Anyone else?

[Prepster]

1000th reply. Wheeee.

Anyhoo, Chicagoans...with the news that Best Buy may be getting a whole heap of Wii...is anyone still going to camp for these things come November 19th? I'm thinking of rolling out to BB around 5am or so (Bolingbrook, IL store).

Anyone else?

Nah, I will try and get one once I get off work at 1pm and if that doesn't work then oh well. Only thing I plan on camping for is the ps3 but I am thinking I might have to wait about 48 straight hours if I wanna get myself one of those.

[Joon2324]

I'll probably be ps3 camping. not sure where yet. any thoughts?

[Esoul]

If you haven't heard yet, 1up reported that the Best Buy store in Butterfield RD, IL will be having a midnight PS3 launch. That is the only Illinois store (according to them) that will be having a midnight launch. I am still debating whether to go there or camp out in front of Target/Costco for one. Anyone else planning a PS3/Wii campout?

[Joon2324]

If you haven't heard yet, 1up reported that the Best Buy store in Butterfield RD, IL will be having a midnight PS3 launch. That is the only Illinois store (according to them) that will be having a midnight launch. I am still debating whether to go there or camp out in front of Target/Costco for one. Anyone else planning a PS3/Wii campout?

In that case I might head up to Libertyville or wherever that is. The campout for that store will probably start wicked early tho. Can anyone verify this?

[darkcloudinc]

Sup everyone, I'm from chicago and usually just lurk around the forum, but i'd liek to start contributing a lil more. I wouldve added a few import shops, but it seems that the only 2 i knew of, cyberzone games (near arlington heights) and highscore (around beverly in southside), have both closed down. There was a pretty awesome store on Harlem by the HIP that sells lots of older games, but i forgot the name.

anyone know of any import shops around? I hate having to order online all the time. Anyways, keep the peace.Taking from your name, you're looking for a japanese import shop. I believe there is an import shot on belmont and clark that moved from the mitsuwa mall a year or two ago. They have imports that is infered but not said so you'll have to ask.

When they were at Mitsuwa, my now ex used to request a lot of specialty orders directly from japan from them.

[Johnny Postman]

Taking from your name, you're looking for a japanese import shop. I believe there is an import shot on belmont and clark that moved from the mitsuwa mall a year or two ago. They have imports that is infered but not said so you'll have to ask.

When they were at Mitsuwa, my now ex used to request a lot of specialty orders directly from japan from them.

I'm pretty sure that import shop on Clark (north of Belmont) closed down (j1toy.com) and they only have the Arlington Heights store open now. Unless there's another one in the area I missed.

[Giygas]

nice. i might camp for a wii out at the bestbuy in evanston.
I might be there too, or possibly the one in Skokie.

[Prepster]

In that case I might head up to Libertyville or wherever that is. The campout for that store will probably start wicked early tho. Can anyone verify this?

Its always nuts at the store on butterfield. It is one of the best selling Best Buys around here. I am going to try and camp there, but if the line is massive, I know exactly where I am going to be camping :)

[darkcloudinc]

I'm pretty sure that import shop on Clark (north of Belmont) closed down (j1toy.com) and they only have the Arlington Heights store open now. Unless there's another one in the area I missed.I believe they're still alive. I passed by their store last saturday and they had stuff still in there.

[Joon2324]

Its always nuts at the store on butterfield. It is one of the best selling Best Buys around here. I am going to try and camp there, but if the line is massive, I know exactly where I am going to be camping :)

Turns out its the other butterfield in Downer's Grove. What time are you thinking about going out there? I'm guessing it'll have to be on wednesday, maybe in the afternoon.

[darkrage]

I believe they're still alive. I passed by their store last saturday and they had stuff still in there.


No, I live right there. Its gone and in its place is a trixie accessory shop now.

[nikkai]

So who's going to schaumberg? Any collaboration going on?

[ryosnk]

I was at the CC store in Skokie/Niles getting the new Transformers dvd and I noticed a Circuit city item book, it contains coupons on certain games (like Gears of war $5 off).

So whos getting a ps3, wii, or both?

I will be getting a Wii but until Christmas (thats what my wife said she will get me).

[purduealum91]

I plan on going to the CC in Schaumburg. Anyone else?

[Firefox90]

I have been compiling a list in the CC deal thread but I will start bouncing back and forth between the two.

Here is the list of guys from that thread going. I figured we could group up if everyone agrees. (Schaumberg)

1) Firefox90
2) tnote827
3) nikkai
4) zmonkay
5) fatboyinside
6) prepster
7) BGPu
8) Stry-ker
9) purduealum91
10) romeogbs19

[nikkai]

K, for me bad news, I have to do some work with patients, then take an exam before I head up. I seriously don't think I'll be there till 3pm.

What do you think? Can people save a spot, or would that piss everyone off really really badly?

[Firefox90]

Yeah that is why I am thinking if us CAGers can kind of band together. Maybe if we bring extra chairs, people will see them and assume we have a buddy coming or something. Any ideas anyone?

[rjarmstrong100]

You could very well bring numerous lawn chairs and camp out, and rotate people from the group in and out for bathroom breaks, wife aggro, work, getting food for the group, whatever. I've seen it done many times before. So you could probably get away with bringing extra chairs to make it look like those people were previously there.

[hopesfall]

You could very well bring numerous lawn chairs and camp out, and rotate people from the group in and out for bathroom breaks, wife aggro, work, getting food for the group, whatever. I've seen it done many times before. So you could probably get away with bringing extra chairs to make it look like those people were previously there.

Wife aggro - what a wonderful new term to add to my vocabulary. :D

[purduealum91]

Hey guys,

Does anyone know if any Costcos in the area will have Wii or PS3 bundles on launch day?

[c!ty]

http://www.consolecamp.com/

Thought this might be of service to those of you planning on camping for a console.

[nikkai]

Alright, if someone would kindly bring a chair for me, I'll bring lunch/dinner. =)

Seriously.

If we can some how plan the earliest group to get there and set up chairs, the rest of us come asap, that'd be great - that way, everyone gets one...

[Firefox90]

Alright how about everyone post their ETA for my list. From there, we can collaborate on some things.

1) Firefox90-ETA 3-3:30 p.m.
2) tnote827
3) nikkai
4) zmonkay
5) fatboyinside
6) prepster
7) BGPu
8) Stry-ker
9) purduealum91
10) romeogbs19

[Esoul]

Just got back from reserving another wii at TRU on Cicero (near Ford City mall). They still had 15 reserves left and there was only 3 people waiting in their cars to get one. These are going on ebay for 500-700 for just the system so it could potentially pay for a wii or ps3. Good luck next this week guys, I'll be at Costco for a ps3.

[newtype06]

anyone here who subscribed EGM for free using the various free links that were offered months ago? just wanna ask why is it always so long for my EGM to arrive here in chi-town while it's already out in diff. bookstores...

[malalrd]

I'm also interested in camping for CC in Schaumberg. Anyone know the details?
Such as what time they are allowing people to start camping etc.
I am taking thursday off from work! :-#

[ryosnk]

Hey, to the people who are camping out for the Wii or ps3, take some pics or video of your adventures in waiting in line, it will be cool checking them out. I havent done a launch event since the gamecube and dreamcast.

[Joon2324]

Hey guys,

Does anyone know if any Costcos in the area will have Wii or PS3 bundles on launch day?

apparently costco's allotment got cut short and they're going to have to use the ones they have to online orders. So no ps3 launch at costco. I was planning on going there too.

[Joon2324]

Are there any other reports of people already camping stores?

[nikkai]

Schumberg, no lines till opening tomorrow (Thursday)

People camping to camp.

Check the Denny's and other areas.... =P

[Joon2324]

Yeah at this point I'm probably gonna just call targets and walmarts, find the ones with the most launch systems, and drive by and check them out. My guess is the lines are too long everywhere already.

[malalrd]

This is insane! I might just not take the day off...:drool:

[mzbagel]

I've checked two walmarts in the near west suburbs. They'll open 7am, first come first served. So far no one waiting at either location. I'm wondering if you purchase in one of the less well off areas of the city if you'll have better luck finding a system. Any thoughts? CC and BB are definitely a waste of time unless you don't like sleeping.

[purduealum91]

Mzbagel,

Which walmarts were these?

[mzbagel]

Northlake and Villa Park.

Just FYI, the 24 hour stores will be selling starting at 12:01am.

[purduealum91]

yup, thanks..

Do you think it would be better to hit up a 7am store rather than a midnight store, if one can only start waiting around noonish tomorrow?

[Firefox90]

I am trying to compile a list for CC now.

Bloomingdale, 3125
340 West Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale, IL 60108 Details & directions

Downers Grove, 3112
2900 Highland Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 Details & directions-None

Naperville, 3121
460 South State Route 59, Naperville, IL 60540 Details & directions

Batavia, 3758
1980 West Fabyan Parkway, Batavia, IL 60510 Details & directions

Darien, 3116
2157 75th Street, Darien, IL 60561 Details & directions

Bolingbrook, 3790
111 South Weber Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60490 Details & directions

Schaumburg, 3111
1420 East Golf Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173 Details & directions-100+

Countryside, 4126
9950 Joliet Road, Countryside, IL 60525 Details & directions

[purduealum91]

Thanks Firefox.

[mzbagel]

purduealum91: I really don't know. I asked if they have any plan for line-ups and they said no, so it's up in the air whether it's worth getting there for an overnight camp. I'm considering just going around a half an hour ealier to see if anyone is waiting. For the most part, I think people are concentrating on the Best Buys and Circuit City's, so I'm hoping to get lucky.

[purduealum91]

Hmmm, will Sears be carrying any on launch day?

[purduealum91]

How about Microcenter?

[Firefox90]

I am calling some Targets and they are giving out general numbers. The one by me is 8+ and tickets handed out at 7:15. They said strong police prescense and lights everywhere. :twoguns:I am going to call before they close tomorrow to see if anyone is there and if not, I will get their early Friday morning before school.

BTW I talked to the manager.

If you guys could help out with the list of CCs, that would be great for everyone.

[newtype06]

anyone here from chi spotted Twilight Princess being sold already?

[Zmonkay]

I'm out from the Schaumberg list. It's gonna be hell trying to get one there. EVERYONE and there brother is gonna be there, and I have an exam tomorrow I can't miss. Also, scoped out the downtown Target....already 5 people in line as of 3:00 PM today.

[Damanthia]

I just got back from the two Schaumburg Targets - Woodfield and West Schaumburg. It looked like over 10 campers at each. Inside the Woodfield Target I heard the employees say there was already 6 PS3s in the back, with possibly a few more arriving tomorrow. So if anyone was trying for a Schaumburg Target wait - looks like all the PS3s are already gone. I will probably check out how Circuit City and Best Buy look when I go out later tonight.

[grendel19]

I stopped by the CC in Downers Grove tonight. There were already 4 guys camping there. I didn't bother asking how many units they're expecting in.

[purduealum91]

Well, Ive been calling a lot of local Walmarts. Each are getting 6! Thats it. everyone that is picking up the phone is stating, sorry, too late.

[purduealum91]

I just cant believe that this will be the first time I will ever be shut out of a console launch.

[mzbagel]

Yup, ditto on the 6 per Wal-Mart news. Just checked with the one in Northlake, IL. They have six guaranteed, but will give out vouchers to the next four people in line. There's already 15 people waiting at the Northlake location. My guess is if you don't have a pre-order and don't have time to camp then you're SOL.

Sony is going to lose the console war this generation and lose it HARD if they can't supply enough units into the next year. Combine their crazy ass price with the quality of games being released on the 360 and I'll be switching allegiance very shortly. I don't expect to see a PS3 sitting in my media cabinet for at least two years. Bad Sony, no cookie!

[purduealum91]

Yup Mzbagel. I just picked up a new PS2 Silver. Are all of them handing out vouchers?

[arthurtracy]

I gave up on the PS3, didn't have much interest in it at all (except for eBay profits)

What I'm worried about is the Wii... due to work and other circumstances I am not camping out, so earliest I can get to a store is 8am Sunday (unless my wife gets lucky at midnight at the Rolling Meadows Meijer's, but even then she just plans to get there @11:45pm).
Anyone else in the same boat? I'm just thinking of going to the Schaumberg TRU at 8am and see if I can get lucky there, then hit Wal-Mart on the way home.

[mzbagel]

As far as I know, each Wal-Mart is guaranteeing 10 people will be able to get PS3's by the end of the second shipment. What they told me is that they'll have 6 systems on hand, and will give out vouchers to the next 4 people and call them when the next shipment comes in. I guess it's better than nothing, but only 6 per store...ouch!

[jah_warrior28]

I didn't get to start camping any earlier then today at 10am due to having a test (damn priorities). Anyways, does anyone know a place doing a raffle or a late night line up, since that is now my only chance to get a launch PS3. I've been calling around in the northern suburbs, but most places are using lines.

[purduealum91]

I would like to know where all of my chi town brothers and sisters are? At this point, seriously, are we f'ed?

[mzbagel]

Yes, we're seriously fucked. I have tomorrow off from work too. I guess I'll spend my day playing PS2 and pretend it's next gen ;)

[purduealum91]

Mzbagel, maybe we can play together, lol. hey, by the way, how do you get that Shaqfu symbol?

[Firefox90]

Yeah I think we are fucked. My local little Target already has 6 people so that is done. RAWR!!! :censored:

[Joon2324]

Mzbagel, maybe we can play together, lol. hey, by the way, how do you get that Shaqfu symbol?

just say fuck

[BGPu]

Drove around for 4 or 5 hours. Figured every unit was accounted for so I gave up.

I was in line at the Downers Grove best Buy for almost 2 hours. Moved on when the manager came out to tell us how many they were expecting

[Damanthia]

If anyone wants to see what Schaumburg looked like this morning - http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=115425. All stores had more campers than systems. I'm going back to the Circuit City midnight launch thing tonight. They're giving away 5. Might be the best bet in the northwest suburbs.

[mzbagel]

Wow...people are crazy. Someone should have called the cops to bust all those kids breaking curfew ;) So did anyone get lucky? I was tempted to hit Wal-Mart this morning but after talking to the stores yesterday I got pretty pissed and gave up. One store had no line but "all the units are spoken for". WTF does that mean?

Villa Park Wal-Mart = Just say no!

[BGPu]

Came home. Waited for alleged bundles to go up online. Gave up on that.

PlayAsia's getting my money. Better than shelling out to some hoarder on eBay.

[ryosnk]

So to the people who were able to get a ps3, how is it and how was it waiting in line?

[Esoul]

Well, I'm back from camping out at the Bedford Park CC (near Ford City mall).
I started waiting around 7:30 PM on wednesday. I went with a friend and my brother. They had 16 of the 60 gig systems and they were all taken by 9 PM wednesday. There was a break-in over night at around 2:30 AM this morning and one of the store managers and an employee got arrested. Safe to assume they were going for the PS3's but the cops didn't say what they were trying to steal. They were taken away in cop cars empty handed.

It was painfully cold waiting those two nights and I am never as prepared as I think I'm going to be. I had a portable heater that uses D batteries and small propane bottles so that really helped. They wouldn't allow tents any bigger than the kiddie tents. I had to take mine down and ended up using a tarp over some lawn chairs.

This morning I passed out the 40 off 200 coupons to some cool people I met in line and to my surprise, it actually worked. It was about 607 total after coupon. I didn't pick up any games but I will likely get Resistance and possibly Ridge Racer later tonight.

Sucks that we have to go through this kind of experience just to get a system.

[purduealum91]

Finally, I was able to get one of gamestop's 20GB bundles this evening. Even though I didnt wait outside, I felt like I got hit by a truck today. Kept getting screwed left and right.. samsclub, costco, kbtoys,...

[newtype06]

so... anyone here camping for the wii?

[BGPu]

Don't know if I'm camping for the Wii, but I'll definitely try to get to a store bright & early.

[baddtm]

http://www1.toysrus.com/our/tru/prom/2006wii/index.cfm
45 Orland Square Dr., Orland Park, IL 60462 Illinois

This TRU has a midnight lauch for Wii, but I don't know how many.

[ryosnk]

Does any toy r us store still have any xbox live kits for $12?

[ToRoE]

Does any toy r us store still have any xbox live kits for $12?


You must be refering to a 3 month kit, yes? not familiar with that.

I just bought 1 year card for $35. just do a price search, on-line. the code is e-mailed, so no shipping.

[SamuraiGG]

Hey folks, I'm living in the southwest suburbs and looking for a Wii. If any of you guys see new shipments let me know!

[mzbagel]

SamuraiGG, I'm hitting Target in Warrenville over lunch. If I see one I'll let you know. Maybe I'll find a PS3 while I'm at it. What was I going to buy again...oh yeah, Christmas Lights... :)

[SamuraiGG]

Called the Target in Tinley Park and they haven't had any in since last Sunday, and the lady didn't know anything about the next shipment.

[mzbagel]

No luck at the Target in Warrenville. They had signs posted up that they're sold out until next shipment which may not be until after Jan 1st.

[ryosnk]

Would anyone know when stores might get some Wii's in stock?

[Xellos2099]

Hi, I am fro Chicago area as well. For pst week and a half been trying to fidn a wii but no luck so far. Any sighting of them in Chicago area?

[ryosnk]

First big snow fall for Chicago.

[chicagoz]

I hate cleaning off the car after it snowed a couple inches :(

[ryosnk]

I hate cleaning off the car after it snowed a couple inches :(


That why I take the bus sometimes because where I work the street plowers always trap my car with more snow. Also, welcome to cag and to the chicago thread.

[swissx1]

Hi, I am fro Chicago area as well. For pst week and a half been trying to fidn a wii but no luck so far. Any sighting of them in Chicago area?

Found one at Target today.

[swissx1]

Hey folks, I'm living in the southwest suburbs and looking for a Wii. If any of you guys see new shipments let me know!


Well If live near courtyside. Target have 12 of them about 30 mins ago.

[swissx1]

No luck at the Target in Warrenville. They had signs posted up that they're sold out until next shipment which may not be until after Jan 1st.

These knuckleheads at the store dont know much I would never depend on them. One dumba$$ at Target said the next shipment of Wii would not come until March. Like the people from Nintendo and Sony called him and told him that. It must be March because Target got some in and Gamestop got the PS3 in stock. They have them up until 8 pm last night.

[Xellos2099]

I call the target in donwtown area, no luck.

[BGPu]

The Fry's out in Downers Grove has plenty of PS3 memory card adapters if anyone is looking for one.

[chicagoz]

Has anyone found a Chicagoland Wal-Mart that carries HD-DVDs? I live down the street from the North/Grand Av location and been to the Touhy location and didn't see any at either one... :cry:

Also, welcome to cag and to the chicago thread.

Thanks!

[darkrage]

Hey Guys, I dont know if anyone is interested...but I pre-ordered a PS3 at gamestop. I picked it up, and its been sitting on my table ever since. I just don't have any time to play it between all the 360 games and work. I thought maybe one of my people here would want a shot at it before I just ebay it.

[bobo2k4]

Hey Guys, I dont know if anyone is interested...but I pre-ordered a PS3 at gamestop. I picked it up, and its been sitting on my table ever since. I just don't have any time to play it between all the 360 games and work. I thought maybe one of my people here would want a shot at it before I just ebay it.


Which verison is it? What price were you thinking about?

[mzbagel]

Folks, my brother in law just let me know that he was able to snag a PS3. He bought it on a whim and isn't sure if he'll keep it. It's a 20GB version. If anyone is interested, he might be willing to sell it with local pickup. PM me if you're interested and I can keep you posted on whether he'll be selling and give more details.

[gerharz]

Any wii updates for Chicago?

I tried EB/GS yesterday, but folks were already in line for systems before the store(s) opened.

[darkrage]

Which verison is it? What price were you thinking about?


Its the 60 gig. Iv really been debating letting it go since I got it. I should be really jazzed to have it, but Iv already been spending an insane amount of time with my xbox, and Im not sure its good for me to have another system around.

I was thinking between 900-1000. Where do you live in Chi? we could meet up.

[bobo2k4]

Its the 60 gig. Iv really been debating letting it go since I got it. I should be really jazzed to have it, but Iv already been spending an insane amount of time with my xbox, and Im not sure its good for me to have another system around.

I was thinking between 900-1000. Where do you live in Chi? we could meet up.

Way outa my price range. :cry:
I suggest ebay it now before the holidays are over. Just pick up another one when the stores restock, there really isn't much to play on the ps3 right now.


I also have been hitting my GoW hard lately hard to put that sucker down.
We should have a Chicago match-up.

[mzbagel]

I also have been hitting my GoW hard lately hard to put that sucker down.
We should have a Chicago match-up.

Sounds like a plan. I'm waiting for my Vision Gold Live kit to arrive. Let's round some folks up for some matches.

[ryosnk]

I'm in for some gow action. My gamertag is snkryo.

[mzbagel]

Folks, my brother in law just let me know that he was able to snag a PS3. He bought it on a whim and isn't sure if he'll keep it. It's a 20GB version. If anyone is interested, he might be willing to sell it with local pickup. PM me if you're interested and I can keep you posted on whether he'll be selling and give more details.

Ok, just got the details from my bro-in-law. He's got a 20GB PS3, New in Box with receipt. He'll let it go for $650 cash for pickup in the Norridge area. Receipt will be provided for warranty purposes. If anyone is interested, PM me and I can set it up. He sent me some photos, so if anyone is interested I can email the shots.

[mzbagel]

I'm in for some gow action. My gamertag is snkryo.

Sent you a request to add to friends list :) My tag is fReaKstah

[D_Icon]

Does anyone know of any places in or near Chi-town to go off-roading?

[bobo2k4]

Sounds like a plan. I'm waiting for my Vision Gold Live kit to arrive. Let's round some folks up for some matches.


I'm always up for a game. tag is bobo2k4

[mzbagel]

I'm always up for a game. tag is bobo2k4

Added you to my list, my tag is fReaKstah

:)

[grandjedi6]

Does anyone know of any places in or near Chi-town to go off-roading?

Not exactly on topic :lol:

[ryosnk]

Where have you been able to get your wii or ps3 at?

[mzbagel]

My brother-in-law got his at Best Buy. He got tipped off by the UPS driver that was handling the delivery :)

[bobo2k4]

Anyone looking for DS lites?
The Gamestop on canal and roosevelt said they got some black and white ones but no pink ones. I might pick one up.

[briansraregames]

Just wanted to let you guys know: I was in the area yesterday and the EB/GS in Orland Square Mall and the EB/GS on 159th and La Grange is doing a buy 2 used get 1 free sale right now. Not sure how long it's running so if you're in the area check it out soon.

[D_Icon]

I think all GS/EB will have that special,buy 2 get 1 free, this Sunday. Some employee told me.

[chicagoz]

Anyone seen any Best Buy Gamer Gift Cards anywhere on the north side of Chicago?

[ryosnk]

Anyone seen any Best Buy Gamer Gift Cards anywhere on the north side of Chicago?

I have seen a few at the norridge hip mall bb and the one at golf mill.

[Esoul]

i just bought a bunch from the bb on clark. they had plenty left.

[chicagoz]

Thanks for the info all.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone!

[dpac]

Like I said in the EB/GS After X-mas Sale thread, there are Wiimotes in stock at the EB in Lincoln Village. Call 'em to hold one if you're in need and in the area. I held off to get my second controller with Wii Play in the new year, but if yer desperate, this might be the way to go right now (more nunchuks at the Best Buy on Howard):

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2514523&postcount=163

--Dan

[ryosnk]

Thanks for the info all.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone!


Thanks and to you too.

[Chimax96]

hello.

[ryosnk]

Has anyone seen cheap hd-dvd movies at any target store?

Also, hi Chimax96.

[WeaponX2099]

Only that Russell Crowe Movie everyone in the Target clearance threads talked about.

[ryosnk]

Anyone get any good games from the toys r us sale?

Would anyone have an extra copy or can get a copy of these games?

Zelda Minish Cap
WarioWare Twisted
Castlevania DoS
Odama
Samurai Champloo
Capcom Classics Collection Vol 1

xbox 360: Tomb Raider Legend

[Blackout]

Was anyone able to get XMEN LEGENDS 2 PSP or Samurai Warriors SoW here in Chicago? I went to the one by Lane Tech Tuesday and they didn't have any. The guy said they would be restocking soon. Anyone have any luck also with any DS games in the area?

[chicagoz]

I took full advantage of the recent Toys R Us and Kmart clearance deals. My haul included:

From Kmart (3443 W Addison):
Feel the Magic DS ($3)
Animal Crossing Wild World DS ($9)
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance ($10)
Gunstar Super Heroes GBA ($10)
Advanced Wars DS ($9)
Trace Memory DS ($9)
Jade Empire Regular Edition Xbox ($10)
Psychonauts Xbox ($10)

Toys R Us (Western Ave., Chicago):
Atelier Iris 2 PS2 ($9.98)
Baitan Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean with CD Soundtrack GC ($5.20)

Toys R Us (Niles, IL):
Grandia 3 PS2 ($9.98)
Enchanted Arms X360 ($19.98...this was the only TRU that had this game for this price)

Toys R Us (Melrose Park, IL):
Steambot Chronicles PS2 ($9.98)
Gradius Collection PSP ($9.98)
Phantom Dust Xbox ($3.50)

Toys R Us (North Riverside, IL):
Grandia 3 ($9.98)

I probably would have gotten a few more that I saw (FFIV GBA, Metroid Pinball DS, Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth, Drill Dozer) but I ran out of money.

[crewj]

I took full advantage of the recent Toys R Us and Kmart clearance deals. My haul included:

From Kmart (3443 W Addison):
Feel the Magic DS ($3)
Animal Crossing Wild World DS ($9)
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance ($10)
Gunstar Super Heroes GBA ($10)
Advanced Wars DS ($9)
Trace Memory DS ($9)
Jade Empire Regular Edition Xbox ($10)
Psychonauts Xbox ($10)

Toys R Us (Western Ave., Chicago):
Atelier Iris 2 PS2 ($9.98)
Baitan Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean with CD Soundtrack GC ($5.20)

Toys R Us (Niles, IL):
Grandia 3 PS2 ($9.98)
Enchanted Arms X360 ($19.98...this was the only TRU that had this game for this price)

Toys R Us (Melrose Park, IL):
Steambot Chronicles PS2 ($9.98)
Gradius Collection PSP ($9.98)
Phantom Dust Xbox ($3.50)

Toys R Us (North Riverside, IL):
Grandia 3 ($9.98)

I probably would have gotten a few more that I saw (FFIV GBA, Metroid Pinball DS, Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth, Drill Dozer) but I ran out of money.

wow... that's quite a haul! great finds!

[crewj]

Was anyone able to get XMEN LEGENDS 2 PSP or Samurai Warriors SoW here in Chicago? I went to the one by Lane Tech Tuesday and they didn't have any. The guy said they would be restocking soon. Anyone have any luck also with any DS games in the area?

i was looking for the same games! HA!

i did see deep labrynth at one time and that was it. looks like chicagoz got some ds games.

[Blackout]

I took full advantage of the recent Toys R Us and Kmart clearance deals. My haul included:

From Kmart (3443 W Addison):
Feel the Magic DS ($3)
Animal Crossing Wild World DS ($9)
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance ($10)
Gunstar Super Heroes GBA ($10)
Advanced Wars DS ($9)
Trace Memory DS ($9)
Jade Empire Regular Edition Xbox ($10)
Psychonauts Xbox ($10)

Toys R Us (Western Ave., Chicago):
Atelier Iris 2 PS2 ($9.98)
Baitan Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean with CD Soundtrack GC ($5.20)

Toys R Us (Niles, IL):
Grandia 3 PS2 ($9.98)
Enchanted Arms X360 ($19.98...this was the only TRU that had this game for this price)

Toys R Us (Melrose Park, IL):
Steambot Chronicles PS2 ($9.98)
Gradius Collection PSP ($9.98)
Phantom Dust Xbox ($3.50)

Toys R Us (North Riverside, IL):
Grandia 3 ($9.98)

I probably would have gotten a few more that I saw (FFIV GBA, Metroid Pinball DS, Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth, Drill Dozer) but I ran out of money.

you had luck at the Addison KMART? Was there any other stuff left? I went there one time to pick up metroid, I asked the guy to scan the price and he showed me the sticker price...itwas supposed to be marked down. I have had problems getting games like that there. Just wanted to know if there was anything good there left.

[chicagoz]

I had a problem with game prices at the Addison Ave Kmart, also.

One of the guys that works at the electronics section was really nice. I asked for help at the videogame case and he instantly grabbed his bar scan gun. I saw what I think was the only copy of Advanced Wars DS and Trace Memory. Trace Memory wasn't even in the system, so he sold it to me for the same price as Advance Wars ($9). Also got Psychonauts for Xbox, which I've been looking all over for (and waiting for a price drop). That scanned item not found, also. So he sold that to me for the same price as the Jade Empire that I was buying at the same time ($10). I saw Animal Crossing DS and Feel the Magic DS (only 1 left of each that I saw) during this first clearance pillaging but decided not to buy them.

The next day, I changed my mind and went back for them (if they still had them). Lucky for me, they still were there so I grabbed them. I think I may have been responsible for cleaning them out of a few of the most wanted DS clearance games. Sorry to all that went there after I was finished with it.

[Blackout]

I had a problem with game prices at the Addison Ave Kmart, also.

One of the guys that works at the electronics section was really nice. I asked for help at the videogame case and he instantly grabbed his bar scan gun. I saw what I think was the only copy of Advanced Wars DS and Trace Memory. Trace Memory wasn't even in the system, so he sold it to me for the same price as Advance Wars ($9). Also got Psychonauts for Xbox, which I've been looking all over for (and waiting for a price drop). That scanned item not found, also. So he sold that to me for the same price as the Jade Empire that I was buying at the same time ($10). I saw Animal Crossing DS and Feel the Magic DS (only left of each that I saw) during this first clearance pillaging but decided not to buy them.

The next day, I changed my mind and went back for them (if they still had them). Lucky for me, they still were there so I grabbed them. I think I may have been responsible for cleaning them out of a few of the most wanted DS clearance games. Sorry to all that went there after I was finished with it.

I had gone there during the su mmer and there was nothing. I went there in November and I noticed a lot of PSP games had marked down stickers, but they were still in the 20 dollar range. Were these still there? Nice finds on the games though.

[dpac]

...I saw what I think was the only copy of Advanced Wars DS and Trace Memory. Trace Memory wasn't even in the system, so he sold it to me for the same price as Advance Wars ($9).
...
I think I may have been responsible for cleaning them out of a few of the most wanted DS clearance games. Sorry to all that went there after I was finished with it.Heheh, I guess that's why I couldn't find Advance Wars (for a friend) by calling today! :D But, yeah... I wouldn't have even known to call had you not reported finding/buying them in the first place, so thanks for reporting... and congrats on the find.

[chicagoz]

I had gone there during the su mmer and there was nothing. I went there in November and I noticed a lot of PSP games had marked down stickers, but they were still in the 20 dollar range. Were these still there? Nice finds on the games though.

I only PSP game I was looking for was Darkstalkers but I didn't see it, so I can't really answer that for you. All the PSP games were either unmarked or had $39.99 price tags on them.

[Thoren]

Hey fellow chitown homies. Anyone see any Jade Empire LE's around TRU's? I went to the one on Western by Lane Tech and they were picked clean.

[dpac]

Hey fellow chitown homies. Anyone see any Jade Empire LE's around TRU's? I went to the one on Western by Lane Tech and they were picked clean.Well, if anyone can still find a Donkey Konga (or 2, that is... DK2), please let me know. Need more drum-based games!

[dpac]

After skipping the mad rush to purchase (and pre-purchase) games at TRU last week, I decided to stop by where I could to find a few bargains where they might be had this afternoon.

First stop: the Circuit City on Elston. Initially tempted by the less-than-$40 Zelda for the Wii, I tore myself away (even with my Gamer Gift Card coupon) to grab the really cheap (and advertised) stuff I came for -- Space Channel 5 Special Edition for the PS2 for $4.99 and a Few Good Men on DVD for $3.99. Mission accomplished.

Next stop: the Toys "R" Us on Western. Went to see what diamonds in the rough might have been skipped over. Quickly found what might have been the store's last copy of $19.99 (regular-priced) Phoenix Wright for the DS, so, of course, I had to get it. The helpful sales associate also went in the back to see if they had Donkey Konga 2 (sorry, no go, but there are still a handful of DK1 bundle's still around for $20) and showed me the WarioWare Twisteds sitting in the bottom of the locked case behind the counter. I picked up one for myself and left the other two for other desperate CAGs out there.

Would've been nice to find another Advance Wars DS or Karaoke Revolution Party (the mic bundle would have been even better) for the PS2, but it wasn't meant to be. There were, however, a few KRP bundles for the Xbox, so my question becomes: "Does the bundled Xbox mic work with the PS2/3, meaning, is the Xbox version also USB?" Maybe I'll have to go back and pick this bad boy up if it is. For others still heading out there, there were a few Drill Dozers for the GBA left as well as multiple copies of Polarium for the DS, and Metal Gear Acid 2 and Valkyrie Profile Lenneth for the PSP. At least single copies of Point Blank and Lost Magic were there, too. DDR Extreme looked to still be in stock for the PS2, but there weren't any Castlevanias for the DS, folks.

All in all, I kept my spending down to just over $40 today. For my wallet's sake, I'm glad I managed to practice a little restraint. If anyone out there's willing to part with a Donkey Konga 2, however, I think I can head out there one more time tomorrow. ;)

Hope you don't mind me sharin',
Dan

[chicagoz]

Wow. the TRU on Western had Twisted? It must have been hidden underneath some other games....When I first did all my shopping during these clearances, I wasn't looking for that game. But now that I read on CAG that everyone is looking for it, I kinda want one now.

But I'll have to go to another TRU since you hit the Western Ave one. Guess I'll go to the one with the $19.98 Enchanted Arms and see if it's still that price, also. TRU open on New Year's Day?

Oh, and Happy New Year everyone!!!!!

[Blackout]

HAHAHA, anyone see channel 7, some girl was going to flash the camera and the guy quickly covered her, but she had happy new years on her shirt, LOL.

[chicagoz]

HAHAHA, anyone see channel 7, some girl was going to flash the camera and the guy quickly covered her, but she had happy new years on her shirt, LOL.

I saw that, too! We almost got some free porn! LOL I'm drunk

[Blackout]

I saw that, too! We almost got some free porn! LOL I'm drunk

Good stuff! I was at a friends house last night. Around 1030 a house was on fire across the street(you could only see smoke) but there was like 8 firetrucks, bunchof cops, and 2-3 ambulances on the scene.

then later in the night I heard a loud crash outside. I ran out, turns out a parked car got rammed from the back and the guy who did it drove off. Crazy stuff.

[chicagoz]

Anyone looking for a bundleless PS3? I just came back from Wal-Mart at North Ave. and Grand Ave., and they had about 6 PS3's in the glass case. I think 4 were 60 GB, and 2 were 20 GB as of 4:45 pm.

[dpac]

Wow. the TRU on Western had Twisted? It must have been hidden underneath some other games....When I first did all my shopping during these clearances, I wasn't looking for that game. But now that I read on CAG that everyone is looking for it, I kinda want one now.

But I'll have to go to another TRU since you hit the Western Ave one....
Just to clarify what I said earlier, no one else bought the other two Twisteds while I was there Sunday; what I meant to say was that I left them unbought for other CAGs in the area who might want 'em later. Maybe try calling the store now and see if they're still in stock (in the case)? Low chance, I know, but maybe...?

Oh, and thanks for the PS3 stock report, chicagoz. Some CAGs might be interested in picking up the bundles tonight. (Though not me right now.) Happy New Year, everyone!

--Dan

[Saraquael]

Was anyone able to get XMEN LEGENDS 2 PSP or Samurai Warriors SoW here in Chicago? I went to the one by Lane Tech Tuesday and they didn't have any. The guy said they would be restocking soon. Anyone have any luck also with any DS games in the area?

I managed to get a copy of X-men Legends at the Toys R Us outside Orland Square.

Oh, most of their games have been cleaned out, but they still had TONS of Samurai Warriors when I was last there. Not sure if they got bought this weekend though.

[chicagoz]

Just to clarify what I said earlier, no one else bought the other two Twisteds while I was there Sunday; what I meant to say was that I left them unbought for other CAGs in the area who might want 'em later. Maybe try calling the store now and see if they're still in stock (in the case)? Low chance, I know, but maybe...?
--Dan

I went to the Western Ave TRU and low-and-behold, they still had the two Warioware Twisted there in the case! I was going to buy both of them, but since you didn't let greed take over, I decided to do the same. There's one Twisted left at the store as of 5:40 pm today (Tuesday). Also picked up a Kameo strategy guide there for .01 cents. They still had Quake 4 and Black guides there for .01 cents if anyone's interested in picking those up.

I also hit the Milwaukee Ave. TRU again to pick up another copy of Enchanted Arms for another CAG. They still had about 3 left for $19.98 each. I picked up 2 Rub Rabbits for $9.98 each. They have about 3 left of that title, as well. One was hidden behind a different DS game, tho. They also have 1 Tower SP and a couple Sigma Star Saga , too.

[dpac]

I went to the Western Ave TRU and low-and-behold, they still had the two Warioware Twisted there in the case! I was going to buy both of them, but since you didn't let greed take over, I decided to do the same. There's one Twisted left at the store as of 5:40 pm today (Tuesday). Also picked up a Kameo strategy guide there for .01 cents. They still had Quake 4 and Black guides there for .01 cents if anyone's interested in picking those up.

I also hit the Milwaukee Ave. TRU again to pick up another copy of Enchanted Arms for another CAG. They still had about 3 left for $19.98 each. I picked up 2 Rub Rabbits for $9.98 each. They have about 3 left of that title, as well. One was hidden behind a different DS game, tho. They also have 1 Tower SP and a couple Sigma Star Saga , too.
I totally respect your restraint in leaving some WarioWare for others, chicagoz; it helps me believe that local-area CAGs still look out for one another.

While I might be done in the game-buying department for a few weeks (I hope!), it's nice to know that $20 360 games are still around -- even if they are of the price-glitch variety. I should hold off on buying Rub Rabbits unless I actually finish Feel the Magic, but that pennied Black strategy guide does sound tempting... especially as I just bought -- and received -- the game for ten dollars from Circuit City(.com)! Thanks for the heads-up, man... and I hope someone who could use those games gets 'em. :D

[chicagoz]

Thanks for the good words, dpac.

I also had some bad luck today. While I was at the Milwaukee Ave. TRU I tried to get a Kameo and Gran Turismo 4 guide that were both pennied out but the supervisor was working the department by herself. I kept waiting for her to get replaced or go on break, etc. so I can get the guides. After waiting for so long, I had to go for it. I asked for price checks on them. As soon as she saw that they rung up for .01 cents, she immediately said she couldn't sell them and had to pull them all from the shelf :(

I guess you have to get the peeny guides with just regular workers running the registers...or even better, no where near the department.

If you don't see any penny guides at that location, it's my fault. Sorry.

[dpac]

Thanks for the good words, dpac.
You're very welcome, cz. :)
If you don't see any penny guides at that location, it's my fault. Sorry.
No problem, dude... getting penny guides is never a sure thing, anyway, so it's always a pleasant surprise when I manage to snag one. It's just helpful to know where *not* to look for certain guides in the future. ;) Thanks for the info, though, regardless.

[aduckie]

Hey guys. Lookin' for a Wii, anyone find any?

[chicagoz]

Hey guys. Lookin' for a Wii, anyone find any?

I've been to alot of stores in the past 2 weeks and I've yet to see another Wii. Sorry.

[aduckie]

That's cool, I'll be on the look-out for one.

Guy at Best Buy says they will be in this week, though.

[Blackout]

I managed to get a copy of X-men Legends at the Toys R Us outside Orland Square.

Oh, most of their games have been cleaned out, but they still had TONS of Samurai Warriors when I was last there. Not sure if they got bought this weekend though.

Where would that be at? Toys R us' store locator thing isn't working. Sorry I'm horrible at places and streets names, LOL.

[dpac]

I also had some bad luck today. While I was at the Milwaukee Ave. TRU I tried to get a Kameo and Gran Turismo 4 guide that were both pennied out but the supervisor was working the department by herself. I kept waiting for her to get replaced or go on break, etc. so I can get the guides. After waiting for so long, I had to go for it. I asked for price checks on them. As soon as she saw that they rung up for .01 cents, she immediately said she couldn't sell them and had to pull them all from the shelf :(

I guess you have to get the peeny guides with just regular workers running the registers...or even better, no where near the department.
Tried to pick up a few penny guides at the TRU on Western today, as I was back in the area to run some errands. I wanted to buy guides for Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, BLACK, Half-Life 2, and Yoshi's Island, but was denied on the ones that were actually pennied (two were and two weren't, can't remember which right now). The "R" Zone cashier simply placed the pennied ones aside behind the counter and told me she couldn't sell them to me. Ouch. At least I'm not much of a guide guy, so no big loss.

As far as games were concerned, I was tempted by the PS2 version of Karaoke Revolution Party, which goes for $9.99, but decided to hold off unless I can find a $19.99 version with the bundled mic. Drill Dozer and Sigma Star Saga hung around for the GBA, as did Polarium Advance, that single copy of WarioWare Twisted in lock-up, and a Lost Magic (DS) as well. Actually glad I could walk out of there without spending anything, as I put the full-price guides back after checking 'em out. Good luck, all.

[chicagoz]

Sorry about your penny guide fiasco. And I'm kinda suprised Warioware Twisted is still there!

[MSA]

I didn't want to start a new topic and I apologize if I am hi-jacking a current topic.
Does any Chicago area CAG's know how often Fry's put out ads and where they can be found?

The last time I looked they use to have a Friday Color Ad in the Sun-Times. Did they change? I live in the far north suburbs and would like to take a road trip out there.

Thank you to all!!

[dpac]

Sorry about your penny guide fiasco. And I'm kinda suprised Warioware Twisted is still there!
I'm kinda surprised, too, but I guess not everyone knew it was down there (locked away from the rest of the GBA section, as it were). With the soaring popularity of the DS, people might also be less inclined to pick up GBA games than games "native" to the DS. I hate to admit it, but that probably factored in even a little bit to my reluctance to pick up Drill Dozer or Polarium, both inexpensive games that were fairly well reviewed for the GBA. Bring out another Tactics game for the little Advance, though, and I'll be there with money in hand, no questions asked. :)

(A belated) Happy New Year,
Dan

[chicagoz]

Does any Chicago area CAG's know how often Fry's put out ads and where they can be found?

The last time I looked they use to have a Friday Color Ad in the Sun-Times. Did they change?

Good question! I'd like to know this, also.

[Johnny Postman]

Good question! I'd like to know this, also.

They still have the Friday Ad but they switched over to the Tribune. I think they also have a smaller ad (not a separate pullout) on Wed that covers just Wed/Thurs - Will have to check on this though.

[ryosnk]

I was just at the hip mall and the suncoast was not their anymore. Are their any suncoast still in the city?
Also the gamers paradise in the hip mall still have a few zelda (gamecube editions) in stock. And the target in the same mall have a few capcom collection 2 still in stock for $10 (games a decent) for the ps2.

[Blackout]

I was just at the hip mall and the suncoast was not their anymore. Are their any suncoast still in the city?
Also the gamers paradise in the hip mall still have a few zelda (gamecube editions) in stock. And the target in the same mall have a few capcom collection 2 still in stock for $10 (games a decent) for the ps2.

Gamers paradise..is that a new store? I haven't been to the HIP in ages. Do they have any good stuff?

Sucks about suncoast, the place sucked though. DVD prices were kind of high.

[chicagoz]

I agree that suncoast did have bad prices on DVD's but they did have some interesting other stuff for sale there. I was at the HIP about 2 weeks (?) before Christmas and Suncoast was there. Maybe they moved to a different part of the mall?

Also, I was just at Fry's today and they finally had The Warriors for Xbox marked down to $9.99. I bought 2 of the 3 they had left on the shelf. So if anyone's interested, head on down there. They also had The Bard's Tale for PS2 for $8 (Limit 1).

[ryosnk]

Gamers paradise..is that a new store? I haven't been to the HIP in ages. Do they have any good stuff?

Sucks about suncoast, the place sucked though. DVD prices were kind of high.



Gamers paradise has a few video games, board games, and role playing games in stock.


GO BEARS!

[aduckie]

Any Wii yet guys... My birthday is on the 12th and I really need to find one... :(

EDIT: I called Target in Evanston and they said they havn't gotten a Wii shipment in 4 weeks.

[BGPu]

They still have the Friday Ad but they switched over to the Tribune. I think they also have a smaller ad (not a separate pullout) on Wed that covers just Wed/Thurs - Will have to check on this though.

I think it's in the Trib every day, either on the back of the Business section or Metro section, except for the 4 page insert of Fridays

[bortle]

10 60gb PS3s at the Clark Street Best Buy spotted today, no Wiis. The clerk said they haven't had people lining up for them either, might be a good store to hit for the rumored Jan 21st shipment.

[chicagoz]

I've seen lots of PS3s recently, but no Wiis.

[newtype06]

i'm looking for any of the Donkey Konga games but no luck in that GS near my place. anybody here spotted them at least?

[Blackout]

Has anyone spotted Resident Evil Dead Aim anywhere in Chicago?

[dpac]

i'm looking for any of the Donkey Konga games but no luck in that GS near my place. anybody here spotted them at least?
Have you tried the GameCube section of the Toys "R" Us on Western Ave.? I remember seeing the Donkey Konga 1 bundles for $20 each there, unfortunately not on clearance. (Those were the DK2 bundles for $10, I believe.) Oh, and if anyone finds the DK (non-Jungle Beat) games on the cheap, I'd be interested in them, too.

[c!ty]

If anyone is interested in PS3's. The Best Buy on Elston near Ashland had 10 60 GB today.
No Wii's though.
Makes me think I made the right choice in November. Haha.

[aduckie]

Damn, I guess I won't be getting a Wii on my birthday then. The ones on eBay are very pricey and I cannot afford that.

Resident Evil Dead Aim should be at GameCrazy on Clark. Try calling them before going though.

[cableshaft]

i'm looking for any of the Donkey Konga games but no luck in that GS near my place. anybody here spotted them at least?

I just spotted a couple copies in Fry's in Downers Grove a couple days ago, but I didn't register the price at all, since I was only mildly curious.

[ryosnk]

Has anyone gone to any walmart and notice wwe (wrestling) dvds at $4-10 each? If so, which store(s)?


http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2562797#post2562797

[Blackout]

Damn, I guess I won't be getting a Wii on my birthday then. The ones on eBay are very pricey and I cannot afford that.

Resident Evil Dead Aim should be at GameCrazy on Clark. Try calling them before going though.

Ok cool. When is the last time you were there? I remember the last time I saw it at my local crazy(couple years ago) it was marked 13 dollars. They haven't done the whole Gamestop jack the price up thing have they?

[likeaphoenixignition]

The Wal-Mart out in Round Lake Area has Gears of War on sale for 48.60, Xbox 360 is $380, and Prey CE is 29.99

[aduckie]

Ok cool. When is the last time you were there? I remember the last time I saw it at my local crazy(couple years ago) it was marked 13 dollars. They haven't done the whole Gamestop jack the price up thing have they?

I've been there 1 week ago, and they had about 3 copies.

I don't remember the price, only saw the cases.

[ryosnk]

Anyone want to play some gow today?

[cuu]

Hello hello =D

Just figured I'd say hey to fellow chicago folk.

Haven't found any great deals lately... sadly. Looked around at our Kmarts a bit, seems like people cleared them out already. Got Wind Waker for $8 and Donkey Konga 2 for $3.50 though, so I guess that's good.

Looking for Bongos, as I have none, so I can't play Konga 2. Are any gamestop in the west-suburb area selling them for the $5 they have them online? The ones (broadview and berwyn) I've checked are telling me $10. I'd like to not go for the online deal because I've got some gamestop giftcards I'd rather use up.

[bobo2k4]

Anyone want to play some gow today?


You still down? I was about to play right now.

Just send me a friendly invite. tag - bobo2k4

[fLipEN`]

Hello hello =D

Just figured I'd say hey to fellow chicago folk.

Haven't found any great deals lately... sadly. Looked around at our Kmarts a bit, seems like people cleared them out already. Got Wind Waker for $8 and Donkey Konga 2 for $3.50 though, so I guess that's good.

Looking for Bongos, as I have none, so I can't play Konga 2. Are any gamestop in the west-suburb area selling them for the $5 they have them online? The ones (broadview and berwyn) I've checked are telling me $10. I'd like to not go for the online deal because I've got some gamestop giftcards I'd rather use up.

Hey which Kmart did you hit? Are there any more Wind Wakers or Donkey Kongas?

[dpac]

Haven't found any great deals lately... sadly. Looked around at our Kmarts a bit, seems like people cleared them out already. Got Wind Waker for $8 and Donkey Konga 2 for $3.50 though, so I guess that's good.
Hey, cuu. Like fLipEN`said above, could you share which Kmart had the DK2 still in stock? I bought Jungle Beat and the two bongos when they were $10 after Christmas, but I still need some Konga music games to go along with them.

Looking for Bongos, as I have none, so I can't play Konga 2. Are any gamestop in the west-suburb area selling them for the $5 they have them online? The ones (broadview and berwyn) I've checked are telling me $10. I'd like to not go for the online deal because I've got some gamestop giftcards I'd rather use up.
If it's bongos you're looking for, it looks like practically every EB/GameStop on the north side's got extra bongos in stock (if the online inventory system is to be believed). The problem is that the web site prices might not match with those in stores, unfortunately. And GS still doesn't take gift cards online? Sheesh. Short of that, if you're willing to go online and wouldn't mind picking up DK:Jungle Beat for $5 as well, get the set for $14.99 off their web site. Here are the GS web links I used for the bongos and DK:JB...

Donkey Kong Jungle Beat with 2nd Set of Bongos FREE!
http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product%5Fid=B220494A

Donkey Konga Bongo
http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product%5Fid=801816

Later, dude.

--Dan

[cuu]

Well, sadly, I got the last copy of Donkey Konga 2, but they MIGHT have some Wind Wakers left. They had atleast 5 when I got Donkey Konga 2, but that was about a week ago. Someone could of snatched them, but who knows. They seemed to have a pretty well stocked game section (see: tons) when I went, there may be some good deals still hidden there. I didn't really check anything besides Gamecube.

It was the Roosevelt (Near Desplaines Ave) Location in Forest Park.



I might bite on that Jungle Beat deal, but I kinda dont want to spend more money than I have to at the moment. I want to play Konga 2, and it totally sucks without the bongos! I might just wait for another gamestop deal or something. -shrug-

[aduckie]

Who here is going to be lining up for the Target 21st shipment?

http://cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124107

[chicagoz]

I bought my Wii from Costco a day after official launch so I'm good. Good luck getting a Wii.

[Blackout]

I've been there 1 week ago, and they had about 3 copies.

I don't remember the price, only saw the cases.

WOW! I went there today (one on Clark) and nothing was there. No Dead aims, no cases, nothing. If you saw them there, someone must have cleaned them out. The lady working there called a Crazy on I believe Kedzie but they only had the disc.

If someone cleaned these out, F U!!

Chicago cags do me a good one and let me know if you spot Dead aim with a case anywhere...please, thanks!

[cuu]

gamestop has their product availability online (just tried, a few in the area say they have a copy), did you try calling around to those places that say they've got 1-3 in stock?

[Blackout]

gamestop has their product availability online (just tried, a few in the area say they have a copy), did you try calling around to those places that say they've got 1-3 in stock?

Thanks. I'll try that route. I kind of don't go to gamestop for used stuff since about 90 percent of the time I buy a game it doesn't work or freezes constantly. I hope they didn't do a jacked up prices for it.

Thanks for the heads up!

[Blackout]

Anyone pick up Dungeon Siege Throne of Agony PSP at Any best buys here? Was there any at the BB at the HIP?

[chicagoz]

I picked up the last two on the shelf at the Best Buy on Ashland and Armitage.

And at the Target on Touhy in Nile is Diablo2 and it's expansion for $4.98 each. One left of each. They had TONS of clearanced $13.98 games....especially Metroid Prime 2 for Gamecube. They also had $10.98 for Zookeeper DS and Ping Pals DS.

[Blackout]

I picked up the last two on the shelf at the Best Buy on Ashland and Armitage.

And at the Target on Touhy in Nile is Diablo2 and it's expansion for $4.98 each. One left of each. They had TONS of clearanced $13.98 games....especially Metroid Prime 2 for Gamecube. They also had $10.98 for Zookeeper DS and Ping Pals DS.

Any good clearance stuff for PS2?(is it in the regular stuff, you know with all the PS2, cube, and XBOX GH section like all the other Targets?)

[chicagoz]

Any good clearance stuff for PS2?(is it in the regular stuff, you know with all the PS2, cube, and XBOX GH section like all the other Targets?)

Nothing for the PS2 caught my eye except Resident Evil 4 (Hits version) marked down to $13.98. I THINK they had only one of those (which I didn't buy).


They also had Quake 4 for PC (didn't check the price, tho) just in case anyone's interested.

[ryosnk]

Fun little Chicago Bears song. Go bears!.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmEI5f0qAbI

[aduckie]

Fun little Chicago Bears song. Go bears!.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmEI5f0qAbI

Very old, the shuffle has been around since like October I think.

[ryosnk]

The toys r us at melrose park had spartan (xbox) for $7, xbox (gameshark) w/memory card for $3, intec joystick (xbox) for $8, and a few xbox 360 faceplates for $5.

GO BEARS!

[chicagoz]

The Target on Elston Ave. in Chicago has Battalion Wars (Gamecube) clearanced at $7.48 ($8.15 with tax). They do have a few left...about 7-9 from what I remember.

[briansraregames]

Just and FYI, both Gamestops in Orland Park are running the b2g1 free sale on all used products. The employee that I spoke to said that this will go on indefinitely, but just at the two Orland stores. Are there any other stores like this around Chicagoland?

[WeaponX2099]

Just and FYI, both Gamestops in Orland Park are running the b2g1 free sale on all used products. The employee that I spoke to said that this will go on indefinitely, but just at the two Orland stores. Are there any other stores like this around Chicagoland?

No other one's found yet, but try Gamestops close to Best buy's.

[aduckie]

Any Wii left in stock any places?

[chicagoz]

I was told the Costco at Damen and Clybourn had put out a palette of Wii bundles Tuesday but sold out the same day.

[MisterNewGuy]

Ahhhh, Fellow Chicago CAGers! I feel comfort now.

[ryosnk]

Go Bears!

[bobo2k4]

Go Bulls!

Anyone got a DS lite or phat to trade or sell?

[aduckie]

Go Bulls!

Anyone got a DS lite or phat to trade or sell?

I have a phat to sell. :)

[slimpip]

I went to a Best Buy tonight (2/12) in Batavia off Randall Rd. ( I go to NIU so only a 30 min or so drive) and they had about 20 Wiis out. I picked one up for myself :) A nice score.

[ryosnk]

Has anyone else found any wiis in stock?

Thanks.

[briansraregames]

CIRCUIT CITY IN MATTESON, IL IS ONE OF THE 7 US STORES CLOSING, EXPECT CLEARANCE SALES...

Too far for me to drive, but some of you guys might want to check it out

[dpac]

Stopped by the Howard Target to see what was there today. The original Baten Kaitos for the GameCube (Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean, not BK Origins) was five bucks, so I had to pick it up. A few Viewtiful Joe: Double Trouble's were on a $15 DS endcap at one of the registers, but I didn't bother to check the price. (Heard it was five bucks in the most recent Target thread.) Unfortunately, Sonic Mega Collection Plus for the PS2 (Greatest Hits edition) was still $20 and in the locked case; I had the price for that title checked, too.

At any rate, if you want the first Baten Kaitos game for the GameCube, there should be a couple near the top of a GameCube corner rack at the back end of the first game aisle near electronics. They're just behind one copy of a GC title like Animal Crossing, Super Mario Sunshine, or something or other (can't remember which right now).

The Target Clearance Thread Part VII:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125767

[WeaponX2099]

CIRCUIT CITY IN MATTESON, IL IS ONE OF THE 7 US STORES CLOSING, EXPECT CLEARANCE SALES...

Too far for me to drive, but some of you guys might want to check it out

Damn it!!! I'll go tomorrow.

[Johnny Postman]

Matteson is the one way SE of the city right? Around 130th St close to the Indiana border?

One of the Chicago stores is supposed to be closing too - I'm guessing it's the North Ave one but I'll check tomorrow.

[WeaponX2099]

Matteson is the one way SE of the city right? Around 130th St close to the Indiana border?

One of the Chicago stores is supposed to be closing too - I'm guessing it's the North Ave one but I'll check tomorrow.


No, it around 211th, off of I-57.

[Johnny Postman]

No, it around 211th, off of I-57.

Thanks - Once I'm outside the city itself and the adjacent 'burbs, I never recall what town goes where. :-)

[briansraregames]

The Matteson store is on Rt 50 (Cicero Ave) just south of US 30.

[WeaponX2099]

Nothing really good there. Nothing but open item stuff.

[Johnny Postman]

Stopped at the North Ave store today but no one there had heard about any closings - I wonder if the Matteson store is what they meant when they said "Chicago" in the article.

Also, if anyone is looking for a deal on the GBA Micro - the Walmart at Golf-Mill has around 15 of the 20th Anniversary Editions for $50. Not as nice as the $35 some parts of the country menioned seeing them at but I think that's about as good as it gets for Chicago.

[MisterNewGuy]

where is the walmart by golf mill? only one 2 i know of are on touhy past carpenter or is it central.. you know, over there by.. the mall, and the one on cicero after north ave. but golf mill? hmm...

if anyone is close to desplaines the kmart over there,has a neat section for clearenced stuff in the electronics section, its to far for me to go there everyother day and see ehats new or dropped. but whoevers around there can get some decent deals. Occasional games, mostly accessories.

i've talked to the workers in all the targets and they tell me, that if something doesn't sell and there are a whole bunch they send them back, even if its on clearence. so if we ever see a bunch of something one day and none the next you know why.

we should have a chicago tradelist. cuz im skeptical of mailing out anywhere else. has anyone traded outside illinois?

[MSA]

where is the walmart by golf mill? only one 2 i know of are on touhy past carpenter or is it central.. you know, over there by.. the mall, and the one on cicero after north ave. but golf mill? hmm...

if anyone is close to desplaines the kmart over there,has a neat section for clearenced stuff in the electronics section, its to far for me to go there everyother day and see ehats new or dropped. but whoevers around there can get some decent deals. Occasional games, mostly accessories.

i've talked to the workers in all the targets and they tell me, that if something doesn't sell and there are a whole bunch they send them back, even if its on clearence. so if we ever see a bunch of something one day and none the next you know why.

we should have a chicago tradelist. cuz im skeptical of mailing out anywhere else. has anyone traded outside illinois?


Wal-Mart Store #3725
8500 West Golf Road
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 966-7904

[MSA]

I believe there was an old Venture store there. It's the dead side of that corner that most people overlook because they spot BestBuy down the road. :)

[MisterNewGuy]

I believe there was an old Venture store there. It's the dead side of that corner that most people overlook because they spot BestBuy down the road. :)

oh shnap! over there? like behind golf mill. where sears was? kinda behind hmm.. target? i'm going to morton grove in a few, might drop by there.

[Johnny Postman]

I believe there was an old Venture store there. It's the dead side of that corner that most people overlook because they spot BestBuy down the road. :)

Before Walmart, I'm pretty sure it was a Kmart (I recall getting a dancing Jar-Jar Binks there during the GOOB sale long ago), closed for years and just opened up again. It's in the strip mall that's on the NE corner of Golf/Milwaukee - from the TRU, it's directly north across Golf Rd.

This intersection is like CAG heaven for clearance games/sales - They have BB, TRU, Sears, Target, Walmart, FYE, KB Toys, Gamestop and Gamecrazy all right there. Too bad the CC shut down a couple years ago or it would have had everything.

[Johnny Postman]

oh shnap! over there? like behind golf mill. where sears was? kinda behind hmm.. target? i'm going to morton grove in a few, might drop by there.

Did the Sears there close up, only hit TRU/Walmart/Target while I was there so I didn't notice.

[MisterNewGuy]

Did the Sears there close up, only hit TRU/Walmart/Target while I was there so I didn't notice.

yeh i believe the sears closed up.. or am i thinking about the CC? hmm... will check onitlater. but now i recall the walmart over there, its fairly new right? but your right, its heaven for clearance time.. to bad they all have diff clearance dates.. to far for me to waste gas every other day and bargin hunt.
but i have a Target, Kmart, Gamestop, Gamecrazy, TRU, Sears all within 1.5mile radius of where i live. so i think im ok.

off the record went to walmart on touhy and central..bought 'MADGAB' the game, with the cards and you have to sound out the acctual words with other ones.. its been close to 60 bux everywhere i looked when i wanted it, but its for 23 at walmart. i picked that up. vid games was dead, no deals. :(

Night.

[rjarmstrong100]

I'm rather new to Chicago, and don't know of that many places to go to for games and the sort (anything such as cheap DVDs, CDs, etc). I read through a lot of these posts and learned of where some Gamestops and the sort are, but are there and nice shops for decent priced games, old school games, or even just oddball stuff in or around the downtown area?

I'm aware of two Salvation Armies (Ashland, and one on Divison) and a Unique Thrift (Halstead).

Any help / advice would be appreciated. Thank you all in advance! =]

[briansraregames]

EB/Gamestops in Chicagoland running the Buy 2 Get 2 DVD sale:

Please post if you guys find any stores in the area running the Buy 2 Get 2 DVD sale.

So far, I've found three stores in the south suburbs running the buy 2 get 2 free dvd sale:

Lansing (River Oaks, by starbucks, corner of torrence and 159th)
Matteson (Corner of Cicero and rt 30 by toys r us)
Olympia Fields (On US 30 about 1/2 mile west of pulaski)

[D_Icon]

Buy 2 get 1 free. GS the one on Montrose and California,
and in the Addison Mall, theres a Target. I forgot the name of the other street.
EBGames at LincolnWood mall.

[ryosnk]

I'm rather new to Chicago, and don't know of that many places to go to for games and the sort (anything such as cheap DVDs, CDs, etc). I read through a lot of these posts and learned of where some Gamestops and the sort are, but are there and nice shops for decent priced games, old school games, or even just oddball stuff in or around the downtown area?

I'm aware of two Salvation Armies (Ashland, and one on Divison) and a Unique Thrift (Halstead).

Any help / advice would be appreciated. Thank you all in advance! =]


Hey theirs VideoGames Etc. located in harlem ave., they have a nice selection of classic games and systems (TG, saturn, neo geo).

Also has anyone had a system repaired at VideoGames Etc.?

Thanks.

[fLipEN`]

Anyone know where to get a brand new copy of Master Quest and the Zelda Collectors Edition?

Thanks.

[MisterNewGuy]

Buy 2 get 1 free. GS the one on Montrose and California,
and in the Addison Mall, theres a Target. I forgot the name of the other street.
EBGames at LincolnWood mall.

we must be neighbors.

[MisterNewGuy]

Hey theirs VideoGames Etc. located in harlem ave., they have a nice selection of classic games and systems (TG, saturn, neo geo).

Also has anyone had a system repaired at VideoGames Etc.?

Thanks.

there guys are a RIP OFF @ videogames tc. he gave some kid 10 bux for a ps2 consol that worked infront of my eyes. i felt bad for the kid. he wanted to give me 3 bux for my sega gamegear with 2 games. funk that!

goto Chicago Gamewerk on Cali and Touhy - 773-764-8993 - free estimates on console repairs and he works on stuff thats old school too. i have never been there, but i heard hes cool just starting out, thats the best time to catch someone when they start. be first few clientel so you got it made when he gets it big. im taking my 2600 atari's over there this weekend.

[ryosnk]

there guys are a RIP OFF @ videogames tc. he gave some kid 10 bux for a ps2 consol that worked infront of my eyes. i felt bad for the kid. he wanted to give me 3 bux for my sega gamegear with 2 games. funk that!

goto Chicago Gamewerk on Cali and Touhy - 773-764-8993 - free estimates on console repairs and he works on stuff thats old school too. i have never been there, but i heard hes cool just starting out, thats the best time to catch someone when they start. be first few clientel so you got it made when he gets it big. im taking my 2600 atari's over there this weekend.


Thanks for the info. I need to get my vectrex fixed but write back on the prices and experience with the place.

[chicagoz]

Sorry this isn't about games...but I just scored some Cubs vs. Sox tix from cubs.com! I'm in the virtual waiting room right now to try to buy more tix for other games. Anyone else trying for tix?

[Humanoidboy]

New here, but just thought I'd share:

KOHLS Dept. store --

ENTIRE STOCK Video Games 20% off
sale $9.99-$19.99

(Reg. $12.99-$24.99)
thru Feb 24

[ryosnk]

Sorry this isn't about games...but I just scored some Cubs vs. Sox tix from cubs.com! I'm in the virtual waiting room right now to try to buy more tix for other games. Anyone else trying for tix?


I got a few sox vs tamba bay tickets but thats about it.

[ryosnk]

Did anyone find any games on the best buy clearance sale?

If anyone can hook me up with these games I appreciate it.
-Ultimate ghost and goblins
-gradius collection
-KOF neowave

[chicagoz]

I posted this in the BB clearance thread:

I drove to 5 Best Buys here in the chicago area (in the order I went to them in):

Harlem Irving Plaza (was there at opening)
Melrose Park
North Riverside
Elston & Armitage
Evanston

Out of all the them I managed to get only one game I was looking for:

Mega Man Anniversary Collection (Xbox) $4.99

Didn't see any of the 360 games except for FFXI (and I left it cuz I didn't think spending $10 on a game I was only going to play for 1 month was worth it). Like someone else who posted earlier, I did find a 99 cent Superman bust. And I took advantage of the DVD glitch and bought Amadeus and Citizen Kane on DVD for $9.99. Even the Amadeus DVD was hard to find. Three of the BB I went to were sold out of it.

Since I was looking for mainly the 360 games, I'd say I am dissapointed.

[Gamblor]

The Best Buy in Tinley Park had jack shit. I was the first through the doors...the only games I saw on the list were Jade Empire and GTA San Andreas.

[crewj]

just got back from hitting up 3 BBs in the chicago area.

first 2 were pretty much busts. i was tempted to get open season DS for 5 at the first BB but passed.

last BB was a goldmine for xbox at old orchard. picked up:

the chronicles of narnia
chronicles of riddick
marc eko's getting up
robotech invasion
van helsing
the suffering ties that bind
open season
darkwatch

and for psp

poplocrois

all the workers there kept saying... that's a lot of games there. even the media guy was clueless about the sale until he realized that today is feb 26 and was the day of their clearance.

[briansraregames]

Wow, this sale was really hit or miss

Lansing was OK, picked up about 10 games
87th and Halsted was AWESOME and they still had plenty of good stuff when I left. This store is in a kinda bad area.
Ford City Mall was crap


Cal Sag & Cicero was crap...1 game
Matteson was great, I think that I got about 20 games there but the employees were in process of getting what was left.

Homewood was also really good, still some good stuff when I left
Merrillville, IN was crap, totally picked over.
Valparaiso, IN was decent, had some good psp stuff left.

[dpac]

just got back from hitting up 3 BBs in the chicago area.

first 2 were pretty much busts. i was tempted to get open season DS for 5 at the first BB but passed.
Hey, crewj, did we talk at the Evanston Best Buy over the lack of selection there? If there were any titles left for the GameCube, I imagine they were probably bought by people before today to bring back for price adjustments and/or return/rebuys in the future (however likely that might be).

After finding out the Sega Genesis Collection ("Sega Classics" on the list?) was $19.99 rather than $1.99, I ended up only getting an Eye Toy game and a few DVDs with 300 preview discs (and movie cash) to boot. So, yeah... I guess I got something good out of the trip. Oh, and it was just one Best Buy -- one, and I was done. Hope everyone found something worthwhile.

--Dan

[phreak5k]

I checked out the North & Clyborn and Clard & Dicersy Dest buys today within an hour of each opening and they both had none of the games I was looking for. Although I did decide to pick up Okami for $40 - $10 coupon - $15 gift card. Oh well, hopefully I'll get someone's extra Oblvion and I'll be happy.

[loserboy]

Found a few things at the Clark/Diversey Best Buy -- mostly stuff for my sons 6th birthday (Open Season, Shrek Superslam, SpongeBob Movie, Madagascar, Monster House, Backyard Football)...He'll be the only 6 year old who gets 10 videogames for his birthday...He's already lucky as hell to have a father who has just about every system still functioning that was produced in the last 29 years....he gets to play Wii, 360, my DS, my PSP....and I'm one of those dads that actuallly knows about the rating system and won't let him play anything over E (with the exception of a few T games like Simpsons Hit and Run).

As an elementary school teacher when I hear 11 year olds talking about Crackdown or GTA or Gears of War it makes me cringe...

[crewj]

Hey, crewj, did we talk at the Evanston Best Buy over the lack of selection there?

yup! that was me! nice to see a fellow CAG in the wild! :) i almost picked up open season ds but decided to check out another BB. old orchard had the best xbox selection i've seen after checking out a few stores.

[chicagoz]

Wow, this sale was really hit or miss

Lansing was OK, picked up about 10 games
87th and Halsted was AWESOME and they still had plenty of good stuff when I left. This store is in a kinda bad area.
Ford City Mall was crap


Cal Sag & Cicero was crap...1 game
Matteson was great, I think that I got about 20 games there but the employees were in process of getting what was left.

Homewood was also really good, still some good stuff when I left
Merrillville, IN was crap, totally picked over.
Valparaiso, IN was decent, had some good psp stuff left.

Thanks for the tips! I headed to the 87th and Dan Ryan store this morning. I was there when it opened and I had free reign over the video game department. I didn't see much Xbox and PS2 clearance games except that they had a ton of Star Wars KOTOR both 1 and 2, as well as Republic Commando...all for $4.99. I needed and was looking for the KOTOR games so I'm happy I found those.

I almost crapped my pants when I saw a lone copy of Oblivion CE on the shelf! Immediately took it and when I tried to buy it, it rang up $59.99. :cry: The media dept guy said it was the regular edition that was clearanced, but that rang up the same price. I tried my best in a very nice way to see if he could have sold me either one for the clearance price but it was a no-go.

So close yet so far away...

Also stopped at the Elston/Armitage store again and picked some trade bait up:

Romancing Saga (PS2, $9.99).

Guess no one bought it cuz it wasn't a good enough clearance price for it?

[Blackout]

I posted this in the BB clearance thread:

I drove to 5 Best Buys here in the chicago area (in the order I went to them in):

Harlem Irving Plaza (was there at opening)
Melrose Park
North Riverside
Elston & Armitage
Evanston

Out of all the them I managed to get only one game I was looking for:

Mega Man Anniversary Collection (Xbox) $4.99

Didn't see any of the 360 games except for FFXI (and I left it cuz I didn't think spending $10 on a game I was only going to play for 1 month was worth it). Like someone else who posted earlier, I did find a 99 cent Superman bust. And I took advantage of the DVD glitch and bought Amadeus and Citizen Kane on DVD for $9.99. Even the Amadeus DVD was hard to find. Three of the BB I went to were sold out of it.

Since I was looking for mainly the 360 games, I'd say I am dissapointed.

One of my friends said he talked to someone at the HIP best buy. Was that you? He had long blond hair.

[crewj]

Also stopped at the Elston/Armitage store again and picked some trade bait up:

Romancing Saga (PS2, $9.99).

Guess no one bought it cuz it wasn't a good enough clearance price for it?

i saw that but passed. didn't see much to choose from at that location.

[chicagoz]

One of my friends said he talked to someone at the HIP best buy. Was that you? He had long blond hair.

Nope. I look like my avatar (that is me actually - face mapped in Rainbow Six Vegas Xbox 360 version).

[chicagoz]

i saw that but passed. didn't see much to choose from at that location.

That location still has some clearance games, but it was crap like Eyetoy Spy (no camera) and American Chopper 2. If anyone wants those, go to Elston and Armitage.

[crewj]

That location still has some clearance games, but it was crap like Eyetoy Spy (no camera) and American Chopper 2. If anyone wants those, go to Elston and Armitage.

ugh... seen any open season DS or we love katamari games?

[malalrd]

I hit up some north suburb best buys today - Deerfield, Arlington Heights.
Deerfield was a pretty good. Picked up Suikoden V, and Generation of Chaos.
It looked like someone took all the copies and left 1 of each as I know earlier in the week there was more.

Also found PSP RPG Astonia something. Otherwise pretty bare. Did anyone notice the lack of any gamecube games in any of the stores??

[crewj]

Did anyone notice the lack of any gamecube games in any of the stores??

there was basically none of the gamecube games at any of the bbs i went to!

[phreak5k]

ugh... seen any open season DS or we love katamari games?

I believe I saw Open Season DS at either the North/Clyborn or Clark/Diversy Best Buy. I'm heading over there in the next couple of days so I can check again.

[shajek]

there was basically none of the gamecube games at any of the bbs i went to!

Only the South Elgin store had GC games... a bunch of Wind Waker and Day of Reckoning 2. A couple of 4 Swords... that's all I remember seeing marked down. The Geneva store had nothing.

I was hoping (beyond hope, of course) for MP 7 and Tales of Symphonia

[chicagoz]

Only the South Elgin store had GC games... a bunch of Wind Waker and Day of Reckoning 2. A couple of 4 Swords... that's all I remember seeing marked down. The Geneva store had nothing.

I was hoping (beyond hope, of course) for MP 7 and Tales of Symphonia

I would have gotten Wind Waker and 4 swords...but that too far to drive. I've wasted enough gas already on this Best Buy clearance...

[dpac]

I would have gotten Wind Waker and 4 swords...but that too far to drive. I've wasted enough gas already on this Best Buy clearance...
Yeah, I would've driven a few miles for Wind Waker, too, but not much more than that. South Elgin's just too far for me. :( Blah. But thanks for sharing what little GameCube titles are (or were) out there to be found.

[shieryda]

Anybody checked CompUSA to see if there are any good deals before they close their doors for good?

[chicagoz]

I Was There A Few Days Ago. The Games Are Only At Twenty Percent Off. Not much Of A Deal. Im Waiting For Them To Drop To Thirty To Fourty Before I Buy. Hope There Is Games Left When That Happens. By The Way. If Anyone Is Looking To Buy The PS3 Genji $699.99 Bundle From Costco, The Lincoln Park One Got Them In Last Night.

[ryosnk]

Has anone gotten a wii at target. If so, did you have get their early and did they give out tickets?

I'm thinking of going to target (at the hip) and see if I can get a wii. Thanks on any info.

[Elriciii]

I just went to the CompUsa at village crossing and didn't see anything worth buying, thought i could get some xbox live 12 month subs but all cleaned out. games were 20%off and accessories were 30% off. not too great of a selection but i only skimmed through the game section. computers were a measly 10% off.

[shajek]

Has anone gotten a wii at target. If so, did you have get their early and did they give out tickets?

I'm thinking of going to target (at the hip) and see if I can get a wii. Thanks on any info.

I've only seen Wiis in stock at a Target in St. Charles. There were about 7. It's the only time I've seen a Wii anywhere other than the Toys R Us in Bloomingdale at the end of December when I finally got mine.

You want a PS3, though? They are available at just about every Target, TRU, BB and CC I've seen.

[chicagoz]

I've only seen Wiis in stock at a Target in St. Charles. There were about 7. It's the only time I've seen a Wii anywhere other than the Toys R Us in Bloomingdale at the end of December when I finally got mine.

You want a PS3, though? They are available at just about every Target, TRU, BB and CC I've seen.

Yup, I've seen PS3's everywhere. Does anyone want those? LOL j/k

[rjarmstrong100]

Does anyone know of any non Dave and Busters arcades around the Chicago area?