Sweet Home Chicago!

[typeRJ]

i ended up going to the midnight release at village crossing after little err...no debate. but mann it was cold. played crisis core for a good hour. then i saw two ppl there that i hadn't seen in ages. caught up with them and we passed the time pretty quickly.

i was like 12th in line, with about 40 ppl at 11:00 pm. around 11:30, it was 100+ ppl.everything went smoothly tho. i was home by 12:25 (i live 15 min away).

now if only work would just END so i can go home and play...

[ryosnk]

101 pages and 2000 plus post = AWESOME!

Would you like a new thread?

[Shawn1150]

Chicago rules!!! I live an hour away from it in Dupage. Anyone else live in Dupage??

[WeaponX2099]

101 pages and 2000 plus post = AWESOME!

Would you like a new thread?

Nah, let it go on!!!

[chicagoz]

My stuff for sale locally (must pick-up):

Comic book collection - 3 short boxes and 3 long boxes of various books. I've only listed the Uncanny X-Men books I have that are part of my comic book collection I have for sale. Underlined issues are not in "collectible" condition. I used comicspriceguide.com to help me get an idea about these books....

Uncanny X-Men 197, 200, 210, 211, 212 (Wolverine vs. Sabertooth), 213 (Psylocke joins), 214, 215 ,216, 217, 218, 219, 221, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 231, 232, 237, 240, 214, 242, 243, 244 (1st Jubilee), 245, 247, 248 (1st Jim Lee X-Men), 249, 250, 251, 252, 253, 254, 255, 256, 257, 258, 260, 261, 264, 266 (1st full appearance of Gambit), 267, 268, 269, 270, 271, 272, 273, 274, 275, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282 (x2, Bishop cameo), 283 (1st Full Bishop), 284, 285, 287, 288, 289, 290, 291, 292, 293, 294 (x2 sealed), 295 (x2 sealed), 300 (x2), 320B (Gold Edition Free with Wizard), 321

These and some other mutant books take up a whole short box.

I have a lot of all the early Image books, especially Spawn. Alot of Valiant comics, especially Harbinger, and Solar. A few Spider-Man books (including Amazing Spider-Man #289, 312, 361 x2 with 1st full Carnage appearance). A few DC books, such as Superman, Batman, and Justice League. Also have Fred Hembeck Destroys the Marvel Universe. There is also a few of everything else (Lady Death, Shi, Malibu books, Defiant books, D&D comics, etc.) All these take up the rest of my collection (2 short boxes and 3 long boxes). A couple of the boxes are not completely full.

All these books are a part of the collection and the entire collection goes for $100. I must sell these books ASAP. First person with the cash takes them.



Price is now $70.

[ryosnk]

Nah, let it go on!!!



I agree but people wanted a new thread since this thread is big. But hey big is always better! Its cool knowing we are the biggest region thread around lets keep it that way.

:)

[illini1010]

I agree but people wanted a new thread since this thread is big. But hey big is always better! Its cool knowing we are the biggest region thread around lets keep it that way.

:)


Well we almost are. The Atlanta thread is bigger, but Atlanta sucks so they dont count.

[Watchman]

I may be stuck in L.A. now, but I still appreciate my hometown keepin' things alive here.

[Blackout]

I may be stuck in L.A. now, but I still appreciate my hometown keepin' things alive here.

L.A. sucks. 8-) j/k

So.....how's everyone enjoying their GTA?

[ryosnk]

Well we almost are. The Atlanta thread is bigger, but Atlanta sucks so they dont count.

Not for long they are. :)

POST PEOPLE POST.

[chicagoz]

Would anyone be interested in buying a collection of Dragon Magazines? Starts at #94 and ends with #298 (it's not complete). Name your price...

[shieryda]

Dudes,

I forgot about this event tomorrow night:

http://looptopia.com/artists.php?id=382

Ping-pong, board games, GH and other Xbox games.

[D_Icon]

Would anyone be interested in buying a collection of Dragon Magazines? Starts at #94 and ends with #298 (it's not complete). Name your price...

Did you end up selling that sealed WarHawk? I PM'ed you and I never got a response.

[chicagoz]

Did you end up selling that sealed WarHawk? I PM'ed you and I never got a response.

Sorry. It sold quick.

[Watchman]

L.A. sucks. 8-) j/k

So.....how's everyone enjoying their GTA?

I already knew that. Don't rub it in. :bomb:

Granny Tranny Adventure? What?
*goes back to playing the superior MGO Beta*

[CAG 79]

L.A. sucks. 8-) j/k

So.....how's everyone enjoying their GTA?

I'm loving GTA, just wish I had more time to play it.

[MisterNewGuy]

GTA 4 Special Edition for 360 Special ordered on AMAZON.COM with overnight shipping cost less then instores with tax and i got a free license plate. wicked!

[ryosnk]

GTA 4 Special Edition for 360 Special ordered on AMAZON.COM with overnight shipping cost less then instores with tax and i got a free license plate. wicked!

Post pics of that license plate.

[shieryda]

Post pics of that license plate.

You just reminded me that I need to post the pics from teh midnight launch at Gamestop.

[ryosnk]

Is their a place still offering the license plate?

[MisterNewGuy]

Is their a place still offering the license plate?


sorry, i was busy on friday and saturday...

check Amazon.com dude.

here is the link to the pic. http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/image...d4d99110.L.jpg (http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/ciu/ca/e7/715e810ae7a02defd4d99110.L.jpg)

[shieryda]

Here are some pics from last Monday's release:

Blackout with his $10 gift card:

http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/4454/img0805xx0.jpg

Peeps waiting for the game:

http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/6195/img0806hu3.jpg

shieryda and Blackout posing with Niko:

http://img241.imageshack.us/img241/7531/img0807yr2.jpg

Blackout's buddy (Fernando, is it?), Blackout and shieryda after the purchase:

http://img148.imageshack.us/img148/792/img0808ig1.jpg

[Blackout]

Wooo pics. They turned out pretty good.

[Johnny Postman]

Any Chicago CAG's want a bunch of penny guides? Moving Tuesday and was just going to toss them but if anyone wants 'em, that's fine. There are 150-200+ with no more than 2 of any single guide that I had for trading that range from recent BB drops and going back 3+years. Makes about 8 stacks or 20-30 guides a piece so it would require several up and down from the 3rd floor.

I got no problems with someone just cherry-picking the guides they wanted but I would ask as a favor to lug the rest downstairs to the dumpster.

Anyway, if someone wanted to come over Tuesday sometime for the guides, shoot me a PM and we can figure something out.

*edit* should have mentioned, I'm on the north side of the city around Lincoln & California (5700 block of N Mozart St.)

A couple CAG's have expressed interest so I'd like to arrange a time for multiple CAG's tomorrow if I can.

[ryosnk]

Feliz Cinco De Mayo!

Just posting. :) Cool pics of the gta event.

[Johnny Postman]

Thanks Esoul - was really cool to help get rid of those guides - Hope there's plenty you needed.

Moving is such a PITA after 7 years in the same place.

[ryosnk]

Just want to post a birthday note to kyoko. Happy 23rd birthday!

[crewj]

the target on elston was wiped clean of orange box for ps3 today! i knew there were at least 12 in stock last week.

[Blackout]

Chicago CAGs. Check out my tradelist. I need money ASAP, so if you see something you like, let me know.

[ryosnk]

The target at brickyard had around 7 rechargable battery packs (no connector) for $8 and the colors were blue and pick.

[MrDemonicAngel]

not sure if anyone posted this but just came back from TRU in Schaumburg...they had the 360 MS brand VGA cable for $9.99
they only had 3 in stock...

[themightypencil]

anyone in the chicago area proficient with soldering? I have a psp, and recently replaced the lcd screen, as it cracked. However, in the process, I believe the fuse for the back light fried..i tried the old screen again after i tried the new one, and the backlight didn't work either, so I know its not the screen. anyone you can be any help?

[SEGA128DC]

Hmm, anyone seen any Xbox 360 deals like PGR4 at the Target on Elston or anything at the BB's and CC's in the area?...

[52club]

Best local deal I've had lately was GTA 4 for $40 from some dude on CL.

[MrDemonicAngel]

i have a giftcard for Barnes and Nobles for $350...does anyone want to trade gc or buy it off of me? PM me

i rather do things in person so preferably in the Schaumburg area

[shieryda]

The city's largest yard/garage sale is happening tomorrow in the alleys of Irving Park, Cicero, Montrose area.


Two more garage sales:

Irving Park YMCA parking lot, Irving Park at Tripp, Saturday, May 17 and 3700 block of N. Kostner, starting today and continuing tomorrow. Happy treasure hunting!

[ryosnk]

The city's largest yard/garage sale is happening tomorrow in the alleys of Irving Park, Cicero, Montrose area.


Two more garage sales:

Irving Park YMCA parking lot, Irving Park at Tripp, Saturday, May 17 and 3700 block of N. Kostner, starting today and continuing tomorrow. Happy treasure hunting!


I never knew about this. Have fun and report if you find anything good.

[Blackout]

Are Gamestops doing a midnight launch for MGS4?

[Beast9287]

The city's largest yard/garage sale is happening tomorrow in the alleys of Irving Park, Cicero, Montrose area.


Two more garage sales:

Irving Park YMCA parking lot, Irving Park at Tripp, Saturday, May 17 and 3700 block of N. Kostner, starting today and continuing tomorrow. Happy treasure hunting!


God damn, I can't believe I missed this, and I'm about 15 minutes away from this area too.

[slowdive21]

Just a question for those of you that sell guides to other CAGs...What is a fair price to charge per guide? Is there a guideline (pun intended) for pricing?

[Beast9287]

What type of guide? Is it an actual strat guide or one made by you? And for what game?

[slowdive21]

Strategy guides. like brady, prima, etc. they are penny guides, that someone wants to buy from me and I did not know if there is some cag standard pricing.

[shieryda]

Strategy guides. like brady, prima, etc. they are penny guides, that someone wants to buy from me and I did not know if there is some cag standard pricing.

Usually $2-3 each. If it's super-rare, then maybe a little more.

[Beast9287]

As the poster above me said, it all depends on what for game it is. I recently found a Final Fantasy VIII strat guide at my old job and bought it for a penny. One was factory sealed, the other wasn't. So I bought both, I assume they'd go for at least 30.00.

[CAG 79]

Where's a good place to get a car alarm w/installation besides BB,CC etc?

[DesrucLous]

YO, Just found this thread, actually only a couple weeks old to CAG, But I'm a DePaul Student living in Lakeview!

Maybe I will run into some of you :p

[Beast9287]

Where's a good place to get a car alarm w/installation besides BB,CC etc?


I think Lee's Auto Parts does car alarm installation's it's in Norridge IL, right on Harlem and Montrose.

[nikkai]

It depends on how much you want to spend.

Speaking of which, if someone sees a four door, dark blue acura integra w/ dark tinting on all windows, lemme know yeah?

Car was just stolen last night =/

[chicagoz]

If you need some energy for those late-night gaming sessions, Big Lots on Diversey has 24 pk cases of Rockstar Juiced Pomegranate Energy Drinks for $10.

It depends on how much you want to spend.

Speaking of which, if someone sees a four door, dark blue acura integra w/ dark tinting on all windows, lemme know yeah?

Car was just stolen last night =/

Sorry to hear that. My car was stolen a couple years ago, but thankfully, it was found (minus the stereo, amp, speakers, and bowling shoes (?!) And the police didn't find it, my girlfriend's parents found it with some dude driving around in it.

With gas prices the way they are, I want to buy a Honda Civic/Accord or Acura Integra. But most people I know who owns those cars have had their cars almost stolen at least once.

[shieryda]

Festival season is rapidly approaching, so we'll have to do some mini meet-ups soon.

http://chicago.metromix.com/events/article/chicago-festival-guide-2008/339943/content

[CAG 79]

I'm looking to spend around $150-200.

[Blackout]

If you need some energy for those late-night gaming sessions, Big Lots on Diversey has 24 pk cases of Rockstar Juiced Pomegranate Energy Drinks for $10.

.


Damn I could use those tonight! I got to write a long ass paper due in the morning. No sleep tonight!

If any Chicago CAGs are interested, I'm selling :ps3: Guitar Hero 3-game, controller, box, the whole deal. PM me if interested in a pick up.

[Beast9287]

Damn I could use those tonight! I got to write a long ass paper due in the morning. No sleep tonight!

If any Chicago CAGs are interested, I'm selling :ps3: Guitar Hero 3-game, controller, box, the whole deal. PM me if interested in a pick up.


What's your asking price?

[Sam111111]

PGR4 was $15 at Target in the Harlem-Irving Plaza, but laziness/etc. prevented me from posting it, for all those interested.
It _may_ still be there. From what I saw they weren't planning on moving anytime soon. My copy is, sadly, still sealed.

[CAG 79]

Just got back from the Kanye West concert, man that show was awesome.

[Blackout]

Just got back from the Kanye West concert, man that show was awesome.


So how many people got shot and stabbed?? :D

[slowdive21]

Anyone going to TOO Short?

[ryosnk]

If anyone goes to any best buy or cc can you hook me up with stuntman $10, zelda ds $17 and grimmore for $5 as talked about in other threads.

[CAG 79]

So how many people got shot and stabbed?? :D

None. Not too sound racist but surprisingly the majority of the people there were white.

[Blackout]

None. Not too sound racist but surprisingly the majority of the people there were white.

Heh. I think a couple of my friends went to the concert too (some spanish dudes). I always laugh when I go into Best Buy or something and I hear the biggest white yuppies asking "So where can I get the new Common album?" :rofl:

[slowdive21]

Common is more of a hip hop artist and an indie one at that, so you may see suburban whites or hipsters that like him. I booked him in 1996 and I think he was called common sense back then or maybe it was his album name. I remember there was a lot of confusion when it came to contracts.

I get more angry when I see white wankstas blasting Yin Yang Twins or some other no talent hack. There is a movie named HAVOC that captures what I am talking about...Plus Anne Hathaway has a nude scene. :drool:

Most of the rappers today have street cred, but little to no talent. Pretty much every show is 5 $$$$as talking in a mic.


Note: I do not think Too Short has any talent, but I am still probably going to go just to see B.J. Betty performed live.

[chicagoz]

Common is more of a hip hop artist and an indie one at that, so you may see suburban whites or hipsters that like him. I booked him in 1996 and I think he was called common sense back then or maybe it was his album name. I remember there was a lot of confusion when it came to contracts.

I get more angry when I see white wankstas blasting Yin Yang Twins or some other no talent hack. There is a movie named HAVOC that captures what I am talking about...Plus Anne Hathaway has a nude scene. :drool:

Most of the rappers today have street cred, but little to no talent. Pretty much every show is 5 $$$$as talking in a mic.


Note: I do not think Too Short has any talent, but I am still probably going to go just to see B.J. Betty performed live.

I remember when Common was called Common Sense. Seemed like he dropped the Sense part when he started to become bigger than a local rapper.

And thanks for reminding me about that movie. I was up late one night flipping channels and saw Anne Hathaway dressed up like a hoodrat and I was thinking, "what the hell is this?!" I watched for a little bit and the movie did seem interesting but then her nude scene came on...wow. I made a mental note to buy that movie on DVD (which I quickly forgot). LOL

[sociopharm02]

i know this is outside of Chicago a bit but if anyone is looking for a wii fit, there are a lot of them available in Dekalb. Target and Gamestop both had quite a few in stock.

[Blackout]

Common is more of a hip hop artist and an indie one at that, so you may see suburban whites or hipsters that like him. I booked him in 1996 and I think he was called common sense back then or maybe it was his album name. I remember there was a lot of confusion when it came to contracts.

I get more angry when I see white wankstas blasting Yin Yang Twins or some other no talent hack. There is a movie named HAVOC that captures what I am talking about...Plus Anne Hathaway has a nude scene. :drool:

Most of the rappers today have street cred, but little to no talent. Pretty much every show is 5 $$$$as talking in a mic.


Note: I do not think Too Short has any talent, but I am still probably going to go just to see B.J. Betty performed live.

I didn't know Common was indie considering I thought he did gap commercials, is in some new movie with Keanu(sp?) Reeves, and I thought I saw him on t.v. before. Maybe I'm confusing him with someone else.

[sociopharm02]

Common is about as Indie as Jay-Z. I like Common but I don't think a major artist being produced by Kanye West is really qualified to be labeled as Indie. Doesn't being signed to a major record label automatically rule you out of indie status?

[slowdive21]

It depends on how you view the term indie. He was popular before he was signed. Most rap acts get signed because the record company needs someone who sounds like someone else. I would consider someone who records an studio album without the assistance of a major label to be an indie artist. I would also consider an artist with a somewhat underground following as indie. It all depends on what indie is to you. Is a band that gets signed to a label and then dropped indie? Is someone who has a contract that allows them to keep their artistic integrity indie? The best example I can think of is Dark Horse Comics. I would call them an indie comic label, but someone else would say they are a major label. Their talent have artistic license, rather than dark horse forcing them into the mold. Since common has kept himself grounded and has kept his integrity, I would call him indie...But to each his own.

[Blackout]

To me indie is having a cult following and not being able to buy the cds at major stores like Target or Best Buy.

[shieryda]

If anyone goes to any best buy or cc can you hook me up with stuntman $10, zelda ds $17 and grimmore for $5 as talked about in other threads.

I'll try and hit up North Riverside this week, buddy.

[dfg]

Ya want an artist that's stayed indie? Firewater. Incidentally, they're one of my favorite bands and they're playing the Empty Bottle next Friday.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firewater

[chicagoz]

i know this is outside of Chicago a bit but if anyone is looking for a wii fit, there are a lot of them available in Dekalb. Target and Gamestop both had quite a few in stock.

I'm looking for a Wii Fit, but that's a long drive for me. I'll keep trying the stores in the city. Thanks for the heads up.

[slowdive21]

Ya want an artist that's stayed indie? Firewater. Incidentally, they're one of my favorite bands and they're playing the Empty Bottle next Friday.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firewater

I might check them out...I haven't been to the bottle for a while. Does anyone have an extra My Bloody Valentine Ticket?

[guinaevere]

Festival season is rapidly approaching, so we'll have to do some mini meet-ups soon.

http://chicago.metromix.com/events/article/chicago-festival-guide-2008/339943/content

Is the ribfest (http://chicago.metromix.com/events/fair_festival/ribfest-chicago-chicago/222882/content) worth checking out?

[shieryda]

Is the ribfest (http://chicago.metromix.com/events/fair_festival/ribfest-chicago-chicago/222882/content) worth checking out?

Hell, yes! I'll be there again this year.

[Blackout]

Man I remember that last year. I didn't get a chance to go but I passed by it. I gotta make my way over there this year.

[shieryda]

Gale Street Inn is the best. I'm going to try and get to May Fest this Friday night, too, if anyone else wants to meet up.

[ryosnk]

Hey is gale street inn expensive?

[shieryda]

Hey is gale street inn expensive?

Nah. It's average-priced.

Hey, I checked North Riverside. They had 1 copy of Grim Grimoire (sp?), but it was $23.99.

[ryosnk]

Nah. It's average-priced.

Hey, I checked North Riverside. They had 1 copy of Grim Grimoire (sp?), but it was $23.99.



Thanks for the info on gale and for checking out for gg.

[ryosnk]

Hey has anyone been able to use the $10 off xbox coupon from target on xbox live points and if so what store were you able to use it on?

Would you have any extras for sale? :)

[Simon D I]

Speakin of Indie Hip Hop artists, check out the group I manage/Produce.

Chicago Network Connected (CNC)

www.chicagonetworkconnected.com (http://www.chicagonetworkconnected.com)
www.youtube.com/user/warheart9 (http://www.youtube.com/user/warheart9)

We're playing on 16th and pulaski
and at
Betty's Blue Star Lounge on the 4th of July.

We need to represent Chicago to the fullest, folks!



Anyways, on CAG related news, has anyone found EYE OF JUDGMENT on clearance at any local target?

[SeraphiMichael]

Has anyone seen .hack GU vol 2 or 3 at any area K-Mart stores?

[Hybrid5006]

Go Cubs Go!! Go Cubs Go!!! Hey Chicago what do you say, Cubs are gonna win today!

[chicagoz]

Go Cubs Go!! Go Cubs Go!!! Hey Chicago what do you say, Cubs are gonna win today!

They just won! GO CUBS GO!

[shieryda]

I'll be down there at May Fest tonight, if anyone wants to meet up for a toast of some good-ass German beer.

Pm your number.

[D_Icon]

Any good Pawnshops here in Chicago? What PawnShops do you guys go to? I checked yellowpages.com but they seem to just offer jewelry. Any pawnshops that sell games, guitars, or skateboards?

[Beast9287]

I recently went to a Pawn Shop at North Avenue and 1st. They seemed to have some pretty decent deals there. Not really much of a selection of video games, but they had some rare movies and some cheap LCD television sets.

[D_Icon]

I recently went to a Pawn Shop at North Avenue and 1st. They seemed to have some pretty decent deals there. Not really much of a selection of video games, but they had some rare movies and some cheap LCD television sets.

Im gonna have to check that out, thanks.

[Blackout]

Anyone know any good electric guitar repair shops? I wanna get back into playing guitar but my BC Rich is completely fucked up. Wires hanging everywhere, pick ups sinking in, terrible strings. Anyone know a good place to bring it into that won't charge me more than what I payed for the guitar?

[phantac]

I searched up ribfest, and i understand there is a 5 dollar donation, but is it like all you can eat ribs or what? haha thanks in advanced.

and i am also wondering about the target 10 dollar off coupons. has anyone been using them recently?

[typeRJ]

I searched up ribfest, and i understand there is a 5 dollar donation, but is it like all you can eat ribs or what? haha thanks in advanced.

and i am also wondering about the target 10 dollar off coupons. has anyone been using them recently?

naw you still have to buy tickets to purchase food and drinks.

i was debating on using any target coupon scans until someone got caught using the $5 off $25 coupon scan. someone at the niles target on touhy (near the leaning tower YMCA) got denied. dude claimed the manager guy was rude to him and blah blah blah. after he left, i overheard he employees that multiple times he tried to use it at the electronics dept then if he got denied, he'd go over to cashier in the front. this had be going on for a week or so. finally the one manager guy got fed up and alerted one of his front lane cashiers so that he'd come out with nothing.

the thing is, they were taking the coupon. but when you use multiple coupons in one day and they see you have multiple copies. someone's gonna notice.

[SEGA128DC]

Hmm, I was at the Best Buy on North Avenue a few days ago, and I noticed a 30% off rack with many games from various systems. I got All-Pro Football 2K8 ($9.99) and Dead or Alive: Xtreme 2 ($19.99), plus the discount for the Xbox 360. I really don't know if the 30% off sale is still going on?...

[slowdive21]

^^^Those are clearance games. Ususally they are 30% off, but some stores put them at 50% off for memorial day. Now they are back to 30% again at the store I shop at. YMMV of course.

[chicagoz]

i was debating on using any target coupon scans until someone got caught using the $5 off $25 coupon scan. someone at the niles target on touhy (near the leaning tower YMCA) got denied. dude claimed the manager guy was rude to him and blah blah blah. after he left, i overheard he employees that multiple times he tried to use it at the electronics dept then if he got denied, he'd go over to cashier in the front. this had be going on for a week or so. finally the one manager guy got fed up and alerted one of his front lane cashiers so that he'd come out with nothing.

the thing is, they were taking the coupon. but when you use multiple coupons in one day and they see you have multiple copies. someone's gonna notice.

I was at that Target today (Monday) and used a $10 off coupon for a copy of Thrillville for Xbox 360 (and the last one saw there, by the way). The guy paused and looked at the coupon, but scanned it anyway. But if I had read this thread before I left, I probably wouldn't have tried to use any coupons there. Guess I got away with one, huh?

[slowdive21]

No one should be denied on the $5 off $25. That is a valid web coupon. You can always go back to any target within 24 hours and have them apply the $5 off $25 coupon.

[shieryda]

naw you still have to buy tickets to purchase food and drinks.

i was debating on using any target coupon scans until someone got caught using the $5 off $25 coupon scan. someone at the niles target on touhy (near the leaning tower YMCA) got denied. dude claimed the manager guy was rude to him and blah blah blah. after he left, i overheard he employees that multiple times he tried to use it at the electronics dept then if he got denied, he'd go over to cashier in the front. this had be going on for a week or so. finally the one manager guy got fed up and alerted one of his front lane cashiers so that he'd come out with nothing.

the thing is, they were taking the coupon. but when you use multiple coupons in one day and they see you have multiple copies. someone's gonna notice.

Shit like this is going to ruin it for everyone. That's a popular store for CAGs, so he'd better not fuck this up for the rest of us.

[Blackout]

Wow. Cool to see Chicago CAGs scoring at Targets. I have had shit luck with Target so I just gave up on them. Nice to see people getting cheapy deals!

[ryosnk]

I was at that Target today (Monday) and used a $10 off coupon for a copy of Thrillville for Xbox 360 (and the last one saw there, by the way). The guy paused and looked at the coupon, but scanned it anyway. But if I had read this thread before I left, I probably wouldn't have tried to use any coupons there. Guess I got away with one, huh?

Was that the copy at the hip target? I was going to get that the other day using the coupon but the guy at the register was a brick and I didn't want to try using it. Why shouldn't you have tried?

[Johnny Postman]

Hmm, I was at the Best Buy on North Avenue a few days ago, and I noticed a 30% off rack with many games from various systems. I got All-Pro Football 2K8 ($9.99) and Dead or Alive: Xtreme 2 ($19.99), plus the discount for the Xbox 360. I really don't know if the 30% off sale is still going on?...

The Evanston BB has the same rack but it's up to 50% off - Some pretty decent games too along with the usual junk (picked up Panzer Tactics DS for $10 and Bleach DS for $15.)

[chicagoz]

Was that the copy at the hip target? I was going to get that the other day using the coupon but the guy at the register was a brick and I didn't want to try using it. Why shouldn't you have tried?

It was the Niles Target, and someone mentioned that the employees there were warned about one of the coupon scans...

[dfg]

I stopped by the Big Lots on Dempster (in Niles? Morton Grove?) for the first time yesterday. They had much of nothing as far as those PC games go. I saw maybe 1 copy each left of City of Heroes, the COH + COV pack, and Spellforce 2. 10 10 and 6 respectively. Games are mixed in with all the videos and DVDs. Gigli for $3 (pass)!

I did grab a box of 1.5L bottles of Crystal Geyser for .60 a bottle. Where I work they charge $2 a bottle for a bottle (16 oz?) of that filtered Aquafina bullshit. I feel a little stupid, though, because honestly, in Chicago we have great tap water compared to the rest of the country.

[slowdive21]

^^^ Does that big lots get anime DVDs?

[primedrctv]

Please add me to the list.

That sucks about Niles Target, but that store usually blows.

[shieryda]

Hey, gang. I just realized that Blues Fest is this weekend. BB King will be there, his first time in 20 years.

Also, I'm going to try and get over to Rib Fest, too, if anyone wants to meet up.

[shieryda]

Target in Broadview didn't have shit for 360 games (clearance, anyways). They did have 2 copies of Cars, and a couple Fables for $4.98, though. 3 or 4 Kingdom Hearts 2 guides, also $4.98.

They still had 3 or 4 1600 point cards on sale for $14.99, too.

[chicagoz]

I feel a little stupid, though, because honestly, in Chicago we have great tap water compared to the rest of the country.

I remember seeing on TV that we have one of the best water filtration plants (or whatever the process is) in the country. Ever since I saw that, I stopped buying bottled water. I'll get a case now and then for convenience.

[Blackout]

I remember seeing on TV that we have one of the best water filtration plants (or whatever the process is) in the country. Ever since I saw that, I stopped buying bottled water. I'll get a case now and then for convenience.

I drink the stuff everyday and I haven't grown an extra arm or head so it must be pretty clean.

[pezmanmike]

Hey where the hell are all the Suburbanites? I guess I'm the only one here representing Lockport :-?

Anyway, tickets go on sale 06/27/08 for Video Games Live, November 15th at the Chicago Theatre. I went to the one a few years ago at Rosemont, it's a lot of fun.

[slowdive21]

Hey where the hell are all the Suburbanites? I guess I'm the only one here representing Lockport :-?

Anyway, tickets go on sale 06/27/08 for Video Games Live, November 15th at the Chicago Theatre. I went to the one a few years ago at Rosemont, it's a lot of fun.

I wanted to go to the Final Fantasy one, but didn't make it out. Thanks for the heads up.

[c!ty]

http://www.chicagotribune.com/features/lifestyle/explore/chi-arcades-end-0605jun05,0,3830088.story

This brought a tear to my eye. I have many fond memories of Diversions, Cybertron @ Golf Mill, "Play Zone" (I think it was) @ Randhurst and Super Just Games in Northbrook. I'm actually going to Wisconsin Dells this summer with my gf. Gameland will definitely be on the itinerary.

[CAG 79]

http://www.chicagotribune.com/features/lifestyle/explore/chi-arcades-end-0605jun05,0,3830088.story

This brought a tear to my eye. I have many fond memories of Diversions, Cybertron @ Golf Mill, "Play Zone" (I think it was) @ Randhurst and Super Just Games in Northbrook. I'm actually going to Wisconsin Dells this summer with my gf. Gameland will definitely be on the itinerary.

Yeah sad to read that as well. I will definitely try to stop by there this summer.

[dfg]

^^^ Does that big lots get anime DVDs?

...sorry, I'm not sure. I don't usually keep an eye out for them.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/features/lifestyle/explore/chi-arcades-end-0605jun05,0,3830088.story

This brought a tear to my eye. I have many fond memories of Diversions, Cybertron @ Golf Mill, "Play Zone" (I think it was) @ Randhurst and Super Just Games in Northbrook. I'm actually going to Wisconsin Dells this summer with my gf. Gameland will definitely be on the itinerary.

Saw that too. I remember Diversions at its original, smaller location and then the move to the bigger space across the, uh, strip. Also, the Novelty Golf/Bunny Hutch arcade, and Dennis' off the Belmont L stop. I was in high school when MK2 came out and we'd be there watching people discover moves and fatalities. Been to most of the arcades on the north side and n suburbs at least once.

Good times.

[Tolmes]

Hey man, jw if you could add me to the list.

I live in the south suburbs of Chicago....okay well hopefully this will help some people these are the places I have visited and what they had. 360 Games.

Targets:
Orland Park IL - Cars for 12.98
Tinley Park IL - NONE
Crestwood IL - NONE
Homewood IL - Cars and CoD II
Matteson IL - NONE
DeKalb IL - Jackpot! They had the following games for 360...
The Bigs for 14.98
Cars for 9.98
Fantastic four for 9.98
Monster Madness for 9.98
Virtua Tennis 3 for 9.98
College Hoops 2K8 for 7.48
Forza 2 for 19.98

Let me know if ne1 has any good deals for the south side of Chi-Town

[stewie75]

Hey man, jw if you could add me to the list.

I live in the south suburbs of Chicago....okay well hopefully this will help some people these are the places I have visited and what they had. 360 Games.

Targets:
Orland Park IL - Cars for 12.98
Tinley Park IL - NONE
Crestwood IL - NONE
Homewood IL - Cars and CoD II
Matteson IL - NONE
DeKalb IL - Jackpot! They had the following games for 360...
The Bigs for 14.98
Cars for 9.98
Fantastic four for 9.98
Monster Madness for 9.98
Virtua Tennis 3 for 9.98
College Hoops 2K8 for 7.48
Forza 2 for 19.98

Let me know if ne1 has any good deals for the south side of Chi-Town

Damnit, why does Dekalb have to be so far away, I'd love to pick up College Hoops for that price.

[ryosnk]

Does anyone live by a barnes and noble? If so and you are going inside can someone check if they have retro gamer #50. I appreciate it.

[slowdive21]

Any of you guys buying the 80 GB PS3 at WM?

[chicagoz]

Anyone else going to Chicago Comicon Saturday the 28th?

Does anyone live by a barnes and noble? If so and you are going inside can someone check if they have retro gamer #50. I appreciate it.

That's a video game mag? What's so special about it?

Any of you guys buying the 80 GB PS3 at WM?

Got a 60 GB PS3 already...

[dfg]

The EBX at Old Orchard has been gone for a while now, yes? Is there any other place to find games around there besides the Best Buy across the street?

I'll be at Ravinia this Saturday to check out some Mexican music (Tigres del Norte). I love the picnic atmosphere there but it sucks when it rains or the ground is wet, which it likely will be this weekend. Gotta find a tarp.

[stewie75]

Was at the Forest Park WM today picking up the 80 GB and I saw about a dozen GH copies of BLACK for PS2 clearanced off for $5. Not sure if it's a deal, but I hear it's a really good game.

[ryosnk]

Anyone else going to Chicago Comicon Saturday the 28th?

That's a video game mag? What's so special about it?
...


-I might but not sure yet. Depends if my friends wants to go. You going?

-Yes its a mag from uk that talks about classic gaming. Its a good read, hard to find since not many stores carry it and its abit high in price ($12).


The EBX at Old Orchard has been gone for a while now, yes? Is there any other place to find games around there besides the Best Buy across the street?

I'll be at Ravinia this Saturday to check out some Mexican music (Tigres del Norte). I love the picnic atmosphere there but it sucks when it rains or the ground is wet, which it likely will be this weekend. Gotta find a tarp.



Hey dfg, the Tigres del Norte was what was usually be playing in my Mom's car. :) Good music.

[dfg]

Yeah, I'll be there with my wife and (gulp) my mother-in-law. ¡Ay dios mio!

[Blackout]

I still got :ps3: GH3 complete and mint. Need to get rid of it. If any of you are interested just shoot me an offer.

[nny77713]

[QUOTE=chicagoz;4474815]Anyone else going to Chicago Comicon Saturday the 28th?



Not on saturday. I should be going on friday. I am debating if I want to go by myself.

[slowdive21]

[quote=chicagoz;4474815]Anyone else going to Chicago Comicon Saturday the 28th?

Not on saturday. I should be going on friday. I am debating if I want to go by myself.

I'm going on Friday with my Brother and Dad. I will be the guy who grabs lots of stuff and is in a hurry OR the guy looking at .25 bins on the floor while some fat guy's teabag is 2 inches from my head.

This year for the first time we are going to the SDCC, so that will be pretty crazy too.

[chicagoz]

I'd love to go to the San Diego con....there's always next year for me....

[ryosnk]

Has anyone seen any clearance games at best buy?

[shieryda]

Has anyone seen any clearance games at best buy?

Good question. I was wondering this last night. Touhy had a bin last week, but the shit was only 20% off, and included Juiced 2 and a bunch of GHIII faceplates.

[Blackout]

Good question. I was wondering this last night. Touhy had a bin last week, but the shit was only 20% off, and included Juiced 2 and a bunch of GHIII faceplates.

That's weak. BB at the HIP has ZERO clearance games. Don't even bother.

Any pawn shops in the Chicago area that give you good prices on stuff your trying to sell? (games, dvds, cds)

[CAG 79]

Has anyone seen any clearance games at best buy?

The Best Buy by Melrose Park had a few games on clearance from what I remember:

-DOAX2 (360)
-Pirates of the Caribbean (360/PS3)
-Fatal Inertia (360)
-Monster Madness (360)
-Halo 3 Guides
-DS games

[dfg]

Ryo, are you the "latino guy" slowdive is talking about in the Yard Sale thread? :lol:

I always tell myself I'm gonna haul my ass outta bed early to cruise those sales but I end up sleeping in. And twice since May I've had a friggin' cargo van rented and not put it to garage sale use. :bomb:

[Blackout]

Maybe we can use this thread to organize us Chicago CAGs and inform each other of yard sales going on? I was going to hunt last year but it never took place cause I couldn't get out of bed earlier than 2pm, lol.

[ryosnk]

Ryo, are you the "latino guy" slowdive is talking about in the Yard Sale thread? :lol:

I always tell myself I'm gonna haul my ass outta bed early to cruise those sales but I end up sleeping in. And twice since May I've had a friggin' cargo van rented and not put it to garage sale use. :bomb:

I haven't been to a yard sale for awhile. Hook up a link to the comment made by slowdive.

[slowdive21]

Ryo, are you the "latino guy" slowdive is talking about in the Yard Sale thread? :lol:

I always tell myself I'm gonna haul my ass outta bed early to cruise those sales but I end up sleeping in. And twice since May I've had a friggin' cargo van rented and not put it to garage sale use. :bomb:


Trying to cause trouble? :) A "latino guy" is what the people having the sale call him...Actualy they say "some Mexican guy" was just here, but I made it more politically correct. Since I do not know his name, but we have crossed paths 6 or 7 times this season, I refer to him as "the latino guy" (who buys video games). There is also 'the asian guy with the red astrovan', the "old guy" (I've seen him too, he is about 50, not very old), and myself who buy games in my area.

I asked a lady today if she had any video games and she said "You are the 3rd person to ask me this morning" I said what did the other people look like, so I know my competition. She said "a latino guy" - and I said "was the other guy Asian with a red astro van?" and she said "YES!! How did you know!" I said 'we are always competing for games, so I've got to pick up the pace!"

[dfg]

Nah, I was just playin'. Heh heh, that's funny. Who'da thunk Chicago is such a small town?

[dfg]

Hit up the Microcenter on Elston with that $10 coupon (expires tomorrow 6/22) from the main forum front page. I was gonna grab Persona FES but I went for Mana Khemia instead (rare RPGs FTL!). No used games carried at this location.

They had a big bin of cheap games but they're all in those "lockboxes" and it would've been a pain in the ass to go through everything. There's an EB (didn't know they all haven't gone GS) in the same plaza, so anyone with big brass ones could try to do some serious flipping before the weekend's over.

I also grabbed some cheap ($4) cd wallets to stick in my IKEA DVD tower because my piles of burned crap are getting out of control.

[dpac]

Hit up the Microcenter on Elston with that $10 coupon (expires tomorrow 6/22) from the main forum front page. I was gonna grab Persona FES but I went for Mana Khemia instead (rare RPGs FTL!). No used games carried at this location.

They had a big bin of cheap games but they're all in those "lockboxes" and it would've been a pain in the ass to go through everything.I was thinking of stopping by tomorrow -- late, I know. Last time this was on, I went on a Sunday, too, and picked up PGR3 (love this style of racing), a month of Live, and that official wooden 360 faceplate (which does look very nice on my system). Any word on the sale items this time around, like The Darkness for the 360 and Geometry Wars Galaxies for the DS? If all else fails, I'll see if they have some more PGR or WarTech lying around, but I wouldn't mind getting Prince of Persia for the Wii or Space Invaders Extreme for the DS for ten bucks each. Any of those titles in stock? And any luck with points cards and/or multiple coupons?

[dfg]

I was thinking of stopping by tomorrow -- late, I know. Last time this was on, I went on a Sunday, too, and picked up PGR3 (love this style of racing), a month of Live, and that official wooden 360 faceplate (which does look very nice on my system). Any word on the sale items this time around, like The Darkness for the 360 and Geometry Wars Galaxies for the DS? If all else fails, I'll see if they have some more PGR or WarTech lying around, but I wouldn't mind getting Prince of Persia for the Wii or Space Invaders Extreme for the DS for ten bucks each. Any of those titles in stock? And any luck with points cards and/or multiple coupons?

Sorry... I'm the wrong person for that kind of reporting. I'm not next-gen, and won't be for a while, so I tend not to pay attention to those titles/systems. The only thing I noticed was an endcap that had Manhunt 2 on it, but for reg price. Also, there's still a shelf/section of PC games outside of the regular games area.

[pezmanmike]

I picked up Bioshock (used) for $20 at Blockbuster today.

I'm surprised at some of the deals there.

[dpac]

Sorry... I'm the wrong person for that kind of reporting. I'm not next-gen, and won't be for a while, so I tend not to pay attention to those titles/systems. The only thing I noticed was an endcap that had Manhunt 2 on it, but for reg price. Also, there's still a shelf/section of PC games outside of the regular games area.I stopped by the store on Elston around one and didn't find a lick o' WarTech or The Darkness, but I did find a few copies of Tony Hawk, Geometry Wars, and Manhunt on the shelves and on a back-facing endcap (as well as at least one GW in a DS discount bin near the front of the section). Live cards weren't valid this time around, so I just grabbed a free copy of GW and a $10-after-coupon Wii version of Prince of Persia: Rival Swords (sorry, that looked like the last copy). Tempted to go back for more GW for friends as I'm driving down there again later today, but I didn't see any Space Invaders Extreme for the DS whatsoever.

Thanks for reply, regardless.

[ryosnk]

I stopped by the store on Elston around one and didn't find a lick o' WarTech or The Darkness, but I did find a few copies of Tony Hawk, Geometry Wars, and Manhunt on the shelves and on a back-facing endcap (as well as at least one GW in a DS discount bin near the front of the section). Live cards weren't valid this time around, so I just grabbed a free copy of GW and a $10-after-coupon Wii version of Prince of Persia: Rival Swords (sorry, that looked like the last copy). Tempted to go back for more GW for friends as I'm driving down there again later today, but I didn't see any Space Invaders Extreme for the DS whatsoever.

Thanks for reply, regardless.


I picked up geometry wars for free and space invaders extreme for $10 at the microcenter. I was able to find the space invaders by the register with hidden underneath a bunch of games and mags.

[dpac]

I picked up geometry wars for free and space invaders extreme for $10 at the microcenter. I was able to find the space invaders by the register with hidden underneath a bunch of games and mags.By the register... and hidden underneath games and mags? Wow, that's quite some detective work there. :) I just settled on two copies of Geo. Wars (leaving one on the shelf and none in the bin -- turned out I was confused by a partial look at the cover art of another DS shooter in there). I actually ended up using those two DS titles as... housewarming gifts, which turned out surprisingly well. Happy with what I got overall. Good show, Micro Center.

[chicagoz]

Anyone seen if any Toys R Us locations in our area have any good games that recently dropped? I saw a copy of Farcry for 360 at the TRU on Western Ave but since I already have it, I didn't buy it. I was looking for Battlestations Midway...

[chi.bri]

If anyone is interested I saw a few copies of F.E.A.R. Files on the clearance cart for $20 at Best Buy (Elston) today.

[WeaponX2099]

Who is going to the Taste?

[jaykrue]

Who is going to the Taste?

I'm probably going w/ my gfs and meeting up w/ me sister. Dunno what day though.

[chi.bri]

Who is going to the Taste?

Just got back from the Taste, and it was damn hot. But worth it for the turkey leg.
This trip include the above mentioned plus some rainbow ice cream, chorizo con arepa, and finished my trip with a watermelon and lemon Italian ice.

[phphantomz101]

To anyone interested in purchasing the MGS4 80GB PS3 Bundle, walmart.com reports that the location in Country Club Hills has it in limited availability. Have a nice day Chicago.

[WeaponX2099]

I'm going on the third. It's gonna be great and horrible.

[chicagoz]

Who is going to the Taste?

I usually go on the 4th of July and one other day (Monday or Tuesday) but this year, I'll only be going on the 4th. I like to get there early and get outta there before it gets really crowded. Not to mention I missed out on getting the discounted tickets at Dominick's. First time I forgot about them!

[52club]

Going to the taste without a doubt, got my discounted tickets from Doms, and I always go during the week since I work in the West Loop (so I avoid the larger crowds). The rainbow cones are awesome, I miss them since I don't live on the South Side any longer. The taste portions are the way to go IMO. Also some places actually offer cheaper food than in their normal locations.

[ryosnk]

Anyone go to wizard world? If so, post some pics.

[slowdive21]

I went to WW on Friday, but I didn't take any pics. There were a lot less people than usual and there were more women than usual. Several wrestlers...Somehow I missed the Iron Sheik, but Virgil flagged me down and managed to steal about 5 minutes of my time since I feel bad for the guy (he is there every year). Also Saw 'Scottie too hottie' and 'al snow' who I had no interest in meeting. Not much 'star power' there. Lou (hulk) was there as usual, the only talent I saw was Linsner (who had a booth). I also saw Warren Ellis, but I don't really care about him. I didn't even see the usuals like Silvestri, Liefeld (hack), Alex Ross, Billy Tucci, etc. I think the industry area is one row smaller...I may be crazy, but I don't think I saw a Mattel booth either.

I did find some pretty decent comics. Some ok Silver/Bronze Age books for .25 each. I got a 10 cent cover superboy (for .25) that is worth $20 even in good (2.0) condition. My brother found a Green Lantern 14 or something (for .25) in good, but still worth it. The day went pretty fast. I may actually go for the weekend next year and buy a lot more. I bought a little more than a short box, spent under $50, and each comic I bought was worth at least $5 in the condition it was in.

[ryosnk]

I went to WW on Friday, but I didn't take any pics. There were a lot less people than usual and there were more women than usual. Several wrestlers...Somehow I missed the Iron Sheik, but Virgil flagged me down and managed to steal about 5 minutes of my time since I feel bad for the guy (he is there every year). Also Saw 'Scottie too hottie' and 'al snow' who I had no interest in meeting. Not much 'star power' there. Lou (hulk) was there as usual, the only talent I saw was Linsner (who had a booth). I also saw Warren Ellis, but I don't really care about him. I didn't even see the usuals like Silvestri, Larsen (hack), Alex Ross, Billy Tucci, etc. I think the industry area is one row smaller...I may be crazy, but I don't think I saw a Mattel booth either.

I did find some pretty decent comics. Some ok Silver/Bronze Age books for .25 each. I got a 10 cent cover superboy (for .25) that is worth $20 even in good (2.0) condition. My brother found a Green Lantern 14 or something (for .25) in good, but still worth it. The day went pretty fast. I may actually go for the weekend next year and buy a lot more. I bought a little more than a short box, spent under $50, and each comic I bought was worth at least $5 in the condition it was in.

Hey, I like savage dragon. :) I also find good stuff in the cheap bins and some statues way below retail price at ww. But I'll will try to go next year since this was the first year that I did not go.


I'm a new dad of a baby boy! :)

[slowdive21]

^^^ Oops I meant Rob Liefeld, not Larsen. I just wrote the wrong image comics 'L' name. I have some Savage Dragon Wizard 1/2s (both the original and the special edition) for sale if you are interested. I also have a run from 1-12 or so from the ongoing series for sale too. I think I have some extras of the first mini series too if you need any of them.


I'm a new dad of a baby boy! :)

Congrats!

[WeaponX2099]

I'm a new dad of a baby boy! :)

Congrats, man!!

[shieryda]

I'm a new dad of a baby boy! :)

Congrats! Another future Chicago CAG has been welcomed into the world!:applause:

[ryosnk]

Thanks guys regarding my newborn. Hopefully he does picks up some of my cag skills and use the money for more important things like taking his dad out to the baseball game. :)

[chicagoz]

I'm a new dad of a baby boy! :)

Congratz!

[Blackout]

Congrats on the kid!

[dfg]

Congrats Ryo!


On the much more cynical side, screw the Taste. That's mostly my laziness talking, but I'd rather check out the restaurants themselves than the meager and overpriced versions at the Taste. I did recommend to some of my students to check it out though.

[slowdive21]

^^^I think the only time I 've been to the taste in recent years was 2005 when the Stereophonics played a free XRT show. I would have seen Stevie Wonder if I had heard about him being there.

[chicagoz]

Anyone go to wizard world? If so, post some pics.

I tried to get as many pics of all the people dressed up in costumes as possible. I'll post some pics up on my Flickr account. I just have to find some time to do it.

[stewie75]

What's up guys, just got in from the walmart out in Forest park and they had a huge clearance sale of games. Everything ranging from PSP, 360, PS2, GC, Wii, all for $5 or less. I snatched:

:gc: Zelda: Twilight Princess - $5
:psp: GTA: Vice City Stories - $7
:wii: Wii Game Party - $5
:360: Star Wars II: Original Trilogy - $7
:360: Stuntman Ignition - $5

There was even a bunch of Madden 05's with Ray Lewis on the cover for PS1 there...

[slowdive21]

What's up guys, just got in from the walmart out in Forest park and they had a huge clearance sale of games. Everything ranging from PSP, 360, PS2, GC, Wii, all for $5 or less. I snatched:

:gc: Zelda: Twilight Princess - $5
:psp: GTA: Vice City Stories - $7
:wii: Wii Game Party - $5
:360: Star Wars II: Original Trilogy - $7
:360: Stuntman Ignition - $5

There was even a bunch of Madden 05's with Ray Lewis on the cover for PS1 there...

Did they have any more of Zelda?

[Blackout]

Was there a good amount of 360 games?

[stewie75]

I'm pretty sure I snagged the last Zelda, and the 360 games I saw was a Bomberman Act Zero, Tiger Woods 06, a few Rayman Raving Rabbids, 1 or 2 Stuntman Ignitions, and 3 or 4 Star Wars Original Trilogies. But there was a ton of PS2 games, especially the Hack games, not sure the exact titles, I've never played the series. Didn't see any PS3 games(Damnit)

[jaykrue]

Congrats Ryo!


On the much more cynical side, screw the Taste. That's mostly my laziness talking, but I'd rather check out the restaurants themselves than the meager and overpriced versions at the Taste. I did recommend to some of my students to check it out though.

The ticket prices weren't too bad but the food selection was. I just got back today from the Taste & I swear, the stands all alternated between pizza, chinese food, soul food & desert. Nothing exotic like in years past w/ alligator meat & boar stew. I admit though, a few of the 'taste' portions were worth more than the few tickets it cost (I got a softball-sized watermelon for 2 tix). I'd say the Taste was pretty mediocre this year.

[chicagoz]

I'm pretty sure I snagged the last Zelda, and the 360 games I saw was a Bomberman Act Zero, Tiger Woods 06, a few Rayman Raving Rabbids, 1 or 2 Stuntman Ignitions, and 3 or 4 Star Wars Original Trilogies. But there was a ton of PS2 games, especially the Hack games, not sure the exact titles, I've never played the series. Didn't see any PS3 games(Damnit)

The Dot Hack games? I'm missing some of those. If they have alot of those and a few 360 games, I'll have to make a trip out there in the morning...

[crewj]

i'm glad that videogames aren't affected by the sales tax increase... or are they???

[FFMooglestar]

What's up Chicago thread! So I'm gonna be near your town for a few days come mid July. I already picked up some tickets for the Friendly Confines to watch the Cubs take down the Giants on the 13th. How's the food at the stadium? Or do you guys have any recommendations on eating somewhere around the stadium before the game?

Besides Wrigley, is there anything else you guys think I shouldn't miss while I'm there? Places to eat or shop? Or things to do? I'm up for all kinds of suggestions as long as they don't kill my wallet... those Cubbies tickets already hurt it enough. I believe I'll be staying in the Schaumburg area if that helps at all!

[shieryda]

Target at Addison mall is no longer accepting either form of the $5 a $25 purchase coupon due to "fraudulent activity". The notice went up today, apparently.:cry:

[WeaponX2099]

Target at Addison mall is no longer accepting either form of the $5 a $25 purchase coupon due to "fraudulent activity". The notice went up today, apparently.:cry:

The Matteson one had that up as well.

Went to The Taste. And it was bad. The usual ugly and fat chicks in short shit they shouldn't wear. There was some nice breasts to be seen. Shooting by Buckingham Fountain, and I had run like a motherfucker. The fireworks were short as hell. It was just bad, man.

[CAG 79]

Target at Addison mall is no longer accepting either form of the $5 a $25 purchase coupon due to "fraudulent activity". The notice went up today, apparently.:cry:

Also confirmed at the Brickyard location. It was funny because another cashier was curious as to why they weren't taking the coupon anymore. The cashier that was attending me said that it was getting out of hand, especially with people bringing in oversized coupons. She said most of them would just hand her an entire page with the coupon blown up. LOL.

[chicagoz]

The Matteson one had that up as well.

Went to The Taste. And it was bad. The usual ugly and fat chicks in short shit they shouldn't wear. There was some nice breasts to be seen. Shooting by Buckingham Fountain, and I had run like a motherfucker. The fireworks were short as hell. It was just bad, man.

I've been to the Taste fireworks once.....ONCE. Never more. You all should take heed from my words.

And yes. The fashion ugly are always there, but if you are a breast man, you'll have some nice sightseening...usually. Hahhaha.

Edit: Sorry to all the Chi-town area ladies reading these recent posts. Judging by all the posts as of late, there are no area ladies reading this, only a female visitor to the area....

[chi.bri]

What's up Chicago thread! So I'm gonna be near your town for a few days come mid July. I already picked up some tickets for the Friendly Confines to watch the Cubs take down the Giants on the 13th. How's the food at the stadium? Or do you guys have any recommendations on eating somewhere around the stadium before the game?

Besides Wrigley, is there anything else you guys think I shouldn't miss while I'm there? Places to eat or shop? Or things to do? I'm up for all kinds of suggestions as long as they don't kill my wallet... those Cubbies tickets already hurt it enough. I believe I'll be staying in the Schaumburg area if that helps at all!

Food can be a pain to get, especially if you're not sitting in field seats.
A good pre or post game cheap eat is Bacci Pizza. It's on Addison, north side of street, between Wrigley and the Red Line station.

[shieryda]

What's up Chicago thread! So I'm gonna be near your town for a few days come mid July. I already picked up some tickets for the Friendly Confines to watch the Cubs take down the Giants on the 13th. How's the food at the stadium? Or do you guys have any recommendations on eating somewhere around the stadium before the game?

Besides Wrigley, is there anything else you guys think I shouldn't miss while I'm there? Places to eat or shop? Or things to do? I'm up for all kinds of suggestions as long as they don't kill my wallet... those Cubbies tickets already hurt it enough. I believe I'll be staying in the Schaumburg area if that helps at all!

Make sure you visit Weiner Circle after you've been drinking for 6 straight hours, too! El Jardin has pretty decent Mexican food, too.

[slowdive21]

^^^There's a Mexican restaurant in boys town that has burger time. I don't remember what it is called.

[52club]

What's up Chicago thread! So I'm gonna be near your town for a few days come mid July. I already picked up some tickets for the Friendly Confines to watch the Cubs take down the Giants on the 13th. How's the food at the stadium? Or do you guys have any recommendations on eating somewhere around the stadium before the game?

Besides Wrigley, is there anything else you guys think I shouldn't miss while I'm there? Places to eat or shop? Or things to do? I'm up for all kinds of suggestions as long as they don't kill my wallet... those Cubbies tickets already hurt it enough. I believe I'll be staying in the Schaumburg area if that helps at all!

The friendly confines is known for its average high priced food. As others have stated you are much better off eating before/after the game at a local bar/restaurant.

On a different note I was also very unsatisfied with the taste this year. I always go for the 'taste' portions. So many places had the same kinds of 'taste' portion items compared to past years. Also it used to be all 'taste' items were 3 tickets, now a majority of them were 4 tickets. I'm not sure I'll be returning next year. This was my sixth consecutive year attending since moving to the Chicago area.

[Rahxephon91]

Best Buy in Homewood/Glenwood has 50% all anime dvds during the 4th of July weekend.

I'm not sure how much they have left but I was able to get the Kiddy Grade collection for $20 and Black Cat box set for $25.

Good Luck

[shieryda]

There were about 20 people standing in line outside the BB on Clark this morning. I think about half (or more) were waiting to get their Wiis.

[boatack13]

FYI. The Target on 95th Street in Oak Lawn has a million copies of Call of Duty 2: GOtY (Xbox360) for 5 bucks. There are also about 10 to 15 copies of the Pokemon Diamond/Pearl strategy guide for 4 bucks.

[ryosnk]

The suburb of Harwood Heights raised their taxes to 10.25 so if your by the local gamestop (by dennys and value city) think again when buying a system cause it adds up.

[WeaponX2099]

The suburb of Harwood Heights raised their taxes to 10.25 so if your by the local gamestop (by dennys and value city) think again when buying a system cause it adds up.

Damn, that's high.

[Blackout]

The suburb of Harwood Heights raised their taxes to 10.25 so if your by the local gamestop (by dennys and value city) think again when buying a system cause it adds up.

Wow. fuck THAT! :bomb:

[ryosnk]

Would anyone have the Chicago bears pre-sale code?

Thanks.

[Johnny Postman]

The suburb of Harwood Heights raised their taxes to 10.25 so if your by the local gamestop (by dennys and value city) think again when buying a system cause it adds up.

Welcome to Chicago - Highest sales tax in the USA. And that a-hole Daley wants to waste how many billions on the Olympics?

[D_Icon]

Go Chicago Baseball.

[chicagoz]

Would anyone have the Chicago bears pre-sale code?

Thanks.
I need to buy some tickets, but I'll be working when they go offically on sale. My friend was telling me that for some people, they sell them a day early. I guess this "pre-sale code" is the early sale?

[chi.bri]

I need to buy some tickets, but I'll be working when they go offically on sale. My friend was telling me that for some people, they sell them a day early. I guess this "pre-sale code" is the early sale?

People on the wait list for season tix get a chance to buy before they go on sale to the public, which was last week according to the email I got.
The pre-sale was limited though. You had to buy tix for the KC pre-season game, then you could choose up to four for any other game.

[dfg]

I'm now doubly glad I didn't go to the Taste. I saw the 'copter footage at the rumble by the fountain. I get enough of that in Uptown, thankyaverymuch.

On the VG front... no news.

[WeaponX2099]

I'm now doubly glad I didn't go to the Taste. I saw the 'copter footage at the rumble by the fountain. I get enough of that in Uptown, thankyaverymuch.

On the VG front... no news.

Where did you see that at?

[slowdive21]

I'm now doubly glad I didn't go to the Taste. I saw the 'copter footage at the rumble by the fountain. I get enough of that in Uptown, thankyaverymuch.

On the VG front... no news.

I used to live in uptown, but there is not much to do there. Large lesbian population, but that doesn't do a straight male much good. Garcias on Lawrence/Ashland is good though!

[slowdive21]

Meet the Voice of Master Chief!
Sunday, July 27th at Arlington Park
2-4 pm

Steve Downes, The Drive's Morning Personality and the voice of the Master Chief in the popular Halo Series will be on-site at Arlington Park signing autographs from 2-4 pm on Sunday, July 27th! Bring your games and other Halo merchandise for Steve to sign. You'll also have a chance to enter to win a brand new X-Box 360!
http://www.wdrv.com/images/eblast/2008_gamecrazy.jpg (http://www.gamecrazy.com/)

Join us Sunday, July 27th for Pepsi Family Day at Arlington Park (2200 W. Euclid, Arlington Heights, IL 60006). General Admission is $6, patrons 17 years and under are FREE admission

[ryosnk]

I might go to that for him to sign the games and statue I have. :)

Also would anyone here know how to fix a razor phone (screen black) or would know of a place that does it for cheap?

[dfg]

I saw the fight footage on a local broadcast... 5 or 7... or 9 or 32... can't remember.

I was referring to ghetto Uptown around Truman College. Y'know young black males with their hands on squad cars, people jumping in front of trains and shootings at the Wilson L stop. Good times.

I've been to the Garcia's in Lincoln Square (Western/Lawrence) once. S'okay. My all-time favorite Mexican joint from my high school days was Taco Burrito Palace #2 in Lincoln Park but they've since moved down the street (Lincoln) a bit and it don't feel like home no more. The cheap-eats place I've been meaning to hit for the last x years but always find an excuse not to is Hot Doug's in... Lakeview (3300 N block of California)?

[slowdive21]

I saw the fight footage on a local broadcast... 5 or 7... or 9 or 32... can't remember.

I was referring to ghetto Uptown around Truman College. Y'know young black males with their hands on squad cars, people jumping in front of trains and shootings at the Wilson L stop. Good times.

I've been to the Garcia's in Lincoln Square (Western/Lawrence) once. S'okay. My all-time favorite Mexican joint from my high school days was Taco Burrito Palace #2 in Lincoln Park but they've since moved down the street (Lincoln) a bit and it don't feel like home no more. The cheap-eats place I've been meaning to hit for the last x years but always find an excuse not to is Hot Doug's in... Lakeview (3300 N block of California)?

I used to go to taco burrito palace #2 B4 they moved too. I went once after they moved. (I just remember the new location being really bright and white). I am pretty sure that is the place I used to go to with my buddy, but it was before I lived in Chicago, so I could be wrong.

[SeraphiMichael]

I'm pretty sure I snagged the last Zelda, and the 360 games I saw was a Bomberman Act Zero, Tiger Woods 06, a few Rayman Raving Rabbids, 1 or 2 Stuntman Ignitions, and 3 or 4 Star Wars Original Trilogies. But there was a ton of PS2 games, especially the Hack games, not sure the exact titles, I've never played the series. Didn't see any PS3 games(Damnit)

I wonder if .hack GU Vol 2 is there...?

[dpac]

The cheap-eats place I've been meaning to hit for the last x years but always find an excuse not to is Hot Doug's in... Lakeview (3300 N block of California)?
I don't know what neighborhood it's in, but that's Hot Doug's all right, on the other side of the river from Lane Tech H.S./College Prep. Just be aware that they close by 4 P.M. Monday through Saturday and are prone to unusual days off (like next Monday and Tuesday, the 21st and 22nd of July). Check their web site and/or call to be sure:

http://www.hotdougs.com/

Oh, and the more exotic fare's not exactly cheap (see the online menu), so be sure to bring some extra money, just in case.

[grendel19]

Hey all, I have two desktop PC's up for auction on Ebay. One is a Dell XPS 400 and the other is a custom built housed in a Cooler Master case.

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZgrendel19QQfrppZ50QQfsopZ32QQfsooZ2QQrdZ 0

I've posted in the auction forum, but I'd thought I mention it here also in case any locals who would be interested in doing a local pickup. I didn't mention this in my auction, but local pickup is fine and of course shipping charges would be waived. I'm over in the SW suburbs.

Just trying to sell these PC's to pay for some upgrades. I forgone Craigslist because of flaky buyers in the past, so ended up going through Ebay, though I'd prefer to avoid shipping these PC's.

Anyway, thanks for looking, tell your friends! :)

[chi.bri]

Has anyone been to the Imax in Licolnshire? Is it assigned seating like the Imax at Navy Pier or is it first come first serve?

[dpac]

Has anyone been to the Imax in Licolnshire? Is it assigned seating like the Imax at Navy Pier or is it first come first serve?Was there a few years back for The Matrix Reloaded, and I don't remember having to deal with assigned seating. On a related note, it's hard to compare any IMAX screen to the wrap-around one at the Museum of Science and Industry, but it's nice to see a big action movie on a big screen.

[ryosnk]

I was thinking about going to Imax to check out batman but dont want to drive far for it. So I'm planning to go to Muvico and splurge with the VIP seating. :)

[chi.bri]

I was thinking about going to Imax to check out batman but dont want to drive far for it. So I'm planning to go to Muvico and splurge with the VIP seating. :)

Yeah, I wanted to go to Navy Pier but all the shows for the next couple of weeks were sold out.

[dfg]

The only IMAX show I've ever seen at Navy Pier was Beowulf, and it made it barely worth it. But for a $30 ticket (or whatever) it's got that nasty sticky floor vibe going on, which sucks.

VG-related: Don't forget to take advantage of the GS 20% all used games coupon this weekend.
http://www.ebgames.com/gs/newnews/fsi/images/EBC3006129.jpg

[Lord_Kefka]

FYI. The Target on 95th Street in Oak Lawn has a million copies of Call of Duty 2: GOtY (Xbox360) for 5 bucks. There are also about 10 to 15 copies of the Pokemon Diamond/Pearl strategy guide for 4 bucks.

Hmmm, was this the Greatest Hits version? I may be interested in snagging one of those if it's the original

[John Ketch]

I saw the fight footage on a local broadcast... 5 or 7... or 9 or 32... can't remember.

I was referring to ghetto Uptown around Truman College. Y'know young black males with their hands on squad cars, people jumping in front of trains and shootings at the Wilson L stop. Good times.

I've been to the Garcia's in Lincoln Square (Western/Lawrence) once. S'okay. My all-time favorite Mexican joint from my high school days was Taco Burrito Palace #2 in Lincoln Park but they've since moved down the street (Lincoln) a bit and it don't feel like home no more. The cheap-eats place I've been meaning to hit for the last x years but always find an excuse not to is Hot Doug's in... Lakeview (3300 N block of California)?

Hot Doug's Rules. End of story. They do have crazy hours because Doug goes on vacation on a whim, and there usually is a wait, but it's worth it. I would wait for the autumn when the whether isn't so conducive to standing outside for 20 minutes. I've had the game sausage of the week (i think it was venison) and some sort of french sausage with creamy cheese and dijon mustard. You'll defintely feel like a fat ass but you've gotta treat yourself every now and then.

Also, El Famous Burrito in Rogers Park kicks ass. Great chicken enchiladas.

[boatack13]

Hmmm, was this the Greatest Hits version? I may be interested in snagging one of those if it's the original

Nope. They were in the translucent green cases. Its the original with the extra disc containing making of features and such. Can't beat it for five bucks, I bought two. I was there again about a week ago and they still in abundance, the whole end-cap clearance section is pretty much Call of Duty 2.

[Myeviltwin]

i dont know if this will apply in this thread but are there any chicago heights deals goin on

[ryosnk]

So how is everyone doing? Its been awhile since this has been bumped. Has anyone gotten any good deals within Chicago area?

[WeaponX2099]

Nah, nothing out this way.

[bobo2k4]

Anything good happening at frys? Haven't heard anything from them in awhile

[shieryda]

If anyone can pick me up a Persona 3 guide at Gamestop (supposed to be pennied), I'd greatly appreciate it.:D

[chi.bri]

Speaking of GS. There's a new one opening up on Milwaukee north of Diversey. In the shopping center with the Giordano's.

[dfg]

How long has Microcenter been taking trades? I was paging thru an ad I got in the mail today, and saw their little section about it. I didn't see anything about trades when I was in there a few weeks ago with that coupon.

[spongebobgangster]

hey guys im back from my vacation in lv and glad to be back in chi-town/Gotham city

[chi.bri]

How long has Microcenter been taking trades? I was paging thru an ad I got in the mail today, and saw their little section about it. I didn't see anything about trades when I was in there a few weeks ago with that coupon.

They've been doing it for at least a year, I think. They don't seem to promote it to much and I wonder how it works. Do they give you decent value for the games? Also they let you use your trade value for anything else in the store.

[slowdive21]

If anyone can pick me up a Persona 3 guide at Gamestop (supposed to be pennied), I'd greatly appreciate it.:D

I was going to buy one for 9.99 b4 I went to comiccon and now I don't I will be able to find one. :bomb:

[dpac]

How long has Microcenter been taking trades? I was paging thru an ad I got in the mail today, and saw their little section about it. I didn't see anything about trades when I was in there a few weeks ago with that coupon.
If you're wondering about trades in Chicago, you might have to wait a while: the Micro Center on Elston is one of the three MCs not participating in the program, as far as I know. More often that not, you'll see those exceptions listed in fine print below the ad section dealing with trade-ins. Here's what the latest Gaming Update e-mail had to say about that:

** Used games & trade-ins are not available at St. Davids PA, Elston Ave, Chicago IL & Rockville MD locations. Product quantities are limited, vary or not available in all stores. While supplies last.

[dfg]

Thanks for that clarification, dpac. I double-checked the print ad, and there's nothing about our location not participating. Bastards!

[spongebobgangster]

how all of you recover from storm.

[Blackout]

Holy balls W-T-F is with this storm? Damn thunder sounds like gunshots. Shit is actually hurting my ears. I've never had that happen before.

[shieryda]

That shit was whack last night! We hunkered down in the basement for about an hour with our baby. It cleared up and then all hell broke loose again around 10:45. I was grilling some chicken at around 7:45, and almost got struck by lightning!

So much damage in our area from trees and roofing materials. This is the worst storm I have ever been in, and I've been on this earth for 34 years! When I heard the tornado sirens going off, I was in disbelief because I didn't think Chicago ever got hit by tornadoes.

Hope everyone gets their power restored today. My wife said that 100,000 were without power.

[Blackout]

I was at the Applebees by the Brickyard when the shit went down. Power kept going on and off in the place. The Popeyes next door as well as all the signs went completely off. On the way home there was a massive tree in the middle of the street that blocked off the whole road. We took a side street and there were trees down everywhere.

Tornado sirens went off? Shit are you serious? I didn't hear them. All I know is God must have been PISSED. Did His 360 RROD or something? That storm was too crazy.

[shieryda]

I was at the Applebees by the Brickyard when the shit went down. Power kept going on and off in the place. The Popeyes next door as well as all the signs went completely off. On the way home there was a massive tree in the middle of the street that blocked off the whole road. We took a side street and there were trees down everywhere.

Tornado sirens went off? Shit are you serious? I didn't hear them. All I know is God must have been PISSED. Did His 360 RROD or something? That storm was too crazy.

Yeah, man. The lightning was flashing so frequently that it reminded me of some crazy discoteque with strobe lights. Probably some of the loudest thunder that I've ever heard.

I felt bad for the little rabbit that was caught out in it. He was huddled under a small tree in our gazebo area outside our front door.:cry: Probably shitting himself silly.

I guess quite a few residents in our community had roof and vehicle damage (from the clay roof tiles falling down). One guy took pictures and sent them to our association. His windshield was demolished.

[Blackout]

Ouch that sucks. On the way home I saw a massive tree on top of some sucker's car. Felt bad for the guy. My cat was going nuts last night. Running all over the house and following me wherever I went. He was scared shitless. I'm surprised my power didn't go off. In the past I had lost it over less storms. Kinda weird.

[shieryda]

Ouch that sucks. On the way home I saw a massive tree on top of some sucker's car. Felt bad for the guy. My cat was going nuts last night. Running all over the house and following me wherever I went. He was scared shitless. I'm surprised my power didn't go off. In the past I had lost it over less storms. Kinda weird.

I have to walk around back when I get home tonight to make sure our DirecTV dish is still where it's supposed to be...

[dfg]

Where do you live again, Shieryda?

I only lost my 'net connection three times but nothing more serious than that, here in (W) Rogers Park. I was on my porch watching the storm last night, thinking holy crap this is a storm, and I'm surprised by the lack of visual evidence I saw of it today. One of my clanmates who I was online with last night is a weather buff and he told me he saw how massive the storm was as it was represented graphically online (can't think of a better way to phrase that).

[52club]

I just built my own PC, I've got games for ps2, xbox, ps3, 360, and wii I would be willing to trade for World in Conflict on the PC. If you are willing to trade it let me know what system(s) you are have and what games you want.

[ryosnk]

I was at the Applebees by the Brickyard when the shit went down. Power kept going on and off in the place. The Popeyes next door as well as all the signs went completely off. On the way home there was a massive tree in the middle of the street that blocked off the whole road. We took a side street and there were trees down everywhere.

Tornado sirens went off? Shit are you serious? I didn't hear them. All I know is God must have been PISSED. Did His 360 RROD or something? That storm was too crazy.

Hey my wife was picking up some food at taco bell by the applebees and when she drove away the power went out. I was worried about her (she was with her sister also) but she didnt want to eat anything at home.

[Blackout]

Hey my wife was picking up some food at taco bell by the applebees and when she drove away the power went out. I was worried about her (she was with her sister also) but she didnt want to eat anything at home.


Wow when the power went out it was windy/rainy to the extreme. Did she get home safe?

[ryosnk]

Wow when the power went out it was windy/rainy to the extreme. Did she get home safe?

Yeah she got home safe but I was worried expecially since I was not able to get a cellphone connection through her phone.

[shieryda]

Where do you live again, Shieryda?

I only lost my 'net connection three times but nothing more serious than that, here in (W) Rogers Park. I was on my porch watching the storm last night, thinking holy crap this is a storm, and I'm surprised by the lack of visual evidence I saw of it today. One of my clanmates who I was online with last night is a weather buff and he told me he saw how massive the storm was as it was represented graphically online (can't think of a better way to phrase that).

Six Corners area. Our association is now in the process of filing insurance claims for damaged roofs and vehicles hit by falling debris. Should be interesting...

[chicagoz]

I was at work when that storm hit. When I got off, I tried to get to my car but I couldn't see it. The rain was coming down that hard! First time that I can remember it raining like that.

[shieryda]

I was at work when that storm hit. When I got off, I tried to get to my car but I couldn't see it. The rain was coming down that hard! First time that I can remember it raining like that.

You didn't try to drive home in that shit, did you?!

[typeRJ]

You didn't try to drive home in that shit, did you?!

I did. I was downtown at my friend's condo when the sirens went off. My gf and her best friend had a makeup appointment for her friend's wedding. We were on the 33rd floor at her condo and had to go down. 7 min later it was ok.

We left for Schaumburg at 10:30 pm and got caught in the 2nd really bad storm around Fullerton and 90/94. People completely stopped and turned their hazards on. I finally got her home at 12:30 am. I drove home to my house on Austin between Belmont and Addison. There were broken fences, trees in the streets, downed stoplights, etc. There was no power from the exit at Nagle Ave all the way to my house. Maybe only 3 stoplights worked out of 8.

Things are getting better around my area, but I still don't have power. Again, I'm on Austin between Belmont and Addison. My basement flooded today because the sump pump isn't working...really sucks. And I live in the basement! At least my systems and electronics are ok. Water made it halfway across the room but didn't get to my TV stand...I woke up just in time.

I called and ComEd said 90% of people should get power back today at 6:00 pm. If it's a huge problem, then as late as Friday midnight. I hope I'm not so unlucky.

[mzbagel]

Reading these stories I'm amazed at how little damage there was out my way in Elmhurst. We heard the sirens go off but they sounded distant. So I looked out the window and watched the lightning storm for a while. Eventually the rain slacked off a bit and I headed out the door to return some movies to the library. I pulled into their parking lot and noticed someone had pulled their SUV up onto the curb right in front of the doors and abandoned the vehicle. I thought that was kind of strange... I pulled up to their drive-up window but there was no one around and I had to wait five minutes until someone showed up. Around the same time people started streaming out of the library. So I asked the librarian what was going on and she told me they had been hiding the basement for the last 45 minutes. She proceeds to tell me that a funnel cloud had been sighted a few blocks away which is why they had to go down there. Crazy shit... and I was out driving in that weather and didn't notice a thing. Turns out the report was inaccurate, but still scared the crap out of people in our area. Chicago did seem to get the worst of the damage. My parents had their patio furniture blown all over the yard and a lot of flooding from the rain. I'm glad it missed us.

[shieryda]

From traffic.com:

CHICAGO ROAD HAZARDS
As a result of recent storms, the City Of Chicago is reporting 3,023 tree emergencies, 310 traffic signal outages, 113 light poles damaged, and 195 incidents of wires down.

[SEGA128DC]

Okay, who took all the copies of Eternal Sonata (360) from the CC's on Elston and North Avenue? There was only one copy left at the North Ave. CC, but there was a very deep slash on the back of the game case, that went all the way through to the case itself! I left it at the store, Circuit City employees are just animals!...

Anyway, I did see a copy of F.E.A.R. for the PS3, behind the glass, and there's also one Halo 3 Sling Bag on clearance for $17.02 at the CC on North Ave. I got one for myself a few days ago, it really looks nice in black with lots of compartments and thick padding. It's definitely worth $17...

[chicagoz]

You didn't try to drive home in that shit, did you?!

I waited 5-10 minutes but it was already getting close to midnight and I had no idea how long the storm would last. I didn't want to get home really late so I braved it out. :)

[shieryda]

Okay, who took all the copies of Eternal Sonata (360) from the CC's on Elston and North Avenue? There was only one copy left at the North Ave. CC, but there was a very deep slash on the back of the game case, that went all the way through to the case itself! I left it at the store, Circuit City employees are just animals!...



Was it on clearance?

[SEGA128DC]

Yes, it's part of the Circuit City (August 2008) Clearance Sale...;)

[nikkai]

From traffic.com:

CHICAGO ROAD HAZARDS
As a result of recent storms, the City Of Chicago is reporting 3,023 tree emergencies, 310 traffic signal outages, 113 light poles damaged, and 195 incidents of wires down.

Funniest thing about the storm at our condo - we were in the basement resident garage chit chatting w/ the neighbors while waiting it out.

Then in comes a dude in a moped. Needless to say, he was FUBAR and glad to have made it.

Mopeds and motorcycles are just organ donors on wheels in my mind. At least wear a freaking helmet. Chicago law amazes me sometimes.

[Johnny Postman]

Okay, who took all the copies of Eternal Sonata (360) from the CC's on Elston and North Avenue? There was only one copy left at the North Ave. CC, but there was a very deep slash on the back of the game case, that went all the way through to the case itself! I left it at the store, Circuit City employees are just animals!...

Anyway, I did see a copy of F.E.A.R. for the PS3, behind the glass, and there's also one Halo 3 Sling Bag on clearance for $17.02 at the CC on North Ave. I got one for myself a few days ago, it really looks nice in black with lots of compartments and thick padding. It's definitely worth $17...

Yeah - I thought there were a bunch of Eternal Sonata at these two CC from past trips but when I checked Friday morning, nothing too be found. Did manage to find the Wii games at North Ave along with a hidden FFXII:RW. Got lucky too and picked up Taiko Drum Master which had been sitting on an endcap at $50 forever but just hit $16.96.

Didn't see the Halo bag - is it just a carrying case for the 360 or more like an actual backpack?

[Gameboy415]

If anyone's still looking for a Wii, Target on Roosevelt Road in Wheaton has TONS of them in stock right now. The glass case was FULL when I was there this afternoon.

Has anyone found a cheap Playstion Eye for PS3 on clearance at a Target around here??
They ring up $39.99 for me..

[SEGA128DC]

Didn't see the Halo bag - is it just a carrying case for the 360 or more like an actual backpack?

Hmm, it looks like an actual backpack, but I doubt it can be as useful as a real school backpack. It's specifically designed to carry an Xbox 360 with lots of compartments to hold accessories, cables and controllers. There's also a front zipper compartment that can hold up to ten games...

The Halo 3 Sling Bag was on the top shelf at the very end of the Xbox 360 section...

I hope, I can still find Armored Core 4 (360), today...

Wish me luck...;)

[Johnny Postman]

Picked up a 360 Rock Band bundle for $100 today at Guitar Center (Halsted) so it looks like the sale is still going on here.

Was a really good day since I also snagged a Time Crisis 4 for $30 from the Bucktown BB - but man oh man I've been spending way too much recently on CAG sales/clearance games.

[shieryda]

Picked up a 360 Rock Band bundle for $100 today at Guitar Center (Halsted) so it looks like the sale is still going on here.



Nice find!

[chicagoz]

So my Xbox 360 that I waited 11 hours for on launch day finally red ringed Tuesday. I'm thinking about getting the Elite from Dell. Anyone hear or read of them red ringing alot?

[ryosnk]

If anyone is interested in transformer toys the niles/skokie target has a few of the deep space starscreams for $5.

[Johnny Postman]

So my Xbox 360 that I waited 11 hours for on launch day finally red ringed Tuesday. I'm thinking about getting the Elite from Dell. Anyone hear or read of them red ringing alot?

I'm in the same boat chicagoz - been without a 360 since January after my elite RROD'd (#2 for me) and was really tempted to get in on the Dell deal. If you do go with this sale, you should be OK as people have reported fairly recent build dates (spring '08) on elites from Dell.

In the end, I decided to wait a little longer for the Jaspers to come out along with the price drop in Sept.

[CAG 79]

I bought an Elite on April of this year and it already crapped out last week. Good thing that I got the extended warranty from Best Buy though. All I had to do was go exchange it for a new one and swap the hard drives. So to answer your question, the newer 360's are still crap.