Wisconsin's Official CAG Deals, News & Discussion Thread

[xplocvo]

Picked up Lips for $24.98 at the Sun Prairie Target today. Still 3 left when I left.

I went there this morning and these were still marked at $34.98.

[psunami]

I went there this morning and these were still marked at $34.98.

They were marked that that price, but rang up at $24.98. I just took one over to the scanners to check and make sure.

Sorry for forgetting to mention that.

[xplocvo]

They were marked that that price, but rang up at $24.98. I just took one over to the scanners to check and make sure.

Sorry for forgetting to mention that.

Oh ok. Maybe I'll swing by tomorrow morning and get one. I wonder if anything else is ringing up for less. I've got my eye on the Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe in the glass case once it drops some more.

[psunami]

Yeah. I didn't have a chance to check on any other titles.

I was with my kids and a 4 and 2 year old make life pretty difficult for a CAG sometimes.

[xplocvo]

Yeah. I didn't have a chance to check on any other titles.

I was with my kids and a 4 and 2 year old make life pretty difficult for a CAG sometimes.

I hear you there. Fortunately the Targets are located between my daycare and the office, so I can stop without the kids. :)

I picked up Lips at SP this morning, 2 copies left now. I didn't have anyone pull the MK vs DC out of the case and scan the price on it. The only employee around at the time was on a walkie talkie going on about dusting for prints, sounded like they were robbed this morning.

[bug_nuts]

at target u dont have to have them pull the games out if there is a scanner with numbers on the side. on the top of the red sticker is a number that will be laid out like XXX-XX-XXXX i just type it into my phone.... go to a scanner and type it in!
bug_nuts

[f4t4lfury]

Was in the Onalaska Target today and saw Lips (360) w/ 2 microphones on clearance endcap for $25.

Also, Pawn America in Onalaska has PS2 Slim for $42 ($60 w/ 30% off sale).

[psunami]

There are still two copies of Lips bundle at the Target in Sun Prairie for $24.98 as well.

[bug_nuts]

is lips any good? it seems like alot of people want it.. but is it actually any cool?!

[SEH]

Anyone know if either the Target in Racine or Oak Creek has some copies of Smackdown 09, Tiger Woods 09, or Mirrors Edge on clearance? I'll probably run to check them out tomorrow, but I'd appreciate it if someone could possibly save me a trip.

[psunami]

I'm still waiting to try out Lips. Honestly, I bought it for the two wireless mics so that I can use them when the Rock Band 2 patch eventually comes out.

[dimeadz]

I bought Lips when it came out. It was pretty fun. It is different than just singing for Rockband. You need to shake the mic and get in beat to get the little awards for the song. You can sing into both and shake them to get all the awards for both players. I believe that is an achievement.

On another note.(no pun intended) Has anyone seen the PSN cards for 17 and 40 dollars at Walmart? I checked Madison Janesville and Beloit at different times.

[psunami]

I checked at least 3 of the local Walmarts (West, Sun Prairie, and Watertown) and didn't see the discounted PSN cards. Just normal prices.

[Derrick1979]

Hey do you know anyone interested in any PS2 games and a PS2 memory Card.... its the last of my PS2 collection and im looking to dump it..

Radiata Stories and Rogue Galaxy are both sealed as well as the Official Sony Memory card....

Oh and BTW yes it is good to have more people from WI here but also bad because its more competition and there are a buttload of lurkers and such already in the Milwaukee area ha ha

[SEH]

Stopped a the Oak Creek Target today. I was able to snag a copy of Smackdown 09 for $12.48. It was the last one they had. I didn't see any other clearance games either. I looked all over the electronics department and found nothing. Maybe I'll run to the Racine Target tomorrow.

[bug_nuts]

Hey do you know anyone interested in any PS2 games and a PS2 memory Card.... its the last of my PS2 collection and im looking to dump it..

Radiata Stories and Rogue Galaxy are both sealed as well as the Official Sony Memory card....

Oh and BTW yes it is good to have more people from WI here but also bad because its more competition and there are a buttload of lurkers and such already in the Milwaukee area ha ha

Id be happy to make any trades if u find a game i want or vice versa!

cheers
bug_nuts

[Derrick1979]

Id be happy to make any trades if u find a game i want or vice versa!

cheers
bug_nuts

Where roughly are you at in the Milwaukee Area ? LEts just say im not far from Mayfair Mall.

[bug_nuts]

I'm on the east side... But I drive everywhere!! Lol but not Mayfair too often actually...

[kevin82485]

Best Buy near Steven's Point has some really nice deals on games. Fairly recent titles (including collector's editions) for $25.99...slightly older titles for $10.99. I got SFIV Collector's Edition and Saint's Row 2 CE for $25.99 each, and Grid for $10.99.

[bug_nuts]

Best Buy near Steven's Point has some really nice deals on games. Fairly recent titles (including collector's editions) for $25.99...slightly older titles for $10.99. I got SFIV Collector's Edition and Saint's Row 2 CE for $25.99 each, and Grid for $10.99.

god i want street fighter collectors at tthat price......

[dkreegz515]

im also in the SE WI area... i've yet to see any of the really crazy low deals... like SFIV collectors for 26... pshhh

yeah we need to make sure we all get a quality shot at getting the games when theres a deal... i will easily be willing to trade games or even pick up said games from anyone who can find some crazy clearance deals

[RoGo7]

Best Buy near Steven's Point has some really nice deals on games. Fairly recent titles (including collector's editions) for $25.99...slightly older titles for $10.99. I got SFIV Collector's Edition and Saint's Row 2 CE for $25.99 each, and Grid for $10.99.

Doubt my BB will have Grid of that price, but i'll stop and have a look. TIA!

[Mr Dude65]

Hey, lets see some more Wisconsin deals!

[xycury]

House of the Dead Overkill for $35 at West side Target Madison.

lame i know since ECA and amazon can get cheaper...

But they had like 10+ copies all red tagged clearence....

They could drop further if they stayed.

I'll be happy to pick one up for 20... if it drops that low...

TIV anywhere is like $15...

[Mr Dude65]

Is that all that they had?

[psunami]

They had Fear 2 for 50% off. A few copies of Butcher Bay for 50% off. Guitar Hero 3.

Most of the stuff that has been around for a while.

End War for the PS3 for $44.98 as well. I might take a flier on that at 75% off, just for the headset. Heard the game wasn't all that great.

[Mr Dude65]

sweet, I am gonna go check it out on Friday. Hopefully they still have some stuff!

[dimeadz]

End War for the PS3 for $44.98 as well. I might take a flier on that at 75% off, just for the headset. Heard the game wasn't all that great
I heard the headset isn't that great either.

[dimeadz]

Anyone seen a deal on Hot shots Golf Out of Bounds for PS3?

[psunami]

I haven't seen Hot Shots around the Madison area.

Has anyone seen L4D at Target anywhere?

I've been looking locally, but haven't seen one.

[xycury]

I haven't seen Hot Shots around the Madison area.

Has anyone seen L4D at Target anywhere?

I've been looking locally, but haven't seen one.

360?

Target west had the GotY edition for... I think 35, could be less, maybe 30.

[psunami]

Yeah, I'm just keeping an eye out for the 360 version that is on clearance. (Non-GOTY)

No real urge to pick it up... other than the fact that it is cheap.

[Nameless600]

The Movie Gallery in Beaver Dam, WI is going out of business, was just announced today. All PS3 and 360 games were shipped back to corp. as well as most of the Wii games. Currently everything is 20% off marked price (Ps2/xbox/GC games were marked at 5-15 dollars), but according to the front counter lady the prices are going to drop fast. The DVD's are 9.99 for older titles, and 15 for newer titles (without the 20% off). as well as DVD cases for $ .10 each, which was pretty nice, i picked up 140, which left about a 100 left (sorry guys :-p). I would def. check it out if your in the neighbor hood this next week or two. PM me if you would like the address or additional information.

P.S. They will be open until July 18th, as of then the doors will be closed, all sales are final and about 98% of the inventory is used.

Happy Hunting :),
Nameless600

[dimeadz]

I saw GH Legends of Rock w/guitar for ps3 at Shopko for 26.99.

[psunami]

Is it just me, or you really missing out on not having a Shopko insider like we had here on the forums in the past.

[dimeadz]

Thats what their crappy sale is, really it is 29.99. No idea why it is 3.00 off.

[psunami]

Yeah, that is odd.

I just miss having... Krunk, I believe his name is, as a person keeping track of the drops at Shopko. They had some great deals there. Their clearance games would get down to 90% off.

[dimeadz]

Finally found Hot shots golf, but i had to travel to rockford to get it at 19.99.

[bug_nuts]

anyone in milwaukee i found hot shots golf at the ghetto ass walmart on fdl and capital for $20 they had about 6

[Derrick1979]

anyone in milwaukee i found hot shots golf at the ghetto ass walmart on fdl and capital for $20 they had about 6

Ha ha I hope you washed your hands after you left there :applause:

[bug_nuts]

Ha ha I hope you washed your hands after you left there :applause:

they also had that ps3 hancock blu-ray / remote combo.... it was in teh same glass lockup as the hot shots golf.... i asked to see it so she moves the glass door the other way i reach for the game... and she screams "DONT REACH INTO THE CASE SIR".......... i was like wtf..... are you kidding me?! that is by far one of those walmarts that make u question humanity....... a complete craphole..... but its walmart... the risk one takes lol

cheers
bug_nuts

[BudzMcGee]

I have no idea on Wii prices for things, but the GoodWill on Capital (by walmart near the east side in Milwaukee) had Guitar Hero World Tour bundle for Wii for I want to say $79. The Big Lots accross the street had the 360 version for $130. Honestly have no idea if either are worth it, I don't play those games.

[xplocvo]

House of the Dead Overkill is $12.48 at Sun Prairie Target. They had 4 more copies left this morning.

[SEH]

they also had that ps3 hancock blu-ray / remote combo.... it was in teh same glass lockup as the hot shots golf.... i asked to see it so she moves the glass door the other way i reach for the game... and she screams "DONT REACH INTO THE CASE SIR".......... i was like wtf..... are you kidding me?! that is by far one of those walmarts that make u question humanity....... a complete craphole..... but its walmart... the risk one takes lol

cheers
bug_nuts

I know what you mean. The Walmart here in Racine really makes me question society. All of their employees appear to be the dumbest people set on this earth.

[mavruss]

FYI, Blockbuster on 124th and Capital (Brookfield) is doing the buy1 get 1 free deal on games.
I got Mercs 2 for the PS3 and Ninja Gaiden for the DS for $10.00

[seanw]

FWIW, East Madison Best Buy has a number of the Best Buy titles that are listed at $29 but ring up at $19, plus the B2G1 sale. I got Chrono Trigger, Henry Hatsworth and Broken Sword for $40. (The website didn't say they had Hatsworth, but in fact they had multiple copies; I left at least 2 copies of all those games on the shelf.) They also have Moon for $20.

[psunami]

Sean... long time no see.

I picked up 3 titles at the East store the other day as well.

Wanted to pick up Ninja Gaiden for the DS, but it's still ringing up at $20 here.

[Krunks]

fear not wisconsinites, im still here, and will keep everyone informed of any good clearance drops, i started doing the price changes again a couple weeks ago, but nothing real good has come up, just a bunch of pc and regular xbox games

[psunami]

You da man, Krunks.

Seriously, every time I drive by Shopko I think of the work you've done here.

Well, that and the Ryan Braun picture... that man is a beast.

[deletion]

best buy green bay has guitar hero III bundles for 19.99

[Musashi]

FWIW, East Madison Best Buy has a number of the Best Buy titles that are listed at $29 but ring up at $19, plus the B2G1 sale. I got Chrono Trigger, Henry Hatsworth and Broken Sword for $40. (The website didn't say they had Hatsworth, but in fact they had multiple copies; I left at least 2 copies of all those games on the shelf.) They also have Moon for $20.

What a coincidence, I made the same exact purchase at the Racine Best Buy and left the same number of each on the shelf. I was looking through the racks to see if there were any titles I wanted and I noticed all 3 of those had recently gotten new price stickers and were now all $19.99. I had my eye on all 3 and the price drop sealed the deal. I wanted AOE Mythologies too and was hoping when my sister went she would pick it up if they needed a 3rd title. She told me I was out of luck, my oldest nephew decided to get it for himself.

[shadowkast]

Target in lake geneva hasn't had a clearance section in over a month. WTH!?!? Forgot about this thread and wanted to check in

[dkreegz515]

K-mart in Burlington has Rockband1 Drums for 15

[seanw]

I went to the Movie Gallery in Stoughton in re the $5 sale -- of the three clerks, only the manager knew about it and hadn't thought it started yet. While I browsed, they confirmed that the code was a go, but the only think I wanted to pick up was a DS game. They couldn't quite get the code to work, and then noticed that the DS wasn't on the list of approved platforms. Because we'd already started this transaction, they overrode it for me, which was v. nice. They have a reasonable PS2/3 and XBOX/360 selection.

Went to Oregon and they didn't know about it. I suggested they call Stoughton for the code, and the clerk reported back that the Stoughton store said that the only area stores participating in the sales were Stoughton and Richland (Center?). If anyone hears otherwise, let me know.

[xplocvo]

I went to the Movie Gallery in Stoughton in re the $5 sale -- of the three clerks, only the manager knew about it and hadn't thought it started yet. While I browsed, they confirmed that the code was a go, but the only think I wanted to pick up was a DS game. They couldn't quite get the code to work, and then noticed that the DS wasn't on the list of approved platforms. Because we'd already started this transaction, they overrode it for me, which was v. nice. They have a reasonable PS2/3 and XBOX/360 selection.

Went to Oregon and they didn't know about it. I suggested they call Stoughton for the code, and the clerk reported back that the Stoughton store said that the only area stores participating in the sales were Stoughton and Richland (Center?). If anyone hears otherwise, let me know.

I called the Hollywood Video on Monona Drive in Madison, and the sale is going on there. I doubt I'm going to be able to make it there anytime soon. Unless someone tells me they have extra copies of Far Cry 2, Force Unleashed, or Blue Dragon, then I might have to make the trip.

[kevin82485]

I had to call 3 movie galleries in the Wisc Dells area to find 1 that was actually doing the $5 games deal. Picked up NBA Homecourt, Skate, Ninja Gaiden 2, GRAW 2, and Mercenaries 2

[Mr Dude65]

If anyone can pick me up TFU, Ill pay $8 for it.

[SEH]

If anyone is interested in the GS B2G1 deal, the store in Regency Mall here in Racine had an excellent PS3 selection when I went in this morning. FNR4, Prototype, Bigs 2, Tiger Woods 10, just a great selection of newer used games.

Both GS's here though had somewhat slim pickins for the 360 though. I grabbed the only copies of Prototype and Tiger Woods 10. Neither had NCAA 10 or Bigs 2 though. I did however see one copy of FNR4 at the Regency Point GS for the 360.

[deletion]

sheboygan, wi best buy had 2 bins with bunch of 360, ps3, wii, ds, psp, ps2 for 75% off. here's a few that i remember off the top of my head. the selection was 'so' 'so' bunch of old stuff, but could be gems to others. I was told though that someone came and bought up 500 bucks worth of games, wonder if they nabbed all the good stuff:

360
Quake Wars - 7.50
Beowulf - 5
Baja - 5
Sega Rally - 5
Turning Point - 5
Superman Returns 2.50
WWE RAW 2008 - 7.50
Madden 09 CE - 15
Guitar Hero II - 2.50


Wii
Samba de amigo - 5
Word coach - 5
too many other wii shovelware

PS3
Warhawk (game only) - 5
Guitar Hero III - 5

[Static Puff]

Not sure if they are talking about me but I saw that deal and it was over $550 before discount. I bought only stuff I wanted and did not just buy stuff to trade in.(I hate when people do that)

Wii
animal crossing with Wii speak - 17.50

PS3
Heavenly Sword - 15.00
Silent Hill Homecoming - 10.00

360
Street Fighter 4 collectors edition - 20.00
Mortal Kombat Vs D.C Kollectors edition - 15.00
Tom Clancy's End War with Wireless Headset - 22.50
Baja - 5
Grid - 7.50
Sega Rally - 5
Lost - 5
Sonic/Shrek 3/Viva Pinata Party 3 pack - 5

total $133

[deletion]

Not sure if they are talking about me but I saw that deal and it was over $550 before discount. I bought only stuff I wanted and did not just buy stuff to trade in.(I hate when people do that)


Hey thanks for letting me know what you got. when did you go? i went saturday afternoon around 5pm. I just felt so bad, cuz i stopped by the target about 11am that morning and decided not to go to best buy. then the employees told me that they had like 2 huge bins and felt that i missed out on some pretty sweet deals. did u see anything else worth mentioning? i just was so upset at myself. thanks man.

[Static Puff]

Hey thanks for letting me know what you got. when did you go? i went saturday afternoon around 5pm. I just felt so bad, cuz i stopped by the target about 11am that morning and decided not to go to best buy. then the employees told me that they had like 2 huge bins and felt that i missed out on some pretty sweet deals. did u see anything else worth mentioning? i just was so upset at myself. thanks man.

I was there around noon on Friday. Have not been in that store for like a year went up to Sheboygan cause I wanted to check their Gamestop for used games for the b2g1 sale. The only other things I saw there was Hot Shots Golf, Saints row 2 collectors edition and Brother in Arms collectors edition all for the PS3 not sure on price on any of them.

[deletion]

thanks static puff. i feel better now. i probably would not have picked up the PS3 versions of saints row or brothers in arms. would of if they were 360.

[Derrick1979]

I tell you I would like to find out who are the hoarders around SE WI because unless you happen to stumble on a deal around here everything is going if you blink.

[bug_nuts]

I tell you I would like to find out who are the hoarders around SE WI because unless you happen to stumble on a deal around here everything is going if you blink.


Weird ive had pretty good luck! anything in particular ur looking for? ill keep an eye out!

anyone find a ps3 SFIV cheap?

-bug_nuts

[Derrick1979]

Weird ive had pretty good luck! anything in particular ur looking for? ill keep an eye out!

anyone find a ps3 SFIV cheap?

-bug_nuts


Haha maybe thats why I cant find anything.. And to answer you im always looking for stuff. its just overall I would like to get on a deal once in awhile... I dont know how anyone finds anything at any targets around here unless you can check daily..

[bug_nuts]

gotta go on monday man! milwaukee is ALWAYS behind on the drops.. which is actually pretty awesome... but i am a jobless college kid... so i got time... LOTS OF TIME... let me know if u really want anything and ill make ur deal dreams come true..... lol

[Goodwill Hunter]

Heads up for Milwaukee-area 360 owners - the New Berlin Goodwill had 4 sealed copies of Xbox360 Dragonball Z Burst Limit for $9.99...it now has 3 :D ...good luck!

[mcelfour]

West side Madison Target had nerf N-Strike blasters (no game) for $3.74, I grabbed one of those. They're in one of the toy isles.

I also saw Star Wars TFU PS2 for $13.98, I think; three left. They had quite a bit of new clearance. I can't remember what all there was, but I'll try to remember specific items if anyone is really looking for something.

Oh, I do remember Kim Possible (or some such) on GBA. They had like forty of those.

[getvioletic]

Target in Fitchburg has a few copies of MadWorld for 20.98.

[Mr Dude65]

Does that target have any 360 games?

[mcelfour]

Does that target have any 360 games?

Yeah, a whole case full behind the glass!:bouncy:

Oh, you mean clearance....I think so, but I didn't check any prices, what with me having no xbox 360 and all.

[xycury]

Target in Fitchburg has a few copies of MadWorld for 20.98.

bout time those finally dropped.

maybe wait a bit more and they could be hovering around .... what's the next number 17 or 16? or do they go to 14.98?

That would be a better price.

[psunami]

14.98 would be the next price.

Personally, I'm waiting on Motorstorm Pacific Rift to hit $14.98. There are a few copies on the West Side and in Fitchburg.

I do wonder how many of you I've seen walking by the clearance sections over the last few months. heh.

[mcelfour]

14.98 would be the next price.

Personally, I'm waiting on Motorstorm Pacific Rift to hit $14.98. There are a few copies on the West Side and in Fitchburg.

I do wonder how many of you I've seen walking by the clearance sections over the last few months. heh.

We could develop a secret handshake.

[xycury]

14.98 would be the next price.

Personally, I'm waiting on Motorstorm Pacific Rift to hit $14.98. There are a few copies on the West Side and in Fitchburg.

I do wonder how many of you I've seen walking by the clearance sections over the last few months. heh.

We could develop a secret handshake.


Yeah I gotta wonder too.

I rarely go, maybe once a month, so I'll probably hardly run into any of you.


I did manage to pick up that Riddick game. Chronicles of Riddick PC for <10.

Includes the remasterd original that I never played.

can't remember what else they had, TONS of lizzy mcguire for the GBA...

[Mr Dude65]

Im going today. Hopefully, there's some stuff left. Ill post here first with my finds!!!

[getvioletic]

I just went to the Target in Fitchburg and this is what they had:

PS3 :ps3:
F.E.A.R. 2 - $24.98
Motor Storm - $14.98
Motor Storm Pacific Rift - $29.98

360 :360:
HAWX - $41.98
NHL 09 - $41.98

Wii :wii:
AMF Bowling - $13.98
Wall-E - $20.98
Space Camp - $13.98
Ultimate Band - $12.48

PS2 :ps2:
Mortal Kombat Kollection - $13.98
Madden 09 - $13.98
NBA 2K9 - $4.98
Rock Band Track Pack 2 - $20.98

PSP :psp:
NBA 09 The Inside - 14.98
Naruto 2 - 19.98

[psunami]

My hope is that Pacific Rift hits 14.98 tomorrow.

Hopefully I can grab a copy before it's gone. I think there were 3 left last time I looked.

West Side Target had that one as well.

[Mr Dude65]

one left that I saw. Rang at $29.98.

[psunami]

Still rang at $29.98 today as well.

Might try the West Side store at lunch time.

[perdition(troy]

you dirty madison cag's

[heybtbm]

I picked up Riddick (360) for $14.98 at Target (Madison - Westside) this weekend. They still had 4-5 left as of Sunday. They also had 1 HAWX (360) for the same price, but I left it there. These were definitely $29.xx a few days before.

[psunami]

Bugger. I should have stopped there yesterday.

Hope they still have a few more.

[psunami]

Riddick and HAWX are cleared out at the West Side Target now. Bummer.

[BudzMcGee]

Best Buy in Lake Geneva had a good clearance going, better than all the other ones I've seen. The way it worked was if you got one game on clearance you got 30% off, two games got 40% off each game, and 3 games equaled 50% off each game. The best buy at... best buy.... was the xbox 360 controller with viva pinata combo pack. Picked up that with brothers in arms and avatar for a total of $43. They had several collectors editions of street fighter 4 and end war as well. Games were in 3 spots, at front of game section, on back game wall and up by register. This was a couple of days ago so good luck cag's!

[BudzMcGee]

also, it didn't seem to matter game prices, aka, if you got the end war bundle priced at 90 and two games priced at 10, you got 50% off each individual game.

[psunami]

Target in Fitchburg dumped a whole lot of clearance games on the shelf this week. Lots of 30% off stuff. Patapon 2 for the PSP, Riddick for the PS3, a few others... none than I can remember at the moment though.

[Goodwill Hunter]

Credit to the OP in the video game forum for pointing out a bunch of games at 50% off at the Brookfiield Best Buy. Picked up a Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway CE for $19.99 and Scene-it 2 unbundled for $9.99, both for the 360. There's still a bunch of other titles for the 360, PS3, Wii, and some for the PS2 and PSP.

[Mr Dude65]

Found Rock Band 2 SE for $75 at Walmart in Monroe for 360. THey had PS3 versions too. Also had drumsets for $19!!!!!!!!!!

[mavruss]

Best Buy at Mayfair is having a 50% sale on a lot of titles.

the one that sttod out for me was Saints Row 2 Collectors PS3 edition for $15.00 They had about 6 there when I left.

[Derrick1979]

Best Buy at Mayfair is having a 50% sale on a lot of titles.

the one that sttod out for me was Saints Row 2 Collectors PS3 edition for $15.00 They had about 6 there when I left.

Did they have any 360 stuff in that sale?

[psunami]

Best Buy at Mayfair is having a 50% sale on a lot of titles.

the one that sttod out for me was Saints Row 2 Collectors PS3 edition for $15.00 They had about 6 there when I left.

Dang. I'd pick it up for that price. Wonder if Madison stores will be anywhere near that.

[getvioletic]

Dang. I'd pick it up for that price. Wonder if Madison stores will be anywhere near that.


If I remember correctly the Best Buy on the West side has it for around $24, not quite the $15 mark but still a reasonable deal. Also this was as of about 30 minutes ago I saw quite a few of them on the shelf.

[sigmano9]

any idea how long the mayfair sale is suppose to last?

[psunami]

Well, $24 with the $10 off coupon on Reward Zone would do it for me. I'll have to give that one a look tomorrow.

Thanks.

[mcelfour]

Does anyone know if and where I can find Hori DS lite screen protectors around Madison?

Apparently Targets had them at one point, but I don't know if they do currently. LMK if anybody has seen them around lately. Thanks!

[Derrick1979]

:bouncy:

[psunami]

Ended up with two copies of the Saints Row CE from West Madison Best Buy. (1 for trade)

The coupons on the reward zone site make it hard to pass up for 14 bucks.

[xplocvo]

Ended up with two copies of the Saints Row CE from West Madison Best Buy. (1 for trade)

The coupons on the reward zone site make it hard to pass up for 14 bucks.

Were there any more left? I am going over to the West side tonight.

[psunami]

There were still 2 copies left when I went there yesterday.

[xycury]

Does anyone know if and where I can find Hori DS lite screen protectors around Madison?

Apparently Targets had them at one point, but I don't know if they do currently. LMK if anybody has seen them around lately. Thanks!


I think Fitchburg had some, but unsure if it was just a knockoff, with some styluses....

[xplocvo]

I got stuck at work so I didn't get a chance to go over to the West side, but I did stop at the East side Best Buy on the way home. Nothing much exciting there. They did not have either Saint's Row 2 CE or the Brothers in Arms CE for X360. They had a lot of 50% off titles but nothing I was interested in. They did have Hot Shots Golf for PS3 marked down to $30.

[heybtbm]

Target (Westside - Madison) hasn't marked down the bulk of their clearance titles in over a month. It's really strange. I even scanned a few games in disbelief, but of course...the clearance tags were accurate.

You also have to love the fact they still have 1 copy of Def Jam (something something...the fighting one) on clearance. This thing hit the clearance endcaps just after Christmas. Now THAT'S staying power. How did this slip through the cracks (besides the fact that no one wants it)?

[psunami]

I remember picking up a copy of Def Jam at Shopko almost 2 years ago.

The Sun Prairie Target has a few of Battlestation Pacific for the 360,(5 or 6 copies) but at $41.98 still.

They had a few Pacific Rift for $29.98 as well.

I noticed that the Fitchburg place hasn't done anything in a while.

I'd bet that the copies of Saints Row are still at the West Madison store. They're just sitting on a shelf with the other collectors editions and seem almost hidden from view... for whatever reason.

[heybtbm]

In case people are still looking for the CE Saints Row 2...there are 10+ copies left at Best Buy (Madison - West) for $26.xx. Not interested myself, but they're there on the top shelf in the 360 section.

[psunami]

Picked up the last Battlestation Pacific for $14.98 at the Sun Prairie Target today.

They still have some Pacific Rift copies there for $14.98 left.

[xplocvo]

Picked up the last Battlestation Pacific for $14.98 at the Sun Prairie Target today.

They still have some Pacific Rift copies there for $14.98 left.

I got the last Pacific Rift this morning, thanks for the heads up.

They have a few of the first Motorstorm for $7.48, as well as two copies of HAWX for 360 at $14.98.

[psunami]

I passed on HAWX. I don't know why. Looks like a decent flight game.. .but for some reason I just can't pick it up.

[Terrenceistheman]

I passed on HAWX. I don't know why. Looks like a decent flight game.. .but for some reason I just can't pick it up.

not related to anything specifically, i also enjoy the IT Crowd

[psunami]

not related to anything specifically, i also enjoy the IT Crowd

I have yet to meet a person that doesn't love that show. I can't wait for season 4.

[bsquared]

The Fitchburg target had a couple games on clearance that seemed new to me.
Dead Space (PS3) - 20
Rainbow Six Vegas (PS3) - 20
Frontlines (360) - 10
SoCom with the PS3 headset -30 (seems like a steal)

They had some others but these are just the one I noticed.

Hope someone gets some good deals.

[psunami]

Dang. I've been curious about Socom as I need another headset.

[xplocvo]

Stopped by Sun Prairie Target this morning and they had the following:

MadWorld (Wii) - $14.98
Dead Space (PS3) - $20.98
Tomb Raider Underworld (PS3) - $7.48
Spider-Man Web of Shadows (PS3) - $7.48

They had a few others like Bionic Commando and 50 Cent, but the prices were still high.

[perdition(troy]

anybody go to any midnight releases for batman?

[sigmano9]

Stopped by Sun Prairie Target this morning and they had the following:

MadWorld (Wii) - $14.98
Dead Space (PS3) - $20.98
Tomb Raider Underworld (PS3) - $7.48
Spider-Man Web of Shadows (PS3) - $7.48

They had a few others like Bionic Commando and 50 Cent, but the prices were still high.


man, would love to have tomb raider at that price. the targets in the milwaukee area always have shitty clearance. that or the good titles are cleaned out.

[psunami]

I was just out there a few hours ago and missed Spiderman and Tomb Raider. Don't know if they were there, just was in and out quick looking for Socom.

[xycury]

Good price on Madworld. Just a tad lower than the last coupon go around with edge.

[heybtbm]

Toys R Us in Madison had a few PS3 Slim's this afternoon. There were two left after I picked one up.

[psunami]

I grabbed the Tomb Raider at the Sun Prairie store last night.

Stopped by the East Madison store as well, but didn't really see much of interest there.

I saw a bunch of PS3 slims at the East Madison Best Buy last night though.

[Mufasa]

Anyone know of any sweet Shopko deals??

[psunami]

I don't think there have really been any Shopko deals in a while. Krunks will post them from time to time though.

[Mr Dude65]

Dude, went to see my brother in Peoria, IL, so I stopped by Target, and they had Cryostasis on clearance. I didn't even know that was released yet. Anybody see it in WI?

[Krunks]

shopko has ps3 slims in, not a deal, but just letting people know, also, theres some games on sale, but not that great, batman is $55 for 360, fight night 4 for ps3 $55 so nothing really that great, last "deal" i really remember was wario land shake it for $15 in april lol

[Mufasa]

shopko has ps3 slims in, not a deal, but just letting people know, also, theres some games on sale, but not that great, batman is $55 for 360, fight night 4 for ps3 $55 so nothing really that great, last "deal" i really remember was wario land shake it for $15 in april lol

what does their clearance look like?

[Mr Dude65]

nada

[iflabs]

Dude, went to see my brother in Peoria, IL, so I stopped by Target, and they had Cryostasis on clearance. I didn't even know that was released yet. Anybody see it in WI?

No, but I gots it for free with my video card. Har har har.

[psunami]

There are still two copies of the collector's edition of Saints Row II for the PS3 at the West Madison Best Buy.

The price listed now is down to $19.99

[RoGo7]

Do Sears Grands follow the same discount route as regular Sears? Going out of town and wondering if I should hit a few up.

[Derrick1979]

for the most part yes sears grand follow the sale price drops as the other stores

[RoGo7]

Thanks! I'll take my chances then. I'll report back if I find anything.

[sigmano9]

if anyone is looking for a $19.99 valkyria chronicles, the walmart on w. hope ave. in milwaukee has 2 copies left

[psunami]

Just to inject a bit more life into this thread....

Saw the Collector's Edition of WWE Smackdown 2009 for the PS3 for $29.99 at the West Madison Best Buy today.

They still had a few copies of the collector's edition of Saint's Row 2 for the PS3 for $19.99 and the 360 version for $20.49.

[heybtbm]

They still had a few copies of the collector's edition of Saint's Row 2 for the PS3 for $19.99 and the 360 version for $20.49.

They just can't seem to shake those things.

[Derrick1979]

They just can't seem to shake those things.

I would snag up on one for $20 but around Milwaukee they are gone ;)

[psunami]

They just can't seem to shake those things.

You'd think they were hidden... or the game is absolutely awful based on how long they've been sitting around.

[Derrick1979]

You'd think they were hidden... or the game is absolutely awful based on how long they've been sitting around.

I actually had more fun with it then GTAIV when I had it on my PS3 now that I sold my PS3 I would like to get it for the 360 and beat it ha ha.. you have to remember the game is what a year or so old now so people move on and collectors edition or not some people will keep passing on it.

BTW speaking on the Gamecrazy closings the Pewaukee and Milwaukee (Mitchell St.) stores will be closing ;)

[sigmano9]

BTW speaking on the Gamecrazy closings the Pewaukee and Milwaukee (Mitchell St.) stores will be closing ;)


really?!? i used to hit up the one in pewaukee every once and a while on my way home from work...damn now i'll have to use the one in west allis

[Nakilos]

I believe the West Allis one closed a year or two ago, unless you're referring to a different one.

The Cudahy, Racine, Kenosha and I am fairly sure Fond Du Lac Gamecrazy stores are staying open. Realistically the Cudahy one is the closest to be able to accomodate a lot of the Milwaukee area but it has always been pretty steadily busy.

[Vulgarism]

Dude, went to see my brother in Peoria, IL, so I stopped by Target, and they had Cryostasis on clearance. I didn't even know that was released yet. Anybody see it in WI?


Picked it up at the Sturgeon Bay's Target for $7.xx today.

[sigmano9]

I believe the West Allis one closed a year or two ago, unless you're referring to a different one.

probably the same, i havent been to that one in aboot a year or two......damn that sucks.

[Derrick1979]

probably the same, i havent been to that one in aboot a year or two......damn that sucks.

Yeah it looks like if your in the Milwaukee area your stuck with the Crudahy location now if you want a GC store..

[RoGo7]

Shopko has GHWT for PS3 @ $20.99.

The other GHWT & Rockband for other systems were not marked. They were on the top shelf and way out of reach. Anyone know if the Xbox360 is the same price?

I don't want to get someone and end up not getting it.

[manthing]

Shopko has GHWT for PS3 @ $20.99.

The other GHWT & Rockband for other systems were not marked. They were on the top shelf and way out of reach. Anyone know if the Xbox360 is the same price?

I don't want to get someone and end up not getting it.

Game only?

[RoGo7]

Nope, Big boxes. So I assume at least 1 guitar is in there.

[bug_nuts]

Yeah it looks like if your in the Milwaukee area your stuck with the Crudahy location now if you want a GC store..

Anyone really like game crazy? the ones in mill seem kinda .... well crappy

[jer7583]

I used to work at the one in West Allis on National before they closed.

Old manager when I first started was the biggest thief, then the guy after that was cool, we had halo 2 parties at his house sometimes. It's been an Advance Auto Parts for almost two years now.

[Derrick1979]

I never really had any good experiences at any of the gamecrazy's around milwaukee so I could care less.. suprisingly for the most part I get real good serivce at the Few Gamestops I frequent.

[Derrick1979]

Double post here... just wanted to give the heads up that the Target Store on 124th and Capitol Drive is now open again.

[jer7583]

Are there any kind of cool hangout-gaming lounge type places in milwaukee? I know there's an "internet cafe" type place downtown but it seems to be more like "come here and pay $4 an hour to play WoW" type of scene.

I think it'd be cool to have a place to go and find people to play Street Fighter 4 with. Back at Michigan State there was an arcade I liked going to about once a week to play CvS2 with a group of people.

[bug_nuts]

Are there any kind of cool hangout-gaming lounge type places in milwaukee? I know there's an "internet cafe" type place downtown but it seems to be more like "come here and pay $4 an hour to play WoW" type of scene.

I think it'd be cool to have a place to go and find people to play Street Fighter 4 with. Back at Michigan State there was an arcade I liked going to about once a week to play CvS2 with a group of people.



i wish there was one..... lets open one! lol

[Terrenceistheman]

was just in the Wal Mart in Sun Prairie and they had the Xbox 360 Special Edition of Rock Band 2 for $80. Think the cheapest I've seen it before is $99

http://imgur.voxcdn.com/TvWdq.jpg

[Mr Dude65]

I picked one up for $75 in August.

[Chambered]

La Crosse, WI

South side Shopko has Fallout 3 GOTY marked down to $39.99. Lots of copies when I was there.
The others might have it, too, probably call before you drive there, though.

[perdition(troy]

walmart in racine/oak creek has mw2 for 55.05

[DukeSoccer]

walmart in racine/oak creek has mw2 for 55.05

same with the one in pewaukee, plus a bunch of other new games for 55.05

[mcelfour]

West side Madison Shopko has DBZ: Bukdokai 2 and a Naruto game on PS2 for $3.49. I bit on DBZ for that.

[aeri]

Figured I'd post this here. Green Bay Best Buy had 3-4 copies of Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World or whatever for $15 bucks. It's in the bin outside of the aisles. Not sure if it's there after black friday, but they were before!

In addition, a few Naruto games (forgot prices, 15 or under tho) and I saw one copy of Lock's Quest for 15.

[BudzMcGee]

Target on Brown-deer rd in Milwaukee has X-mean Origins: Wolverine (uncaged edition if it matters at all) for $15 on clearance. They had a few copies left. (Clearance games are in the back of the electronics section literally right across from the TV's.)

[sigmano9]

Target on Brown-deer rd in Milwaukee has X-mean Origins: Wolverine (uncaged edition if it matters at all) for $15 on clearance. They had a few copies left. (Clearance games are in the back of the electronics section literally right across from the TV's.)

damn i was just there yesterday. i can never find where they put their clearance games cause they're always changing its location. guess i didnt move far enough down the tv aisle.

[broadbandit]

Target on Brown-deer rd in Milwaukee has X-mean Origins: Wolverine (uncaged edition if it matters at all) for $15 on clearance. They had a few copies left. (Clearance games are in the back of the electronics section literally right across from the TV's.)

Ill have to go check tomorrow if I feel better. The target in Grafton still has it at 29.98 as of yesterday.

[broadbandit]

Ill have to go check tomorrow if I feel better. The target in Grafton still has it at 29.98 as of yesterday.

I did go the day after and found wolverine to be 14.98

[munn3yxiong]

Are there any kind of cool hangout-gaming lounge type places in milwaukee? I know there's an "internet cafe" type place downtown but it seems to be more like "come here and pay $4 an hour to play WoW" type of scene.

I think it'd be cool to have a place to go and find people to play Street Fighter 4 with. Back at Michigan State there was an arcade I liked going to about once a week to play CvS2 with a group of people.

man havent be4en on here for a long time. u play sf4/street fighter (insert whatever)? i play too. Are u on shoryuken? if not hit that up cuz lots of people play fighting games in milwaukee. i go to lots of street fighter tournaments so u should come too.

[psunami]

East Madison Best Buy had the Modern Warfare 2 prestige edition for the 360 for $74.99 for Christmas week.

Hell, I'm debating picking it up and I already have it for the PS3.

[Trakan]

Stop with the return fraud questions. You can't discuss taking it back to a store that it wasn't purchased from on CAG.

[deletion]

Stop with the return fraud questions. You can't discuss taking it back to a store that it wasn't purchased from on CAG.

you tell them man. stupid 'tards.

[Mr Dude65]

I didn't mean to talk about return fraud, only the stupidity of asking if they scan the barcode to return an item.

[perdition(troy]

East Madison Best Buy had the Modern Warfare 2 prestige edition for the 360 for $74.99 for Christmas week.

Hell, I'm debating picking it up and I already have it for the PS3.

forgot to post this, but I drove through that snow storm we had and picked up the last two. took me an hour 45 there and three hours back. ugh lol.

[Mr Dude65]

Gonna eBay 'em? Hell, you'd probably make more selling everything separately if that's your plan. Wish I had been able to get there!!!!!!

[perdition(troy]

nah, one for myself as a Christmas present, the other as a Christmas present to my little brother. I thought about grabbing an extra one to ebay but decided to give it to a guy who was looking at getting the normal game for $60

[Mr Dude65]

Cool. I would have probably been a mercenary SOB, but it's nice to help people out too.

[Solid-Snake-Eyes]

Stop with the return fraud questions. You can't discuss taking it back to a store that it wasn't purchased from on CAG.
I didn't do it, if that makes you feel better. :???:

[seanw]

Last day of the Movie Gallery sale ... I can confirm that the Movie Galleries in Stoughton, Oregon, Sauk City, Baraboo, Tomah and Verona and the HWV Monona don't have anything at $5 that's tradeuppable as part of the Gamestop deal. (I was travelling north; it wasn't an intentional cheap game safari.) Apart from my local GS, where I picked up Assassin's Creed and Resistance 1 & 2 for $5 before Christmas to play, all I ever found to flip for this deal were three Need For Speeds and a Godfather II. I would've loved to have found just one more to flip and get a $20 Wii points card, but alas ....

As far as other games <$30, there's lots of good Gamecube, PS2 and Xbox stuff to be had, but precious little in terms of current gen except for last year's (and 2008's and 2007's) sports titles, with the occasionally racing game. There are a lot of good games out there hovering at the $35 price point, alas.

EDIT: The sale is apparently four days longer now (through 1/10), and there's a $5 copy of Super Paper Mario in Stoughton if anyone needs it.

[KingElessar]

The East Madison Best Buy has Prince of Persia(360) for $10. There were about 5 copies left after I picked one up. I assume it's worth that price.

[njkrautk]

There is a main thread about Batman on the 360 being clearanced out at Sam's Club for $9.87. I wasn't sure if anyone had seen this in their local stores, but there were two more copies left in the Sam's Club in Wausau, WI today as of 6:00 pm.

[klwillis45]

The BB in Fox Point has an endcap next to the checkout with 50% off select titles for assorted systems. (DS, Wii, 360, PS3, PSP)
I picked up Dead Space: Extraction for $15. They also had Saints Row for $10.

[Derrick1979]

The BB in Fox Point has an endcap next to the checkout with 50% off select titles for assorted systems. (DS, Wii, 360, PS3, PSP)
I picked up Dead Space: Extraction for $15. They also had Saints Row for $10.


Anthing else worth while in there?

[klwillis45]

Nothing besides those 2 tempted me for Wii or 360.
I don't have any of the other systems so I didn't even pay attention to what was there.

[bug_nuts]

bb in foxpoint used to have a 75% off endcap.... good ol days...

[seanw]

All of the Movie Galleries/Hollywood Videos in the greater Madison area are closing except for Oregon.

[psunami]

Wonder if they're going to be selling out anything....

Might be worth keeping an eye on.

[Nophix]

Wonder if they're going to be selling out anything....

Might be worth keeping an eye on.

Hollywood here in Stevens Point is clearing everything out, and selling off all their displays and equipment. I'm getting a list of prices for the equipment, so I can purchase some of the displays and what not.

[mcelfour]

Westside Madison Target had Advance Wars Days of Ruin for $7.48 on clearance.

[llm962]

The Hollywood video in Green Bay on Military/Mason is closing. They close for good at the end of March. Games right now are 30% off. There are almost no new games left except for bad games that probably won't sell at 95% off. There are some decent used titles left--but the prices are so jacked up that with 30% off most of them aren't worth it. Games are not in original cases and most are missing manuals, fyi. All sales final. I am waiting until the prices are slashed more before I bite but as it says on the front door of the store "If you don't buy it today, it won't be here tomorrow." Happy hunting.

[shinryu333]

anyone know of any best buys that still have ngs2 or ffd guides laying around? would appreciate the help, my location is Oshkosh. by the way my hollywood with gamecrazy attached is also going out of business. shame that I only have one hollywood vid left. no k-mart, no sears, and now no gamecrazy. I got today off and wouldn't mind driving around for a bit

[llm962]

The Hollywood on Military in Green Bay is now up to 40-60% off. Went back and there were still a good deal of used games left. Got some good titles on the cheap.

[mcelfour]

Westside Madison Target has Fire Emblem Shadow Dragon for 7.48. I saw one copy only.

[psunami]

I swear that copy of Shadow Dragon has been there for a while. I almost picked it up a few weeks ago, then realized that I already had it at home. Someone needs to get me a blackberry app where I can take a picture of a UPC and it will tell me if I already have the damn thing. heh.

[mcelfour]

I swear that copy of Shadow Dragon has been there for a while. I almost picked it up a few weeks ago, then realized that I already had it at home. Someone needs to get me a blackberry app where I can take a picture of a UPC and it will tell me if I already have the damn thing. heh.

It's been there for ~$15 for a bit. I don't know how long it's been marked down. I have one too. I am a little said I paid so much for it, since I've seen it all over clearanced...but FE sometimes are less common, so I didn't want to be w/o one.:roll:

[psunami]

I'm just missing the Wii version of FE. Sad that I missed picking it up, but that's how it goes sometimes.

Haven't seen it at Shopko since it clearanced out there either.

[xplocvo]

Sun Prairie Target has 4 boxes of the Beatles Rock Band full band set, marked down to $62.48.

[getvioletic]

The finds of the night

East side Madison Target had 3 Beatles Rock Band Special Editions :ps3: for $62.48
West side Madison Target had a handful, maybe more Bioshock 2 CE for :pc: for $55.xx

edit: Bioshock 2 not Bioshock

[psunami]

Picked up the last Personal Trainer: Walking for the DS at the West Madison Target today for $12.48.

I'll be curious to see how long those PC Bioshock 2's hang around.

[llm962]

The Hollywood Video in Appleton is closing. Went by there a few days ago and got tons of good finds on the cheap including Bayonetta, Operation Flashpoint and Modern Warfare 2. Everything is 40% off. A lot of it has been picked over already but it's probably still worth a look.

[seanw]

Bought Fallout 3 GOTY PS3 at the East Side Madison Sears for $19.97. Left one copy; if it's still there the next time I visit, I'm buying it to hopefully trade for LittleBigPlanet.

[xplocvo]

Bought Fallout 3 GOTY PS3 at the East Side Madison Sears for $19.97. Left one copy; if it's still there the next time I visit, I'm buying it to hopefully trade for LittleBigPlanet.

I bought this, for a friend of mine. Thanks for the tip.

[psunami]

Anything else decent at the Sears?

I've had such bad luck finding things on clearance there. Last item I got lucky on was Scene-it for the 360 for $19... like 2 or 3 years ago.

[xplocvo]

Anything else decent at the Sears?

I've had such bad luck finding things on clearance there. Last item I got lucky on was Scene-it for the 360 for $19... like 2 or 3 years ago.

Nope, not a thing worth mentioning. The only thing I noticed was on clearance was Star Wars Clone Wars Republic Heroes for PS3 - marked down to $39.99. #-o

[llm962]

My friend in Shawano told me that the Movie Gallery there is closing. He picked up some good titles for really cheap including Borderlands, MX Vs ATV and Bayonetta. He said there's not a whole lot left, as they've been 50% there for awhile, but it's still worth a look. He said there are TONS of blu rays all 50% off--very good deals on new releases. There is also a very large selection of adult DVDs on the cheap, if you're into that.

[shinryu333]

found socom with headset for $20 at walmart in neenah. theres about 6 more when I left if anyone wants

[psunami]

I need to take a look for Socom in Madison. I'd like to replace my PS3 bluetooth headset, so I can have one in the car again.

[sigmano9]

best buy northridge (milwaukee) is closin up shop march 27th :cry: they had a slew of games @ 40% off. no recent releases though. just a bunch of stuff they overstocked.

[ryanflucas]

I didn't catch up on this thread entirely yet, but I'm posting anyway.

The Best Buy in Milwaukee (Northridge) is closing, and they increased their % off from 40 to 50% on all video games (systems excluded). DJ Hero Renegade & Beatles Rock Band are down to $80 and in stock for 360,PS3,Wii. I saw about 30 of each tonight when I was in. There's other Guitar Hero, Rockband accessories too like the fog machine, some drum pad accessories.

HDTV's are 20% off, Computer software is 50% off. Computer software is nearly gone, but if any of you want a Quickbooks Pro 2010 for whatever need, it's $99 after discount. PM me if you want a breakdown of TV prices. I was making inventory lists for friends and noted TV sizes from 19" to 24". Other locations are moving their excess overstocks to this location.

The big discount was 50% off new Blu-Ray players and 60% off floor model blu-ray players. I bought a Sony BDP-N460 (http://www.amazon.com/Sony-BDP-N460-Blu-ray-Player-Black/dp/B002PHM0XQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1268804392&sr=8-1) for $99 new. All movides, blu-rays, music, desktop computers, most computing accessories have been moved to other stores. In the video gaming area I did see Bioshock 2 Collector's Edition for 360 & PS3 for 50% off. There's also Modern Warfare 2 Hardened Editions at 50% off for 360 and PS3. Nintendo DSi systems at $169.99 before 20% discount.

Best Buy Reward Zone coupons and certificates are still in full effect. All sales are considered final, but they are still selling replacement warranties on electronics.

Blockbuster is closing 3 branches - Glendale (shopping center opn the southwest corner of Green Tree Rd. & PT Washington Rd.), Mequon (PT Washington Rd. & Mequon Rd. Pavilion Shopping Center), and Brown Deer (on Brown Deer Rd. just east of the closing Best Buy store next to American). All three of these are in week 1 of their 5 week liquidation cycle. Here's a breakdown:

Mequon: Regular dvd movies are $9.99 after 40% discount. Some select crappy looking $3.99 movies in the back. HD-DVD's up front in bins disc only for $1.99 each. Blu-Ray movies in BB cases but having original blu-ray inserts - $14.99\$9.99 before 20% discount. Cardboard\Plastic backer cards (dvd cases were placed on these on shelves) are 5 for $1. Store looks 2/3rds full this last Monday. Video games almost non-existent.

Brown Deer: Store was barely touched this last Monday. Same pricing as Mequon, but no HD-DVD's. More regular DVD inventory bulk. This location sold framed movie posters and novelties so those are discounted. I bought a framed Back to the Future photo with actual movie reel piece cut and mounted inside for $0.99. Saw 40 Yr Old Virgin and ET editions. Lots of food and sodas marked down too. Same Blu-ray pricing, except more comedies at this location for $6.99. Video games are very slim.

Glendale: No idea yet, going there tomorrow. The facilities at this location are smaller then the others since it was a much newer store, so I'm not expecting much.

All 3 BB stores and the Best Buy are selling the furnishings, shelving, electrical items, etc.

[Derrick1979]

I didn't catch up on this thread entirely yet, but I'm posting anyway.

The Best Buy in Milwaukee (Northridge) is closing, and they increased their % off from 40 to 50% on all video games (systems excluded). DJ Hero Renegade & Beatles Rock Band are down to $80 and in stock for 360,PS3,Wii. I saw about 30 of each tonight when I was in. There's other Guitar Hero, Rockband accessories too like the fog machine, some drum pad accessories.

HDTV's are 20% off, Computer software is 50% off. Computer software is nearly gone, but if any of you want a Quickbooks Pro 2010 for whatever need, it's $99 after discount. PM me if you want a breakdown of TV prices. I was making inventory lists for friends and noted TV sizes from 19" to 24". Other locations are moving their excess overstocks to this location.

The big discount was 50% off new Blu-Ray players and 60% off floor model blu-ray players. I bought a Sony BDP-N460 (http://www.amazon.com/Sony-BDP-N460-Blu-ray-Player-Black/dp/B002PHM0XQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1268804392&sr=8-1) for $99 new. All movides, blu-rays, music, desktop computers, most computing accessories have been moved to other stores. In the video gaming area I did see Bioshock 2 Collector's Edition for 360 & PS3 for 50% off. There's also Modern Warfare 2 Hardened Editions at 50% off for 360 and PS3. Nintendo DSi systems at $169.99 before 20% discount.

Best Buy Reward Zone coupons and certificates are still in full effect. All sales are considered final, but they are still selling replacement warranties on electronics.

Blockbuster is closing 3 branches - Glendale (shopping center opn the southwest corner of Green Tree Rd. & PT Washington Rd.), Mequon (PT Washington Rd. & Mequon Rd. Pavilion Shopping Center), and Brown Deer (on Brown Deer Rd. just east of the closing Best Buy store next to American). All three of these are in week 1 of their 5 week liquidation cycle. Here's a breakdown:

Mequon: Regular dvd movies are $9.99 after 40% discount. Some select crappy looking $3.99 movies in the back. HD-DVD's up front in bins disc only for $1.99 each. Blu-Ray movies in BB cases but having original blu-ray inserts - $14.99\$9.99 before 20% discount. Cardboard\Plastic backer cards (dvd cases were placed on these on shelves) are 5 for $1. Store looks 2/3rds full this last Monday. Video games almost non-existent.

Brown Deer: Store was barely touched this last Monday. Same pricing as Mequon, but no HD-DVD's. More regular DVD inventory bulk. This location sold framed movie posters and novelties so those are discounted. I bought a framed Back to the Future photo with actual movie reel piece cut and mounted inside for $0.99. Saw 40 Yr Old Virgin and ET editions. Lots of food and sodas marked down too. Same Blu-ray pricing, except more comedies at this location for $6.99. Video games are very slim.

Glendale: No idea yet, going there tomorrow. The facilities at this location are smaller then the others since it was a much newer store, so I'm not expecting much.

All 3 BB stores and the Best Buy are selling the furnishings, shelving, electrical items, etc.

Wow nice Round up on stores.. I knew about the Bestbuy and the Blockbuster.. Its just insane how many places are closing around Milwaukee lately... :cry:

[Trudy]

Whoa, wish I lived in Milwaukee right about now. :(

[ryanflucas]

I stopped by the Glendale Blockbuster closing sale. They have an extended blu-ray selection but many of the cases I took to the counter couldn't have discs found. Overall this location seems pretty unorganized. DVD inventory about 3/4ths remaining. Also saw movie posters and select hardcover books. Lots of Michael Jackson tribute materials. After chatting with the store manager, I found out that the % off will increase every Monday morning at store opening.

[ryanflucas]

If any of you are in other parts and want me to look for anything specific in these sales, send me a pm. I have plans to go back to the closing Best Buy store at least two more times. I work as a computer consultant so I'm on the move constantly and near the three closing BB stores almost every day.

[llm962]

Was at the Milwaukee Best Buy yesterday--there are still definitely a lot of video games left but not too many you'd want. They have about 80 copies of Wolverine for Wii for 15 dollars. They have a lot of bad DS games and old sports games for various systems. Don't bother with a long drive if you think you're going to get anything remotely new..I combed through all the games and there wasn't too much. I think the best deal was Dead Space for Wii for only 15 bucks. Good price, but I could have saved myself the gas and paid a few more dollars on eBay. They had DSis for 120 but they were out before I checked out. They had some of the legendary DJ heroes for 80 bucks--definitely a good deal if you want it. I have to say that there is mostly just shovelware--so unless you live close or want to get a jump start on Christmas for relatives you don't particularly care for but have to get gifts for, I'd pass.

[DKRobbie]

Damn and here I was thinking I'd go to that Brown Deer closing. Too bad they only have shit left. Should have checked this goddamned thread sooner.

[Derrick1979]

Damn and here I was thinking I'd go to that Brown Deer closing. Too bad they only have shit left. Should have checked this goddamned thread sooner.

I was there today and if you look in the mess of games there are some decent titles still in stock... Right now games are 60% off..

I Picked up these:

Overlord 2 (PS3)
A Boy and His Blob (Wii)
Mana Khemia (PSP)
Pangya Golf (PSP)


Things I saw that were somewhat notable :

Nostalgia (DS)
Fire Emblem (DS)
Modern Warfare 2:Hardened Edition (360)
Animal Crossing (Wii)
Phantasy Star (PSP)
Resident Evil 0 (Wii)
Resident Evil (Remake) (Wii)

[DKRobbie]

I was there today and if you look in the mess of games there are some decent titles still in stock... Right now games are 60% off..

I Picked up these:

Overlord 2 (PS3)
A Boy and His Blob (Wii)
Mana Khemia (PSP)
Pangya Golf (PSP)


Things I saw that were somewhat notable :

Nostalgia (DS)
Fire Emblem (DS)
Modern Warfare 2:Hardened Edition (360)
Animal Crossing (Wii)
Phantasy Star (PSP)
Resident Evil 0 (Wii)
Resident Evil (Remake) (Wii)

All either stuff I have or had from the looks of it but thanks for the details. I swear some of you people near Madison are lucky...Targets around the Wauwatosa/Brookfield area are just shit when it comes to anything decent on clearance. A Beatles special edition bundle at 63? I think I'd splurge for the upgraded instruments and to finally snag the damned Beatles game.

[llm962]

oh there were definitely some finds but not for an almost 2 hour drive! but 60% off is amazing--i wonder if it'll go down any more than that, i'd be curious. i really thought 50% was as low as they would go

[bug_nuts]

DKrobbie... u must not be going to the same targets i go to in the milwaukee area... :)

[llm962]

What Targets are good then?

Also has anyone gone back to the Northridge Best Buy--and if so, are gams marked down past 60%? I've already been there but have some friends in Chicago who are possibly interested in going.

[Trudy]

Derrick, how much are Pangya Golf and Mana Khemia running? Two games on my to-buy list whose price I was waiting to drop.

Wish I could find some good deals in the Waupaca/Stevens Point area. Best deal I've found so far is Persona 3 Limited edition for $25 at the local K-Mart. :(

[psunami]

Pangya Golf made it down to $5 at TRU recently, but the Madison, WI store didn't have any.

I've been curious about picking this one up for a while...

[Trudy]

One of my old co-workers really loved it, Psunami. For five bucks, I'd definitely check it out--he picked it up for full price and enjoyed it.

[llm962]

Derrick, how much are Pangya Golf and Mana Khemia running? Two games on my to-buy list whose price I was waiting to drop.

Wish I could find some good deals in the Waupaca/Stevens Point area. Best deal I've found so far is Persona 3 Limited edition for $25 at the local K-Mart. :(

I saw Mana Khemia there (when it was 50% off) for 15 bucks. Since they're now at 60% off then it runs for 12--which is a steal. That game is amazing. I don't remember how much Pangya was--it would be either 60% off of 20 or 30 but I can't remember which.

[seanw]

I bought this, for a friend of mine. Thanks for the tip.

Glad it went to a CAG.

[Derrick1979]

Derrick, how much are Pangya Golf and Mana Khemia running? Two games on my to-buy list whose price I was waiting to drop.

Wish I could find some good deals in the Waupaca/Stevens Point area. Best deal I've found so far is Persona 3 Limited edition for $25 at the local K-Mart. :(

Go ahead and make an offer on the ones I have because I went back to that bestbuy and its pretty much empty now.

[Trudy]

Go ahead and make an offer on the ones I have because I went back to that bestbuy and its pretty much empty now.
Shooting you a PM now!

[BudzMcGee]

Just to update everyone, the Northridge Best Buy (On brown deer) is now closed.

The Blockbuster on Brown Deer for some reason still has all their games at 10% off rather than moving up to 20%, nothing really worth the trip at 10%. The one just south of good hope is at 20% but is mostly picked clean (what is there for the most part has no artwork) and I would maybe wait a week on checking that out. Just a heads up.

[llm962]

yeah the sale on the used games is pretty bad--i asked them when they said they'd move beyond 10% and they said they had no idea. the trip is so not worth it, so don't even bother at this point. i did pick up some older new games by the front--even at 10% off they were worth it

[Derrick1979]

yeah the sale on the used games is pretty bad--i asked them when they said they'd move beyond 10% and they said they had no idea. the trip is so not worth it, so don't even bother at this point. i did pick up some older new games by the front--even at 10% off they were worth it

From all the previous Blockbuster closings and the current ones I have been to they always sucked.. The third party company they hire to close them trys to sell as high as they can for as long as they can and count on the tards who think 10% off is a huge deal to clean em out which they usually do.

Now that best buy that closed was handled in house and they took out all the movies and music and sent it around to other stores and didnt take a month to go beyond 10%

[llm962]

Yeah I did pick up a sealed COD game for xbox for like 5 bucks so I was happy about that. They haven't even discounted their strategy guides and they acted insulted when I asked when the prices would go down.

Hollywood Video in GB on Mason is in its final 10 days. I was there today and games are now 60% off. Pretty much everything decent has been combed through but there were still a few good finds. They have loose game discs that are now down to 2 dollars. Some decent ones left--mostly old sports games but some decent titles. All DVDs are now 2.99 and less--and there are still a lot of them.

[DKRobbie]

DKrobbie... u must not be going to the same targets i go to in the milwaukee area... :)

Yeah I tend to just hit the one in Brookfield, Greenfield and Wauwatosa. Maybe the one out in Menonomee Falls if I'm out by my parents. Barren desolate wastelands of sale items at all four all the time. Meh.

[Trudy]

Probably not likely, but I figured I'd give it a shot:

Has anyone seen the Beatles: Rock Band 360 bundles at any local Targets? They're running for $59.99 or $69.99, and I'd like to pick one up just to have a full entourage of instruments. Well, that, and I'm a huge Beatles fan, but couldn't justify the $250 price tag on the bundle at release.

Thanks!

[BudzMcGee]

Yeah I tend to just hit the one in Brookfield, Greenfield and Wauwatosa. Maybe the one out in Menonomee Falls if I'm out by my parents. Barren desolate wastelands of sale items at all four all the time. Meh.

I actually found Ghostbusters for $12-$14 at the brookfield one once. The one on Browndeer typically has stuff on clearance but they are super slow to lower the price and from what I've seen no matter how bad the game once it gets below $30 someone always snags it. People tend to be sucked in by those red stickers.

[Derrick1979]

Yeah I tend to just hit the one in Brookfield, Greenfield and Wauwatosa. Maybe the one out in Menonomee Falls if I'm out by my parents. Barren desolate wastelands of sale items at all four all the time. Meh.


Wow so many CAG in the same area no wonder no deals are to be found.

[BudzMcGee]

haha, there do seem to be a lot of CAG's in the area, which almost makes me think some sort of trading network should be started. That being said, I've noticed that a lot of the CAG's in the area are pretty legit and don't snag every copy.

On a related note, since it's not posted anywhere else; does anyone know how the trade in prices for Half Price Books and Mega Media Xchange compare to Gamestop and Amazon? HPB seems to charge a lot more for games unless they go on clearance which makes me wonder if they pay more. Anyone have experience with either?

[llm962]

Hollywood Video in De Pere is closing--30% off right now. Not too many great deals at just 30% but they do have some newer releases still available like Bayonetta and Borderlands. Their new games are terrible---most of them say "new" and are actually opened. Someone went through there and picked up most of the good Wii games already. Also the woman in front of me bought out all of Boston Legal on DVD, so if for some reason you're going for that, don't bother.

My experience with Mega Media Xchange, which was way back in the day before I got smart, is that they are worse than Gamestop. What they do (or did) was to not give you a flat price for the game. Like at Gamestop if you trade in Zelda Twilight Princess they'll give you a whopping (lol) 7 bucks, even if they had 30 copies on the shelf. At Mega Media Xchange they'll give you different amounts for that game depending on how many they have. So if they had four copies, they'd probably offer you like 2 bucks. Mind you, I am going back from how they operated like 7 years ago but it is pretty ridiculous. I have had great luck selling on craigslist--I have gotten tons more money for my stuff.

[psunami]

Trudy,

Most of the local Targets had been cleaned out of the Beatles: Rock Band editions.

The deal at New Egg today was one of the better ones I've seen. $99.99 shipped, but that's gone now.

[Derrick1979]

haha, there do seem to be a lot of CAG's in the area, which almost makes me think some sort of trading network should be started. That being said, I've noticed that a lot of the CAG's in the area are pretty legit and don't snag every copy.

On a related note, since it's not posted anywhere else; does anyone know how the trade in prices for Half Price Books and Mega Media Xchange compare to Gamestop and Amazon? HPB seems to charge a lot more for games unless they go on clearance which makes me wonder if they pay more. Anyone have experience with either?

Im not to sure about Mega Media but seeing how low Half Priced pays for books and movies I would'nt get my hopes up on decent TIV.

I know for sure im the type of CAG that doesnt snatch up every copy.. I may grab an extra from time to time but thats when there is a ton of something...

I just cant remember how long its been since I got any deals from the Kmarts or any of the Targets around here.. The Sears in Bayshore seems empty and Brookfield gets hit hard.... :cry::cry:

[klwillis45]

I went to the Mequon Blockbuster last night. There's not much of a game selection left and the couple titles that did interest me were still overpriced after the discount.

Some decent deals to be had on :br:. I picked up Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, & Adventureland for $11 each. I'll probably go back after they bump up the discounts on Monday.

If you're interested in :hd: they have a bunch up by the register for $2. They're disc only in jewel cases.

[BudzMcGee]

I know HPB pays crap for books, but then again 99% of books have little resale value and end up in there $1-$3 clearance. I was just curious if anyone had any experience in trading in games since they seem to charge like $15 minimum no matter how old or crappy the game and don't move them to clearance much.

Also, anyone know any other blockbusters in the area closing? Specifically any in the greenfield area?

[llm962]

Hollywood Video in Appleton down to 70% off games--so says my buddy who got Indigo Prophecy for 2 bucks and change. Apparently they got new inventory from some other stores so there's a ton more stuff there. Will go and check it out probably tomorrow.

[seanw]

Movie Gallery in Stoughton closes Sunday. Blu-Rays are $4, DVDs are 6 for $10. They've gotten a lot of stock over the course of their closing from other Movie Galleries in the area. Games, new and used, are 70% off but their current-gen selection is horrible. (But if you're shopping for Xbox, PS2, Cube, they've got a lot.)

In the Movie Gallery closing thread, someone else mentioned that on the last day of that store's closing things went 20 for $10. This story closes Sunday; if anyone thinks they might go, let me know -- there are a few things I would pay ~$1 for to help someone round out a 20-item purchase.

[shinryu333]

I came back from HWV in appleton around noon and the signs said 60% wtf???!

[llm962]

Yeah they didn't change the signs but if you ask the games are 70% off.

[llm962]

Here is the Northeast Wisconsin Hollywood Video/Movie Gallery Closing List:

Green Bay (Mason) 80% off, they close their doors March 31
De Pere 30% off everything in the store, tons of stuff left
Appleton 70% off everything, got new stock in but close the 29th
Oshkosh (Koeller) 70% off but the manager said not a lot of stuff left, do not make a special trip
Oshkosh (Jackson) 30% off game vault games
Fond Du Lac 20% off older games
Kiel 30% off everything
Marinette 20% off everything

I have been to a few of these locations but sadly don't have the gas money to go to all of these. If anyone goes and has more info, please post!

[llm962]

Correction: Hollywood on Mason closes TOMORROW. I went by there today and all the games are 80% off. There is seriously NOTHING but old sports games. I wouldn't bother going for games. DVDs, however, are 99 cents. I got a couple seasons of shows that go for like 30 bucks used on Amazon for only 5 bucks. Not bad. They still have a TON of DVDs left. I assume, however, most will be gone by tonight. It was packed when I went. Insanely long lines + crying children = not worth it for the most part.

[shinryu333]

I thought Fond Du Lac was staying open. so much for holding off on my broken 360 RROD warranty expires Nov and I was hoping to get a newly replaced one before the end of the year if one of the GCs around here still stayed open till then. hmmm, someone grabbed the only Persona 4 guide in Oshkosh HWV/GC that I wanted when I checked this afternoon. I overheard some empolyees talk about them having a list of when the drop dates are and keeping some of the gems to themself. son of a ***, o well, they are the ones who are losing their current jobs tho

thanks for the info llm962, appreciated

[llm962]

Yeah, apparently the people in Fond Du Lac just found out they were losing their jobs. I went to the Appleton one again today--apparently tomorrow is the absolute last day. Someone came in and cleared out whatever games they had left. Also apparently they have had a TON of theft there so maybe that's it, too. They're at 80% now--maybe tomorrow they'll go to 90% but there's really nothing good left. If you're talking about the Oshkosh on Koeller (sp?) those guys are real jackasses and it doesn't surprise me that they hoard games for themselves.

[llm962]

Mason officially shut its doors so don't bother going over there!

[Trudy]

Does anyone know how much the discount is over at the Stevens Point location? Has anyone been there? Is it worth making the trip?

[llm962]

I don't know about Stevens Point--I think they have been closing for a while now but I could be wrong. Give them a call. The Hollywoods I've called have been pretty honest about how much stuff they have out and they'll tell you the percentage off. My experience with the three I've gone to has been that they are very motivated to sell. I've gotten amazing deals every time I've gone.

[Nakilos]

The Cudahy, Racine, Kenosha Hollywood Videos/Gamecrazy stores are closing too currently. The first 2 are at 20% off basically everything, its blanket 20% at GC, varies slightly at Hollywood. Still a lot of stuff at all 3, the Kenosha ones do not start until probably next week since they were informed about the closing today.

If you want to find newer games, check Kenosha since they aren't liquidating quite yet you might find some deals. The more popular/newer games get shipped to non closing stores before liquidation.

But truthfully just shop at any of them, 20% off is good savings on a lot of things and the way the liquidations are run is if sales are not good they will close the store and ship out product to other stores and not further discount at those locations.

[SelmaBlair]

The Cudahy, Racine, Kenosha Hollywood Videos/Gamecrazy stores are closing too currently. The first 2 are at 20% off basically everything, its blanket 20% at GC, varies slightly at Hollywood. Still a lot of stuff at all 3, the Kenosha ones do not start until probably next week since they were informed about the closing today.

If you want to find newer games, check Kenosha since they aren't liquidating quite yet you might find some deals. The more popular/newer games get shipped to non closing stores before liquidation.

But truthfully just shop at any of them, 20% off is good savings on a lot of things and the way the liquidations are run is if sales are not good they will close the store and ship out product to other stores and not further discount at those locations.

The Kenosha one is closing? Interesting... hopefully the Gamecrazy attached stays alive. Thanks for the info though I appreciate it, I plan on checking out the Racine store soon.

[Nakilos]

No, the Gamecrazy is closing. They don't close the video side and keep the Gamecrazy typically, and I know for certain both sides are closing regardless.

[SelmaBlair]

No, the Gamecrazy is closing. They don't close the video side and keep the Gamecrazy typically, and I know for certain both sides are closing regardless.

What?! The next closest actual game store is Gamestop 20 minutes away in Racine... that's some bull.

Does that mean Gamecrazy will also being having a storewide sale? While I'm sad by this news as I knew a few of the employees there, I guess I benefit from this if they do in fact have a sale.