Michigan Deal Thread

[TehTriggerman]

Has anyone been to a CompUsa lately?

[SScorpio]

there used to be gamespot in garden city but I guess he closed down since there in a game stop right down the street from him and his import games were sold at too high a price.

I miss those game stores, anyone ever heard of doug's dugout before? it was an anime/sportscard store in garden city as well (right by gamespot) I wonder whatever happend to him....

My fiancee's brother used to work there. If you listened to the CAG cast a few weeks ago where there was the discussion about video game retailers you'll know why he closed shop. Min the owner moved down to Atlanta to open a gaming cafe.

As for Doug, he was an asshole who blatenly sold fan subs on VHS tapes we made himself. He and Min had a feud going on.

[crolius]

I was just at the CompUsa in Novi and it was a joke. I can't believe how much stuff they've sold at miniscule discounts. It was a total waste of time.

[BelmontHeir]

I just created an entire new topic for this but I probably should have just posted the question here (sorry):

does anyone know of any game stores in Michigan - really anywhere in the lower peninsula but preferably within 1-2 hours of Detroit - that still carry PS1 games, new or used?

I'd greatly appreciate the help!!!

[SpottedNigel]

I was just at the CompUsa in Novi and it was a joke. I can't believe how much stuff they've sold at miniscule discounts. It was a total waste of time.

I'm 5 minutes away, and after seeing what people did when I helped close up the Novi Kmart and the crap they would buy at %10 off... I havent even bothered.

[JSweeney]

I'm 5 minutes away, and after seeing what people did when I helped close up the Novi Kmart and the crap they would buy at %10 off... I havent even bothered.

I still don't regret buying my Mindstorms set... those things NEVER go on sale.
:)

[SpottedNigel]

:) Crap... I should go in just to check on those... again

[kazo]

My fiancee's brother used to work there. If you listened to the CAG cast a few weeks ago where there was the discussion about video game retailers you'll know why he closed shop. Min the owner moved down to Atlanta to open a gaming cafe.

As for Doug, he was an asshole who blatenly sold fan subs on VHS tapes we made himself. He and Min had a feud going on.

Holy crap!! I didn't know that.. I gotta find that gaming cafe lol I am visiting family in atlanta next month and I wouldn't mind paying him a visit :) I really miss his gamestore (I bought my launch PS2 from there and he repaired a couple of my systems too).

Didn't know that about doug tho, I only bought DBZ and Gundam manga from him.. still got some of my newtype mags I got from him as well. but damn that sucks.

[Gothic Walrus]

I just created an entire new topic for this but I probably should have just posted the question here (sorry):

does anyone know of any game stores in Michigan - really anywhere in the lower peninsula but preferably within 1-2 hours of Detroit - that still carry PS1 games, new or used?

I'd greatly appreciate the help!!!
Off the top of my head, I can't think of any. If there are any independents in the area that I'm not aware of - which is a very real possibility, given that I live in Ann Arbor for most of the year now - then that'd be your best bet. Most of the GameStops and EBs have been sold out for some time, and GameCrazy and GameRush stores have a selection that's at least 90% sports games if they've got anything left at all.

Are there any independent game stores in the Metro Detroit area? The last one I remember was Playsource, but they've been gone for years.

[shyataroo]

there is a EB games on 7 mile and haggerty.

there is a EB games AND a game Stop in oakpark (follow novi road till you get to the big mall) other than that there is

a Best Buy on 8 and haggerty

a blockbuster on novi road

[Machine]

I know of a couple comic book shops that also buy, sell & trade used games and systems. The website for one is www.clemslansing.com. Another is www.f4ahobbies.com (their site says nothing about videogames but they had used games and some imports last time I was there). I'm know there's at least one more place in Lansing because a friend of mine recently picked up a used NES and some games there, but don't remember what it was called.

[Melhavic]

I drive to this place in Lansing for there annual summer capcom tournaments.
www.gmhits.com - Man those we're the dddaayyys!!!!!

[Gothic Walrus]

I know of a couple comic book shops that also buy, sell & trade used games and systems. The website for one is www.clemslansing.com. Another is www.f4ahobbies.com (their site says nothing about videogames but they had used games and some imports last time I was there). I'm know there's at least one more place in Lansing because a friend of mine recently picked up a used NES and some games there, but don't remember what it was called.
Hmm...I go to UofM, so Lansing's a bit out of my neck of the woods. Ypsi, though, is definitely doable. I'll have to check that out next time I'm on campus. :D

I drive to this place in Lansing for there annual summer capcom tournaments.
www.gmhits.com - Man those we're the dddaayyys!!!!!
Do they still run those tournaments? I'd probably get my ass handed to me in the first round, but I'd love to get involved if they're still doing them.

[TehTriggerman]

I found 5 just sitting in the case at the WALMART at m59 at i-94 last night. There was nobody in the aisle, No one seemed to care.

[Snake2715]

Game Hits still does tournaments. i have never been to one but just call they will tell you. I work about 5 miles from them.

[kazo]

*BLOWS THE DUST OFF THIS TOPIC* lol anyone have any good gaming finds or gaming deals within the last couple weeks??

[mvp828]

I figure I would post this in here, seeing as someone might not check the regular deals thread, but...

Use Meijer Credit Card Aug. 10 or 11 and get 20% of General Merchandise purchases.

[quistisffviii]

For those who are into import games (I think they might have a few non-imports too), Masquerade Games in Eastpointe is having an awesome sale on their video games. Games are ranging from 20% off - 60% off. Last Wednesday I picked up an import Dance Dance Revolution game (PS1) for about $13 and a Ranma 1/2 puzzle game (Super Famicom) at $24 instead of 32.

[KaneRobot]

Anyone going to Madison Heights BB for Halo 3 at midight? I'm considering it.

[Richlough]

Anyone going to Madison Heights BB for Halo 3 at midight? I'm considering it.

If I was to do the midnight thing , I'd be going to GameStop in Allen Park .

[Sulik2]

Does anyone know when Meijer is going to be doing the credit card thing again? I really am thinking it is time to pick up a PS3 and the meijer cc thing is by far the best price for one. Been a month since the last one so I am expecting it to be soon.

[venk]

Meijers in Ann Arbor had a dozen Wiis in stock.

[kennistond]

Anyone heading to Gamestop in Bay City for Halo at midnight?

[bmulligan]

Does anyone know when Meijer is going to be doing the credit card thing again? I really am thinking it is time to pick up a PS3 and the meijer cc thing is by far the best price for one. Been a month since the last one so I am expecting it to be soon.

They were rotating the 15% off about every other week during the summer, with a 20% off at least once in June, July, and August. We're about due for another 15% off monday at least.
As for another 20%er, Who knows? Probably not until thanksgiving.

[Richlough]

Halo 3 t-shirt available at Meijer , for $10.00 down on a pre-order .

[RevMofat]

Game Hits still does tournaments. i have never been to one but just call they will tell you. I work about 5 miles from them.

I work at Game Hits and I can say that we haven't done a tournament in a long while, probably since 2006, but we're talking about doing more of them again soon, probably after the start of the new year, mostly because everyone is going to want to play Smash Bros Brawl and Halo 3. Personally, I would love to have an "Assemble the Band" tournament for Rock Band where you have to put together a group of friends and name your band, but I doubt it would happen.

As for deals, we just try to remain competitive with everyone else, so come in and look, baby.

[XxSmityxX]

Alright guys doesn't look like alot of activity on the michigan thread so what im gonna do is every Sunday I'll get the paper and scan all video game ad's for the week! Give me some feedback if you guys would like this in this thread or start a new one "Michigan Sunday AD's"

[mvp828]

Alright guys doesn't look like alot of activity on the michigan thread so what im gonna do is every Sunday I'll get the paper and scan all video game ad's for the week! Give me some feedback if you guys would like this in this thread or start a new one "Michigan Sunday AD's"

We pretty much already have that in the Video Game deals forum, the only exception is that Meijer is missing.

[shyataroo]

Anybody know where to find a damn Wii in this state. I have hit over 30 stores in the past four days with no sucess. I am in Detroit close to Fairlane mall if that helps. goto your local gamestop...ask when they get the wii deliveries in. plan accordingly

[stealth1290]

Anybody know of a mom and pop store near Troy... been looking for some classic games as of late (not sure what I want, hence looking for a store...) Thanks!

[kazo]

I got a store here in Inkster (yes its not near troy but still) they had a sega saturn, dreamcast, snes, and all sorts of old games. Its pretty new and they have a different location. I'll post up more info when I go up there and see whats going on.

So Michigan CAG's, what good deals have ya found? I found megaman legends 2 mint at a thrift store in garden city on ford rd. I don't know what else they have but that stood out.

[richyanks]

Theres a place in Berkley on 12 mile. There like a toy store but have all old games/systems and comics and really anything. Just cant think of the name right now. But its on the tip of my tongue.

[Richlough]

Theres a place in Berkley on 12 mile. There like a toy store but have all old games/systems and comics and really anything. Just cant think of the name right now. But its on the tip of my tongue.

Timetravelers ?

[SpottedNigel]

I'm still not letting myself go there due to all the horror stories I heard at my comic shop.

[NoZoL]

any one ever heard of stockbridge, michigan?

[raehtz10]

sadly, yes. I have not had good experiences there. Hung out with my brother's in-laws...what a bunch of racist rednecks...

[NoZoL]

sadly, yes. I have not had good experiences there. Hung out with my brother's in-laws...what a bunch of racist rednecks... yeah, lol. Where do u live? And if u dont mind me asking, wuts there last name? Everybody knows everybody out here.

[Richlough]

Not a deal , but this place is very close to my house I thought i'd mention it .

http://www.animetoskateboards.com/

They have a booth in Gibraltar Trade Center [Taylor] also .

[SpottedNigel]

Pretty neat place. May have to check it out on my day off.

[kazo]

Not a deal , but this place is very close to my house I thought i'd mention it .

http://www.animetoskateboards.com/

They have a booth in Gibraltar Trade Center [Taylor] also .

Looks pretty awesome, looks like something for me to check out :D

[silent h3ro]

Theres a place in Berkley on 12 mile. There like a toy store but have all old games/systems and comics and really anything. Just cant think of the name right now. But its on the tip of my tongue.I can think of a similar store but not the store you are thinking of.

There is a store in Summit Place mall on telegraph road called Toy Box, I believe, and they have a lot of collectible stuff (including old video games, consoles, comics, bobble heads, basically anything you can think of) there for anyone interested.

[SpottedNigel]

Toy box is awesome.

You can pick up an old R.O.B. unit, an original Ninja Turtle action figue AND a semi-automatic BB gun. It's got everything good in the world in one place

[Nifty_Shark]

I got a store here in Inkster (yes its not near troy but still) they had a sega saturn, dreamcast, snes, and all sorts of old games. Its pretty new and they have a different location. I'll post up more info when I go up there and see whats going on.

So Michigan CAG's, what good deals have ya found? I found megaman legends 2 mint at a thrift store in garden city on ford rd. I don't know what else they have but that stood out.


351 Inkster Road, Inkster, MI

Is this it? Couldn't find a website for them (apparently some playground company that is more popular has the same name). If you could confirm it I would be happy. It would take me about 25 minutes to get there but I would drop in for a visit sometime.

[kazo]

You got the address right and the store is called "Game Time" I found a sega saturn for 20 bucks there (no games though) but I need to check it out some more.

[NoZoL]

Any Jackson, MI deals?

[Mrs. Doug Brown]

Doug's Dugout closed because of tax problems in 2000. His father Bob( the old guy with the pipe who did the sports cards) died last April of cancer. He and I want to start up a new store in Ypsilanti sometime in the future.

[kazo]

Doug's Dugout closed because of tax problems in 2000. His father Bob( the old guy with the pipe who did the sports cards) died last April of cancer. He and I want to start up a new store in Ypsilanti sometime in the future.

REALLY!?! Wow... I hope you guys do start up a new store (I'd certainly go to it). Doug's Dugout was my favoriate place for anime and hockey cards.. I have some damn good memories and manga from there. I really miss game spot too.

[Mrs. Doug Brown]

Thank you, Doug is selling some anime cels on ebay right now. bossy22islanders is the name.

We hope to get some new stock when I spend a semester in Japan, for my Japanese B.A.

[Mrs. Doug Brown]

My fiancee's brother used to work there. If you listened to the CAG cast a few weeks ago where there was the discussion about video game retailers you'll know why he closed shop. Min the owner moved down to Atlanta to open a gaming cafe.

As for Doug, he was an asshole who blatenly sold fan subs on VHS tapes we made himself. He and Min had a feud going on.

So, Doug was an asshole, eh? Well, this is Doug and I don't think you know jack!
I never sold fansub video's! Min sold fansub videos! I had threatened him with calling the FBI, if he continuned to do so. He told me not to, that he would stop. That he never did! I only sold actual items from Japan. If I ever ordered an item, and it ended up being a bootleg, I returned it. If I could not return it, I destroyed it, at my cost. I was/am an advocate of turning in all bootleggers. Min was one of them. If you doubt that fact, just look at any of the video tapes he sold. Those xerox copy clamshell covers are a dead giveaway. In all likelyhood, Min moved to avoid prosecution. Why else would he move so far away?

You, sir, should never talk with your mouth full of......well, I will leave it up to all to figure that one out.

[Richlough]

I Am Legend Blu-Ray for $ 22.95 @ Meijer YMMV .

It looks like they come prestickered with the wrong price on them .

I had to get the price overridden , but I got it at that price .

[irishsoccermbw]

South Canton Target has over 14 copies of folklore for 14.98, prolly wont be there forever but they are behind the glass...just wanted to let all yall michiganders know.

[motorcitydice]

I just picked up "The Orange Box" for PS3 @ Target in Taylor for $29.99. My jaw dropped when I saw that it was on clearance. For an extra CAG bonus, I used a $10 gift card that I got when I bought RSV2, so I really got it for $20!

Oops! This deal is hidden in the Target clearance thread. Please sticky that thread, it's full of gems!

[smiggity]

Anyone go to Butterflies at 14& Van Dyke? Huge arcade with Indoor driving range, bar and all that good stuff.. The place has kinda went to shit the last 5 or so years but I think it would be a pretty good spot for a Metro Detroit CAG meet-up..Any thoughts? Experiences? Place gets a little crazy at night

[kazo]

Anyone go to Butterflies at 14& Van Dyke? Huge arcade with Indoor driving range, bar and all that good stuff.. The place has kinda went to shit the last 5 or so years but I think it would be a pretty good spot for a Metro Detroit CAG meet-up..Any thoughts? Experiences? Place gets a little crazy at night

A coworker told me about that place, I wouldn't mind heading out there sometime lol.

[quistisffviii]

I received $10 off another video game purchase coupon at Meijer when I purchased GTA at midnight. The coupon expires in 2 weeks.

[smiggity]

A coworker told me about that place, I wouldn't mind heading out there sometime lol.


Right on dude. Its not that bad, as long as u dont mind dark smoky places. Anyways me and my friends are usually in the back on some touchscreen games..Holla at a CAG!

[solidrock]

I went to Meijer today and I noticed two games on sale. First was Bully for the Wii was $39.99 and I noticed in the clearance bin that Turning Point for the 360 was $20. Thought maybe some people maybe interested.

[Richlough]

I went to Meijer today and I noticed two games on sale. First was Bully for the Wii was $39.99 and I noticed in the clearance bin that Turning Point for the 360 was $20. Thought maybe some people maybe interested.

I noticed that too , also Zack & Wiki for $19.99 .

I wonder what the trade in value is for Turning Point ?

[Sulik2]

Time to buy Zack and Wiki, will have to stop into Meijer tomorrow when I get gas.

[Richlough]

I noticed that too , also Zack & Wiki for $19.99 .

I wonder what the trade in value is for Turning Point ?

PS3 $30 , 360 $28 .

[eatithotmail]

I'm new on here and didn't feel like reading through or searching to see if this had been posted...but Family Video rental chains are all over the metro detroit area. Last time I was in there, they had a mix of stuff on sale.

All of these are for the 360:

Turok - $30
Assassin's Creed - $30
Bioshock - $30
Dark Sector - $30
Stuntman: Ignition - $20
Frontlines: Fuel of War - $30
Halo 3 - $30

They also have a slew of whatever the previous summer's movie-game tie-ins for $10-30 (but those are usually on sale everywhere a year later).

Granted, Stuntman, Bioshock, and Assassin's Creed can be had for the same or less at most used places (GameFly is selling Assassin's Creed for like 19 bucks). However, I haven't seen better prices on Turok, Dark Sector, or Frontlines.

Also, as everyone probably knows, Target is notorious for hit-or-miss clearance games...I picked up Motorstorm and Lair on PS3 for $14.98 each at the sterling heights store (16 and Dequindre).

[eatithotmail]

Also, I didn't see this posted anywhere else yet, though it probably is on here somewhere:

GAMEQUEST Inc.
47091 Gratiot Avenue
Chesterfield, MI 48051 (http://48051.askyp.com/)
Phone : (586 (http://www.askyp.com/Areacode/586.htm)) 598 (http://www.askyp.com/586598.html)-0855 (http://5865980855.askyp.com/)

This guy has a pretty decent selection of everything, especially for an independent shop. He has loads of NES cartridges and last time I visited, it was buy 2, get 3 free...and they aren't all sports, either. He has SNES (I replaced my copy of Super Mario World and picked up Castlevania IV there for 10 and 20 bucks, respectivley), genesis, Saturn, all forms of gameboy/DS...pretty much every mainstream system since NES all the way up to PS3/Wii. His used prices seem to follow Gamestops closely, but sometimes he'll have something as much as ten bucks cheaper and sometimes a lot sooner than the chains. Plenty of DVDs, and arcade cabinets to play on as well.

[smiggity]

Nice dude..I live right near the other S.H. target at 15 & Van Dyke. So the place is a lil bit of a hike for me but I will definetely check it out sometime. When you say "arcade cabinets" do you mean a few games or a full blown arcade?

[solidrock]

I went to Walmart today in Bay City and they had about 9 Wii's in stock in case anybody is around the area or interested.

[Sulik2]

Ive got a brand new Wii I would like to sell to a Cagger in the michigan area at cost if anyone needs one. The price after tax was $265 and I live in Canton. I would like to help a cag out that is looking for one.

[stealth1290]

Also, I didn't see this posted anywhere else yet, though it probably is on here somewhere:

GAMEQUEST Inc.
47091 Gratiot Avenue
Chesterfield, MI 48051 (http://48051.askyp.com/)
Phone : (586 (http://www.askyp.com/Areacode/586.htm)) 598 (http://www.askyp.com/586598.html)-0855 (http://5865980855.askyp.com/)

This guy has a pretty decent selection of everything, especially for an independent shop. He has loads of NES cartridges and last time I visited, it was buy 2, get 3 free...and they aren't all sports, either. He has SNES (I replaced my copy of Super Mario World and picked up Castlevania IV there for 10 and 20 bucks, respectivley), genesis, Saturn, all forms of gameboy/DS...pretty much every mainstream system since NES all the way up to PS3/Wii. His used prices seem to follow Gamestops closely, but sometimes he'll have something as much as ten bucks cheaper and sometimes a lot sooner than the chains. Plenty of DVDs, and arcade cabinets to play on as well.

visited him today, awesome shop! I picked up a SNES for 37 bucks (final price!) that's better then ebay! He didn't have a NES but said he should have one by the weekend. Awesome guy, super nice, great prices and your supporting a local buisness. He has everything from a 2600-current gen stuff.

[chickenboybryan]

Hay does any one know of any deal in the rapids of grand( grand rapids) area?

[dantehellrider]

Didnt see these on here. They are in Battle Creek :)

GameStop #143
Lakeview Square Mall
5775 Beckley Road
Battle Creek MI, 49015 US
2699791844

Titan Games
637 Capital Ave SW
Battle Creek, MI 49015
269-963-3773

Titan used to have a website...sold it to someone though (Owner Marcus, I dont like him...but it's an all around hobby shop; DnD, movies, music, Console and PC games)

[kennistond]

Meijer on Pine Rd in Essexville has Turning Point: Fall of Liberty for $20.

[kennistond]

Target in Bay City has Kane and Lynch, NBA Live 08, and Narnia for $20 for PS3.

[smiggity]

Damn, Narnia may be worth 20 bones. Gonna check it when I go back up to school.

[likenew]

Sweet, some Essexville CAG'ers!

[kennistond]

Sweet, some Essexville CAG'ers!

Yes, sir.

[Malicite]

Grand Rapids:

Play N Trade
4036 Alpine Avenue
and
2500 East Beltline SE
(in front of IMAX)

[Zeguna]

Any game stores in Brighton worth checking out? I just moved and can only find a GameStop.

[HeroOfTime]

GameCrazy in Kalamazoo has 15 Wii's in stock. Mario Kart as well.

[DorianG]

If anyone wants the Godfather blu-ray early, the Meijer on Mound between 12 and 13 Mile has them out early. It's 80 dollars, though.

[smiggity]

Fist 25% off general merchandise coupon I find will be going towards that ^^^^

[DorianG]

Has anyone been able to buy LittleBig Planet early?

[bullwinkle2020]

I saw a crap load of scene it: LCA @ the target at 15 mile and Vandyke for 14.xx if any1 wants it cheap. Got me 1

[pistonfan]

The Best Buy in Waterford has had a stack of Wiis in the gaming section the last 2 days I was in there. The economy must be getting bad around here to have Wiis not selling!

[irishsoccermbw]

Holy Obama 2 months with no posts in here? This thread needs to be brought back from the dead.

There is one copy of BWii at FYE in Briarwood mall for 9.99, I snagged the other one today.

[Richlough]

Holy Obama 2 months with no posts in here? This thread needs to be brought back from the dead.

There is one copy of BWii at FYE in Briarwood mall for 9.99, I snagged the other one today.

I try to put the Meijer stuff in here if this thread shows up in my 1st page of Subscribed Threads . 8-)

[smiggity]

They put a new game store in Saginaw. Independently owned and he gives 40% of selling price cash back for trade ins, or 60% trade credit. Plus the dude is young and took a risk opening the shop in a declining economic climate.

Play on
.... Bay Rd
Saginaw, MI 48603

Ill update with more info later


And yes, this thread is always dead.

[mvp828]

Thanks smiggity, not to far of a drive from school... Also has anyone in the MBS area ever traded in at the shop that is in the Bay City Mall? I was just wondering how good he is with TIVs.

[popeye]

if your looking for a good deal on older stuff, i found this store in Clawson called flipside records. i picked up a controler for my NES for 2 bucks. and they had a bunch of games for NES and SNES and other game systems from around that time.

http://www.yelp.com/biz/flipside-music-clawson

[Richlough]

if your looking for a good deal on older stuff, i found this store in Clawson called flipside records. i picked up a controler for my NES for 2 bucks. and they had a bunch of games for NES and SNES and other game systems from around that time.

http://www.yelp.com/biz/flipside-music-clawson

I traded my entire NES collection -Ninja Gaiden 2 there back in the day .
That was when I moved up to the Genesis .

[rpgamer92]

yay our very own state thread!!!

[motorcitydice]

I'm going to go check out the Best Buy in Taylor or Dearborn (Fairlane Green) tomorrow and find out if they take the 2K $10 off website coupon for "Bioshock" for the PS3. If anyone had success at these two stores, please reply. I'll post my results.

[motorcitydice]

Success!
Awesome week at BB. I picked up Bioshock for PS3 (+ $10 2K Games website coupon) for only $20 and I also got in on the Midnight Club deal for $10. http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=212174

Two solid titles for $30 + tax! Thanks CAG!

I picked both games up together in the same transaction at the Fairlane Green location in Dearborn, MI with absolutely no problems.

[smiggity]

Yeah the Midnight Club deal is a nice one for sure.

[chickenboybryan]

Meijer has GTA 4 for 30 bucks by Grand Rapids just to let you know

[smiggity]

Good thing you bumped this. Here is the official information on that Gamestore I previously mentioned:

GAME ON
Video Games & DVDs
5691 Bay Rd (Next to Jets Pizza)
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 790-9278
www.2gameon.com
Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri & Sat 11am-9pm

Dude is cool and trying to do a good thing by putting a store right near a couple of Gamestops. You guys should check it out. Also he said a "Gaming Lounge" was coming soon and I saw he had some big tv boxes so I believe he is looking to host some tourneys there in the future.

60% In Store Credit
40% Cash Back
Both apply to what he would sell the game for.

[kennistond]

Good thing you bumped this. Here is the official information on that Gamestore I previously mentioned:

GAME ON
Video Games & DVDs
5691 Bay Rd (Next to Jets Pizza)
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 790-9278
www.2gameon.com (http://www.2gameon.com)
Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri & Sat 11am-9pm

Dude is cool and trying to do a good thing by putting a store right near a couple of Gamestops. You guys should check it out. Also he said a "Gaming Lounge" was coming soon and I saw he had some big tv boxes so I believe he is looking to host some tourneys there in the future.

60% In Store Credit
40% Cash Back
Both apply to what he would sell the game for.

Sounds good. I hate the Bay City Gamestop so I usually go to the Saginaw ones but it looks like I'll have to try this place out. If any more information comes up about tournaments, let us CAG's know.

[smiggity]

Will do. On the flyer it mentions Halo, Gears2, and Guitar Hero. May just be generic placeholder names though.
The Gamestop near Target and now liquidating Circuit City has employees that hoard the pre-order goodies. The one in the mall will give them out for free though sometimes....

[mvp828]

I was actually just down in Saginaw today... I usually just make runs if they got a game at one of those stores they don't have in Bay City or Midland. There is an employee that may be getting a little bit of a talking to/fired by his DM after a stunt he tried to pull on me at the Fashion Square Mall store earlier tonight. Let's just say he fucked up beyond all belief and tried to essentially steal from a customer and the company.

[smiggity]

Word? All the guys there are super nerdy. Never thought they would be the scamming type. Except for that asshole manager. The dark skinned dude?

[mvp828]

Yep that was him... I swear I have been in there a few times and he has always been a dick. Then the other kid that was working there is probably the biggest thug wanna be ever. He was wearing a hoodie with a black flat bill hat cranked to the side and the hood on over that. I am probably going to call GameStop corporate again tomorrow, because really the more and more I think about the whole incident the more pissed off I get.

After he had said $10 for the pennied out guide I thought about having him ring it up and seeing what he did as I was gonna pay with store credit.

On another note, the guys at the Saginaw Square Gamestop are pretty cool. Everytime I have gone in there they have been really friendly and knowledgeable on games themselves.

[smiggity]

That sucks. Havent been in there in a couple months so obviously things have changed a bit. They must have hired thug wannabe for seasonal help. That manager has ALWAYS been a dick, make sure you mention other people have had similar experiences with him.

Saginaw square store be hoggin the preorders, although I agree they are much cooler. Especially the short dude.

[smiggity]

Just in an attempt to keep this as some general Michigan discussion, did any of you guys read Mitch Alboms feature in the Freep a few weeks back? Sports Illustrated carried a 5 page excerpt in one of their recent issues. Great article and definitely worth checking out if you guys have not already. Its a shame they are going to 3 day delivery

[kennistond]

Just in an attempt to keep this as some general Michigan discussion, did any of you guys read Mitch Alboms feature in the Freep a few weeks back? Sports Illustrated carried a 5 page excerpt in one of their recent issues. Great article and definitely worth checking out if you guys have not already. Its a shame they are going to 3 day delivery

I just caught the SI excerpt and my professor actually had the class read it and write a response essay about it. Great story from a great writer.

[bornrunnin31]

Just in an attempt to keep this as some general Michigan discussion, did any of you guys read Mitch Alboms feature in the Freep a few weeks back? Sports Illustrated carried a 5 page excerpt in one of their recent issues. Great article and definitely worth checking out if you guys have not already. Its a shame they are going to 3 day delivery

What was it about?

[popeye]

I was jsut at the micro center down by oakland mall in troy and they have Rainbow Six 3: Athena Sword for the PC on sale for 2 bucks, its not the best game but for 2 bucks it worth a shot.

[kennistond]

If anyone in the Bay City/Saginaw area sees a 60 or 120 GB HDD for the 360 on sale somewhere, please post where.

[smiggity]

What was it about?

The Spirit of Detroit. Anyone who lives, works or has any vested interest in/near Detroit it is a must read.

Also If anyone spots a copy of Civilization Revolution for PS3 I would like a copy

[mvp828]

It is a great article, and although it is based in Detroit, it is relative to everyone in the state.

Also, Kennistond, I will keep an eye out. How much are you looking to spend?

[kennistond]

$100 max for the 120GB but I'd rather have a 60GB for around $60. I may buy one off of Ebay.

[mvp828]

Alright I'll keep an eye out. I know I just picked up a 120gb from GS for 74.fx after discounts a few weeks ago. I frequent the MBS GSs and will keep an eye out. If I find one at home in GR this weekend I will let you know so check it occassionally and I could pick it up for you at cost.

[XXXplosive1]

The Best Buy on telegraph in Southfield has several games 50% off. I picked up Pure and Quantum of Solice w/tshirt for $30 and $25 each.

[kennistond]

I went in to the Game On in Saginaw on Friday and the guys there were really cool.

While they have a ton of old NES, SNES, SEGA, and other games, they have a great selection of current gen, last gen and movies.

Their Blu-ray selection was fantastic. I actually picked up Sunshine from there for only $14.

[smiggity]

I went in to the Game On in Saginaw on Friday and the guys there were really cool.

While they have a ton of old NES, SNES, SEGA, and other games, they have a great selection of current gen, last gen and movies.

Their Blu-ray selection was fantastic. I actually picked up Sunshine from there for only $14.


Glad to hear. They had a coupon for any blu-ray for $9.99 :(

[kennistond]

Glad to hear. They had a coupon for any blu-ray for $9.99 :(

Oh really?

Well, I had no problem giving those guys an extra $5 to stay afloat, even as a CAG. :D

[chickenboybryan]

found a few 360 Gun games at the 68 st. K-mart in g.r.

[PotatoGuy]

That game on place must be new. i dont live in saginaw anymore but i want to check it out. the only older game place i remember was off of macinaw and tittabawassi. that guy that runs it is a douche and charges way too much for games.
how are the prices in the other place?

[smiggity]

That guy on titty next to Subway and Maytag store is a rip-off but knows his shit and will fix any broken console you have. P,us old dude has every system new in box including obscure ones. Ive seen a /jaguar NIB, Virtual Boy NIB and couple others

But yes, GameOn is brand spanking new. Check it out

[Reck_Havoc]

Grand Rapids:

Play N Trade
4036 Alpine Avenue
and
2500 East Beltline SE
(in front of IMAX)

Incorrect, the one on 2500 E. Beltline is NOT in front of an IMAX, but just a regular celebration theater.

[dys006]

The guy who runs the Grandville one was super-nice last time I was in there. Gave me a little mini-tour of the store, chatted with me for a while. Other employees cool as well.
Their price on a 360 package was good as well. A refurb, but they warrant their work.

[Fall3n shrink]

Hello everyone I am new to this AWESOME web site. I live in the holly area does anyone know where I could possibly find a game crazy coupon. I have been saving all of my used games to buy a turtle beach headset. Before I ask for the okay from the wifey I was hoping to get a little extra savings. the only reason I ask about game crazy its the only place by me that sells the turtle beach.

[smiggity]

The deals forum could help you with that.

[wezzul]

Pretty quiet in here...

WEZ

[smiggity]

Yeah it sucks. Apparently Michiganders dont wanna share their deals....

I tried doing my part, but it didn't really catch on.

[Doctor Seleski]

I haven't been finding any. When I hear of deals hitting stores in other states I go to the usual suspects (WalMart, Target, TRU) and usually I find nothing or the game is more here in Michigan.

[wezzul]

I'll try and make a concerted effort to post. Since reading this forum, I've been hunting down some of the Blockbuster / FYE / Sears deals with somewhat decent results. I'm in the Detroit area, btb.

WEZ

[Fearia]

Locally, I haven't found anything that great. Everything I've found has been from national deals.

Are there any good Best Buy / Target / etc. clearance places in Michigan (preferably Detroit area)? Sometimes you read of places that do insane clearance deals, like 80%.

[smiggity]

I'll try and make a concerted effort to post. Since reading this forum, I've been hunting down some of the Blockbuster / FYE / Sears deals with somewhat decent results. I'm in the Detroit area, btb.

WEZ

I will too. ALthough I dont do much clearance hunting beyond Target anymore.


Locally, I haven't found anything that great. Everything I've found has been from national deals.

Are there any good Best Buy / Target / etc. clearance places in Michigan (preferably Detroit area)? Sometimes you read of places that do insane clearance deals, like 80%.

It seems like most of the Targets in Macomb county have stopped clearancing out games as quick. Even ones not behind the glass have still been full price

[Richlough]

Anyone care to help me find some BigLots BluRay boxsets ?

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=229098

There are none in Monroe, I plan on checking 2-3 more stores though .

[smiggity]

On that list it looked like there are only 2 blurays. Gonna be a rare find.

[smiggity]

It seems that most of the Targets in SE Michigan have the PS3 Endwar Bundled with Official PS Mic for like $22 now. Definitely worth a pickup

[Chairman_LMAO]

I posted this in the Target deal thread, but the Taylor, Michigan target has :wii: MadWorld for $20.98.

[smiggity]

For all the Metro Detroiters, MGM Grand is offering 50% off meals @ three of their casual restaurants Palette, Ignite and Breeze. At least 1 of them is a buffet but a great deal still. Im going down there tomorrow and plan to stop in one of the three and eat

[Snake2715]

Good catch on the MGM restaurants... I wonder how the casinos are doing... given the economy.

i know the lansing target in okemos has endwar but I had him scan it and it came up at like $60 I said I changed my mind and walked out... too bad to.

[bornrunnin31]

Good catch on the MGM restaurants... I wonder how the casinos are doing... given the economy.

i know the lansing target in okemos has endwar but I had him scan it and it came up at like $60 I said I changed my mind and walked out... too bad to.

A) Stay out of my territory. ;)

B) Greektown is bankrupt, not sure about the other ones. Here's an article about one guy looking to buy Greektown from the other day
http://detnews.com/article/20090731/BIZ/907310393/1001/BIZ

[smiggity]

Good catch on the MGM restaurants... I wonder how the casinos are doing... given the economy.

i know the lansing target in okemos has endwar but I had him scan it and it came up at like $60 I said I changed my mind and walked out... too bad to.

Yeah it seems like just SE Michigan. I would be willing to see if I could pick one up & mail it out if you cover costs and return the favor if ever needed. Im not sure though b/c shipping on the big box might kill the deal.

A) Stay out of my territory. ;)

B) Greektown is bankrupt, not sure about the other ones. Here's an article about one guy looking to buy Greektown from the other day
http://detnews.com/article/20090731/BIZ/907310393/1001/BIZ

Yeah hopefully he gets it. The guy loves Detroit and is a supporter. Problem is its his 3rd? attempt to buy it after first 2 were unsuccessful. Hes got a shot though if he accumulates enough of their debt.

Edit- Wrong guy, shoudla read the article first

Anyways never made it to MGM. Its hard to pass up Slows BBQ:drool::drool:

[DorianG]

Any Michigan 7-11s break the street date on Beatles Rock Band? I checked a few today but came up empty handed.

[Snake2715]

smiggity I picked up a used copy and a separate headset later. Thanks for the offer though.

bornrunnin31.. isn't there some seniority system in place, like a union? !!

your pissing all over my territory and now claiming its yours!

DrianG I will keep my eye out.

[smiggity]

Haha lol

[DorianG]

Thanks Snake. I'm looking for the PS3 version if you see any.

[exagenous]

Did anybody near saginaw see if TRU was doing the xbla card deal? edit: nm I went and they said the only deal they had was for labor day

[Richlough]

Has anyone been to a MI Wal*Mart that takes trades ?

[bornrunnin31]

Nope.

Here's a deal though, but not sure if anyone cares. The local Meijer had all of their UMD movies priced at $5.99 Not a huge deal, but might be able to find something for yourself.

[xXLeadFarmerXx]

Nope.

Here's a deal though, but not sure if anyone cares. The local Meijer had all of their UMD movies priced at $5.99 Not a huge deal, but might be able to find something for yourself.
GameStop as a corporation usually drops their stock of UMD movies to $4.99 every holiday, but if anyone is in a big rush to grab some right now, I don't think a dollar will kill you.

[smiggity]

Has anyone been to a MI Wal*Mart that takes trades ?

Believe there are a few in metro detroit that have the kiosks...

[marcand]

Last year, Meijer had their B2G1 free sale. Any news or leaks when/if this is going to happen?

[Snake2715]

Well Best Buy, Tru and target had one, how did you miss those?

Targets was wii only, but the other two were full blown.

[marcand]

Well Best Buy, Tru and target had one, how did you miss those?

Targets was wii only, but the other two were full blown.

I didn't miss them, but Meijer is usually late in the year so all of the good games will be out. The TRU sale and BB sales were ok, but at last year's Meijer B2G1 I was able to get Fallout 3, L4D and other titles released late.

Not complaining about the BB sale - there was Uncharted 2 and the new Ratchet game out. Good times.

[smiggity]

Im waiting on the Meijer B2G1 as well...That Watchmen Complete is down to 30 over here

[Richlough]

Im waiting on the Meijer B2G1 as well...That Watchmen Complete is down to 30 over here

It's 19.99 at Gamestop if you can find it .

[smiggity]

Hmm thanks man

[smiggity]

Walmart wayyy out at 23mile and M-53 (Van Dyke Freeway) has a bunch of the PSP 3000 core models for 139.99. They will probably continue to drop since the whole case is swamped with PSP go units

[Richlough]

I found Rock Band 360 drums [$9.96] at Wal*Mart .

It was at the Dearborn/Detroit store on Ford Road .

There are 2 by themselves in the toy area, and 5 in the Electronics sections on the back wall .

[phemom]

The MicroCenter in Sterling Heights (by Oakland Mall) has GTA4 Special Edition for 24.99. Which is odd b/c the also sell the regular edition for 29.99. 4 in stock

[smiggity]

Ps3?

[Chairman_LMAO]

There's a MicroCenter in Michigan? huh.

Great price, but I can't afford driving all the way out there for it.

[Richlough]

There's a MicroCenter in Michigan? huh.

Great price, but I can't afford driving all the way out there for it.

I have a sealed 360 GTA SE , let me know .

[phemom]

Knew I was missing something in the original post. All 4 are 360...hopefully we can get this thread going again.

[smashngrab77]

i keep forgetting to check this thread but i will try to update. I am in the area of 19 & ryan anyone else?

[smiggity]

Im around Troy

[Chairman_LMAO]

I'm in the downriver area.

[exagenous]

Midland Best Buy had a couple of the collectors edition of Street Fighter 4 for $40 a little late for SF4 but somebody might want the extras.

[sliderwave]

I work in Troy

[ArugulaZ]

I've heard that Demon's Souls has been popping up in Target clearance bins. Anyone see some in Michigan? That game was totally sadistic but for $15, I'd be willing to give it another chance.

[TC]

I've heard that Demon's Souls has been popping up in Target clearance bins. Anyone see some in Michigan? That game was totally sadistic but for $15, I'd be willing to give it another chance.

Didn't see it at Target Livonia yesterday, but I'll keep my eyes peeled.

[smiggity]

Ill check my Targets today. I am also on the hunt for the MW2 Hardened edition

[Hellacious]

Game Crazy and Hollywood Video in Midland put out their Store Closing Signs today. Just figured I'd give everyone a heads up.

[exagenous]

Game Crazy and Hollywood Video in Midland put out their Store Closing Signs today. Just figured I'd give everyone a heads up.

I stopped by there today, they were at 30% off and pretty much cleared out of the good stuff already. All I saw was old ps2 and gamecube games really. They were all out of xbox cards and most systems too.

[cousinlump]

Dunno if anyone out there caught the post in the main deals area, but...

Just posting here to let anyone in the area of Sterling Heights, MI know that I just drove by a new GS in the shopping center with Walmart at 14 Mile and Van Dyke. They are running a 2 for 1 used deal all week as most new stores do shortly after they open.

Their stock was pretty good, I picked up Tekken 6, Darksiders, and Phantasy Star Universe myself.

Thanks, cobrakai83!

[admiralvic]

Didn't see it at Target Livonia yesterday, but I'll keep my eyes peeled.
I saw one in westland last time i was there...

btw does anyone know of a target with a good price on the Harmony remotes? ive been looking for one for a while and got nowhere -,_-, best i saw was 70 at the livonia one =\

[Richlough]

Some pretty decent Blu rays on sale for $13.75 at Meijers .

[lee33701]

I live in Detroit

[Osirus313]

Didn't see it at Target Livonia yesterday, but I'll keep my eyes peeled.


I live in Detroit.....I'll definately check the Target out in Dearborn

[bstein14]

Hey guys, glad to see a few fellow cheapassgamers have come into my store(s).

My name is Brian Stein and I own Game ON Saginaw and Game ON Bay City.

www.gameonsaginaw.com

We're looking to open one in Midland or Clio are within the next several months also. I certainly try to pay more and sell for less than any of the corporate game stores... I'm not really out to make a ton of money, but rather trying to create a game store that I'd love to shop at. A lot of our vintage games are priced right at what you'd pay for them on ebay, but you get to check them out and everything always comes with a 60 day guarantee.

Thanks again for the support.

- Brian Stein

[Richlough]

I would love to shop there but I'm downriver .

[smiggity]

Hey guys, glad to see a few fellow cheapassgamers have come into my store(s).

My name is Brian Stein and I own Game ON Saginaw and Game ON Bay City.

www.gameonsaginaw.com (http://www.gameonsaginaw.com)

We're looking to open one in Midland or Clio are within the next several months also. I certainly try to pay more and sell for less than any of the corporate game stores... I'm not really out to make a ton of money, but rather trying to create a game store that I'd love to shop at. A lot of our vintage games are priced right at what you'd pay for them on ebay, but you get to check them out and everything always comes with a 60 day guarantee.

Thanks again for the support.

- Brian Stein

Yeah I was the one who posted the info in here. Great store, good trade in prices, good coupons, cheap used games (All the Old Socoms were 5 bucks) and it really gets no better than having the owner ring you up. You guys ever get those tournaments going? Sadly I graduated so Im not up in those parts any more

[wezzul]

Looking for a target in the metro Detroit area that actually has clearance games... haven't found one yet that has any of the clearance prices..

WEZ

[admiralvic]

Looking for a target in the metro Detroit area that actually has clearance games... haven't found one yet that has any of the clearance prices..

WEZ

Telegraph
Ford road

are the best 2 i know

[wezzul]

Telegraph
Ford road

are the best 2 i know

Huh, maybe I'll make a trip to the one up telegraph tonight. Thanks!

WEZ

[gblessthanjake]

has anybody found alan wake or red dead redemption?

[Osirus313]

has anybody found alan wake or red dead redemption?


Red Dead Redemption isn't coming out until the 18th.....but if you know any mom and pop shops that don't care about breaking street date....you might find it

[Osirus313]

Telegraph
Ford road

are the best 2 i know


there is one on greenfield passed 10 mile....I got my copy of Bayonetta from there

[PISTONSBEATDALAKERS]

Guys, I have owned a small video game shop in Taylor Mi. for nearly 4 years now called Video Game Graveyard,we buy sell and trade everything game related,support your local video game shops........ check out my website at WWW.Videogamesgraveyard.com (http://www.Videogamesgraveyard.com)

[Richlough]

Guys, I have owned a small video game shop in Taylor Mi. for nearly 4 years now called Video Game Graveyard,we buy sell and trade everything game related,support your local video game shops........ check out my website at WWW.Videogamesgraveyard.com (http://www.Videogamesgraveyard.com)

Are you interested in buying some rather large collections from past consoles ?
I have a large number of Saturn software and hardware [controllers,joystick] that I may have to get rid of .
I want a fair price for it and I don't do Ebay .

[edub3]

If anyone's had any luck with target clearance near the white lake area let us know. The 2 I went to have been coming up dry... commerce and heartland thanks

[smiggity]

Anyone find the Greatest Hits+Controller bundles around? Similar to the Uncharted one last year they brought out 3 more. Can only find on Amazon though :(

[jstierman]

There are 6 or 7ish Bionic Commando (PS3) marked $9.99 at the Southfield Best Buy.

[Chairman_LMAO]

Guys, I have owned a small video game shop in Taylor Mi. for nearly 4 years now called Video Game Graveyard,we buy sell and trade everything game related,support your local video game shops........ check out my website at WWW.Videogamesgraveyard.com (http://www.Videogamesgraveyard.com)

Oh, you're the guys in the Taylor Town Trade Center. I bought my Saturn from you.

If anyone is in the area, I recommend these guys. They've got a lot of good stuff at fair prices.

[N3XTLVL]

Target at plymouth and middlebelt right by my house and the walmart all have huge discount bins .

[smiggity]

Anything good in those bins?

[jaho16]

Anyone know of stores in the GR area that'll break street dates?

[Primis]

Not exactly a "deal", but very useful info nonetheless for many in this thread (unless you are Detroit-centric).

Gamestop is opening a Coldwater, MI location right off I-69. It's a not just a rumor, the big sign is up already on the front and a sign in the front window gives a 269 area code (Kzoo/Battle Creek) to call for those interested in applying.

Previously the closest location for that area would be Battle Creek (Lakeview Square Mall), Portage (Crossroads Mall, and like only 2 blocks away from there still on Westnedge), or Kendllville, IN. For some Jackson, MI was also still closer.

If this is still out of place, sorry. Just didn't know of a better place to put it and honestly, it's been 2 months since the last post in here.

[HockeyCus]

Any one see any ps3 deals in michgian, maybe from some local stores?

[Organization_XIII]

Any good stores like these close to Battle Creek/Kalamazoo? That is where I currently live

Not exactly a "deal", but very useful info nonetheless for many in this thread (unless you are Detroit-centric).

Gamestop is opening a Coldwater, MI location right off I-69. It's a not just a rumor, the big sign is up already on the front and a sign in the front window gives a 269 area code (Kzoo/Battle Creek) to call for those interested in applying.

Previously the closest location for that area would be Battle Creek (Lakeview Square Mall), Portage (Crossroads Mall, and like only 2 blocks away from there still on Westnedge), or Kendllville, IN. For some Jackson, MI was also still closer.

Insane! I never thought I would read a reference of the Gamestops I shop at. Also, they opened a new Gamestop in BC like 1/4 mile from Lakeview Square.

[Osirus313]

Nothing goin on in michigan?

[Machine]

Whoa, Michigan deal thread is still alive?

[ArmyOfFun]

It's alive but has been in a coma.

[edub3]

The sad fact is I really haven't seen anything locally worth posting. It would be nice to have some activity.

[edub3]

I found some copies of graw2 for the ps3 at the walmart in white lake. They had that and about 1000 copies of acdc rockband too.

[edub3]

I forgot to mention they were 5$. They had some 5$ ds games as well.