Ohio CAGs...UNITE!

[life.exe]

12 Wiis at the Eastgate TRU

[radjago]

Didn't even know about that video store in Fairborn. I'll try that & Game Haven. Vacs and Videos is nice for buying systems, it's just most of the games are overpriced.
Agreed about Vacs and Videos, although their current gen prices are pretty reasonable for the most part. The Video Outlet in Fairborn used to be in the Skyway Plaza on Kauffman, but they just moved next to the Bookery on Main St like the last month or so. I had to ask to see the Saturn games at Game Haven. I think they usually only sell those on their ebay store, but they let me look through them and gave me a price based on their ebay prices.

[hiyruu]

I'm in a smallish town about half an hour from Dayton called Eaton. I've found some great deals at the local Walmart and KMart. Picked up Advance Wars DS for $5 and a Wii Points card for $8 at the KMart and a collector's edition of Final Fantasy XII for $12 at the Walmart.

Wouldn't really recommend taking time to come though, as the bargain bin selection is usually pretty hit or miss.

[GaveUpTomorrow]

Hello, I'm in Akron. I generally find decent deals at the Exchange (a used game / cd / dvd store) but you have to look in the stacks of bargain games sometimes to get the best deals.

I've been going to that Exchange for like 10 years :) I lived in Akron for ten years, now I live in the Massillon area. There are Exchanges all over the place though (Kent, Massillon, Akron, Cleveland Ave. (newer)), and a bunch of others scattered around. It is by far the best place I've ever found to buy video games or CDs...as I've bought CDs that have been out for only a month or two for $2.50, games that are out for several months for $5-$10, etc. I pretty much go there every 3-4 days or so :P

Nothing else compares to The Exchange and nothing ever will...if you live in Ohio and haven't been to one, I seriously suggest you go check them out....You won't regret it..

[radjago]

I've heard there's a game store or two in Eaton worth checking out.

[hiyruu]

Not really, unless you've heard of the somewhat rundown pawnshop here. They used to have a pretty good selection, but prices are pretty outrageous.

[Xiados]

What is this Exchange place?

[KrayzieKMF]

I've been going to that Exchange for like 10 years :) I lived in Akron for ten years, now I live in the Massillon area. There are Exchanges all over the place though (Kent, Massillon, Akron, Cleveland Ave. (newer)), and a bunch of others scattered around. It is by far the best place I've ever found to buy video games or CDs...as I've bought CDs that have been out for only a month or two for $2.50, games that are out for several months for $5-$10, etc. I pretty much go there every 3-4 days or so :P

Nothing else compares to The Exchange and nothing ever will...if you live in Ohio and haven't been to one, I seriously suggest you go check them out....You won't regret it..

I went to the one on Howe road in Cuyahoga Falls and it seemed a bit pricey. Don't think I saw anything I was interested in for cheap.

[bill123]

Hey all for anyone still looking for a Wii my circuit city (polaris ) will be getting in 5 tom (sat) and possibly other CC as well. Since they aren't advertised then it's possible to snag one fairly easily. we should have them by noon I'd say.

bill123

[nnthomas]

What is this Exchange place?

Probably something similar to The Record Exchange stores littered around here.

[Xiados]

Probably something similar to The Record Exchange stores littered around here.

Ah. I forgot we had those. I stopped going years ago when they wouldn't take a new cd because it "didn't work".

[JugheadsHat]

Hey, anyone hear of a little town called Bellbrook? Probably not, seeing as how it's about 4 blocks of closed shops, a crappy pizza place, 2 ice cream parlors, so let us just say I'm from Dayton, then. Haven't been to it, but I've heard from my friend that Game Haven has some good deals. Then there's that Hollywood Video near me that's always selling old PS2 games for something like 3 for $20, which could be nice if they had any games besides Neo Contra.

[Ilario7886]

Since the topic has been raised, I'm also in Akron and to anyone who has been in or is recommending The Exchange how is their stock of PS1/Dreamcast stuff?

These are two systems I really lack a lot of titles for but am looking to collect and outside of eBay I'm having a lot of problems finding titles. EB/GS obviously don't carry these around me anymore (nearest one is in Medina and the stock is dead), and a couple Gamecrazies are in Canton but generally don't have much.

Are there any other stores anyone knows of that might have pretty good quality stock for these systems?

[Zennousha]

The Exchange and Record Exchange are the exact same thing. Older stores are usually branded as Record Exchange and the newer ones are usually just The Exchange. Both have the same owner, stickers, etc.

The PS1 and Dreamcast selection varies per store of course but it's usually decent. There's always a few good games I'd pick up if I didn't have so many to play already no matter what store I go to. The ones closer to Cleveland seem to be a lot better, I'm guessing because they are busier and have more trade-ins of older games in suburbs rather than college kids with nothing but PS2/XBox sports games.

[Spanky_Yuc]

I recently move to northwest Columbus. I am looking stores/wholesalers within a 20 miles radius. In particular, I'm interested in PS2 and Wii consoles for export to Ecuador. That's my side business. Please let's stay in touch.

[tangytangerine]

Hey, anyone hear of a little town called Bellbrook? Probably not, seeing as how it's about 4 blocks of closed shops, a crappy pizza place, 2 ice cream parlors, so let us just say I'm from Dayton, then. Haven't been to it, but I've heard from my friend that Game Haven has some good deals. Then there's that Hollywood Video near me that's always selling old PS2 games for something like 3 for $20, which could be nice if they had any games besides Neo Contra.

Which Hollywood Video is it? Cause there are a few like the one on harshman & the one on patterson that have Game Crazy stores in them.

As for Bellbrook, yeah, been through it before and it is pretty empty.

I know it's been mentioned before, also check Vacs & Videos on brandt pike in huber heights too. They have a decent selection of old games. There's also CD Connection, which I don't know if there's one in Dayton. But I know there's one in Kettering & Huber Heights. Decent selection of Xbox, PS2, GC & 360 games. Most of the PS2 games are usually $6.99.

[radjago]

Hey, anyone hear of a little town called Bellbrook? Probably not, seeing as how it's about 4 blocks of closed shops, a crappy pizza place, 2 ice cream parlors, so let us just say I'm from Dayton, then. Haven't been to it, but I've heard from my friend that Game Haven has some good deals. Then there's that Hollywood Video near me that's always selling old PS2 games for something like 3 for $20, which could be nice if they had any games besides Neo Contra.
There's a standalone Game Crazy store on Alex Bell Rd near 675 that usually has a pretty good selection of games. Check out my Dayton Area shopping thread (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70061). It has most of the stores in the area mapped out.

[ragnarok989]

Hey has anyone seen any Wiis in the Toledo area? Or does anyone know when any stores are getting shipments?

[dabamus]

Does anyone know what happened to the CD Game Exchange in Kent? All of a sudden it just wasn't there.

I went to the Exchange(not CD/Game Exchange) at Chapel Hill and there selection was pretty pricey when it came to 360 games and certain Xbox games.(all I care about other than PC and The Xfiles DVDs)

I still need to try the one in Kent.

[radjago]

There's a new Gamestop open in the shopping center next to the Walmart in the Miller Lane area. I haven't had a chance to stop in, but I bet it looks like a Gamestop inside.

[Foo228]

parma cag over here...

and ive yet to go to an exchange but i know there is one in the city somewhere

[Stalemem]

I know it's been mentioned before, also check Vacs & Videos on brandt pike in huber heights too. They have a decent selection of old games. There's also CD Connection, which I don't know if there's one in Dayton. But I know there's one in Kettering & Huber Heights. Decent selection of Xbox, PS2, GC & 360 games. Most of the PS2 games are usually $6.99.
Regarding Cd Connections in the Dayton area, I wouldn't go out of your way to visit them, because its usually very hit or miss. And they rarely have anything from Nintendo worth having from what I've notice. But then again its been a month or two since I've last been to one.

BTW hello CAGs, just busted my CAG cherry.

[tangytangerine]

Regarding Cd Connections in the Dayton area, I wouldn't go out of your way to visit them, because its usually very hit or miss. And they rarely have anything from Nintendo worth having from what I've notice. But then again its been a month or two since I've last been to one.

BTW hello CAGs, just busted my CAG cherry.
I really just shop online when it comes to Gamecube games, I get better deals than going to a store.

As for CD Connection, it's usually good for PS2 games but hit or miss Xbox games. Did manage to grab Star Wars: Republic Commando(xbox) for $4.99 a few weeks ago. It was in their "As Is" section due to having no cover.

Radjago, I finally got around to checking out Vacs & Videos for Saturn games. Pretty slim pickings and was overpriced out the ass. They were wanting $49.95 for a disc only Shining the Holy Ark. It's been a few years since I went in there and from what I saw, it's gone downhill. It's now nothing but a junk shop for overpriced video games.

[TheYellowDart]

know where i can get NES console/games in kettering area?

[tangytangerine]

know where i can get NES console/games in kettering area?

Gamestop's the only game store in kettering. But check your thread in the old school forum, there's a store nearby that carries NES stuff that might have it.

[radjago]

Regarding Cd Connections in the Dayton area, I wouldn't go out of your way to visit them, because its usually very hit or miss. And they rarely have anything from Nintendo worth having from what I've notice. But then again its been a month or two since I've last been to one.

BTW hello CAGs, just busted my CAG cherry.
Hey, are you in HQAX?

[eshbums]

know where i can get NES console/games in kettering area?

If you're ever in the Columbus area, stop by Play It Trade It (by Henderson & High). They've got a great old school selection.

Tell 'em Eshelman sent you and maybe they'll hook you up with a discount too. :)

[bill123]

Ohh yea that place is great. used to go to the chain of stores by the same owner back when they were videogames and music exchange before they all went belly up and he moved over there and changed the name.

[rabbitt]

Any Ohio TRU break street-date for BioShock?

EDIT: Cuyahoga Falls TRU on Howe Avenue has a few copies.

[m3talst0rm]

Does anyone know of any other TRU's that are selling BIOShock?

Specifically Columbus and Cincy areas.

[radjago]

I read on another board that the Beavercreek, OH store has them for sale.

[winsorkwong]

not really a deal but costco in columbus (polaris) had wii bundles (extra controller + mario party 8) for $329.. as of 6:30 pm they still had a lot left.

[life.exe]

Eastgate, Ohio TRU had 2 Wii's left when I got off work. Call first to see if they are still there.

[nnthomas]

Any Ohio TRU break street-date for BioShock?

EDIT: Cuyahoga Falls TRU on Howe Avenue has a few copies.

I'm late to this obviously, but I picked one up here in Toledo on Alexis on Tuesday. All I did was ask the clerk, and he brought out the slips and I snagged one and bailed straight quick.

I'm about to get all 1000 gamerpoints on it too ;P

[life.exe]

I'm late to this obviously, but I picked one up here in Toledo on Alexis on Tuesday. All I did was ask the clerk, and he brought out the slips and I snagged one and bailed straight quick.

I'm about to get all 1000 gamerpoints on it too ;P
So the achievements are pretty easy then?

[Zann]

The Big Kmart located in Middleburg Heights has like 2 to 3 Wii's left. Be sure to call first though, that's what I did.

[nnthomas]

So the achievements are pretty easy then?

Yes

[MM3_XBOX]

I read on another board that the Beavercreek, OH store has them for sale.

I was definitely the one responsible for buying the last early copy this particular TRU had ;) . Sorry Ohio CAGs!

[Shepdawg25]

Just joined today, just found out about CAG today, been enjoying it for sure!

I lived in Grove City orginally then I moved to Newark (2 years ago) and in October I am moving back to Grove City, because my Fiancee and I decided to get an apartment.

*Side note - I work at the Grove City Best Buy (mainly gaming department)

Nice to see so many Ohio CAGS! Go Bucks!

[themightypencil]

cuyahoga falls CAGer here...trying to find the last few stores that might have PS1 games for 75% off...hit the one at Chapel hill and got BoF4 and persona 2....anyone know of any stores yet to be hit or if the store around you has any?

[SolidMetal]

Anyone know where to get a N64 in the Cincinnati area? I live near cincinnati mills.

[Z-Saber]

I'd say try the indie game store in Cincy Mills (Games Galore, I think?) or Game Swap in Tri-County mall. I know for certain Game Swap has them. I wanna say they are $30 or $40.

[SolidMetal]

Eh thats alittle much, I mean their used to be a thirft store(flea market) down in fairfield by the doaller genearl and they had a N64 with the Hey you pikachu! game and controller and cords all for 10 doallers. I really want something between 10-20 bucks.

[Z-Saber]

Eh thats alittle much, I mean their used to be a thirft store(flea market) down in fairfield by the doaller genearl and they had a N64 with the Hey you pikachu! game and controller and cords all for 10 doallers. I really want something between 10-20 bucks.Not gonna find it in a game store, that's for sure. Try thrift stores or maybe someone on here is willing to sell one for that much.

[SolidMetal]

yeah thats what i've been doing,well somewhat lol.

[shipwreck]

Yeah, I don't know of any stores in the area that carry N64's for that cheap. I wish there were more mom and pop stores around here. That's something I'm really starting to miss about Columbus.

[NorthX08]

anyone have a list of the GameCrazys/Movie Gallerys that will be having the 50% off used sale in NE ohio? (cleveland)

[SolidMetal]

Anyone know where to find Pokemon Collesum,Pokemon XD Darkness, or Pokemon Fire Red?
I know that EB/GS sells pkmn c/XD for like 30 bucks but i want it cheaper :/

[floormat]

hey question for you all. Maybe not the best place for this question but probably the best place to get an answer to it.

Me and my wife are coming up on our 8 year anniversary. We took the kids to Cosi in Columbus a few months back and really liked what we were able to see of the area. Just after thanksgiving I was gonna try to take her back without the kids (for 2 days hopefully) and see some more of the area. We ended up north somewhere that had this funky mall that reminded me of something out of 90210 and we also went into this dive mall somewhere in the main city.

My Questions are what's special and/or unique to see or do in the area. Shoping, games, theater or anything you can think of to mention. Fort Wayne's nice but I am sure there are a lot of things in Columbus worth mentioning. Can anyone reccomend a nice hotel and when I say nice I dont necessarily mean hotty totty. Just something thats not a dive hopefully a good price bleh. Sorry 4 kids use up da funds. Pool or jacuzi would be great. Pretty much looking for the best deal while not settling for junk. Bleh I think you get the idea. Sybaris great but to expensive, motel 6 cheap but to much of a dive. bleh.

if it ok mention it here , if its poluting this thread then please message me if you have any info. Thank you all for your time and consideration.

[radjago]

I went to COSI with my girlfriend last year and didn't find much to do downtown either. The City Center Mall was a lot more barren and ghetto than I remember from a few years ago. There's lots of smaller shops near the OSU campus, but downtown seemed like a wash.

[jezebelseven]

A tiny bit outside of Columbus, but Easton Town Center has forever been my favorite shopping/entertainment spot when I'm in Columbus, and it's got some pretty nice hotels too... we almost stayed at the Hilton there but ended up going for something cheaper down the road. It did the job but wasn't exactly clean.

But Easton's great as there's a movie theatre, shadowbox cabaret, spas/salons, a comedy club, loads of shopping, several restaurant options nearby and inside.

For me, the fact that it's all in one place we can walk around is a great thing too, as we don't have to nickel and dime ourselves on fuel costs driving 5 miles here, 10 miles there, and so forth.

This may have even been the funky mall north of the city you mentioned, as it is just northeast of the city, so if this is the same place, oops.

[GLOCKGLOCK]

Hello Ohio CAGs, here in Western PA the majority of the Giant Eagle Supermarkets "Iggle" video stores are closing down. A few shut down today and the rest will close down in the next 6 months. I started a thread in the Northeast Forum with the locations I know about:

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=152924

Possibly we could start something here since there are alot of stores in the Ohio Area.

Here is a link to all the store locations:

http://www.igglevideo.com/content/store/info.html?client=iggle

If people have any information on these stores please pass it along and I will start up a thread here or add the ohio info to the original post.

[spideymike]

Yeah, Easton Town Center is really really nice.

[daminion]

When the one in Fairlawn, OH closed it was nothing special. There was never a decent deal on a game. The lowest that prices ever got was $10 on 4+ year old gamecube games.

Hello Ohio CAGs, here in Western PA the majority of the Giant Eagle Supermarkets "Iggle" video stores are closing down. A few shut down today and the rest will close down in the next 6 months. I started a thread in the Northeast Forum with the locations I know about:

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=152924

Possibly we could start something here since there are alot of stores in the Ohio Area.

Here is a link to all the store locations:

http://www.igglevideo.com/content/store/info.html?client=iggle

If people have any information on these stores please pass it along and I will start up a thread here or add the ohio info to the original post.

[Droogs]

Yeah, I don't know of any stores in the area that carry N64's for that cheap. I wish there were more mom and pop stores around here. That's something I'm really starting to miss about Columbus.

videogame and music exchange is where it's at. (vgmx.com)

They have two stores int he Columbus area and all of their new games are $5 under reatail. They also have coupons that are printable from their website that are pretty good.

[radjago]

Does anyone know someone selling a car? I'm looking for something under $4k, preferably a small import with good gas mileage, but I'm open to any offers.

[ThatDamnDave]

As for cool parts of Columbus:
Grandview (just of downtown)
German Village (just south of downtown)
Easton as mentioned
Arena District
South Campus Gateway (OSU main campus area/High Street)
Polaris if you like that kind of shopping extravaganza thing

Lots of fun/cool spots in Columbus. The downtown area is starting to come around (as evidenced by all the new bars in the Arena District). THey're building a lot of housing down there now and once people start living there in bigger numbers, downtown will develop even more.

City Center though...eh.

[radjago]

Ah, don't forget the Short North either. Lots of neat shops there.

[floormat]

awesome. thank you all for your suggestions.

[bigtymer]

If you want a cheap hotel in Columbus try hotwire...The 3.5 star hotel in Worthington is a Sheraton Suites that is usually $70-80 a night the rooms are all suites and are pretty nice. My favorite downtown hotel is the Doubletree again an all suites hotel with good service.
As for things to do Columbus has the most retail space per capita of any non- tourist destination city in the nation but that said a mall is a mall and easton and polaris are malls.
If you want something to see go see the Santa Maria, go to Schwartz Castle, Kelton House museum, see a show at the Ohio, palace or state theatre. Go to the Newport music hall for a concert.
Check out German village and the brewery district for dining and nightlife
repeat after me I will not go to the mall

[floormat]

checked hotels dot com, priceline, travelocity, etc... ended up finding a much better deal using the actual hotels web site and AAA instead. much better room and about 12% off. creapy thing is the 6 something percent tax plus another 10% hotel tax or something. (dont know what it is but it was on every site) maybe thats normal dont know. Dont get out much.

a night at the CAPA and Cloak and dagger as well.

everything should be great unless the main and back up baby sitter back out. ackkk¡!

[tangytangerine]

For those in the Dayton area. These are the Hollywood Videos closing:

Dayton- Philadelphia Dr.
Kettering- Stroop Rd.

Right now, it's 20% off all inventory. But it's supposed to get up to 75% off near the end of the month.

[radjago]

For those in the Dayton area. These are the Hollywood Videos closing:

Dayton- Philadelphia Dr.
Kettering- Stroop Rd.

Right now, it's 20% off all inventory. But it's supposed to get up to 75% off near the end of the month.
So that's movies and games?

[tangytangerine]

So that's movies and games?

Yeah, they're clearing out all movies & games for those stores.

[nekrolemur]

All the Game Crazy's in the Columbus Area are closing down too. Everything is 20% off right now, but they are saying up to 75% off towards the end of the month. Also, I own a game store. I made a coupon in MSPaint for all the CAGs in the Columbus area. We're opening a second location in the Polaris area. Heres the sweet coupon that never expires! Just print it out, bring it in, and save. We take everything in trade too, from Atari to PS3, 360, Wii and beyond.

http://images19.fotki.com/v23/photos/9/955048/4476070/piticagcoupon-vi.jpg

[ThatDamnDave]

Thanks a bunch for the coupon, that's cool of you.

Had no idea the Columbus Game Crazys are closing. I have some credit at a couple I need to use up, it sounds like. Anyone been there to see if the selection has been picked over already?

[daminion]

We're opening a second location in the Polaris area...


Post back when you have this store opened with the address. I pass right through Polaris on my way to the in-laws house and wouldn't mind a stopping in.

[Xeno G]

Didn't see anything about the store closing at the South High st. Game Crazy on Sunday.

[atomicfox]

Not a video game deal but a question. Anyone else getting screwed by Insight? It's currently the only cable service available in my area, so I kind of don't have a choice. But they're pretty much commiting false advertising with what they're doing to me. I subscribed to the dvr + hdtv pak with digital choice, everything on their site tells me I should have TNT in HD and MHD along with ESPN 1 and 2 in HD. But I can't view these channeles and when I called they said I had to get the HD Pak which is an additional 8 bucks. But I checked the HD pak, it only comes with four channels (HDNet, HDNet Movies, Universal Movies, and something else).

I know Insight is kinda crappy but like I said I don't have a choice. Anyway if any of you in the Columbus area have Insight can you let me know if you're receiving TNT in HD or MHD without being subscribed to the HD Pak? Also if you're not receiving the channels please join me in calling and writing Insight as their program guide, ordering page, and website clearing state we should have it.

[atomicfox]

I haven't seen any Game Crazys that are closing, I've seen plenty of Hollywood Videos closing but none of these were locations with a Game Crazy. The East Broad Game Crazy did not have any store closing signs when I drove by it the other day. However the Brice Rd and Hamilton Road Hollywood Videos sure did.

[nekrolemur]

Not a video game deal but a question. Anyone else getting screwed by Insight? It's currently the only cable service available in my area, so I kind of don't have a choice. But they're pretty much commiting false advertising with what they're doing to me. I subscribed to the dvr + hdtv pak with digital choice, everything on their site tells me I should have TNT in HD and MHD along with ESPN 1 and 2 in HD. But I can't view these channeles and when I called they said I had to get the HD Pak which is an additional 8 bucks. But I checked the HD pak, it only comes with four channels (HDNet, HDNet Movies, Universal Movies, and something else).

I know Insight is kinda crappy but like I said I don't have a choice. Anyway if any of you in the Columbus area have Insight can you let me know if you're receiving TNT in HD or MHD without being subscribed to the HD Pak? Also if you're not receiving the channels please join me in calling and writing Insight as their program guide, ordering page, and website clearing state we should have it.

Yes, that happened to me too. I DVRed a couple shows I wanted to watch in HD, and TNT and MHD do not work, and there was something else screwy I noticed that I should have had but wasn't an available channel for some reason. ESPN works fine though.


Also, it seems like the game crazy closing first is the Polaris location. More stores to follow, including the ones connected to all the hollywoods that are closing. We just put a deal together today to buy out all they're fixtures :]

[radjago]

Dayton Area CAGs:

I saw a flyer for this event at the Dayton Mall arcade, Pocket Change, which btw has free play on a Centipede/Millipede/Missile Command/Bowling machine in the back. I thought it would be worth checking out.

http://www.gaming4tristin.com/

Saturday, Oct 20 at the VFW hall in Huber Heights
Guitar Hero 2, Halo 3 2v2, Wii Tennis 2v2, and Texas Hold Em Tournaments
Free play on consoles and movies all day long.
Auctions, door prizes, raffles, and other giveaways.

$10 for pre-registration, $15 at the door. And of course this is going to a good cause. You can read Tristin's story and get all the details on the website.

[jezebelseven]

Dayton Area CAGs:

I saw a flyer for this event at the Dayton Mall arcade, Pocket Change, which btw has free play on a Centipede/Millipede/Missile Command/Bowling machine in the back. I thought it would be worth checking out.

http://www.gaming4tristin.com/

Saturday, Oct 20 at the VFW hall in Huber Heights
Guitar Hero 2, Halo 3 2v2, Wii Tennis 2v2, and Texas Hold Em Tournaments
Free play on consoles and movies all day long.
Auctions, door prizes, raffles, and other giveaways.

$10 for pre-registration, $15 at the door. And of course this is going to a good cause. You can read Tristin's story and get all the details on the website.

Damnit. I'd really, really like to go to that, but it has to fall on the same night as Biffy Clyro opening for Queens of the Stone Age in Columbus, which I promised the Biffy boys I'd be at. Boooooo!!

[radjago]

Also, if anyone is looking for a 360 locally, I'm selling one. I swapped mine for an HDMI model. Comes with 10 XBLA games, brand new hard drive, wireless controller, wired headset, Component AV cable. I'm looking to get $300 for it.

[Shoagie]

Im going to try to make that thing in dayton, it would be fun!

[lunchboxfett]

There is a movie marathon this weekend at the Drexel. Starts Saturday around 10 :00 PM and runs until noon on Sunday.

[radjago]

I have two friends who will make it to the event. They're playing in the Texas Hold Em and Halo 3 tournaments. I won't be able to go.

[SolidMetal]

Anyone know anything going on in Cincinnati?

[tankexmortis]

Thanks for the coupon, nekrolemur. Very cool of you, always good to see an indie game store. You say you take everything, that include crappy anime DVDs? I've got a bunch I was hoping to trade in somewhere for a second Guitar Hero guitar or a SSBB pre-order. No worries if not, I'll be sure and check out the store regardless.

[nekrolemur]

Thanks for the coupon, nekrolemur. Very cool of you, always good to see an indie game store. You say you take everything, that include crappy anime DVDs? I've got a bunch I was hoping to trade in somewhere for a second Guitar Hero guitar or a SSBB pre-order. No worries if not, I'll be sure and check out the store regardless.

yeah man we can hook you up! bring in anything else you got laying around too.


Also! We're gonna have guitar hero 3 tomorrow for all systems, if anyones interested. I'm already halfway through co-op career and we started playing at 12:30 am lol.

[tankexmortis]

yeah man we can hook you up! bring in anything else you got laying around too.


Also! We're gonna have guitar hero 3 tomorrow for all systems, if anyones interested. I'm already halfway through co-op career and we started playing at 12:30 am lol.

Awesome, I'll stop by later in the week, then. My girlfriend goes up there on Saturdays for class, maybe I'll go with her.

[ThatDamnDave]

For anyone in Columbus, Games Underground is closing (very sad) on 5th Avenue in Grandview (about a block from my house). Everything is 10% now, but I'm sure they'll drop lower as they get closer to closing (Nov. 25).

Shame to see an independent gaming store go out of business.

[eshbums]

For anyone in Columbus, Games Underground is closing (very sad) on 5th Avenue in Grandview (about a block from my house). Everything is 10% now, but I'm sure they'll drop lower as they get closer to closing (Nov. 25).

Shame to see an independent gaming store go out of business.

I stopped by there Friday night. Even with 10% off their stuff was overpriced compared to other mom&pop shops.

Hate to see the little guy go down though.

[Xeno G]

I was in there last night and they're down to 20% off everything now. Didn't find anything myself.

[ThatDamnDave]

Their pricing wasn't always that overpriced. I've bought a couple used 360 games in there that were pretty reasonable. Maybe the rent got out of control or something.

Makes me wonder how that store down on 3rd does. I've never been in there. Something Gifts & Games or something.

[nekrolemur]

The Polaris Store is open! Here's a flyer!

http://images30.fotki.com/v465/photos/9/955048/4476070/flyerback-vi.jpg


Just print em out and bring em in!

Play It Trade It
1202 E. Powell Rd.
Lewis Center, OH 43035
In the Oak Creek strip center off of Polaris Pkwy.
Next to Cookie Cutters and Signs Now


Play It Trade It
4316 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43214
Between Cooke and Henderson on High St.


Enjoy

[bill123]

excellent I drive past there every day to work. I work at the polaris Circuit City stop by if you need any help with anything my names bill.
Gonna have to drop in on my lunch break.

[ThatDamnDave]

Now all you need is a trade-in value checker. I have a bunch of 360 stuff laying around I wouldn't mind getting credit for.

[eshbums]

The Polaris Store is open! Here's a flyer!

http://images30.fotki.com/v465/photos/9/955048/4476070/flyerback-vi.jpg


Just print em out and bring em in!

Play It Trade It
1202 E. Powell Rd.
Lewis Center, OH 43035
In the Oak Creek strip center off of Polaris Pkwy.
Next to Cookie Cutters and Signs Now


Play It Trade It
4316 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43214
Between Cooke and Henderson on High St.


Enjoy

Sweet! I'll have to swing by there this weekend and scope it out! PI/TI rocks.

[bigtymer]

I'll be hitting up CMH this weekend I'll try and stop in and throw some business your way!

[nnthomas]

Anyone have any luck with Mass Effect? ;(

[mcsake]

On their front page. Lots of great deals. I just bought a Xbox 360 HD player for %40 off

STORE CLOSING SALE
Everything in the store is on sale!!!
Currently 40% or more off everything in the store including games, systems, accessories, DVDs and CDs.
All fixtures and display items must go!!!

Last day the store will be open is
Sunday, Nov. 25th.

http://www.gamesug.com/

[tankexmortis]

What was their inventory like? Pretty picked clean, or was there still some good stuff left?

[Iceman20]

Hey everyone. Just wanted to give a shoutout to all you fellow Ohioans. I'm new to CAG and am from the Cleveland area.

[radjago]

Dingleberry's in Yellow Springs is holding a Guitar Hero III tournament on Saturday, December 8th. You can sign up in store or online at their myspace page.

http://myspace.com/dingleberrysmusic

Anyone up for a challenge?

[Iceman20]

Yo, anybody from Ohio going to BB Sunday for a Wii? Depending on the area, I might see a fellow CAG user also. Heh. :mrgreen:

[jousley]

Hey everyone. Just wanted to give a shoutout to all you fellow Ohioans. I'm new to CAG and am from the Cleveland area.

Welcome! :)

[Sinizar]

Will you guys post some addresses to independent game stores for the Dayton and Cincinnati Ohio area? I make it down to the area once a year and I am always looking for the video game stores that carry video games but are not part of the big franchises.

[tankexmortis]

Dingleberry's in Yellow Springs is holding a Guitar Hero III tournament on Saturday, December 8th. You can sign up in store or online at their myspace page.

http://myspace.com/dingleberrysmusic

Anyone up for a challenge?
I'd go since I'm in YS, but I suck at GH. Still haven't finished a single stage in Hard mode.

Plus, GHIII's soundtrack is just so much worse than 1 and 2's.

[radjago]

Will you guys post some addresses to independent game stores for the Dayton and Cincinnati Ohio area? I make it down to the area once a year and I am always looking for the video game stores that carry video games but are not part of the big franchises.
Here's my Dayton area shopping thread.

http://www.cheapyd.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70061

The only independent store in the area that sells new games that I know of is The Game Haven in Riverside. There are a bunch of places that sell used games like Second Time Around, Vacs n Videos, CD Connection, and Gem City Records.

Futher south, I've heard good things about Game Junkie in West Chester, but I haven't made it there myself yet.

[Z-Saber]

Here's my Dayton area shopping thread.

http://www.cheapyd.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70061

The only independent store in the area that sells new games that I know of is The Game Haven in Riverside. There are a bunch of places that sell used games like Second Time Around, Vacs n Videos, CD Connection, and Gem City Records.

Futher south, I've heard good things about Game Junkie in West Chester, but I haven't made it there myself yet.Game Junkie is really cool. I don't go there much since independent game stores are typically not the cheapest places, but it's definitely the nicest locally-run game shop in the area.

[jousley]

Game Junkie is pretty cool. Z-Saber, where do you live? Im just east of Cincy myself.

[shipwreck]

I was in Game Junkie on Monday night. Nice little store, but like 90% of the times I go in there, they didn't have what I was looking for and the prices are too high for me to find any impulse buys.

I'm starting to find quite a few smaller shops opening up over here on the east side of Cincinnati, but so far, they aren't exactly blowing my skirt up.

Hopefully, this new store (Play N Trade) opening up nearest my house will be good, but they have a Scion completely wrapped with gaming icons sitting out front and I don't think I've ever been to a store that has one of those type cars that ever has any deals.

Must be all the rage around here since another store called Game City 360 has a similar type thing on a Hummer.

[Shawn4168]

Wow...lots of Ohio CAGs here...I grew up in Englewood (outside Dayton), and live in Toledo now. I don't really post much, I'm more of a lurker, but I figured I'd at least tack one more Ohio CAG onto the list.

[jousley]

Shipwreck, let me know about the stores ya find...Where is this Play and Trade? I live right outside of Eastgate and work at Bethesda North Hospital, so Im around the area often.... I wanna find some fun stores to visit.

[shipwreck]

Shipwreck, let me know about the stores ya find...Where is this Play and Trade? I live right outside of Eastgate and work at Bethesda North Hospital, so Im around the area often.... I wanna find some fun stores to visit.

Play N Trade isn't open yet, but it's off of the Milford Expressway exit and across from the Target.

Game City 360 is at the Rte. 28 exit across from the Meijer and GameCrazy (east from the 275 exit).

There's also Games Place (I think that's the name) which is on Beechmont a little bit east of the 275 exit.

[Iceman20]

Any Ohio CAG's live in an area where Wiis are somewhat easy to find or available?

[jousley]

Any Ohio CAG's live in an area where Wiis are somewhat easy to find or available?

Oh yeah, New member...they are here for sale like blades of grass in a field...and for $100 each...

Thanks Shipwreck...I forgot that new place on Beechmont...Im going to check it out soon. Just a question, do you ever go to the Gamestop right up from that on Beechmont...the one in Cherry Grove? Im "sort of" a part time employee there..and the manager Donnie is my good friend...real good store.

[Iceman20]

Oh yeah, New member...they are here for sale like blades of grass in a field...and for $100 each...
Depending on where people are, they are available and not as hard to find in other places. I was just asking if there was anyone in Ohio that lives in an area like that... Jeez... :-?

[jousley]

Depending on where people are, they are available and not as hard to find in other places. I was just asking if there was anyone in Ohio that lives in an area like that... Jeez... :-?

Just seems like a silly question to me ;) People stand in line EVERYWHERE around here HOPING to get one...I have never actually saw a Wii on a store shelf YET>

[tankexmortis]

I saw quite a few after it first came out, even EB games had 'em. But I haven't seen any since then. Definitely glad I picked mine up on release day.

[DugFreez]

Play N Trade isn't open yet, but it's off of the Milford Expressway exit and across from the Target.

Game City 360 is at the Rte. 28 exit across from the Meijer and GameCrazy (east from the 275 exit).

There's also Games Place (I think that's the name) which is on Beechmont a little bit east of the 275 exit.

Hey Shipwreck, keep us posted on the Play N Trade opening. I've actually never heard of any of these stores you've mentioned. I'm in the Beechmont / Eastgate / Milford / Tri County area quite a bit. I guess I just don't have my eyes open for new game stores. I usually end up hitting the Gamestops and Best Buys instead.

[shipwreck]

Oh yeah, New member...they are here for sale like blades of grass in a field...and for $100 each...

Thanks Shipwreck...I forgot that new place on Beechmont...Im going to check it out soon. Just a question, do you ever go to the Gamestop right up from that on Beechmont...the one in Cherry Grove? Im "sort of" a part time employee there..and the manager Donnie is my good friend...real good store.

I've been in that Gamestop twice. That's actually where I picked up Ninja 5-0 earlier this year.

[jousley]

I've been in that Gamestop twice. That's actually where I picked up Ninja 5-0 earlier this year.

haha! That was YOU!! I saw they had it in stock one time..went in there and they had sold it. Ended up getting it at the Tri-county store for $4.99 soon after.

[Hibikitour]

I am in West Lafayette, OH. I have seen Wiis in stock several times at the Coshocton Wal-Mart.

[dchadwell]

I've been meaning to check out that new place on Beechmont, I didn't know about the place in Milford though.

Has anyone checked out any Meijer's in the area for the B1G1 PS3/360 thing thats going on now? It's been forever since I've looked at their game section, I'm wondering if they carry anything worth running over there for.

[Iceman20]

Anybody gonna try and get a Wii this weekend? Or next weekend, whenever it is...

[jousley]

Ok..I checked that place out on Beechmont today, Play and Trade. I wasn't too impressed. Its good to have a new store around, but the prices were pretty high....some of their Used prices are more than most stores sell the game NEW for.

[life.exe]

We had a shipment of Wii's today at the Eastgate TRU. Nobody knew we had them for awhile, and then a friend called some friends who called some friends and they were all gone. :P

[Iceman20]

Where is the Eastgate TRU again?

[radjago]

Cincy area CAGs. I've got 8 $10 off $50 coupons for use at the Sears stores at the EastGate, Florence, and Tri County Malls that are good through 12/31. Not good on clearance, video games, video game systems, electronics, DVDs, or Gift Cards among a few other things. PM me with your address and I'll get one out to you.

[daminion]

Just saw this on craig's

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/ele/501572831.html

Guy in canton has 4 Wii's he wants to unload at cost.

[shipwreck]

Ok..I checked that place out on Beechmont today, Play and Trade. I wasn't too impressed. Its good to have a new store around, but the prices were pretty high....some of their Used prices are more than most stores sell the game NEW for.

I'm guessing you are talking about Games Place, because as far as I know Play N Trade isn't open yet?

[radjago]

Dingleberry's in Yellow Springs is holding a Guitar Hero III tournament on Saturday, December 8th. You can sign up in store or online at their myspace page.

http://myspace.com/dingleberrysmusic

Anyone up for a challenge?
Just got word it starts at 3pm.

[KrayzieKMF]

Just saw this on craig's

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/ele/501572831.html

Guy in canton has 4 Wii's he wants to unload at cost.

It's been removed but I doubt it's true. You can easily sell them for $400 in Akron =/

[Dragon27]

Cleveland

[piercey]

Strongsville CAG n00b here :P

Anyway, I was thinking, there really isn't that great of a list for independant game store (and if there is, someone show me it), so would anyone be interested in such a list? I only know of two stores in the Cleveland area (Slipped Disks in Brunswick and this one in Parma), so a list would be sweet.

[nekrolemur]

A list of indie game stores would be pretty awesome on this thread, especially if Cyrix or a mod would edit the OP and put it there :P

I've got 2 stores in the Columbus area myself, and would love to have them on a CAG list of indie game stores. Shall we start compiling?
My name is Mike, btw, co-owner of Play It Trade It. Chris, Darren and I are the owners, and Brent, Cory, David and Tracy are all sweet dudes, so come up and visit sometime, hang out, and play some games with us :D

http://www.playit-tradeit.com/

Play It Trade It
4316 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43214
614-262-8888

Play It Trade It
1202 E. Powell Rd.
Lewis Center, OH 43035
614-436-1111

Now for some other Columbus indie stores...

VGMX
1489 Schrock Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
614-431-5556

VGMX
8731 Smoky Row Rd
Powell, OH 43065-8805
614-761-1212

Mike's Trading Zone
2550 Bethel Rd.
Columbus, OH 43220
614-459-4401

[jousley]

Is Video Trader still up there in the mall on Brice in Columbus? Also, are there any Video Game Expresses or Crazy Burt's still up there? I used to take trips to Columbus all the time just to look.

[piercey]

Good starter for the Columbus area, here are some I know of in Cleveland:

Slipped Discs
1321 N Carpenter Rd
Brunswick, OH 44212
330-225-4141

Fun City
5824 Ridge Rd
Cleveland, OH 44129
440-886-0055

Those are the two I know of from personal experience, but here are some I found after a quick yellow pages look (sorry in advance if their dead):

GameTime
13312 Cleveland Ave Nw
Uniontown, OH 44685
330-699-3333

Game Quest
20760 Southgate Park Blvd
Maple Heights, OH 44137
216-581-3422

Video Gameworld
1031 Kenmore Blvd
Akron, OH 44314
330-753-2008

Game Trader
428 Portage Trl
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
330-929-3423

Game Trade
2400 Romig Rd
Akron, OH 44320
330-745-7927

K&M Records
117 N. Chestnut
Ravenna, OH 44266
330-296-8276

Some of them are multi-purpose (K&M Records and Slipped Discs both have large amounts of DVDs and music), but they all sell games. I swear by Slipped Discs, so go check them out if you're close to here.

[JDN169]

Dayton here!

I work at The Game Haven on Airway (im the guy with the Tool hat there 6 days a week).

Couple FYI's:

We price all our current and last gen used stuff a few dollars cheaper than gamestop (they post all their prices online so it's easy to do).

We should be opening another store later this year.

enjoy!

[JDN169]

Heads up! I just picked up an open box 80GB PS3 at the beavercreek Toys R Us for $350! They've got a premium 360 bundled with Forza and Marvel Ultimate alliance for $250 and slim PS2's for $90.

All of this was as of 4pm.

[Xeno G]

Some more Columbus stores...

Video Games Express
3953 Hoover Rd
Grove City, OH 43123
614-539-5555

Westpointe Video Games
5319 Westpointe Plaza Dr
Columbus, OH
614-777-5500

Level One Games
3840 Lattimer St.
Hilliard, OH 43026
614-777-7000

Is Video Trader still up there in the mall on Brice in Columbus? Also, are there any Video Game Expresses or Crazy Burt's still up there? I used to take trips to Columbus all the time just to look.

Last time I checked, the Video Trader in the Brice Outlet mall was still there but taken over by the people who owned the Asian cloths and trinket shop across from it. Pretty awful selection and prices the last time I checked. I actually worked for that place back between 1998 and 2001 and the prices on the old PS1 and earlier stuff looked like they hadn't changed since then.

There is only one VGE left and I listed it above.

[radjago]

Dayton here!

I work at The Game Haven on Airway (im the guy with the Tool hat there 6 days a week).

Couple FYI's:

We price all our current and last gen used stuff a few dollars cheaper than gamestop (they post all their prices online so it's easy to do).

We should be opening another store later this year.

enjoy!
Hey I know you. I'm that guy. You know the one.

[toxic420]

I live in toledo,oh

[sav2880]

Hilliard CAG here, just moved there from Bethel Road area when I got my house, and familiar with Cincy / NKY too since the family is there. Used to work at Game Junkie in West Chester, wonderful wonderful place.

Now just a new homeowner with a wife and a budget to think about, so beginning to once again check CAG more and more!

(Didn't know about Level One games in Hilliard, I'll have to go check it out. Westpointe looks really promising, have never seen a store wall to wall with more stuff in it)

The talk a few threads ago reminds me ... are there still any Game Swap stores in Cincy? Knew the owner, wasn't a big fan, but they did have a good varied selection.

[JDN169]

Hey I know you. I'm that guy. You know the one.

I know a lot of that guys 8-).

[shipwreck]

Hilliard CAG here, just moved there from Bethel Road area when I got my house, and familiar with Cincy / NKY too since the family is there. Used to work at Game Junkie in West Chester, wonderful wonderful place.

Now just a new homeowner with a wife and a budget to think about, so beginning to once again check CAG more and more!

(Didn't know about Level One games in Hilliard, I'll have to go check it out. Westpointe looks really promising, have never seen a store wall to wall with more stuff in it)

The talk a few threads ago reminds me ... are there still any Game Swap stores in Cincy? Knew the owner, wasn't a big fan, but they did have a good varied selection.

Yeah, there are three Game Swaps in the Cincy area. As for Westpointe, it has an excellent selection at decent prices. That was always my go to place if I was looking for something difficult to find at a reasonable price while I was in Columbus.

[radjago]

I know a lot of that guys 8-).
I'm that guy who bought your DS Lite. Does that help?

[JDN169]

I'm that guy who bought your DS Lite. Does that help?

Ohhh, THAT guy. What's up! :D

[radjago]

Ohhh, THAT guy. What's up! :D
Oh just playing Picross still.

[GogoTheMimic]

I'm from Mansfield area.

My favorite store in the area is a little local place called Stickman's in Shelby; he's an awesome dude and has great deals on stuff usually. :D

[daminion]

Sam's Club in Fairlawn Ohio has Rockband for the 360 for $149.99. They had a stack of them on Sunday and it was marked "Seasonal Item".

I don't have the room for all of that stuff, so I passed. But thought I'd post if anyone was interested. I'm not sure if this was Sam's regular price or not... it didn't seem to be marked down.

[radjago]

Sam's Club in Fairlawn Ohio has Rockband for the 360 for $149.99. They had a stack of them on Sunday and it was marked "Seasonal Item".

I don't have the room for all of that stuff, so I passed. But thought I'd post if anyone was interested. I'm not sure if this was Sam's regular price or not... it didn't seem to be marked down.
It was posted in the deals forum too. That's the regular price now at Sam's.

[Modore]

Grove City here.

[spideymike]

If you're still looking for a Pro 360 with Marvel Ultimate Alliance/Forza 2, the Parmatown TRU and Target both had one left in each store. Lot #746, 175w, FDOU.

[life.exe]

If you're still looking for a Pro 360 with Marvel Ultimate Alliance/Forza 2, the Parmatown TRU and Target both had one left in each store. Lot #746, 175w, FDOU.

To add to the above post, the Eastgate TRU has 5 MUA/F2 Bundles left.

[spideymike]

The Parmatown TRU now has the Pro bundles without the free MuA/Forza 2 games.

[ThatDamnDave]

I saw one at the Easton Target.

[SolidMetal]

The Best Buy in Tri-County has like 30 halo 3 xbox 360 systems left over.

[tangytangerine]

For those looking in the Dayton area for Silent Hill 3, check Mr. Pawn on Linden Ave. in Dayton. They have a complete copy for $9.95. Just thought I'd pass that along since it's $20 less than what Gamestop would charge.

[spideymike]

Parmatown TRU has only one set left of the Xbox Live Vision Camera bundle on clearance from $79.99 to only $39.99. I picked up two today. They also have the wireless headsets on sale for $29.98.

[life.exe]

Eastgate TRU has 4 Xbox Live Vision Camera Bundles left as of Friday.

[TC81190]

The Best Buy in Tri-County has like 30 halo 3 xbox 360 systems left over.

And the Legendary Edition.



On a related note, me and you must live scary close.

[tankexmortis]

With the news that Movie Gallery is closing 400 more stores, I checked out my local GCs. gamecrazy.com is only listing the Patterson road store on their store locator - I'm thinking this means the other two could be closing. Can anyone confirm?
I don't usually shop at Game Crazy since I've got other stores closer, so I dunno if Google Maps is just fucking up and those closed before, or if those two stores are closing in the future.

[tangytangerine]

With the news that Movie Gallery is closing 400 more stores, I checked out my local GCs. gamecrazy.com is only listing the Patterson road store on their store locator - I'm thinking this means the other two could be closing. Can anyone confirm?
I don't usually shop at Game Crazy since I've got other stores closer, so I dunno if Google Maps is just fucking up and those closed before, or if those two stores are closing in the future.

In Dayton, right?

The one on Harshman rd. is still open, as the stand alone store at Cross Pointe Centre in Centerville is still open too.

Game Crazy's site is screwed up. It'll only show the store in that town, none of the ones close to it(type in Centerville & Huber Heights for the other two).

[SolidMetal]

And the Legendary Edition.



On a related note, me and you must live scary close.
lawl yeah.
I live near Cincinnati mills.

I'm that guy who bought your DS Lite. Does that help?
buy me a 360 :3

[radjago]

buy me a 360 :3
I meant I bought my DS from him.

[SolidMetal]

I meant I bought my DS from him.
ooohs. ooohs.

[untouchablemike]

Wooster Ohio.

Yeah, no one else has heard of it either.

[sav2880]

Yeah, there are three Game Swaps in the Cincy area. As for Westpointe, it has an excellent selection at decent prices. That was always my go to place if I was looking for something difficult to find at a reasonable price while I was in Columbus.

Yeah, Game Swap's selection was always a positive, they often had stuff for systems no one else would bother with (I recall years back even seeing a Neo Geo joystick at the Tri-County Mall one).

As for stores up this way, I LOVE Westpointe Video Games. New releases traded back in are always $34.99 or $37.99 to sell, no one else can touch those prices, great for me as I re-partition my collection from older to newer.

And I do have to give the normal love to my old place of work, Game Junkie ... had Dual Shock 3's in stock, bought one up this past weekend, loving it.

Now if only the nearest Game Rush for their deals didn't have to be an hour away at Kings' Island and Mason.

[SolidMetal]

lol gameswap. good times, good times.
I bought my dreamcast there, now it died :[[
And I sold them my gameboy color but i never told them that the sound didnt work LOL

[spideymike]

Btw, in NE Ohio, the North Olmsted FYE has their games for 50% off, but there really wasn't jack squat there of interest. Maybe about 10 360 games and most of them were pretty weak. Plenty of older Xbox and PS2 titles, but nothing of note.

Btw, if anyone finds a new copy of Bioshock for the 360 at FYE for $20, I'd be happy to take it off your hands.

[radjago]

Looks like the Meijer on Harshman Rd in Dayton is moving to Executive Blvd in Huber Heights, near the Target over there. Anyone check the Harshman store for clearance deals?

[tangytangerine]

Looks like the Meijer on Harshman Rd in Dayton is moving to Executive Blvd in Huber Heights, near the Target over there. Anyone check the Harshman store for clearance deals?

There was a story about that in the paper a couple weeks ago about that. There probably won't be a clearance sale until they finish building the new one. Much when Wal-mart closed the store near Target to open the Supercenter on Brandt Pike.

[radjago]

I just checked this evening and they do have some clearance. Pretty much every game that's been out for a year or more has been chucked into a clearance section next to the pets section in the back. Most games are 40-50% off.

[SolidMetal]

ah nice. what about systems? like a 360 anything off of that?

[radjago]

ah nice. what about systems? like a 360 anything off of that?
When I said games, I meant software explicitly. There is no discounted hardware as far as I know, and only a few accessories, like a 64MB memory card for 360 for $16 or a VGA cable for $20. It's mostly games on clearance.

Interesting titles I found while digging:

DS:
Clubhouse Games
Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime
Etrian Odyssey
Hotel Dusk
Picross

GC:
Donkey Konga 1 w/bongos and 2 w/o
Eternal Darkness
Super Mario Baseball

PS2:
Disgaea 2

PS3:
Full Auto 2
Ninja Gaiden Sigma

There were plenty more titles available, but those were the ones that were notable to me.

They had literally hundreds of copies of old sports games, Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec, and lots of Microsoft published games like DoA4, Kameo, Project Sylpheed, and Fuzion Frenzy 2. I wonder who does their ordering and how he keeps his job.

I picked up Hotel Dusk for $17.50 and Etrian Odyssey for $12. Nothing else really hit me as must-buy price-wise.

They had 20% off of display items, including TVs and furniture, 50% off most clothing, and some really good deals on seasonal items.

On another note I stopped by Second Time Around earlier that day and picked up Landstalker for the Genesis complete for $8 and Golden Sun: The Lost Age for GBA cart-only for $5. Also they had a cart-only copy of Car Battler Joe for GBA for $15, 3 copies of Vandal Hearts for PS1 for $25 each, and 2 copies Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II for PS2 for $50(!) each.

[SolidMetal]

gah i desire a xbox 360 :[[

[MouthBreather82]

Looking for a store/ outlet near the Cleveland area preferably towards the east side, Better yet Painsville, Mentor, Wicklift area that still carry a large sellection of PSX and PS2 games. It is getting rather hard to find anthing in my area(ashtabula county)

Even Erie would be acceptable.

Thanks in advance

[SolidMetal]

Yeah does anyone know where I can find a copy of ffvii for psx? I'm trying to sell some stuff on amazon xD
Also does anyone know where I can find dance dance revolution mario mix new in the cincinnati area?

[radjago]

Anyone in the Dayton area know where to get a good cheap wooden media shelving unit and tv stand? I want something that fits on a 46" wall and fits as many DVDs as possible. So far this is the best candidate, but I'd like to see if I can get more for my money's worth.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?type=product&tab=7&id=1155072368556&skuId=7997867&childSku=null&count=null

Also need a TV stand that fits a 32" LCD, is no longer than 45" and has shelves for at least four components. And it has to be dark wood like the shelves to match.

[jam3d]

cincinnati here

[jousley]

cincinnati here

Where in Cincy? I live just east in Williamsburg

[bill123]

The place by me called Play It Trade It on Polaris Pkwy had several copies of FFVII. Unfortunately I don't remember the cost. Hope that helps


Yeah does anyone know where I can find a copy of ffvii for psx? I'm trying to sell some stuff on amazon xD
Also does anyone know where I can find dance dance revolution mario mix new in the cincinnati area?

[sbarbermisier]

Wow, this is cool. I never knew that an Ohio thread existed. I grew up in Bainbridge, lived in Girard a couple of years, and now reside in Madison, on Lake Erie.

[SolidMetal]

The place by me called Play It Trade It on Polaris Pkwy had several copies of FFVII. Unfortunately I don't remember the cost. Hope that helps
lawl im lookin for some like 15-20 range of money. Cuz i want to sell on ebay and amazon.

Is that in cincinnati or dayton?

[MouthBreather82]

Picked this up for about 120 Dlvd

Metal Gear solid-GH version Mint-PSX
FFVIII-GH version New-PSX
Devil May Cry 5th Anniversary collection New PS2
Hitman Trilogy New PS2
Resident Evil Essentials New PS2
Red Faction New PS2:applause::applause::applause:

[MikeE21286]

Never noticed this thread lol.....Cleveland-suburbs area here.

[work88]

Not sure if this is the right place (should I make my own topic?) but I saw 3 Wii Consoles at CC in Garfield Heights, Ohio.

This was on Friday but if anyone is looking for a Wii and in the neighborhood it certainly would'nt hurt to stop.

[SolidMetal]

FFVIII-GH version New-PSX

uh where at?? and did they have anymore?

[amigreenleaf]

I'm a Ohio CAGer too, I usually stay around the Elyria/North Olmsted/Westlake/Avon areas when I go out game shopping. :D I live in North Ridgeville, thats close to Cleveland I guess. Nice to see so many Ohio CAGs!

[JDN169]

uh where at?? and did they have anymore?

The Game Haven in Dayton has FF8, FF9, Anthology, Chronicles, and Origins all new GH copies. They aren't out of print so we can still order them whenever we want.

[SolidMetal]

The Game Haven in Dayton has FF8, FF9, Anthology, Chronicles, and Origins all new GH copies. They aren't out of print so we can still order them whenever we want.
Whats that north in dayton or south closer to cincinnati? And are you sure they will have any more ff7 copies? because i would love to order one or two copies.

[Bojizzle]

Anyone visit Game Junkie lately? It's in West Chester near Cincinnati

[jousley]

Anyone visit Game Junkie lately? It's in West Chester near Cincinnati

I did late last year, but they kind of pissed me off....I called ahead to see if they had Orbital (import GBA) and they said they did. So I drove up there...about 45 minute drive and when I got there, one of the guys working there said "Well...I ended up buying it because it is complete...Ill sell you my Cart only one for $5 less though" I havent been up there since.

[radjago]

Whats that north in dayton or south closer to cincinnati? And are you sure they will have any more ff7 copies? because i would love to order one or two copies.
He works at the store, so I'm pretty sure he knows what they have. AFAIK FF7 is out of print. The store is on Airway Rd. and it's about 10min east of Dayton.

[tankexmortis]

SolidMetal; he said they have copies of 8, not 7. Those Roman numerals confuse me, too.

[JDN169]

He works at the store, so I'm pretty sure he knows what they have. AFAIK FF7 is out of print. The store is on Airway Rd. and it's about 10min east of Dayton.

Correct, we are all sold out of FF7 and we can only get it in used. We do always have FF8, FF9, and the collections new though.

We've also got a sealed GH copy of Symphony of the Night right now. Off the top of my head, here's the rare PS1 games we've got:

Symphony of the Night
Suikoden
Grandia
Parasite Eve
Parasite Eve 2
Lunar 2 Eternal Blue Collection
A couple of the 2D capcom VS whatever games
Xenogears
FF8
Chrono Cross
and more that i can't remamber ATM.

We've also got FF2 for the SNES

[SolidMetal]

ah i can't believe i thought that said ffvii
and do you have any USED copies of ffvii and how much
And how much is chrono cross, new?

Anyone visit Game Junkie lately? It's in West Chester near Cincinnati
My friend used to go there all the time. I almost went there, I wanted to go so badly but didn't get to go. I hear they have like the best stuff.

[KrayzieKMF]

Anyone planning on going to the 4th Annual Ohio Pinball & Gameroom Festival? I saw an ad on the way home from work. Never heard of this but sounds interesting. Looks like adult admission is $12 and children are $5. www.ohiopinballshow.com (http://ohiopinballshow.com/)

[jousley]

Anyone planning on going to the 4th Annual Ohio Pinball & Gameroom Festival? I saw an ad on the way home from work. Never heard of this but sounds interesting. Looks like adult admission is $12 and children are $5. www.ohiopinballshow.com (http://ohiopinballshow.com/)


Darnit! If I had known about this earlier I would have SURELY went. I have just gotten into trying to buy a few pinball machines. I have an NBA Fastbreak and am waiting on my Theatre of Magic to be ready to get here. DAMN DAMN...I really want to go to this, but I have to work.

[JDN169]

ah i can't believe i thought that said ffvii
and do you have any USED copies of ffvii and how much
And how much is chrono cross, new?


My friend used to go there all the time. I almost went there, I wanted to go so badly but didn't get to go. I hear they have like the best stuff.

When we have copies of FF7 they go for $60. We dont have Chrono Cross new but we do have it used for $15 (i believe the current copy is a black label but missing instructions).

[SolidMetal]

When we have copies of FF7 they go for $60. We dont have Chrono Cross new but we do have it used for $15 (i believe the current copy is a black label but missing instructions).
Ah.
Do you have anything rare and cheap I could sell online to get a few bucks for? AKA I'm saving up for a 360.

[Genocidal]

:rofl:

[SolidMetal]

:rofl:
:puke:

[JDN169]

Ah.
Do you have anything rare and cheap I could sell online to get a few bucks for? AKA I'm saving up for a 360.

Not really, we tend to price the older stuff around the average ebay prices. If something exceptional does come in, i've got a bad habit of buying it . 8-)

[SolidMetal]

oooh lame >.>

So how much is your guys dreamcasts/n64's?

[shipwreck]

Anyone visit Game Junkie lately? It's in West Chester near Cincinnati

I was just in there on Monday. Picked up Princess Crown for PSP for $25 and some Halo ActionClix. Planning on stopping back by there on Saturday.

[SolidMetal]

What is game junkie like? My friend used to obsess about it cuz he used to like live there and he told me about how they used to have this like big toy of Sora from kingdom hearts. I always wanted to go to look at their kingdom hearts stuff xD

[shipwreck]

What is game junkie like? My friend used to obsess about it cuz he used to like live there and he told me about how they used to have this like big toy of Sora from kingdom hearts. I always wanted to go to look at their kingdom hearts stuff xD

There's still a lot of Kingdom Hearts figures laying about. I don't think the toys sell too well for them.

[JDN169]

oooh lame >.>

So how much is your guys dreamcasts/n64's?

Dreamcast's are $30 and N64's are $35.

[SolidMetal]

There's still a lot of Kingdom Hearts figures laying about. I don't think the toys sell too well for them.
ah sweet. I guess they have high prices on em huh?


Dreamcast's are $30 and N64's are $35.
eh your n64's are too pricey. I saw a n64 complete with pikachu talk thing and mic for 10 bucks at this thrift store that was in Fairfield but the store's not there anymore :/

[JDN169]

eh your n64's are too pricey. I saw a n64 complete with pikachu talk thing and mic for 10 bucks at this thrift store that was in Fairfield but the store's not there anymore :/


We price at market value; we were selling them at $18 but when our supply started getting low we bumped them to $25. When we were down to just one or two systems we went to $35.

[QiG]

I'm a Ohio CAGer too, I usually stay around the Elyria/North Olmsted/Westlake/Avon areas when I go out game shopping. :D I live in North Ridgeville, thats close to Cleveland I guess. Nice to see so many Ohio CAGs!

Same here.. live in North Olmsted. I can literally walk across the street and be at Great Northern so I'm always checking on several YMMV deals posted but never find them around here. Makes circuit city and compusa closing down in this area more depressing.

[radjago]

Update on the Harshman Rd Meijer closing in Dayton. Grocery side is 10% off, 20% off general merchandise, and an additional 20% off clearnace prices already marked. Everything on the store is elgible and of course all sales are final.

[bigjunior]

Update on the Harshman Rd Meijer closing in Dayton. Grocery side is 10% off, 20% off general merchandise, and an additional 20% off clearnace prices already marked. Everything on the store is elgible and of course all sales are final.

Some decent deals are there. I'm waiting for gen. merch. to go further down so I can get a george foreman grill! :lol: As for games, I didn't see too many gotta have its. tho I DID find odin sphere for $15. sorry guys, last copy!

[tankexmortis]

Who else is picking up their copy of Brawl at the Beavercreek Circuit City? Be cool to see some people from CAG there. Also, does anyone know exactly when CC will have it in, and if there are gonna be midnight launches or anything? I'm gonna call later in the week, but I figured one o' you might already know.

[SolidMetal]

im thinking of gettin my brawl at the best buy in tri-county or the best buy in bridge water falls.

[radjago]

Some decent deals are there. I'm waiting for gen. merch. to go further down so I can get a george foreman grill! :lol: As for games, I didn't see too many gotta have its. tho I DID find odin sphere for $15. sorry guys, last copy!
That okay, I got it for less than that around Christmastime at the Beavercreek store. I didn't look that closely over the PS2 games.

[radjago]

When we have copies of FF7 they go for $60. We dont have Chrono Cross new but we do have it used for $15 (i believe the current copy is a black label but missing instructions).

I saw your listing on CL. You should list all the rare games you're selling here and start a thread in the trading forum.

[JDN169]

I saw your listing on CL. You should list all the rare games you're selling here and start a thread in the trading forum.

That's probably what i need to do, not many people around here realize what some PS1 games are worth.

At The Game Haven we've recently got in the following:

FF7
Tactics Ogre
Lunar Silver Star Story Complete
Arc the Lad Collection
Lunar 2 Eternal Blue collection
Escape from Monkey Island
Castlevania SOTN (Import for saturn)
Xenogears
MINT Dragon Warrior 7
SEALED Castlevania SOTN (GH PS1)

[GaveUpTomorrow]

I just picked up Persona (PS1) from The Exchange on Cleveland Ave. for $10. It seems like every time I go there, (or any other The Exchange store), I find another rare game for cheap :)

[SolidMetal]

Anyone know where to get a dreamcast for only like under 20 bucks? I don't need any controllers or anything I just need a good console that plays games. I don't need any cables either.

[JDN169]

The Game Haven now has dual shock 3 controllers for $60 (imported).

[Squirms]

I found a Rock Band set with everything for $100 on the Toledo craigslist page. I would snatch it up, since it comes with everything, if it was a 360 deal.

http://toledo.craigslist.org/tag/618102504.html

[Squirms]

Anyone know where to get a dreamcast for only like under 20 bucks? I don't need any controllers or anything I just need a good console that plays games. I don't need any cables either.

Don't know where in Ohio you are, but I found this http://toledo.craigslist.org/ele/617107774.html

[JDN169]

The Game Haven got broken into monday night. As far as we can tell all they took is a used 360 (no cords, just the system), 2 used PS2's, and a used XBOX.

The XBOX and PS2's have Game Haven warranty stickers on the bottom and the 360 has a sticker on the side with my crappy handwriting on it (it says "seems to work, needs further testing").

If anyone finds these for sale in the Dayton area PM me ASAP or call our store at (937)252-5635.

thanks!

[eshbums]

I just picked up Persona (PS1) from The Exchange on Cleveland Ave. for $10. It seems like every time I go there, (or any other The Exchange store), I find another rare game for cheap :)

Where at on Cleveland Ave? I've never heard of The Exchange.

[tangytangerine]

Radjago, any idea when the Meijer on harshman is closing? I know I went last week and it was 30-60% off general merchandise(on what was left).

[bigjunior]

Radjago, any idea when the Meijer on harshman is closing? I know I went last week and it was 30-60% off general merchandise(on what was left).

Stopped in yesterday, it was still 30-60%. no really-gotta-have-it games. may get a few at the next price drop, but until then....

[SolidMetal]

Yeah so any deals on like a 360 anywhere? And PS I'm in north carolina right now so i won't be home til like saturday.

[radjago]

The Game Haven got broken into monday night. As far as we can tell all they took is a used 360 (no cords, just the system), 2 used PS2's, and a used XBOX.

The XBOX and PS2's have Game Haven warranty stickers on the bottom and the 360 has a sticker on the side with my crappy handwriting on it (it says "seems to work, needs further testing").

If anyone finds these for sale in the Dayton area PM me ASAP or call our store at (937)252-5635.

thanks!
That sucks! I can't believe that's all they stole. What a waste! Hope they get caught. I'll keep an eye on ebay, craigslist, and the local papers for listings.

Anyone know where to get a dreamcast for only like under 20 bucks? I don't need any controllers or anything I just need a good console that plays games. I don't need any cables either.
They go for $40 or so on ebay. I'd keep an eye out on craigslist or local pawn shops.

[tangytangerine]

Stopped in yesterday, it was still 30-60%. no really-gotta-have-it games. may get a few at the next price drop, but until then....

Yep, went there yesterday. Saw a lot of mediocre games(jeez, they had a ton of copies of Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run for Xbox). Might pick up Justice League Heroes & a couple others if they get up to 80% off.

[bigjunior]

Yep, went there yesterday. Saw a lot of mediocre games(jeez, they had a ton of copies of Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run for Xbox). Might pick up Justice League Heroes & a couple others if they get up to 80% off.

Stopped in today, and it's 40% - 60% for gen merch, and 50% off for games. But most of the good games are gone now. I figure a few ebayers raided it something fierce sunday. Even still, there's bargains to be had if you want to get few games on the cheap (Jak 3 for $6... why not!)

to add... store closes in 13 days

[tangytangerine]

But most of the good games are gone now.

Nope, there weren't that many good games to begin with. It's been pretty much crap that Gamestop & Game Crazy are overstocked with ever since they started clearing everything out.

[JDN169]

Big Lots in the Airway shopping center in Dayton has 15ft HDMI cables for $13!

[MM3_XBOX]

Family Video in Huber Heights has a couple 29.95 pre-owned Assassin's Creeds, Mass Effects, Halo 3s, and one 19.95 Super Mario Galaxy when I dropped by this morning.

[tangytangerine]

Judging from the ad in the paper yesterday, the games at Meijer on Harshman Rd. are now 60% and might be 80% around Sunday.

[radjago]

I stopped by yesterday and it was 60% off marked prices. Slim pickings though. I'm amazed that all the DS, PS3, and Wii games disappeared so quickly.

[bigtymer]

Just got back from the University Heights Target...lots of clearance deals. PC/Mac GH3 for $50 marked down from $70. Bluetooth keyboard for PS3 for $25. Shure headphone $70 marked down from $100.
Just wanted to let the Clevelanders know about all these deals.

[life.exe]

If you want a Wii, Toys R Us will probably be a good place to look. We just got 45 on our truck last night(Eastgate TRU) and we are supposed to be getting two more 40+ shipments in the next two weeks. I would call first though because Im not sure if they will be holds for ads or not.

[slowrc3]

Ended up buying Orange Box(PS3) for 24.xx with the $5 off coupon last night at the target near Polaris in Columbus. They also had some other good deals. There was one copy of OB left.

[JDN169]

This is getting real old real fast, robbed again and this time we got a news video:

http://www.whiotv.com/news/15953448/detail.html

If anyone knows anything call the store or cops.

[tangytangerine]

This is getting real old real fast, robbed again and this time we got a news video:

http://www.whiotv.com/news/15953448/detail.html

If anyone knows anything call the store or cops.

That's pretty damn sad. Did the store keep track the registration numbers on the systems? Hopefully they'll catch the 2 guys that did it.

To be honest, that area that the store is in has gone downhill the past 10 years. I think that's why CD Connection moved up to across from Wright State's campus(until it eventually closed). I remember a couple times that store got robbed before they moved.

[Irukandji]

there was a dreamcast for 20 bucks at the exchange by my house. kamms corner in cleveland.

[SolidMetal]

there was a dreamcast for 20 bucks at the exchange by my house. kamms corner in cleveland.
Wow I live in cincinnati lol.

And I'm sorry about that store. Looked like a pretty good store. :/ good to see local gamestore still.

[bigjunior]

watched the news. Those guys knew EXACTLY what they were doing and going after. the whole thing took 45 seconds!!
Sad to see this shit going on. Hope you guys are insured and can recover.

[JDN169]

We're really not as bad off as the news makes it out. We ended up losing a premium and elite 360 along with a handful of games but it's not like it's going to put us under or anything. We don't keep serial numbers or anything on file but even if we did i doubt we'd ever find them. We're currently looking at ways of improving security.

The response time from the police was awesome (about 2 minutes) but not much you can do when the d-bags only took 45 seconds (as mentioned). Normally robberies are an annual thing, apparently not this year.

At least channel 7 ran a legit story, Fox news made us sound like the small shop struggling to make it in the big scary world, they also seemed more concerned about the release of GTA 4 than the robbery. To top it off, the article on their website is very poorly written (misspellings and a mention that $2K is all we make in a month, that would barely pay rent, much less 12 employees).

For those interested, we've got a used Wii in stock (that managed to avoid being stolen). It's a little expensive at $240 though.

[bigjunior]

We're really not as bad off as the news makes it out. We ended up losing a premium and elite 360 along with a handful of games but it's not like it's going to put us under or anything. We don't keep serial numbers or anything on file but even if we did i doubt we'd ever find them. We're currently looking at ways of improving security.

The response time from the police was awesome (about 2 minutes) but not much you can do when the d-bags only took 45 seconds (as mentioned). Normally robberies are an annual thing, apparently not this year.

At least channel 7 ran a legit story, Fox news made us sound like the small shop struggling to make it in the big scary world, they also seemed more concerned about the release of GTA 4 than the robbery. To top it off, the article on their website is very poorly written (misspellings and a mention that $2K is all we make in a month, that would barely pay rent, much less 12 employees).

For those interested, we've got a used Wii in stock (that managed to avoid being stolen). It's a little expensive at $240 though.

Agreed about the news coverage. Ch 7 ran a good story about the theft; halfway thru the Fox story I was wondering what the hell they were reporting about!! Where did GTA4 even enter into the equation?!

[JDN169]

Agreed about the news coverage. Ch 7 ran a good story about the theft; halfway thru the Fox story I was wondering what the hell they were reporting about!! Where did GTA4 even enter into the equation?!

I did manage to be in the Fox video though. ;)

I think the angle Fox was going for was that people may be breaking into stores to get copies of GTA 4 to play/sell. It came out pretty stupid.

[jezebelseven]

Any Dayton-ites looking for a wii should be one of the first two people in line at the Trotwood Sears on Sunday, so a little birdie tells me.

[falcon815]

Hey guys. Not an Ohio resident myself, but I found a coupon some of you might be able to use. There's a set of Gamestops that have a coupon flyer that includes a 50% trade-in bonus coupon on it. Rules: 5 games at a time, doesn't stack with anything but Edge, coupon must be surrendered. Here are the Ohio stores listed on my coupon (got it in Indianapolis):

1) Eastgate Mall (4601 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati)
2) Eastgate Square (4394 Eastgate Square Dr, Cincinnati)

A little specific, but if you're in that area, check those GSes for the coupons. They're good until the end of August.

[SolidMetal]

Isn't that for like everywhere?
I don't do trade-ins anyway, they're a rip off.

[falcon815]

Isn't that for like everywhere?

If it were, I think there'd be a thread somewhere for it by now. That, or the Blockbuster thead on VG deals would be atwitter with plans for a flipping frenzy.

I don't do trade-ins anyway, they're a rip off.

Neither do most of us, but when there's a 60% bonus, a lot more people would consider it worthwhile. I don't think getting $32 back on a $40 investment ala FFVII:CC is a bad deal, for example.

In conclusion: what the hell, dude, I was just trying to help.

[SolidMetal]

In conclusion: what the hell, dude, I was just trying to help.

um...ok?

[movieman2742]

I'm from Whitehall, a suburb of Columbus on the east side. I used to shop here but Columbus hasn't had much good stuff here recently. I tend to travel out of town a couple days a week. Been to Dayton, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, and about every small town in Southwest Ohio. Not to mention parts of Kentucky and Indiana.

Chicago and New York are next on my list.

[Darkside Hazuki]

I've returned to central Ohio after a four year sabbatical in the Windy City.

Damn it, everything here looks the same! What the hell have y'all been doin'?!

I kid. Drove by Bethel the other day to see that Crazy Burt's no longer exists. Never bought anything there, but it's always sad to see the little guy disappear. Used to price match their new releases all the time (they generally sold for $4-5 dollars less).

There was another similar store in Grove City, still went by the old "Video Games Express" title. Anyone know if it's still there?

[Xeno G]

There was another similar store in Grove City, still went by the old "Video Games Express" title. Anyone know if it's still there?

It's still there and Burt still owns it. As far as I know it's the last VGE. At one point Burt owned like 5 of those and he had Crazy Butr's on Bethel.

[life.exe]

Hey guys. Not an Ohio resident myself, but I found a coupon some of you might be able to use. There's a set of Gamestops that have a coupon flyer that includes a 50% trade-in bonus coupon on it. Rules: 5 games at a time, doesn't stack with anything but Edge, coupon must be surrendered. Here are the Ohio stores listed on my coupon (got it in Indianapolis):

1) Eastgate Mall (4601 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati)
2) Eastgate Square (4394 Eastgate Square Dr, Cincinnati)

A little specific, but if you're in that area, check those GSes for the coupons. They're good until the end of August.

If you could get a scan of those that would be awesome, I drive by those stores everyday.