Official San Francisco Bay Area CAG List

[Veronica Mars]

Anyone see GTA4? :/

[Civickid96]

I don't think there are any more around Veronica. Other than that location I told you, I think they are completely sold out in the Bay. :cry:

Speaking of which, my Blockbuster account is ok but I'm trading at a couple of spots I feel really comfortable at the moment.

I can't wait for Rockband 2!

--Michael

[metaly]

I was going to rally some of you guys to go in on some Rock Band 2 bundles as part of the TRU B2G1 sale, but then I realized the sale ends a day too early. :[

It's almost as if they knew a wildly popular, $200 game was coming out!

[krazyazn01]

I was going to rally some of you guys to go in on some Rock Band 2 bundles as part of the TRU B2G1 sale, but then I realized the sale ends a day too early. :[

It's almost as if they knew a wildly popular, $200 game was coming out!

It's always like that...they have it a week right before the really popular games come out. There was only one time where I got a new game during the B2G1 deals at TRU....Soul Calibur III. It had just come out that Tuesday (or Wednesday). We didn't have pre-orders or anything, just walked in and asked. They had 3 copies availabe for sale, the rest were for pre-orders...we bought all 3.

[bzchanboy]

I was going to rally some of you guys to go in on some Rock Band 2 bundles as part of the TRU B2G1 sale, but then I realized the sale ends a day too early. :[

It's almost as if they knew a wildly popular, $200 game was coming out!

I could have helped with world tour it came in at the tru I go to. RB2 wont be in till monday from what I heard yesterday. Gonna make one last tru dash tommorrow for some a few more placeholders and/or ds games.

[metaly]

They don't rent the original Rock Band for PS3 in my area, I guess. I stopped at a couple Blockbusters so I could do the song import thing and nobody had it, so I ended up signing up for a free Gamefly account instead.

The Blockbuster in Menlo Park did have RB2 in for PS3, though. Worth checking out if you can't wait another day and don't plan on buying it.

[BlueDS]

If anyone one is interested I saw 2 Wii Fits left at the TRU in newark. Sadly they were all sold out of Dead Space and Socom, and the TRU in hayward are all sold out aswell :(

[KueMan10]

Anyone happen to see LBP's streetdate broken anywhere? I know it's happened at places across the country, but I don't really know of any mom and pop video game shops in the Bay.

[Civickid96]

What a day today.

I went to 4 different Gamestops and 3 different Blockbusters and did trading. I came out with a :360: Arcade system and an ample amount of credit to get the new releases in the next few weeks.

I have a question. The :360: Arcade pack without the Sega Superstars Tennis doesn't have HDMI right? I was wondering if I could trade in my system for one that has HDMI.

--Michael

[metaly]

Speaking of :360:... Anyone need a white 360 wireless controller? Comes with a battery pack and play & charge cable. $35 shipped, or $30 for pick up in downtown Palo Alto. PM me.

[brighenne]

Best Buy in Emeryville has tons of wiis/wii fits(and xboxes and ps3s for that matter) in stock right now, if anyone's close and looking.

[Veronica Mars]

Anyone know if Battle of The Bands has cheats?
I beat it in one day, and wish I could unlock more music, bands,levels or something.

[Civickid96]

Anyone know if Battle of The Bands has cheats?
I beat it in one day, and wish I could unlock more music, bands,levels or something.

Check Gamefaqs.com Veronica and maybe they'll have something there for you.

I just picked up Bioshock and Midnight Club: Los Angeles for the :ps3: today. I can't wait for Guitar Hero and Fallout 3 soon.

Any of you Bay Area CAGers wanna join up and make a group on Rockband? Let me know. It would be interesting!

--Michael

[metaly]

Hey civickid, you have RB2 for PS3, right? I'd be up for a game sometime. I've only tried the online a little bit but it seems solid.

[Civickid96]

Hey civickid, you have RB2 for PS3, right? I'd be up for a game sometime. I've only tried the online a little bit but it seems solid.

Yeah, I got the PS3 version Metaly. Maybe we can do a guitar/bass thing. I don't mind doing vocals either. I would do drums but I don't have room in my house for them at the moment.

I got my Resistance 2 Beta code today! Did anyone else get one?

--Michael

[metaly]

I'm about to set up the drums so I could do that if we had another guitarist, but I suck. So anyone else want to play drums or sing? :)

Got a Resistance 2 code as well, which I don't remember signing up for. Not sure if I'll even download it or not.

Also I just want to say that I'm pretty dissatisfied with Gamefly's service so far. I signed up about a week ago to get Rock Band 1 and there's been no shipping notice even though it was listed as high availability. Meanwhile they sent me Force Unleashed, which I listed at #2. I want my Wave of Mutilation!

[Bavgate]

I got my Resistance 2 Beta code today! Did anyone else get one?

I've been on the Resistance 2 beta for about... a week now? Co-op is so addicting.

[brighenne]

If anyone needs an R2 beta code let me know, I've got an extra.

[LeafPanda]

Hey brighenne can I have it?
Also, hey guys I haven't been on in awhile due to school, depression and overall business =P

[brighenne]

Sure thing, PM'd it to you.

[LeafPanda]

Thanks, except how do you use it =P

[brighenne]

Haha, sorry about that:
Account Management(on the xmb above the PS Store)>Transaction Management>Redeem Playstation Network Card or Promotion Code>Enter Code>Download

[62t]

funny thing is i rarely use my ps3 for anything. maybe i will check out LBP after I get bored of GoW2

[profanedic]

Is anyone here from around the Salinas area (I know it's like 100 miles, but didn't see a "Other Bay Area" thread.)

[gantt]

funny thing is i rarely use my ps3 for anything.

That's sad. I was PS2 only last gen but now I'm all 360 as I still can't justify a PS3.

[CouRageouS]

Speaking of :360:... Anyone need a white 360 wireless controller? Comes with a battery pack and play & charge cable. $35 shipped, or $30 for pick up in downtown Palo Alto. PM me.
Someone buy this! Its a good deal!

Anyone who checks Target clearance, please let me know if you see Scene It or any other decent 360 pick ups. Also keep an eye on 120 gb HDDs. The 120s dropped to $125, and I hope to snag one later on around $80-100.

[Mr. Beef]

Circuit City Daly City clearance has a bunch of PS2 and 360 games for $25 and less. A lot of stinkers (several Maddens clogging up the PS2 bin, for one), but there were some that are pretty nice (Naruto for 360 is a good deal for that price, IMO).

Plus, if you show up during the afternoon, you might see me at the front door. ;)

[danhoo]

So is anyone going to the Resistance 2 midnight event at the Metreon on Monday night? Details:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/10/31/resistance-2-midnight-launch-event-insomniac-community-day-details/

I can't make this, but I want a signed copy, darnit.

[danhoo]

No-one's going to the R2 event tonight? Bummer. I would seriously pay extra for a signed copy of R2.

[metaly]

RIP Circuit City in EPA! Thanks for the GTA4 and uh, that's all I can remember. I never really understood how they stayed in business with the Best Buy right next door. I guess they didn't! :lol:

Now there aren't really any Circuit Cities near me, which is sort of annoying because I still have a $10 gift card from the aforementioned GTA... but wooo, no more driving into EPA after dark!

[Veronica Mars]

RIP Circuit City in EPA! Thanks for the GTA4 and uh, that's all I can remember. I never really understood how they stayed in business with the Best Buy right next door. I guess they didn't! :lol:

Now there aren't really any Circuit Cities near me, which is sort of annoying because I still have a $10 gift card from the aforementioned GTA... but wooo, no more driving into EPA after dark!

Lol.
They had a sale on GTA?

[metaly]

No sale, just picked up the regular PS3 version at launch because of the gift card. You're still looking for the 360 limited edition?

[Veronica Mars]

Yeah :/

[Over easy]

Circuit City Daly City clearance has a bunch of PS2 and 360 games for $25 and less. A lot of stinkers (several Maddens clogging up the PS2 bin, for one), but there were some that are pretty nice (Naruto for 360 is a good deal for that price, IMO).

Plus, if you show up during the afternoon, you might see me at the front door. ;)

Are you the guy who check receipts?

[HERETOSTAY]

Has anybody gone to the Circuit City on Christy Street in Fremont?

[Mr. Beef]

Are you the guy who check receipts?
And the one who says "hello there" in a very unenthusiastic voice. I'm there Sundays through Thursdays.

I wanna quit. :(

[Renzo_]

Anyone here still play/used to play Magic: The Gathering? I would like to trade/pay a bit of cash for certain cards I'm looking for, esp. for the Weatherlight/Predator Crew (Legends, Gerrard/Volrath/Greven/Crovax, etc.)

[metaly]

It's back! (http://www.capcom-unity.com/s-kill/blog/2008/11/11/wanted_sf_bay_area_gamers_to_test_new_capcom_game) There's a crazy-long, six-hour Capcom focus test next Friday to test a new game that "no human outside of the Capcom family has ever seen"! Also it sounds like there will be pizza.

I'm working on a fake ID and some Mission: Impossible-style masks this weekend.

[Veronica Mars]

It's back! (http://www.capcom-unity.com/s-kill/blog/2008/11/11/wanted_sf_bay_area_gamers_to_test_new_capcom_game) There's a crazy-long, six-hour Capcom focus test next Friday to test a new game that "no human outside of the Capcom family has ever seen"! Also it sounds like there will be pizza.

I'm working on a fake ID and some Mission: Impossible-style masks this weekend.

Why can't they just put an e-mail.
I wonder if people actually try to go twice? I have no idea how they would know, unless they card people.

[CouRageouS]

They never asked me for an ID when I went in Summer. We did sign NDAs but it was just so casual and one person didn't show up, I'm surprised they didn't make sure it was the correct people there. My head was shaved in Summer too so the dude will never recognize me. :lol:

I think they owe me for last time for the crappy XBLA game we played and the swag bag including a game I already had. I did get a Chun Li action figure that was marked 1 out of 2000. I should see if thats worth something.

[metaly]

So I went to update my Gamefly queue for the first time in weeks and I think what greeted me sums up my experience with them so far:
http://gamefly.com/SiteDownMessage.gif

#-o

Which brings me to... Anyone want to lend me their Rock Band 1 for PS3?? I just want the disc for 24 hours so I can rip the tracks off it, you can hang onto your guitar and drumset. :D

[CouRageouS]

I'm looking to unload a 360 GH:WT guitar bundle locally. I figured I'd ask here before trading it in. I used the guitar for a couple songs before deciding I didn't like it, works perfectly though. Anyone interested shoot me a PM. Only looking for $60 or so. Maybe a straight trade for Gears 2.

Also selling the wireless GH3 guitar. I prefer the RB controllers and really don't need 4 guitars :lol:

On another note has anyone seen/picked up a $90 120gb HDDs from Target clearance?

[bzchanboy]

On a side note about the target 120gb 360 hdd's if you get one can I please borrow your HDD transfer cable? I really need to get my old 360 a coffin :(

[CarlosX360]

I'm from the peninsula part of the San Mateo County. :D

My name got added, but yeah, that's meeee.

[freakyzeeky]

Hey guys... I totally forgot this thread existed. Sorry! :-#

BTW metaly, I have Rock Band if you still want to borrow it. ;)

[metaly]

Also wondering about any way to get a bigger 360 HD for cheap, now that installs are going to suck up all my space. Anyone seen them marked down at a Circuit City on the peninsula?

[Mr. Beef]

Nope, they're still regular price at the CC I work at.

[CouRageouS]

It should be $99 at CC. Unmarked but ring up that way according to the big thread in the deals forum.

[metaly]

No 120GBs left at the Sunnyvale CC, but at least I got a burrito on my way back so it wasn't a complete loss. Also I can't believe they're still selling the 20GB HDs for $80.

BONUS stupid story: My GPS invented a fake second Circuit City in Sunnyvale. I was like wow, who knew there was a second Circuit City just miles away! What luck! And then I got more and more confused until it directed me into some suburbs and literally into a dead end. WTF GPS. I would have been upset if it wasn't so surreal.

[gantt]

No 120GBs left at the Sunnyvale CC, but at least I got a burrito on my way back so it wasn't a complete loss.

Saved by the burrito.

So where's the best burrito between PV and Sunnyvale?

[metaly]

Lately I've been going to the La Bamba on Castro Street in Mountain View. Good, fast, and right around the corner from Verde Tea Cafe.

[gantt]

Lately I've been going to the La Bamba on Castro Street in Mountain View. Good, fast, and right around the corner from Verde Tea Cafe.

Thanks. I see there's one on Old Middlefield too, near Rengstorff. Maybe a good place to go after you've worked up an appetite dealing with the idiots at the nearby Best Buy.

[bzchanboy]

No 120GBs left at the Sunnyvale CC, but at least I got a burrito on my way back so it wasn't a complete loss. Also I can't believe they're still selling the 20GB HDs for $80.

BONUS stupid story: My GPS invented a fake second Circuit City in Sunnyvale. I was like wow, who knew there was a second Circuit City just miles away! What luck! And then I got more and more confused until it directed me into some suburbs and literally into a dead end. WTF GPS. I would have been upset if it wasn't so surreal.

For some strange reason it lists two CC's in sunnyvale its the strangest thing I swear but at least if you know where it really is it isnt too confusing.

I ended up just getting mine from target for 125. These targets have been nothing but depressing with the clearance lately. That damn transfer cable taunted me and not a moment too soon. As soon as I transferred my data to my new elites 120gb hdd. My 3 year old pro finally once and for all gave me a RRoD. Thank god its covered by MS till tomorrow. Glad I was smart enough to get another 360 too.

Mmm mexican food, I love the vegetarian burritos at Tres Hermanos in Mountain View its right up the street, across the cal train tracks north of downtown mountain view. Awesome food and the liqueur store near it sells JOLT cola mmmm yummy.

For those south bay folks whats good in the sunnyvale/cupertino/santa clara area?

I've got a few places on my list I still want to try. But I need some good suggestions.

[metaly]

Thanks. I see there's one on Old Middlefield too, near Rengstorff. Maybe a good place to go after you've worked up an appetite dealing with the idiots at the nearby Best Buy.

That one is actually the original location, and it's right next to La Costeña which is another burrito place and a cool little market. Everyone says La Costeña is the best in the area but I'm in the La Bamba camp. :)

I'll check out Tres Hermanos next time I'm in the area. For south bay, I keep hearing Eduardo's on Race St. is pretty good. I was actually going to try that out this weekend.

[chronodev]

I live in San Francisco

[Veronica Mars]

That one is actually the original location, and it's right next to La Costeña which is another burrito place and a cool little market. Everyone says La Costeña is the best in the area but I'm in the La Bamba camp. :)

I'll check out Tres Hermanos next time I'm in the area. For south bay, I keep hearing Eduardo's on Race St. is pretty good. I was actually going to try that out this weekend.


The Tres Hermano in EPA is good, but I worry sanatation wise, so I wouldn't recommend going there.

La Bamba > La Costena

[metaly]

My GPS took me on another wild goose chase. :bomb: I'm starting to lose my faith in technology.

Hey Veronica, were you looking for a deal on the GTA4 LE or just trying to buy one period? I was at the Fry's in Palo Alto and they had a ton of them for $60.

[Veronica Mars]

Deal, Really. I don't think that game is really popular anymore. As in, hard to find.
But thanks for letting me know.

[metaly]

Hey guys. I finally made a trade list and wanted to give Bay Area people a heads-up. So here it is (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5149371)! I'm sure there's stuff I'm forgetting but I'll keep it updated.

Eduardo's on Race St. was pretty good. Make sure to hold the cilantro, though.

[freakyzeeky]

So metaly, I noticed have the PS headset on your tradelist. Did you find it any good?

[brighenne]

I'll answer with what I think about mine: it works really well and sounds really good with the ps3, not so much with a phone.

[metaly]

hey freaky. I had a pretty mixed experience with the PS headset. I really liked how easily it connected with the PS3, and how the mute button was huge and easy to use. Also StrandedBrit said I sounded really clear over it using the HQ mode.

Unfortunately, it was less comfortable than my previous headset, and DasFlikko (who I play stuff with more often than SB) said he could barely hear me at all, which was really weird. Also here's the big problem: quite a few times, usually when I was disconnecting it, it would freeze up the whole PS3! I have no idea why, or how to even begin fixing it, so that was the real deal-breaker.

Also half the reason I got it was because you said it fixed the mic issues in GTA4 which were ruining the game for me, and then the day after I ordered it they put out a patch that got my old headset working again! :bomb: Oh well.

I'm glad most people seem to be having better experiences with it than I did, at least. PS3 game nights need more people talking.

[freakyzeeky]

Now that you mention it, my system did freeze on me once when I turned on my headset. It never happened again though... Oh well, sorry to hear that metaly. I'll make the effort to use my headset more often for CAG nights... Getting too quiet lately. ;)

[Civickid96]

All this Mexican food talk and all means one thing, we should do a CAG lunch. Anyone interested? Mondays seem good for me as I live close by. Let me know if anyone is interested. It sounds like the places in Mountain View sound really good. I can sure try out some good Mexican food! :D

--Michael

[karcox3]

does anyone know if the sony playstation store at the Metreon has any black friday deals?

[gantt]

does anyone know if the sony playstation store at the Metreon has any black friday deals?

I don't know, but I'd be surprised. I've never seen anything there that wasn't priced at retail.

[Veronica Mars]

Someone grabbed the last HD at Redwood before I could get there :/

[draculid]

anyone looking for a psp by any chance? got one i can't exactly put on ebay ifyaknowwhatimeanwinkwinknudgenudge.

will also consider trade for a quality 1x12 guitar cabinet :-({|=

Circuit City Daly City clearance has a bunch of PS2 and 360 games for $25 and less. A lot of stinkers (several Maddens clogging up the PS2 bin, for one), but there were some that are pretty nice (Naruto for 360 is a good deal for that price, IMO).

Plus, if you show up during the afternoon, you might see me at the front door. ;)


imma come by and toss a handful of starburst at you for old time's sake.

hey i heard CC's got cvs2 for $12.99 or something now. confirm/deny? i figure now is a perfect time to pick up this game since everyone has stopped playing it.

[gantt]

Originally Posted by Mr. Beef http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/images/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5046604#post5046604)
Circuit City Daly City clearance has a bunch of PS2 and 360 games for $25 and less. A lot of stinkers (several Maddens clogging up the PS2 bin, for one), but there were some that are pretty nice (Naruto for 360 is a good deal for that price, IMO).

Your CC (and the SF store) need to clarify their use of "clearance." Both stores have racks or bins that they've labeled as "clearance," but "clearance" has a specific meaning to the Circuit City POS. As far as I can tell, only games with prices ending in .x6 are "clearance" games to the POS. So when CC has these "30% off all clearance games" sales (as they've had a few times in the past month), many or most of the games in these racks/bins are NOT getting the 30% taken off. "Isn't this a clearance game? It's in the clearance bin." "Yes, but, it's not that kind of a clearance game."

Yet another reason why CC is heading towards a prime position in front of "dodo bird" in the encylopedia of extinction.

[62t]

Anyone else got invited to Eternal Sonata event in San Francisco?

[62t]

Anyone else got invited to Eternal Sonata event in San Francisco?

[Over easy]

What Eternal Sonata event?

[metaly]

No invite for me. I didn't even know something was going on.

The real question is: Is anyone going to the marathon Capcom focus test on Friday? I think it's this Friday, anyway. Whoops, it was last Friday. So did anyone go?

[bzchanboy]

No invite for me. I didn't even know something was going on.

The real question is: Is anyone going to the marathon Capcom focus test on Friday? I think it's this Friday, anyway. Whoops, it was last Friday. So did anyone go?

Someone I work with went, he said it wasn't worth taking half the day off for. I wasnt eligible to go so I told him and yeah :roll: MEGA MEH. Nothing with 5 was involved. It was something some people here have played before.

On to blackfriday talk, if someone is going to gamecrazy or is near one and wouldnt mind picking up Assassins Creed and GRAW 2 on 360 I'd appreciate it. Its buy one get one free on all new games under 19 bucks which both are.

Anyone hitting up any stores?

EDIT: ETERNAL SONATA EVENT WHERE?!?!?!?! I work just down the street from Namco Bandai. I will camp out there if its awesome event.

EDIT2: IN FULL ETERNAL SONATA COSPLAY

[bzchanboy]

Happy TURKEY DAY!!!!!

[danhoo]

I got an invite to the Eternal Sonata thing, but probably won't be going, so feel free to go in my place. It's really more of a fanbuilder thing than a full-blown Namco thing, I think. Here are the details:

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You are cordially invited the Endless Nocturne Farewell Party! Come party with me, Chopin, and other members of Endless Nocturne as we celebrate Eternal Sonata. We will be playing Eternal Sonata (from boss battle save states) on a large video projection screen and talking a bit about the game and your thoughts of it so far. There will be a trivia contest, chances to win some cool prizes and food and drink for all.

RSVP as soon as possible, at chopin@endlessnocturne.com, to make sure that we have accommodations for everybody. In fact, if we get enough attendees we might even get a visit from some people at Namco Bandai Games!

Here is the when & where of the event:

Date: Friday, December 5th, 2008.
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: 665 3rd Street, Suite 230 (2nd Floor)
San Francisco, CA, 94107

Hope to see you there!

~Chopin

[metaly]

Hey Bay Are (http://www.capcom-unity.com/snow_infernus/blog/2008/12/02/calling_bay_are_gamers) CAGs! Capcom's doing another marathon focus test this Friday. They didn't come out and say it's limited to new people, but I don't think I can take off for that long so I won't be going. Hopefully some of the rest of you can get in! Since they want people to apply via their forums, that may limit the applicant pool a bit and give you a better chance to get picked.

[brighenne]

They really need to have one of those when I'm not incredibly busy.

[Veronica Mars]

I heard the focus thing on Friday wasn't worth it at all. I wonder if this is the same game?

[freakyzeeky]

What usually happens during these Capcom focus tests? 8-)

[metaly]

Usually they get everyone to play some upcoming game, maybe asking them to pay attention to certain details or try something specific while they're doing it. Then at the end you get a bag of Capcom stuff. :O

[freakyzeeky]

Cool... I might go do one of these focus tests when I'm in the area one of these days. :)

[krazyazn01]

Does anyone here wanna buy that Gears of War Lancer replica? I thought it would easier to ask here first, since I could just meet up with you guys at some local place. Just private message me if you're interested.

[62t]

haha I got 2 of those Lancer I am trying to get rid of

[krazyazn01]

haha I got 2 of those Lancer I am trying to get rid of

I got it as part of that Amazon deal, so I'm trying to see if somebody local wants it first before I wrap it up as a gift. Although the person in mind, would get a kick outta it.

[metaly]

Brand new and sealed :ps3: Guitar Hero World Tour (game only) for $30 shipped! It's going on the trade list later so PM me if you're interested.

[Civickid96]

Brand new and sealed :ps3: Guitar Hero World Tour (game only) for $30 shipped! It's going on the trade list later so PM me if you're interested.

I'm in the same boat Metaly. I got my game at BBV awhile back and haven't even taken the game out of the plastic yet. Rockband 2 is a much better game.

--Michael

[metaly]

I'm in the same boat Metaly. I got my game at BBV awhile back and haven't even taken the game out of the plastic yet. Rockband 2 is a much better game.

--Michael

Yeah, plus I'm already kind of pot-committed with all my Rock Band DLC. :) There's no turning back!

Anyway, got the game today as part of the guitar bundle and wow, I kind of want to pick up another GHWT guitar and just toss the Strat. No more missing random notes because of that mushy strum bar!

[metaly]

Capcom's having a Bionic Commando/RE5 event (http://www.capcom-unity.com/snow_infernus/blog/2008/12/08/come_play_bionic_commando__re_5_with_capcom)next Tuesday evening in SF. You'll be able to play the multiplayer modes in each game! I might try to make this.

[Mr. Beef]

I'm so gonna try for that.

EDIT: Do I need to bring a guest, or can I just go by myself and look dumb?

[bzchanboy]

Hmmm the 16th in the city that might be one hell of a late night. I'll think about it, depends on if the gf wants to go into the city or not. That place is a hole to drive in and out.

[koji126]

Where exactly is this being held in SF?

[bzchanboy]

Where exactly is this being held in SF?

Its a club event, don't know much other than that. I put my hat into the "contest" hope I get invited. Sounds like a lot of fun. Especially if its anything like the Street Fighter club party.

[gantt]

depends on if the gf wants to go into the city or not. That place is a hole to drive in and out.

Lol. Awesome. Tell all your friends.

[koji126]

Its a club event, don't know much other than that. I put my hat into the "contest" hope I get invited. Sounds like a lot of fun. Especially if its anything like the Street Fighter club party.

How was the Street Fighter club party? I also entered the "contest", but really have no idea what I'm getting myself into besides playing those 2 games.

[Civickid96]

It's 312am and I was reading up on the Rockband 2 Bundle on sale at TRU. Was wondering if other CAGs can update on the stock. I know that Sunnyvale is sold out (as reported by Bzchanboy). I find it pretty insane that someone got theirs for $32!!!!! :hot::hot::hot:

--Michael

[koji126]

It's 312am and I was reading up on the Rockband 2 Bundle on sale at TRU. Was wondering if other CAGs can update on the stock. I know that Sunnyvale is sold out (as reported by Bzchanboy). I find it pretty insane that someone got theirs for $32!!!!! :hot::hot::hot:

--Michael

I plan on going out right now, I woke up pretty late. But I plan on PMing at Best Buy, Walmart, or Fry's. Wish me luck and I'll updated you on whether I'm successful or not.

[koji126]

Sorry about the late response. PM to Fry's was unsuccessful, but Best Buy did the PM without the gift card. I was a little sneaky on my part though, went to the customer service and said if they would PM the ad. The guy agreed and said to grab the game and to bring it back to him to do it. I couldn't find it so I asked a guy in the video game section for it and I explained that I needed it to get PMed and he said that all the Toys R Us were sold out so they weren't allowing anymore PMs...but the games were up at the front. I went to the front and brought it back to the guy to see if they'll do the PM. He brought over his manager and they did it without hesitation. It was $120 after tax or ($119.XX).

Fry's at Brokaw = Unsuccessful
Best Buy at McCarthy Ranch = Successful

[Civickid96]

Good stuff Koji.

I was thinking about getting the :360: version but I know this ad is going throughout the week. Someone getting the bundle for $32 is just plain insane!

--Michael

[koji126]

How the heck did someone get one for $32? And good luck on getting one.

[Bavgate]

How the heck did someone get one for $32? And good luck on getting one.

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=5245318&postcount=358

I laughed so hard when he posted that, simply because that deal is just so amazing.

[koji126]

Wow...that's pretty insane. Maybe I should try going in and saying if they could do add in the adjustment first for me. I would have grabbed a few more for family members and friends if I could get it for that price.

[koji126]

Are any local CAGs still trying to get one? If you are, you should probably list which console you're trying to find one for and maybe if you're lucky, a local CAG will pick one up for you if they come across one or report back stock info.

[hmbtnguy]

I'm looking for a PS3 version of Rock Band 2. As of this morning, the Sunnyvale TRU is still oos. The Winchester TRU's phones aren't working for some reason, and the TRU at blossom hill is also oos. I tried price matching it at the Best Buy next to the Sunnyvale TRU twice but they said they couldn't. The first time they said TRU must have it in stock, the second time they told me TRU got a rebate from Harmonix to sell it for that super low price (which I think is a lie). I'll try my luck at Best Buy by Santana Row later.

Post your updates here too!

[Bavgate]

I'll be checking the San Mateo and Redwood City TRU's in a couple hours. I'll get back at you guys later tonight if they have any more in-stock. I'll make sure to ask how many they have left for each console.

EDIT: San Mateo and Redwood City are sold out. :cry:

[koji126]

Moving onto a temporary more up beat topic. Who's going to the Bionic Commando & RE5 party? I didn't receive a reply, so I guess I'm not going.

[koji126]

Oh and Guitar Center is apparently price matching this? If you're willing to take a trip down to Steven's Creek, you can probably score one.

[hmbtnguy]

Alright just got back from Walmart at Story Road, SJ. I was able to price match without the gift card with no problems (just be sure to bring the flyer!)

When I left at 6:44pm, there was still 1 PS3 version and 5 xbox 360 versions of Rock Band 2. Good Luck!

[metaly]

Forgot to send my info for the Capcom thing. #-oOh well. If this weather keeps up, they'd have to be giving out copies of each game to get me to drive up there.

[Wario64]

anyone see any wii fits in san jose?

[krazyazn01]

anyone see any wii fits in san jose?

I'll keep an eye for you when I go to the GameCrazy on McKee. In my opinion, those smaller stores are the best places since not that many people scout them.

[koji126]

I'll keep an eye for you when I go to the GameCrazy on McKee. In my opinion, those smaller stores are the best places since not that many people scout them.

I was at GameCrazy on Wednesday. I saw that they had a bunch of Wii's, so I'm guessing they should also have the Wii Fit.

[Tatum]

Just got back from Blockbuster at Washington Square in San Leandro. They had about 8 copies of GTA IV for $14.99 in the original box. I got that and Condemned 2 in the 2 for 1 deal.

[freakyzeeky]

Just got back from Blockbuster at Washington Square in San Leandro. They had about 8 copies of GTA IV for $14.99 in the original box. I got that and Condemned 2 in the 2 for 1 deal.
Did you see any good PS3 games for cheap there? ;)

[Danterandal19]

I go to college in SoCal, but I'm from South San Francisco and I live here during the breaks. I mostly frequent San Bruno/Daly City areas for shopping (and the majority of my Gaming deals, of course).

[metaly]

IT IS http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm287/hoimi/cag/bigshaqfu.gifING COLD. :cold::cold::cold: I'm wearing like three sweatshirts.

Hi guys. I was getting a burrito earlier and it reminded me that this place has been pretty quiet lately. So nobody got anything incredible for Christmas? Any ridiculous New Year's plans?

I've got to do an early airport run, plus I've been keeping pretty late hours the last few days so I'm looking forward to being up a while. :drool:

[Mr. Beef]

Well, I got a Triple, and I'm moving to Sacramento this weekend, but other than that, nothing in terms of deals for me. Anybody else?

[gantt]

Well, I got a Triple, and I'm moving to Sacramento this weekend, but other than that, nothing in terms of deals for me. Anybody else?

Aww, weren't you the DC CC greeter? Who gonna greet us between now and when the liquidators take over? :(

[Mr. Beef]

Aww, weren't you the DC CC greeter? Who gonna greet us between now and when the liquidators take over? :(
Obviously not me. It's gotten to the point where I can't even stand...well, standing there, anymore. My coworkers I'll miss. The enviroment? Not so much. It's both awesome and lame that my last day happens to be the 31st, since it's New Year's Eve, and I also have nothing planned. Yay...?

[freakyzeeky]

It is freezing! :cold:
Gosh, it's gonna be like one of those nights where I'm gonna have to break out like 3 comforter blankets just to stay warm. ;)

I didn't get anything too crazy for Christmas, just a hoodie, some cool weird shoes, and Midnight Club: LA. :)

For New Year's, my folks are going to invite lots of family and friends, make and eat Pozole, and just getting drunk in general... Except, I'm not really much of a drinker, so I'm going to spend New Year's around a bunch of drunks. Good times.

[CouRageouS]

IT IS http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm287/hoimi/cag/bigshaqfu.gifING COLD. :cold::cold::cold: I'm wearing like three sweatshirts.

I just got home from the gym. Heat is on and shirt is off :lol: I just can't sleep in a shirt, got too used to it over all those hot summers. Call me crazy, I generally run on the hot side though.

Christmas was alright, haven't exchanged gifts with friends really yet. I'm more of a giver and get small things in return but thats all good. Still haven't figured out what to do for NYE. All I know is I'm going to sleep in and probably end up throwing together a house party. Its insanely foggy right now btw.

[metaly]

For New Year's, my folks are going to invite lots of family and friends, make and eat Pozole, and just getting drunk in general... Except, I'm not really much of a drinker, so I'm going to spend New Year's around a bunch of drunks. Good times.

Dude! Being sober around drunk people is the worst. Not sure if I'm going to some New Year's party yet because that's how I expect it to go.

I just got home from the gym. Heat is on and shirt is off :lol: I just can't sleep in a shirt, got too used to it over all those hot summers. Call me crazy, I generally run on the hot side though.

I think this year I'm finally joining a gym. Then we can have a no-shirt-off.

what

[Veronica Mars]

Happy Late Christmas! And Happy New Years :) lol

[oxidative]

Just saw this thread pop up on the front page and remembered that I used to be a Bay Area CAG. Well, I'm not now! Xevious, please remove me at your convenience.

Enjoy the fog, suckers! ;)

[CouRageouS]

I think this year I'm finally joining a gym. Then we can have a no-shirt-off.

what
I'll be getting my personal trainer certification this year. I'm also in the process of becoming a firefighter. So if you want to be trained by a official hunk of the month contender, give me ring. (we can train shirtless)

[metaly]

I'll be getting my personal trainer certification this year. I'm also in the process of becoming a firefighter. So if you want to be trained by a official hunk of the month contender, give me ring. (we can train shirtless)

I'm going to go ahead and declare this the best post of 2009.

time for bed

[VipFREAK]

:looks at the time: Bed? uh... lol

[Mr. Beef]

I'll be getting my personal trainer certification this year. I'm also in the process of becoming a firefighter. So if you want to be trained by a official hunk of the month contender, give me ring. (we can train shirtless)I'd be mad if I didn't sig this like right now.

[PolRBear]

Just saw this thread pop up on the front page and remembered that I used to be a Bay Area CAG. Well, I'm not now! Xevious, please remove me at your convenience.

Enjoy the fog, suckers! ;)


I'll take the Fog, you can keep the snow (former Vancouver, Wa resident)

[VipFREAK]

Yeah, I like cold, but get up at 4am to shovel snow? No thanks...

[krazyazn01]

I'm planning on using gamepawn to sell my older video games... Do you guys have any suggestions besides gamepawn.com, secondspin.com, and spun.com?

I know there's a for sale/trade section, but I would rather deal in person if I'm not going to a legit site. PM me if u are interested in seeing what I'm selling. I got about 36 games spread across PS2, GC, and mostly Xbox. I do have one of them limited edition MGS3: Subsistence in that red box if anyone is interested...it is opened though. I bought it on a whim when my buddy at GameCrazy said someone didn't pick up their copy.

Happy New Year!!

[CouRageouS]

Happy New Year all! 2009 is the year of no shirts!

[freakyzeeky]

Happy New Year! :D

Still can't sleep... The people at my house are sooo drunk, it's not even funny... Well, maybe a little. :lol:
But it's starting to smell like vomit for some odd reason... It isn't pleasant. :puke:

[metaly]

I was just at the Sunnyvale Golfland and they've gotten some cool stuff since the last time I was there (which was a while ago, sadly). They have Tekken 6 (regular), DJMAX Technika, and BlazBlue. BB didn't look like the type of fighter I'm into, but I need to go back sometime when it's less crowded and try out Technika. Also I need to brush up on my Tekken skills... I was watching some guy obliterate the CPU (and some poor guy) with Paul and figured it would just be a waste of my money.

[Mr. Beef]

Happy (late) New Year's! I spent my NY watching that Looney Tunes marathon on Cartoon Network. Man, those were the days...

"Wabbit Season!" :lol:

[Tatum]

Did you see any good PS3 games for cheap there? ;)

I didn't even check for PS3 but there is a Blockbuster by southland mall in Hayward I need to visit. I'll check there.

[VipFREAK]

Just in case you guys didn't hear (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5338650#post5338650)

BTW, anyone going to the SJ auto show?

[Civickid96]

Nice to be back after having no internet for the past 3.5 weeks. I don't know how one can live without the internet nowadays.

What's new? :lol:

--Michael

[metaly]

Whoops, forgot about that auto show. I went last year and it was pretty cool. I remember wishing they'd have some crazier stuff for the exotic/concept room, though.

It's been a pretty uneventful January, except for everybody quitting at my job. I wonder how long I should stick around. 8-[

Gaming-related, 92 hours into FFTA2 and I finally got Firaga. YEESH.

[gantt]

It's been a pretty uneventful January, except for everybody quitting at my job. I wonder how long I should stick around. 8-[


Who quits a job in this economy? Unless you work at Circuit City, where your job is as good as done anyway.

[metaly]

People who are just fed up with the management, I guess. Many of them had offers at other places already, which probably made things easier.

[Mr. Beef]

Who quits a job in this economy? Unless you work at Circuit City, where your job is as good as done anyway.
...I quit CC. Very recently. :-#

[gantt]

...I quit CC. Very recently. :-#

Yeah, we know. They were moving the merchandise sections around your store last I checked. At least they'll be able to say they didn't go quietly into this good night... :roll:

[Mr. Beef]

My store hasn't been able to make budget for months. Since...I believe the summer, actually.

[VipFREAK]

What store is it?

[CouRageouS]

Who quits a job in this economy?
I quit my second job at this local gym. It was just too tiring while working my real job in fire protection.

The weather is fantastic btw.

[metaly]

I quit my second job at this local gym. It was just too tiring while working my real job in fire protection.

I missed my chance for those training sessions?? :cry:

[Diebythesword]

Any import video game shops in San Jose?

[Superchivo]

Whats up guys! I reside in San Bruno,

I am new here so HI!!!! Just looking forward to meeting some of you cheap ass gamers....

and taking this opportunity to ask if anyone knows where to find a wireless network adapter for a good price? GS in Livermore has some used ones, but thats too long of a drive for me.

[asianxcore]

Any import video game shops in San Jose?

There used to be on in San Jose off Saratoga called "User's Side". They closed up shop around last month and will be concentrating on online sales. They were pretty much a Japanese electronics store that worked out of San Jose and Akihabara.

There was also this great import shop in Burlingame called "Network Video". They closed sometime last year. From what I heard the new owners were not declaring much of their merchandise to Customs. What ended up happening was that lots of their stuff was held back and eventually the place just quietly closed.

Nothing in Bay anymore :(

[metaly]

There used to be on in San Jose off Saratoga called "User's Side". They closed up shop around last month and will be concentrating on online sales. They were pretty much a Japanese electronics store that worked out of San Jose and Akihabara.

ARE YOU SERIOUS. I was going to recommend that place. I only went there once but it was incredible. This is terrible news.

[CouRageouS]

I missed my chance for those training sessions?? :cry:
:lol: I'll still be doing personal training on the side. I'm working with a couple people I know just to get the flow of things, but I won't be a certified trainer till later this year. We can have a Bay Area CAG workout session this Summer, no shirts allowed though.

[Mr. Beef]

Hawt.

[metaly]

Works for me. I don't even own any shirts.

[cmonster]

There used to be on in San Jose off Saratoga called "User's Side". They closed up shop around last month and will be concentrating on online sales. They were pretty much a Japanese electronics store that worked out of San Jose and Akihabara.

There was also this great import shop in Burlingame called "Network Video". They closed sometime last year. From what I heard the new owners were not declaring much of their merchandise to Customs. What ended up happening was that lots of their stuff was held back and eventually the place just quietly closed.

Nothing in Bay anymore :(

Were one of those the stores that had a major clearance sale? A friend of mine was telling me about this import store in San Jose that sold Hori real arcade pro 3 for like $40-50 and other imported goods going for over 40% off. Still kicking myself for missing out on that.

Anyways, Pleasanton resident here.

[asianxcore]

Were one of those the stores that had a major clearance sale? A friend of mine was telling me about this import store in San Jose that sold Hori real arcade pro 3 for like $40-50 and other imported goods going for over 40% off. Still kicking myself for missing out on that.


That would be User's Side. If they had Hori's they went quick because I didn't see any when I went there a while back.

[Wario64]

That sucks...I live in San Jose and I never visited User's Side. I feel like an idiot now that they closed shop

[Civickid96]

I went to User's Side awhile back to get a Dual Shock 3 in black and white before they were released in the US. I remember driving by and seeing that it indeed closed. :cry:

When I was going to San Francisco State, I used to visit Network Video all the time in Burlingame. I'm also sad that it closed as well. I knew the owners and they would always give you a deal if you paid cash or ATM. Those were good times.

All we can go to now for our import needs are NCS and Play-Asia.

--Michael

[Diebythesword]

Damn that sucks, oh well, thanks for letting me know there was one though :D

[Wario64]

There's a Capcom focus group test coming up next Wed.:

Capcom Focus Test Wednesday
January 15, 2009 Deuce

Alright everyone, it's time again to spend a few hours behind Capcom's doors playing one of our yet unreleased or unannounced titles.

If you're in the San Francisco Bay Area next Wednesday, the 21st, we want you here.

We'll looking for a few guys and gals to come in to our San Mateo offices, if your available in the 1-6pm time frame. Here's what I need from you:

- Your full name

- Your phone number

- Age

- Types of games you play

Send all that info to THIS GUY. I need all of that information. I'll be in touch if your one of the selected to come play games and be showered in Capcom swag.

Unfortunately, if you've participated in a Focus Test with us in the past, you're not eligible for this one. Sorry, guys.


http://www.capcom-unity.com/avidmarxist

[Veronica Mars]

I can't find anything clearance at all, especially at Target's.

BTW - Hope everyone's Holiday was Happy.

[Superchivo]

There's a Capcom focus group test coming up next Wed.:

Capcom Focus Test Wednesday
January 15, 2009 Deuce

Alright everyone, it's time again to spend a few hours behind Capcom's doors playing one of our yet unreleased or unannounced titles.

If you're in the San Francisco Bay Area next Wednesday, the 21st, we want you here.

We'll looking for a few guys and gals to come in to our San Mateo offices, if your available in the 1-6pm time frame. Here's what I need from you:

- Your full name

- Your phone number

- Age

- Types of games you play

Send all that info to THIS GUY. I need all of that information. I'll be in touch if your one of the selected to come play games and be showered in Capcom swag.

Unfortunately, if you've participated in a Focus Test with us in the past, you're not eligible for this one. Sorry, guys.


http://www.capcom-unity.com/avidmarxist

Capcom Focus Test Wednesday
January 15, 2009 Deuce

UH?:roll:

[gantt]

Capcom Focus Test Wednesday
January 15, 2009 Deuce

UH?:roll:

January 15 was the date of the post on the Capcom blog. The focus test is January 21. RIF.

Anybody been to a Circuit City yet today? Are they into liquidation mode with everything up to full price less 10%?

[Donholio]

I am in Boulder Creek in the SC mountains.

[koji126]

Anybody been to a Circuit City yet today? Are they into liquidation mode with everything up to full price less 10%?

I'm wondering the same thing. I'm looking to pick up some hardware for my computer, buy a few games, and help my friend buy a decent computer (parents refuse to let us, a bunch of programmers who've built their own computers, build it for her).

[Over easy]

I can't find anything clearance at all, especially at Target's.

BTW - Hope everyone's Holiday was Happy.

It's slim pickings at Target. I was at the Colma Target two weeks ago, and they had a bunch of games on clearance. I went back this week, and there is nothing left. I am contemplating whether to pick up Trivia Pursuit on clearance now though.

[VipFREAK]

Is the Circuit City on Steven's Creek closing?

[62t]

they are all closing

[VipFREAK]

Oh they are. nice.

Will I waste my time going down there? no...

[Xevious]

I was passing by Circuit City this morning while on my way to Trader Joes. There was a shit load of people there waiting to get in. I asked them if they knew what the percent discount was and no one knew.

I knew it was a mob mentallity taking over. I didn't bother joining the crowd. 10 % is no real discount.

[metaly]

I figured all the CCs would be set upon by the Black Friday crowds, so I'm not going to bother. For some reason I never had any luck with CC deals, anyway.

Still, if someone happens to see a 120GB 360 HD...

[Civickid96]

My friend and I stopped by the Stevens Creek Circuit City after work and it was indeed a madhouse. Nothing was majorly discounted. All the reports of 20% off CDs and DVDs were true. However, we both came to the conclusion that we didn't want to spend any money at the store...yet.

Now, if and when the sale is at 40 to 50%, then we'll talk.

--Michael

[krazyazn01]

Anybody here playing Street Fighter HD? I'm not that good, but trying to get better.

[Wario64]

has anyone checked guitar center in san jose to see if they have GHWT guitar bundle in stock? it's on sale for $50 per this thread: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=211286

edit: nevermind, i think the sale ended. damn.

[topnotch97]

anyone in here going to WonderCon?

[metaly]

I dunno, is your sig going to be there?

[Mr. Beef]

The sig will be, but not the girls.

[Civickid96]

Is it true that the Sunnyvale Target closed permanently? I just found out from someone today via pm

--Michael

[Wario64]

Is it true that the Sunnyvale Target closed permanently? I just found out from someone today via pm

--Michael

I dont know about permanently, but i rembmer seeing signs about it being closed around this time about a month ago. i dont go there often so im not sure what the fate of that target is, but i know for sure it was closing around this time.

[bzchanboy]

Yes the sunnyvale target has been closed since the 3rd and it will be replaced by a new target store in november 09 (more like febuary 2010 is what I heard) I'm glad that downtown is getting a revitalization. I can only hope the theater brings in more night life around there.

If anyone see some extra XBL or PSN point cards reduced at CC liquidation i'd pay for ya for them. Cheap cards be cheap.

Anyone up for a South Bay Area Cag meet up for lunch or something sometime?

[asianxcore]

anyone in here going to WonderCon?

My girlfriend and I will be attending again this year. Sort of a tradition since we started dating :)

Definitely looking forward to cool panels, signings, merch tables and the 1/2 off Graphic Novels booths!

[FriscoDude]

I went to the CC in San Mateo and Daly City on Monday. At the San Mateo CC, 20% CDs/DVDs, 30% cables/mobile accessories, and 10% off of everything else; I think the DC CC was the same thing as well.

[metaly]

I enjoy both lunch and meeting people. Who else is in?

[Civickid96]

I enjoy both lunch and meeting people. Who else is in?

Count me in. Mondays are good days for me.

--Michael

[Xevious]

How much does it cost to get into Wondercom?

[FriscoDude]

At the CC in Daly City, they had 30% microsoft points (1600 ones) and Wii points...You have to ask for the MP at the cashier because it is in the back. I am not sure if they have anymore in stock though b/c the cashier had no idea about the 30% off of the cards so he might have bought hella. Worth a shot though.

[Over easy]

At the CC in Daly City, they had 30% microsoft points (1600 ones) and Wii points...You have to ask for the MP at the cashier because it is in the back. I am not sure if they have anymore in stock though b/c the cashier had no idea about the 30% off of the cards so he might have bought hella. Worth a shot though.

Really? When I was there last time, all the Microsoft points I saw were the ones in the glass case, and they were only 800 points. I may drop by if that may be the case.

Edit: After reading about how some CC have Microsoft points that are not usable, I want to know are the 1600 ones that you brought comes in a packaging (plastic shell).

[FriscoDude]

Really? When I was there last time, all the Microsoft points I saw were the ones in the glass case, and they were only 800 points. I may drop by if that may be the case.

Edit: After reading about how some CC have Microsoft points that are not usable, I want to know are the 1600 ones that you brought comes in a packaging (plastic shell).


Yeah, they're in the plastic case, I was going to buy the 800 point MS cards, but the guy said I can't because they have to be scanned.

[Civickid96]

Being a Street Fighter fan, I was so happy to pick this up today at my local Gamestop.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v301/MFlores1013/PennyGuides002.jpg

Man, I wish February 17 would come much sooner!

--Michael

[metaly]

Nice haul, Civickid. (Is that all one trip?) Reminds me I need to pick up Order of Ecclesia. I'm still kind of undecided on SF4, amazingly.

When is lunch happening? Mondays (weekdays in general) aren't great for me unless we're eating in Palo Alto, but that's expensive and sucks. Plus I want extra time afterward to throw down in DJMAX Fever. Out tomorrow!

[retroNutZ]

anything worth checking out at the CC in Daly City or San Francisco?

[humidore]

noticed the Afro Samurai game billboard on my commute to work through Hayward on 92. Nice to see something other than "Celebrasian 08" or whatever was there.

[freakyzeeky]

It's sooo cold... :(

[VipFREAK]

Wussie.

[Civickid96]

Nice haul, Civickid. (Is that all one trip?) Reminds me I need to pick up Order of Ecclesia. I'm still kind of undecided on SF4, amazingly.

When is lunch happening? Mondays (weekdays in general) aren't great for me unless we're eating in Palo Alto, but that's expensive and sucks. Plus I want extra time afterward to throw down in DJMAX Fever. Out tomorrow!

I got those guides on one trip. It was between a couple of Gamestops. I'm usually off of work after 2pm. I have Sunday and Monday off. There should be a few more CAG's that wanna hang out. We are not the only 2 are we? Just let me know what you wanna do. Palo Alto is ok. I wanna check out that taqueria that you guys rave out. I can use a good burrito.

--Michael

[koji126]

Anyone still want to buy Rockband 2 (PS3) for $120? I bought it during the sale and will probably never get to it (still sealed).

[gantt]

I bought it during the sale and will probably never get to it (still sealed).

Never? And I thought I had a big backlog. Well, I guess if I were honest with myself I could say the same. :(

[koji126]

Yeah, my backlog is a bit too much for me right now: Valkyria Chronicles (almost done), Eternal Sonata, Tales of Vesperia, etc. Just a bunch of RPGs and adventure games. And I have more games on preorder already: Resident Evil 5, Street Fighter IV, Bionic Commando, Killzone 2, etc. I like limited or collector's edition type things unfortunately so I usually have to preorder.

By the way, if anyone wants Bionic Commando for the PS3 and hasn't preordered already, I have two at Game Crazy. Which should come with the lunch box. It was a really weird spur of the moment type thing when I was there. Just pay whatever the price would be + a few cents (rounded to the nearest dollar because I don't want to deal with coins =D).

[metaly]

Dude. You got to cut up your credit card if you're preordering multiple copies of games and ending up with stuff like Rock Band as backlog.

[Bavgate]

Anyone still want to buy Rockband 2 (PS3) for $120? I bought it during the sale and will probably never get to it (still sealed).

Koji, I might be interested in it but I can't do any local pick-ups. How much would you be willing to part with it total w/ shipping?

[koji126]

Dude. You got to cut up your credit card if you're preordering multiple copies of games and ending up with stuff like Rock Band as backlog.

I only have one credit card and I pay it off each pay period. So I can't really cut it up as you mentioned. And I think I'll probably just cancel my preorders for Bionic Commando (I personally don't think it will be a good game).

Koji, I might be interested in it but I can't do any local pick-ups. How much would you be willing to part with it total w/ shipping?

Where are you located? I don't mind meeting half way. I live in San Jose, but I'm at Stanford half the week.

[Bavgate]

Where are you located? I don't mind meeting half way. I live in San Jose, but I'm at Stanford half the week.

Located in South San Francisco. I'm in San Francisco the entire week from 1-5 due to work. And if you're maybe wondering, they're two completely different cities. Confused the hell outta me too. :lol:

[koji126]

Located in South San Francisco. I'm in San Francisco the entire week from 1-5 due to work. And if you're maybe wondering, they're two completely different cities. Confused the hell outta me too. :lol:

Ahh, that's closer than SF at least. I can meet you before work somewhere in between (ex. Menlo Park, Burlingame, etc.).

[Bavgate]

Ahh, that's closer than SF at least. I can meet you before work somewhere in between (ex. Menlo Park, Burlingame, etc.).

As long as it's on a Tuesday or Thursday around 11-12ish (since I have no classes those days), I can meet at Burlingame.

[jello00]

What about a Wednesday in Freemont around 4ish? :lol:

[koji126]

Sorry, already in the process of selling to Bavgate. I just need to make a bit of time on Tuesday or Thursday to meet.

[Bavgate]

Just send me a PM whenever you have a set time and day, Koji.

[gantt]

As long as it's on a Tuesday or Thursday around 11-12ish (since I have no classes those days), I can meet at Burlingame.

Broad daylight in Burlingame. Wow. You guys are bold. I'd suggest sometime after midnight, perhaps by the salt piles at the Port of Redwood City. Bavgate could flick his lighter, Koji flashes his headlights twice, and the deal goes down from there. Bring backup.

OTOH, given that you can't move 3 feet at Best Buy without tripping over some Rock Band product, you probably don't have much to worry about. Just picked up the original bundle at Target on clearance, for Pete's sake.

[Xevious]

This is kind of a strange post but everyone in my office are complaining about their doctors. I guess finding a good doctor in the bay area is hard to do.

Do any of you guys know of any good general practitioners in the East Bay?

[MrBrando]

My girlfriend and I will be attending again this year. Sort of a tradition since we started dating :)

Definitely looking forward to cool panels, signings, merch tables and the 1/2 off Graphic Novels booths!

I too will be attending, probably saturday

[metaly]

DJMAX Technika is gone from Golfland already. :cold: I didn't even get to try it.

[asianxcore]

I too will be attending, probably saturday

Scratch that, I won't be attending Wondercon this year with the g/f.

The guest list isn't too interesting to us anymore. Also times are hard and we're saving up what money we do have for Fangoria 09' in Los Angeles.

Have fun everyone!

[karcox3]

any one know if there is a midnight launch for SF4 in the bay area?

[Esper]

any one know if there is a midnight launch for SF4 in the bay area?

I called GS and they told me to pick it up @ 7:00 pm, tonight. I hope 'Ashley' from GS calls, I really want to pick up my copy right now. I hate waiting :bomb: But yeah, karcox3 just call your GS.

[Civickid96]

I would assume most of the Bay Area Gamestops got theirs today (thank you Capcom for being around here). I was wondering, is the SF4 Collector's Edition for both :ps3: and :360: that limited?

I also was lucky and got my Tournament Stick from Gamecrazy today. The only received ONE stick and it was mine. I have 2 PS3 ones now and I'm in need of a 360 one. Oh well, I'll guess I'll wait till the 2nd run comes in.

--Michael

[CouRageouS]

Weird no one said Happy V-Day in this thread. Anyone go to the Pillow fight in SF? Or did the weather cancel it?

[koji126]

I had a few friends who went to the Pillow fight in SF.

Anyways, a shot in the dark here. Anyone want to trade their SF4 Tournament Stick (PS3) for Rockband 2 Bundle (PS3). I wasn't able to sell it due to the buyer's financial difficulties. Or does anyone still want to buy it for that matter?

[metaly]

Seems like Valkyria Chronicles is in demand, so I thought I'd mention I saw a few copies at the Best Buy in Sunnyvale. Or maybe people just want it for under $60, in which case that doesn't help much.

[62t]

well i got my copy of VC from tman fro $46 so I am happy. The UK version is $43 shipped but you might need to import points to get the DLC.

[topnotch97]

I had a few friends who went to the Pillow fight in SF.


damn. :bouncy:

[gantt]

I had a few friends who went to the Pillow fight in SF.

Anyways, a shot in the dark here. Anyone want to trade their SF4 Tournament Stick (PS3) for Rockband 2 Bundle (PS3). I wasn't able to sell it due to the buyer's financial difficulties. Or does anyone still want to buy it for that matter?

gf was wondering why streets were full of feathers. I thought it was a bird strike (flock strike?) on a jumbo out of SFO. hopefully they spared a few pillows for some homeless.

Like to help with RB2 but wrong platform for me. Sadly, I couldn't bring myself to bite on the $300 PS3 at CC.

[krazyazn01]

I had a few friends who went to the Pillow fight in SF.

Anyways, a shot in the dark here. Anyone want to trade their SF4 Tournament Stick (PS3) for Rockband 2 Bundle (PS3). I wasn't able to sell it due to the buyer's financial difficulties. Or does anyone still want to buy it for that matter?

It might be a lost cause, but you can check out the GameCrazy on McKee. I know for a fact that they have the PS3 versions, but not the 360 ones. However, they are pre-order only...but you might be able to get it if nobody claims it in like a week. Supposedly the 360 ones are gonna be delayed until March 2nd. I will probably not pick it up, I just put down $5 just so that other people I know can get in on it. If you're interested in the 360 version...I can PM you when it comes in if nobody I know wants it.

[koji126]

So I'm one of those unfortunate people who ordered the PS3 SF4 CE from DD. Can anyone help me out and point me to a store who would possibly carry this still? I had a stomach infection for the past week and haven't even been able to go out to search.

[62t]

I am selling a FYE backstage pass key chain for $5 for people in the SF Bay area

[VipFREAK]

I woke up around 7:30 this morning after being disturbed from my sleep. Having a hunch I checked the earthquake log. Damn it... we did have one here. 3.5 in Milpitas. Not cool.

[Wario64]

didnt feel anything here, im in south san jose though

[VipFREAK]

It said Milpitas but I'm on the edge near the Great (Fail) mall.

[koji126]

I'm also near the Great Mall, but I think I slept through it. Though I did wake up only because I stabbed myself with a safety pin which was on my pillow. No idea how it came undone, but I feel asleep 10 secs right after I fixed it.

[CouRageouS]

I haven't been inside the Great Mall in ages, I've only gone to D&B a few times in the past couple years but haven't gone into the mall. Isn't it like an outlet mall now?

[TheRock88]

didnt feel anything here, im in south san jose though

Same here

[Over easy]

http://www.capcom-unity.com/snow_infernus/blog/2009/03/06/resident_evil_5_launch_party

To celebrate the release of Resident Evil 5 on Friday, March 13th, Capcom and our friends at GameStop are throwing a launch party! On the eve of the launch, Thursday the 12th, meet us at Union Square in San Francisco to usher in Resident Evil 5. The event kicks off at 8pm and ends at midnight when you will be able to pick up your game- in-between we’ll have plenty going on to keep you busy. For starters, there will be a whole tent dedicated to the game where tons of kiosks will be set up and players will get a chance to get their hands on the game before grabbing it at midnight. You’ll also have the chance to win prizes and giveaways, meet the development team including co-producers, Takeuchi-san and Kawata-san and hang out with the motion capture/voice actors that played Chris, Sheva and Josh. To top it all off there will be new game announcements, stage shows, and Resident Evil activities all through out the night.

In order to guarantee you get the game at midnight, please stop by the Powell Street GameStop before the party to get your game transaction processed. You will need to get your proof of purchase wrist band and receipt for the GameStop store in order to pick-up your game at the party.

Also make sure to get there early as there will be limited space and we want to make sure you all get to enjoy the party!

Just to re-cap the details: be at Union Square in San Francisco by 8:00pm. I highly recommend getting there EARLY. We’ll party until midnight, then you can get your copy of the game with proof of purchase at the Powell St. GameStop. See you there!

[metaly]

Capcom focus test next Wednesday (http://www.capcom-unity.com/snow_infernus/blog/2009/03/12/focus_test_next_week), etc., etc. They're discriminating by age now! :cry:

[VipFREAK]

Say you look old for your age. lol

[bulldog93]

Santa Rosa

[62t]

Capcom focus test next Wednesday (http://www.capcom-unity.com/snow_infernus/blog/2009/03/12/focus_test_next_week), etc., etc. They're discriminating by age now! :cry:
link is gone now but what was the age group?

[Civickid96]

Hey guys.

I just want to say good bye to everyone on here. I'll be heading into Military service tomorrow and I want to know that I appreciate all the good folks here in the SF Bay Area thread. I'll be stationed in Texas and after that, who knows. Thank you all who make this thread awesome. Whenever I can get computer access again, I'll make sure to see how you guys are doing. Take care!

--Michael

[62t]

Good luck Civickid96

[metaly]

Damn, we never got that burrito, Civickid!

Good luck wherever you end up.

[metaly]

link is gone now but what was the age group?

Upper limit was 24. I forget the minimum but I'm guessing it was 18.

[gantt]

Thanks for your upcoming service, Civickid96!

And please let us know your secret to fitting all this in your footlocker :)
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/album.php?albumid=233&pictureid=1163

[koji126]

Good luck Civickid96.

[freakyzeeky]

Good luck, and thank you for your service CivicKid. Take care man, hope we hear from you soon. : )

[Veronica Mars]

Anyone seen any SC4 at any Target?

[Over easy]

Anyone seen any SC4 at any Target?

For PS3 or 360? I thought I saw some at Serramonte Target for the PS3 version, but that was last week.

[Veronica Mars]

For PS3 or 360? I thought I saw some at Serramonte Target for the PS3 version, but that was last week.


360

[Over easy]

360

I was at Colma Target today and I didn't see any. However, I did see $70 Rock Band complete kit for PS3. Would definitely jump on it if I have a PS3.

[VipFREAK]

Be Afraid, VERY afraid! http://intjforum.com/images/smilies/scared.gif

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-quake-swarm26-2009mar26,0,2661746.story

[Bavgate]

Speaking of earthquakes... Anyone feel that one around 10:40ish?

[VipFREAK]

Yeah, I have the earthquake list open now. I see we have a cluster of quakes above and below the Bay Area. RUN WE'RE ALL GONNA DIE!

[RubyEclipse]

Speaking of earthquakes... Anyone feel that one around 10:40ish?
Yes! We actually all felt it here at SEGA:

http://earthquake.usgs.gov/eqcenter/recenteqsus/Quakes/nc40234037.php

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