Official San Francisco Bay Area CAG List

[62t]

I was in San Francisco and didnt felt anything

[metaly]

Felt it here mid-peninsula... Or at least I did. Apparently everyone else just chalked it up to wobbly desks.

Just noticed we got the famous Sega rep from the Valkyria Chronicles thread to post! So when's the next exciting Sega event around here?

[koji126]

I didn't feel the quake, Stanford area.

[gantt]

From the time, it appears I was eating breakfast in the Sunset - didn't even see the water in my glass tremble. I turned on the radio in my car after and thought, "Earthquake? What are you people smoking?"

I suspect SEGA is on landfill. Good luck with that :)

Next time they need to coordinate GDC with the quake. Would add a nice punch to the keynote demos.

[Over easy]

I felt it. The only reason I felt it is because I was sitting on a office chair, and the chair was spinning on its own. I thought someone/something was turning my chair while I was playing RE5.

O, and I live in San Francisco.

[gantt]

The only reason I felt it is because I was sitting on a office chair, and the chair was spinning on its own. I thought someone/something was turning my chair while I was playing RE5.

Capcom and Herman Miller have been jointly developing this technology in secret for years, and the rollout has been silent until now. Look for the press release soon.

[Xevious]

So...No one mentioned the new Sales tax increase. Its 9.75% in Alameda county. That certain impacts any deal that's at a B&M store.

[freakyzeeky]

So...No one mentioned the new Sales tax increase. Its 9.75% in Alameda county. That certain impacts any deal that's at a B&M store.

I know, crazy ain't it? I bought Dead Space yesterday and noticed the sales tax was higher. :(

[VipFREAK]

Yeah... makes Buy.com that much more worthless too.

[CouRageouS]

Yea my boss called me and the rest of our guys yesterday to make sure we was charging 9.75% on our invoices. I was just about to buy a new TV too, but I'll go with Amazon like I should have in the first place.

[freakyzeeky]

Is it really just in Alameda County though? I thought it was a statewide tax, no?

[Nam]

Is it really just in Alameda County though? I thought it was a statewide tax, no?

it is statewide, but it only increases whatever tax by 1%, so depending on your county and what they charge it goes up 1. for instance where I go to school. ucmerced, they charge 7.75%, so it'd be 8.75%

[metaly]

Huh... and here I thought it was just the pizza place that raised prices.

[gantt]

The extra 60 cents on a $59.99 game is a deal-breaker for me. I'm all about Yahtzee from now on.

[Veronica Mars]

I'm mad about the tax increase. They said it's going to raised again in the next summer.

[Xevious]

This really affects big ticket items especially...I was planing to get a $500 camera...the sales at Best Buy won't cut it when compared to Amazon.

[asianxcore]

Our state continues to be a gigantic joke.

[Veronica Mars]

Our state continues to be a gigantic joke.

I totally agree. I'm more scared about the deflation of the dollar because of how much money is being thrown out.

[rickonker]

I totally agree. I'm more scared about the deflation of the dollar because of how much money is being thrown out.
Inflation?

[Veronica Mars]

Inflation?


My computer has Auto-Spell Check and ruins everything. I mean that the dollar will go down in value.

- Isn't Deflation the right word?

[gantt]

My computer has Auto-Spell Check and ruins everything. I mean that the dollar will go down in value.

- Isn't Deflation the right word?

Inflation = prices go up, meaning a dollar buys less - it's gone down in value.

Now can we get back to talking about game launch parties at the Metreon, instead of the economy? Oh wait, the PS store is closing.

Well, can we talk about burritos, at least?

[rickonker]

My computer has Auto-Spell Check and ruins everything. I mean that the dollar will go down in value.

- Isn't Deflation the right word?
What gantt said.

The PS store at the Metreon is closing?

[gantt]

What gantt said.

The PS store at the Metreon is closing?

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/02/18/BUJ215VEJ0.DTL

Not a big surprise. The first (and last) game I bought there was SOCOM. With headset. Oh, I may have bought the PS2 network adapter that day, too. All list price, of course. My pre-CAG days. What an innocent I was.

[rickonker]

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/02/18/BUJ215VEJ0.DTL

Not a big surprise. The first (and last) game I bought there was SOCOM. With headset. Oh, I may have bought the PS2 network adapter that day, too. All list price, of course. My pre-CAG days. What an innocent I was.
Interesting, it looks like it won't even be the Metreon anymore.

[metaly]

Someone said burritos?

Burritos consumed this week: 1. I can do better than this.

[VipFREAK]

^I've had 2 burritos. :p

lool, it's closing? That's funny. That place was worthless everytime I went there.

[metaly]

Anyone going to the SF4 National Finals (http://www.capcom-unity.com/snow_infernus/blog/2009/04/08/street_fighter_fights_hunger__sfiv_national_finals ) this weekend? Ehehe.

[Bavgate]

I think I'll be going to that. Might as well, since I don't have anything else planned that weekend.

[62t]

yea I hope I can get a signed SFIV

[metaly]

Posted some ugly photos (http://metaly.org/archives/2009/0419_street_fighter_iv_national_finals_2009.html) of the SF4 finals. Anyone else go? Got my SF4 signed, and a shirt that's a little too big. :)

[Bavgate]

I was there. Wonder if I might've seen you, metaly.

Anyway, we all got shirts from the VIP section and had them signed by Daigo and Justin Wong. Pretty awesome. Last night was just sooooo much hype. I lost my freaking voice. Haha.

[metaly]

Hehe did we talk about CvS2 in the Ono line? I didn't talk to many people there.

And wow, did you have to ninja rope into the VIP section? I want Daigo to sign my game.

[Bavgate]

I wasn't even standing in that line. I was thinking about bringing some stuff to get signed, but decided last minute not to. If I were to get anything signed, it probably wouldn't have been from Ono though since that line was huge. I probably would've just randomly went up to some of the pro players there (Gootecks, Ed Ma, etc.) and have them sign something of mines. We got there a little after the first four games were played, so I pretty much had no chance in that line anyway. I really wanted that SF fitted cap though... That cap was SOOOO sick. I'd drop some good money for all three colors.

One of my friends actually had access to the VIP section 'cause he had a badge or whatever, so that's how we got some shirts and had them signed. Not sure what I want to do with the shirt either. It's a medium, so I can't wear it. Guess I'll just hang it up on my wall or something.

Parking was a bitch @ Fort Mason though! What really set me off was some douchebag's Mustang took up TWO spots. He purposely parked in such a stupid angle that no one else could get into the adjacent spot. We ended up parking on a residential street about two-three blocks away. Wasn't that far, but still. Have some common courtesy (hope that wasn't your car, metaly).

It was lots of fun though. Definitely glad it was here in San Francisco!

[Mr. Beef]

A buddy of mine stole some shirts from Daigo, and even got Justin Wong and Daigo to sign them. Daigo didn't know his shirts were gone until it was too late.

[metaly]

I really wanted that SF fitted cap though... That cap was SOOOO sick. I'd drop some good money for all three colors.

I decided to skip that line since it looked like it was just some random dude drawing on blank hats with a Sharpie. Didn't notice they all had the buttons on them until later. :wall:


Parking was a bitch @ Fort Mason though! What really set me off was some douchebag's Mustang took up TWO spots. He purposely parked in such a stupid angle that no one else could get into the adjacent spot. We ended up parking on a residential street about two-three blocks away. Wasn't that far, but still. Have some common courtesy (hope that wasn't your car, metaly).

My Mustang! :lol:

Actually I was lucky enough to get a spot in the harbor lot that said it was good till 10. I was pretty paranoid about getting a ticket (didn't!) but it would have been worth it to see that exhibition tournament. And man, I forgot how much I hate driving in SF.

A buddy of mine stole some shirts from Daigo, and even got Justin Wong and Daigo to sign them. Daigo didn't know his shirts were gone until it was too late.

Your friend better hope Daigo didn't see or he's gonna get EX shoryukened on the street some day!

[Bavgate]

Dude, I'm pretty sure that same friend that stole the shirts is the same person I'm talking about that got the shirts signed, LOL! Was it Solis? Hahaha.

[Mr. Beef]

Yeah, it was Solis! How do you know him?

EDIT: He also wrote a blog about the event, which you can find here. (http://www.getyourtournament.com/blog/)

[Bavgate]

Yeah, it was Solis! How do you know him?

EDIT: He also wrote a blog about the event, which you can find here. (http://www.getyourtournament.com/blog/)

I know him through Davi and Eddy. We used to go over to Solis' house to play Brawl too (well, they still do but I quit playing that game). Hell, I think I might know you in person too, haha. Were you there when we went to someone's apartment in Pacifica (next to Westlake) when we tried for like... 45 minutes to start up Brawl, back in early '08 (January or February, I think)? I was there that one night. I was the dude with the glasses with Eddy and Davi. :lol:

[Mr. Beef]

Yeah, that was my apartment. :lol:

[Bavgate]

LOL, small world. Hahahaha.

[gantt]

Lol at you guys. Don't anybody badmouth Kevin Bacon, I'm sure he's on here too.

I'm not into SF4 but kinda cool they held this at Fort Mason. Next year they need to move it to Alcatraz and I'm there!

So Mr. Beef, how's life post-Circuit City?

[VipFREAK]

You guys better be frying your arses off as much as I am right now. This is fucking retarded.

[Mr. Beef]

Lol at you guys. Don't anybody badmouth Kevin Bacon, I'm sure he's on here too.

I'm not into SF4 but kinda cool they held this at Fort Mason. Next year they need to move it to Alcatraz and I'm there!

So Mr. Beef, how's life post-Circuit City?
Things are alright, if not really boring.

[Veronica Mars]

I'm trying to see the new 49ers Uniform, but that sites down :/ I wonder if it's the site or my computer...

[Over easy]

I'm trying to see the new 49ers Uniform, but that sites down :/ I wonder if it's the site or my computer...

I'm not sure did they have an official pictures of the uniforms, but here is a link with small pictures of the uniforms: http://mvn.com/miningthegoldrush/2009/04/drafting-in-later-rounds-49ers-uniform-leaked.html

I was hoping for some newer looking designs, but I guess the old ones are just as good.

[Veronica Mars]

It was going to be streaming live on their website.

[karcox3]

anybody know when sony metreon's playstation store is closing. i think its this month or in june?

[Mr. Beef]

The Metreon is closing?

[karcox3]

no just the sony stores, the sony style store is already gone.

[VipFREAK]

I'm surprised those stores lasted as long as they did... Especially with the amount of FAIL prices in them. Lots of brainless suckers buy there I guess.

[subtek]

I was at the Metreon the other day. They're selling all 3rd Party titles for 20% off.

[koji126]

Is anyone interested in Bionic Commando for the PS3 with lunchbox? I dont think I 'll be getting my preorder. I'll probably just change the amount I put down to store credit or something if no one is interested.

[koji126]

I ended up buying Bionic Commando and got my lunchbox. Somewhat happy with the game, online is pretty fun.

Anyways, any San Jose CAGs know which Best Buy has the Endwar Bundle for the PS3 on clearance for $40? I missed out on the deal at Target.

[gantt]

PlayStation store at Metreon is closing Wednesday.
Third-party titles are 50% off. Doesn't seem to be a lot left.
Resistance 2 CE is $60.

RIP.

[metaly]

Stopped at La Bamba today (still my favorite burrito place) and they had a sign posted saying they were now on MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, etc. Twitter hasn't really caught on with me but I just found it funny that a taqueria was using it.

http://twitter.com/taquerialabamba

[SubjectNameHere]

I'm not sure if any of y'all frequent Haight-Ashbury but if someone's willing to make a run up there this week or next, I have a huge favor to ask and I'll definitely make it worth your while. PM me.

[metaly]

Man it is hot. Fuck this. :hot:

[Bavgate]

Yeeeeep... Can't wait for it to cool down again. I need the fog!

[VipFREAK]

^Ur ass better not be complaining if you're in SF. pussies.

Awyway, yah it's fucking hot...

[subtek]

I'm actually glad I'm stuck at work right now.. AC is nice here.

[VipFREAK]

I had to leave work early, one of the few times I wasn't happy about that...

[Furashu]

Hey guys i was thinking about going to SF, but cant really convince some friends to go cause they "already have seen the golden gate bridge."

What else is there to see or do in SF other then china town and the golden gate?

[VipFREAK]

Union square shopping? Museums? Trolley ride? Warped road?

[gantt]

Hey guys i was thinking about going to SF, but cant really convince some friends to go cause they "already have seen the golden gate bridge."

What else is there to see or do in SF other then china town and the golden gate?

Zip. Nada. Nothing to see here. Move along.

Was happy the heat wave broke early here. First rule of SF weather: leave home without a sweater/jacket and you'll inevitably need one.

[Gamelore]

PlayStation store at Metreon is closing Wednesday.
Third-party titles are 50% off. Doesn't seem to be a lot left.
Resistance 2 CE is $60.

RIP.
Oh this is so sad -- I just read this. Of my rare trips to San Francisco, this is one place I always stop by :(

Lots of good memories from the PlayStation store. The best was probably the EQOA launch party back in '02. Stacks of free games, controllers, EverQuest swag, etc. Fun times!

Oh, and I should probably add to this Bay Area list since I've been living around here like 3 years now...

[retroNutZ]

Yeah, ALWAYS wear a light coat.

Well there always seems to be something going on that's video game related. Between SF and San Jose, you should be able to schedule something. Also, look into things like friendly scenic tours through the Tenderloin, competitive fashion fighting hipsters, gender role playing games on O'farrell, and throwing hamburger patties at vegan store windows.

[trdkamuri51o]

reppin norcal....

hayward, ca

[trdkamuri51o]

Hey guys i was thinking about going to SF, but cant really convince some friends to go cause they "already have seen the golden gate bridge."

What else is there to see or do in SF other then china town and the golden gate?


SF zoo, the fort under the GG bridge, Golden gate park inclusive of the king tut exhibit, museum of science, palace of fine arts, coit tower, pier 39 for some clam chowder up to sutro towers (the big red/white ones in the mountains the crooked road (there are two in frisko) and so on

if you drive across the golden gate, take the first exit and make a left after the bridge (before the big ugly rainbow tunnel) you will go in the marin headlands and get great views of the GG bridge....

http://c1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/15/l_a9b4630d393ea43fec937d9ca6cac558.jpg

go late night to stow lake in the golden gate park (bigger than central park) and look for the lady of the lake... u may see her or not its a ghost tale but i have had friends scared shiznitless to go driving there at night..

there is a ton to do in frisko u just need ot think outside the box

there are a lot of resturants,

[gantt]

Avoid calling it "frisko" and your visit here will be much more pleasant...

Try North Beach. Italian food and adult entertainment, that satisfies 99% of people right there...

[metaly]

Tons of SF4 TE sticks at the Palo Alto Fry's, if you're into that. Saw stacks of about 10 for both PS3 and 360. I want one but I just got a new TV so I'm on wallet probation. :-#

[koji126]

Anyone know where I can get GT5 Prologue (non-gh or whatever they call it now) at a cheap price? I see it go for $25, but I think it went for less before?

[retroNutZ]

Anyone here going to California Extreme this year?

California Extreme 2009
July 11-12, 2009
Hyatt Regency Santa Clara

http://www.caextreme.org/

[rodieremix]

Hey guys, I'll be visiting San Francisco in a couple of weeks and was wondering where I could find a few good independent record stores. Naturally any cool game stores that I should check out too would be appreciated. Thanks!

[gantt]

Independent record stores? Where can you find record stores, period? I know of Rasputin and Amoeba.

Game stores in the city? I know of none except the usual suspects (Gamestops and Best Buys).

[seen]

^What he said on the indy music stores unless your into electronic music in which case there are others.

Game stores: Try Star Games in SF if your into old consoles and games.

[gantt]

Wow. Star Games. How did I miss that? Thanks for the tip. This place sounds too good to be true. I fear they're closed already, but just in case I will try to check it out this weekend - as should all Bay Area CAGs.

[rodieremix]

^What he said on the indy music stores unless your into electronic music in which case there are others.

Game stores: Try Star Games in SF if your into old consoles and games.

Actually, all I really listen to is electronic music, so that would be preferred.

[bzchanboy]

Anyone here going to California Extreme this year?

California Extreme 2009
July 11-12, 2009
Hyatt Regency Santa Clara

http://www.caextreme.org/


Thank you :applause: I had no idea this was going on. I missed last years and really wanted to go but it was too late. This time its closer to home :) and its going on during my birthday weekend.

[retroNutZ]

^What he said on the indy music stores unless your into electronic music in which case there are others.

Game stores: Try Star Games in SF if your into old consoles and games.

Oh my stars, I can't believe I never heard of this place either! The closest classic game store that I knew of was in the east bay. Thanks for the tip! :bouncy:

[arrrggghhh]

Has anyone seen any endwar bundles at target for less than $45?

[metaly]

Went to CA Extreme last year and it was pretty cool, but it was a little pricey so I don't think I'll make it a yearly thing. It's definitely worth checking out at least once, though. The best part was that there are so many classic games I've only ever heard of and never actually played, and I got to try them all in one place.

[62t]

Anyone else went to Distant World concert?

[AiNoKame]

1 Row Behind, 5 seats over from Uematsu + me and gf looking under 17 (using our Asian powers) for 50% off tix = the sweetness

[gantt]

Has anyone seen any endwar bundles at target for less than $45?

I assume this is the PS3 EndWar bundle? I've seen it at a couple Targets for $22.48 or thereabouts.

[Veronica Mars]

Anyone seen the Powerpuff Girls set at Big Lots?

[seen]

Update on StarGames in San Francisco, they are open pretty early in the mornings I've walked by at shortly before 11 and they were open.

Talked with one of the guys there, he seemed cool talked about games for a bit, asked what was up with their website. Apparently its still in the design process but supposed to look good according to him.

Trade-in values are awesome compared to GS for what I have traded and give them a thumbs up and hope they will start to have cheaper prices in the future.

And no I do not work here or know them well, I just appreciate the idea of a small video game store in the city instead of going to Gamestops and Best Buys to buy games.

[gantt]

they are open pretty early in the mornings I've walked by at shortly before 11 and they were open.

"Shortly before 11" = "pretty early in the morning". :lol:
Definitely on gamertime...

[koji126]

I assume this is the PS3 EndWar bundle? I've seen it at a couple Targets for $22.48 or thereabouts.

I'm also looking for this. Which Targets did you spot this at? I'm San Jose borderline Milpitas area.

[gantt]

^ Don't remember exactly, but up the peninsula, not south bay. Been at least a couple of weeks now.

[koji126]

Alright, guess I'll just have to drive to my local Targets to check.

[buffcorp]

foster city here

[gantt]

foster city here

Good to know. I heard rumors it had fallen into the bay.

[buffcorp]

Good to know. I heard rumors it had fallen into the bay.


LOL that is why i bought a kayak for when the next big quake hits, foster city will be the first to sink

[Fuzi0n]

Just moved here to San Jose for school from the central valley. The change in weather has been awesome.

[gantt]

Just moved here to San Jose for school from the central valley. The change in weather has been awesome.

Having baked my brain in Gilroy today, I can only imagine.

[VipFREAK]

Just moved here to San Jose for school from the central valley. The change in weather has been awesome.

You're lucky you came here this year. It's been really unseasonably cool this year. The last few years it's easily been in the 90's. What school are you going to?

Having baked my brain in Gilroy today, I can only imagine.

I was in Gilroy close to the Garlic festival for my sis's wedding. It was a lot cooler than I expected it to be.

[Fuzi0n]

You're lucky you came here this year. It's been really unseasonably cool this year. The last few years it's easily been in the 90's. What school are you going to?

Well even 90's beats 100+ everyday. I'll be going to San Jose State this fall.

[gantt]

I was in Gilroy close to the Garlic festival for my sis's wedding. It was a lot cooler than I expected it to be.

High was 96 yesterday at Gilroy Gardens. What were you expecting, Hades? Congrats on your sister's wedding, though. If the expression "if you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen" applies to marriage, they should be together for a long time!

[VipFREAK]

^cool Fusi0n.

Hades? I was expecting to fry my arse off the whole time. Thanks, yeah. We had it about 6pm so it wasn't that bad. To be honest with you I don't remember much from the reception part after the wedding. lol

[koji126]

Well even 90's beats 100+ everyday. I'll be going to San Jose State this fall.

Cool, what major?

[ASLplease]

Hey, does anybody know if Fry's Electronics does price matching? I really want to price match Street Fighter 4 but Best Buy has to have notification that Gamestop/EB Games have to have the game in stock before selling it to me -_-

[koji126]

Fry's will price match, but they'll either call to verify price and stock or call to verify price.

[ASLplease]

Man, that's like Best Buy's policy :\. I really want SF4 but there sold out at Gamestop and Best Buy won't let me get it.

[koji126]

So I was able to pick up the Endwar bundle for $22 + tax. Now I'm looking for the Orange Box for PC. I missed out on the $10 deal on Steam cause I didn't have a computer that was capable of running it. Now that I do, I want it. Anyone knows where I can get it for cheap around here? All I see are $28 - $30 for the retail.

[mrman1980]

anyone picked up games like MSG 4 or GTA 4 in the Hollywood Video Sale :) let me know if we can trade or something. Oh i live in Sunnyvale.

[gantt]

The PlayStation store is now a farmers' market.

How did it come to this?

[Xevious]

BART strike was just announced. What a crock of shit!

[Bavgate]

Seriously! I have to find a way to get to work now. :/

[gantt]

I will drive a train for free. I might even pronounce the name of the next station so humans can understand it. That's right, Transit Union: I Drink Your MILKSHAKE.

[VipFREAK]

I side with management on this one over the unions... they just want a free ride. It's getting old because they always strike.

Luckily, I don't need Bart nor is it around here. All I have is this shitty ass "light rail" that goes no where.

[Xevious]

I side with management on this one over the unions... they just want a free ride. It's getting old because they always strike.

Luckily, I don't need Bart nor is it around here. All I have is this shitty ass "light rail" that goes no where.

No one is innocent as far as I'm concerned.

[freakyzeeky]

Noooo, now I'll have to DRIVE to get to Berkeley... I hate driving there. There's no free parking there >_<

[Chinese_cuisine]

i hope BART strike won't make me late for work next week. driving from San Leandro to Union City for work -.-;

[Bavgate]

No BART strike!

[freakyzeeky]

Glad that strike was averted! I was dreading the morning commute yesterday just thinking about it. :applause:

[fazfznz]

hey guys i'm from sf and i'm a hs teen looking for a job. I applied to five jobs during early summer but no word from the employers :( You guys have any ideas or suggestions for me? Anything would help. It would be awesome if i got employed by a CAG :D

[retroNutZ]

I side with management on this one over the unions... they just want a free ride. It's getting old because they always strike.

Luckily, I don't need Bart nor is it around here. All I have is this shitty ass "light rail" that goes no where.

Well I'm glad they avoided a strike and I couldn't disagree more with your statement. In no way does the union want a "free ride." They are being asked to take a 7% wage cut while the management has had a steady 5% increase in pay. It's misinformed (or just plain bias) news reports that has the public making ignorant comments on something that they no nothing about.

[Veronica Mars]

Hey,
Anyone seen a Rogue Bishoujo Statue (http://www.toychestnews.com/default.asp?t=1&m=1&c=4&s=638&ai=77647&ssd=) locally?
I spent the whole day calling, and no one I talked to had it.

[ASLplease]

Hey,
Anyone seen a Rogue Bishoujo Statue (http://www.toychestnews.com/default.asp?t=1&m=1&c=4&s=638&ai=77647&ssd=) locally?
I spent the whole day calling, and no one I talked to had it.

Nope, haven't seen one.

[ASLplease]

Anyone here live in Milpitas/East Side San Jose?

[koji126]

Anyone here live in Milpitas/East Side San Jose?

Are you looking for someone to hang out with? Haha.

[seen]

Can anyone in or near SF lend me a 360 transfer kit?

[Wario64]

Anyone here live in Milpitas/East Side San Jose?


South San Jose.

[koji126]

Has anyone ever spotted a white dualshock 3 at a Walmart in the area? Old news, but still curious.

[koji126]

Anyone know where I can get my controller "appraised" to prove that it's fake? Paypal wont refund me back my $40 without it:

To continue with the investigation of your complaint, we must request
documentation to support your claim that the item is not authentic. Please
obtain a document from an unbiased, third-party, such as a dealer,
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question (other than yourself), which clearly identifies the item as not
authentic. The document must specifically state how the item received
differs from an authentic item and must include a detailed explanation of
how the person evaluating the item determined that it is not authentic. If
possible, the document should include a serial number, and must be on
letterhead that includes the name, address, and phone number of the
business or organization so that PayPal may contact them if necessary.

The documents should be faxed to PayPal at (402) 537-5760 (please note this
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include a cover sheet with your fax that includes the email address
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so we may attach the documents to your claim as quickly
as possible.

We must receive your fax by September 26, 2009 in order to proceed with the
investigation of your claim. If we do not receive your fax by September 26,
2009, your claim will be canceled. We are unable to grant extensions to
this time period. Please note that PayPal is unable to reimburse you for
any costs or fees that may be incurred in obtaining the requested
documents. Any documents you provide may also be supplied to the seller in
your dispute if necessary.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience. We regret any inconvenience
this request may cause.

[62t]

What is the whole story? Is there any local store that might do that for you?

[koji126]

What is the whole story? Is there any local store that might do that for you?

I bought a white DS3 controller on eBay last month and after the 3.0 update it stopped working. After some investigating, it turns out that the controllers bought on eBay were fake. I called Paypal asking for a refund explaining the situation and they issued me one. I didn't have to return it to China because the cost to return it is the same as the controller. Also the seller would probably have repackaged it and sold it to another unsuspecting victim. Continuing the story, the buyer appealed and Paypal is asking me for some kind of documentation which seems pretty tough.

I'd be willing to drive to Foster City to Sony to have them look at it there if I actually knew someone over there that would.

I don't know any local stores that would, I'm on east side San Jose / Milpitas in case anyone knows any stores in this area that would. I don't think Gamestop would be so helpful.

[Mospeada_21]

I picked up extra transformer - decepticon 360 faceplates from the dollar tree deal. any local CAGs want one, shoot me a pm.

edit: they're interchangeable faceplates, comes with 12 inserts, the mystery ? one is classic Megatron. 8-)

[ASLplease]

Are you looking for someone to hang out with? Haha.

Na, just wondering if there are any CAGers near me.

[62t]

There is a Play and Trade in San Mateo but that might be far for you

[koji126]

Na, just wondering if there are any CAGers near me.

I was just kidding, but I am directly in that area.

[seen]

Damn, nobody has a migration kit?

[koji126]

What import shops are around here besides Play and Trade? I think there's a Play and Trade in Saratoga too. I was also told there's some import shop near Silver Creek, but I have no idea what the name of the store is.

[TheRock88]

Dont know of any import shop in Silver Creek but there is a Play and Trade there.

[subtek]

Heads up! The Target in Albany has 50 Cent Blood on the Sand for $12.48.

[Xevious]

Heads up! The Target in Albany has 50 Cent Blood on the Sand for $12.48. Thanks dude!

[Mospeada_21]

inspired by CAG creatureofwar, I've also decided to give away free stuff here on CAG. gotta pay it forward.

from the dollar tree deal on xbox360 faceplates - decepticon version, I'm giving away 4 faceplates.

2 to local CAGs in the Southbay, CA area. Meet up to avoid shipping costs. we're CAGs right?
2 to any CAGs whom sends me a self-addressed stamped envelope able to send this packaged faceplate back to you.

Shoot me PMs, I'll go by timestamps. don't worry if I don't rsvp right away, I'm doing chores and running errands today.

[Xevious]

Heads up! The Target in Albany has 50 Cent Blood on the Sand for $12.48.
I went there today and I didn't see the game. I guess its for the best- I didn't need to spend more money.

[subtek]

I went there today and I didn't see the game. I guess its for the best- I didn't need to spend more money.

Damn that went fast!

[imamanwithaplan]

I went there today and I didn't see the game. I guess its for the best- I didn't need to spend more money.

thats a shame! i was hoping to pick it up today as well :(

[asianxcore]

What import shops are around here besides Play and Trade? I think there's a Play and Trade in Saratoga too. I was also told there's some import shop near Silver Creek, but I have no idea what the name of the store is.

Two of the big Import shops in the Bay Area closed up shop in the last couple years.

Network Video in Burlingame, closed it's doors a couple years ago. When ownership changed the hours because erratic (sometimes employees not showing up until 2 hours after posted Opening signs) and they were rarely getting in any new items. There were rumors going on to why they were not getting new Import Games or why the shop was in trouble, but I won't share that here.

User's Side in San Jose off Saratoga was a lot smaller but they carried Import Games as well as Consoles. They closed their doors I believe earlier this Summer. They moved their entire operation online as well as keeping the general B&M focus at their B&M store in Akihabara.

[VipFREAK]

it reads 69 degrees but it feels like it's getting fucking hotter as the night goes along... Although it doesn't help having my fucking heater of an xbox on too...

[gantt]

^ I have a Falcon but I tend to keep my 360 off when it gets hot - no so much for my comfort as for its longevity. Tempt not the red ring...

[Veronica Mars]

^ I have a Falcon but I tend to keep my 360 off when it gets hot - no so much for my comfort as for its longevity. Tempt not the red ring...


I do the same, but also because my room is so humid :/ So when I turn the Xbox on, it gets even worse.

[VipFREAK]

Normally, I'd agree. Also not that it helps any. (still RROD once now)

http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/6416/p1010004ghni0.jpg

[gantt]

^ ha, too funny - or sad, or both. Still, not sure what's on the right side, but it looks like kind of a confined space above the 360. A short wire shelf to get it off the floor would be good, too. And I'd be concerned about that fan blowing dust inside, which would create additional thermal issues.

BTW I love the backdrop of the PS3 box, as if it's saying, "I *am* the solution to this problem."

[VipFREAK]

It's under a desk although, I don't have that setup anymore. Icksney on the xboxps3yay...

[uhoh_evo]

anyone going to the Embacadero showing of Uncharted 2 on the 5th?

[Zantra]

anyone going to the Embacadero showing of Uncharted 2 on the 5th?

I'm extremely tempted to go... But, i'm not sure if it's really going to be worth it. It sounds like we basically get to pay about $15 or so, to play the demo which is being released (if it hasn't already) on the PS3 (next week?).

And according to their website, it's on the 6th, not the 5th.

[gantt]

I'm extremely tempted to go... But, i'm not sure if it's really going to be worth it. It sounds like we basically get to pay about $15 or so, to play the demo which is being released (if it hasn't already) on the PS3 (next week?).

And according to their website, it's on the 6th, not the 5th.

I'm in the same boat. People have been asking Sony to confirm that the event on the 6th will have the same features as the "VIP" event on the 5th, but Sony is MIA:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2009/09/play-uncharted-2-among-thieves-on-the-big-screen/comment-page-3/

I'm definitely not paying $15 if Naughty Dog developers aren't going to be there, not to mention schwag, food and/or prizes.

These events have been extremely poorly managed, compared to the "old days" of PlayStation Store events at the Metreon. For example, at the Resistance 2 event, there were multiple people from Insomniac (including the CEO), signed posters, a discount on the LE - and NO admission fee.

[uhoh_evo]

I'm extremely tempted to go... But, i'm not sure if it's really going to be worth it. It sounds like we basically get to pay about $15 or so, to play the demo which is being released (if it hasn't already) on the PS3 (next week?).

And according to their website, it's on the 6th, not the 5th.

I'm in the same boat. People have been asking Sony to confirm that the event on the 6th will have the same features as the "VIP" event on the 5th, but Sony is MIA:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2009/09/play-uncharted-2-among-thieves-on-the-big-screen/comment-page-3/

I'm definitely not paying $15 if Naughty Dog developers aren't going to be there, not to mention schwag, food and/or prizes.

These events have been extremely poorly managed, compared to the "old days" of PlayStation Store events at the Metreon. For example, at the Resistance 2 event, there were multiple people from Insomniac (including the CEO), signed posters, a discount on the LE - and NO admission fee.

Try checking out the Playstation Lifestyle site. I believe it was there that they mentioned the 5th was sold out and started giving details about the 6th.

From what I remember:
Food
Raffle prizes (including the Hunter's Edition)
Multiplayer tournament with prizes (including Hunter's Edition)
Gift bags
And whatever they decide to show on the big screen

All free

Only difference I would think there'd be is the giftbags but I'm not sure. I didn't know that ppl going on the 6th would need to pay. I got my tickets for the 5th and wanted to possibly make some new CAG friends cuz my cousin wasn't gonna be able to make it and I didn't wanna show up by myself. If there's giftbags for the 6th i'd think it'd still be worth it along with the experience. But the $15 does make it less appealing...

[krazyazn01]

Hey guys...I just went over to the GameCrazy on Mckee Rd. in San Jose (Capital Square location). I talked to Steve, the store manager, and found out that only his location and Los Gatos will stay open. All other locations in the district/region/whatever will be closing. Specifically, Silver Creek, El Camino, Blossom Hill, Story Road and Capitola. Those were the only ones that he and I named out loud, so I'm not sure about anything further out.

I hope this helps.

[TheRock88]

Hey guys...I just went over to the GameCrazy on Mckee Rd. in San Jose (Capital Square location). I talked to Steve, the store manager, and found out that only his location and Los Gatos will stay open. All other locations in the district/region/whatever will be closing. Specifically, Silver Creek, El Camino, Blossom Hill, Story Road and Capitola. Those were the only ones that he and I named out loud, so I'm not sure about anything further out.

I hope this helps.

Thanks for the list. Sucks that the Silver Creek one is closing down cause that was the closest one one to me and the employees there were generally nice.

[krazyazn01]

Thanks for the list. Sucks that the Silver Creek one is closing down cause that was the closest one one to me and the employees there were generally nice.

I used to work at that location for awhile, so it sucks to see it closing.

[Zeeman]

Has anyone found a 7-11 in the East Bay or San Francisco that is currently doing the 50% off deal? I want to snag Batman for $30!

[judgedee]

anyone find any RE5 limited guide in the Southbay.. I must have hit all the Best Buy in the San Jose area and no luck.

[chankk]

Has anyone found a 7-11 in the East Bay or San Francisco that is currently doing the 50% off deal? I want to snag Batman for $30!

7-11 has a 50% thang going on?? explain!

[uhoh_evo]

If I wasn't on my phone i'd get the link for you but search under DEALS

[Xevious]

Did you see this on the news? A muni fight posted on youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHaj7kb93o0

[VipFREAK]

I got $20 on the bitch in blue. crouching tiger hidden dragon mother fucker. lol

[gantt]

As I watch this, part of my brain is horrified. The other part keeps commanding my fingers to press the X, O and triangle buttons to execute a jump attack with a roundhouse finish.

[chankk]

lol at the video.... seen that like 2 days ago. black lady gets her shit tossed!

[Veronica Mars]

I thought it was a new fight :/




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSX09VtQjJo


a little late, but it made me crack up

[clads01]

Anyone find any Best Buys in the SF Bay Area that will match this week's Toys R Us buy 2 get 1 free deal?

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=238421

[uhoh_evo]

i dk of any but best bet is to call all the ones you're willing to go to and ask to speak directly to the customer service manager. worked for me. managers are more willing to make sales than supervisors are.

[koji126]

I say you just do the buy 2 get 1 free deal on Amazon, if it's still running. No tax, free shipping.

[clads01]

I say you just do the buy 2 get 1 free deal on Amazon, if it's still running. No tax, free shipping.

I would, but amazon deal doesn't include Brutal Legend or Uncharted 2. And all TRU near me are OOS of them ...

[aleraiders]

anyone looking to trade for NHL 10 for NBA 2K10?????

i got NHL 10 (brand new...unopened) and another one these games i own...

games i own (that i want to give away)

endwar
rainbow six 1 and 2
bioshock
burnout paradise
msg 4
rockband 1 or 2
rockband track pack vol 2
Simpsons
motorstorm
lost
hawx

[aleraiders]

watch out for a common senseLESS supervisors and managers....(employees are cool)

TRU Pleasant Hill, CA

on friday i went to the pleasant hill, ca TRU because my local one (pittsburg) didnt have nba2k10....and tried exchanging NHL 10 for NBA 2k10...after an employee (cool)and after a supervisor (annoying, rude, bitchy, etc...) i spoke to a manager (kinda cool, but stuck to his toysrus bible)...and he told me that i couldnt exchange my free game (NHL 10) for NBA2k10...(i was told when i bought these games that it doesnt matter which game is free....as long as u have ur reciept)...anyways...the manager was tellin me they cant exchange a 0 value game for NBA 2k10....i told them that nhl 10 and nba 2k10...are both 59.99....so there like...we cant give u a 60 dollar game for free...(inside i exploded)...i said...."isnt that the sale ur having???"....basically the manager was fumbling around trying to just say i cant exchange the game....he was explaining me his video game policy....blah blah...dancing around...with both games at the counter and told me..."u cant get this game free (pointing at nba2k10)"....and i said...."well if i buy another 2 games...i can get that one free"....he didnt even know what to say....the employee was trying to figure something out...she said..."he can bring back all three games (uncharted 2 i opened) and exchange those 2 games and get the new one and keep the one u already opened"....im like..."hell yea"...anyways the manager wasnt even trying to figure something out for me....he was figuring whatever he can to get out this situation...

anyways i went back to my local TRU (pittsburg) and the manager was real cool....took my name and number down and will call when they get nba2k10....

[koji126]

Anyone have any luck with the buy 2 get 1 free glitch at their local Best Buy? I'm looking for Borderlands, Uncharted 2, Tekken 6, and Batman for PS3.

[VipFREAK]

Glitch?

[koji126]

Looking to trade Tekken 6 for Borderlands on the PS3.

[aleraiders]

glitch works i heard in pittsburg and santa rosa BB's

i heard in pittsburg

and i heard it worked in santa rosa

[koji126]

Worked in Santana Row and McCarthy yesterday.

[Veronica Mars]

What's the Glitch? To put the most expensive game in the middle so it rings up free?

[gantt]

(Listens to crickets after VipFREAK's post)

Lol. It appears Glitch Club has rules, and the first rule is

[VipFREAK]

http://www.chessandpoker.com/forums/images/smilies/tumbleweed.gif

[imascrub]

well just tried at mccarthy and the first game rang up free
They didn't have any Rock Revo or any other game I felt was worth the trip anyway so I just got 3x Demon's Souls so maybe that was the problem...*shrug*

Oh well I was bummed TRU didn't have DS during their B2G1 anyway so it all worked out fine in the end.

[andrewl923]

I'm from San Francisco, went to GWHS. Currently live in SJSU, in Joe West Hall.

[TheRock88]

I'm going to SJSU currently too. Crazy fires over there at Joe West.