Washington D.C. Metro area.

[enemyofusall]

Communications with a concentration in advertising. And yeah it is nice but sooooo damn busy all the time

[The Great BM]

I used to work in one of the building across the street from the mall, and it does get ridiculously busy, especially during the spring when all the schools decide to take their class trips to DC. I do like that it has the only Gamestop I've been to that annually gives away their leftover pre-order bonuses.

[mm2barry]

any of you play WoW? i just started on bloodhoof. let me know if you wanna friend me on there

[enemyofusall]

I used to work in one of the building across the street from the mall, and it does get ridiculously busy, especially during the spring when all the schools decide to take their class trips to DC. I do like that it has the only Gamestop I've been to that annually gives away their leftover pre-order bonuses.


Yeah it's insane! Saw the panama soccer team there 2 weeks ago, was pretty cool haha. Haven't really frequented the gamestop much but may have to check it out.

@ mm2barry
No WoW but I am going to get into Starcraft 2 one of these days, not sure if you play though.

[mm2barry]

Yeah it's insane! Saw the panama soccer team there 2 weeks ago, was pretty cool haha. Haven't really frequented the gamestop much but may have to check it out.

@ mm2barry
No WoW but I am going to get into Starcraft 2 one of these days, not sure if you play though.

i have been done with RTS games since Age of Empires 1 and Warcraft 2. I just don't like the genre. if there's something original out there, I might be interested, but the repetitive gather resources-build stuff-attack enemy is just too old of a mechanic for me.
i heard good things about Warhammer: Dawn of War, but i have a mac and don't really game on it at all (outside of Diablo 2 and WoW).

[enemyofusall]

yeah I hear ya, always wanted to try an mmo but eh, everyone I have talked to said they completely consume your life haha so I pass, and the $ factor obviously.

[mm2barry]

all right DC are CAGers, now is the time to give to a good cause. click on the link and donate NOW!

http://www.mariomarathon.com/

post if you made a donation. I gave $10. every little bit helps.

[enemyofusall]

Anyone want to buy the Mortal Kombat Tournament edition fight stick? Would love to deal it locally :)

[mm2barry]

Anyone want to buy the Mortal Kombat Tournament edition fight stick? Would love to deal it locally :)

depends what you want for it. Trade or buy?

[enemyofusall]

mainly buy haha could maybe do a trade/buy I wanted it sooo damn bad but don't use it enough, so it is kinda just chillin there haha

[The Mana Knight]

I work at the fashion centre the one in pentagon city (shoot me) graduated college last year and i work for min. wage, this job market blows!Hey, don't think I meant you before in the thread. Eh, I've been out of college for three years (Electrical Engineering type degree) and my job doesn't even fully utilize my degree. I've been trying to find a new job all year but continue to get shot down (at least I get the interviews).


I tend to frequent the Montgomery County malls more, though I agree that Pentagon City is a very nice mall.I really need to visit Pentagon City Mall. I went there on my DC trip in middle school back in 1997. Had some funny/memorable moments there, so I've been wanting to return. But since I stick to the Capital Beltway area or Maryland, I never went there. Might just bite the bullet and go tomorrow.

I go to malls all over MD. I mostly stick to Arundel Mills/Columbia Mall, but I've been to (first 9 I went to 5+ times):
-Arundel Mills Mall
-Columbia Mall
-Marley Station Mall
-Westfield Annapolis
-White Marsh Mall
-Towson Town Center
-Lakeforest Mall
-Westfield Montgomery
-Tysons Corner
-Westfield Wheaton
-Tysons Galleria
-Gallery at Harbor Place
-Queenstown Premium Outlets
-Potomac Mills Mall
-Harford Mall
-Town Center at Westminister
-Bowie Towne Center
-Beltway Plaza (so shady)
-PG County Mall
-Owings Malls Mall (lol)
-Laurel Mall (big lol)

and other tiny little malls.

Anyone want to buy the Mortal Kombat Tournament edition fight stick? Would love to deal it locally :)I need a fight stick for my PS3. I haven't thought about the MK one, but was looking for a BlazBlue one (which you can't find).

After looking at your tradelist, I should have left AC Brotherhood for you (I just recently traded it to Amazon).

[enemyofusall]

@ The Mana Knight

Yeah I am newish to this thread haha I used to be in the Pennsylvania thread until I moved haha. Now I sorta frequent both since I have been coming home quite often to get stuff sorted out for my wedding :) Yeah getting a job is rough, I always get the "well you need experience blah blah blah". Like how does one get experience if no one hires those with very little exp? Yeah it's a decent mall but since I work in one of the Dept. stores I avoid it at all costs on my days off haha.

[The Mana Knight]

@ The Mana Knight

Yeah I am newish to this thread haha I used to be in the Pennsylvania thread until I moved haha. Now I sorta frequent both since I have been coming home quite often to get stuff sorted out for my wedding :) Yeah getting a job is rough, I always get the "well you need experience blah blah blah". Like how does one get experience if no one hires those with very little exp? Yeah it's a decent mall but since I work in one of the Dept. stores I avoid it at all costs on my days off haha.
I have relatives from PA (NW and Pittsburgh, area), along with me traveling to Hershey Park and snowboarding in the state.

I use to go back and forth getting my stuff while in college, but now its hard living 10 hours away.

I will get to the mall one weekend, just need to revisit some other malls first. Did you ever go to Tysons Corner though? That mall is the biggest in the area.

[enemyofusall]

Nope never have been to Tysons I dont think. Which one is in Woodbridge? I know there is a HUGE one there by the Ikea

[The Mana Knight]

Nope never have been to Tysons I dont think. Which one is in Woodbridge? I know there is a HUGE one there by the IkeaPotomac Mills. It's a very large outlet mall. It has the exact same layout as Gurnee Mills in Illinois if I remember correctly (been to both). It has great clothing stores, but I prefer Arundel Mills for some more unique stuff (like Medievil Times, Dave & Busters, etc.). I've been to that IKEA before. Woodbridge is just over a 1 hour drive for me, so I rarely go there. Drove passed there many times on my way to King's Dominion/Busch Gardens. I need to go back there to check out Painted Visions (mostly a comic book store, but I'm more interested in the figures and manga).

Tysons Corner is more like Pentagon City Fashion Mall (with the traditional mall stores), but MUCH larger.

[Big Matty Kane]

Just moved up to the area and my NHL 11 got a perfect ring scratch on it. :-(. Anyone know any good places that fix scratched discs?

Edit: I live in Arlington in the Balston area. FYI.

[The Mana Knight]

Welcome to the area. :D I know what you mean on stuff getting damaged on moving, because I broke my PS3 USB headset when moving out here. :-(

I dunno much about the Arlington area for the stuff (was there yesterday for the first time since my DC trip years ago), but know of places around my area that could do it (which is 1 hour away though).

[enemyofusall]

Welcome Big Matty
Shame what happened to such a great game haha. I didnt break anything moving down here but did lose things and am still randomly finding them haha. What system do you play nhl11 on>

[G-Nitro]

because I broke my PS3 USB headset when moving out here. :-(

Not like anyone talks on PSN anyway, so it probably didn't make much difference. :twisted:

[Atherius]

Just moved up to the area and my NHL 11 got a perfect ring scratch on it. :-(. Anyone know any good places that fix scratched discs?

Edit: I live in Arlington in the Balston area. FYI.

Welcome - sucks about the game. Where did you move from?

[The Mana Knight]

Not like anyone talks on PSN anyway, so it probably didn't make much difference. :twisted:I was the head of PSN game nights. We use to talk ALL the time during our game nights. The headset was a very big deal because the voice quality through it was ultra clear. Oh well, I just bought the official headset after that on Target Endwar clearance.

[coolsteel]

Cut off for the 38 dollar prereg for Anime USA is today for those that feel like paying early

[enemyofusall]

Shame I am not much of an anime fan, the place is like right next door to me haha

Edit: Anyone play BFBC2 on ps3? If so, I will be on tomorrow so we can play :) My psn is: WithMyLastBreath

[goober3]

Hi all. Just started posting after over a year of lurking lol. Any CAGs go to College Park?

[enemyofusall]

Hey where are you guys checking out the fireworks this year? Don't really feel like going into DC, is there a place to see them from Arlington? I could probs see them from my balcony but a few buildings are in the way, haha.

[mm2barry]

Hey guys,
I'm looking to sell my Rockband/Guitar Hero collection. It comes with RB 1/2/ACDC, GH 3/World Tour/Metallica/Beatles/Van Halen/Aerosmith. 2 guitars, drums, microphone.
I'm looking to get $200 or best offer. Let me know if anyone's interested before I put it on Craigslist. I live in Annapolis, so I'll have to meet you guys halfway.
If you're interested in a trade, let me know what you're willing to give up.

[The Great BM]

For anyone going to Wolf Trap via metro on Friday for Play, how about we meet at West Falls Church at 6:30pm?

[Indifference]

I didn't realize that WT was metro accessible. That sounds like a good idea. What do you think @atherius?

[Atherius]

Falls Church @ 6:30 works for me.

[The Mana Knight]

I'm not going to use the Metro, I'll drive there. I'm not so happy with what happened the last time I parked in the Metro parking lot in Greenbelt, MD.

Cut off for the 38 dollar prereg for Anime USA is today for those that feel like paying earlyCrap, I didn't know about that day. Oh well, I probably won't register until September.

Hi all. Just started posting after over a year of lurking lol. Any CAGs go to College Park?I already graduated from college (Purdue University) a few years ago, but I am around the College Park area every once in a while.

Shame I am not much of an anime fan, the place is like right next door to me haha

Edit: Anyone play BFBC2 on ps3? If so, I will be on tomorrow so we can play :) My psn is: WithMyLastBreathI use to have it on PS3. My co-worker really loves it, but I was just terrible at it and didn't get into it (I'm not a big FPS fan though).

[nixmahn]

I used to work in one of the building across the street from the mall, and it does get ridiculously busy, especially during the spring when all the schools decide to take their class trips to DC. I do like that it has the only Gamestop I've been to that annually gives away their leftover pre-order bonuses.

More info on this please?

[coolsteel]

Crap, I didn't know about that day. Oh well, I probably won't register until September.



That reminds me Katsucon's 40 dollar rate ends on the 15th

[Indifference]

I will not be taking the metro either. The shuttle is $5 each way.

[Indifference]

Hey guys,
I'm looking to sell my Rockband/Guitar Hero collection. It comes with RB 1/2/ACDC, GH 3/World Tour/Metallica/Beatles/Van Halen/Aerosmith. 2 guitars, drums, microphone.
I'm looking to get $200 or best offer. Let me know if anyone's interested before I put it on Craigslist. I live in Annapolis, so I'll have to meet you guys halfway.
If you're interested in a trade, let me know what you're willing to give up.

I could use some RB2 or GH guitars.

[The Mana Knight]

I don't really want my RB stuff anymore, but it's all on PS3 though.

[Atherius]

Hey guys, just wanted to let anyone meeting at the metro know, I won't be taking the shuttle. I'll be riding over - meet everyone on the lawn - 7ish?

[The Mana Knight]

I probably won't leave until 6pm. I'll probably get there around 7:30pm since I don't know my way around, lol.

[The Great BM]

I still might be taking the Metro shuttle, depending on traffic (I-66 is hell on earth). Either way, 7pm is fine. I might try to get there earlier, as I get paranoid about securing a good spot on the lawn.

[MCalvert1]

70% chance of thunderstorms tonight. I hope they blow through earlier...

MjC

[Atherius]

I still might be taking the Metro shuttle, depending on traffic (I-66 is hell on earth). Either way, 7pm is fine. I might try to get there earlier, as I get paranoid about securing a good spot on the lawn.

I think chair peeps need to sit int the back.

As far as beverages go - I actually have a few bottles of hard cider (alcohol) if anyone is interested in me bringing them. Bought them for party on the 4th, but never drank them, and I doubt I will ever drink them. Only downside - I don't have a cooler.

[MCalvert1]

I think chair peeps need to sit int the back.

As far as beverages go - I actually have a few bottles of hard cider (alcohol) if anyone is interested in me bringing them. Bought them for party on the 4th, but never drank them, and I doubt I will ever drink them. Only downside - I don't have a cooler.

I have a medium sized cooler filled with ice that I'm bringing. There will be room for more stuff.

Also, I just called and was told that canopy type things are not permitted. Only handheld umbrellas and they ask that they be held as low as possible. Also, it was recommended to me to bring a tarp for under the blanket.

MjC

[nightmare452]

Can we bring chairs to the PLAY concert?

I have no tarp, hopefully rain is a minimum. Otherwise, see ya guys at the lawn. I'm bringing my fiance, she doesn't even watch tv, all she knows is Mario Bros, Bejeweled and the PS1 game Crash Team Racing for some odd reason, she is gonna be lost.

[The Great BM]

Chairs are allowed, but they have to sit in the back 1/3rd of the lawn section. I guess if some of us are bringing chairs, that'll be easy to determine where we sit. Also, for those of you worried about the wet ground, they have these reclining ground cushions you can rent from Wolf Trap, which is what I plan on doing.

For anyone looking out for me through the sea of potential umbrellas, I'll be wearing my black guy-falling-through-space (http://media.threadless.com//imgs/products/1231/636x460design_01.jpg) shirt.

[The Mana Knight]

I'm getting ready. Doubt I'll bring anything to drink. Plan to eat some KFC before hand. I don't plan to stay passed 11:30pm since I plan to work tomorrow morning.

To contact me, either send me a text message or direct message via Twitter (or if you know one of my gmails, email that). Any of those will alert my cell phone.

[GenDV138]

For anyone looking, The Great BM and I are in the center lawn section, mid right.

[The Mana Knight]

In case people did not see, I made a blog about it:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/blog.php?b=21972

[mm2barry]

anyone making plans for a summer CAG meet-up? i remember some theme park talk a while back

[The Mana Knight]

anyone making plans for a summer CAG meet-up? i remember some theme park talk a while back
I'm thinking of handling Crab Town in Glen Burnie, MD, but I need to re-assure certain arcade games are back up and running beforehand.

[Atherius]

Next two weekends are shot for me but I'd be up for something in August. I've been missing a group to cookout with since I got to DC.

[The Mana Knight]

Next two weekends are shot for me but I'd be up for something in August. I've been missing a group to cookout with since I got to DC.I don't have a grill so I can't cookout, lol.

[mm2barry]

I picked up a PS Move (2 controllers), the camera, High Velocity Bowling, and Sports Champions off of Craigslist for $80. I planned on never buying this, but that's a great CAG deal.

[enemyofusall]

mm2barry
That is a pretty good deal for sure! Now if Sorcery EVER comes out, i'll be happy :)

[The Mana Knight]

Anyone going to Distant Worlds next Saturday in Baltimore? I'm going to try to go on top of Otakon. I LOVE Final Fantasy music TOO much.

[nightmare452]

Made a schedule for Otakon. Not much in all honesty that I HAVE to go, most things are flexible with what others want to see.

But here are my must see panels. (I have other panels of interest, but no big deal across the board)

Friday:
1:00PM Otaku and the Grim Reaper
6:30PM Mega Man: Made in Japan
9:30PM Fukushima Dai-ichi (no way I am missing this!)

Saturday:
2:00PM Let's Make Videogame Music
11:00PM Capcom Fanpanel

Sunday:
10:30PM FUNimation Sneal Peek
12:30PM Japan's IP Problem
1:00PM Case Closed: Captured in Her Eyes


PS: not going to Distant Worlds, no interest in spending more than what must be spent, including the hotel with Mike and food and such.

[G-Nitro]

Erick, you have like no industry panels? :P Here is my schedule of things I will not miss. There are others I am interested, but we'll see.

Friday:
3:00 - 4:30PM - Aniplex
6:00 - 7:30PM - Funimation
12:30 - 1:30AM - Let's Play Ero-ge!

Saturday:
4:30 - 5:30PM - CrunchyRoll
9:00 - 10:30PM - Bandai After Dark
12:30 - 1:30AM - MangaGamer

Sunday:
12:00 - 1:30PM - VIZ Media

[Sinfulfate]

Anyone going to Distant Worlds next Saturday in Baltimore? I'm going to try to go on top of Otakon. I LOVE Final Fantasy music TOO much.
I might be going but haven't decided yet.

[The Mana Knight]

I might be going but haven't decided yet.I got my ticket.

My Otakon stuff:

Friday
11:30am - Johnny Yong Bosh (might visit since I'm dressed as Renton)
2pm - Nobuo Uematsu Q&A
3:30pm - Nobuo Uematsu Autograph (SO BADLY wish I could be at the Aniplex Panel, at 3pm, but things could change)
6pm - FUNimation Industry Panel
8pm - How to make a fight stick (maybe)
9:30pm - Tales of Otakonia

Saturday
9am - DURARARA!! Panel (maybe)
3pm - Makoto Shinkai Q&A (might catch a little with a co-worker)
4:30pm - Crunchyroll
7:30pm - Distant Worlds Concert (leaving Otakon at 6pm most likely and maybe catch the Light Rail there)
9pm - Bandai After Dark (I wish....maybe I'll catch part of it, but unlikely)
11pm - Capcom Fan Panel (if I return back to Otakon in time)

Sunday
12pm - VIZ Media Panel

The Mega Man Panel was awesome last year, but not skipping FUNimation for it. I BADLY want to see Aniplex, but Nobuo is my favorite. Sunrise and Bandai are also import, but FF Distant Worlds concert is bigger to me. Bold means its 100% guaranteed that is where I'll be at those times.

I paid $61 for my Distant Worlds ticket since there's no way I can miss. Final Fantasy is my favorite series and Nobuo is my favorite composer EVER. Almost all my ringtons are his music, haha.

[coolsteel]

Not sure what i'm doing at Otakon, used to rush to those Industry panels but now I could just as easily look up what was said on my phone a few hours later. Might try to make Bandai's just to ask what happened to the 0079 subtitle release they announced LAST Otakon .


Edit: Stan Lee coming to Baltimore comic con?! Damn i want his autograph before he kicks the bucket I gotta go now

[Sinfulfate]

I paid $61 for my Distant Worlds ticket since there's no way I can miss. Final Fantasy is my favorite series and Nobuo is my favorite composer EVER. Almost all my ringtons are his music, haha.Ya me too, just slightly above Yoko Shimomura.

[The Mana Knight]

Not sure what i'm doing at Otakon, used to rush to those Industry panels but now I could just as easily look up what was said on my phone a few hours later. Might try to make Bandai's just to ask what happened to the 0079 subtitle release they announced LAST Otakon .


Edit: Stan Lee coming to Baltimore comic con?! Damn i want his autograph before he kicks the bucket I gotta go nowIt's just fun to be at the industry panels IMO.

I got my Otakon badge today. Already ran into 4 CAGs.

I'm dressing up as Renton Thurston tomorrow as a reminder.

[coolsteel]

Yeah I picked up my badge too , was only in line 15 minutes but traffic on 295 was backed up so I hung around a few hours until I got tired of wiping the sweat off my face

[The Mana Knight]

If anyone has seen the Ice Cold Water dude in downtown Baltimore, I wrote a blog on him:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/blog.php?b=22148

Otakon was fun, although crazy busy.

[coolsteel]

Think I bought about 5 bottles from him and talked to his wife for a bit, he must have sold out though because I didn't see him on Saturday

[The Mana Knight]

Think I bought about 5 bottles from him and talked to his wife for a bit, he must have sold out though because I didn't see him on SaturdayI saw him on Saturday and Sunday, but he left early. Either because he sold out or went to a different portion of Baltimore. I expect him to have lots of water next year.

[coolsteel]

He probably just got worn out, it was hot and he was just repeating the same line over and over

[bvharris]

Not sure if this was mentioned back in May, but I just found out they're opening a Gamestop in Adams Morgan. It will nice to finally have a GS in upper Northwest for those of us who can't be bothered to leave our ivory towers. :D

http://www.princeofpetworth.com/2011/08/judging-buildings-game-stop-in-adams-morgan/

[The Mana Knight]

All right, I'm going to try to be on PlayStation Network's "The Tester" season 3. Hoping I represent our area:
https://casting.thetester.com/ManaKnight

[enemyofusall]

@ Mana that would be awesome!

[decon]

Go ManaKnight and represent! Too bad we can't vote for you and get all of CAG behind you.

[mm2barry]

Sorry to be a pimp on here, but I want all the DC CAGers to get a shot at this if they want:
http://annapolis.craigslist.org/vgm/2546956837.html
you guys have first crack at this! I will look to discount it some and maybe accept some trades to lower the price. I want to sell the lot to pick up the PSVita when it comes out

[The Mana Knight]

I pretty much own all that you listed. :p I need a 4th PSP, but I'm going to buy new.

[horns456]

Good luck with the Craigslist sale.

I've give up on Craigslist after 7+ years of selling items in the DC area. When you list a bunch of items and attempt to bundle them together you're bothered by replies like I'll take your 1 item for half of what your asking for and come meet me 45 minutes away. F that. CL is now used by very cheap people....even by CAG standards. Plus, the DC area isn't that far apart, but traffic makes traveling twice as difficult. Sorry, just my rant on CL.

[Indifference]

Good luck with the Craigslist sale.

I've give up on Craigslist after 7+ years of selling items in the DC area. When you list a bunch of items and attempt to bundle them together you're bothered by replies like I'll take your 1 item for half of what your asking for and come meet me 45 minutes away. F that. CL is now used by very cheap people....even by CAG standards. Plus, the DC area isn't that far apart, but traffic makes traveling twice as difficult. Sorry, just my rant on CL.


http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcR-Cb8Kwxay3jWtMM2wgBbdGMrmu8ntYpLInGtPH-K2pLJuuHpxYA
So what are you selling?

[horns456]

CML. I'm pretty much CAG only selling or trading now. ;)

[coolsteel]

I've gone to Baltimore Comic-Con twice now without buying one comic. I think tomorrow i'm just going to hit the 50 cent bins and go crazy.

[thisboywillbreak]

I'm not sure if this is the right place to put this, but I just got it in my email. This Saturday there is a huge event for "Double Victory" and they are also showing a sneak peek look at "Red Tails" (executive producer is George Lucas). Cuba Gooding Jr., Terrence Howard, Nate Parker, and David Oyelowo will be in attendance for a Q&A. Best of all, it is free! Hoping at least one CAG in the area is willing to go and take pictures. It seems really neat!

All the details can be found here: http://redtailsdc.eventbrite.com/

[nightmare452]

Anyone else going to PAX Prime?

I am leaving today to Seattle and was wondering if other are going too.

[The Mana Knight]

All right, I'm going to try to be on PlayStation Network's "The Tester" season 3. Hoping I represent our area:
https://casting.thetester.com/ManaKnightJust to let people know, voting has started. You can vote once a day if you want.

[decon]

Just voted for you ManaKnight.

Is there a Moderator that can put the entire CAG community behind you and maybe front page this?

[enemyofusall]

Just to let you guys know, the Borders in pentagon city is having a 50-70% going out of business sale. Kinda picked over but there is a TON of manga, a couple game guides and such. So if you are near check it out. If not, you can give me an author or whatever and I can take a peak for ya.

[The Mana Knight]

Just to let you guys know, the Borders in pentagon city is having a 50-70% going out of business sale. Kinda picked over but there is a TON of manga, a couple game guides and such. So if you are near check it out. If not, you can give me an author or whatever and I can take a peak for ya.Uh oh, looks like I might drive there sometime this week. I wanted to make sure, it isn't the one in Springfield, VA? That one didn't have much when I was there.

[enemyofusall]

nope, directly across from the pentagon fashion centre. The more popular authors were majorly picked over but when I was there, the manga section looked untouched. Looking for something in particular?

[The Mana Knight]

I was going to drive to Germantown, MD again for manga once since they had good stuff, but didn't last weekend due to the storm. I picked up good stuff in Timonium, ND. Regardless, it's more like I gotta look at the manga to make up my mind to see what I need. For sure I'm looking for Blue Exorcist which isn't Vol. 3 and Future Diary greater than vol. 8. But at the same time, I NEED to stop spending money (after buying tons of anime and preordering pricey video games like the $120 bundle for Disagaea 4).

[ssjmichael]

Just to let you guys know, the Borders in pentagon city is having a 50-70% going out of business sale. Kinda picked over but there is a TON of manga, a couple game guides and such. So if you are near check it out. If not, you can give me an author or whatever and I can take a peak for ya.

Aw man, was there last weekend (on vacation from nyc) when it was just 40%. Would LOVE to go back now. I picked up a batman graphic novel for cheap when I was there but you're right they had a ton of manga. I'm going to miss that Borders too I always went there while on vacation.

[The Mana Knight]

Aw man, was there last weekend (on vacation from nyc) when it was just 40%. Would LOVE to go back now. I picked up a batman graphic novel for cheap when I was there but you're right they had a ton of manga. I'm going to miss that Borders too I always went there while on vacation.

I'm going to miss Borders too. Many memories from the store from buying manga there, textbooks for college at my college location, buying OPM there for a demo disc, etc.

I pretty much cleared Columbia, MD location of everything I want. Annapolis, MD didn't have much special. Columbia Mall location has next to nothing left. Silver Spring, MD was a mess. Springfield, VA had very little even at 20% off. Germantown, MD and Timonium, MD were the two best I went to the last time I was at both.

[nightmare452]

I'm going to miss Borders too. Many memories from the store from buying manga there, textbooks for college at my college location, buying OPM there for a demo disc, etc.

I pretty much cleared Columbia, MD location of everything I want. Annapolis, MD didn't have much special. Columbia Mall location has next to nothing left. Silver Spring, MD was a mess. Springfield, VA had very little even at 20% off. Germantown, MD and Timonium, MD were the two best I went to the last time I was at both.

You are prohibited from visiting the Germantown one!! That one is mine, and I am waiting for 80% off to arrive.

On other news, went to PAX Prime and will be making a blog here (on CAG, not on this thread) to give an idea and preview of some games (plus pictures overload). Definitely not missing any more PAX conventions.

[The Punisher]

You are prohibited from visiting the Germantown one!! That one is mine, and I am waiting for 80% off to arrive.

On other news, went to PAX Prime and will be making a blog here (on CAG, not on this thread) to give an idea and preview of some games (plus pictures overload). Definitely not missing any more PAX conventions.


That is my store. :)

[The Mana Knight]

You are prohibited from visiting the Germantown one!! That one is mine, and I am waiting for 80% off to arrive.

On other news, went to PAX Prime and will be making a blog here (on CAG, not on this thread) to give an idea and preview of some games (plus pictures overload). Definitely not missing any more PAX conventions.
I will go back there whether you like it or not. ;) I might even go there on my birthday. We can celebrate it if you want. :-P

[jmiller80]

Good seeing you at PAX, nightmare.

Saw and played a lot of good indie / XBLA / Steam prospects. Mass Effect 3 was looking good, too.

[nightmare452]

Good seeing you at PAX, nightmare.

Saw and played a lot of good indie / XBLA / Steam prospects. Mass Effect 3 was looking good, too.

Same. Was fun, I got to go again. Definitely already planning PAX East.

[Indigo_Streetlight]

The sad thing about manga discounts is that even at 70% off, it still doesn't get down to what I see at yardsales and flea markets ($1 apiece). I dunno though, it might still be worth checking out for some Berserk manga in Timonium.

[jmiller80]

Just registered for Magfest after hearing many good things about it from the GameEnthus crew.

[The Mana Knight]

The sad thing about manga discounts is that even at 70% off, it still doesn't get down to what I see at yardsales and flea markets ($1 apiece). I dunno though, it might still be worth checking out for some Berserk manga in Timonium.I buy manga from rightstuf and Amazon typically. At that deal, they are usually cheaper.

[Indigo_Streetlight]

I buy manga from rightstuf and Amazon typically. At that deal, they are usually cheaper.

Indeed, online is usually better than retail. Locally there's a comic shop not far from me that charges $15 a pop :drool: and it's like yeah right, used bookstores charge $3-5 for the same manga.

[The Great BM]

Just to let people know, voting has started. You can vote once a day if you want.




You know, I probably wasn't going to vote, but now that you have the CheapyD seal of approval, I will reconsider. :)

[Indigo_Streetlight]

On the Borders sale, I had forgotten that there was a store at White Marsh Mall; but due to random chance I checked it out. They still had a small selection of graphic novels and manga at 60% off, but it was mostly crap like Claymore and Tsubasa which I'm not terribly familiar with.

What really surprised me was that their poetry section was non-existent; this isn't exactly something you would expect to be a fast seller.

[The Mana Knight]

You know, I probably wasn't going to vote, but now that you have the CheapyD seal of approval, I will reconsider. :)You should be supporting me anyway because you actually KNOW me in person. :-P

Anyway, I went to the following Borders in our area during the 60% off sale on manga:
-Columbia, MD (decent amount left, most organized.....mostly later volumes of stuff left)
-Germantown, MD (Great selection, organization was so-so. Good amount left, but you gotta look hard)
-Silver Spring, MD (their selection wasn't terribly bad, just that NOTHING is organized and you can't find anything)

-Pentagon City, VA (lots of manga left, not organized all that well (better than Silver Spring at least). Could not find much of what I wanted though. Some volume 1 left of anime you don't typically see).
-Springfield, VA (Organized good, but extremely picked over with very little left. Don't bother going there IMO)

Still have up two left to go. I wasted my entire gas tank checking all these stores.:lol:

[The Mana Knight]

I've probably been to more Target stores than anyone here, going to Ellicott City, Columbia, Glen Burnie South and North, Annapolis, Laurel, Hyattsville, Bowie, Greenbelt, Wheaton, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Baltimore (near Modawain Mall), Towson, Cockeysville, White Marsh, Middle River, Westminister, Bel Air, Pikesville, and Abingdon.Now add Target in Frederick, MD and Hagerstown, MD to my list. I checked them while out today.

If I remember correctly, the Target in Hagerstown had Tatsunoko vs. Capcom (one copy left) for $7.48. I already have the game though.

[enemyofusall]

Hey Uncharted fans! what's up? I just heard about this (http://www.amctheatres.com/uncharted3/) and was wondering if any cags were interested in going? I am not 100% sure I will be but it sounds like fun!
(http://www.amctheatres.com/uncharted3/)

[The Mana Knight]

I haven't posted in this thread for a while, so I'll make a post.

If people hear about our local Six Flags getting a new roller coaster named "Apocalypse" next year, it's just Iron Wolf from Six Flags Great America (in Gurnee, IL) moving there.

[The Mana Knight]

Hey Uncharted fans! what's up? I just heard about this (http://www.amctheatres.com/uncharted3/) and was wondering if any cags were interested in going? I am not 100% sure I will be but it sounds like fun!
(http://www.amctheatres.com/uncharted3/)I'm going to try to be there.

[enemyofusall]

Nice I want to be as well! Keep me posted if you are going Mana!

[The Punisher]

Now add Target in Frederick, MD and Hagerstown, MD to my list. I checked them while out today.

If I remember correctly, the Target in Hagerstown had Tatsunoko vs. Capcom (one copy left) for $7.48. I already have the game though.

wow. thats alot of gas going to so many targets

[The Mana Knight]

Nice I want to be as well! Keep me posted if you are going Mana!We are going the 18th, since that's when GenDV138 is going. I'd go the same day for sure. Only thing holding me back now is parents coming to visit me, or job interview/having to move down to VA beach area (IF it all happens).

wow. thats alot of gas going to so many targetsI was coming back from PA

[GenDV138]

We are going the 18th, since that's when GenDV138 is going. I'd go the same day for sure. Only thing holding me back now is parents coming to visit me, or job interview/having to move down to VA beach area (IF it all happens).

yeah, got my premium pass for the 18th, $60 which includes a copy of the game was a no brainer for me. We'll have to try to all meet up whoever is going.

[enemyofusall]

I also got my premium pass but it's for the 19th. So if anyone is going then, let me know.

[MCalvert1]

The Uncharted thing sounds cool, but Tyson's Corner in the middle of the week is impossible.

I remember that Sony did a very similar thing for Uncharted 2, but this time it looks to be more organized.

MjC

[Indifference]

So no one is going on the 20th? I am so cold and so alone. :(

[The Mana Knight]

The Uncharted thing sounds cool, but Tyson's Corner in the middle of the week is impossible.

I remember that Sony did a very similar thing for Uncharted 2, but this time it looks to be more organized.

MjCAnytime there's a PlayStation related event, I'm willing to take off work for it. This is coming from someone who rarely wants to take even although I have the vacation time.

[The Mana Knight]

All right, I might have to take charge in organizing this. What weekend in October will people be available for a Dave & Buster's meetup at Arundel Mills?

[GenDV138]

All right, I might have to take charge in organizing this. What weekend in October will people be available for a Dave & Buster's meetup at Arundel Mills?

I should be free any weekend in October, last weekend might be up in the air for me but doable

[MCalvert1]

All right, I might have to take charge in organizing this. What weekend in October will people be available for a Dave & Buster's meetup at Arundel Mills?

I'm probably good the 3rd weekend in October, which would be the 22nd. Weekend before is the Extra Life Gaming Marathon and the weekend after is Halloween.

MjC

[The Mana Knight]

I'm probably good the 3rd weekend in October, which would be the 22nd. Weekend before is the Extra Life Gaming Marathon and the weekend after is Halloween.

MjCI'd lean towards the 22nd also because that's when GNitro is off. It may be a few days after the Uncharted 3 event, but that's all right. Only issue I'd have is if parents come to visit me, but since they haven't told me a thing yet, I doubt it's happening.

I want to see when everyone else can make it.

[mm2barry]

I'm available every weekend except this coming one (8-9Oct). I really want to make it out to a meet-up, and Arundel Mills works so much better then previous locations.
Let me know

[The Mana Knight]

I'm available every weekend except this coming one (8-9Oct). I really want to make it out to a meet-up, and Arundel Mills works so much better then previous locations.
Let me knowI was about to tell you about this on Twitter since it takes 20-30 minutes to get to Arundel Mills from Annapolis. Figured it would be easier on you. Easier on me too since I live closer there than to White Flint Mall.

[nightmare452]

I'm probably good the 3rd weekend in October, which would be the 22nd. Weekend before is the Extra Life Gaming Marathon and the weekend after is Halloween.

MjC

^ I would say the same here. Any date you guys pick, I will try and make it.

[The Great BM]

15th or 22nd are best for me.

[G-Nitro]

15th or 22nd is best for me. :)

[jmiller80]

Can't make either date. I'll have to catch everyone next time.

[The Mana Knight]

I'm thinking 22nd will be it. Just hoping I can get a few more to OK it before I make it final.

[enemyofusall]

Can't make either date. I'll have to catch everyone next time.

likewise! :(

[Indifference]

I can't make either date. :(

[The Mana Knight]

Last year we had to wait until November to get a meetup together (I think it was the 6th). We could maybe do the same again, but I'll be honest I'm sort of hesitant on that (for a reason I rather not discuss pubic on the net).

[Indifference]

That's an ironic way of putting it but I understand...........I think. Nov 6th wouldn't work for me either.

[G-Nitro]

I just remembered the 15th is the Extra Life charity. So only the 22nd works for me now.

[The Mana Knight]

I'm going to try to start this up. If it fails, oh well. I feel partially responsible for the Baltimore area meet-up since its my "hood".

Washington D.C. Metro Area Goozex/CAG Meet-up
Date: Saturday, October 22nd, 2011

Time: 2PM - Whenever
Location: DuClaw @ Arundel Mills Mall
7000 Arundel Mills Circle (near Cinemark Egyptian Theater) Hanover , MD 21076 (410) 799-1166
We will meet in the bar near the outside entrance.

Those who plan to attend:
Mana Knight (possibly)
G-Nitro
nightmare452
GenDV138
MCalvert1
The Great BM
mm2barry

[The Mana Knight]

Eh, the only thing that may hurt me from arranging this event is that I'm scheduling a job interview down in VA on the 21st. It's a 3 1/2 hour drive for me. I should return back in time, but I'll find out soon.

[GenDV138]

I'll be there, may get there earlier to try DuClaw beforehand

[The Mana Knight]

Lol, maybe we should all meet at DuClaw. :-P

[G-Nitro]

Lol, maybe we should all meet at DuClaw. :-P

I'd much rather hang out at Duclaw than Dave & Busters. Cheaper beer! Not like we play games anyway

[MCalvert1]

I'd much rather hang out at Duclaw than Dave & Busters. Cheaper beer! Not like we play games anyway

I have no objection to that. If anyone want to play D&B games, it's around the corner.

MjC

[GenDV138]

Sounds good to me!

[The Mana Knight]

I'd much rather hang out at Duclaw than Dave & Busters. Cheaper beer! Not like we play games anyway
That's what I was thinking, but I don't drink anyway. :-P Especially if we have a small group, I think DuClaw works out great. It's not 100% certain I'll be there yet, depending upon if I get back from Hampton Roads VA in time.

[The Mana Knight]

I updated the post with this:
Washington D.C. Metro Area Goozex/CAG Meet-up
Date: Saturday, October 22nd, 2011

Time: 2PM - Whenever
Location: DuClaw @ Arundel Mills Mall
7000 Arundel Mills Circle (near Cinemark Egyptian Theater) Hanover , MD 21076 (410) 799-1166
We will meet in the bar near the outside entrance.

Those who plan to attend:
Mana Knight (possibly)
G-Nitro
BigBen
GenDV138
MCalvert1
The Great BM
mm2barry
indifference


I made it DuClaw. If anyone wants to back out or join, just tell me or post in this thread.

[mm2barry]

Thanks for e-viting me Mana. I'm going to hire a babysitter and make it out for this one. Other than camaraderie, do we bring games for trade or anything? I don't know what kind of shenanigans when on last year.
If we don't normally trade, here's an open request for Gears of War 3. If you have it and want to trade it, let me know what it's going to take to get it from one of you.
My game collection isn't completely up to date, but it's pretty close. Let me know if there's anything any of you guys are interested in and we'll make something happen.
Looking forward to meeting whoever shows up. Time to be anti-antisocial!

[G-Nitro]

We do bring stuff to trade. Most people leave it in their vehicles until the end of the meet, then we bring it all in and start swapping and buying. :)

[MCalvert1]

Thanks for e-viting me Mana. I'm going to hire a babysitter and make it out for this one. Other than camaraderie, do we bring games for trade or anything? I don't know what kind of shenanigans when on last year.
If we don't normally trade, here's an open request for Gears of War 3. If you have it and want to trade it, let me know what it's going to take to get it from one of you.
My game collection isn't completely up to date, but it's pretty close. Let me know if there's anything any of you guys are interested in and we'll make something happen.
Looking forward to meeting whoever shows up. Time to be anti-antisocial!

There's a pretty good chance I'll be done with Gears 3 enough to trade it away by then, but I can't really think of anything I'm looking for at the moment outside of Dark Souls. It never hurts to take a look at one's trade list though.

MjC

[mm2barry]

Well, i'll be bringing a number of games, so hopefully we can work something out.

[abhinav]

The 22nd isn't great for me, if I am able to make it, it wouldn't be for very long. I'll try though.

[MCalvert1]

Good luck to the Uncharted 3 players tonight. Hope somebody wins something!

MjC

[BigBen]

Put me down as a solid maybe :P (Hard to get out of the house with a newborn). I'm interested in doing some serious trading/selling, especially if anyone's interested in some older stuff (PSX, PS2, Gamecube, even a N64 system). Thinking about downsizing some of my collection, working on putting a list together (highlights include Suikoden 1 and 2, some PS2 imports (Melty Blood, Fist of the North Star), and some rarer Gamecube games (Ikaruga, Skies of Arcadia Legends, Tales of Symphonia).

[enemyofusall]

Hey guys how was the uncharted event? And how early should I get there and are cameras allowed?

[MCalvert1]

Put me down as a solid maybe :P (Hard to get out of the house with a newborn). I'm interested in doing some serious trading/selling, especially if anyone's interested in some older stuff (PSX, PS2, Gamecube, even a N64 system). Thinking about downsizing some of my collection, working on putting a list together (highlights include Suikoden 1 and 2, some PS2 imports (Melty Blood, Fist of the North Star), and some rarer Gamecube games (Ikaruga, Skies of Arcadia Legends, Tales of Symphonia).

I hope to get there right at 2pm because I'm going to have to split by 3pm. Your FotNS PS2 game intrigues me if will work via HD Advance.

MjC

[The Mana Knight]

Hey guys how was the uncharted event? And how early should I get there and are cameras allowed?
I'm blogging about it right now.

[Indifference]

I might be able to get to the meetup by 5. Hopefully someone will still be there

[Indifference]

Hey guys how was the uncharted event? And how early should I get there and are cameras allowed?

You are not supposed to take pics and video but plenty of people did and no one seemed to care. I'd say get there 15 minutes early to sign in using the awful Sony tablets they have laid out.

[Indifference]

Put me down as a solid maybe :P (Hard to get out of the house with a newborn). I'm interested in doing some serious trading/selling, especially if anyone's interested in some older stuff (PSX, PS2, Gamecube, even a N64 system). Thinking about downsizing some of my collection, working on putting a list together (highlights include Suikoden 1 and 2, some PS2 imports (Melty Blood, Fist of the North Star), and some rarer Gamecube games (Ikaruga, Skies of Arcadia Legends, Tales of Symphonia).

I'd like to see what games you have. Hopefully I can make it there before you leave.

[BigBen]

Ok, I put up a trade list, would love to see your trade lists if ya got them. I'm pretty sure that I'll be there. I don't plan on bringing the N64 stuff unless someone is interested beforehand.

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8972628#post8972628

[enemyofusall]

haha yes those tablets are dreadful. But the event was fun nonetheless!

[The Mana Knight]

haha yes those tablets are dreadful. But the event was fun nonetheless!The only issue I had was entering my phone number. THAT was the worst part of the tablet (ugh).

[Indifference]

Ok, I put up a trade list, would love to see your trade lists if ya got them. I'm pretty sure that I'll be there. I don't plan on bringing the N64 stuff unless someone is interested beforehand.

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8972628#post8972628

I hope you stay late because I probably won't be there until 5. I'd like to trade my 360 copies of New Vegas and FF13 for Donkey Kong 64 and Starfox 64.

I am also interested in Metroid Pinball, Tetris DS, Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow and LoZ LTTP

[mm2barry]

Here's my list:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/games.php?u=12123&do=tradelist
I have my God of War PSP and whole collection for sale. here's the link from CL:
http://annapolis.craigslist.org/vgm/2635297068.html
Also, i'm trying to sell my guitar hero/rockband collection. If you're interested in that bundle, let me know.
The only game I'm really wanting to get is Gears of War 3, but let me know what you've got and we can make a deal of some kind.

[The Great BM]

I might be able to get to the meetup by 5. Hopefully someone will still be there

If I am needed at this other event, I might not show until 5, myself, so you won't be alone.

[mm2barry]

Here's my list:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/games.php?u=12123&do=tradelist
I have my God of War PSP and whole collection for sale. here's the link from CL:
http://annapolis.craigslist.org/vgm/2635297068.html
Also, i'm trying to sell my guitar hero/rockband collection. If you're interested in that bundle, let me know.
The only game I'm really wanting to get is Gears of War 3, but let me know what you've got and we can make a deal of some kind.

please let me know what you guys want me to bring. i'd prefer not to lug all of this stuff out of the house.

[BigBen]

I hope you stay late because I probably won't be there until 5. I'd like to trade my 360 copies of New Vegas and FF13 for Donkey Kong 64 and Starfox 64.

I am also interested in Metroid Pinball, Tetris DS, Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow and LoZ LTTP

I'll do my best to stick around, wasn't necessarily planning on being there from 2-5pm, but I'll try. Do you have a trade list?

[Indifference]

I'll do my best to stick around, wasn't necessarily planning on being there from 2-5pm, but I'll try. Do you have a trade list?
No I don't, sorry. I do have two games you want though and I suppose you'd probably take cash for the others I mentioned. Could you go to Duclaw later?

[Indifference]

If I am needed at this other event, I might not show until 5, myself, so you won't be alone.
Cool.

[The Mana Knight]

All right, the event is still on for today.

I updated the post with this:
Washington D.C. Metro Area Goozex/CAG Meet-up
Date: Saturday, October 22nd, 2011

Time: 2PM - Whenever
Location: DuClaw @ Arundel Mills Mall
7000 Arundel Mills Circle (near Cinemark Egyptian Theater) Hanover , MD 21076 (410) 799-1166
We will meet in the bar near the outside entrance.

Those who plan to attend:
Mana Knight (possibly)
G-Nitro
BigBen
GenDV138
MCalvert1
The Great BM
mm2barry
indifference

[G-Nitro]

Kevlar51 may make it out to the event, but he is unsure due to other plans

[mm2barry]

I'm looking forward to meeting you guys for the first time. Make sure to check out my trade list to see if there's anything you want.
Again, I'm looking for Gears 3
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/games.php?u=12123&do=tradelist

[The Mana Knight]

Thanks everyone who showed.

[BigBen]

It was good seeing some familiar faces and meeting some new ones. Some nice trading as well. I left feedback for everyone I traded with (I think), please do the same. Hope to see you guys at the next one.

[G-Nitro]

It was awesome hanging out with everyone, and meeting some new faces. :)

[GenDV138]

yeah good times everyone, AssaultSuit seems to have a neverending supply of stuff to get rid of!

[The Mana Knight]

yeah good times everyone, AssaultSuit seems to have a neverending supply of stuff to get rid of!

Tell me about it. He did it at Play! Symphony concert too, haha.

[Sinfulfate]

As soon as I get my license I'll come to one of these meetups.

I'm looking forward to meeting you guys for the first time. Make sure to check out my trade list to see if there's anything you want.
Again, I'm looking for Gears 3
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/games.php?u=12123&do=tradelist

If you still need Gears 3 I have a sealed copy I'm trying to get rid of for cheap. I'm not interested in any game on your list but I could sell it to for 35 shipped.

[The Mana Knight]

As soon as I get my license I'll come to one of these meetups.


I dealt with the same for years back when I lived in Indiana. I totally understand.

[BigBen]

Anyone in the area interested in splitting the Buy 2 Get 1 free deal at Target that starts on Sunday? I'm only interested in getting 1 game right now (Batman AC), if someone is interested in 2 games and is in the Columbia area, I'd gladly split it with ya.

Too bad this isn't 1 week later, I'd totally go for a Skyrim/MW3/Batman AC combo.

[Indifference]

Good time was had by all.

@BigBen - I might take you up on that offer. I'll call you.

[amishpriest]

Going to try to make whatever meetup is planned next...need to expand my gamer friend social circle :).

[The Mana Knight]

My next event is AnimeUSA. Likely I'll hang out w/ FlamingMoogles, GenDV138, and possibly my female friend for part of the time.

[GenDV138]

My next event is AnimeUSA. Likely I'll hang out w/ FlamingMoogles, GenDV138, and possibly my female friend for part of the time.

Yeah, I'll be there all three days if anyone wants to hang out.

[G-Nitro]

I won't be there thanks to having to work 8-4 on saturday. Looks like Katsucon is my next con!

[GenDV138]

I won't be there thanks to having to work 8-4 on saturday. Looks like Katsucon is my next con!

That sucks, well I'll be at Katsucon too, lol

[amishpriest]

AnimeUSA is probably out for me again, but I might try to make Katsucon for once. I am a regular at Otakon for whatever that's worth ;).

[The Mana Knight]

@amishpriest You are very likely to see me around because I'm the type who travels all over MD a lot. Lol, many remember how I posted about going to over 24 Target stores in the state (been to 4 in Montgomery County alone).

[The Great BM]

What about MAGfest? I think some of my friends are going to the upcoming one, so I might tag along.

[amishpriest]

I practically live at the Rockville Target. Helps that it's right on the way to and from work. I use the Gaithersburg and Germantown stores if I get desperate/bored lol.

Edit: Totally forgot about Magfest...I'm going to definitely try to be there.

[jterp7]

any locals interested in buying Tetris Axis? Rather it go to a CAG than GS

[terpkristin]

any locals interested in buying Tetris Axis? Rather it go to a CAG than GS

I'm interested, if you haven't already gotten somebody else...

/tk

[jterp7]

lol I was in VA today too..but traded it in around 2pm.

[Indifference]

Dang I wanted it too

[jterp7]

lol I'll try to post here first next time then...anybody else picking up mario today?

[terpkristin]

I ordered Mario from amazon. I figure it'll get here Tuesday or so...

/tk

[MCalvert1]

Amazon is telling me I won't get my Mario until wednesday. Why does Nintendo insist on releases their games on sundays!?

MjC

[MCalvert1]

What about MAGfest? I think some of my friends are going to the upcoming one, so I might tag along.

I plan to be at Magfest friday night through sunday morning.

MjC

[jterp7]

I'm thinking about getting rid of my ps3 80 with the TE fightstick. Also have GT5 and SSFIV that get no playing time. I figured I'd run it by here since I had a couple responses the last time.

[Indifference]

I plan to be at Magfest friday night through sunday morning.

MjC

You should have gotten Mario from kmart. If you did you'd have it and a $15 game credit. The game is awesome. I hope you get it in time to play some to discuss on the show. MAGFEST!

[jr233270]

I'm new to the DC area and looking to sell a bunch of games - would rather sell to a local CAG than to GameStop. Check my list in the marketplace and let me know if you're interested in anything. I'm willing to sell everything I have bc I need money for Christmas presents. Send me a PM if you're interested.

Hopefully I'll get to meet some of you guys at a meet-up in the future, too!

[The Mana Knight]

You should have gotten Mario from kmart. If you did you'd have it and a $15 game credit. The game is awesome. I hope you get it in time to play some to discuss on the show. MAGFEST!I would not buy from K-mart because I lack their rewards card to get the deal, and K-Mart is WAY too far out of my way (nearest being either Pasadena, MD or on Wabash Ave in Baltimore).

Amazon is telling me I won't get my Mario until wednesday. Why does Nintendo insist on releases their games on sundays!?

MjCSo kids don't skip school.

I'm new to the DC area and looking to sell a bunch of games - would rather sell to a local CAG than to GameStop. Check my list in the marketplace and let me know if you're interested in anything. I'm willing to sell everything I have bc I need money for Christmas presents. Send me a PM if you're interested.

Hopefully I'll get to meet some of you guys at a meet-up in the future, too!Welcome to the area.

[coolsteel]

Was just going to drive back and forth to anime usa but screw it i'm bumming a floor with a group instead. Now I can go to those 1 am panels easier

[The Mana Knight]

Was just going to drive back and forth to anime usa but screw it i'm bumming a floor with a group instead. Now I can go to those 1 am panels easierHope to see you there. If you see a black Renton Thurston on Saturday (from Eureka Seven), that's me.

[coolsteel]

Hope to see you there. If you see a black Renton Thurston on Saturday (from Eureka Seven), that's me.

Didn't catch you at all man. I heard this year the attendance was four to five thousand but it didn't seem any worse then last year as far as crowding .

[The Mana Knight]

Didn't catch you at all man. I heard this year the attendance was four to five thousand but it didn't seem any worse then last year as far as crowding .
I heard it was 5100. I just wrote a CAG blog on the event. Saw your photos posted on cosplay.com.

I'll link you to my cosplay via PM.

[coolsteel]

Well next year is a new location which the con needs. just hoping they don't raise prices anymore it was approaching Otakon levels this year and I personally don't feel it should be that high just yet.

[The Mana Knight]

Play PlayStation Vita early at Potomac Mills in Woodbridge, VA until December 30th. I posted my story via CAG Blog:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/blog.php?b=23038

I was in Woodbridge, VA yesterday playing.

[mm2barry]

You guys ready for the dumbest question ever?
Is anyone done with Skyrim and want to trade it? Let me know. I have a huge collection and I'm sure we can work something out.
My collection on here is pretty up to date, but let me know if you're looking for something in particular.
If we agree to something, depending on where you live, we can meet half-way. I'm in Annapolis.

[TheLongshot]

For those going to MAGFest, today's LivingSocial deal is for $40 at Ketchup, one of the resturants at National Harbor.

https://share.livingsocial.com/deals/173795?ref=conf-jp&rpi=37966942


Feel free to post your referral links after hitting mine.

[mm2barry]

For those going to MAGFest, today's LivingSocial deal is for $40 at Ketchup, one of the resturants at National Harbor.

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MAGfest looks like fun. I'm going to have to check it out. Thanks for the post.

[Indifference]

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Feel free to post your referral links after hitting mine.

Thanks, here's my referral

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MCalvert brought this to my attention
Keep the fine print in mind:

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[BDC4980]

Does anyone know where I can find a good price on WWE '12 for PS3 in Montgomery County?

[The Mana Knight]

Originally I wasn't going to go figuring it would not be for me. After looking into it, I'm very tempted to go.

[Indifference]

GameEnthusLife Mario Kart 7 Racing Community code: 48-5073-6084-2695

[tier1dc]

I have a PS3 Saints Row 3: The third.

I would ideally like to trade it for Skyrim for the PS3 or $30 cash.

I live near 16th and P St NW DC.

[nightmare452]

Who's going to PAX East? Was gonna buy my 3-day pass today, but with hotel prices like they are now, it comes out to hundreds going by myself, I love going to the convention, but that is just to much $ for one trip unless I plan better.

[MCalvert1]

Who's going to PAX East? Was gonna buy my 3-day pass today, but with hotel prices like they are now, it comes out to hundreds going by myself, I love going to the convention, but that is just to much $ for one trip unless I plan better.

With PAX East falling on Easter weekend, it wasn't even a thought about going. What about Magfest? Are you going?

MjC

[GenDV138]

I'm undecided on PAX East, but I'll be at MAGFest Friday to Sunday

[nightmare452]

With PAX East falling on Easter weekend, it wasn't even a thought about going. What about Magfest? Are you going?

MjC


I most likely will go. I preregistered, but haven't paid yet cause I don't know if I'll be in Puerto Rico for the holidays. Parking is a B!#$& there, but I'll go anyway if here.

PAX East is such a bigger event, and I love every second, but I gotta be realistic on what it would end up costing me.

[DeskLaser]

I most likely will go. I preregistered, but haven't paid yet cause I don't know if I'll be in Puerto Rico for the holidays. Parking is a B!#$& there, but I'll go anyway if here.

PAX East is such a bigger event, and I love every second, but I gotta be realistic on what it would end up costing me.

MAGFest is at a new location this year, the Gaylord near DC, so the horrendous parking and broken elevators shouldn't be a problem this year. Although god help those dumbass elevator party kids if they manage to break ALL of the elevators in the Gaylord....

[The Great BM]

MAGFest is at a new location this year, the Gaylord near DC, so the horrendous parking and broken elevators shouldn't be a problem this year. Although god help those dumbass elevator party kids if they manage to break ALL of the elevators in the Gaylord....

Oh man. After hearing about the Hot Chocolate 15K/5K debacle, I'm not sure if I wanna go there. How many people go to MAGFest, usually?

And I will definitely be going to PAX East this time, come hell or high water.

[Indifference]

@The Great BM
I think Magfest last year had over 3000 people. But I could be wrong. What is the Hot Chocolate 15K/5K debacle?
Pax East picked a great weekend for next year. So great that I won't be there.

[The Great BM]

@The Great BM
I think Magfest last year had over 3000 people. But I could be wrong. What is the Hot Chocolate 15K/5K debacle?
Pax East picked a great weekend for next year. So great that I won't be there.

It was a 15 and 5K race that took place a couple of weeks ago. A large portion of the runners that entered complained that there was not enough space at that venue for the race, and it caused a lot of problems. DCist has a summary of the gripes here (http://dcist.com/2011/12/hot_chocolate_15k_5k_race_called_ep.php).

However, I think the problems were caused more by the event organizers than the venue itself. It appears that they booked too many runners, and the paths they chose were not optimal to handle the crowd. I'm guessing MAGFest won't be as much of an issue, especially since there will be a fraction of the crowd.

[coolsteel]

Crowd won't be an issue Katsucon has more attendees then Magfest and they manage just fine. Not thrilled with the area due to food pricing no cheap eats that don't involve getting back in the car and going up a few exits.

[The Mana Knight]

Crowd won't be an issue Katsucon has more attendees then Magfest and they manage just fine. Not thrilled with the area due to food pricing no cheap eats that don't involve getting back in the car and going up a few exits.That's my only issue with the Gaylord (being expensive and all in the area), but I do like it being away from things because parking is easy, don't have to deal with much traffic getting in, and the building is pretty large.

[jr233270]

I've got a black DS Lite that I'm looking to sell if anyone is interested - also, I have no idea what price is fair so any insight is appreciated. It is in very good condition with no scratches on the screens and no mechanical problems. It comes with the charger, stylus, and the following DS games:

Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass (Complete)
Pokemon White (Complete)
Super Mario 64 DS (Complete)
Sim City DS (Complete)
Nintendogs: Lab and Friends (Complete)
Mario 3 on 3 Hoops (Cart Only and no cover art)

I also have the following GBA games I am selling with the DS system:

Mario Tennis Power Tour (Cart Only)
Super Mario World: Super Mario Advance 2 (Cart Only)
Mario Gold Advanced Tour (Cart Only)
Sonic Advance (Cart Only)
Zelda: Link to the Past/Four Swords (Cart Only)


Send me a PM if you're interested in buying this bundle or if you have any idea what price I should ask for. I'm in the Georgetown area if looking to buy locally.

Thanks!

[GenDV138]

There's a 20% off code for Video Games Live at the Strathmore in Bethesda if anyone's interested. Saturday, April 7, 2012. Going to try to make it out!

________________

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[terpkristin]

Who's going to PAX East? Was gonna buy my 3-day pass today, but with hotel prices like they are now, it comes out to hundreds going by myself, I love going to the convention, but that is just to much $ for one trip unless I plan better.

I'm going. Got my 3-day pass when they went on sale.

/tk

[dwhelan]

Hey DC people, just wanted to wish all of you a Merry Christmas, Carefree Kwanza, Happy Hanukkah, a Rambunctious Ramadan (yeah I know a little early), a Terrific Tet and a Happy New Year.

[amishpriest]

Thinking right now I'll be at MAGFest at least Sat and Sun...I'll see about swinging Thurs and Fri too.

[Grave_Addiction]

I'm undecided on PAX East, but I'll be at MAGFest Friday to Sunday

I'm going to both events. It'll be my first video game expo/conventions, so I'm pretty excited to finally get to one.

Btw, do any of you guys know of any good retro/indie video game stores in the area? I live on Ft. Meade, which is kinda in between D.C. and Baltimore, and I haven't been able to find anything good.

[Indifference]

I am sure you know about Starland. But there are a cpuple others listed from best to okay

PowerGamerII
6711 Ritchie Highway #259
Glen Burnie, MD

GameBox
3289 Donnell Dr District Heights, MD 20747
(301) 735-2888


Pandora's Cube
8145 Baltimore Avenue
College Park, MD
(301) 474-9711

[TheLongshot]

I'm going to both events. It'll be my first video game expo/conventions, so I'm pretty excited to finally get to one.

Btw, do any of you guys know of any good retro/indie video game stores in the area? I live on Ft. Meade, which is kinda in between D.C. and Baltimore, and I haven't been able to find anything good.

http://www.estarland.com/index.asp?page=StoreLocations

Edit: damn, someone in before me.

I'll be at MAGFest, tho I don't know how much I will actually be there since I'm driving in.

[GenDV138]

Btw, do any of you guys know of any good retro/indie video game stores in the area? I live on Ft. Meade, which is kinda in between D.C. and Baltimore, and I haven't been able to find anything good.

I want to say eStarland in Fairfax, VA, but that's about an hour drive from Ft. Meade. Small store and pretty much same stock as their website, but they've got games for current gen as well as lots of retro system games. Worth checking out if you're ever in the area though.

Edit: Aaron owned me

[Grave_Addiction]

Thanks for the info, guys. I went to Power Gamer II, and they had some very reasonably priced Dreamcast stuff. Used DCs were $30, and controllers and VMUs were $5 each. The games, however, were overpriced, in my opinion. Most DC games ranged from $15-$30 each, but they did have some pretty cool import titles and some games still in shrink wrap.

Also, what days are you guys going to MAGFest? I think I may go Saturday, and I thought it'd be fun to meet up with some fellow CAGs.

[Indifference]

NP. The entire GameEnthus crew, Donnie and I am sure several others will be there from Fri to Sun. I will be posting my itinerary(subject to change) later today. The schedule can be found here (http://magfestubersystem.com/magfest/schedule).

[MCalvert1]

If anyone out there needs a bed for Magfest, I got a room at the Hampton Inn across the street from the Convention Center for friday and saturday nights. It's stated as having 2 beds and a pullout sofa. BigRob and myself have the 2 beds, so if you:

1) are someone I have met in person before

2) are comfortable on a pullout sofabed

3) are able to chip in a little

...then please PM/email/call/text me and we'll work something out. Hope to see you all there!

MjC

[Indifference]

Ind1fference's MAGfest Itinerary


Friday
12-1pm Diversity in Games
1-2pm Jon St. John speaks (voice of Duke Nukem)
2-3pm Blue Core Studios(indie video game movies like Mega Man)
3:30-4:30 Happy Video Game Nerd(HVGC) Q&A
4:30-5:30 Zen & Art of video game reviews
6-7 History of Optimus Prime
7-? Eat, console/arcade play, sleep


Saturday
Eat, free play
11-12pm Grant Kirkhope Q&A (Rare composer, Goldeneye Banjo etc)
1:30-2:30 DarkSydePhil Panel on making a living playing games
2:30-4pm Art of Video Games Smithsonian Panel
or
3-4pm MAGfest Origins
4:30-5:30 Destruction Live
6-7 AVGN
7-12am Free
12-1am The Famicon(Family) Feud


Sunday
Eat, free play
12:30-1:30 Video Games Shouldn't Suck
3-4 Closing Ceremony

[The Great BM]

I'm still debating on whether or not to go. I have a bunch of obligations through the weekend, but there are large chunks of time where I could theoretically go to the National Harbor. Would it be worth going for a few hours Friday night, Sunday afternoon, and possibly Saturday morning/late night?

[MCalvert1]

I'm still debating on whether or not to go. I have a bunch of obligations through the weekend, but there are large chunks of time where I could theoretically go to the National Harbor. Would it be worth going for a few hours Friday night, Sunday afternoon, and possibly Saturday morning/late night?

Check the schedule http://magfestubersystem.com/magfest/schedule/ and see what interests you most. That should help you make up your mind.

MjC

[coolsteel]

I like how the History of Optimus Prime really seems to come out of nowhere

[TheLongshot]

I'm really debating whether I want to come on Friday or save my time off and go to work. Really, the only thing that interests me is the Jon St John talk. It also sucks that there are no panels after 6. It doesn't help that I don't know the band schedule.

[coolsteel]

You aren't making very strong argument for why you should go LOL

[TheLongshot]

You aren't making very strong argument for why you should go LOL

No I'm not, which is why I'm fishing for reasons why I should.

[coolsteel]

Skip it , spend that 40 dollars that would have gone to a one day badge and buy some Duke Nukem games

[TheLongshot]

Skip it , spend that 40 dollars that would have gone to a one day badge and buy some Duke Nukem games

That money is already spent. I prereged for the weekend, mainly because I want to see Nobuo Uematsu on Saturday. It is really the only reason why I prereged.

[coolsteel]

Not interested in playing old arcade games at all?

[TheLongshot]

Not interested in playing old arcade games at all?

Not sure I'll get two days worth of enjoyment out of old arcade games. As I said, I'll be there most of the day on Saturday.

[coolsteel]

If I were in your shoes I would go Friday mostly hitting panels and videos then leave around 6. Leave Saturday for gaming, panels and music.

[MCalvert1]

I like how the History of Optimus Prime really seems to come out of nowhere

I'm happy to see it, and I'm excited for the Transformers: The Movie (1986) at 8pm tonight!

MjC

[amishpriest]

Family is still in town and I have to hold money back for shoulder surgery, so it's a no go on MAGFest again (well, late Saturday/Sunday is a BIG maybe, so we'll see). Hoping to still do Katsucon though.

[coolsteel]

Seeing Transformers the Movie with an audience was awesome

[TheLongshot]

Did end up going, after spending a bundle getting my car fixed up. Did have a good time, once I found some people to play board games with. Did go see Armcannon, but my enjoyment suffered somewhat by not really being strong in my knowledge of 8 and 16 bit game music.

[coolsteel]

Good to hear but what are you going to do tomorrow ? I know my main was actually Transformers the movie I have no idea what i'm doing tomorrow.

[TheLongshot]

Good to hear but what are you going to do tomorrow ? I know my main was actually Transformers the movie I have no idea what i'm doing tomorrow.

Going to the Ellen McLain Q&A is a big part of my early day and getting my friend's copy of Portal 2 signed. Late, it is Earthbound Papas. In between, I'll figure out.

[abhinav]

I know the odds are terrible but I heard Uncharted 3 CE was clearanced at Target, anyone know if any targets have em in stock?

[The Mana Knight]

I know the odds are terrible but I heard Uncharted 3 CE was clearanced at Target, anyone know if any targets have em in stock?I will look.

Family is still in town and I have to hold money back for shoulder surgery, so it's a no go on MAGFest again (well, late Saturday/Sunday is a BIG maybe, so we'll see). Hoping to still do Katsucon though.I will try to be at Katsucon. Current plan is to go.

To let everyone know (if they haven't heard), I accepted a job offer in Hampton Roads, VA area. It's much closer to my dream job, so I'll be leaving the Baltimore/Washington area in Feb. Believe me, I'm ultra sad to leave you all since I made great friends, love the anime cons, love being near the mountain resorts, lots of shopping malls, etc. But eh, I have to turn my career around and if I have to move to do it, that's what I'll be doing.

[coolsteel]

Congrats

[TheLongshot]

To let everyone know (if they haven't heard), I accepted a job offer in Hampton Roads, VA area. It's much closer to my dream job, so I'll be leaving the Baltimore/Washington area in Feb. Believe me, I'm ultra sad to leave you all since I made great friends, love the anime cons, love being near the mountain resorts, lots of shopping malls, etc. But eh, I have to turn my career around and if I have to move to do it, that's what I'll be doing.

Congrats. At least you will be close to Nekocon.

[The Great BM]

Had a good time at MAGFest, will definitely go next year. Two days is enough for me though. Don't know if I can handle hearing the Colossus sound more than that.

[TheLongshot]

Had a good time at MAGFest, will definitely go next year. Two days is enough for me though. Don't know if I can handle hearing the Colossus sound more than that.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=CV4Ytuq1_tU (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CV4Ytuq1_tU)