Official San Diego Area CAG List

[xmrblondex]

www.evo2k.com ! For you fighting game fans!

Also if anyone else likes Tekken here.... www.sdtekken.com ! Let me know what you guys think of the site!
I like the site, wish I was better at tekken!
looks like a cool thing you guys have going on.

(1000th reply)

[sonicbooom]

Anyone check out the Mira Mesa Best Buy during the clearance sale today?

[Warner1281]

Anyone check out the Mira Mesa Best Buy during the clearance sale today?

Yup. 18 gamers there this morning at opening. see my post here:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2701423&postcount=75

[sonicbooom]

Yup. 18 gamers there this morning at opening. see my post here:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2701423&postcount=75 I was there at opening too. Didn't recognize you, I know I sold you Disgaea 2 a while back.

I saw a copy of Street Fighter Anniversary Collection for the Xbox, but decided not to buy it. Also saw a copy of Killer 7 (with a $1.99 price label on the shelf), but didn't want it. Didn't end up getting anything.

[Iron Clad Burrito]

Mission Valley BB was a complete bust. I saw about 3 FW guys with big-assed lists, most of them walked out with 1-2 games each. We were there at opening. Not even a bin in an aisle somewhere. Hell, nothing stashed in the washing machines. Nothing from my small 7-game list.

[xrickyb86x]

Should I drive out to CV Best Buy or am I way too later already?

[Warner1281]

I was there at opening too. Didn't recognize you, I know I sold you Disgaea 2 a while back.

I saw a copy of Street Fighter Anniversary Collection for the Xbox, but decided not to buy it. Also saw a copy of Killer 7 (with a $1.99 price label on the shelf), but didn't want it. Didn't end up getting anything.

Didn't recognize you either, but then again, I've never been great with faces. Thanks for leaving the Killer 7, btw. I picked it up (one of the few games I really wanted). I definitely remember the Disgaea 2 sale though. Speaking of which, I never heard back about Disgaea 1, so I assume you found it?

As for other San Diego stores, this is what I've gathered from various threads/people.

El Cajon- cleaned out days ago
Santee- cleaned out days ago
Mission Valley- cleaned out this morning
Mira Mesa- Might be a couple random games left, but doubt it.
Chula Vista- total wash (thanks dios)
Escondido- ??
Carlsbad/Oceanside- ??
Temecula- ?? (probably the best chance at getting anything if my past experiences are any indication)

[xmrblondex]

glad i didn't skip class to go to mira mesa then!

[dios]

Was at the chula vista one by c street an hour before it opened, got in, not a single game, what a waste of time. argh/

[Ma12kez]

Was at the chula vista one by c street an hour before it opened, got in, not a single game, what a waste of time. argh/Thanks for checking.

[sonicbooom]

Didn't recognize you either, but then again, I've never been great with faces. Thanks for leaving the Killer 7, btw. I picked it up (one of the few games I really wanted). I definitely remember the Disgaea 2 sale though. Speaking of which, I never heard back about Disgaea 1, so I assume you found it?

As for other San Diego stores, this is what I've gathered from various threads/people.

El Cajon- cleaned out days ago
Santee- cleaned out days ago
Mission Valley- cleaned out this morning
Mira Mesa- Might be a couple random games left, but doubt it.
Chula Vista- total wash (thanks dios)
Escondido- ??
Carlsbad/Oceanside- ??
Temecula- ?? (probably the best chance at getting anything if my past experiences are any indication)
Nope, never found it! lol...

[DQT]

Mission Valley BB was a complete bust. I saw about 3 FW guys with big-assed lists, most of them walked out with 1-2 games each. We were there at opening. Not even a bin in an aisle somewhere. Hell, nothing stashed in the washing machines. Nothing from my small 7-game list.

How disappointing. Thanks for the status report though.

[MarkMan]

I didn't even bother today :(

Maybe If I lived in Iowa or Kansas or something...

[Furashu]

did anyone go to the compusa by convoy to see if theres any 20% off 360's or ps3s? im too lazy to go maybe someone else from SD did.
I saw some ds lites at the mission valley best buy if anyone wants i was there on that terrible "sale" at BB.

[Iron Clad Burrito]

I went to CUSA today, didn't see PS3 stuff. Though to be honest, I wasn't looking. They had no gamecube stuff at all -- XBox 360s, and 360/XBox/PS2/Wii software.

Their stuff's still pricey at 10-20% off. I'm gonna hang on a bit longer.

[RiCeBo1]

I had some carne asada fries yesterday at Cotixan off of Balboa if anybody cares :)

[xrickyb86x]

I had two beef tacos from Robertos off of H and Broadway in CV today.

[agentxricky]

I had a California burrito from Colima's by the Target off the 54. Mighty tasty.

[Warner1281]

did anyone go to the compusa by convoy to see if theres any 20% off 360's or ps3s? im too lazy to go maybe someone else from SD did.
I saw some ds lites at the mission valley best buy if anyone wants i was there on that terrible "sale" at BB.

Stopped by there yesterday just to check out what they had. I didn't see any PS3's or 360's (they still had the demo 360 though, so maybe they've got 360's in the back??) and all the games for the different systems were $30+ and then 10% off. Not exactly a deal. Hell of a lot of people though.

[MarkMan]

Heads up SD... Wii Play units at Highland/National City Best Buy... spotted at 6 PM earlier today(Tuesday).

[xrickyb86x]

Heading to Fry's for GRAW2. Think it's 34.99 here in SD too?

[Ma12kez]

Heading to Fry's for GRAW2. Think it's 34.99 here in SD too?Fry's won't have it until Noon tomorrow (3/8). At least that's what the ad states.

[Kuros]

BTW, the C-Bad/Oside BB had practically nothing for the $2 sale. Maybe like, 5-6 crappy games.

Oh, and if you are in the area of that BB, go to Los Tacos.

They have some really fucking good mexican food.

[Ma12kez]

Just picked up GRAW 2 at the Chula Vista (Highland) BB for $37.90 after taxes. I just printed out the ad and gave it to the cashier. They had about 4-5 copies left as of 2:30 PM if anyone is interested.

[xrickyb86x]

Just picked up GRAW 2 at the Chula Vista (Highland) BB for $37.90 after taxes. I just printed out the ad and gave it to the cashier. They had about 4-5 copies left as of 2:30 PM if anyone is interested.

I did that but at Circuit City earlier. Haven't played it yet. I hope it's good. I'm not too big of a GR fan but I couldn't pass the 35 dollar deal.

[RiCeBo1]

Just picked up GRAW 2 at the Chula Vista (Highland) BB for $37.90 after taxes. I just printed out the ad and gave it to the cashier. They had about 4-5 copies left as of 2:30 PM if anyone is interested.
I knew I saw you online :-P But anyways, I had the real ad in hand and just brought it over to the Mission Valley BB about 7:30 and they still had racks and racks of GRAW2 so if Fry's is out tomorrow or BB is out head on over to Mission Valley's BB. The game is mucho excellente!

[bthamilton]

You guys are amazing. There are so many games out right now already. Between the three systems, I'm swamped. I'm slowly playing through Resistance, Crackdown and a Greatest Hits version of RE4 for the PS2. I need to get SSX for the Wii and God of War 2 for the PS2 in the next couple of weeks. As much as I'd love to get GRAW 2 for $35.00, I've just got to draw the line somewhere. I still never finished Rainbow Six: Vegas or Gears...and I'm having to share the PS3 and TV w/ my wife who is playing through FF12...oh yeah, I need to get back to Prey (I found the sweet limited edition at CompUSA for $30) and my $10 copy of Ridge Racer 6...

[FFMooglestar]

Went to Fry's on Aero Dr. today at about 1:00PM to pick up GRAW2 with a giftcard, and they were sold out. I got a Rain Check, so it's not a total loss. Oh well time for more MLB2k7.

[RiCeBo1]

Went to Fry's on Aero Dr. today at about 1:00PM to pick up GRAW2 with a giftcard, and they were sold out. I got a Rain Check, so it's not a total loss. Oh well time for more MLB2k7.
Should've done what me and Mar12ez did, bring the ad or print out to BB and PM it there :)

[Ma12kez]

Should've done what me and Mar12ez did, bring the ad or print out to BB and PM it there :)Looks like he's being a true CAG and wanted to use that giftcard to even cut the price down even more. Anyway, I'll be on GRAW 2 late tonight 11PM-??. So if you want to co-op or something let me know.

[FFMooglestar]

Looks like he's being a true CAG and wanted to use that giftcard to even cut the price down even more. Anyway, I'll be on GRAW 2 late tonight 11PM-??. So if you want to co-op or something let me know.

Bingo! With my gift card, I'd only have to spend about $16.15 out of my pockets.

[sonicbooom]

Any news at the Kearny CompUSA? Is it still 10% off?

[stalfosking]

Any news at the Kearny CompUSA? Is it still 10% off?

I checked the place out yesterday. If I remember correctly games were still 10% off. Only thing I noticed that was marked down more than that were cables which were marked down 30% so if you need any cables you might find a good deal.

[RiCeBo1]

Looks like he's being a true CAG and wanted to use that giftcard to even cut the price down even more. Anyway, I'll be on GRAW 2 late tonight 11PM-??. So if you want to co-op or something let me know.
Alright, sounds good. Chances are I'll be glued to the single player or so, I'm trying to beat it first before jumping online because usually if I jump right into online I won't play the single player (*cough*R6:V*cough*)

[orimental]

Chargers set to unveil a new look...

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

http://www.chargers.com/news/headlines/chargers-to-unveil.htm

[bthamilton]

I stopped by the Grossmont CompUSA today. Games and accessories are still only 10% off. There were a few manager's specials for some 360 games, but they weren't really all that great -- just a couple of bucks off a few older titles. I'm going to wait to make any purchases until 30% off. Anyone know when the next round of discounts will occur?

[DQT]

Chargers set to unveil a new look...

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

http://www.chargers.com/news/headlines/chargers-to-unveil.htm

I don't care what the Chargers' uniforms look like, as long as it includes a Super Bowl Ring. [-(

[sonicbooom]

http://i1.chargers.com/assets/174/32470.jpg

http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/4104/32459yt2.jpg

[Warner1281]

eh... not much of a change. The bolt on the shoulder is gay. I like the helmet and pants. Nothing else really noticeable. I'm not sure whether I like the powder blue being an official uniform color now as opposed to a throwback color. I like it for nostalgic reasons and yet I think it's an ugly ass color on a bunch of guys.

[Ma12kez]

The uniforms were fine the way they were.

[FFMooglestar]

Anyone in San Diego want a shit load of free strategy guides? Only 2 Conditions. 1) Must be willing to drive down to Bonita/Eastlake Area to pick them up. 2) Must be willing to take all of them.

http://img329.imageshack.us/img329/5343/img0474qp1.th.jpg (http://img329.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0474qp1.jpg)
There may be 1 or 2 guides in the picture that are not there any more.

PM me and post here if you are interested.


edit: Guides are gone. Thank you for picking those up paz9x.

[xrickyb86x]

Anyone in San Diego want a shit load of free strategy guides? Only 2 Conditions. 1) Must be willing to drive down to Bonita/Eastlake Area to pick them up. 2) Must be willing to take all of them.

http://img329.imageshack.us/img329/5343/img0474qp1.th.jpg (http://img329.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0474qp1.jpg)
There may be 1 or 2 guides in the picture that are not there any more.

PM me and post here if you are interested.

That's why I never grab those from work.

[sonicbooom]

Now this alternate is fucking bad.

http://img394.imageshack.us/img394/2223/17595036oa7.jpg

[Iron Clad Burrito]

Now this alternate is fucking bad.

Looks close to the Tennessee Volunteers... w00t! :)

[ahou]

when i saw the new uniforms on the front page of the newspaper a couple days back, i think they look nice and all but like what Ma12kez said, it really doesn't seem necessary.

oh yeah and those alternates, they better be some kind of early april fools joke because they are fucking hideous

[allyourblood]

Anyone in San Diego want a shit load of free strategy guides? Only 2 Conditions. 1) Must be willing to drive down to Bonita/Eastlake Area to pick them up. 2) Must be willing to take all of them.

so tempted...!!! and i live very nearby. damn. i'm gonna resist, as i've got about the same amount of unwanted guides here as well. the packrat in me just wants free crap.

nice gesture though, moogle. i'm sure someone here will nab them.

[MarkMan]

FFMooglestar, are there Tekken 5 guides in there? If there are, I'll take the whole lot off your hands. :)

[FFMooglestar]

FFMooglestar, are there Tekken 5 guides in there? If there are, I'll take the whole lot off your hands. :)

Sorry MarkMan, no Tekken 5's in the bunch. As far as fighting games go, there are a few Mortal Kombat: Deception's and a good deal of Dead or Alive: Ultimate's. C'mon, you know you want em!

[RiCeBo1]

Although the new jerseys are pretty ugly, it'll grown on me and I'll get one eventually :lol:

[bthamilton]

Where do you guys generally buy your recordable DVD's. Fry's, Wal-Mart, Best Buy? I don't want to go looking all around S.D. just for a good deal.

[allyourblood]

Where do you guys generally buy your recordable DVD's. Fry's, Wal-Mart, Best Buy? I don't want to go looking all around S.D. just for a good deal.
i tend to buy them from local places when a "slammin' deal" shows up. i'll buy more than i need and then just stock-pile them so i don't have to pay full price later in a pinch.

CC, BB, Office Depot and Staples are my usual sources for DVDr discs.

[FFMooglestar]

Saw this on Kotaku, is anyone going?

The San Diego chapter of the International Game Developers Association is throwing quite a little party next week.

They've teamed up with Rockstar Games and High Moon Studios to gather an all-star cast of panels who will be discussing "What Makes A Next-Gen Game?"

The panel includes editor-in-chief Dave Halverson from Play Magazine, editor-in-chief Francesca Reyes from Official Xbox Magazine, deputy editor-in-chief Kaiser Hwang from PSM, editor Brendan Sheffield from Game Developer Magazine, contributing writer Paul Semel for GamePro, Official PlayStation Magazine, Electronic Gaming Monthly; and Game Head host Geoff Keighley from Spike TV.

Space is limited so you'll need to register ahead of time.

Hit the jump for the schedule and location and such. Brian Crecente

When
Date: Thursday, 29 March 2007
Time: 6:30 - 9:45 PM

Schedule
6:30 - 7:00 Sign in, enjoy refreshments, and network.
7:00 - 7:10 Welcome and Announcements
7:10 - 7:20 Panelist Introductions
7:20 - 8:00 What Makes A Next-Gen Game? Panel Discussion
8:00 - 9:00 What Makes A Next-Gen Game? Audience Q&A
9:00 - 9:15 Final Thoughts
9:15 - 9:30 Giveaways
9:30 - 9:45 Wrap-up

Where
Qualcomm Auditorium
6455 Lusk Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92121

What Makes A Next-Gen Game? (http://www.igda-sandiego.org/web/176) [IDGA San Diago]

[Ma12kez]

Sounds interesting.

[Morgan Ramsay]

Saw this on Kotaku, is anyone going? I'm going! Of course, I'm one of the organizers so... If you have any questions to ask the panelists, please let me know. I'll add your inquiries to the selection queue. If you'd like to be credited for your question(s), also let me know.

[MarkMan]

I'll be there...

I have a question as well...

"What are your feelings on the fighting game genre and your thoughts on some of the biggest players... Sega and Namco, not bringing their flagship franchises Virtua Fighter 5 and Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection online?"

Please credit the question to SD TEKKEN.

Thank you.

[sonicbooom]

Has anyone tried the new angus burger at McDonalds? I heard it was being tested out in San Diego, so it isn't nationwide yet. Is it good? How does it compare to the ones at Carls Jr. and Burger King?

I'm hungry right now, not sure what I want for dinner. Just drinking for now.

[MarkMan]

It's alright, expensive though...

3.99!

Also Morgan Ramsay I plugged the event here:

http://sdtekken.com/

[xrickyb86x]

I registered for the conferance after school today. I just don't know if I'll be able to make it. Just thought I'd stick my name in there though.

[bthamilton]

I've had all three of the Angus burgers. They're pretty solid. I'd definitely say they are better than BK and Jack's comparable versions. I haven't had a $6 burger in a while so I can't say if it's better than Carl's. However, they suffer from having too much pepper/salt. (Like Jack's and Carl's). It's a nice change of pace for McD's, but I'd still rather have a Big Mac or Quarter Pounder.

[paz9x]

I've had all three of the Angus burgers. They're pretty solid. I'd definitely say they are better than BK and Jack's comparable versions. I haven't had a $6 burger in a while so I can't say if it's better than Carl's. However, they suffer from having too much pepper/salt. (Like Jack's and Carl's). It's a nice change of pace for McD's, but I'd still rather have a Big Mac or Quarter Pounder.
I had the bacon version today and thought it was terrible. I couldnt figure out why they even sold it.
the patty was dry and the texture wasnt right.
it was overly salty, (moreso than their norm) the bun was good though.
I will never buy one again.


FFmoogle. pm sent

[FFMooglestar]

FFmoogle. pm sent

PM replied to.

Guides are pending to paz9x!!!!!!!

edit: Guides are gone. Thank you for picking those up paz9x.

[xrickyb86x]

I had the bacon version today and thought it was terrible. I couldnt figure out why they even sold it.
the patty was dry and the texture wasnt right.
it was overly salty, (moreso than their norm) the bun was good though.
I will never buy one again.


FFmoogle. pm sent

I almost got one today but I realized I could do without the 900 calories that comes along with it.

[allyourblood]

i didn't want McD's, but my brother and friend wanted to use the coupons they had for them, so we went. we each orderd the Bacon n' Cheese burger and they each came with free medium fries and drink. of course McD's forgot one of the fries (like almost always).

the burger was okay, but really not worth 4 bucks. hindsight being 20-20, i'd've rather had a Six Dollar Burger over this thing. the rest of the country ain't missin' much.

[bthamilton]

In the end, I'd rather just have a Big Mac or Quarter Pounder w/ Cheese. Maybe if they would put two Quarter Pounder patties in the Angus bun w/ the nice tomato, lettuce and onion...

[paz9x]

PM replied to.

Guides are pending to paz9x!!!!!!!

edit: Guides are gone. Thank you for picking those up paz9x.
no problem, thank you.
if you ever need a vouche or want to sell me your dog lmk.

[The_1337]

does anyone know a store that lets you return opened computer games?

[bthamilton]

does anyone know a store that lets you return opened computer games?

Yeah, right. Maybe Costco? I remember the good ol' days when EB would let you return an opened game w/i a week. That was unbelievably sweet. I can't blame them for changing that policy though.

[The_1337]

does the costco in carmel mountain ranch or poway have TES IV: Oblivion?

[allyourblood]

does the costco in carmel mountain ranch or poway have TES IV: Oblivion?
you have a membership to Costco, right? ('cause you'll need one)

[The_1337]

yeah, i got one.

[paz9x]

does the costco in carmel mountain ranch or poway have TES IV: Oblivion?
try using the phone, its crazy but it works =)

so completely off topic, but does anybody have one of those crappy metal bed frames for a twin theyd be willing to hook me up with?

[Ma12kez]

Hey guys, just wondering if any of you have spotted any GGCs in our local BBs lately. I used one of my last ones to pick up KH2, and couldn't find any in the El Cajon or Chula Vista BBs. Let me know if you guys come across some, or if they restock.

[allyourblood]

Hey guys, just wondering if any of you have spotted any GGCs in our local BBs lately. I used one of my last ones to pick up KH2, and couldn't find any in the El Cajon or Chula Vista BBs. Let me know if you guys come across some, or if they restock.
i used to get them from the CV store as well, and i haven't seen them for a few months now. unless they're restocking when i'm not around, it would seem as if they've dropped the GGC again.

[FFMooglestar]

The Padres record a franchise first by pitching a shutout in the Season Opener (beating the Giants 7-0). I love baseball season!

[allyourblood]

for some reason, of the big 3 sports in the US (baseball, basketball, football), baseball is the only one i can stand to watch.

[Iron Clad Burrito]

for some reason, of the big 3 sports in the US (baseball, basketball, football), baseball is the only one i can stand to watch.

Recently baseball moved its way up to #2. I quit watching it completely when they went on strike in 1994, and didn't even so much as watch a game on TV for almost 11 years. Went to a Padres game in August 2005 to finally end my boycott. Pads lost 5-3 (or was it 5-2?) to the Colorado Rockies.

That was also the first MLB game I ever saw live in a stadium.

Football has always been #1 in my book. :)

[RiCeBo1]

Baseball? What's baseball? Football FTW :)

[sonicbooom]

Football is my sport, but I'm a huge, huge sports fan. For the past few years, I lost interest in basketball and slightly lost interest in baseball (except for the playoffs where we've been murdered for the past two years by the cardnials), but this year I've gotten back into basketball and baseball and I'm trying to watch games when I can.

I'm actually going to the Lakers game this Sunday when they play the Suns. Good game.

I'm also checking baseball tickets on eBay constantly to see when I can get a good deal and I'll be going to a few of the 2 for 1 Thursdays.

As for today's game, the Padres are 2-0 to start the season. Doing great so far, but there are still 160 games left.

[rei_a]

I could never really get down with football or baseball. I'm a soccer fan, myself. Liverpool, woo!

[xrickyb86x]

I know I'm alone but I'm a hockey guy.

[allyourblood]

i guess i should elaborate (or maybe i'd better not, since you guys are huge sportsfans). while i really don't care for any sports, baseball is merely okay.

i'll play a few of 'em, but i watching them is hard.

[ahou]

well I'd figure that since san diego is a military town, there is probably many here that can or knows someone who has access to purchase stuff at the exchange.

I just got a sales flier in the mail from the MCX advertising a premium xbox 360 at $299. So me and my pops went down to the miramar exchange to pick one up but the sales associate pointed at the date of April 11-22, foolish of us not to notice the date haha. But anyway, seems like a great deal for a premium and of course no tax!

and on a side note, miramar has two PS3s in stock, each bundled with free HDMI cords

[orimental]

I lurve the exchange (when I do choose to go there, of course). I picked up a 2GB nano and the nike+ sport kit for $160. I'm going to have to go there more often because my ID is going to expire soon (when I turn 23).

BTW, the new Comissary on 32nd is going to open on 4/20. Man, I remember when they first opened up the current one years ago and now they've already built a new one and opening that.

[MarkMan]

^^ Same here!

I remember the old small one before the McDonalds Express too...

[sonicbooom]

A premium 360 for $299 is the best deal I've ever seen for a 360.

I used to go on base at Miramar a lot in the past. Buying gas, buying cigarettes, buying groceries, buying stuff at the exchange. What a luxury.

Too bad everybody who had ID is over 23 now so I can't get on anymore, and everyone that joined the military got stationed somewhere else. Hard for me to go now.

[paz9x]

if any of you want to buy the 360's at miramar pm me, ill take you on base.

[RiCeBo1]

if any of you want to buy the 360's at miramar pm me, ill take you on base.
You think they will have the Elite ones?

[sonicbooom]

NFL schedule unveiled today...

Sept. 9 Chicago 1:15 p.m. Fox
Sept. 16 at New England 5:15 p.m. NBC
Sept. 23 at Green Bay 10 a.m. CBS
Sept. 30 Kansas City 1:15 p.m. CBS
Oct. 7 at Denver 1:15 p.m. CBS
Oct. 14 Oakland 1:15 p.m. CBS
Oct. 21 OFF
Oct. 28 Houston 1:05 p.m. CBS
Nov. 4 at Minnesota 10 a.m. CBS
Nov. 11 Indianapolis 5:15 p.m. NBC
Nov. 18 at Jacksonville 10 a.m. CBS
Nov. 25 Baltimore 1:15 p.m. CBS
Dec. 2 at Kansas City 10 a.m. CBS
Dec. 9 at Tennessee 10 a.m. CBS
Dec. 16 Detroit 1:15 p.m. Fox
Dec. 24 Denver 5 p.m. ESPN
Dec. 30 at Oakland 1:15 p.m. CBS

Only three night games. Would have thought there would have been more.

I want to go to the games vs Chicago, Indy, Baltimore, and Denver.. hopefully I get to go to at least one.

[paz9x]

You think they will have the Elite ones?
no idea. but the offer stands.

[RiCeBo1]

no idea. but the offer stands.
Would be nice if you can check after the 29th to see if they do have it

[paz9x]

Would be nice if you can check after the 29th to see if they do have it
i dont ever go into the exchange there, feel free to call them.

[RiCeBo1]

Bought GH2 for $79.99 at Mission Valley's Costco. If you loved the first one, you'll love the 2nd one even more. Very addicting game :)

Oh yeah, I also saw a lot of DS bundles there for $170. Any color :)

[DQT]

Did anyone read this article on kotaku? http://kotaku.com/gaming/madden/fans-want-madden-coverboy-dropped-fear-the-curse-252780.php
The whole thing is moot now, but after the whole Devil May Cry 4 thing, it surprises me that there actually was a worthwhile video game related petition. :)

[orimental]

I wish EA would put the Pats on the cover.

[paz9x]

I wish EA would put the Pats on the cover.
as long as lt stays off the cover im good.

[splattered]

Anyone have any idea where to get a Wii in san diego besides craigslist? I heard costco got in a bunch of bundles last week but sold out of them relatively quickly...

[paz9x]

Anyone have any idea where to get a Wii in san diego besides craigslist? I heard costco got in a bunch of bundles last week but sold out of them relatively quickly...
x2. frys mark-up is ridiculous.

[Ma12kez]

Anyone have any idea where to get a Wii in san diego besides craigslist? I heard costco got in a bunch of bundles last week but sold out of them relatively quickly...Best Buy and Circuit City should have Wii shipments this Sunday (4/22) according to Speedy's thread. Just get there early, or camp out if you really want one.

[splattered]

Shaweeeet.

With my luck i'll go to best buy and circuit city will only get them or vice versa

haha

[paz9x]

not sure if i should head to tru or bb for a wii. bb is close but its crazy busy, think tru might be a better bet.

[sonicbooom]

Anyone try the new Wendy's Steakhouse Double Melt? Is it good/worth it?

[DQT]

Anyone try the new Wendy's Steakhouse Double Melt? Is it good/worth it?


Are there any coupons or deals for it? I remember getting 2 Carl's Jr. Philly cheesesteak burgers for 3 bucks for me and my dad. It was good but I thought I was going to have a stroke because there was so much meat.

If anyone tries it, I'd like to know too.

[orimental]

So I went to the "World's Largest Commissary" earlier today. I went around 2:20ish and it was mad packed. At least it was pretty busy for a Monday afternoon, but I guess it's expected since it's only been a couple days since it opened.

It's like they gutted a Costco and stuck a Commissary inside. All shelf tags (even those in the freezer sections), except the fresh produce, have been replaced with LCD tags, so that was a nice touch. I know that they've been used in other places, but this is the first time I saw them in SD. Let me know if there are any other places in SD that use them.

Two entrances: one for main shoppers and another on the other side for "grab-n-go" shopping. There's a cooking lession station in Produce. The layout of the store itself is pretty familiar. It's laid out just like the old one but backwards, if you get what I mean. Instead of starting out on the right side of the store and making your way left (if you're facing it), you enter on the left and make your way to the right.

[sonicbooom]

Who's been to EL Cotixan on Genesee Ave and Balboa? I have. Been a few years though. It's a good place. Busy late at night.

[sonicbooom]

That's one of the few places i miss from being away from SD. What part of SD are you from?
Mira Mesa. I know spots all over SD. I just don't go all around the city like I used to.

[stalfosking]

Who's been to EL Cotixan on Genesee Ave and Balboa?

Was there last week, had some Cotixan fries :) Very good food, my gf loves their lunch burrito.

[paz9x]

i primarily, go to sombreros, when im home (scripps ranch) or ernestos when im at work (national city)

[bthamilton]

Who's been to EL Cotixan on Genesee Ave and Balboa?

Like Charliee, I've been to Cotixan, but not for a few years. I used to live in C-mont, but now I'm in La Mesa. My local favorite is Rosendo's on El Cajon Boulevard. It's pretty solid, but I still miss my Roberto's California Burrito on Clairemont Drive...

Also, Sombrero is always a good bet.

[halu102]

Hey guys, long time no see. Haha, still talking about food I see.

I have a story to tell about Cotixan's (specifically the one on Terra Nova). For those with weak stomachs, please do not read.

Well... I ordered a Coxington's Lunch Burrito (basically a breakfast burrito with meat)... to go. I was starving and immediately took out the burrito. I took a couple bites, then on the third or fourth there was a distinct crunch. And it so happened to be a bit of an egg shell. I thought, hmm prolly just 1, no matter. Then I took another bite and so happens to be the same thing. After closer inspection I found several large pieces of egg shells, about the size of my fingernail wedged inside along with the egg. And to top it off, there was two eyelashes embedded in the cheese. I was thinking "fuck this" and promptly threw it in the trash and rinsed my mouth with water. Either someone was new, or someone was playing a joke. Either way, I will never eat at Coxington's again. (couple weeks later ordered again... thankfully no eggshells or eyelashes).

Haven't been here for a while, and unfortunately haven't gotten much play time out of my DS. I also tried out the Puzzle Quest demo. After several hours I managed to pry myself away from it's tempting gameplay. Hopefully, or rather not, places around here would restock on that game. I was thinking either that or Pokemon (I do love 'em Pocket Monsters).

I also thought I'd have a Wii by now, and by looking at previous posts, they seems very scarce as well. But so far none of the games spark my interest. I'm just going to wait until there's a good game, and I mean a really "good" game for the wii.

end rant.

[allyourblood]

i'm on the fence as to whether or not i should sell my Wii. i haven't touched it in 2-3 months (SPM be damned!), and i could pretty much recoup the entire amount i spent. this thing needs some games... like now.

[sonicbooom]

i'm on the fence as to whether or not i should sell my Wii. i haven't touched it in 2-3 months (SPM be damned!), and i could pretty much recoup the entire amount i spent. this thing needs some games... like now. You're right about it needing games.. that's why I didn't buy one. I thought about it, and the Wii sports games seem kind of lame after a while, and the only game I would buy is Zelda.

I thought of what kind of games that would be made in the future for the Wii, and really think there won't be anything worth it for me.

And I'm buying a Steakhouse Double Melt for dinner tonight. I love swiss and mushroom burgers. Take a look at this shit..

http://wendys.com/food/Product.jsp?family=1&product=284

Not too unhealthy for a double patty burger, either. Only 700 calories.

[halu102]

i'm on the fence as to whether or not i should sell my Wii. i haven't touched it in 2-3 months (SPM be damned!), and i could pretty much recoup the entire amount i spent. this thing needs some games... like now.
Yeah, that's exactly why I didn't get one in the first place. Even my college friends kept asking if I was getting one. And here we are months later still with no Wii in sight. They got over it pretty fast I'd say. Although I admit to having fun back during the Holday season at my friend's house playing the Wii, I think I would've had more fun playing "real" boxing and getting beat up badly instead of the unresponsive Wii boxing. If I were you and could get my money back, I would do so. But that's just me. My DS gives more than enough good company. However I still own a ps2 and haven't even touched the next generation yet, but I feel content so far.

[mkm1998]

Hey, nice to see some San Diegans here.

I'm living in RB, but I'm not 84 years old, I swear.

Anyways, I was wondering if anyone is having any luck locating Guitar Hero 2 for the 360. Fry's, Best Buys, Circuit City, all sold out. The nearest Gamestop was Santee! Anyone know of a place in North County that has it in stock?


ok, and I have to ask: chaarlieee, who is that in your avatar pic?

[Ma12kez]

I haven't touched it in 2-3 monthsSame here. It's a good party system though, but that's about it. I don't even remember the last time I turned it on. I'll have to give it about a year until I start making assumptions that it'll turn out like the Gamecube.

[bthamilton]

I just bought Paper Mario yesterday. It's not bad. It's not your average Mario game and it definitely isn't particularly hard so far. However, it seems pretty solid and is enjoyable to just sit down and play. In fact, my wife has taken over the Wii tonight because she thought it looked cool.

I'm defnitely glad I have a Wii, but I've now had it for several months and have really only played Zelda, rented a couple of o.k. games, and just bought Mario (oh yeah, I have Trauma Center for the wife, but that doesn't count). Then again, the same goes for the PS3. I only have Resistance. I've actually spent way more time playing God of War 2 on it than any PS3 game.

By the way, the eye lash and egg burrito story was pretty nasty.

Any of you guys ever eat at Elsa's Kitchen (formerly Petro's) on El Cajon Boulevard? Their gyros are amazing.

[RiCeBo1]

Who's been to EL Cotixan on Genesee Ave and Balboa?
I always go there, if you read a couple of pages back, I mention how I absolutely adore their carne asada fries.

BTW, I'm in the Linda Vista area, so go me :lol:

Hey, nice to see some San Diegans here.

I'm living in RB, but I'm not 84 years old, I swear.

Anyways, I was wondering if anyone is having any luck locating Guitar Hero 2 for the 360. Fry's, Best Buys, Circuit City, all sold out. The nearest Gamestop was Santee! Anyone know of a place in North County that has it in stock?


ok, and I have to ask: chaarlieee, who is that in your avatar pic?
I got mine at the Costco in Mission Valley, but feel free to check out the Costco in Carmel Mtn. Most likely they do have them and it should be $79.99. Hope this helped :)

[sonicbooom]

I always go there, if you read a couple of pages back, I mention how I absolutely adore their carne asada fries.

BTW, I'm in the Linda Vista area, so go me :lol:


I got mine at the Costco in Mission Valley, but feel free to check out the Costco in Carmel Mtn. Most likely they do have them and it should be $79.99. Hope this helped :)
I heard that the Linda Vista McDonalds has dollar nuggets back on Tuesdays.

[RiCeBo1]

I heard that the Linda Vista McDonalds has dollar nuggets back on Tuesdays.
Yessir, but I rarely go there anymore.

[paz9x]

I heard that the Linda Vista McDonalds has dollar nuggets back on Tuesdays.
good stuff. i miss the .39 cheeseburgers.
on a mcdonalds note, i finally saw super size me last night. wow is all i can say.

[sonicbooom]

I think the .39 cent cheeseburgers (or .69 cent cheeseburgers) are back at the Linda Vista McDonalds too.

[sonicbooom]

good stuff. i miss the .39 cheeseburgers.
on a mcdonalds note, i finally saw super size me last night. wow is all i can say. Nah, Super Size Me is bullshit. The guy eats like 5000 calories a day at McDonalds, he was obviously going to gain weight. They proved why fat, lazy Americans are fat, but not everybody in the country is fat and lazy.

Manage your calories and/or work out and you can eat whatever you want. That's how I am.

I think there was another documentary that came out that countered Super Size Me where a lady ate McDonalds everyday and lost weight.



By the way, is anybody interested in buying a HiDef 30" Widescreen CRT? $400 picked up, negotiable. Have to let me know soon if interested.

[stalfosking]

i'm on the fence as to whether or not i should sell my Wii. i haven't touched it in 2-3 months (SPM be damned!), and i could pretty much recoup the entire amount i spent. this thing needs some games... like now.

I've actually been playing mine quite regularly. During times when there isn't something new coming out that I want, I'll pick up a VC game. I think I actually own more VC games than I do Wii games but a lot of that has to do with the fact that they don't cost as much. Its been great being able to play games like Link to the Past and Punch-Out!! again.

[Iron Clad Burrito]

What's the best place in town for electronics? Specifically an iPod... I know Costco is good because of an ultraliberal return policy... the Apple store offers .mil discounts... and no tax at the exchange... any other options? Or is online ordering the way to go here?

[RiCeBo1]

What's the best place in town for electronics? Specifically an iPod... I know Costco is good because of an ultraliberal return policy... the Apple store offers .mil discounts... and no tax at the exchange... any other options? Or is online ordering the way to go here?
Hate to burst your bubble but Costco's return policy have changed on certain electronics such as iPods, TV's, LCD monitors, etc. (but not games). They now only have a 90 day return policy, so once it's past 90 days you have to keep it. But they are good because they basically help knock off the tax plus you can return it anytime within those 90 days.

[halu102]

Well, I submitted to my pathetic pokemon lover inside me and got pokemans yesterday. btw, anyone else got this game? Don't be shy :D

[DQT]

Nah, Super Size Me is bullshit. The guy eats like 5000 calories a day at McDonalds, he was obviously going to gain weight. They proved why fat, lazy Americans are fat, but not everybody in the country is fat and lazy.

Manage your calories and/or work out and you can eat whatever you want. That's how I am.

I think there was another documentary that came out that countered Super Size Me where a lady ate McDonalds everyday and lost weight.


What bothered me was that the guy was proving what everyone knows. It's pointless. What he should have done was eat a whole bunch of carbohydrates for a whole month and showed what happened afterwards.

[stalfosking]

Well, I submitted to my pathetic pokemon lover inside me and got pokemans yesterday. btw, anyone else got this game? Don't be shy :D

Yeah I got my copy of Pearl in the mail yesterday. Only played for a couple hours so I'm not too far along yet.

[halu102]

What bothered me was that the guy was proving what everyone knows. It's pointless. What he should have done was eat a whole bunch of carbohydrates for a whole month and showed what happened afterwards.
Yeah, I can pretty much eat anything myself. What keeps me from growing into the marshmallow man is just moderation. And this varies with everyone. Some people are blessed with high metabolism throughout most of their life, some are not. Yummy, thunder thighs. Anyways, I also think that some of those advertised diets were bogus. Especially the Atkin's one. The less carbohydrates you take in, the less water you retain. It's just water lost from your muscle mass. The best "diet" I think is the plain old simple excercise and watching what you eat, according to your body's specifications.

[sonicbooom]

There was a lot of talk yesterday that The Burner is going to be traded for at least a first rounder this year. Looks like we'll see in a few hours...

[RiCeBo1]

There was a lot of talk yesterday that The Burner is going to be traded for at least a first rounder this year. Looks like we'll see in a few hours...
What were you doing up at 4 in the morning?!

[xrickyb86x]

He's not eating 5000 calories a day on purpose, that's just what's in the food he's getting. He's getting the shit that tastes good that we all get from there. I don't think his point was to show how much weight he gained that was just a small portion of his health problems. The fact that his liver was fucked and he doubled his chances of heart disease was fucking astonishing. Sure he gained weight but we all knew he would. Like I said, that wasn't even half of his point.

I thought the movie was awesome. He didn't just eat McDonals for 30 days he interviewed doctors and normal fast food eaters for some facts and opinions.

Whether you get fat from fast food or not depends on your metabolism and exercise. Even if you stay skinny, you're still putting pure shit (good tasting shit) down your throat. But that kind of goes for any food that's quick and easy.

With that being said... I'm thinking about eating Carls Jr. today.

[allyourblood]

i had the Chicken Katsu plate from Da Kine's today. man, i love that stuff.

[sonicbooom]

He's not eating 5000 calories a day on purpose, that's just what's in the food he's getting. He's getting the shit that tastes good that we all get from there. I don't think his point was to show how much weight he gained that was just a small portion of his health problems. The fact that his liver was fucked and he doubled his chances of heart disease was fucking astonishing. Sure he gained weight but we all knew he would. Like I said, that wasn't even half of his point.

I thought the movie was awesome. He didn't just eat McDonals for 30 days he interviewed doctors and normal fast food eaters for some facts and opinions.

Whether you get fat from fast food or not depends on your metabolism and exercise. Even if you stay skinny, you're still putting pure shit (good tasting shit) down your throat. But that kind of goes for any food that's quick and easy.

With that being said... I'm thinking about eating Carls Jr. today.
lol, he wasn't eating 5000 calories on purpose? Yes he was. He was trying to prove a point.

[sonicbooom]

i had the Chicken Katsu plate from Da Kine's today. man, i love that stuff. I don't like it there. The food is good, but portions are too small for the price compared to L&L and Da Kitchen.

And if you haven't gone to Da Kitchen, go there instead if you're looking for a "Da Kines" type restaurant.

[RiCeBo1]

Ugh...I think we should've took Dwayne Jarrett with our 1st round pick instead of Craig Davis!!

[paz9x]

Ugh...I think we should've took Dwayne Jarrett with our 1st round pick instead of Craig Davis!!
well lets see, hes taken lt, drew brees, kaeding, and merriman, he knows things we dont know =)
but yea, id have preferred dwayne jarret, we oculd use a player like him.
im betting we get a diamond or 2 in the later rounds.

[allyourblood]

I don't like it there. The food is good, but portions are too small for the price compared to L&L and Da Kitchen.

And if you haven't gone to Da Kitchen, go there instead if you're looking for a "Da Kines" type restaurant.

their cuts of meat always seem fattier (is that a word?). Da Kine's tends to use really nice, white chicken.

to be honest, i only ever order like 3 different things from Da Kine's, so i don't know how their portions are overall, but the "regular" order of the Chicken Katsu is two huge chicken filets (or whatever you call them), 2 portions of rice, and macaroni salad. i always end up having to finish it in two sittings.

[sonicbooom]

well lets see, hes taken lt, drew brees, kaeding, and merriman, he knows things we dont know =)
but yea, id have preferred dwayne jarret, we oculd use a player like him.
im betting we get a diamond or 2 in the later rounds. Someone AJ drafted is a diamond. I REALLY like Eric Weddle. I was hoping Robert Meachem would drop to 30, but from what I've been reading, Buster Davis is going to be one of those gems that AJ finds. He didn't put up big stats, but supposedly Peyton Manning knows him and the Colts really wanted him.

[bthamilton]

their cuts of meat always seem fattier (is that a word?). Da Kine's tends to use really nice, white chicken.

to be honest, i only ever order like 3 different things from Da Kine's, so i don't know how their portions are overall, but the "regular" order of the Chicken Katsu is two huge chicken filets (or whatever you call them), 2 portions of rice, and macaroni salad. i always end up having to finish it in two sittings.

I love L&L's chicken katsu, but it does seem a little on the fatty side. Where is Da Kines? I've never heard of it. (I'm in La Mesa).

[xrickyb86x]

lol, he wasn't eating 5000 calories on purpose? Yes he was. He was trying to prove a point.

You can easily do over 1200+ calories on one combo meal, I mean, depending on the meal. Think about it, one McMuffin combo, a quarter pounder combo, and maybe a big n tasy or some shit for dinner. That's not on purpose. He's eating what people always eat. No one goes to McDonalds for a salad and a glass of water.

[paz9x]

Someone AJ drafted is a diamond. I REALLY like Eric Weddle. I was hoping Robert Meachem would drop to 30, but from what I've been reading, Buster Davis is going to be one of those gems that AJ finds. He didn't put up big stats, but supposedly Peyton Manning knows him and the Colts really wanted him.
? maybe im missing something, but davis went to the cards.
and yea, i think that guy is money. he went so low because hes a shorter guy, but hes all over the field. hes going to be a player.

[sonicbooom]

? maybe im missing something, but davis went to the cards.
and yea, i think that guy is money. he went so low because hes a shorter guy, but hes all over the field. hes going to be a player.
Craig Davis' nickname is Buster.

[sonicbooom]

You can easily do over 1200+ calories on one combo meal, I mean, depending on the meal. Think about it, one McMuffin combo, a quarter pounder combo, and maybe a big n tasy or some shit for dinner. That's not on purpose. He's eating what people always eat. No one goes to McDonalds for a salad and a glass of water.I'd have to watch it again. From what I remember, he would FORCE himself to eat even when he was full. And from what I remember, he didn't just get single combo meals, he got a little more--and that was from every meal.

Plus, my girl goes to McDonalds (and other places) for just a salad and water. So don't assume that nobody goes to McDonalds and wants to eat light... :lol:

[sonicbooom]

I love L&L's chicken katsu, but it does seem a little on the fatty side. Where is Da Kines? I've never heard of it. (I'm in La Mesa). L&L is the best place for the usual fast food experience.

Da Kines is more of a sit down restaurant with a nice atmosphere, but the portions are way smaller for about the same price or more than L&L (which is why I don't there). I only tried the hamburger steak and chicken katsu, which looks and tastes pretty much the same everywhere else, but the macaroni salad is the only difference I saw from L&L and Da Kitchen. It's in Mira Mesa next to Target. Wider range of food to choose from.

Da Kitchen is in Scripps right off of Carrol Canyon Rd. on the 15. It's right next to Carls Jr. Their portions are similar to L&L but a slightly higher price. It is a nicer place to eat. There is a much wider range of food to choose from. Probably everybody's favorite restaurant when it comes to eating at a nicer sit down hawaiian place.

[paz9x]

Craig Davis' nickname is Buster.
confusing since another players actual name is buster davis.

well see how our davis works out. if he can stretch the d and give another deep threat it should help safetys from automatically rolling over to gates.
which would be awesome, even though he made half those long plays doubled up.

im very excited for this season, it should be an interesting one.

[sonicbooom]

confusing since another players actual name is buster davis.

well see how our davis works out. if he can stretch the d and give another deep threat it should help safetys from automatically rolling over to gates.
which would be awesome, even though he made half those long plays doubled up.

im very excited for this season, it should be an interesting one. Yeah, I know about the real Buster Davis. But get used to hearing Buster instead of Craig since that's his nickname.

[RiCeBo1]

The Pats are fucking dirty. I bet you they didn't even want to draft Merriweather, but because we were considering him, they took him instead. Fuck the Pats, I hate them more and more.

[sonicbooom]

The Pats are fucking dirty. I bet you they didn't even want to draft Merriweather, but because we were considering him, they took him instead. Fuck the Pats, I hate them more and more.
Weddle will be a better player. I'm telling you, he's going to be a good one. I'm glad we got him. I was hoping Reggie Nelson would fall, but we still got a good safety.

[bthamilton]

L&L is the best place for the usual fast food experience.

Da Kines is more of a sit down restaurant with a nice atmosphere, but the portions are way smaller for about the same price or more than L&L (which is why I don't there). I only tried the hamburger steak and chicken katsu, which looks and tastes pretty much the same everywhere else, but the macaroni salad is the only difference I saw from L&L and Da Kitchen. It's in Mira Mesa next to Target. Wider range of food to choose from.

Da Kitchen is in Scripps right off of Carrol Canyon Rd. on the 15. It's right next to Carls Jr. Their portions are similar to L&L but a slightly higher price. It is a nicer place to eat. There is a much wider range of food to choose from. Probably everybody's favorite restaurant when it comes to eating at a nicer sit down hawaiian place.

Thanks man.

By the way, Morgan Spurlock can't possibly be a real man. I mean, I lost ALL respect for him when he threw up after eating that one combo meal. That was pathetic.

[xrickyb86x]

Dude seriously, when I've gone on my "no fast food at all" rampages and then 4 months later eat a big mac or something... I feel like dying. It's not a good feeling AT ALL. Maybe I'm alone on that, I don't know. Last time I went about 2 months without any fast food or just nasty ass foods in general, then I went out of town, went to Jack in the Box because it was close and the only thing open at midnight, bought a jumbo jack and two tacos... Puked it up in the hotel about 20 minutes later. From what I remember Spurlock was pretty much vegan because his wife was. Imagine going from salads and tofu to a Quarter Pounder in a day. I'm sure your stomach will hate you.

I always give in to shitty fast food though. It's good as fuck in a very sick way.

[halu102]

Yeah, I can understand that. To me, hamburgers are a necessary evil.

Although, I can't say that I have gone on a fast food diet for a very long time. But when I was a kid, trying hamburgers for the first time, I couldn't handle them. But now... it's a different story.

[RiCeBo1]

Why are we still talking so much about food? :lol:

[Ma12kez]

Anyone planning on attending San Diego Comic-Con 2007 (http://www.comic-con.org/cci/)? I'm hoping to get some of those days off to go. I got to meet Snoop Dogg:-k last year (of all places), saw Samuel L. Jackson run by, walked past Rosario Dawson, and was able to snag a bunch of free stuff. But man did it stink in some areas.

[DQT]

Anyone planning on attending San Diego Comic-Con 2007 (http://www.comic-con.org/cci/)? I'm hoping to get some of those days off to go. I got to meet Snoop Dogg:-k last year (of all places), saw Samuel L. Jackson run by, walked past Rosario Dawson, and was able to snag a bunch of free stuff. But man did it stink in some areas.

Yeah, I'll probably go again. I really want to go on the the least populated day possible.

And halu, cool trainer card, is that your current party?

[Ma12kez]

Yeah, I'll probably go again. I really want to go on the the least populated day possible.Yeah it was packed on Fri/Sat. You had to literally push people to walk around the exhibit hall. The cool thing was that last year, there was a good amount of video game related stuff than there ever was. Hopefully it'll have even more.

[DQT]

Definitely. Nintendo had a cool stylish booth but I didn't get any swag. Got a memory stick though, even though I don't even have a PSP.

[orimental]

The least crowded days are probably Thursday and Sunday. Sunday is great for buying crap because you get some cool deals if you haggle enough. Vendors would rather sell off everything they have than have to schlep or ship it back home.

Friday and Saturday are always the busiest days since that's when the major celebs come to pimp their films. If you're 21 and up, I suggest hitting some of the bars & clubs in the Gaslamp at night because some of the celebs are known to hang out there after hours. I remember Elijah Wood was at the Yardhouse one year. Just don't go walking in with your giant Tokyopop bag.

What games do you guys think Ninty is going to demo this year? I remember you could play Twilight Princess for the Gamecube last year if you waited in line long enough. Maybe we'll see some Mario Galaxy action? Square will probably at least bring video of FFXIII and Sony should have some PS3 action happening. They might even have some Eye of Judgment going on since SDCC likes to hold all of those card tournaments.

As for the stank odor in the air... Uh, bring one of those car air fresheners that you hang on your rear view mirror and put it around your neck? It's like that Simpsons ep where Marge makes all of the kids wear flea collars because it's just easier that way. SDCC should really get Axe or Tag to be like a sponsor so they hand out trial sizes in the freebie bag when you get your pass. It gets really nasty down in the showroom. I swear, it smelled like vomit everywhere you went. I don't know how all of these hotel rooms get booked completely during the first few hours that registration is open for SDCC dates and yet, everyone still seems to smell like ass.

Saturday is going to be my busiest day. I'm probably going to spend most of the day in Ballroom 20 for the big TV/movie panels then there's Masquerade at night.

[sonicbooom]

Anyone planning on attending San Diego Comic-Con 2007 (http://www.comic-con.org/cci/)? I'm hoping to get some of those days off to go. I got to meet Snoop Dogg:-k last year (of all places), saw Samuel L. Jackson run by, walked past Rosario Dawson, and was able to snag a bunch of free stuff. But man did it stink in some areas.
Do you know what celebs are going this year?

[sonicbooom]

Did anyone feel the earthquake today? It happened around 3:50pm for about five seconds.

I was ready to run out of my house...

[Iron Clad Burrito]

...no? And I was sitting right here in this chair...

[Ma12kez]

Do you know what celebs are going this year?I haven't looked it up yet, but supposedly some cast members from the NBC show "Heroes" are going to be there.

[sonicbooom]

...no? And I was sitting right here in this chair...
Most people probably wouldn't have even noticed. I know there have been a bunch of earthquakes that lasted for a few seconds that I never noticed.

[halu102]

I haven't looked it up yet, but supposedly some cast members from the NBC show "Heroes" are going to be there.
HIROS! I just love that show. Maybe it was just me but Future Hiro looked like a douche.

Drumline ftw.

[RiCeBo1]

Just got back from the 7:00 showing of Spider-Man 3 at UltraStar Cinemas in Mission Valley (Hazard Center) and I must say the movie was fucking awesome!! If you can't find a place that isn't sold out go to UltraStar (they even use DLP technology!!). I bought my tickets yesterday in advance already but when I got there around 6 tickets weren't even sold out yet! Just a heads up for you guys that want to see it but can't get tickets to it.

[Iron Clad Burrito]

That's a pretty good theater... might be a well-kept secret. I saw the last Harry potter there.

[DQT]

That's a pretty good theater... might be a well-kept secret. I saw the last Harry potter there.

Don't they have matinee shows for 5 bucks there?

[Iron Clad Burrito]

Don't they have matinee shows for 5 bucks there?
Some, $5.50, it looks like.

http://www.ultrastarmovies.com/LocationPricing.htm#sandiego

[FFMooglestar]

That's a pretty good theater... might be a well-kept secret. I saw the last Harry potter there.

I enjoy that theater as well. I saw Clerks 2 there on opening night, and again the following night as Kevin Smith did a Q&A afterwards.

[RiCeBo1]

Ultra Star is now my new to-go theatre for big movies :)

[bthamilton]

Ultra Star is now my new to-go theatre for big movies :)

Wow, all this time I thought that theater was only showing older and indie movies.

I heard Spiderman 3 blows. What do you guys think?

[allyourblood]

Wow, all this time I thought that theater was only showing older and indie movies.

I heard Spiderman 3 blows. What do you guys think?
i have no intention of watching it. i thought the first movie just plain sucked (bring on the flames!) and the bits that i saw of the second one kept me from viewing it in its entirety. my wife saw SM3 and seemed to enjoy it. my brother and a close friend have also seen it and they liked it as well.

for me, nothing beats the 1989 Batman.

all these huge CG effects nowadays can take a flying leap. i came to watch a live-action flick, not a cartoon! to my eyes, it looks as bad as all the cheesy green-screen stuff from the past.

[sonicbooom]

Who's been to a lil popular japanese resturant called Niban on Clairemont Mesa?
Everybody has been there.

[sonicbooom]

Just got back from the 7:00 showing of Spider-Man 3 at UltraStar Cinemas in Mission Valley (Hazard Center) and I must say the movie was fucking awesome!! If you can't find a place that isn't sold out go to UltraStar (they even use DLP technology!!). I bought my tickets yesterday in advance already but when I got there around 6 tickets weren't even sold out yet! Just a heads up for you guys that want to see it but can't get tickets to it. Yeah, the Ultrastar in Poway has at least two DLP theaters (I only looked at two theater doors, and both had said those theaters were DLP).

Also, Mira Mesa Edwards just opened an IMAX theater.

And I just got back from watching the De La Hoya-Mayweather fight. It was fucking gay.

I watched Spiderman 3 after the fight. It was ok. Seemed to drag at the end though. I haven't watched the first two, so I don't know how those movies were like.

[RiCeBo1]

Wow, all this time I thought that theater was only showing older and indie movies.

I heard Spiderman 3 blows. What do you guys think?
Spider-Man 3 in fact does not blow. It's a really good movie if you're a fan of Spider-Man alone. But let me warn you that the movie does have some parts in it that will make you go "WTF?" but all in all it's a great movie.

BTW, anyone see any copies of THP8 for PS3 at any Costcos? Preferably the Mission Valley or Morena one?

[MarkMan]

I thought Spider-Man 3 was hilarious, but I was dissapointed as it ended... I still like the first movie out of the three... I was thinking about taking my daughter to watch it but seems like she might get freaked out at some parts...

If anyone is going to watch it(and hasn't yet) I suggest catching it in IMAX at Edward's in Mira Mesa...

[sonicbooom]

I went to minicamp today. It was packed. And it was hot as hell.

The crowd:

http://img292.imageshack.us/img292/5201/36308341vh2.jpg

Our new starting ILB's:

http://img513.imageshack.us/img513/574/23716183fj0.jpg

Our future starting ILB's (they are BUILT. I hope they turn out to be good players):

http://img477.imageshack.us/img477/7144/64773442jf9.jpg

Can't give much analysis since I ran into a lot of people I haven't seen in a while.

Merriman, EP, and Turner didn't practice.

Weddle looked pretty good out there. Broke up some passes.

Kaeding was nailing all of his field goals. I don't know if he attempted one farther than 40 though.

VJ and Malcolm Floyd looked great.

I also asked about tickets. I don't know if the guy was bull****ting or not, but he said that there won't be any 3 game packs this season. Also said that there might not be any single tickets and if there are any, it'll be $75-$100.

[paz9x]

well i had some stuff stolen last night among it was a case of a bunch of psp games.
monster hunter
tiger woods 06
hot shots
xmen legends 2
syphon filter
loco roco
legend of heroes
there were some others that i cant remember currently.

anyhow if you see an ad or something for a group of these id apprecite a heads up.
they were stolen in scripps ranch.

[allyourblood]

well i had some stuff stolen last night among it was a case of a bunch of psp games.

anyhow if you see an ad or something for a group of these id apprecite a heads up.
they were stolen in scripps ranch.

sorry to hear that. i'll keep an eye out for sure.

[bthamilton]

i have no intention of watching it. i thought the first movie just plain sucked (bring on the flames!) and the bits that i saw of the second one kept me from viewing it in its entirety. my wife saw SM3 and seemed to enjoy it. my brother and a close friend have also seen it and they liked it as well.

for me, nothing beats the 1989 Batman.

all these huge CG effects nowadays can take a flying leap. i came to watch a live-action flick, not a cartoon! to my eyes, it looks as bad as all the cheesy green-screen stuff from the past.

The 1989 Batman was great. Jack Nicholson is just so awesome in that one. Batman Begins was pretty good, but not quite up to par with the original. I am anxious for the next one to come out.

As far as super hero movies go, I'm not too hard to please. Yeah, Catwoman was unbelievably bad, and Fantastic 4 didn't do it for me, but I've enjoyed the first two Spidermen so far.

[xrickyb86x]

Spiderman 3 tried to cram like 6 different stories into one. That was the only downside. All the stories seemed incomplete. They tried covering all these stories in to two hours...

The Harry vs. Peter thing
Sandman
Eddie Brock/Venom
MJ and Peter
Gwen and Peter
Spidey and Symbiote

They didn't explain where the symbiote came from and only kind of said what it was. The Eddie Brock and Sandman stuff was completely out of nowhere as far as Sandman's back story and Eddie vs Peter at the Bugle. Like, What disease did Sandman's daughter have? Sure he needed money but if she had AIDS (just being a dick) or some shit then that money aint gonna help.

Spidey had the symbiote suit for like what... Ten minutes of the entire movie?

It just felt like there were way too many holes.

[sonicbooom]

A terrible draft year for SD. They need a replacement LB for Donnie Edwards and still havent address the void in the WR department. D. Jarrett would have been a better fit. No he wouldn't have.

And the Chargers addressed everything they needed, except some OL/DL depth.

[paz9x]

while im a jarret fan, usc wr's hav e an abysmal track record for living up to expectations in the nfl.

[allyourblood]

Spiderman 3 tried to cram like 6 different stories into one. That was the only downside. All the stories seemed incomplete. They tried covering all these stories in to two hours...

The Harry vs. Peter thing
Sandman
Eddie Brock/Venom
MJ and Peter
Gwen and Peter
Spidey and Symbiote

They didn't explain where the symbiote came from and only kind of said what it was. The Eddie Brock and Sandman stuff was completely out of nowhere as far as Sandman's back story and Eddie vs Peter at the Bugle. Like, What disease did Sandman's daughter have? Sure he needed money but if she had AIDS (just being a dick) or some shit then that money aint gonna help.

Spidey had the symbiote suit for like what... Ten minutes of the entire movie?

It just felt like there were way too many holes.
you just gave away a bunch of the movie, THANKS!










just kidding. ;)

[Panda]

Just a small heads up.

For those are looking for Marvel vs. Capcom 2 for the PS2, Mira Mesa EB Games got a copy on the floor as of last night. The disk is clean. :)

[paz9x]

alright sd cags, i need some help.
im looking for a place to have sunday brunch on the 13th.
Humphrey's at $32 is my $ limit.
im leaning towards karl strauss, its $10 less, which leaves more money to buy the good beer. and ive had good luck with food at brewerys.
anyhow, does anybody have any experience at sd brunch spots?
any places theyd endorse?

[sonicbooom]

alright sd cags, i need some help.
im looking for a place to have sunday brunch on the 13th.
Humphrey's at $32 is my $ limit.
im leaning towards karl strauss, its $10 less, which leaves more money to buy the good beer. and ive had good luck with food at brewerys.
anyhow, does anybody have any experience at sd brunch spots?
any places theyd endorse?
$32 a person? $32 total? And what's it for?

[orimental]

It's usually a buffet brunch.

I was actually thinking about Sunday brunch myself with my family and I came across this site a while ago:

SD Sunday Brunch Master (http://www.sandiegosundaybrunchmaster.com/)

A lot of the places will have champagne flowing, FREE! You just have to check around.

[paz9x]

It's usually a buffet brunch.

I was actually thinking about Sunday brunch myself with my family and I came across this site a while ago:

SD Sunday Brunch Master (http://www.sandiegosundaybrunchmaster.com/)

A lot of the places will have champagne flowing, FREE! You just have to check around.
i checked his site out, sdro has a better listing.
i find personal opinions are more reliable and was hoping some sd cags had been to some.
also i havent found any reviews for the hotel brunches.
all the brunches ive been to are in orange county, so i have no idea wheres good down here.

and humphreys is $32 a person, which is my limit.
its going to kill me to pay $20+ for my 5 year old. though hell probably eat more than my wife, so itll even out.

[allyourblood]

why are there San Diego brunch-finding websites? that's just bizarre!

[stalfosking]

alright sd cags, i need some help.
im looking for a place to have sunday brunch on the 13th.
Humphrey's at $32 is my $ limit.
im leaning towards karl strauss, its $10 less, which leaves more money to buy the good beer. and ive had good luck with food at brewerys.
anyhow, does anybody have any experience at sd brunch spots?
any places theyd endorse?

Jake's Del Mar is pretty good for brunch. http://www.jakesdelmar.com/

I thinks thats probably the only place I've really been for brunch, but the food was great.

[RiCeBo1]

Ok, wtf is up with Best Buy selling things $2-$3 more than MSRP? I was there today because I was finally going to buy myself a Play & Charge kit for Xbox 360 and instead of it being $19.99, they have it priced at $22.99. Yes, it's $22.99, no joke. I also saw a couple of things having weird prices as well, such as $25.99 ($24.99 MSRP maybe) and $32.99. What's the deal?

[bthamilton]

Just a small heads up.

For those are looking for Marvel vs. Capcom 2 for the PS2, Mira Mesa EB Games got a copy on the floor as of last night. The disk is clean. :)

That is such a great game. I have it on the Dreamcast but haven't played it in years. That would make a great Xbox Live arcade game...

[bthamilton]

alright sd cags, i need some help.
im looking for a place to have sunday brunch on the 13th.
Humphrey's at $32 is my $ limit.
im leaning towards karl strauss, its $10 less, which leaves more money to buy the good beer. and ive had good luck with food at brewerys.
anyhow, does anybody have any experience at sd brunch spots?
any places theyd endorse?

The only place I've had brunch at was the Torrey Pines Hilton. It was a while ago, but I remember that it was good and the dining area was pretty sweet. (Nice view). Alternatively, you could try the Hometown Buffet in Santee...

[paz9x]

The only place I've had brunch at was the Torrey Pines Hilton. It was a while ago, but I remember that it was good and the dining area was pretty sweet. (Nice view). Alternatively, you could try the Hometown Buffet in Santee...
hometown, i remember liking it durign my highchool-college years. i went back a year or so ago with my brother, we didnt finish a plate. i cant believe how big a change, or atleast my tastes have changed.

[bthamilton]

hometown, i remember liking it durign my highchool-college years. i went back a year or so ago with my brother, we didnt finish a plate. i cant believe how big a change, or atleast my tastes have changed.

Have you guys ever eaten at the Panda Garden Buffet in Santee? It's sort of next to Wal-Mart and across from Costco. It's pretty solid for an Asian food buffet. It's got an o.k. salad bar and some sushi too.

[Ma12kez]

Hey guys. Just wondering if anyone could keep an eye out for :ps2: Raiden III whenever you need to make a quick stop to Wal-Mart. It's supposedly marked as $20, but the one I visited (off of Highland) didn't even carry the game. Let me know, thanks.

[orimental]

Does anyone here have any experience with the Samsung Blackjack or Cingular 8125? I've been off contract for about 2 years now, and I'm in the market for a new phone. Actually, I just want to use my school discount with Cingular before I graduate. People at howardforums have had no major qualms, quality wise. But I want to get an SD take on it, since I'll be using it here.

[RiCeBo1]

Does anyone here have any experience with the Samsung Blackjack or Cingular 8125? I've been off contract for about 2 years now, and I'm in the market for a new phone. Actually, I just want to use my school discount with Cingular before I graduate. People at howardforums have had no major qualms, quality wise. But I want to get an SD take on it, since I'll be using it here.
I'll let you know if you buy me one ;)

[sonicbooom]

I'm selling Rainbow Six Vegas for the 360 and a Goodfellas HD-DVD if anybody is interested. Let me know if you are.. I'm going to Vegas in three weeks and I need some extra cash since I spent too much during the past week.

[PMSingChicken]

I live in Santee and haven't been to that Panda Garden buffet place. How much is it? To lazy to check.

[bthamilton]

I live in Santee and haven't been to that Panda Garden buffet place. How much is it? To lazy to check.

It's $9.99 for dinner and cheaper for lunch..probably a buck or two less. Generally, I'm not much of a buffet fan, but you should check it out.

[MarkMan]

Hi... Comic Con is around the corner... and for you fighting game fans....

EVO West location announced!

www.sdtekken.com

[RiCeBo1]

Halo 3 Beta owns your socks

[FFMooglestar]

If Microsoft wasn't repairing my damn 360, I would be playing that Beta right now.

[halu102]

Hmm, am I the only one who still doesn't own a next-gen system? I'm still just skeptical about all the systems right now, and there aren't really any games that seem to fit what I'm into. I just haven't seen any system selling games, though from what people say about halo 3, it could change. However, I only had fun playing Halo with friends and yelling at each other threatening to buck futt them after owning em at deathmatch. But as far as I can see, Halo 3 seems like a better looking version of Halo 2 with a few "gimmicks". The online scene wouldn't be for me either, that "I slept with your mom and your ancestors from 1000 years ago" talk just gives me headaches.

[paz9x]

Hmm, am I the only one who still doesn't own a next-gen system? I'm still just skeptical about all the systems right now, and there aren't really any games that seem to fit what I'm into. I just haven't seen any system selling games, though from what people say about halo 3, it could change. However, I only had fun playing Halo with friends and yelling at each other threatening to buck futt them after owning em at deathmatch. But as far as I can see, Halo 3 seems like a better looking version of Halo 2 with a few "gimmicks". The online scene wouldn't be for me either, that "I slept with your mom and your ancestors from 1000 years ago" talk just gives me headaches.
if the beta is as good an idication as i think it is, halo 3 is substantially better than 2. the " gimmicks" are improvments, and good ones.

[bthamilton]

if the beta is as good an idication as i think it is, halo 3 is substantially better than 2. the " gimmicks" are improvments, and good ones.

Yeah, so far the beta has been pretty fun. The graphics are a nice upgrade and there are some cool, new features. I'm glad the assault rifle is back and the shotgun seems a little more powerful than usual. The new spike grenades are pretty cool...although I wish they had more throwing distance.

[sonicbooom]

Anyone go to the Mudd Club arcade in north county near Nickel City? I'm reading about it right now. Looks pretty cool. I'm thinking about checking it out next weekend.

Since MarkMan mentioned evo being downtown, I decided to play some CvS2. Got my ass beat by someone at Nickel City on Friday, but I suck badly on arcade stick and only do 50%-75% of what I can do on a controller. I just don't have the quickness and familiarity on an arcade stick the way I do with a controller.

Edit: I read that it isn't popular because prices are too high. Oh well. But I'll be going to Nickel City at least once a month now when I have nothing to do on weekends.

[halu102]

Anyone go to the Mudd Club arcade in north county near Nickel City? I'm reading about it right now. Looks pretty cool. I'm thinking about checking it out next weekend.

Since MarkMan mentioned evo being downtown, I decided to play some CvS2. Got my ass beat by someone at Nickel City on Friday, but I suck badly on arcade stick and only do 50%-75% of what I can do on a controller. I just don't have the quickness and familiarity on an arcade stick the way I do with a controller.

Edit: I read that it isn't popular because prices are too high. Oh well. But I'll be going to Nickel City at least once a month now when I have nothing to do on weekends.
Haven't been to an arcade in a while. Is Initial D still big? My friend was so addicted to that game, it just wasn't funny. Had a racing gang and everything...

[allyourblood]

i got together with some buddies for our 4-times-a-year (or so) Halo gathering. we played the Beta for about an hour, and then went back to Halo 2 for the next 6 hours.

it was fun, but didn't look very next-gen and the limited customization sent us back to the oldy. i'm sure we'll upgrade when the full version is available, but the Beta just didn't give me (or us) enough incentive to play it for very long.

it ran silky-smooth, though.

[RiCeBo1]

i got together with some buddies for our 4-times-a-year (or so) Halo gathering. we played the Beta for about an hour, and then went back to Halo 2 for the next 6 hours.

it was fun, but didn't look very next-gen and the limited customization sent us back to the oldy. i'm sure we'll upgrade when the full version is available, but the Beta just didn't give me (or us) enough incentive to play it for very long.

it ran silky-smooth, though.
Silky smooth, just not so next-gen graphics wise, but it's still fun as shit

[halu102]

Hey guys, I need opinions. Is it a prime time to get a wii this memorial day weekend?

And is the $40 off $200 coupon still in effect? and does it still apply to the Wii?

As for my interest in the system. Right now I'm not interested in any of the current Wii games. The only two games I would most likely be interested in is Smash Bros. and maybe Pokemon Battle Revo.

Should I get the wii this weekend? or is there nothing to worry about?

EDIT: Bleh, nvm, the coupon does not apply to consoles.

[FFMooglestar]

Just got a letter in the mail today from GameCrazy.

Looks like the store on East H St. is closing in the near future. If you guys have any credit at that store make sure to do something with it since the credit doesn't carry over to other stores. Sad to see the store go, but as someone who used to work there, it was really only a matter of time before that store closed down.

I'll probably go down there today or tomorrow to see if there is anything worth picking up with my credit. I'll also update with an exact last day of business if possible, unless someone finds out before me.

[halu102]

Wow sad to hear that. There wont be any clearanced items right?

And that place was the most convenient closest place for my video game needs... sigh...

[Warner1281]

Yeah, I've noticed quite a few GameCrazy closings recently. The one on Mira Mesa Blvd closed about a year ago. There's one by SDSU that just closed in the last couple of months. Apparently the one in Escondido is closing as well. There are still a bunch of them around (I have 3 of them here in El Cajon, all within 5 mins of my house), but it seems like they are slowly going the way of the dodo bird.

[paz9x]

Yeah, I've noticed quite a few GameCrazy closings recently. The one on Mira Mesa Blvd closed about a year ago. There's one by SDSU that just closed in the last couple of months. Apparently the one in Escondido is closing as well. There are still a bunch of them around (I have 3 of them here in El Cajon, all within 5 mins of my house), but it seems like they are slowly going the way of the dodo bird.
it would help if they were marginally organized. especially the one in national city, yard sales are organized better.
sucks , cause their pricing is better than eb/gs

[DQT]

Yeah, I've noticed quite a few GameCrazy closings recently. The one on Mira Mesa Blvd closed about a year ago. There's one by SDSU that just closed in the last couple of months. Apparently the one in Escondido is closing as well. There are still a bunch of them around (I have 3 of them here in El Cajon, all within 5 mins of my house), but it seems like they are slowly going the way of the dodo bird.

Which one? The one on University Blvd?

[RiCeBo1]

I've noticed the one on Sports Arena is also gone.

EDIT: Anyone know if any Gamestops/EBGames are hiring around San Diego? I need a new job for the summer, I'm thinking about quitting Sea World.

[bthamilton]

Hey guys,

My little bro is going to SDSU and is moving out of the dorms for the next year. He needs to get a good mattress for cheap. Any suggestions? I figured I'd send him up to Miramar Road for a good deal. Anyone know of anywhere better than that or a specific store? He needs delivery to his Mission Valley apartment.

On a videogame note, Odin Sphere is fantastic. Anyone looking for a sweet side-scrolling action RPG should go for it....and it runs fine on the PS3!

[paz9x]

Hey guys,

My little bro is going to SDSU and is moving out of the dorms for the next year. He needs to get a good mattress for cheap. Any suggestions? I figured I'd send him up to Miramar Road for a good deal. Anyone know of anywhere better than that or a specific store? He needs delivery to his Mission Valley apartment.

On a videogame note, Odin Sphere is fantastic. Anyone looking for a sweet side-scrolling action RPG should go for it....and it runs fine on the PS3!
try craigslist for a mattress. thats where i got one.

[DQT]

I've noticed the one on Sports Arena is also gone.

EDIT: Anyone know if any Gamestops/EBGames are hiring around San Diego? I need a new job for the summer, I'm thinking about quitting Sea World.

Really? Wouldn't you be taking a pay cut if you quit SeaWorld? Besides, I hear terrible things about working at games stores.

[RiCeBo1]

Really? Wouldn't you be taking a pay cut if you quit SeaWorld? Besides, I hear terrible things about working at games stores.
Yeah but I won't mind because if you compare the things you do at Sea World to the things you do in retail the difference is so much. It's like getting paid $9.00 to do a lot or get paid $7.50 or however much to do a lot less (like standing around until someone shows up and such). I rather take the $7.50 and do less lol.

[orimental]

I know that it's been around since the beginning of March and what not, but I just went to Yogurt World in Kearny Mesa for the first time. I have to say that it was pretty awesome. I love the Asian Peach and Tart Mango. Here's a tip for everyone: Fill to the brim with frozen yogurt and then add the toppings. What was once $0.38/oz. seemed more like $3.00/oz.

[RiCeBo1]

I know that it's been around since the beginning of March and what not, but I just went to Yogurt World in Kearny Mesa for the first time. I have to say that it was pretty awesome. I love the Asian Peach and Tart Mango. Here's a tip for everyone: Fill to the brim with frozen yogurt and then add the toppings. What was once $0.38/oz. seemed more like $3.00/oz.
Is that the one next to Tapioca Express? If so, I heard it was expensive. Just how expensive is it?

[orimental]

Yeah, that's where it is.

It's $0.38/oz. This includes all flavors and toppings. You just pickup a styrofoam cup and fill it up to your heart's content with any combination of flavors. They're all self-serve machines.

You can also ask for sample cups to try any of the flavors. The toppings are all by the registers. They have everything from candy and cereal to fresh fruit and jellies. The flavors change every so often, as do the toppings I think. Then it's all weighed when you pay.

[RiCeBo1]

Yeah, that's where it is.

It's $0.38/oz. This includes all flavors and toppings. You just pickup a styrofoam cup and fill it up to your heart's content with any combination of flavors. They're all self-serve machines.

You can also ask for sample cups to try any of the flavors. The toppings are all by the registers. They have everything from candy and cereal to fresh fruit and jellies. The flavors change every so often, as do the toppings I think. Then it's all weighed when you pay.
How much is usually a whole cup?

Also, how long do places usually call you for an interview after you turn in an application? Is it good to do a follow up on an application? At SeaWorld they scheduled me for an interview right when I turned it in.

[orimental]

On average, about $5 on the smaller cup.

As for the application process, it could be a few days or even a couple of weeks. It just depends on how many people applied, how many they need, and how soon they need them.

[RiCeBo1]

On average, about $5 on the smaller cup.

As for the application process, it could be a few days or even a couple of weeks. It just depends on how many people applied, how many they need, and how soon they need them.
I just called a place I applied at to do a follow up on my application and the person that answered the phone took note of my name, availability, and phone number. She said she was gonna let - I assume the manager - know that I called. Coolio :)

[DQT]

Yeah but I won't mind because if you compare the things you do at Sea World to the things you do in retail the difference is so much. It's like getting paid $9.00 to do a lot or get paid $7.50 or however much to do a lot less (like standing around until someone shows up and such). I rather take the $7.50 and do less lol.

Sorry man, but all I hear about those stores is how much you have to worry about preorder quotas and memberships and all that just to keep your job. You don't have to sell crap people don't want to keep your job at SeaWorld.

Although to be fair, the GSs and GCs I shop at seem pretty chill about that, so I don't know.

[RiCeBo1]

Everyone go buy Shadowrun. It owns!

[sonicbooom]

Has anyone been taking advantage of gamecrazy's additional 50% on trade-in's deal? Which ones running this promo?

Also, does gamecrazy allow you to use store credit from any gamecrazy?

Thanks.

[RiCeBo1]

Has anyone been taking advantage of gamecrazy's additional 50% on trade-in's deal? Which ones running this promo?

Also, does gamecrazy allow you to use store credit from any gamecrazy?

Thanks.
I did this at the GameCrazy off of Genesee. From what I've done, 2 or more games = 50% more. So say you have 3, 4, 5 or whatever. All of them get 50% more.

[paz9x]

im gonna try and pick up some of the 16.96 games at cc tomorrow when i pick up the darkness and flipem. two games should give me about $90 in credit.

edit - riceboi, always follow up on an application, multiple times. though it may seem like youre being a pest, its beneficial. good luck.

[RiCeBo1]

im gonna try and pick up some of the 16.96 games at cc tomorrow when i pick up the darkness and flipem. two games should give me about $90 in credit.

edit - riceboi, always follow up on an application, multiple times. though it may seem like youre being a pest, its beneficial. good luck.
I doubt 2 games will give you $90 in credit, unless they are like new releases. I traded in Crackdown, THP8, and GR2 and got a total of $90 and some. So unless you trade in games worth $30 and giving them an extra $15 I highly doubt it. If I were you I'd check the trade value over the phone first.

And I've been following up on them a lot lately. Now it's waiting time lol.

[ringoxcore]

i love how the cool place to be is always somewhere in that stripmall. first it was green tea house, then tapioca, and now yogurt world. the line is going out the door every time i drive by!

psh its all about tea'n'more.

oh and has anyone else hit up toys r us for the b2g1f? i picked up tetris, planet puzzle league, and clubhouse games at the la mesa location.

im looking for phoenix wright or hotel dusk...anyone been to the national city or chula vista locations recently?

[allyourblood]

Is Imperial Beach a nice or bad part of San Diego?

i used to live in IB. it's okay. some people think it's kinda scuzzy, and i suppose it might have been in the past, but the city seems to be making an effort lately to clean it up and make it a little classy. i prefer it to a lot of the other "beach towns", as most of the big ones are actually downright disgusting when a lot of people gather. IB tends to be quite low-key and most people there are friendly. relatively low-crime compared to most of SD county.

[sonicbooom]

Is Imperial Beach a nice or bad part of San Diego? I used to live right on the otherside of IB on Palm Ave.

I can't comment on IB, but Palm ave and pretty much any area down south or southeast has a bad rep.

If you want to live in a beach area, definitely try PB.

[sonicbooom]

I did this at the GameCrazy off of Genesee. From what I've done, 2 or more games = 50% more. So say you have 3, 4, 5 or whatever. All of them get 50% more.
I got games at the clairemont and carmel mtn CC's and flipped games at the genesee and carmel mtn GC's.

Even saw Paz9x at the PQ Gamecrazy. (btw, I got that whole situation cleared up)

Spent $150 on CC games.

Got $230 in credit.

Altogether (including trading in two other games that I already had), I got $278 in credit.

I still have two more games to flips, so I'll have about $340 in credit to spend on a new psp and partially on a wii.

[allyourblood]

I used to live right on the otherside of IB on Palm Ave.

I can't comment on IB, but Palm ave and pretty much any area down south or southeast has a bad rep.

If you want to live in a beach area, definitely try PB.
"otherside"? anything east of 13th and you're in San Diego.

when you start getting towards Nestor, now in you're in the yucky area. my parents live a little west of Nestor. their neighborhood is pretty nice but it gets a little assy just 4-5 blocks closer to the 5.

[sonicbooom]

"otherside"? anything east of 13th and you're in San Diego.

when you start getting towards Nestor, now in you're in the yucky area. my parents live a little west of Nestor. their neighborhood is pretty nice but it gets a little assy just 4-5 blocks closer to the 5.
Didn't mean to join the words, I meant other side. Palm avenue turns into IB which then turns into coronado.

[RiCeBo1]

I got games at the clairemont and carmel mtn CC's and flipped games at the genesee and carmel mtn GC's.

Even saw Paz9x at the PQ Gamecrazy. (btw, I got that whole situation cleared up)

Spent $150 on CC games.

Got $230 in credit.

Altogether (including trading in two other games that I already had), I got $278 in credit.

I still have two more games to flips, so I'll have about $340 in credit to spend on a new psp and partially on a wii.
That's fucking crazy! What games did you get and the price?

[sonicbooom]

That's fucking crazy! What games did you get and the price?
cc games:
(two) dead or alive xtreme 2
ddr universe
virtua tennis 3

games I already had:
gears of war
fight night round 3


my girl traded in:
(two) dead or alive xtreme 2

And I still have another dead or alive xtreme 2 and another ddr universe.

[orimental]

I grew up in this part of San Diego (Harbor View, MVM, and SOH alum!) and I have to say that IB gets better once you go west of 9th street. Ever since their turnaround, everything has been on the up and up. Films have shot at the pier and HBO's John From Cincinatti (sic) is currently being shot there. They've even built fake store fronts and house additions.

[RiCeBo1]

Anyone ever work at Target before? I got a job interview for them tomorrow, but I dunno if I should go there or just transfer to another department at Sea World.

[sonicbooom]

Anyone ever work at Target before? I got a job interview for them tomorrow, but I dunno if I should go there or just transfer to another department at Sea World. Target fucking sucks. Don't work there. Don't work at Wal*Mart either.

You should aim for anything that's at least $10 an hour.

[allyourblood]

Anyone ever work at Target before? I got a job interview for them tomorrow, but I dunno if I should go there or just transfer to another department at Sea World.

my buddy worked at the Eastlake Target for a year or two. he liked it fine, but the pay is... well, typical retail. i guess they treated him okay.

i used to work at TRU in NC for 5 years. i loved that job, and it paid really well (though i got promoted twice).

[allyourblood]

I grew up in this part of San Diego (Harbor View, MVM, and SOH alum!)...
i went to Harbor View, Mar Vista Middle and then Mar Vista High (class of '97). good times (sort of).

[ringoxcore]

so amongst all this IB talk, whats up with that new HBO show?

[MarkMan]

So what's everyone been playing lately? There are so many games I have to play it's making me go insane... :(

[Iron Clad Burrito]

So what's everyone been playing lately? There are so many games I have to play it's making me go insane... :(

Sadly, I'm in the same boat as you... and even more sadly, I'm addicted to UT2004. Other than that I play Gears on Friday nights with my friends.