General Discussion for ATL CAGs In Memoriam Matthew Cherry

[CocheseUGA]

Did you mean DS games? I was in there a couple of days ago and they had a good selection overall if you look through all the new games. DS games were pretty light though with the usually suspects. There clearance section is getting bare, but like I said you can still find quite a bit in the new game section. They still have MK LE PS2, DOA Ulitmates, Batman Rise of TZU box, etc. behind the counter without any clearance pricing. I plan on stopping in tomorrow when I return my movies and can look for you if you list the ones you are looking for...

No, Dreamcast. And I answered my own question, they don't have anymore. I was also looking for some off of the clearance list for PSP, didn't have any of those, either.

I may hit another one (skipping the Lassiter one...they always suck) this weekend, but I'm not holding out hope.

[kjauburn]

Haven't seen any dreamcast games at any GR in the Cobb/Cherokee area and I have hit several in the past few months. Funny enough the perimeter CC store still has a few new dreamcast games in a bin with the markdown games. Basically the old sports games...

[CocheseUGA]

Haven't seen any dreamcast games at any GR in the Cobb/Cherokee area and I have hit several in the past few months. Funny enough the perimeter CC store still has a few new dreamcast games in a bin with the markdown games. Basically the old sports games...

That's pretty crappy. Only place to find them now is Rhino or PnT, and both are marking them up like there is no tomorrow.

BTW, has anyone hit Rhino on 92/Trickum lately? Just noticed it there tonight. I'm going to hit the two PnTs tomorrow or Saturday and see if I can find any cheap Saturn or DC games.

Has anyone checked out my DC DVD-size artwork yet? Looks pretty good, but I might be a bit impartial...:D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v405/CocheseUGA/Custom%20covers/sonicadventure3d.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v405/CocheseUGA/Custom%20covers/dcflavor2.jpg
I'm kinda torn though. I love doing it, and would love to have them in current-gen style cases, but they look so good already, and the PSP and DS cases are so different, too (CD is exact same height as DS). I dunno...

[Ubiiquitous]

That's pretty crappy. Only place to find them now is Rhino or PnT, and both are marking them up like there is no tomorrow.

BTW, has anyone hit Rhino on 92/Trickum lately? Just noticed it there tonight. I'm going to hit the two PnTs tomorrow or Saturday and see if I can find any cheap Saturn or DC games.

Has anyone checked out my DC DVD-size artwork yet? Looks pretty good, but I might be a bit impartial...:D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v405/CocheseUGA/Custom%20covers/sonicadventure3d.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v405/CocheseUGA/Custom%20covers/dcflavor2.jpg
I'm kinda torn though. I love doing it, and would love to have them in current-gen style cases, but they look so good already, and the PSP and DS cases are so different, too (CD is exact same height as DS). I dunno...

Wow!! They look great!! I'm a HUGE DC fan. I wish it were easier to find DC games around here......good job on those, man.....

[CocheseUGA]

Wow!! They look great!! I'm a HUGE DC fan. I wish it were easier to find DC games around here......good job on those, man.....

It's nearly impossible to find games anymore. I'm browsing ebay right now. I want games, but I don't want to pay $18 for MSR. WTF?

I'd make these covers all day long, but I wish I could either get donations or someone to print them for me so I could enjoy them, too. Printed one out, it looks good, but it's a huge drain on my ink. Especially living on only a stipend.

[guinaevere]

BTW, has anyone hit Rhino on 92/Trickum lately? Just noticed it there tonight. I'm going to hit the two PnTs tomorrow or Saturday and see if I can find any cheap Saturn or DC games.
I don't kno wwhere Trickum is. I think I recall seeing DC games at the game shopin Discover Mills mall. It's a few doors across the hall from Books a Million.

Has anyone checked out my DC DVD-size artwork yet? Looks pretty good, but I might be a bit impartial...:DYou should be partial Sugar, they look very nice!

I guess you can't have those printed up at a Kinkos to save your ink?

[kjauburn]

Been to the Rhino on 92 recently, but I never look at the Dreamcast games. The older systems games are marked up quite a bit though as you said. Rhino is hit and miss on alot of things, but you can find some decent priced used games in there on occasion. As long as they continue to have the trade 2 for 1 deal going on I will hit them up. The best thing I noticed in there last week was a copy of ikaruga in good shape. There are tons of Rhino's around the Atlanta surburbs and anytime I see one I normally walk in. For some reason they have a knack for not pissing me off like eb/gamestop does.

[CocheseUGA]

I don't kno wwhere Trickum is. I think I recall seeing DC games at the game shopin Discover Mills mall. It's a few doors across the hall from Books a Million.

You should be partial Sugar, they look very nice!

I guess you can't have those printed up at a Kinkos to save your ink?

There's been widespread reports of copy places not printing not only total custom work, but especially ones like I've done. It doesn't hurt to try though, but you have to do so much work to make sure they don't screw up the size, or charge you nearly $5 to open each file.

[Ubiiquitous]

I don't kno wwhere Trickum is. I think I recall seeing DC games at the game shopin Discover Mills mall. It's a few doors across the hall from Books a Million.

Can you recall how good the DC selection there was? I might venture up there, but I don't want to go if all they have is NFL2K2 and Crazy Taxi....;)

[El Gray]

I think that I will check the Northpoint TRU after work, and see if any of the supposed clearance titles are in sight. Has anyone else looked at a local TRU this week?

[kjauburn]

Taiko for $25? This Kmart is only a few minutes from me, but I can't stand going in there. It's always so hot. But Taiko for $25, I may venture in for that.


Did you see this thread? Reports of Taiko markdown to $9.99 at target. I bought it using the $5 off coupon last year at Best Buy. I don't remember the exact price but I think it was $4.99 with the coupon. Its decent to mess around with for a bit, but beatmania, guitar hero, and donkey konga are all better related games...

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99825

[El Gray]

Well, there is a working price scanner in the RZone at Northpoint, so I was able to check a few prices. None of the ones from the list that I tried were marked down yet. Well, Xmen Legends II had a shelf tag of 30, and rang up at 20, but I figured that was just an old shelf tag. All the others rang up the same as their tags.

[kjauburn]

I worked night crew back in the day for several years at TRU and I still know a few workers at Buckhead, Northpointe, and TC. Been keeping in touch trying to find out about the price drops and if I hear anything I will let everyone know...

Hey neocisco do you remember the ATL Cag who works at TRU? He could probably keep us up to speed the best...

[neocisco]

Hey neocisco do you remember the ATL Cag who works at TRU? He could probably keep us up to speed the best...

I think it's benboxer.

[Tybee]

Did you see this thread? Reports of Taiko markdown to $9.99 at target. I bought it using the $5 off coupon last year at Best Buy. I don't remember the exact price but I think it was $4.99 with the coupon. Its decent to mess around with for a bit, but beatmania, guitar hero, and donkey konga are all better related games...

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99825

I've got like three sets of drums for Donkey Konga if anybody wants to get together and play sometime. ;)

[CocheseUGA]

Well, checked out the Rhino on 92 and got three used guides, a VMU and a N64 official rumble pak. Their DC prices are horrendous, especially when it's disc only. I proceeded to Crazy Game Trader (formerly the PlayNTrade next to Willys in Kennesaw) and picked up DC-MSR, DC-Shenmue (my case was messed up and I was missing the manual) and Saturn-Sega Rally for $27.

[Full Metal XL]

Just throwing it out there, but has anyone else tried this chain called The Movie Post lately? Its been a few months since I've been to one, but when I was last there, I had picked up some pretty good deals on used Xbox games, like Red Dead Revolver and Manhunt for $5 each, and Mercenaries, Jade Empire and GTA San Andreas for $9 apiece. They also have, from time to time, insane deals on older 'new' games still sealed, like when I picked up THUG 2 and the first Brothers In Arms for $5 apiece...Guess it was an overstock or something. I didn't bother asking, I just bought 'em! ;)

Anyway, when I was last visiting them, there was one by Northlake, one on Roswell Rd., and one near Cumberland Mall (the TRU shopping center). They also sell used PS2 games and of course DVDs, CDs and some VHS tapes with some pretty good deals on their used stuff. If you happen to run across one...IF they're still around!...You might wanna check 'em out. 8-)

[Tybee]

Just throwing it out there, but has anyone else tried this chain called The Movie Post lately? Its been a few months since I've been to one, but when I was last there, I had picked up some pretty good deals on used Xbox games, like Red Dead Revolver and Manhunt for $5 each, and Mercenaries, Jade Empire and GTA San Andreas for $9 apiece. They also have, from time to time, insane deals on older 'new' games still sealed, like when I picked up THUG 2 and the first Brothers In Arms for $5 apiece...Guess it was an overstock or something. I didn't bother asking, I just bought 'em! ;)

Anyway, when I was last visiting them, there was one by Northlake, one on Roswell Rd., and one near Cumberland Mall (the TRU shopping center). They also sell used PS2 games and of course DVDs, CDs and some VHS tapes with some pretty good deals on their used stuff. If you happen to run across one...IF they're still around!...You might wanna check 'em out. 8-)

Sounds like you're talking about the Movie Trading Company. Unfortunately, they pulled out of the Atlanta market this past winter. All the stores have been closed since around February. I never found good deals on games there, but they did provide me with a steady supply of cheap Criterion DVDs. I miss them terribly. :(

[kjauburn]

Sounds like you're talking about the Movie Trading Company. Unfortunately, they pulled out of the Atlanta market this past winter. All the stores have been closed since around February. I never found good deals on games there, but they did provide me with a steady supply of cheap Criterion DVDs. I miss them terribly. :(
Yeah I always did well at MTC and they had great trade in values. You always could find good used box sets there. He could be talking about The movie stop, but I only been in there once at the town center location. I think there are 5 or 6 in GA. Its owned by gamestop and has some games, but mainly carries dvd's...

CocheseUGA didn't you use to shop at Moviestop. I think I remember you posting about the chain awhile back...

[guinaevere]

Can you recall how good the DC selection there was? I might venture up there, but I don't want to go if all they have is NFL2K2 and Crazy Taxi....;)
I want to say that I saw Typing of the Dead with the DC keyboard and some other decent finds. How many good finds, I can't remember.

Did you see this thread? Reports of Taiko markdown to $9.99 at target. I bought it using the $5 off coupon last year at Best Buy. I don't remember the exact price but I think it was $4.99 with the coupon. Its decent to mess around with for a bit, but beatmania, guitar hero, and donkey konga are all better related games...

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99825
Just saw the thread a few minutes ago. I'll hit Super Target tomorrow after Sunday School. And great job on the $4.99 deal!

[El Gray]

No luck on the cheap Taiko Drum Master at Edgewood Target yesterday.

I did find Mortal Kombat: Deception Premium Pack at one of those Gamerushes last night, though. $5 for lots of FATALITIES.

[rupan_sansei]

Couldn't find any Taiko drums at the Town Center Target. I know they recently had a bunch of them, so maybe someone already took advantage of the deal.

[Fatesealer]

I have an extra unopened Taiko for anyone in the Atlanta area that's interested. I'm looking for either $15 cash or if you have a trade list, we can work out a swap. PM me.

[CocheseUGA]

Yeah I always did well at MTC and they had great trade in values. You always could find good used box sets there. He could be talking about The movie stop, but I only been in there once at the town center location. I think there are 5 or 6 in GA. Its owned by gamestop and has some games, but mainly carries dvd's...

CocheseUGA didn't you use to shop at Moviestop. I think I remember you posting about the chain awhile back...

Yeah, Moviestop is pretty good (sibling of Gamestop, you can use your card there).

Typing of the dead and keyboard? how much?

[TsuyoiMomonga]

Did anyone happen to pick up FFX or FFX1 w/HDD at Kmart? If so, I'd like to buy FFX off someone. Also, if anyone in GA has a copy of Marvel vs Capcom 2 they'd like to trade/sell please PM me.

[kjauburn]

Rhino started to markdown quite a few titles. I was in the store at 92/trickum today. Here is what I recall. I posted the games in the Rhino Video Game Clearance thread as well, but Rhino threads never last more then a day or 2 usually since its only in the southeast. They had some of the games on a table with controllers and other items markdown. Several of the games are still on the wall, you can spot the markdown since they all end in .50. Remember they normally only have a few copies of a new games, with one being the display copy. There were quite a few older PS2/Xbox titles marked down as well.

PSP
Me & My Katamari 19.50
Pac-World 3 19.50
Legends of Heroes II 24.50
Generation of Chaos 24.50
Street Fighter Alpha Max 24.50

DS
Tax 9.50
Rayman 9.50
Burnout Legends 14.50
Finding Nemo 15.50
Tao's Adventure 19.50
Rub Rabbits 19.50
Kirby Canvas 24.50
Metroid Prime Hunters 30.50
Electroplankton 32.50

Xbox 360
Full Auto 24.50
PDZ CE 29.50
FFXI 39.50
DOA4 44.50
Rumble Roses XX 49.50

PS2
Demonstone 4.50
Drakangard 2 19.50
Fatal Frame III 34.50

[CocheseUGA]

Well, there is still a decent selection of clearance items at the Mars Hill GR. Bunch of Xbox and PS2 titles, a couple GC and DS titles. Nothing shockingly outstanding, but more than what I've seen otherwise.

Went to the Trade N Play (apparently I've had it backwards) and picked up Gilmore Girls S4 for $10. They had Smallville S3 for $15, but I haven't started collecting those yet. One day...

[Full Metal XL]

Sounds like you're talking about the Movie Trading Company. Unfortunately, they pulled out of the Atlanta market this past winter. All the stores have been closed since around February. I never found good deals on games there, but they did provide me with a steady supply of cheap Criterion DVDs. I miss them terribly. :(
Whoops, that's the name...Sorry, my memory is crap these days...But they closed??? Nooo! That sucks harshly...That store gave kick ass Xbox game deals to me. Ugh...I hate when good stores pull up stakes and leave GA. What the hell happened to our growing economy and more businesses coming? All I'm seeing lately is businesses leaving.And BTW...Where are these Rhino stores? Any near Decatur so I can send my brother to pick up that $4.50 Demonstone?

[kjauburn]

Whoops, that's the name...Sorry, my memory is crap these days...But they closed??? Nooo! That sucks harshly...That store gave kick ass Xbox game deals to me. Ugh...I hate when good stores pull up stakes and leave GA. What the hell happened to our growing economy and more businesses coming? All I'm seeing lately is businesses leaving.And BTW...Where are these Rhino stores? Any near Decatur so I can send my brother to pick up that $4.50 Demonstone?

Most Rhinos are in the surburbs, check the store locater www.rhinovideogames.

MTC was one of dozens of other chains blockbuster owns (Rhino is as well). Basically after the terrible earnings they are trying to fight off chapter 11. They tried to sell MTC and there was no takers, but they only gave it about 2 months. I miss the cash/credit trade in values. Of course getting $1-2 trade in credit for any VHS tape pretty much told you they were going to have problems long term...

[Tybee]

Most Rhinos are in the surburbs, check the store locater www.rhinovideogames.

MTC was one of dozens of other chains blockbuster owns (Rhino is as well). Basically after the terrible earnings they are trying to fight off chapter 11. They tried to sell MTC and there was no takers, but they only gave it about 2 months. I miss the cash/credit trade in values. Of course getting $1-2 trade in credit for any VHS tape pretty much told you they were going to have problems long term...

Yeah, they took pretty much anything. I liquidated quite a few crappy DVDs through them and fleshed out my Criterion collection quite a bit. They always had obscure titles there (though if they were new they were generally MSRP). The really exciting time was when they would have B2G1 sales on everything in the store. You had to get one of their circulars in the mail, which had this coupon. They wouldn't give them out in store and would not accept copies, so it was actually a valuable deal. They did it quarterly. Doing B2G1 on Criterions (adding in trade-in credit to boot) was the retail equivalent of an Ecstasy high.

[neocisco]

I had the following games come back in, all $8.96, if any of you are interested.

Spyro-DS
Guilty Gear-DS
Zelda/Pitfall-GBA

I can put them on hold if any of you want to come by the store to pick them up. Just let me know.

EDIT: kjauburn already found Spyro so it's back up for grabs.

[kjauburn]

I had the following games come back in, all $8.96, if any of you are interested.

Spyro-DS
Guilty Gear-DS
Zelda/Pitfall-GBA

I can put them on hold if any of you want to come by the store to pick them up. So everybody knows, kjauburn gets first shot at Spyro since he asked about it a couple of weeks ago. Just let me know.
Thanks for the update and keeping me in mind. I found a Spyro for the wife already. If anyone grabs the 2 pack remember Pitfall was still trading in for $8 at GR as of last week. if you are able to get the $5 bonus you walk away with $13 credit GR and zelda for yourself for $8.96...

Edit: Figure I have to many games from the recent sales so I am taking back Tales of Phantasia & Sigma Star Saga to Neocisco's store tomorrow. Just in case anyone is still looking for a copy...

[kjauburn]

Neocisco I don't know if you knew this, but I found out Rhino takes used guides the other day. Not sure what they give for them, but it is at least .50 cents.

[El Gray]

Any special requests from the TRU sale list?

[grundy]

Neocisco - which store is this? I'm interested in the Spyro DS :bouncy:

Thanks,
-Brian

[Ubiiquitous]

I still have 2 extra Metal Gear Acid 2 and 2 extra GTA:LCS (PSP, but same as PS2, since it's just a port) guides that I'd like to trade.

I'm looking for Matrix:PoN and The Warriors guides, but I am sure there are others I'd like to trade for as well....

[Ubiiquitous]

Sorry for the double post, but I just picked up 2 copies of the Black guide and 1 copy of the NFS:MW guide today at Best Buy for a penny each, and have those up for trade as well...

[kjauburn]

Stopped by Rhino again today and all the clearance prices dropped again days after dropping the first time. They are really trying to push these titles out. The Rhino clearance thread has more details, but there are several PSP games $9.50-$14.50 (Katamari, Generation Chaos, Legends of Heroes II). Basically all the clearance prices dropped in half it looks like. PDZ, PGR3 and Full Auto for the 360 are under $20 for the new copies only. Used are not on sale. You can check your area for Rhino stores at Rhinovideogames.com.

[neocisco]

I still have these games available...

Spyro-DS (possible to Grundy)
Guilty Gear-DS
Zelda/Pitfall-GBA


and a few new ones...

Tales of Phantasia-GBA
Sigma Star Saga-GBA
Burnout Legends-DS

The new ones are $8.96 as well. Let me know if you're interested in picking these up. They're all currently off the floor. If I don't hear anything by Monday morning I'll be putting them back out.

[kjauburn]

I still have these games available...

Spyro-DS (possible to Grundy)
Guilty Gear-DS
Zelda/Pitfall-GBA


and a few new ones...

Tales of Phantasia-GBA
Sigma Star Saga-GBA
Burnout Legends-DS

The new ones are $8.96 as well. Let me know if you're interested in picking these up. They're all currently off the floor. If I don't hear anything by Monday morning I'll be putting them back out.

I see you found my returns from yesterday. I noticed you must have been restocked with Bomberman DS. Not bad for $13.99,,,

[neocisco]

I see you found my returns from yesterday. I noticed you must have been restocked with Bomberman DS. Not bad for $13.99,,,
I had a feeling that might have been you!:lol:

It looks like we're starting to get some DS games tagged as Cool Games for $13.99 now.

[CocheseUGA]

Stopped by Rhino again today and all the clearance prices dropped again days after dropping the first time. They are really trying to push these titles out. The Rhino clearance thread has more details, but there are several PSP games $9.50-$14.50 (Katamari, Generation Chaos, Legends of Heroes II). Basically all the clearance prices dropped in half it looks like. PDZ, PGR3 and Full Auto for the 360 are under $20 for the new copies only. Used are not on sale. You can check your area for Rhino stores at Rhinovideogames.com.

Damn...Me & My Katamari for under $15? I'll have to go look.

[CocheseUGA]

Forgot to even check...but I did see a DFP wheel marked at $74.50. Any idea if it's dropped any lower than that?

[kjauburn]

For anyone interested I started a thread showing the qualifying games for the trade 2 get 1 free at Rhino. Its a work in progess, but there are some cheap games for $5-10 around town that qualify...

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=100697

[cthcky33]

i plan on going to TRU by gwinnett place mall tomorrow, i will report any findings

[Ubiiquitous]

i plan on going to TRU by gwinnett place mall tomorrow, i will report any findings

Thanks! I'd like to know what they have...

BTW, where are you in Lilburn? I'm off HWY 78 and Killian Hill.
Good to see someone else who is close by....

[grundy]

Hey neocisco,

I was in your store this afternoon and picked up that Spyro DS game. Sorry I didn't respond to the PM (might help if I actually check for messages once in a while).

Thanks, and let me know if someone ever returns Haunting Ground, or Sims 2 (XB) and MK - Shaolin Monks (XB).

-B

[neocisco]

Hey neocisco,

I was in your store this afternoon and picked up that Spyro DS game. Sorry I didn't respond to the PM (might help if I actually check for messages once in a while).

Thanks, and let me know if someone ever returns Haunting Ground, or Sims 2 (XB) and MK - Shaolin Monks (XB).

-B
I was on lunch when you came in. They paged me and asked me where the game was for a customer. For some reason I had a feeling it might have been you. Good timing because I was going to put it back out on the shelf after I got back. I'll keep an eye out for the other games.

[Risky]

anyone check out any of the local Sears? I'm still looking for Advance Wars DS

[cthcky33]

Thanks! I'd like to know what they have...

BTW, where are you in Lilburn? I'm off HWY 78 and Killian Hill.
Good to see someone else who is close by....

i am just down the road from you, i am off of indian trail right by 29

went to tru today, and this is what i remember them having

ps2:

suikoden tactics- 2 copies
dragon quest VIII- 2 copies
wild arms 4


gc:

like 10 copies of Baten Kaitos w/soundtrack
1 copy of killer 7(which i will buy tomorrow)

XB:

SC:CT
Psychonauts

gba: castlevania double pack


thats all i can remember, i know there were more

[Ubiiquitous]

i am just down the road from you, i am off of indian trail right by 29

went to tru today, and this is what i remember them having

ps2:

suikoden tactics- 2 copies
dragon quest VIII- 2 copies
wild arms 4


gc:

like 10 copies of Baten Kaitos w/soundtrack
1 copy of killer 7(which i will buy tomorrow)

XB:

SC:CT
Psychonauts

gba: castlevania double pack


thats all i can remember, i know there were more

Cool!! Thanks, man!!

[Ubiiquitous]

I know this is a little off-topic, but I thought I'd share a slightly funny story from yesterday...

Fry's had NCAA Football '07 in their ad for $29.99. Circuity City has it in their ad for $39.99 with a free strategy guide. However, I had $40 in Best Buy GC's and they had it for $49.99 (figures, right?). Anywhoo, I took the Fry's and CC ads into Best Buy to PM. I had the Fry's ad out and the CC ad in my pocket as a backup in case they didn't match Fry's (Fry's listed the game as $49.99 with a $20 "instant gift rebate") due to ambiguity in the Fry's ad. I also brought up the strategy guide to get ONLY if I wound up having to match CC.

The customer service woman was neither friendly, nor rude or mean and she had to have like a huddle meeting with a colleague for several minutes regarding the "instant gift rebate" thing. She wound up having to call Fry's who supposedly said it was "out of stock". She came back to tell me with a hint of a smirk in a way saying "sorry, pal, but we can't do it. HA HA!". Of course, she didn't actually say that. It was merely her subtext. Sensing her feeling of victory, I immediately whipped out the CC ad and told her "that's OK, because I have plan B!". She looked rather dumbfounded and defeated and gave me the $39.99 and free guide w/o calling CC.

I think BB CSR's get a sense of pleasure when someone tries to PM something and the CSR has a "legitimate" reason to deny it. It was nice to sort of have the last laugh.....

[cthcky33]

I know this is a little off-topic, but I thought I'd share a slightly funny story from yesterday...

Fry's had NCAA Football '07 in their ad for $29.99. Circuity City has it in their ad for $39.99 with a free strategy guide. However, I had $40 in Best Buy GC's and they had it for $49.99 (figures, right?). Anywhoo, I took the Fry's and CC ads into Best Buy to PM. I had the Fry's ad out and the CC ad in my pocket as a backup in case they didn't match Fry's (Fry's listed the game as $49.99 with a $20 "instant gift rebate") due to ambiguity in the Fry's ad. I also brought up the strategy guide to get ONLY if I wound up having to match CC.

The customer service woman was neither friendly, nor rude or mean and she had to have like a huddle meeting with a colleague for several minutes regarding the "instant gift rebate" thing. She wound up having to call Fry's who supposedly said it was "out of stock". She came back to tell me with a hint of a smirk in a way saying "sorry, pal, but we can't do it. HA HA!". Of course, she didn't actually say that. It was merely her subtext. Sensing her feeling of victory, I immediately whipped out the CC ad and told her "that's OK, because I have plan B!". She looked rather dumbfounded and defeated and gave me the $39.99 and free guide w/o calling CC.

I think BB CSR's get a sense of pleasure when someone tries to PM something and the CSR has a "legitimate" reason to deny it. It was nice to sort of have the last laugh.....

was that the BB off of pleasant hill? i hate the people there

[Ubiiquitous]

was that the BB off of pleasant hill? i hate the people there

Nah, Stone Mountain. But your statement is correct.....

[cthcky33]

Nah, Stone Mountain. But your statement is correct.....

i forgot about that one, they suck too

[Krymner]

I made a journey back to the Micro Center on Pleasant Hill this afternoon, and picked up Mario Kart: Double Dash for the GameCube for 19.67 and Simpson's: Hit and Run (Also for Gamecube) for 6.00. They had a couple of copies remaining of each.

[Ubiiquitous]

i am just down the road from you, i am off of indian trail right by 29

went to tru today, and this is what i remember them having

ps2:

suikoden tactics- 2 copies
dragon quest VIII- 2 copies
wild arms 4


gc:

like 10 copies of Baten Kaitos w/soundtrack
1 copy of killer 7(which i will buy tomorrow)

XB:

SC:CT
Psychonauts

gba: castlevania double pack


thats all i can remember, i know there were more

Thanks again for the heads-up. I picked up Suikoden Tactics and the XBX version of Psychonauts. I was really, really, really hoping for Champions:RTA, but 2 out of 3 ain't bad....

BTW, they had 2 copies of Killer 7 for the GC still, so if you haven't gotten it yet, you are still OK!

[cthcky33]

Thanks again for the heads-up. I picked up Suikoden Tactics and the XBX version of Psychonauts. I was really, really, really hoping for Champions:RTA, but 2 out of 3 ain't bad....

BTW, they had 2 copies of Killer 7 for the GC still, so if you haven't gotten it yet, you are still OK!

was there still another suikoden tactics?? i plan on getting that along with killer 7 tomorrow

[Ubiiquitous]

was there still another suikoden tactics?? i plan on getting that along with killer 7 tomorrow


Yep. 1 left!!

[cthcky33]

Yep. 1 left!!

ill be all over that one tomorrow

[cthcky33]

just picked up suikoden tactics and dragon quest VIII at TRU, yay

[Ubiiquitous]

just picked up suikoden tactics and dragon quest VIII at TRU, yay

No Killer 7?

I went to TRU on Cobb Parkway and TRU Buckhead and I STILL can't find Champions:RTA. Guess that teaches me not to prcrastinate on these sales. ;)

[cthcky33]

No Killer 7?

I went to TRU on Cobb Parkway and TRU Buckhead and I STILL can't find Champions:RTA. Guess that teaches me not to prcrastinate on these sales. ;)

i decided not to get killer 7 just yet, i still may pick it up next week when i get paid again

[Ubiiquitous]

i decided not to get killer 7 just yet, i still may pick it up next week when i get paid again

Well, it looks like you and I have unintentionally hijacked this thread. ;)
Where did everybody else go? This thread was hopping there for a little while....

Anyway, I think I'm going back to that TRU tomorrow to get XBOX Serious Sam 2 for $9.96. I had it in my hand yesterday debating and I put it down and I thought to myself "I should get it, because I know I'll change my mind and want to come back and get it." Sure enough, I now realize I should always follow my first instinct. Fortuanately, they had a bunch of copies, so I should be OK....

[Tybee]

Well, it looks like you and I have unintentionally hijacked this thread. ;)
Where did everybody else go? This thread was hopping there for a little while....


I'm still following, but since the conversation has basically been reduced to "I saw this here" and "I saw that there," I haven't had a lot to contribute.

[Ubiiquitous]

I'm still following, but since the conversation has basically been reduced to "I saw this here" and "I saw that there," I haven't had a lot to contribute.

Ah, I see......

I'm glad you posted, though. I was beginning to feel guilty for hogging most of the posts.....I was a lurker for almost 2 years, now I can't stop posting....;)

[kjauburn]

With all the sales the past month I think several of us are passing on the TRU. I jumped on Rhino with the lastest drops this week, but between GR, CC, Rhino, I have quite a backlog...

[neocisco]

The Kennesaw TRU had 9 copies of Xenosaga II for $5 today.

I also got in 7 copies of Total Overdose-PS2 at my store today ($4). I think it still qualifies for the trade 2 get 1 at Rhino. Plus it might also still get $12 at GR (before $5 bonus).

[cthcky33]

The Kennesaw TRU had 9 copies of Xenosaga II for $5 today.

I also got in 7 copies of Total Overdose-PS2 at my store today ($4). I think it still qualifies for the trade 2 get 1 at Rhino. Plus it might also still get $12 at GR (before $5 bonus).

i need to go get that, i didnt even check the gwinnett one for it

[CocheseUGA]

If anyone goes to Rhino, I could use another GCN/N64/SNES S-video cable. Actually, I could use two. They are down to $1.50. You know I'd be good for it.

Also, looking for the GCN RE4 controller as well. Let me know if you could help me out.

[cthcky33]

If anyone goes to Rhino, I could use another GCN/N64/SNES S-video cable. Actually, I could use two. They are down to $1.50. You know I'd be good for it.

Also, looking for the GCN RE4 controller as well. Let me know if you could help me out.

the Rhino by my house just closed, i know there is another one somewhere near by, i just need to go find it

[Ubiiquitous]

the Rhino by my house just closed, i know there is another one somewhere near by, i just need to go find it

I think there's one off of Lawrencevill-Suwanee, if I'm not mistaken.

Also, by the Mall of Georgia, which isn't really close....

[CocheseUGA]

I'm only kinda looking for the controller now, as I spent $20 on the SNES wireless ones.

[Ubiiquitous]

Just to kinda brag a little bit, but I won the Beastie Boys DVD from 99X on Saturday night. I NEVER call in when they ask for the whatever number caller through, but, for some reason, I thought I should just call in and try it and sure enough, I won.

Now why can't this happen when they give away $10,000???? ;)

[CocheseUGA]

Just to kinda brag a little bit, but I won the Beastie Boys DVD from 99X on Saturday night. I NEVER call in when they ask for the whatever number caller through, but, for some reason, I thought I should just call in and try it and sure enough, I won.

Now why can't this happen when they give away $10,000???? ;)

The only time I ever won anything was when 99X was giving away tix to Orbital/Crystal Method/Low Fidelity Allstars. What a great show that was at the Tab.

[Ubiiquitous]

The only time I ever won anything was when 99X was giving away tix to Orbital/Crystal Method/Low Fidelity Allstars. What a great show that was at the Tab.

That's a great giveaway! I bet it was an awesome show. The Tabernacle is a fantastic venue to see concerts.

Now if only I had won 311 tickets......

[Tybee]

Just to kinda brag a little bit, but I won the Beastie Boys DVD from 99X on Saturday night. I NEVER call in when they ask for the whatever number caller through, but, for some reason, I thought I should just call in and try it and sure enough, I won.

Now why can't this happen when they give away $10,000???? ;)

Congrats! Is this the Criterion set of all their videos or something else?

I won Rush tickets from 96 Rock about 15 years ago and a $100 gc or something from 99X. Now I just listen to my iPod or NPR, and they only ask for money, rather than giving it away. ;)

[Ubiiquitous]

Congrats! Is this the Criterion set of all their videos or something else?

I won Rush tickets from 96 Rock about 15 years ago and a $100 gc or something from 99X. Now I just listen to my iPod or NPR, and they only ask for money, rather than giving it away. ;)

It's called "Awesome! I F-in shot that!", or something like that. It's concert footage where they handed out 60 camcorders to people all over the arena and edited it all together. It was the one that was at Regal Cinemas a few months ago for a one-night only concert. There's also 2 1/2 hours of extras too. Not a huge prize, but I never win anything, so it's big to me. :)

[Tybee]

It's called "Awesome! I F-in shot that!", or something like that. It's concert footage where they handed out 60 camcorders to people all over the arena and edited it all together. It was the one that was at Regal Cinemas a few months ago for a one-night only concert. There's also 2 1/2 hours of extras too. Not a huge prize, but I never win anything, so it's big to me. :)

Ah, okay. I read something about that on DVD Talk. Cool.

Biggest thing I ever won was a 52" (non-HD) TV from the East Lake Publix. It was the big prize in their grand opening celebration contest. There was just this little shoebox with a hole cut out of the top for entries, with a few pads of sheets just asking for name, address, and phone. I found the manager and asked if there was any rule against entering multiple times and he said, "Ummm...Does it say you can't do that on the sheet?" It didn't, so I filled out about 150 of them on my lunch breaks over the next few days (I was working with AmeriCorps at the time, serving in an elementary school down there).

I had completely forgotten about it when they called me two months later to come pick it up. We had to borrow my Dad's truck and none of the store employees would help us because they had been using it in their break room and were pissed about having to give it up (in fact, they kept the remote and I had to go back later to get it). The thing was massive, but thankfully it had wheels, so between my wife, my friend, and I, we were able to get it into the pickup. Getting it down the stairs into the apartment we were in at the time was a BITCH, however.

[Ubiiquitous]

Ah, okay. I read something about that on DVD Talk. Cool.

Biggest thing I ever won was a 52" (non-HD) TV from the East Lake Publix. It was the big prize in their grand opening celebration contest. There was just this little shoebox with a hole cut out of the top for entries, with a few pads of sheets just asking for name, address, and phone. I found the manager and asked if there was any rule against entering multiple times and he said, "Ummm...Does it say you can't do that on the sheet?" It didn't, so I filled out about 150 of them on my lunch breaks over the next few days (I was working with AmeriCorps at the time, serving in an elementary school down there).

I had completely forgotten about it when they called me two months later to come pick it up. We had to borrow my Dad's truck and none of the store employees would help us because they had been using it in their break room and were pissed about having to give it up (in fact, they kept the remote and I had to go back later to get it). The thing was massive, but thankfully it had wheels, so between my wife, my friend, and I, we were able to get it into the pickup. Getting it down the stairs into the apartment we were in at the time was a BITCH, however.

WOW! That's awesome!! You definitely got me beat.....wanna trade prizes? ;)

I know beggers can't be choosers and all, but it's kinda crappy that they were using your prize in their break room. They shouldn't have been allowed to open it, if it was going to be used as a prize. Still, great work!

[Tybee]

WOW! That's awesome!! You definitely got me beat.....wanna trade prizes? ;)

I know beggers can't be choosers and all, but it's kinda crappy that they were using your prize in their break room. They shouldn't have been allowed to open it, if it was going to be used as a prize. Still, great work!

It was in good shape. Still looked new, so I wasn't about to complain. They still had the box, actually, though we had to take it back out because it wouldn't fit in the (full-size) pickup truck with it. We smashed it down and used it as a slide/ramp help get it in and out of the truck and to cushion it while it was in there.

The sad part was I had to sell it about two years later. We moved to Greenville last year and it wouldn't have fit in our house up there. Went for $375 in a yard sale. The TV itself wasn't that great. It was more about the fact that I had won it. The real irony is we ended up moving back less than 8 mos. later. My wife eased the pain by promising we'd get an HDTV in the near future, which we did last month. It's much smaller (32" LCD HDTV) but the picture's a million times better and it doesn't take up half the living room.

[Ubiiquitous]

It was in good shape. Still looked new, so I wasn't about to complain. They still had the box, actually, though we had to take it back out because it wouldn't fit in the (full-size) pickup truck with it. We smashed it down and used it as a slide/ramp help get it in and out of the truck and to cushion it while it was in there.

The sad part was I had to sell it about two years later. We moved to Greenville last year and it wouldn't have fit in our house up there. Went for $375 in a yard sale. The TV itself wasn't that great. It was more about the fact that I had won it. The real irony is we ended up moving back less than 8 mos. later. My wife eased the pain by promising we'd get an HDTV in the near future, which we did last month. It's much smaller (32" LCD HDTV) but the picture's a million times better and it doesn't take up half the living room.


Well, you got me beat. I have a 32" Sony, but it's non-HD and a CRT, not LCD. Still, it's a great TV and I got it for Christmas, so it didn't cost me anything. Welcome back to the ATL, by the way!

[kjauburn]

Anyone see the Halo 2 CE at TRU? I didn't realize it was part of the sale.

[Ubiiquitous]

Anyone see the Halo 2 CE at TRU? I didn't realize it was part of the sale.


I went to the TRU in Buckhead, Duluth, Lithonia and Cobb Parkway and didn't see it.

The TRU in buckhead had a couple of copies of Doom 3:CE which is $9.96, however.....

[kjauburn]

I went to the TRU in Buckhead, Duluth, Lithonia and Cobb Parkway and didn't see it.

The TRU in buckhead had a couple of copies of Doom 3:CE which is $9.96, however.....

I checked Kennesaw with no luck. They had Suikedon Tactics though...

[El Gray]

It's called "Awesome! I F-in shot that!", or something like that. It's concert footage where they handed out 60 camcorders to people all over the arena and edited it all together. It was the one that was at Regal Cinemas a few months ago for a one-night only concert. There's also 2 1/2 hours of extras too. Not a huge prize, but I never win anything, so it's big to me. :)
I saw the film in the theater, and it's great fun. If you're a BBoys fan, you will enjoy it. I was just talking about this movie with a friend over the weekend-- glad to hear the DVD is out. Congrats!

[El Gray]

A quick, easy request:

1) Go here: http://www.mp3.com/feature/rock-the-bells/

2) Click the button next to EDDIE MEEKS.

That's it! The guy is great, and you can listen to several of his tracks on that site if you like-- I recommend "The Bitterdose" and "Fist Fulla Biscuits". Please believe me that he deserves to win this! Support your local talent!

Thanks,
Gray

[Ubiiquitous]

I saw the film in the theater, and it's great fun. If you're a BBoys fan, you will enjoy it. I was just talking about this movie with a friend over the weekend-- glad to hear the DVD is out. Congrats!


Thanks, man...I haven't watched it yet, but I'm sure I will love it.

I've been a Beastie Boy fan since 1985 (Licensed to Ill)......man, am I showing my age on here......;)

[kjauburn]

Thanks, man...I haven't watched it yet, but I'm sure I will love it.

I've been a Beastie Boy fan since 1985 (Licensed to Ill)......man, am I showing my age on here......;)

I remember having a 45 of Brass Monkey. I would listen to it on my sisters record player until I had the tape about 2 years later...

[animemaniac14]

anyone by chance see a Xbox live 12 month card at a TRU for $19.99 somewhere around atlanta? or anywhere within like 25 miles of ATL?

[kjauburn]

anyone by chance see a Xbox live 12 month card at a TRU for $19.99 somewhere around atlanta? or anywhere within like 25 miles of ATL?

I checked Town Center & Northpointe the last few days with no luck. A friend of mine checked out Cumberland today with no luck either. The guy at Cumberland told him someone bought several the other day. If anyone finds them let me know as well.

[gamegrl]

Ok so I'm completely new to this whole site, but have had bad experiences at GS too. I'm moving to Orlando and a friend metioned somehting about Gamerush.....anyone ever been?

[El Gray]

Ok so I'm completely new to this whole site, but have had bad experiences at GS too. I'm moving to Orlando and a friend metioned somehting about Gamerush.....anyone ever been?
Gamerush stores are rare around here. They're inside Blockbuster Video stores. They can sometimes have decent sales/trade-in bonuses, but I've only been to a couple of them, overall.

[organicow]

anyone by chance see a Xbox live 12 month card at a TRU for $19.99 somewhere around atlanta? or anywhere within like 25 miles of ATL?
I got one today at the Northlake mall TRU, and they had like 5 or 6 left after I grabbed mine.

[kjauburn]

I got one today at the Northlake mall TRU, and they had like 5 or 6 left after I grabbed mine.

Damn that's to far of a drive from where I live. Any chance you grabbed a extra?

[Ubiiquitous]

In case anybody is interested, EB Snellville had 1 copy of Marvel vs. Capcom 2 for the XBOX and Gamestop Lilburn had 1 copy of Gitaroo Man. I picked up Baldur's Gate 2 XBOX at the GS Lilburn. Interesting to see so many (OK, 3) rare games in the same day...

[kjauburn]

FYI the Roswell Compusa is going to be closing in the next 2-3 months. Expect them to start having % off everything. I normally stay clear of compusa since I am not a fan of the chain or the prices. However I might stop in when they hit the 50% off range...

[Mr. Wiggly]

This is going around on the main VGD forum above, but I figured I'd let y'all know that the new Perimeter SuperTarget had a bunch of these still in the case at this price. (I haven't checked any other Targets.)

It's a very fun game with a smidge of Metroid/Castlevania underneath all its cutsieness. Plus, the rumblepack thing is neat.

[oldskoolgamer108]

Hello greater ATL people,

i live in the Tucker area but if any of you see a new or excellently used copy of Phantasy Star Online 1&2 plus, Prince of Persia: SOT, or
BeyondGoodandEvil please pass the word on to me. Thanks

[SeanAmI]

I figured this was the best place to ask,

Has anyone heard anything more about a Frys being built in Alpharetta?

Let me know.

[El Gray]

I figured this was the best place to ask,

Has anyone heard anything more about a Frys being built in Alpharetta?

Let me know.
Yep. It's supposed to be just north of the Wal-Mart Supercenter at Hwy. 9 / Windward. Not sure when it's opening.

[Ubiiquitous]

FYI...Best Buy stores got a new shipment of Unreal Championship 2: The Liandri Conflict for the XBOX this week. They are only $4.99!! I haven't played it yet, but everyone I know says it's really good.

I've only been to the Stone Mountain store, and they had at least a dozen of them. I'm sure your local one has a fair quantity as well...

[animemaniac14]

too bad they're not BC with the xbox 360 yet...BOOOO

[guinaevere]

Haven't heard anything about an alpharetta Fry's.

There's a game store I've passed twice now on 41 (cobb pkway) up in Acworth past the new Target and CC, near to where the new super Wally is going. Called Trade and Play I think. Can anyone say if it's worth stopping in?

I finally found the game shop across from neocisco's CC. Some great finds for classic consoles and accessories, but no great deals for more recent games.

[CocheseUGA]

Haven't heard anything about an alpharetta Fry's.

There's a game store I've passed twice now on 41 (cobb pkway) up in Acworth past the new Target and CC, near to where the new super Wally is going. Called Trade and Play I think. Can anyone say if it's worth stopping in?

I finally found the game shop across from neocisco's CC. Some great finds for classic consoles and accessories, but no great deals for more recent games.

They are related. I picked up Gilmore Girls s4 for $10, and I got a DC game I think. Not too great of a selection, but worth a look. Same sort of selection, had some import GC games, too. Skies of Arcadia $25. Wish I had bought it.

[kjauburn]

Yeah both stores are Play N Trade. The one in actworth only has been open for a few months. Just like the one at Town Center its just hit or miss. Really for the older console collectors...

[CocheseUGA]

Yeah both stores are Play N Trade. The one in actworth only has been open for a few months. Just like the one at Town Center its just hit or miss. Really for the older console collectors...

The one at TC is now called Crazy Game Trader or some mess. Found a complete Shenmue and a Saturn Sega Rally there last time. Much better prices than Rhino for DC stuff, if you can find it.

[neocisco]

It's been a week since anybody posted.

So, uh, what's up?

Traffic sucked even more than usual this morning.

Has anybody been to the aquarium?

My favorite employee at the Kennesaw Gamestop (Wal-Mart) quit a couple of weeks ago. Now I have even less reason to go there.

These random thoughts brought to you by my boredom. Who's next?

[CocheseUGA]

I'm headed to MovieStop to see if I can trade in a couple movies. That's about it.

[Dkellar]

My Mom went to the aquarium downtown, and she was disappointed.

[kjauburn]

Besides a few GR's still willing to do the $5 trade in bonus there really hasn't been much to report. Been mainly hitting Rhino with the 2 for 1 for my games so I haven't been stopping at many stores. Besides lucking out and finding 360 vision camera at the kennesaw TRU.

Keeping my eyes out though, the stores will start updating there planograms in the next month or 2 to handle the wii/ps3 upcoming release. Updated planograms normally equates to massive clearances...

[Ubiiquitous]

It's been a week since anybody posted.

So, uh, what's up?

Traffic sucked even more than usual this morning.

Has anybody been to the aquarium?

My favorite employee at the Kennesaw Gamestop (Wal-Mart) quit a couple of weeks ago. Now I have even less reason to go there.

These random thoughts brought to you by my boredom. Who's next?

Dude, I went to the Aquarium on New Year's Day. It was awesome. It's the best aquarium I've ever been to and I've been to Chatanooga, TN, Monterey, CA and a few others I can't remember.....

[kjauburn]

Anyone stop by the Roswell Comp USA. I was in there 2 weeks ago right after they said it was closing. When I was they hadn't started the markdowns yet. When they hit 40-50% off it will probably be worth checking out...

[CocheseUGA]

If anyone heads out to the MS on Barrett, I'm looking for Batman Forever 2-disc used. Preferably under $12.

[SeanAmI]

It's been a week since anybody posted.

So, uh, what's up?

Traffic sucked even more than usual this morning.

Has anybody been to the aquarium?

My favorite employee at the Kennesaw Gamestop (Wal-Mart) quit a couple of weeks ago. Now I have even less reason to go there.

These random thoughts brought to you by my boredom. Who's next?

Ironically (I guess),
I leave really close to the aquarium (Ga Tech) and have never been.

[Ubiiquitous]

By the way, everybody, Kjauburn deserves kudos and congratulations. He made it to the front page and they also mention him in the latest CAG podcast.

Good job, man!! Thanks for repping the ATL!!

[Tybee]

By the way, everybody, Kjauburn deserves kudos and congratulations. He made it to the front page and they also mention him in the latest CAG podcast.

Good job, man!! Thanks for repping the ATL!!

I saw that. Very nice. ATL represent! (says the 32 y.o. white intellectual)

[Ubiiquitous]

I saw that. Very nice. ATL represent! (says the 32 y.o. white intellectual)


HOLY CRAP!! Me too!! Well, 32 in October, anyway...

[kjauburn]

By the way, everybody, Kjauburn deserves kudos and congratulations. He made it to the front page and they also mention him in the latest CAG podcast.

Good job, man!! Thanks for repping the ATL!!

Thanks its always nice to give something back to CAG.

FYI... Not sure if anyone is a Cirque Du Soleil (http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/CirqueDuSoleil/en/default.htm) fan here, but they are coming to ATL Dec. 15th - January 7th. The show is the new show Corteo and tickets are on sale today to Cirque Du Solei club members. Just go to their website and sign up for a free account to purchase tickets. Tickets runs $52.50-$75 and the shows are well worth it. My wife loves the shows and I always take her when they come, usually a new show every year or every other year.

[Tybee]

Thanks its always nice to give something back to CAG.

FYI... Not sure if anyone is a Cirque Du Soleil (http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/CirqueDuSoleil/en/default.htm) fan here, but they are coming to ATL Dec. 15th - January 7th. The show is the new show Corteo and tickets are on sale today to Cirque Du Solei club members. Just go to their website and sign up for a free account to purchase tickets. Tickets runs $52.50-$75 and the shows are well worth it. My wife loves the shows and I always take her when they come, usually a new show every year or every other year.

I love Cirque, though the only show I've seen live is Mystere (twice) in Vegas. Where are they having it? The lot near the Galleria that they used the last few times is now the construction site of the Cobb County Performing Arts Center (or something like that).

[kjauburn]

I love Cirque, though the only show I've seen live is Mystere (twice) in Vegas. Where are they having it? The lot near the Galleria that they used the last few times is now the construction site of the Cobb County Performing Arts Center (or something like that).

Trurthfully I don't know for sure where it is going to be located. Last time I heard they were going to do it near Atlantic Station. I believe 2500 tickets per show are available...

[oldskoolgamer108]

Just scooped up a copy and there were at five or six left. Chances are this will be a universal price drop as the Gamecube sequel will arrive in a few weeks.

Believe it!

[Tybee]

Trurthfully I don't know for sure where it is going to be located. Last time I heard they were going to do it near Atlantic Station. I believe 2500 tickets per show are available...

I just bought tickets for Sufjan Stevens as well as Old Crow Medicine Show, and would like to get some for David Sedaris and/or Ben Harper. So Cirque is, alas, pretty far down the list. ;)

[Ubiiquitous]

I just bought tickets for Sufjan Stevens as well as Old Crow Medicine Show, and would like to get some for David Sedaris and/or Ben Harper. So Cirque is, alas, pretty far down the list. ;)


Sufjan Stevens. A friend just recommended him to me. I listed to some of his stuff and liked it a lot. Might have to buy one of his CD's soon.

He's making an album for each of the 50 states, right? Is that really a realistic endeavor, or is it something he's starting, but knows he's not going to be able to accomplish? If so, that would be an amazing feat. How many artists release 50 albums??

[Tybee]

Sufjan Stevens. A friend just recommended him to me. I listed to some of his stuff and liked it a lot. Might have to buy one of his CD's soon.

He's making an album for each of the 50 states, right? Is that really a realistic endeavor, or is it something he's starting, but knows he's not going to be able to accomplish? If so, that would be an amazing feat. How many artists release 50 albums??

He did say that was his goal, though some have interpreted it to be kind of an elaborate joke. He's released albums that aren't part of the states project ("Seven Swans" came out between "Michigan" and "Illinois," and "Avalanche," his latest, is a collection of B-Sides, rarities, and alternate versions of "Illinois" tracks) and has since said that there are some states he has no interest in doing, like Texas. Also, he seems to have grown weary of fans and interviewers asking him which state is next, so it wouldn't surprise me if he got fed up with the whole idea.

On the other hand, I think his creativity and output are prodigious enough to make it happen. The fact that "Avalanche" is essentially leftovers and is very nearly as good as "Illinois" (which was universally tapped as the best album of 2005) suggests to me that he could do it. Even if he never produced another album, however, he'd still be one of the most brilliant artists alive.

Incidentally, I'd recommend starting with "Illinois" and working out from there.

[Ubiiquitous]

He did say that was his goal, though some have interpreted it to be kind of an elaborate joke. He's released albums that aren't part of the states project ("Seven Swans" came out between "Michigan" and "Illinois," and "Avalanche," his latest, is a collection of B-Sides, rarities, and alternate versions of "Illinois" tracks) and has since said that there are some states he has no interest in doing, like Texas. Also, he seems to have grown weary of fans and interviewers asking him which state is next, so it wouldn't surprise me if he got fed up with the whole idea.

On the other hand, I think his creativity and output are prodigious enough to make it happen. The fact that "Avalanche" is essentially leftovers and is very nearly as good as "Illinois" (which was universally tapped as the best album of 2005) suggests to me that he could do it. Even if he never produced another album, however, he'd still be one of the most brilliant artists alive.

Incidentally, I'd recommend starting with "Illinois" and working out from there.


Maybe he should have chosen Canada instead ;)

I'll have to look for his album next time I'm at Best Buy. Thanks for the information. I'm getting really tired of 99X, The Buzz, etc. I like Dave FM a good bit, but I just need a change. Something different and not this poppy crap that all sounds the same these days.

[El Gray]

Maybe he should have chosen Canada instead ;)

I'll have to look for his album next time I'm at Best Buy. Thanks for the information. I'm getting really tired of 99X, The Buzz, etc. I like Dave FM a good bit, but I just need a change. Something different and not this poppy crap that all sounds the same these days.

Do you ever listen to 88.5? It can be a good source for new jams.

[Ubiiquitous]

Do you ever listen to 88.5? It can be a good source for new jams.

Ah yes, the sounds of Georgia State University. I used to listen to that non-stop back in the day. To be honest, I don't know why I stopped. Thanks for the reminder. I'll put that on my one of my car radio's presets.....

[Tybee]

I sometimes listen to 88.5 and WABE, but mainly I'm just listening to my iPod these days. Commercial radio is a cultural wasteland. Albums I'm loving right now (in addition to Sufjan):

Jenny Lewis & The Watson Twins - Rabbit Fur Coat
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
Neko Case - Fox Confessor Brings the Flood
Thom Yorke - Eraser
David Mead - Tangerine

Eagerly awaiting the new albums from Old Crow Medicine Show and the Indigo Girls. If you're looking for a great source of new music, definitely check out Paste magazine, which is actually produced here in Decatur. They include a free CD and DVD in each bi-monthly issue with tons of great music. Really well written articles, too. Fresher than Pitchfork, more offbeat than Rolling Stone. I'd love to write for them.

http://www.pastemagazine.com/

[Gator]

I hope you guys don't mind, but I thought I'd drop in and plug my trade/sell list. (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=92273) I'm trying to clean up my game collection, as such I have N64, Gamecube, PC, and DS games for sale. I'm also selling Antigrav + Eyetoy and (3rd Party) Samba de Amigo maracas. I'll be putting these things on ebay soon, so if you're interested in anything, then let me know. Although not on my list, I also have a 19" flat CRT monitor and a Razor scooter that I'll be putting on Craig's List, so speak up if you're interested.

Normally I would object to people plugging their lists in this thread, but I just thought since I have some larger items, some of you would be interested since we could avoid shipping costs. Also, I thought I could give my fellow ATL CAGs first dibs. Thanks.

[guinaevere]

Do you ever listen to 88.5? It can be a good source for new jams.
When I'm not listening to AM talk radio, it's generally on 88.5. Some great stuff. I enjoyed hearing some OST game soundtracks one weekend afternoon months back.

And to catch up, I haven't yet been to the Atlanta aquarium, but am dying to see it. And I too, am 32.

[organicow]

I sometimes listen to 88.5 and WABE, but mainly I'm just listening to my iPod these days. Commercial radio is a cultural wasteland. Albums I'm loving right now (in addition to Sufjan):

Jenny Lewis & The Watson Twins - Rabbit Fur Coat
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
Neko Case - Fox Confessor Brings the Flood
Thom Yorke - Eraser
David Mead - Tangerine

Eagerly awaiting the new albums from Old Crow Medicine Show and the Indigo Girls. If you're looking for a great source of new music, definitely check out Paste magazine, which is actually produced here in Decatur. They include a free CD and DVD in each bi-monthly issue with tons of great music. Really well written articles, too. Fresher than Pitchfork, more offbeat than Rolling Stone. I'd love to write for them.

http://www.pastemagazine.com/

Holy crap man, we must've been seperated at birth or something. Not only are we both 30-ish married men in Decatur, but we are listening to very similar music. I absolutely LOVE that Jenny Lewis record, and I've also been digging the Watson Twins' new LP as well. Avalance and Fox Confessor have been in rotation quite a bit too.
My current list:
Bob Dylan "Modern Times"
Beirut "Gulag Orkestar"
Rogue Wave "Decended Like Vultures"
Rufus Wainwright "Want Two"
Guillemots "From the Cliffs"
Summer Hymns "Clemency"
Little Miss Sunshine soundtrack (Devotchka, Sufjan, etc)

I would also recommend visiting Decatur CD or Ella Guru to pick up some fresh, not commercially boring records (I know Tybee knows of these stores....just a tip for the youngsters out there!).

[sprintsucks5892]

Holy crap man, we must've been seperated at birth or something. Not only are we both 30-ish married men in Decatur, but we are listening to very similar music. I absolutely LOVE that Jenny Lewis record, and I've also been digging the Watson Twins' new LP as well. Avalance and Fox Confessor have been in rotation quite a bit too.

Is the Jenny Lewis cd better than Rilo Kiley's More Adventurous (My current favorite Cd of all time)? I heard that it was pretty disappointing, but even still, I still need to get it.

[organicow]

Is the Jenny Lewis cd better than Rilo Kiley's More Adventurous (My current favorite Cd of all time)? I heard that it was pretty disappointing, but even still, I still need to get it.
Well, if you're expecting a Rilo Kiley type sound, then you will be disappointed. Her solo record is more country-oriented with a spash of old-school soul ans a little r'n'r.

[Ubiiquitous]

Hello again, fellow ATLiens.....

I have a fairly noobish question that I'm too embarassed to ask in the appropriate forum, for fear of endless ridicule, so I'll ask here to the people I know won't give me a hard time....;)

I have an XBOX and hope to get a 360 soon. My Live subscription ran out a few months ago, and I'm thinking about getting a new one b/c I hear it will transfer over to a 360. I also hear if you buy a gold for the 360, it will NOT transfer down to the XBOX.....

With that verbose setup now in place, my question is wouldn't it just make sense to buy a Live membership for the old XBOX and then transfer it to the 360?? That because I will be able to get on Live on the old XBOX AND the 360 that way.....Is that accurate???

It just doesn't make sense to buy a 360 gold membership if I also have the old XBOX...

Thanks guys and gals....

[CocheseUGA]

According to this (http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/systemuse/xbox360/account/migrationfaq.htm) you would be correct. But, it also states you can use either Xbox no matter how you purchase it.

No matter which system you were using when you started your Xbox Live membership, you can sign in to Xbox Live from either console as long as you maintain the same gamertag and keep your membership paid up.

[CocheseUGA]

According to this (http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/systemuse/xbox360/account/migrationfaq.htm) you would be correct. But, it also states you can use either Xbox no matter how you purchase it.

No matter which system you were using when you started your Xbox Live membership, you can sign in to Xbox Live from either console as long as you maintain the same gamertag and keep your membership paid up.

[Tybee]

Is the Jenny Lewis cd better than Rilo Kiley's More Adventurous (My current favorite Cd of all time)? I heard that it was pretty disappointing, but even still, I still need to get it.

I have both, and frankly I feel "Rabbit Fur Coat" blows "More Adventurous" away. But like Organicow says, it depends on the musical tastes you bring to the table.

Organicow: I'm all over the new Dylan. Plan to pick it up this week. Just saw "Little Miss Sunshine" for the second time last night. ;)

[rupan_sansei]

If anyone's interested, the Toys R Us in Kennesaw today had 4 copies of Taiko Drum Master (game+drum) for $13. Also, 3 copies of Donkey Konga w/bongos for $20.

[Ubiiquitous]

According to this (http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/systemuse/xbox360/account/migrationfaq.htm) you would be correct. But, it also states you can use either Xbox no matter how you purchase it.


Wow, thanks, Cochese. I didn't think it would go backwards. That's good news. Now, I just need to finally get a freakin' 360!!

Thanks again for the information...I guess I could have just gone to the xbox site in the first place...:oops:

Thanks again, bro....

[neocisco]

If anyone's interested, the Toys R Us in Kennesaw today had 4 copies of Taiko Drum Master (game+drum) for $13. Also, 3 copies of Donkey Konga w/bongos for $20.

I saw the Taiko today too except there were 5 when I was in. Does anybody know the trade value for this at any stores?

[rupan_sansei]

I saw the Taiko today too except there were 5 when I was in. Does anybody know the trade value for this at any stores?

There WERE 5. One came home with me. :D

[neocisco]

There WERE 5. One came home with me. :D
I thought so.:lol:

[grundy]

I walked into the Rhino on Hwy 92 about 4 days ago and was shocked to see a brand new sealed Phoenix Wright staring at me from the glass case. Well, stupid me, kept debating whether or not to pick it up (look it's $29.99 and I'm a cheap ass)

However, after digging in my collection for some trades. I walked in today thinking by now Phoenix would have been gone. Shocking as it may sound, there were now a total of THREE, new Ace Attorneys in stock.

So, having to pay only $10 after trades, there are now two copies left if anyone is still looking for that game

-Brian

[neocisco]

Here's a little somethin' just for the ATL CAG's. All of the Donkey Konga games have dropped to $15 to $20, depending on the title. The Kennesaw store still has 2 copies of DK w/drums in stock. They're still tagged at $49.99 but will sell for $19.99. They're on the bottom of the GC accessory section. There are also 3 copies of Donkey Konga 2 and 1 Donkey Konga: Jungle Beat. I think those are $14.99 each and they have been tagged. I'm off tomorrow so go get 'em if you want 'em (or check a store closer to you). I'm not posting these prices under CC markdowns until Friday so you guys have a headstart. Enjoy.

[Tybee]

Hey guys,

Just curious about who here is planning to pick up a Wii at launch. Where do you plan to get it? Are you preordering? All-nighting? I want it on day 1, but I'm not sure how to go about it. Except for portables, this will be the first console I'm going after on launch day. Gwen, I noticed you've been active in some of the Wii pre-order threads. What are your plans? Maybe we should start organizing.

Also, has anyone seen Cooking Mama at any of the BB's around town? I want to get it with a GGC but haven't found it yet.

[El Gray]

After the last-minute surprise of FREE GAME with the DS Lite, I don't plan on pre-ordering anywhere. I'll go down the street to Edgewood, and get it at BB, Target, or EB. I do hope to get one at or near launch.

[Tybee]

After the last-minute surprise of FREE GAME with the DS Lite, I don't plan on pre-ordering anywhere. I'll go down the street to Edgewood, and get it at BB, Target, or EB. I do hope to get one at or near launch.

I've never preordered simply because I've never seen the point, even for something like this where there is a genuine chance of shortages (though probably not if Nintendo puts out 4 million before the end of the year, as they're saying they will). But there will always be eBay assholes, and that means all bets are off, especially as far as getting it in the first couple weeks.

That said, I really don't think there will be any deals along the lines of the free Brain Age with DS Lite. That was for a re-release of an existing system and was more to create awareness. Retailers know people are going to be lined up for the Wii and PS3 and hence have no motivation to offer deals. New consoles beget bundle rip-offs, not deals.

My plan is to get the console itself on launch day wherever I can, then use as many GGCs as I can to get an extra remote, nunchuku, and a couple games at BB.

[organicow]

Hey guys,

Just curious about who here is planning to pick up a Wii at launch. Where do you plan to get it? Are you preordering? All-nighting? I want it on day 1, but I'm not sure how to go about it. Except for portables, this will be the first console I'm going after on launch day. Gwen, I noticed you've been active in some of the Wii pre-order threads. What are your plans? Maybe we should start organizing.
I had been planning to pre-order my Wii at the Northlake Mall EB, but I decided a few weeks back that it wasn't such a great idea. See, my house has been for sale, and I knew that I'd likely be moved (I'm going to San Francisco) before the Wii launch. Boy am I glad I pre-ordered from Amazon instead; sure as shit, my house sold yesterday (!!!!), and I'll be moving to SF in about 3 weeks.

And yes, I am officially panicking about moving 2000+ miles away.;)

[Ubiiquitous]

I had been planning to pre-order my Wii at the Northlake Mall EB, but I decided a few weeks back that it wasn't such a great idea. See, my house has been for sale, and I knew that I'd likely be moved (I'm going to San Francisco) before the Wii launch. Boy am I glad I pre-ordered from Amazon instead; sure as shit, my house sold yesterday (!!!!), and I'll be moving to SF in about 3 weeks.

And yes, I am officially panicking about moving 2000+ miles away.;)

Congrats!! I'm from the Bay Area (Antioch), and I miss it terribly. It's much nicer out there than Georgia, albeit more expensive....

Make sure you don't forget about us and visit this thread, even though you'll be 3,000 miles away!!

[rupan_sansei]

I'm hoping Gamestop/EB do a real pre-order, unlike that garbage they're pushing out in Hawaii.

I've never pre-ordered a system, but I want one on the release day and I really don't want to be running around searching for one or standing in line all night at a Best Buy.

[Tybee]

I had been planning to pre-order my Wii at the Northlake Mall EB, but I decided a few weeks back that it wasn't such a great idea. See, my house has been for sale, and I knew that I'd likely be moved (I'm going to San Francisco) before the Wii launch. Boy am I glad I pre-ordered from Amazon instead; sure as shit, my house sold yesterday (!!!!), and I'll be moving to SF in about 3 weeks.

And yes, I am officially panicking about moving 2000+ miles away.;)

Hey, congrats man. I'd be panicking too. I almost lost my shit moving to SC, so I know you're tense. Moving out there for a job? We'll be sorry to see you go.

[kjauburn]

San Francisco is going to hurt the wallet, but its a nice place. I was originally slated for a 6 month project out there, but the travel would have killed me. The wife and I might plan a trip out there next year.

As for the Wii I had EB and GR credit set aside to preorder it, but the morning I saw it on Amazon I said screw it and preordered it. I figure I can use the credit on games later on for the 360/Wii. I hate preordering anything, but with only a million units I am not planning on taking a day off to stand in line or anything crazy like that. If Eb does a straight up preorder I plan on grabbing one from there as well. Figure the first one that comes in I will keep. Sell the second to a friend...

[Tybee]

Well, apparently Amazon will be taking more pre-orders when they get their alottment numbers from Nintendo, so maybe I'll do that. Then I'll just get games and accessories at the B&M's.

[simple]

I'll be preordering at Edgewood whenever that is announced -- gotta love that half block walk. If theres a problem, there's always BB and Target right there. The Target was pretty unprepared to sell DS Lites on launch day, and apparently rightly so -- I was the only one there, it was like 830 am, and they hadn't even brought it out of the stockroom yet. So while there'd probably be a higher demand and bigger pressure for Target to 'have it together' at Wii launch, I don't think there will be too much stress getting one from that area.

[Tybee]

I'll be preordering at Edgewood whenever that is announced -- gotta love that half block walk. If theres a problem, there's always BB and Target right there. The Target was pretty unprepared to sell DS Lites on launch day, and apparently rightly so -- I was the only one there, it was like 830 am, and they hadn't even brought it out of the stockroom yet. So while there'd probably be a higher demand and bigger pressure for Target to 'have it together' at Wii launch, I don't think there will be too much stress getting one from that area.

Probably right. More people in Edgewood are worried about scoring weed than video games, methinks. ;)

But I'm boycotting EB/GS for the whole $50 trade-in preorder debacle anyway. Even if it's just in Hawaii, the fact that they're considering such a thing makes me never want to give them my money again.

[Ubiiquitous]

I'm bumping this bad boy up. There's got to be something going on in the ATL.

[kjauburn]

Anyone know whether the Roswell Compusa started to blow out their inventory? I haven't been there for awhile, but its on the store closure list.

GR's seem to have received the pink/black ds lites if you have credit to burn...

[sprintsucks5892]

Anyone know whether the Roswell Compusa started to blow out their inventory? I haven't been there for awhile, but its on the store closure list.

GR's seem to have received the pink/black ds lites if you have credit to burn...
I remember seeing a man with a sign saying the Roswell Compusa was closing/blowing out inventory a few weeks ago. So probably a while.

[guinaevere]

I'm bumping this bad boy up. There's got to be something going on in the ATL.
Sure is. I'm hitting neocisco's CC this friday to see what they've got. Ain't that exciting?



*snores*

[kjauburn]

Time to hit the local GR's for the most recent price drops. Some great prices of a few PSP games...

[Tybee]

I've basically halted all game purchasing at this point and have begun allocating Wii funds. So not much of anything going on around here right now. Football and Lego Star Wars II should keep me occupied for a while. ;)

Did anyone else almost have a coronary watching the Georgia/Colorado game?

[CocheseUGA]

Anyone lucky enough to snag a 1/2 price 360 at Borders?

[Tybee]

Anyone lucky enough to snag a 1/2 price 360 at Borders?

I've never seen a video game at a Borders in Georgia, much less a console.

[Ubiiquitous]

I've basically halted all game purchasing at this point and have begun allocating Wii funds. So not much of anything going on around here right now. Football and Lego Star Wars II should keep me occupied for a while. ;)

Did anyone else almost have a coronary watching the Georgia/Colorado game?


Yeah, it was friggin' ridiculous. I was incredibly glad they won, but they really deserved to lose. That was pathetic. One bright note: Cox looked really good. I hate to say it, but I was glad Joe T got injured. He's not that great a QB. Stafford has an amazing arm, but he's not ready for full-time duty yet. Perhaps next year.

Anyone hear what happened to David Pollack? Broke his neck and out for year. A shame.....

[Tybee]

Yeah, it was friggin' ridiculous. I was incredibly glad they won, but they really deserved to lose. That was pathetic. One bright note: Cox looked really good. I hate to say it, but I was glad Joe T got injured. He's not that great a QB. Stafford has an amazing arm, but he's not ready for full-time duty yet. Perhaps next year.

I'm with you there. Joe T. is obviously an incredibly nice guy, but he doesn't have the talent or the killer instinct to be a starting QB. I think it's still a tossup between Stafford and Cox. Half the problem with Stafford is the receivers don't seem prepared for his arm. But these are the problems you want. Two freshman QBs with loads of talent. I totally agree with Richt's strategy of starting one until he gets into trouble, then swapping in the other. Repeat as necessary until one demonstrates he's ready for the job full time. Keep Joe T. on the bench for emergencies and to signal plays. ;)

Anyone hear what happened to David Pollack? Broke his neck and out for year. A shame.....

I saw that. Cochese's avatar reminded me. It's so sad. I've never enjoyed watching UGA as much as when he and Green were playing. Unfortunately, the way I've heard it, he's out for more than a year. His football career may be over. Somewhere, Lee Corso is weeping.

[CocheseUGA]

I'm with you there. Joe T. is obviously an incredibly nice guy, but he doesn't have the talent or the killer instinct to be a starting QB. I think it's still a tossup between Stafford and Cox. Half the problem with Stafford is the receivers don't seem prepared for his arm. But these are the problems you want. Two freshman QBs with loads of talent. I totally agree with Richt's strategy of starting one until he gets into trouble, then swapping in the other. Repeat as necessary until one demonstrates he's ready for the job full time. Keep Joe T. on the bench for emergencies and to signal plays. ;)



I saw that. Cochese's avatar reminded me. It's so sad. I've never enjoyed watching UGA as much as when he and Green were playing. Unfortunately, the way I've heard it, he's out for more than a year. His football career may be over. Somewhere, Lee Corso is weeping.

Last I heard, he was jumping around and 'Being David' in the hospital room, according to Marvin Lewis.

Confirmed (9/18): They expect him to be ready in plenty of time for the 2007 season.

[Ubiiquitous]

Last I heard, he was jumping around and 'Being David' in the hospital room, according to Marvin Lewis.

Confirmed (9/18): They expect him to be ready in plenty of time for the 2007 season.


Hey Cochese, when did you put your avatar up? I was just wondering if it was your version of the "Madden Curse"... ;) j/k, by the way...

P.S. How is you family? Still doing to stay-at-home dad thing? Hope you and your family are well!!

[CocheseUGA]

Hey Cochese, when did you put your avatar up? I was just wondering if it was your version of the "Madden Curse"... ;) j/k, by the way...

P.S. How is you family? Still doing to stay-at-home dad thing? Hope you and your family are well!!

Put it up about two weeks ago, after it happened. Doing great, got a girl in my hands right now. We need some extra money, I posted for help trying to find some WFH jobs. Needless to say, games don't happen unless I hit Rhino's deal.

[Ubiiquitous]

Put it up about two weeks ago, after it happened. Doing great, got a girl in my hands right now. We need some extra money, I posted for help trying to find some WFH jobs. Needless to say, games don't happen unless I hit Rhino's deal.

I hear that, man. If I hear anything, I'll let you know. Hope it all works out for you!

[organicow]

Last I heard, he was jumping around and 'Being David' in the hospital room, according to Marvin Lewis.

Confirmed (9/18): They expect him to be ready in plenty of time for the 2007 season.
Random story:
I used to be Pollack's boss. Yup, that's right. And now he could stomp my ass in two seconds just for fun.

Back when Pollack was a Junior & Senior in HS (he went to my old HS, too), he worked as a dishwasher at Stone Mountain Pizza Cafe. I was the manager at the time, and I had this other kid (Taylor Cox - a not-as-famous player) washing dishes for us. One day, Taylor came in with this fucking enormous dude and said, "This is my buddy David - can you give him a job?" Actually, we did need another dishwasher, so I hired him.
He worked for me for a while, and then went off to school at GA. The next time I saw him, I was sitting in a bar in the Highlands watching a GA game about 2 years later and I about passed out when I saw his ass on TV.

I'm really glad he's gonna be alright. He never really seemed to have much goin' on in the ol' noggin, but he was always nice as shit.

/my silly story

[Ubiiquitous]

Random story:
I used to be Pollack's boss. Yup, that's right. And now he could stomp my ass in two seconds just for fun.

Back when Pollack was a Junior & Senior in HS (he went to my old HS, too), he worked as a dishwasher at Stone Mountain Pizza Cafe. I was the manager at the time, and I had this other kid (Taylor Cox - a not-as-famous player) washing dishes for us. One day, Taylor came in with this fucking enormous dude and said, "This is my buddy David - can you give him a job?" Actually, we did need another dishwasher, so I hired him.
He worked for me for a while, and then went off to school at GA. The next time I saw him, I was sitting in a bar in the Highlands watching a GA game about 2 years later and I about passed out when I saw his ass on TV.

I'm really glad he's gonna be alright. He never really seemed to have much goin' on in the ol' noggin, but he was always nice as shit.

/my silly story


Was that the place right behind Best Buy on East Park Place???

[organicow]

Was that the place right behind Best Buy on East Park Place???
Yes sir. In '01 I ditched Stone Mountain and became the manager of the "sister" store, Avondale Pizza Cafe. My sister-in-law currently works at the 'new' Stone Mountain Pizza Cafe part time.

I can honestly say that I threw doughballs at David Pollack.8-) ;)

[Ubiiquitous]

Yes sir. In '01 I ditched Stone Mountain and became the manager of the "sister" store, Avondale Pizza Cafe. My sister-in-law currently works at the 'new' Stone Mountain Pizza Cafe part time.

I can honestly say that I threw doughballs at David Pollack.8-) ;)


Dude, I used to work at that Best Buy right there in college. Went to that place quite a bit. Hell, I might have even talked to you before. Small world....

[sprintsucks5892]

The Swap USA in Discover Mills mall is switching from Video Games to gambling supplies, and are clearing out their gaming stuff. I *may* have seen some games behind the counter, but I'm not sure.
However, they have TONS of guides marked down to $1.99. A lot of shit, but there is some treasure in there (And a Xenosaga 2 guide for $9.).
I got a Misadventures of Tron Bonne guide and a PN 03 (Just to have the game AND guide) for $4 total.
Worth a look if you're in the area.

[neocisco]

The Swap USA in Discover Mills mall is switching from Video Games to gambling supplies, and are clearing out their gaming stuff. I *may* have seen some games behind the counter, but I'm not sure.
However, they have TONS of guides marked down to $1.99. A lot of shit, but there is some treasure in there (And a Xenosaga 2 guide for $9.).
I got a Misadventures of Tron Bonne guide and a PN 03 (Just to have the game AND guide) for $4 total.
Worth a look if you're in the area.
Discover Mills is a little too far for me but if anybody can find any guides on my list I would be more than willing to pay for them to be shipped to me plus a $1 extra for each guide. Not a huge incentive, I know, but if anybody can help me out I would really appreciate it. Thanks.

GUIDES

Battlefield 1942
Battlefield 1942: The Road to Rome
Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of World War II
C-12: Final Resistance
Crimson Sea-Xbox
Crimson Sea 2-PS2
Dynasty Warriors 4-PS2
Dynasty Warriors 5: Empires-360
Flatout
Freedom Force
Galerians
Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance-Xbox
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets-GC
Hitman: Codename 47-PC
Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction
Kingdom Under Fire: Crusaders
Kingdom Under Fire: Heroes
Metroid Prime
Naval Ops: Commander
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2-PS2
No One Lives Forever-PS2
Pirates: The Legend of Black Kat-PS2
Pro Race Driver-PS2
Rise of the Kasai
Sub Rebellion
Sum of All Fears-PC
The Thing-PS2

[Tybee]

So now that the EB/GS Wii preorder plans are on the table, is anyone planning to show up Friday morning? Thought I might hit Edgewood and see what's what. Then I'll just have to pick up games and accessories on launch day.

[rupan_sansei]

Yep, I'll be visiting Gamestop/EB tomorrow morning. Did anyone participate in the PS3 lineups in Kennesaw? I'm curious how long the lines got around here.

[guinaevere]

Did anyone participate in the PS3 lineups in Kennesaw? I'm curious how long the lines got around here.
Um... what? Lines? Where? As in WHERE in Kennesaw?


Speaking of Kennesaw, I met NeoCisco yesterday. Bought a strategy guide off of him. What a great guy!! =D

[simple]

I'll probably walk down to the EB at Edgewood at well around 10. I'm working from home in the morning, so it'll be a nice break. I'm not expecting a line, but who knows!

[Tybee]

Well, there will be at least two of us there. He wouldn't give me a firm number on the number they're alotting, but said it was small. I suggested around 15 and he said that sounded about right.

I'll probably get there between 8:00 and 9:00 and hang out in the car unless an actual line starts to form.

[Gator]

Only 15?? If all this talk about underestimated production is true, then it should be more than 15.

I was in the Edgewood EB last night and asked them about their PS3 preorders. The (cute) girl said that people were lined up when the employees arrived at 10am. One guy in line claimed he showed up at 2am. They sold out of preorders immediately. Sheesh.

Also, are any of you headed to the Nintendo Fusion Tour at the Tabernacle tomorrow night? I thought about going, but a friend of mine magically received tickets to the Florida/Auburn game, so I'll be headed out of town. I'll be interested to hear how it goes.

[Tybee]

Only 15?? If all this talk about underestimated production is true, then it should be more than 15.

I was in the Edgewood EB last night and asked them about their PS3 preorders. The (cute) girl said that people were lined up when the employees arrived at 10am. One guy in line claimed he showed up at 2am. They sold out of preorders immediately. Sheesh.

Also, are any of you headed to the Nintendo Fusion Tour at the Tabernacle tomorrow night? I thought about going, but a friend of mine magically received tickets to the Florida/Auburn game, so I'll be headed out of town. I'll be interested to hear how it goes.

The general feeling seems to be that Nintendo is holding back the majority of systems for the Walmarts, Targets, TRUs, and Best Buys of the world, which fits with the system's broader appeal and "Hot Toy" status. And don't forget online retailers. That and they will probably be sending more frequent shipments to GS/EB post launch. You can rest assured all of those extra units we've been hearing about won't just be sitting in a warehouse, that's for sure.

My theory is that even with those high numbers, GS/EB is intentionally understating the Wii numbers they will get at launch, partly to avoid the 360 debacle, and partly to ensure more on hand for people walking in off the street, i.e., like the normal Christmas shoppers and perhaps a few gamers who didn't think they wanted one until 5 minutes after it arrived.

[Tybee]

Got to Edgewood around 7:15 only to discover I was 15th in line and the store had 14 alotted for pre-order. *grumble* The earliest guys (Tech students) had gotten there around 2 am and reportedly set up a tent. They maintained a written list of who arrived when, which kept things orderly. I hung around til 10:00 just in case there was a mistake in the number, but no dice. She did advise the SOL's that they quite possibly would be getting more for launch and that we should try calling every evening to see what the deal is. She also said all online preorders would be bundles and that no other B&M retailers would be doing preorders.

There were about 15-20 people in line behind me, not including 10 or so people who walked (and who knows how many driving) by and said screw it. There were a couple of the same people there who had been there earlier in the week for the PS3 pre-order (including one of the guys who actually got one), and they said that there were only 12 people there for that.

Anyone else have any luck? Around 8:00 I asked if anyone there was a CAG but only one or two people even knew what I was talking about. Were you there, simple?

[guinaevere]

The Swap USA in Discover Mills mall is switching from Video Games to gambling supplies, and are clearing out their gaming stuff. I *may* have seen some games behind the counter, but I'm not sure.
I spoke with the fellow working yesterday, and most of the games are gone (they've been selling their inventory on eBay). They do still have some N64 titles "out back" and if you're looking for a specific game, give them a call to see if they have what you're looking for.

I asked about a complete 3DO system, which he said they also still have for $40, but I know I can beat that price.

However, they have TONS of guides marked down to $1.99. A lot of shit, but there is some treasure in there (And a Xenosaga 2 guide for $9.).
A lot of sports titles at this point. I had fun looking through the bin and straightening everything out (I'm a neat-a-fier, if I'm rummaging through something I naturally straighten the stuff up as I go), but didn't see much.

I got a Misadventures of Tron Bonne guide and a PN 03 (Just to have the game AND guide) for $4 total.
ha! I was looking at those two as well. Tron Bonne not so much, but I was tempted to pick up Vanessa, but not at $3.99 just for the sake of having it. I've used a faq to get every possible outfit/upgrade already.

I also debated picking up Dino Crisis 1 & 2 guides, again because I enjoyed the games (one more than two), and partly because my old friend Dan Birlew wrote the second one. But I'm trying to clear out stuff I don't need

Worth a look if you're in the area.
Definately!

Just a word of caution. If you stop to buy your Mother a coffee at Joe Mugs at Books a Million across the hall, try not to let the older gentleman start talking to you about coffee. I got a 7-minute education about coffee beans, was given different coffee beans to smell, and was offered all sorts of cookies to take. The nicest man, but I had a hard time getting away from there.


Cisco, all I was able to find for you was The Thing strat guide. If you want to shoot me a PM as when it'd be okay to bring it by, that would be great.

Got to Edgewood around 7:15 only to discover I was 15th in line and the store had 14 alotted for pre-order. *grumble* The earliest guys (Tech students) had gotten there around 2 am and reportedly set up a tent.
For the Wii??? It's not that I'm not happy as all get out that folks are this excited about Nintendo, but dang!

[rupan_sansei]

Hit gold at the Gamestop in Kennesaw of Barrett Parkway by the new Super Wal-Mart. Was #3 in line at 8:10am. They had 10 systems. A few folks were sent away.

People were saying the other Gamestop just around the corner by the Barnes & Noble was packed with people.

[El Gray]

Wow... glad I didn't bother going to Edgewood. I wouldn't have been there that early, despite my proximity!

I'll plan to get one at a big box store on launch, or thereabouts.

[guinaevere]

Dang, that's just awesome! I got off the phone with the local DM and the Wii preorders sold out in her district by 10 am.

The reason I'm so shocked was because I strolled into my local EB tuesday having forgot all about the ps3 preorder on Monday, and was able to pre-order mine tuesday afternoon. I hadn't realized they reserved one slot for me... I just thought there wasn't the big rush everyone had expected. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/guinaevere/smilies/blush.gif

My store rocks, I tell you.

That same afternoon some kid was all excited about the Mortal Kombat and the poster he was able to get. Hearing about a poster, I chimed up, "oh, is there one for me?" The kid tells me you only were able to get one if you pre-ordered the special edition. The AM says, "no she doesn't." The kid begins, "What? I thought it was only for-" The AM interrupts, "No. SHE doesn't." http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/guinaevere/smilies/smile_eager.gif

So I also asked about the neato Tales of the Abyss cell which is really what caught my eye, and got that as well. They're too good in there.

What I can't figure out is the DM. That's her anchor store, and by all impressions, she's not terribly keen on me. But when the store manager asks for her to keep an eye out for something for me (like the KHII hearts standee) she goes all out to find it. It's not as if she doesn't know the requests are for me, because she'll keep me updated on whatever it is whenever I see her in the store... *shrugs*

I guess it's just me, I'm intimidated by go go go business women. Even during my corporate years, I just could never identify with that sort of personality. Folks would come into my office and smile at my toys displayed on desks and shelves.

eh... end of ramble. apologies.

[Ubiiquitous]

Got to Edgewood around 7:15 only to discover I was 15th in line and the store had 14 alotted for pre-order. *grumble* The earliest guys (Tech students) had gotten there around 2 am and reportedly set up a tent. They maintained a written list of who arrived when, which kept things orderly. I hung around til 10:00 just in case there was a mistake in the number, but no dice. She did advise the SOL's that they quite possibly would be getting more for launch and that we should try calling every evening to see what the deal is. She also said all online preorders would be bundles and that no other B&M retailers would be doing preorders.

There were about 15-20 people in line behind me, not including 10 or so people who walked (and who knows how many driving) by and said screw it. There were a couple of the same people there who had been there earlier in the week for the PS3 pre-order (including one of the guys who actually got one), and they said that there were only 12 people there for that.

Anyone else have any luck? Around 8:00 I asked if anyone there was a CAG but only one or two people even knew what I was talking about. Were you there, simple?

That sucks, but you should be fine to get one at Best Buy, provided you camp out the night before. My theory is for the PS3 and Wii releases is your going to have to do some sort of "camping". Whether it be for the pre-order at EB/GS/WM etc., or the actual purchase in November at places that don't do pre-orders (i.e. Best Buy, CC(?)). I would rather "camp" at Best Buy, because (1) they will get the highest quantity and (2) EB/GS make me nervous when it comes to pre-orders. In the past with games and systems, they seem to not get as many as they originally thought, so people who pre-ordered months in advance are still without their product on day 1......

Just my theory, but it's all good no matter which way a person does it. ;)

[Ubiiquitous]

Dang, that's just awesome! I got off the phone with the local DM and the Wii preorders sold out in her district by 10 am.

The reason I'm so shocked was because I strolled into my local EB tuesday having forgot all about the ps3 preorder on Monday, and was able to pre-order mine tuesday afternoon. I hadn't realized they reserved one slot for me... I just thought there wasn't the big rush everyone had expected. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/guinaevere/smilies/blush.gif

My store rocks, I tell you.

That same afternoon some kid was all excited about the Mortal Kombat and the poster he was able to get. Hearing about a poster, I chimed up, "oh, is there one for me?" The kid tells me you only were able to get one if you pre-ordered the special edition. The AM says, "no she doesn't." The kid begins, "What? I thought it was only for-" The AM interrupts, "No. SHE doesn't." http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/guinaevere/smilies/smile_eager.gif

So I also asked about the neato Tales of the Abyss cell which is really what caught my eye, and got that as well. They're too good in there.

What I can't figure out is the DM. That's her anchor store, and by all impressions, she's not terribly keen on me. But when the store manager asks for her to keep an eye out for something for me (like the KHII hearts standee) she goes all out to find it. It's not as if she doesn't know the requests are for me, because she'll keep me updated on whatever it is whenever I see her in the store... *shrugs*

I guess it's just me, I'm intimidated by go go go business women. Even during my corporate years, I just could never identify with that sort of personality. Folks would come into my office and smile at my toys displayed on desks and shelves.

eh... end of ramble. apologies.

That's a cool story. Wish I had that kind of relationship with my local stores.....

Which store is that? On the North side??? Probably so, I'm guessing. The stores in the South/East Gwinnett area where I live don't seem to work that way, usually.. Anyway, good for you!!

[Tybee]

That sucks, but you should be fine to get one at Best Buy, provided you camp out the night before. My theory is for the PS3 and Wii releases is your going to have to do some sort of "camping". Whether it be for the pre-order at EB/GS/WM etc., or the actual purchase in November at places that don't do pre-orders (i.e. Best Buy, CC(?)). I would rather "camp" at Best Buy, because (1) they will get the highest quantity and (2) EB/GS make me nervous when it comes to pre-orders. In the past with games and systems, they seem to not get as many as they originally thought, so people who pre-ordered months in advance are still without their product on day 1......

Just my theory, but it's all good no matter which way a person does it. ;)

Yeah, I just didn't want to have to camp TWICE. :roll: When I came walking up they looked at me like I was the saddest leper they'd ever seen. "Duuuuude. Sucks to be you."

One of the guys in line this morning said that his friend works at the Edgewood BB and that they would be getting, I believe, 58 Wiis. I'll be honest and admit that I forget the exact number he said. But he seemed very sure about it and acted like it was common knowledge. Whatever. My plan at this point is to hit a 24-hour Wal-Mart on Saturday night, then if that doesn't pan out, camp at the Best Buy or Target at Edgewood bright and early (a.k.a. 2 fucking AM) Sunday morning.

[Ubiiquitous]

Yeah, I just didn't want to have to camp TWICE. :roll: When I came walking up they looked at me like I was the saddest leper they'd ever seen. "Duuuuude. Sucks to be you."

One of the guys in line this morning said that his friend works at the Edgewood BB and that they would be getting, I believe, 58 Wiis. I'll be honest and admit that I forget the exact number he said. But he seemed very sure about it and acted like it was common knowledge. Whatever. My plan at this point is to hit a 24-hour Wal-Mart on Saturday night, then if that doesn't pan out, camp at the Best Buy or Target at Edgewood bright and early (a.k.a. 2 fucking AM) Sunday morning.


I did that for the PS2 back in 2000 at the Stone Mountain Best Buy. It was pretty cold, but, honestly, I had a lot of fun. I was there with a couple of friends, and the waiting and anticipation made it worthwhile.

Your Wal-Mart idea might be the best. Would they just put it on sale at Midnight? I would think so. That would eliminate the need to camp....

[Tybee]

I did that for the PS2 back in 2000 at the Stone Mountain Best Buy. It was pretty cold, but, honestly, I had a lot of fun. I was there with a couple of friends, and the waiting and anticipation made it worthwhile.

Your Wal-Mart idea might be the best. Would they just put it on sale at Midnight? I would think so. That would eliminate the need to camp....

Yeah, but the catch there is that everything just timeshifts backwards. So people will start camping there Saturday morning, I imagine.

I think it would be a good idea for us to organize, if only to head off the same frustration I went through this morning. Might also be a good excuse to have a meet. Is anyone else planning to get the Wii on Nov. 19?

[guinaevere]

Which store is that? On the North side??? Probably so, I'm guessing. The stores in the South/East Gwinnett area where I live don't seem to work that way, usually.. Anyway, good for you!!
Sadly some of the stores I've visited have folks working that really have no real interest in their customers.

I'm actually out west towards Douglasville & Paulding County.

And thanks! =)

I think it would be a good idea for us to organize, if only to head off the same frustration I went through this morning. Might also be a good excuse to have a meet. Is anyone else planning to get the Wii on Nov. 19?
You betchya. I was planning on picking one up at a Sam's Club, unless they only have absurd bundles.

But I'd be up for camping out with some fellow CAGs, definately. Don't think I'm paranoid, but I'd actually prefer that than waiting during dark hours of the night or morning with total strangers. It just sounds a tad safer. Of course, having met almost none of you, I could be totally wrong. =P

And to answer Ubii's question about 24 hour Wal-Marts who sell at 12am, Tybee is absolutely correct. There will be people waiting as early as 6pm Saturday night in the Layaway area.

[CocheseUGA]

Yeah, but the catch there is that everything just timeshifts backwards. So people will start camping there Saturday morning, I imagine.

I think it would be a good idea for us to organize, if only to head off the same frustration I went through this morning. Might also be a good excuse to have a meet. Is anyone else planning to get the Wii on Nov. 19?


Wal-mart is an easy choice: you're most likely inside, people with you can go buy you chips and Vault to keep you comfy, hell, you could even snah a chair from Lawn & Garden. That sounds easy to me. Plus, no overnight crap.

BTW, isn't WW getting rid of their layways?

[eltonto]

Wal-mart is an easy choice: you're most likely inside, people with you can go buy you chips and Vault to keep you comfy, hell, you could even snah a chair from Lawn & Garden. That sounds easy to me. Plus, no overnight crap.

BTW, isn't WW getting rid of their layways?

Yeah, I got my 360 at the 24 hr Walmart at lawrenceville HWy. Went on sale at Midnight. People would volunteer to make runs to the Mcdonalds inside, get red bull, get candy, beef jerky, etc. It was like a group strangers became best friends over a system launch. Nobody ran off with people's money. It was beautiful. Unfortunately my father hates videogames and refused to even come to take my seat so I could stretch my legs or get something to eat for an hour and the worst part we live five minutes from the walmart and he is retired with all the time in the world (asshole). Not the first time in my life that I have been served by strangers well. I had a friend who got his PS2 at launch at the BB at Northlake and people were cutting in line (especially by big,buff guys), trying to hustle people, etc etc. I'm sorry to much shit can happen that will make that camp out a waste of time.

BTW I'm 110% sure that 24 hr Walmarts will have a Wii/Ps3 sale at midnight. It should be announced on their Sunday flyer the weekend before. Wii I will arrive around 10am (18th). Ps3 I will arrive about 7am (16th).

[guinaevere]

Wal-mart is an easy choice: you're most likely inside, people with you can go buy you chips and Vault to keep you comfy, hell, you could even snah a chair from Lawn & Garden. That sounds easy to me. Plus, no overnight crap.

BTW, isn't WW getting rid of their layways?
At the previous releases, Wally set out chairs for the campers. Yes, Layaway is going extinct in Wal-Mart. And it's going to be kinda chilly, someone may want to bring a thermos of hot chocolate or soup. =D

Wii I will arrive around 10am (18th). Ps3 I will arrive about 7am (16th).
And wait over 12 hours?!?! That's too much, my friend. You'll be a wreck sitting in there all day.

[Tybee]

So if we do this thing, where should we do it? If Wal-Mart, I was picturing the one on Cobb Parkway, as it's the closest 24-hour one I could think of. But maybe it'd make more sense to go to a more remote location.

Can I just say that the thought of willingly spending more than 30 mins. in a Wal-Mart scares the living shit out of me? But I'll do it for Nintendo.

[eltonto]

So if we do this thing, where should we do it? If Wal-Mart, I was picturing the one on Cobb Parkway, as it's the closest 24-hour one I could think of. But maybe it'd make more sense to go to a more remote location.

Can I just say that the thought of willingly spending more than 30 mins. in a Wal-Mart scares the living shit out of me? But I'll do it for Nintendo.

One can't get more remote than the 24hr. Walmart on Lawrenceville Highway. Nothing but hills and trees surrounding. It reminds me of a ghost town. I talk to the manager in the videogame dept and he expects to get about 50 PS3 (they got 77 360s at launch) and about 130 Wiis. At least thats what corporate told him. Thats were I'm going.

[eltonto]

At the previous releases, Wally set out chairs for the campers. Yes, Layaway is going extinct in Wal-Mart. And it's going to be kinda chilly, someone may want to bring a thermos of hot chocolate or soup. =D


And wait over 12 hours?!?! That's too much, my friend. You'll be a wreck sitting in there all day.

Did it for the 360. Between small talk with strangers, white trash throwing a fit at lawaway (the best and very entertaining), my labtop with about 50 movies ripped onto the Hard Drive (thanks Netflix), a couple back up batteries for the labtop, and about $15 for food/drinks trust me its not that hard. BTW did I mention the spectacles that white trash at layaway form when their stuff is missing, can't put a certain item on layaway etc. etc.....the best comedy ever. Plus remember layaway isn't ending until the 20th of Nov. according to the signs at Wal-Mart so the launch lines will still be there. Man I can't wait.

Example:

Cuuuzzz me sir. I need to speak to yourth managaaaa......my 13 inch Sanyo Tv payment is "afixto" come through put I need more time to tha finish the paying the a-balance off me thinks. MAN GOOD TIME AND LAUGHS AT THESE POOR BASTARDS.

[guinaevere]

So if we do this thing, where should we do it? If Wal-Mart, I was picturing the one on Cobb Parkway, as it's the closest 24-hour one I could think of. But maybe it'd make more sense to go to a more remote location.
Honestly, I'm not a fan of the Cobb Parkway Wally (you're talking Marietta/Smyrna area, I'm assuming... because futher up north on 41, I know of two more Wallys near to Acworth. Keep going up towards Cartersville (I think that's the name of the town) there's another Wally by that Rhino.

I know the one I'm hoping for is out of y'alls way, but it's actually nice. It's on Dallas Highyway... although doing a store search the address comes out as
Wal-Mart Supercenter Store #3403, 3615 Marietta Highway, Dallas, GA 30157. It's new, the staff and management are super nice. Far and away the only Wally I usually enjoy stepping foot into.

Can I just say that the thought of willingly spending more than 30 mins. in a Wal-Mart scares the living shit out of me? But I'll do it for Nintendo.ha! You're a good soldier, Tybee.

Be proud of me, I was in the above mentioned Wally the other evening, and I wound up selling 5 DSlite's to a couple families who were asking a clerk questions about the GBA and DS and PSP... the kid (big surprize) wasn't terribly game-savvy, so I spoke up and started talking with the parents and their kids. I even took out my DS to let them see how you can play either GBA or DS games, and let them play around with the system and the game play hands on for a few minutes. There was an interactive, but most parents are hesitant to stoop over so low (honestly, the interactives are set at about two feet off the ground... who other than a pre-schooler will play with that? And when do pre-schoolers have disposable income to actually purchase said system?).

One lady bought three DSlites, the other two familys bought one DSlite each.

BTW did I mention the spectacles that white trash at layaway form when their stuff is missing, can't put a certain item on layaway etc. etc.....the best comedy ever.
I dislike that anyone would ever feel the need to get agitated over material goods; life's way too short. And I really don't find another persons' misfortune humerous. *shrugs*

[Tybee]

Honestly, I'm not a fan of the Cobb Parkway Wally (you're talking Marietta/Smyrna area, I'm assuming... because futher up north on 41, I know of two more Wallys near to Acworth. Keep going up towards Cartersville (I think that's the name of the town) there's another Wally by that Rhino.

I know the one I'm hoping for is out of y'alls way, but it's actually nice. It's on Dallas Highyway... although doing a store search the address comes out as
Wal-Mart Supercenter Store #3403, 3615 Marietta Highway, Dallas, GA 30157. It's new, the staff and management are super nice. Far and away the only Wally I usually enjoy stepping foot into.

Yeah, I know the Smyrna one is trashy. It was just the most centrally-located 24-hour one I could think of. But that's probably a good reason to avoid it. I'm no connoisseur of Wal-Marts because, as I intimated, I spend most of my time avoiding them if at all possible. While I will defer to the crowd, I think Dallas is a bit extreme. Lawrenceville Hwy is the best suggestion I've heard so far. Is that one decent? We might also want to figure the expected alottment at any given store into this equasion. As we get closer, hopefully we'll be able to find out which store is getting more.

I dislike that anyone would ever feel the need to get agitated over material goods; life's way too short. And I really don't find another persons' misfortune humerous. *shrugs*

Ditto that. That shit (which seems to be Wal-Mart's stock and trade) depresses rather than amuses me. But being inside, the prospect of chairs, an orderly system of handling the waiters, and finishing the ordeal (rather than just starting) at midnight are compelling reasons to take our chances there.

EDIT: Well now it's looking like TRU will be doing preorders for the Wii, starting Oct. 29. I'd much rather give them my money, especially if it saves me having to sit in line for 5+ hours on launch weekend. They should get a huge number of units given their relatively small number of stores and the fact that Nintendo has named them their "official" launch partner. Guess we'll see what happens.

[guinaevere]

I think Dallas is a bit extreme.
Trust me, I realize that. It's not near to any highway, and for that reason alone most everyone here would vote against it.

Lawrenceville Hwy is the best suggestion I've heard so far. Is that one decent?I'm not sure that I even know where Lawrenceville is. Not that I couldn't make the effort to actually find it if a bunch of folks were to meet there.

We might also want to figure the expected alottment at any given store into this equasion. As we get closer, hopefully we'll be able to find out which store is getting more.
And if they'll be doing lottery vs first come first served. If it's lottery, then folks should just show up at that Wally's requested time-frame.

EDIT: Well now it's looking like TRU will be doing preorders for the Wii, starting Oct. 29. I'd much rather give them my money, especially if it saves me having to sit in line for 5+ hours on launch weekend.Awesome.

[El Gray]

Being "in Lawrenceville" and "on Lawrenceville Hwy" are two very different locations. Which one is it?

[Tybee]

Trust me, I realize that. It's not near to any highway, and for that reason alone most everyone here would vote against it.

I'm not sure that I even know where Lawrenceville is. Not that I couldn't make the effort to actually find it if a bunch of folks were to meet there.

Don't feel bad. I had to look it up too. It's in Duluth. On the way we can go to Super H Mart (http://www.hmart.com) and stock up on Asian snacks to round out the Nintendo experience. Sittin' in line noshing on fresh-made sushi and kimchi will help to both offset the Wal-Martness and drive away the nonbelievers. ;)

Here's the store finder results for Atlanta:

http://www.walmart.com/cservice/ca_storefinder_results.gsp?sfsearch_zip=30030&serviceName=ALL&sfatt=ALL&rx_title=&rx_dest=%2Findex.gsp

And if they'll be doing lottery vs first come first served. If it's lottery, then folks should just show up at that Wally's requested time-frame.

Do some Wal-Marts use a lottery? I thought they all used FCFS?

Did you know there are only three TRU's left in Atlanta? Tucker, Smyrna, and the one near Phipps. That's crazy. I knew they were on the fast slide to oblivion, but I didn't realize they'd thinned out so much.

[Blues]

I second the Dallas Hwy Walmart, that was the first place I saw Xbox360's after the shortage ended, since I've moved to this part of town I go there instead of the Acworth one and it's always better stocked. I will be there after work that Saturday night to try to score a Wii.

[neocisco]

Did you know there are only three TRU's left in Atlanta? Tucker, Smyrna, and the one near Phipps. That's crazy. I knew they were on the fast slide to oblivion, but I didn't realize they'd thinned out so much.
You're forgetting Kennesaw unless it closed down in the last 3 days.

[fatbollet]

Anyone know if the FYE's around town are doing the trade 4 get 1 deal?

Thanks.

[Tybee]

You're forgetting Kennesaw unless it closed down in the last 3 days.

Oops...Check that. Their store locator is just poorly designed.

Plenty of TRUs to go around...for now. ;)

[grundy]

Has anyone seen the Gargoyles season 2 part 1 DVD anywhere? :headache: Wal-Mart got rid of their copies a long time ago, and now I've learned that Best Buy is no longer carrying it. Any suggestions other than on-line?

Thanks,
-B

[El Gray]

Oops...Check that. Their store locator is just poorly designed.

Plenty of TRUs to go around...for now. ;)
Yeah, I THINK the one at Northpoint is still going strong... I was in there not too long ago.

[El Gray]

Has anyone seen the Gargoyles season 2 part 1 DVD anywhere? :headache: Wal-Mart got rid of their copies a long time ago, and now I've learned that Best Buy is no longer carrying it. Any suggestions other than on-line?

Thanks,
-B
Do you have something against DDD?
http://www.deepdiscountdvd.com/dvd.cfm?itemID=BVD041349

Probably as good a price as you'll find.

I'll keep an eye out locally, though. Maybe a mall store or something?

[guinaevere]

On the way we can go to Super H Mart (http://www.hmart.com) and stock up on Asian snacks to round out the Nintendo experience. Sittin' in line noshing on fresh-made sushi and kimchi will help to both offset the Wal-Martness and drive away the nonbelievers. ;)
:galomp: I love you Tybee!! To date I've been limited to Tomato on Cobb Parkway... this looks AWESOME!! Now to figger out where Duluth is. I know exactly where I'll be getting lost tomorrow. YAAAAAyy!! Driving home with a cold Boss Coffee. Life rocks.

Do some Wal-Marts use a lottery? I thought they all used FCFS?
For the 360, the Wallys around here used the lottery system. If you strike out during TRUs pre-order, we'll have to inquire of our Wmarts for the manner in which they'll be doing the launch.

You're forgetting Kennesaw unless it closed down in the last 3 days.
Oh, you didn't get the memo? Smartguy. =P

And there's a decent one in Douglasville. Also one out in Rome, but I only go to that one if I drive out there to browse their liberry.

[Tybee]

:galomp: I love you Tybee!! To date I've been limited to Tomato on Cobb Parkway... this looks AWESOME!! Now to figger out where Duluth is. I know exactly where I'll be getting lost tomorrow. YAAAAAyy!! Driving home with a cold Boss Coffee. Life rocks.

Yeah, Super H Mart is the shit. Are there specific food-related things you're looking for? Make sure you also check out Your Dekalb Farmer's Market down in my neck of the woods.

For the 360, the Wallys around here used the lottery system. If you strike out during TRUs pre-order, we'll have to inquire of our Wmarts for the manner in which they'll be doing the launch.

Well, the latest is that TRU will be requiring bundles. Depending on the composition of said bundles, Wal-Mart may still be very much on the table. I've got Zelda paid for at EB and would just assume get everything else at Best Buy with GGCs.

And there's a decent one in Douglasville. Also one out in Rome, but I only go to that one if I drive out there to browse their liberry.

When you're in Douglasville, make sure you eat at Gumbeaux's (http://www.gumbeauxs.com) (in the historic part of town, away from the mall but not too far). Best cajun/creole food outside of New Orleans. I'm not exaggerating. :drool:

[guinaevere]

Yeah, Super H Mart is the shit. Are there specific food-related things you're looking for? Make sure you also check out Your Dekalb Farmer's Market down in my neck of the woods.
I haven't been to a Farmer's Market in over 20 years. But that may be fun to see some time. Is it weekend only?

As for japanese food, all I really need at the moment is noodles. Aside from food, I also love the toys and candy and drinks at Tomato. Anything in a cute package I buy. In fact, that's probably what I liked best about Shenmue and Shenmue II... being able to buy goofy Japanese-packaged thangs.

OH! that reminds me. If anyone is in Discover Mills Mall, go into Pica Pica (the sort of japanese dollar general). At the back of the store there is a display hanging on an endcap. At first appearance I thought it was little packages of shoe cleaner/polisher... but then I saw this great Engrish note that someone in the store put on the display so people would know what it is... it is, "Fixer for Stink." I so need a tiny digicamera to keep in my purse for moments like that.


If anyone around here speaks or reads Japanese, Tomato has a ton of used Manga and they rent videos (of what, I have no idea).


Well, the latest is that TRU will be requiring bundles. Depending on the composition of said bundles, Wal-Mart may still be very much on the table. I've got Zelda paid for at EB and would just assume get everything else at Best Buy with GGCs.
Hrmm... I don't know how ethical this is, but if the bundle is not too bad and includes say Twilight Princess and another controller or whatever, you *could* use the pre-pay of Zelda towards a different game at EB. Just a thought.

When you're in Douglasville, make sure you eat at Gumbeaux's (http://www.gumbeauxs.com) (in the historic part of town, away from the mall but not too far). Best cajun/creole food outside of New Orleans. I'm not exaggerating. :drool:I know exactly where it is. On the main road (it's Bankhead Highway further north, it may be Veterans Highway or whatever in D-ville). Never ate there. My friends make fun of me for being about as white-bread as it's possible to be. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/guinaevere/smilies/blush.gif

[Tybee]

I haven't been to a Farmer's Market in over 20 years. But that may be fun to see some time. Is it weekend only?

Well, "farmer's market" is probably a little deceptive in describing it, as it's much, much more than that. Basically, it's the best place to get produce, meat, seafood and international grocery items in Atlanta. It's huge. If there's a weird vegetable from the darkest reaches of Africa or some obscure variety of rice, they have it, and it's probably organic. The quality and selection is amazing and they're ridiculously cheap, too. It's open from 9:00 - 9:00, 7 days a week. Just make sure you bring cash, check, or debit/ATM, as they don't take credit cards.

http://www.dekalbfarmersmarket.com/

As for japanese food, all I really need at the moment is noodles. Aside from food, I also love the toys and candy and drinks at Tomato. Anything in a cute package I buy. In fact, that's probably what I liked best about Shenmue and Shenmue II... being able to buy goofy Japanese-packaged thangs.

Then don't go to Super H Mart. You'll be poor. ;)

Hrmm... I don't know how ethical this is, but if the bundle is not too bad and includes say Twilight Princess and another controller or whatever, you *could* use the pre-pay of Zelda towards a different game at EB. Just a thought.

Thought about that. Might change it to Elebits or Trauma Center, which probably won't be as easy to find at the big box stores around launch. I'll have a better idea of what I want to do once someone gets their hands on the Big Toy Book and we find out the preorder details.

I know exactly where it is. On the main road (it's Bankhead Highway further north, it may be Veterans Highway or whatever in D-ville). Never ate there. My friends make fun of me for being about as white-bread as it's possible to be. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/guinaevere/smilies/blush.gif

Oh, you have to eat there. It's sooooo good. It's really the best thing in Douglasville. Wish we had a cajun place that good in Atlanta proper.

[guinaevere]

Thought about that. Might change it to Elebits or Trauma Center, which probably won't be as easy to find at the big box stores around launch.
*crying* Why are you not getting Red Steel? That looks SO good!

Then don't go to Super H Mart. You'll be poor. ;)
I'm out the door as we speak... AND I just found out that they're right close to that other MicroCenter. I'll picking up a few things there too.

BTW as we're also talking Wii, they (microcenter) has a generic brand SD 1 gig card for $15, and a 2 gig about the same price after rebates.

Oh, you have to eat there. It's sooooo good. It's really the best thing in Douglasville.
Not today. I'm I planning on sitting in atlanta traffic for a good long while going to Hmart. =D

[Tybee]

*crying* Why are you not getting Red Steel? That looks SO good!

Meh...I've never been a FPS (that's first person shooter or first person slasher...take your pick) fan. Plus, I can already see my wife rolling her eyes. I may get it. Dunno. But there are other things I want first.

I'm out the door as we speak... AND I just found out that they're right close to that other MicroCenter. I'll picking up a few things there too.

BTW as we're also talking Wii, they (microcenter) has a generic brand SD 1 gig card for $15, and a 2 gig about the same price after rebates.

Good to know. There's actually a Microcenter here near where I work. May have to pick one up.

Not today. I'm I planning on sitting in atlanta traffic for a good long while going to Hmart. =D

Well, I didn't mean TODAY, necessarily. Just next time you're in Douglasville.

Incidentally, I took a quick accounting of the DS stock over at the Smyrna TRU today in anticipation of the B2G1 sale next week. They're clearly in flux right now, moving things around for Wii/PS3 and phasing out GBA. Everyone be prepared to spot for one another next week. I'll be looking for:

- Contact
- Touch Detective
- Phoenix Wright
- Magical Starshine

Whether I'll actually find three of those is doubtful, but we live in hope. :roll:

[guinaevere]

Meh...I've never been a FPS (that's first person shooter or first person slasher...take your pick) fan.
bah.

Plus, I can already see my wife rolling her eyes.
Double bah. Get it for her. Mrs Tybee will love it!

I may get it. Dunno.
Sugar, you only get a game because you actually want o play it. But at least check out the youtube promo for it (http://www.dojoofpain.com/redsteel/link.html?i=iC0B64).


Well, I didn't mean TODAY, necessarily. Just next time you're in Douglasville.Which was yesterday. I'm in Hiram, and the Center where I volunteer is actually... well it's pretty much across the street from Gumbeaux now that I think of it. ^__^;;

Everyone be prepared to spot for one another next week. I'll be looking for:

- Contact
- Touch Detective
- Phoenix Wright
- Magical Starshine
Gah, never thought of Phoenix being in the TRU 2/1 sale. I just picked it up yesterday for my bro (so I finally got my own copy back) at MicroCenter for 29.99.

I think I'll call the Rome TRU tomorrow to ask for certain titles, because I know about the only good DS game at Douglasville is Trauma Center. Will Contact and Touch Detective be out next week?

Anyway, yeah people post your want games for TRU here so we can keep an eye out for everyone.

[Tybee]

bah.


Double bah. Get it for her. Mrs Tybee will love it!


Sugar, you only get a game because you actually want o play it. But at least check out the youtube promo for it (http://www.dojoofpain.com/redsteel/link.html?i=iC0B64).

It depends on how much I have to play besides that (and there's a lot). I might rent it, someone might get it for me for Christmas. I can't imagine Mrs. Tybee getting anywhere near it, but who knows.

Which was yesterday. I'm in Hiram, and the Center where I volunteer is actually... well it's pretty much across the street from Gumbeaux now that I think of it. ^__^;;

Go and let me know what you think. My favorites are the seafood gumbo and the red beans and rice.

Gah, never thought of Phoenix being in the TRU 2/1 sale. I just picked it up yesterday for my bro (so I finally got my own copy back) at MicroCenter for 29.99.

I think I'll call the Rome TRU tomorrow to ask for certain titles, because I know about the only good DS game at Douglasville is Trauma Center. Will Contact and Touch Detective be out next week?

Anyway, yeah people post your want games for TRU here so we can keep an eye out for everyone.

I would be shocked if Phoenix Wright showed up anywhere. Contact is coming out (sporadically) this week. Touch Detective and Magical Starsign come out next week. The first will be hard to find, the latter, being a Nintendo published title, should be obtainable.

[neocisco]

Phoenix Wright is currently in stock at my CC (Kennesaw). I have 5 copies so you might be able to find it at some other CC's that are closer.

[Tybee]

Phoenix Wright is currently in stock at my CC (Kennesaw). I have 5 copies so you might be able to find it at some other CC's that are closer.

Oh, I know it's around. I just meant finding it at TRU for the B2G1 sale would be unlikely.

[fatbollet]

Has anyone done the FYE trade-in deal in Atlanta? I called 2 stores and they both said the trade 4 used for one new is over.....

[guinaevere]

I've only been into the FYE in the Arbor Place Mall (douglasville) once and that was a year or so ago. So I couldn't tell you.

[rupan_sansei]

I've never seen this before, so I don't know if it's something new or I just haven't noticed, but the Best Buy in Kennesaw is selling a few import games now for those interested. I saw Jump Superstars ($50) and Naruto ($40) for the DS a few days ago. Also a Naruto game for the PSP.

[Gator]

Yeah, Fry's in Duluth also has import games. I can't remember the price, but they had a pretty wide selection.

[El Gray]

Anyone getting anything awesome in the TRU sale?

In other news, I think I will wait for the new year to get a Wii. My birthday is then. :D

[Tybee]

Anyone getting anything awesome in the TRU sale?

In other news, I think I will wait for the new year to get a Wii. My birthday is then. :D

Still scouting. Most stores should get their new game shipments by today, so I'm going to do final check probably tomorrow.

[tinyandi]

Hi All. Thanks to Tybee, I just found this thread. Fellow Atlantan here, just saying "Hi!" If any people are going to be at TRU this weekend, let me know!!! :-)

[tinyandi]

FYI...TRU on Cobb has 4 PS3s and 18 Wiis available this weekend. The TRU on Buckhead is going to make sure the line is regulated and does not know how many PS3s/Wiis its getting. The TRU in Marietta will get 5 PS3s and no information on the Wiis yet.

I hope this helps!

[rupan_sansei]

The newly remodeled Target in Kennesaw has their Wii accessories set up today, including the glowing gift cards.

[Ubiiquitous]

Hi All. Thanks to Tybee, I just found this thread. Fellow Atlantan here, just saying "Hi!" If any people are going to be at TRU this weekend, let me know!!! :-)


Good to meet you!! Welcome to the board; it's good to have you. Let us know if there's anything you need. There are some really great people in this thread, so you will like it....

[Tybee]

FYI...TRU on Cobb has 4 PS3s and 18 Wiis available this weekend. The TRU on Buckhead is going to make sure the line is regulated and does not know how many PS3s/Wiis its getting. The TRU in Marietta will get 5 PS3s and no information on the Wiis yet.

I hope this helps!

Hey andi. Glad you made it. Nice to meet you.

I'll probably be hitting the TRU in Tucker since it's closest to my house. I should probably call them and find out how they're going to be handling things. Might possibly detour to the one near Phipps. I'm only interested in the Wii.

The newly remodeled Target in Kennesaw has their Wii accessories set up today, including the glowing gift cards.

Thanks for the tip! Don't know that I can make it up there any time soon, but I'm going to check the big Target over on North Druid Hills on my way home tonight.

[Gator]

The Edgewood Target has its Wii accessories on the shelf (although I didn't see any giftcards).

[neocisco]

If any of you are interested the Buckhead CC will probably be selling PS3 at midnight, 11/16. I say probably because this hasn't been made definite yet, just very likely. When I know for sure I'll let everyone know.

[tinyandi]

I'll be that the TRU on Cobb on Sunday, if any of you happen to be there, say "hi!" to the short girl in line. :-)

[B-Random]

So does anyone here have the hook up in a retail store that is selling PS3s, that could help us secure one at launch or at least let us know when they are restocked? Thanks.

[Tybee]

The Target Greatland on North Druid Hills does have the Wii stuff out, including the cards. Got one. Very cool.

Also, went by the TRU in Tucker tonight and spoke to the RZone manager. He said they will be doing PS3 preorders Sunday, but that district management was being very obtuse about Wii preorders. He said up until today they said they weren't doing them, now they're saying "maybe," which I took to mean yes. He didn't know how they'd be handling the line but said it's quite possible they'll be using a ticket system. Told me to call tomorrow afternoon and he'd probably know more. Anyway, of all the TRUs I've been to recently, it's the most well taken care of and the manager seemed nice, so I feel confident taking my chances there.

[guinaevere]

If any of you are interested the Buckhead CC will probably be selling PS3 at midnight, 11/16. I say probably because this hasn't been made definite yet, just very likely. When I know for sure I'll let everyone know.
I'm assuming that means other CCs won't be doing a midnight sale for the PS3?

I'm curious cisco, do you know if Buckhead (or any of the CCs) have their projected ps3 numbers? Only because if my understandings are correct, it would appear that the entire store will be open at midnight for a handful of people. Not that other people may come in during the hour to buy a dvd or lcd or have firedog program their remote control... but then again... maybe they won't.

I'll be that the TRU on Cobb on Sunday, if any of you happen to be there, say "hi!" to the short girl in line. :-)
Welcome andi!

I'm finally feeling a little better so I'm amped to go out shopping tomorrow. I'll be hitting a few TRUs and EBs. ...I'll be the tall girl in line. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/guinaevere/smilies/blush.gif


By the way Tybee, have you seen the TRU/wii pre-order Now (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=112867) thread on the main Video Game Deal forum? It could possibly be a whole lot of nothing thanks to website typo/error that popped up around 10pm Eastern. But you may want to call your local TRU early in the morning to double check.

We don't want to see you missing another pre-order event.


Speaking of pre-orders. I'm having a crisis of conscience with my ps3 preorder. I'm not a huge sony fan, but I had nothing really against them. The Playstation was great. The ps2 is... the weakest of current gen, but there are always a number of games only playable on that specific console...

But this whole thing of Sony putting Lik-Sang out of bidness with that psp lawsuit really frosted me. Namely because the dang thing is REGION FREE!!!

They killed Bleem! (dreamcast) which I can understand, though it still annoyed me at the time, as there were games which ran smoother using BleemCast than the PS. Yes, I tried to justify the Bleem because I liked it. Logically I know they had every right to protect their console from losing sales.


Now they flat out killed LikSang by a lawsuit which I found more vindictive as I can't see how it effected the overall Sony sales. What's lost in Europe was by default, re-captured by the Japanese product.

What also irritates me is that Sony was shrewd enough to go after a HongKong based-business, when they know there are mainland China businesses which do far worse in damages to their sales by copyright infringement/patent infringement et cetera... yet they haven't gone after these Chinese factions as they know they'll get words and no results.

If they had the guts to truly go after big fish who pull gobs of money out of the entertainment industry each year by bootlegging, even in a communist country which protects themselves... then I'd feel Sony were doing what they ought to do. As it stands I feel they're just trying to make an example out of a legit HK establishment.


Now, if LS was selling phoney PSPs, then I'd say Sony is in the right no question. All they were doing, per my understanding of the legal filings, is selling worldwide a product which they were a vendor of anyway. If I'm wrong, someone please clarify.

And sorry for the rant in here guys. I'm just debating what I ought to do about my local pre-order.

[Tybee]

And sorry for the rant in here guys. I'm just debating what I ought to do about my local pre-order.

Do what Lik-Sang would do. Buy it and resell it. ;)

[tinyandi]

I'll be that the TRU on Cobb on Sunday, if any of you happen to be there, say "hi!" to the short girl in line. :-)

Haha...nevermind. I drove through last night at 7pm and saw already 7 people in line for the 5PS3s. I'll be going to another TRU today.

[tinyandi]

FYI. The Toys R Us in Buckhead was taking Preorders for the Wii yesterday. Also, aside from Cobb, no TRUs have lines in them as of 11:00am this morning. :-)

[Tybee]

FYI. The Toys R Us in Buckhead was taking Preorders for the Wii yesterday. Also, aside from Cobb, no TRUs have lines in them as of 11:00am this morning. :-)

Jesus. Don't these people have lives?

Anyway, I don't know what I'm going to do at this point. My wife has already forbidden camping out. Guess I'll arrive around 6 am tomorrow and take my chances. I just have the sinking feeling that it's going to be EB/GS all over again and I'd be better off just waiting until Nov. 19.

[guinaevere]

Do what Lik-Sang would do. Buy it and resell it. ;)
Now that's a crafty mind you have there, Tybee.

[Blues]

Damn, already that many people at the cobb tru huh... I guess I'll be taking my chances with walmart on launch night (for a wii anyway, not ps3)

[tinyandi]

5 people in Alpharetta, 3 people in Kennesaw. Tucker and Buckhead are NOT allowing lines and will call the cops for loitering. How do you all recommend trying to get in on the pre-orders in Tucker and Buckhead?

[rupan_sansei]

5 people in Alpharetta, 3 people in Kennesaw. Tucker and Buckhead are NOT allowing lines and will call the cops for loitering. How do you all recommend trying to get in on the pre-orders in Tucker and Buckhead?

Have you tried the one by Cumberland mall?

Edit: Nevermind. Cobb. Duh

[tinyandi]

Yeah, 7 people as of Friday night.

Any experience with mall security at Tucker or Buckhead? How should I go about it if I go tonight?

[Tybee]

Yeah, 7 people as of Friday night.

Any experience with mall security at Tucker or Buckhead? How should I go about it if I go tonight?

The one in Tucker is in kind of a dodgy area. Don't know that I'd be hanging out there by myself (or in a small group) with money in my pocket. And there are always bullets flying in Buckhead on a Saturday night. So I can see why they're discouraging people from camping out at those locations.

[Mr. Wiggly]

There are two more boxes in "poor" condition but they seemed to have all their contents. They're not in the usual endcap location, but back behind the electronics where the musical instruments and clock radios live.

No Wii stuff out yet - no glowing gift cards. I didn't get a chance to ask the guy at the counter because he was helping a number of folks.