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Original Thread: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/...d.php?t=252608

Pros:
- Color is pretty much identical
- Manual clips hold the manual more firm than a normal case
- Disc is easier to get out as it has the "push button" release

Cons:
- Spine edge of case is matte finish. It if more rough to the touch. There are a few legit 360 cases that are similar but normally they are smooth.
- Case is harder to open. It makes a "click" sound instead of the normal "thud" of a legit case.
- Disc is harder to get IN to the case. It has the push button release but you have to push pretty firm to get it in.
- Case feels a bit cheap. Not that bad when the game is in the case, but it is noticeable.

Overall I am happy-ish with the cases. Can't really complain for the price and they will be a good replacement for broken cases or ones you get from the store that have stickers + security stuff on them.

Overall I give them a 7.5 / 10

1. Take a guess which one is the meritline case.

2. Spine images.

3. Close up of spine. Take note of the gritty finish on the new case.

4. The plastic on the new cases kind of bubbles on the edge. Not noticable when there is a game in there.

5. Inner part of Vesperia + New case.

6. Two tester games in their original cases.

7. MW2 in the new case w/ the original case next to it.

8. Vesperia in the new case w/ original case next to it.

Ok...?

Damn, I was very interested in a 10 pack for $2.30, but the $6.60 shipping turned me away.

I dunno. Do you feel like I do that the differences in the boxes make it look or feel like you might have a bootleg?

I'd be worried if I got a box like that in a trade. Maybe I'm just picky?

Originally Posted by WormFOODx I dunno. Do you feel like I do that the differences in the boxes make it look or feel like you might have a bootleg? I'd be worried if I got a box like that in a trade. Maybe I'm just picky?

Well, it is between that or a broken OEM case. The last 5-6 trades I have had, the cases exploded in the mail.

Originally Posted by WormFOODx I dunno. Do you feel like I do that the differences in the boxes make it look or feel like you might have a bootleg? I'd be worried if I got a box like that in a trade. Maybe I'm just picky?

I at least wouldn't be happy if I receive a copy with third party cases like this from trades or buying used copies

No need to poop on the OP. These are great for replacements. I've had issues with cases breaking here and there, and sometimes I get used games with broken cases or no cases. I myself got some replacement PS3 cases. They're black instead of clear, but I think they work great.

Originally Posted by sherisdoppel I at least wouldn't be happy if I receive a copy with third party cases like this from trades or buying used copies

Well, it is definitely a better alternative than the ones you sometimes get at Gamestop or other used games stores. Or ones that have a ton of stickers, etc... on them. Or for people who don't have a choice with a service like Goozex.

I keep my stuff it really good condition and it is frustrating when others don't do the same... But sometimes there isn't a lot you can do. Unless you are collecting... it doesn't matter as much.

I recently had a break in at my house, and 40 of my xbox games were stolen. Problem was - the cases were only for display! I had the games themselves hidden away! So I was looking to replace all of them, this will be perfect. Where do you find the covers for games? Do you print them?

I've been looking for double disc cases, either with a tray or double disc on the right panel, for the games I have two copies of, usually co-op or multiplayer, and obviously in green. I've found plenty of other color ones just not green ones.

Originally Posted by pieman396 I recently had a break in at my house, and 40 of my xbox games were stolen. Problem was - the cases were only for display! I had the games themselves hidden away! So I was looking to replace all of them, this will be perfect. Where do you find the covers for games? Do you print them?

google?

Not bad, OP. Might have to consider these. Anyone ever find anything really good on eBay as far as 360 cases go? I've gotten some good cases for various other things (mostly for movies from rental place sales) on the cheap. Suppose that might be another good source, though, I've had various degrees of success.

Originally Posted by zenintrude Ok...?

Great pointless post.

Originally Posted by pieman396 I recently had a break in at my house, and 40 of my xbox games were stolen. Problem was - the cases were only for display! I had the games themselves hidden away! So I was looking to replace all of them, this will be perfect. Where do you find the covers for games? Do you print them?

thecoverproject.net

I use photo paper to print them & cut them with a paper trimmer.

Originally Posted by FrankTheFrowner thecoverproject.net I use photo paper to print them & cut them with a paper trimmer.

I print them at Fedex Kinko's. It's 59 cents a page and they print it on semi-gloss paper that I think it pretty close to the original case art.

Anyway, just an alternative in case your printer sucks or something.

Originally Posted by Access_Denied I print them at Fedex Kinko's. It's 59 cents a page and they print it on semi-gloss paper that I think it pretty close to the original case art. Anyway, just an alternative in case your printer sucks or something.

Some Kinko's will raise a stink about copyright if your bringing scans of the original art. Once they wouldn't print a cover because it had a barcode, but printed the one that just had "not for resale". Got tired of the hit/miss and just started hitting up Office Depot.

Originally Posted by Brother Daz Damn, I was very interested in a 10 pack for $2.30, but the $6.60 shipping turned me away.

I feel you my shipping was 9.xx so i decided not to bite

Ya it's not the greatest price for just 10 cases. I got 20 shipped for $12 which is almost .50 a case. If for some reason you need more it gets cheaper and cheaper.

Originally Posted by pieman396 I recently had a break in at my house, and 40 of my xbox games were stolen. Problem was - the cases were only for display! I had the games themselves hidden away! So I was looking to replace all of them, this will be perfect. Where do you find the covers for games? Do you print them?

Are you serious? That's hilarious! XD

"coming up next on Americas most pwned criminals..."

Originally Posted by pieman396 I recently had a break in at my house, and 40 of my xbox games were stolen. Problem was - the cases were only for display! I had the games themselves hidden away! So I was looking to replace all of them, this will be perfect. Where do you find the covers for games? Do you print them?

Am I the only one who thought this man is a genius?