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Oook, so here's the short version of the above.

B2G1 --> You pay for two-thirds of what you get = 33.333% savings
B1G1/2 --> You pay for three-quarters of what you get = 25% savings

This is why B1G1/2 actually = B3G1

Originally Posted by MuzykMann Not true. Assuming $30 per game... B2G1 = $30 + $30 + $0 = $60 / 3 = $20 per game B1G1/2 = $30 + $15 = $45 / 2 = $22.50 per game

Ahhh, nothing like Cagonomics.

Originally Posted by ryamkajr Please note (because the original poster did not) that these are for USED games, so this is a crap deal.

Is this your first time at CAG or Shopping from Gamestop?

Originally Posted by ryamkajr Please note (because the original poster did not) that these are for USED games, so this is a crap deal.

Gamestop sells used games? When did this start?

Originally Posted by dannyox718 Oook, so here's the short version of the above. B2G1 --> You pay for two-thirds of what you get = 33.333% savings B1G1/2 --> You pay for three-quarters of what you get = 25% savings This is why B1G1/2 actually = B3G1

Except that's not the case for this deal, since it doesn't matter how much the new game is to get the 50% off the used. Assuming you're buying a $5 new game to go with the used, and that the used are $30...

($30 x 0.5 = $15. $15 x 3 = $45) + ($5 x 3 = $15) = Total cost of $60
($30 x 2) = Total cost of $60.

So put simply, if you're wanting to get three used games of similar prices at $30 or more, it's best to make three orders of the B1G1 1/2 off. Why? That way you get three new games for free, and a better discount if your used are over $30. Even if you don't want them you might have some trading fodder for Gamestop's next tier promotion. In addition, if your games AREN'T of similar value or you can't find three used games you want, it'll most likely be in your benefit to do this, too.

Consequently, anything less than $30 and you might better off doing the B2G1. But for that you need to choose three same-priced used and want more than one/two in the first place.

so that makes 2 great gamestop deals ps3 owners get screwed on lol. ing restock already!!!!!! btw is this online only or can you do it in store as well?

Originally Posted by Jackie Chandler Except that's not the case for this deal, since it doesn't matter how much the new game is to get the 50% off the used. Assuming you're buying a $5 new game to go with the used, and that the used are $30... ($30 x 0.5 = $15. $15 x 3 = $45) + ($5 x 3 = $15) = Total cost of $60 ($30 x 2) = Total cost of $60. So put simply, if you're wanting to get three used games of similar prices at $30 or more, it's best to make three orders of the B1G1 1/2 off. Why? That way you get three new games for free, and a better discount if your used are over $30. Even if you don't want them you might have some trading fodder for Gamestop's next tier promotion. In addition, if your games AREN'T of similar value or you can't find three used games you want, it'll most likely be in your benefit to do this, too. Consequently, anything less than $30 and you might better off doing the B2G1. But for that you need to choose three same-priced used and want more than one/two in the first place.

No, I totally agree with you. Don't get me wrong. I was just doing the math for the case where all games are of equal value. It was interesting to me because at first it didn't seem to make sense. It was more for a mental exercise rather than trying to prove anyone right or wrong.

For games of varying values, of course your logic is sound.

Originally Posted by MuzykMann Not true. Assuming $30 per game... B2G1 = $30 + $30 + $0 = $60 / 3 = $20 per game B1G1/2 = $30 + $15 = $45 / 2 = $22.50 per game

If you buy a $2 new game and then the get all the games you want used, its a way better deal for the b1g1/2.

Finally got it to work
I got NFS:HP, Assassins Creed Brotherhood, and Your Shape Fitness Evolved for $68.38.

Originally Posted by dannyox718 No, I totally agree with you. Don't get me wrong. I was just doing the math for the case where all games are of equal value. It was interesting to me because at first it didn't seem to make sense. It was more for a mental exercise rather than trying to prove anyone right or wrong. For games of varying values, of course your logic is sound.

Oh, I apologize if I seemed apprehensive about it then. :P

I guess it's been a while since I did one of these online GameStop deals. Pretty sparse selection for PS3, and if you select in store pickup, the price jumps up. I don't think I know of any retailer where you have to pay more for an item where the order initiated online for store pickup. Seems rather silly to offer a sale like this without much of a selection.

Originally Posted by fwacce I guess it's been a while since I did one of these online GameStop deals. Pretty sparse selection for PS3, and if you select in store pickup, the price jumps up. I don't think I know of any retailer where you have to pay more for an item where the order initiated online for store pickup. Seems rather silly to offer a sale like this without much of a selection.

Wal-Mart and Best Buy online stores with lower prices come to mind. Their prices never match up and they won't honor it in-store.

Originally Posted by ryamkajr Please note (because the original poster did not) that these are for USED games, so this is a crap deal.

sorry but it was in the titel clearly.

Wal-Mart and Best Buy online stores with lower prices come to mind. Their prices never match up and they won't honor it in-store.

i just got bestbuy b&m to honor the price of bestbuy online last week. they went to their website and looked up the item and gave me the online price. it wasnt a huge difference but better than nothing.

Originally Posted by dannyox718 Oook, so here's the short version of the above. B2G1 --> You pay for two-thirds of what you get = 33.333% savings B1G1/2 --> You pay for three-quarters of what you get = 25% savings This is why B1G1/2 actually = B3G1

This is correct, but don't forget you can buy a $2 game to get any used game for half off.

Perfect timing, I've been playing Phantasy Star Universe a lot lately and wanted to pick up the expansion but was waiting for the next B2G1 sale.

Got Phantasy Star Universe: Ambition of Illuminus, Rogue Galaxy, and Odin Sphere for $20.

Originally Posted by Dranakin Wal-Mart and Best Buy online stores with lower prices come to mind. Their prices never match up and they won't honor it in-store.

No, I know that many stores have different online prices than in store. However, I was referring to in store pickup exclusively. I don't know of a store that offers in store pickup where the price changes once you select that option. If I order from Best Buy online for in store pickup the price doesn't change, even if the actual store price is different. Same thing with WalMart or TRU.

Originally Posted by lokizz so that makes 2 great gamestop deals ps3 owners get screwed on lol. ing restock already!!!!!!

Sad, but true. No cash for you, GS!

Originally Posted by hawaiiboy i just got bestbuy b&m to honor the price of bestbuy online last week. they went to their website and looked up the item and gave me the online price. it wasnt a huge difference but better than nothing.

I have also gotten BB to honor their own web sites price. But the two times I have tried at Walmart, no dice.

Powerup Rewards 10% off doesn't stack on this B2G1?
Why is Gamestop so inconsistent?