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Originally Posted by Hemi I have a spare I need to get rid of, don't wanna resort to ebay, even though I get less here, any takers? LOVING my copy though, can see why it can fetch so mutch.

Throw it up on a lowball auction.

#_#; I need to play this already. It's sitting in my backlog.

Originally Posted by JCrichton Throw it up on a lowball auction.

I'd need to get more trade feedback first, only at 5 currently, otherwise I would.

I lucked out and was able to find a mint copy last night. Prob my first time in Gamestop in about 10 years lol nice employee too.

Here's a random question -- I managed to get a reasonably priced copy of Xenoblade, however it is disc-only. I was thinking since some Gamestops still seem to have empty cases on display for this game, that maybe I could convince a Gamestop to sell me a case? Or is this probably not worth my time? Alternatively, does anyone have suggestions on how I might acquire a case?

Originally Posted by danhoo Here's a random question -- I managed to get a reasonably priced copy of Xenoblade, however it is disc-only. I was thinking since some Gamestops still seem to have empty cases on display for this game, that maybe I could convince a Gamestop to sell me a case? Or is this probably not worth my time? Alternatively, does anyone have suggestions on how I might acquire a case?

That sounds reasonable, if you happen to be passing by a GS you might as a well try. I remember a kid and his mom coming into one asking if they could do the same for another game and they were able to do so.

Originally Posted by Illmatic73 I lucked out and was able to find a mint copy last night. Prob my first time in Gamestop in about 10 years lol nice employee too.

Yeah it seems the less time you spend in gamestop, the better your experience

Originally Posted by danhoo Here's a random question -- I managed to get a reasonably priced copy of Xenoblade, however it is disc-only. I was thinking since some Gamestops still seem to have empty cases on display for this game, that maybe I could convince a Gamestop to sell me a case? Or is this probably not worth my time? Alternatively, does anyone have suggestions on how I might acquire a case?

I'd get a replacement Wii case and print some custom cover art. I don't think the display boxes are identical copies of the real case so why not print out something that looks better anyway.

I know I've done this for a few games: replacement case and my own cover art. Doesn't help resale but it makes the shelf look nicer at minimal cost.

SI

I'll further the opinion, buy Wii Fit at your local GS for $0.99 for the replacement case, then print out a cover. This is also something to do with your sleeve only games, such as Wii Sports and Link's Crossbow Training, or as a tipping point in buying disc only copies of games online.

As sterlingice said, it may not help the resale, but it gives your gaming shelf more appeal, so put those Wii Fit copies to good use!

Thanks for the suggestions! I've tried the print-custom-cover approach before, and while I do like the alternate covers people have made, I never have access to a high-quality color printer so the results look less than satisfactory to me. But maybe I'm being too picky. I definitely want something that will look nice on my shelf since I plan to keep this game for a long time.

Originally Posted by danhoo Thanks for the suggestions! I've tried the print-custom-cover approach before, and while I do like the alternate covers people have made, I never have access to a high-quality color printer so the results look less than satisfactory to me. But maybe I'm being too picky. I definitely want something that will look nice on my shelf since I plan to keep this game for a long time.

What paper have you used? It always seems like the paper can make a big difference even if you're using a cheap printer.

Originally Posted by blindinglights What paper have you used? It always seems like the paper can make a big difference even if you're using a cheap printer.

Photo paper can look really good if you want to spring for it and it works with your printer.

The recent trade in value of Xenoblade at Gamestop prompted a bunch of trade ins and has lowered the resell price on eBay. For a while there were TONS of stores in my area with used copies for sale. Now they're all sold out again so I imagine that eBay will creep back up.

I still have to wonder if they're going to be doing a reprint...

Originally Posted by Blaster man The recent trade in value of Xenoblade at Gamestop prompted a bunch of trade ins and has lowered the resell price on eBay. For a while there were TONS of stores in my area with used copies for sale. Now they're all sold out again so I imagine that eBay will creep back up. I still have to wonder if they're going to be doing a reprint...

what and have nintendo admit that maybe they were wrong to do a low print? that will never happen. plus they might have to actually advertise the game to make it worthwhile and God knows nintendo doesnt advertise anything but zelda, mario, metroid and the latest casual crap.

Originally Posted by kayne2000 what and have nintendo admit that maybe they were wrong to do a low print? that will never happen. plus they might have to actually advertise the game to make it worthwhile and God knows nintendo doesnt advertise anything but zelda, mario, metroid and the latest casual crap.

Metroid is a funny way to spell Pokemon

damn how could i forget about pokemon lol

I saw the "X" preview on YouTube yesterday. Anyone that's played Xenoblade recognize that stuff? Is it a reprint in HD or a new game? I ask because I haven't played my copy yet and many people have finished it and should know.

Originally Posted by Blaster man I saw the "X" preview on YouTube yesterday. Anyone that's played Xenoblade recognize that stuff? Is it a reprint in HD or a new game? I ask because I haven't played my copy yet and many people have finished it and should know.

Link??

Originally Posted by Blaster man I saw the "X" preview on YouTube yesterday. Anyone that's played Xenoblade recognize that stuff? Is it a reprint in HD or a new game? I ask because I haven't played my copy yet and many people have finished it and should know.

It has a very similar UI, but it's not Xenoblade. It's an all new one!

Now go play the game, it's amazing.