Best Buy $10 Reward Certificates Pre-order Promotion (Read the OP before posting your question)

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As a My Best Buy member, get $10 in reward certificates per game title you pre-order and purchase.
Eligible titles are available for :xb1: :ps4: :360: :ps3: :pc:.
 
What do I have to do to qualify for this offer?
If you are an eligible My Best Buy member, pre-order your copy of any of the qualifying titles in either the standard version or special edition for PS3, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS4 or PC prior to their release date. Then you must purchase and pick up your pre-order within 7 days of street date. Please provide your member number at the time of pre-order and pickup. When you meet these requirements, you will receive 500 bonus points credited to your account within 15 days of purchase or game shipment.
 
Where can I pre-order and purchase the qualifying games to qualify for this offer?
You may pre-order and purchase any of the qualifying games in Best Buy stores or online at BestBuy.com. Please provide your member number at the time of pre-order and pickup.
 
Can I pre-order and purchase multiple copies of an eligible game and get multiple rewards?
No. There is a limit of one (1) award per My Best Buy member per game title.

Q: Can the 20% off Unlocked benefit be combined with a price match?
A: At the time of purchase, you would receive either the price match or 20% off. You would not be able to receive 20% off of a matched price. If Best Buy's price is lowered during the return/exchange period, the price will be matched to the lower price (upon request). My Best Buy Gamers Club Unlocked Members should receive the new price along with the 20% discount. This price match covers one price match per identical item per customer.
 
Missing bonus points? (Wait out the 15 days before contacting the Best Buy mods for help.)

  • Make a best buy forum account and post a thread here.
Missing pre-order bonus? (Give them 48 hours to email you the pre-order bonus if it is digital content.)

  • Follow the instructions listed here.


Dying Light

Release Date: 1/27/2015

These great character DLCs are available when you pre-order Dying Light from Best Buy! NINJA Don a mask of a Japanese assassin and blend into the shadows of the quarantine zone. SPECIAL AGENT Get ready to dive deep into the city jungle with a protective vest, knee pads, and sturdy boots.



:pc: Grand Theft Auto V

Release Date: 1/27/2015

All players who pre-order the game will receive $1,000,000 in-game cash to spend across Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online.


Evolve

Release Date: 2/10/2015

Pre-order EVOLVE for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 or PC and receive the Monster Expansion Pack, which includes the "Savage Goliath" skin and a new monster character free.
 


Battlefield Hardline

Release Date: 3/17/2015
 

Receive a Versatility Battlepack that includes an assault rifle, a camo skin for your weapons, and a teamplay boost. Also get three gold Battlepacks delivered over three weeks. These include a random assortment of customizations, accessories and boosts.
 

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt


*Confirmed to be part of promotion*
Release Date: 5/19/2015

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Batman: Arkham Knight

Release Date: 6/2/2015
 

Take advantage of Harley's unique weapons, gadgets and abilities, and test your skills with four challenge maps. Bonus code included on packaging.
 
WAYNETECH Booster pack includes - Explosive Gel Takedown - set traps to knock out enemies remotely - Aerieal Juggle - Strick an enemy in mid-air for massive damage - Batarangs While Gliding - Launch multiple Batarangs while in mid-air - Weapon Upgrade - Increase the devastating firepower of the Batmobile.


Elder Scrolls Online

Release Date:


Halo 5: Guardians

Release Date:

Halo 5: Guardians In-Store Event
Pre-order Halo 5: Guardians at participating stores on December 29 and January 3 and receive a Halo 5 poster. You'll also receive a Halo 5: Guardians art book when you pick up your order, only at Best Buy. Those who are 17 years of age and older can also play the beta version of the game at those same locations on December 29 and January 3 from 3 p.m.–7 p.m. local time.
FAQs
Learn more about how to get $10 in reward certificates.

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Anyone not get the Pre order bonus thats was supposed to come with NBA 2K15? I never had an issue before and usually get an email within minutes of picking up the game in store (I order online for in store pick up). Just wondering if this happened to a few people. I will probably contact them through the BB forums.

 
Anyone not get the Pre order bonus thats was supposed to come with NBA 2K15? I never had an issue before and usually get an email within minutes of picking up the game in store (I order online for in store pick up). Just wondering if this happened to a few people. I will probably contact them through the BB forums.
i haven't either.

 
Anyone not get the Pre order bonus thats was supposed to come with NBA 2K15? I never had an issue before and usually get an email within minutes of picking up the game in store (I order online for in store pick up). Just wondering if this happened to a few people. I will probably contact them through the BB forums.
Received code on receipt and email minutes after. XBOX One version.

There was supposed to be some sort of "locker" voucher as well and I didn't receive that. Only the KD MVP code.

 
GAME CAME OUT 9/30
POINTS POST GENERALLY 15 DAYS AFTER GAME IS RELEASED
9/30 + 15 = 10/15

WAIT UNTIL 10/15
Yes, but normally they will still show up as pending in your transaction history.

My points for the game itself have already posted and the 500 promo points aren't even showing up as pending. I figured it might take a few days to show but it's been a week and still nothing. Best Buy really knows how to make things difficult for their customers.
 
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Yeah I'm aware, thanks though. I'm not doing it to scam and I'll spend the $10 there eventually anyway. Hopefully the game is good.
You should've just wait for the reviews next week since the offer is good in store too and pick it up then if they are favorable enough to you.
 
You should've just wait for the reviews next week since the offer is good in store too and pick it up then if they are favorable enough to you.
That was going to be my plan as well, but then BB had that 1-day price decrease (error?) on the 360 version so I locked in. Hopefully the reviews are good, but ultimately I paid $37.23 for The Evil Within plus a $10 gift card. I'm pretty sure I can get more than $27.23 in trade if necessary.

 
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The past few days I tried multiple times to Price Match Metro Redux. In the past I got a representative that would give me a case # and say a different department had to approve. I would usually call back and get someone else and they would just do the PM over the phone. I have called multiple times for Metro and each time the person needed to send it over to the research department and would not do it over the phone. They get completely confused with the GCU discount.  Anybody else having an issue PM'ing? Should I keep trying until I get someone or will the "research department" come through?

 
The past few days I tried multiple times to Price Match Metro Redux. In the past I got a representative that would give me a case # and say a different department had to approve. I would usually call back and get someone else and they would just do the PM over the phone. I have called multiple times for Metro and each time the person needed to send it over to the research department and would not do it over the phone. They get completely confused with the GCU discount. Anybody else having an issue PM'ing? Should I keep trying until I get someone or will the "research department" come through?
i know GCU doesnt work with PMing. but not sure what the policy is on PM'ing preorders. good luck
 
i know GCU doesnt work with PMing. but not sure what the policy is on PM'ing preorders. good luck
I am just PM'ing there price which has worked in the past. I purchased Metro Redux for $49.99 and after GCU it was $39.99. Now it is on sale for $39.99 and after GCU it comes to $31.99. So I should get back $8 plus tax. I purchase online for in store pick up. Usually it is no hassle at all. I would call up, explain the GCU, and I would get a PM over the phone. It seems to be a problem as of late.

 
I am just PM'ing there price which has worked in the past. I purchased Metro Redux for $49.99 and after GCU it was $39.99. Now it is on sale for $39.99 and after GCU it comes to $31.99. So I should get back $8 plus tax. I purchase online for in store pick up. Usually it is no hassle at all. I would call up, explain the GCU, and I would get a PM over the phone. It seems to be a problem as of late.
oh gotcha. never had that situation. please update if you get it to work.
 
Last time this happened was on Halo MC then it was added in the end wonder if they`ll offer an $10 gc vs 500 MyBB if it was truly an error.

Generally, clearing cache/cookies/browser history then loggin completely out and back in will fix most issues. Sometimes using a different browser too.
enuf are you able to find the post about best buy saying we are in fact entitled to post price match with GCU figured in to the price? i went through my forum account history and it aint showing that post anymore so just wondering if im missing it or it for some reason best buy deleted it

 
Best Buy emailing out 3X base points coupon. Says offer is non-transferable, so the bar code might be unique.

3X MY BEST BUY POINTS OFFER:
*My Best Buy members get 3X base points on qualifying purchase. Coupon required. Offer is non-transferable. Bonus points will not be multiplied. Bonus points awarded for Best Buy gift card purchases. No cash value. No copies. May not be combined with other bonus point offers. Limit 1 bonus point offer per membership. Excludes purchases through Magnolia, Pacific Sales/Pacific Kitchen & Home inside Best Buy Stores. Valid 10/8/14 – 10/31/14 only in Best Buy stores.
 
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Maybe people are already aware, but for people who preordered previous versions of GTA V, apparently you aren't eligible for the $10 coupon for the versions that are coming out next month.

When I PM'ed Aaron-BBY on the BB forums, I got this response:

"Unfortunately, it would still count as the same title in this situation -- on-disc content is essentially the same as on PS3/Xbox 360, and neither the PS4 or Xbox One version are Game of the Year or "Remastered" editions."

I wish they could clarify on the product pages because I'm sure not everyone is aware of this.

 
I have yet to receive my $10 Forza code--giving it the 15-20 days.

And wow, that stinks for many. I didn't get my copy through BB, so I can still score the $10 certificate. 

 
Maybe people are already aware, but for people who preordered previous versions of GTA V, apparently you aren't eligible for the $10 coupon for the versions that are coming out next month.

When I PM'ed Aaron-BBY on the BB forums, I got this response:

"Unfortunately, it would still count as the same title in this situation -- on-disc content is essentially the same as on PS3/Xbox 360, and neither the PS4 or Xbox One version are Game of the Year or "Remastered" editions."

I wish they could clarify on the product pages because I'm sure not everyone is aware of this.
I call BS

 
Maybe people are already aware, but for people who preordered previous versions of GTA V, apparently you aren't eligible for the $10 coupon for the versions that are coming out next month.

When I PM'ed Aaron-BBY on the BB forums, I got this response:

"Unfortunately, it would still count as the same title in this situation -- on-disc content is essentially the same as on PS3/Xbox 360, and neither the PS4 or Xbox One version are Game of the Year or "Remastered" editions."

I wish they could clarify on the product pages because I'm sure not everyone is aware of this.
that bullshit and not true and I forget where but it was confirmed even those who ordered last gen version last time are eligible.

Aaron is the worst person to talk to and the worst forum rep. He is also the one that said used games count against the limit of 3 for GCU and that pokemon x and pokemon y counted as the same times and his posts have a habit of getting deleted. So for future reference if there something you want to know contact matt as the primary or Brian as a backup but never Aaron
 
that bullshit and not true and I forget where but it was confirmed even those who ordered last gen version last time are eligible.

Aaron is the worst person to talk to and the worst forum rep. He is also the one that said used games count against the limit of 3 for GCU and that pokemon x and pokemon y counted as the same times and his posts have a habit of getting deleted. So for future reference if there something you want to know contact matt as the primary or Brian as a backup but never Aaron
Thanks for the info.

 
Maybe people are already aware, but for people who preordered previous versions of GTA V, apparently you aren't eligible for the $10 coupon for the versions that are coming out next month.

When I PM'ed Aaron-BBY on the BB forums, I got this response:

"Unfortunately, it would still count as the same title in this situation -- on-disc content is essentially the same as on PS3/Xbox 360, and neither the PS4 or Xbox One version are Game of the Year or "Remastered" editions."

I wish they could clarify on the product pages because I'm sure not everyone is aware of this.
This isn't right. The PS4 or XBX1 versions weren't even known to be coming when we did the original GTA promo. These are set up to work separately and will work separately. Doesn't matter if you participated in this offer on the old versions, as long as you meet all the qualifications for this (preorder and pick up within the pick up window) you're good to go.

Just a miscommunication on this. Apologies for that. We'll get this cleared up.

 
find it weird shadow of mordor is still on the $10 cert page and still has it listed as an offer on its page while 2k disappeared because it released already.  Wonder if buying it now would still generate a cert since it should be automatic.  I wouldn't call if i didn't get it because obviously it is for preorders but would be cool if it still came in.

 
find it weird shadow of mordor is still on the $10 cert page and still has it listed as an offer on its page while 2k disappeared because it released already. Wonder if buying it now would still generate a cert since it should be automatic. I wouldn't call if i didn't get it because obviously it is for preorders but would be cool if it still came in.
The Shadow of Mordor is on the page because the PS3 / Xbox 360 version hasn't released. I checked it the other day, and it's only those versions that are listed as getting the $10 cert still.

 
Best Buy emailing out 3X base points coupon. Says offer is non-transferable, so the bar code might be unique.

3X MY BEST BUY POINTS OFFER:
*My Best Buy members get 3X base points on qualifying purchase. Coupon required. Offer is non-transferable. Bonus points will not be multiplied. Bonus points awarded for Best Buy gift card purchases. No cash value. No copies. May not be combined with other bonus point offers. Limit 1 bonus point offer per membership. Excludes purchases through Magnolia, Pacific Sales/Pacific Kitchen & Home inside Best Buy Stores. Valid 10/8/14 – 10/31/14 only in Best Buy stores.
Yeah, i just got this email. Not really sure what i'll use it on though.

 
enuf are you able to find the post about best buy saying we are in fact entitled to post price match with GCU figured in to the price? i went through my forum account history and it aint showing that post anymore so just wondering if im missing it or it for some reason best buy deleted it
i just tried to do this a few days ago. GCU overrode PM, but didn't notice difference until after leaving the store @ 9:30pm. then when trying to use 10% MC, CSR said "we don't allow double dipping". now have to go back to return a $32 copy of BO2, as I got a used copy from walmart for half the price. would prefer to do all my gaming needs at one store, as I have a bunch of gift cards & GCU, but BB's used copy that just contained the disc with no box was $30.

Best Buy emailing out 3X base points coupon. Says offer is non-transferable, so the bar code might be unique.

3X MY BEST BUY POINTS OFFER:
*My Best Buy members get 3X base points on qualifying purchase. Coupon required. Offer is non-transferable. Bonus points will not be multiplied. Bonus points awarded for Best Buy gift card purchases. No cash value. No copies. May not be combined with other bonus point offers. Limit 1 bonus point offer per membership. Excludes purchases through Magnolia, Pacific Sales/Pacific Kitchen & Home inside Best Buy Stores. Valid 10/8/14 – 10/31/14 only in Best Buy stores.

This isn't right. The PS4 or XBX1 versions weren't even known to be coming when we did the original GTA promo. These are set up to work separately and will work separately. Doesn't matter if you participated in this offer on the old versions, as long as you meet all the qualifications for this (preorder and pick up within the pick up window) you're good to go.

Just a miscommunication on this. Apologies for that. We'll get this cleared up.
i have never received any communication regarding GCU, including the welcome packet/coupon. my email address is linked to myBB account, and believe i provided the CSR my phone number linked to the account when purchasing GCU. cant rememer if they asked for my email.

 
Figured this would be the best play to ask but i thought i read somewhere that the limit on GCU purchases changed to 3 per platform?
 
i have a question, when bestbuy cancels an order you made with rewardzone certif, after they return it to you. it should be under the status of Dotcom Returned Certificate Adjustment?

 
enuf are you able to find the post about best buy saying we are in fact entitled to post price match with GCU figured in to the price? i went through my forum account history and it aint showing that post anymore so just wondering if im missing it or it for some reason best buy deleted it
I can`t locate them either at least one was still on page 1 in the GC section.
 
I received the 3X points email as well but I don't have a printer so how can I still use the coupon? Also, there's no actual bar code in the email, just a 12 digit bar code number. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

 
I received the 3X points email as well but I don't have a printer so how can I still use the coupon? Also, there's no actual bar code in the email, just a 12 digit bar code number. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
I found out the bar codes are all the same. Just show the below bar code on your phone.

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Okay. I'm new to this and I'm sure this has been answered already but I preordered NBA 2K15 to get the 500 bonus points. Now I read the faqs and it says that I have to provide my Member Number when I go to pick up my preorder.

Isn't the Member Number already on file when you go to pick up your preorder?

I preordered NBA 2K15 on Best Buy website and did store pickup. Walked into Best Buy on Tuesday asked the rep I was picking up my copy. She got it and asked for my credit card I used for the purchase and my Driver's License. I gave her both and she told me to sign the receipt and I walked away. Was I suppose to give her my Member Number during that whole transition? Or was I fine and I should see the 500 points just show up on my account?

Thanks in advance. And sorry again if this has been answered!

 
Okay. I'm new to this and I'm sure this has been answered already but I preordered NBA 2K15 to get the 500 bonus points. Now I read the faqs and it says that I have to provide my Member Number when I go to pick up my preorder.

Isn't the Member Number already on file when you go to pick up your preorder?

I preordered NBA 2K15 on Best Buy website and did store pickup. Walked into Best Buy on Tuesday asked the rep I was picking up my copy. She got it and asked for my credit card I used for the purchase and my Driver's License. I gave her both and she told me to sign the receipt and I walked away. Was I suppose to give her my Member Number during that whole transition? Or was I fine and I should see the 500 points just show up on my account?

Thanks in advance. And sorry again if this has been answered!
I've preorder all my games online with In-Store pick up and have received my points every time. You should be fine.
 
:D Should be showing now. Going to use it on Evil Within when it clears next week

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I received the 3X points email as well but I don't have a printer so how can I still use the coupon? Also, there's no actual bar code in the email, just a 12 digit bar code number. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
Reps should be able to just type the barcode sku however you can simply ask a pc rep(I generally ask in the Apple/MS areas) to use a pc that can print in-store using a store printer then print 2-3. Take one to kinkos then your covered.

I got that 3X points email too, interesting that it says it is valid for Best Buy GC's...
Done on purpose, customers previously complained that they were left out b/c the items they wanted weren`t released yet. So they get the point reward now buying gc`s for items that won`t get pts when the gc`s are used in the future.


So 3x base, 2x for games & 25% for elite plus not bad at all that`s like 200 MBB pts per $48 game.
 
So a gcu member would get 4x points on game purchases if we use the 3x points offer on them, correct?
Yep,

48 base
48 GC 2x
48 from coupon
48 from coupon

CAG`s who need a bump to reach elite plus using the same strategy from Jan. 5x promo will get you there.
 
:D Should be showing now. Going to use it on Evil Within when it clears next week
Good to see it starting to show up (not yet for me, but I'll try to think positive). I'm also looking to use it on The Evil Within so I'm about as impatient as the rest.

 
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