Pre-order Bonuses Listing

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Ok, everyone, I thought I'd try to bring this thread back, because it was a huge help to me when I was looking to pre-order games, only thing is I'm going to need some help keeping it updated. A few issues I've got: I'm currently deployed, so I'm only really tracking games that I care about... no idea what's coming out outside of those. I've also forgotten stores other than BBY, GS, and Amazon. So, if I can get help, we're good, otherwise this thread will die.
The idea is to list the pre-order bonuses associated with certain stores.
These aren't really deals, but I know that sometimes, bonuses were what swayed me to one store over another, so thought I'd help others with the same.

Legend:
Credit - DLC - Physical Bonus

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Tomb Raider - 03/05/13
Amazon - $5 Gift Card + Lara Croft Hunter Skin + Shanty Town MP Map, Final Hours Edition with Exclusive Art Book [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order Tomb Raider and receive the Amazon exclusive Final Hours Edition, which comes with an exclusive Art Book, In-Game Skin for Lara and a digital copy of Geoff Keighley's, "The Final Hours of Tomb Raider" for the Kindle Fire, an access code for the pre-order Tomb Raider Scavenger Hunt to unlock DLC items and a chance to win prizes, and the Shanty Town Multiplayer Map - This ramshackle area features steep climbs, multiple ziplines for quick escapes, and deadly traps to set for your enemies. The art book will come in the product packaging. Codes to access the digital bonus offers will be e-mailed to you within two business days of your order shipment. Offer valid when shipped and sold by Amazon.com, while supplies last. You will also receive a code for the pre-order Scavenger Hunt to unlock DLC items and a chance to win prizes. Offers valid on all existing pre-orders. Offers limited to one per customer.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
Best Buy - $20 Reward Zone Gamer's Club Unlocked Certificate, Aviatrix Lara Croft Skin, Tomb Raider: The Beginnings Comic Book [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
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Aviatrix In-Game Skin: Dress Lara as a classic 1930s adventurer, bomber jacket and all. Tomb Raider: The Beginnings Comic Book: Written by Rhianna Pratchett with cover art by Tomb Raider Art Director Brian Horton. The Beginnings is a 48-page, six-part comic book that explains how the Endurance's ill-fated voyage came to be.
This special edition comic book brings together the cast and crew, including a budding young adventurer named Lara Croft, as they search for the Yamatai off Japan's East Coast.

Access code for skin included on packaging. Comic book packaged with game. While supplies last.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
GameStop - Lost Adventure Challenge Tomb + Shanty Town MP Map[CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
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God of War: Ascension - 03/11/13
Amazon - $10 Credit, Mythological Heroes MP Pack [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order God of War: Ascension and receive a $10 promotional credit toward the purchase of items shipped and sold by Amazon.com (certain exclusions apply, including but not limited to Kindle books, gift cards, and Amazon Appstore for Android apps). Additionally, pre-order to get the Mythological Heroes Multiplayer Pack bonus for your game. Follow in the footsteps of some of ancient Greece's greatest mythological heroes in the new God of War: Ascension multiplayer mode. Don the armor of Achilles, Perseus, Orion and Odysseus as you strive to become a true champion of the gods. In addition, every copy of God of War: Ascension comes with access to a demo of The Last of Us. This demo is included on the disc. The $10 promotion code and DLC codes will be e-mailed within two days after release date. Offer valid when shipped and sold by Amazon.com. This offer will be extended to all existing pre-orders. Limit one per household.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
Best Buy - $20 Reward Zone Gamer's Club Unlocked Certificate [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
To be eligible, you must be a Reward Zone program Gamers Club Unlocked member and meet minimum age requirements of purchased game at time of pickup or shipment.

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GameStop - 300 King Leonidas MP Skin & Spear + Mythological Heroes MP Pack, Double-Sided God of War Poster [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order the standard or Collector's Edition of God of War: Ascension at GameStop to receive three exciting gifts. First is the exclusive King Leonidas multiplayer skin, as depicted by Gerard Butler in the blockbuster film "300." Donning King Leonidas' iconic red cape and helmet, and with his iconic spear in hand, head into battle as one of the most famous Spartan warriors in history. Additionally, those who pre-order will receive an exclusive double-sided God of War: Ascension poster featuring an iconic image of Kratos on one side, and two champion warriors on the other.

This pre-order offer also includes the Mythological Heroes Multiplayer Pack, featuring four unique armor sets inspired by four of ancient Greece's greatest mythological heroes for use in the new God of War: Ascension multiplayer mode. Don the armor of Achilles, Perseus, Orion and Odysseus as you strive to become a true champion of the gods.

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BioShock Infinite - 03/26/13
Amazon - Industrial Revolution Flash Game [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and get access to Industrial Revolution. Industrial Revolution is a flash-based, BioShock Infinite themed puzzle game exclusively available with pre-order. Play to earn in-game rewards for BioShock Infinite including three exclusive gear items (Handyman Nemesis, Sugar Rush, and Fleet Feet) and in-game cash.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
Best Buy - $20 Reward Zone Gamer's Club Unlocked Certificate, Industrial Revolution Flash Game + Bird's Eye Sniper Rifle [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and receive a code to download the Industrial Revolution puzzle flash mini-game. In this mini-game, you'll assume the role of a factory worker within the sky-city of Columbia and complete increasingly difficult puzzles while earning in-game rewards for BioShock Infinite.

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This upgrade for BioShock Infinite's Bird's Eye Sniper Rifle comes with a unique skin and an exclusive damage enhancement.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
GameStop - Industrial Revolution Flash Game + Comstock's China Broom Shotgun [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and receive access to the BioShock Infinite: Industrial Revolution puzzle game! Experience over 50 levels of Industrial puzzle mayhem while earning in-game items for BioShock Infinite along the way.

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This upgrade for BioShock Infinite's China Broom Shotgun comes with a unique skin and an exclusive damage enhancement.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]

The Last of Us - 05/07/13
Amazon - Sights and Sounds Pack [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order The Last of Us and get the Sights and Sounds Pack, which includes: a digital download of the game soundtrack, featuring original music by Academy Award winning composer Gustavo Santaolalla, a PS3 dynamic theme showing Joel and Ellie on their journey through a ravaged city and two exclusive PlayStation Network avatars featuring Joel and Ellie in winter survival gear. Codes will be e-mailed within two days after release date. Offer valid when shipped and sold by Amazon.com. This offer will be extended to all existing pre-orders. Limit one per household.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
Best Buy - $20 Reward Zone Gamer's Club Unlocked Certificate [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
To be eligible, you must be a Reward Zone program Gamers Club Unlocked member and meet minimum age requirements of purchased game at time of pickup or shipment.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
GameStop - Sights and Sounds Pack + The Survival Pack [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
A digital download of the game soundtrack, featuring original music by Academy Award winning composer Gustavo Santaolalla. A PS3 dynamic theme showing Joel and Ellie on their journey through a ravaged city. Two exclusive PlayStation®Network avatars featuring Joel and Ellie in winter survival gear.

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Tomb Raider - 03/05/13
Amazon - $5 Gift Card + Lara Croft Hunter Skin + Shanty Town MP Map, Final Hours Edition with Exclusive Art Book [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order Tomb Raider and receive the Amazon exclusive Final Hours Edition, which comes with an exclusive Art Book, In-Game Skin for Lara and a digital copy of Geoff Keighley's, "The Final Hours of Tomb Raider" for the Kindle Fire, an access code for the pre-order Tomb Raider Scavenger Hunt to unlock DLC items and a chance to win prizes, and the Shanty Town Multiplayer Map - This ramshackle area features steep climbs, multiple ziplines for quick escapes, and deadly traps to set for your enemies. The art book will come in the product packaging. Codes to access the digital bonus offers will be e-mailed to you within two business days of your order shipment. Offer valid when shipped and sold by Amazon.com, while supplies last. You will also receive a code for the pre-order Scavenger Hunt to unlock DLC items and a chance to win prizes. Offers valid on all existing pre-orders. Offers limited to one per customer.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
Best Buy - $20 Reward Zone Gamer's Club Unlocked Certificate, Aviatrix Lara Croft Skin, Tomb Raider: The Beginnings Comic Book [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
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Aviatrix In-Game Skin: Dress Lara as a classic 1930s adventurer, bomber jacket and all. Tomb Raider: The Beginnings Comic Book: Written by Rhianna Pratchett with cover art by Tomb Raider Art Director Brian Horton. The Beginnings is a 48-page, six-part comic book that explains how the Endurance's ill-fated voyage came to be.
This special edition comic book brings together the cast and crew, including a budding young adventurer named Lara Croft, as they search for the Yamatai off Japan's East Coast.

Access code for skin included on packaging. Comic book packaged with game. While supplies last.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
GameStop - Lost Adventure Challenge Tomb + Shanty Town MP Map[CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
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Gears of War: Judgment - 03/19/13
Amazon - Classic Hammerburst Rifle + Young Dom MP Skin [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Get the Classic Hammerburst weapon and Amazon exclusive bonus, “Young Dom” character skin. With the character skin, you can play as Dom as he was at the time of Emergence Day, six weeks after his role in the brutal Pendulum Wars had come to an end. This exclusive character skin is for use in competitive multiplayer matches in Gears of War: Judgment. [/CUSTOMSPOILER]
Best Buy - $20 Reward Zone Gamer's Club Unlocked Certificate, Classic Hammerburst Rifle + Anya Stroud MP Skin [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Fan favorite character Anya Stroud began as a communication officer in the COG army. She was integral to the success of Marcus Fenix and Delta Squad in Gears of War and Gears of War 2 by guiding the team over their comms. When the Lambent broke loose on the surface during Gears of War 3, Anya stepped up to the frontlines to fight alongside other Delta members to save the world. This exclusive Anya Stroud Multiplayer Skin will let you play as Anya in competitive multiplayer matches in Gears of War Judgment. Token code e-mailed on Release date: 3/19/2013.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
GameStop - Classic Hammerburst Rifle + Young Marcus & Lambent Weapon MP Skins [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
The Classic Hammerburst was the standard-issue assault rifle of the Locust Army. Originally, it was designed to deliver a six-shot burst, which helped give the Locust a decisive edge during Emergence Day. Now this highly feared and effective weapon is exclusively yours when you pre-order Gears of War: Judgment.

Decorated war hero Marcus Fenix is the legendary leader of Delta Squad, a small group of COG soldiers responsible for saving mankind from destruction at the hands of Locust and Lambent forces. This exclusive character skin takes Marcus back in time, six weeks after the end of the Pendulum Wars, and during the chaos of Emergence Day--a time before he was hardened by his long imprisonment. This exclusive character skin is for use in competitive multiplayer matches in Gears of War: Judgment.

What better way to show off your grub slaying exploits than to decorate your weapon with the emulsion of your fallen Lambent opponents? This Lambent weapon skin lets you customize select weapons in competitive multiplayer matches in Gears of War: Judgment.

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BioShock Infinite - 03/26/13
Amazon - Industrial Revolution Flash Game [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and get access to Industrial Revolution. Industrial Revolution is a flash-based, BioShock Infinite themed puzzle game exclusively available with pre-order. Play to earn in-game rewards for BioShock Infinite including three exclusive gear items (Handyman Nemesis, Sugar Rush, and Fleet Feet) and in-game cash.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
Best Buy - $20 Reward Zone Gamer's Club Unlocked Certificate, Industrial Revolution Flash Game + Bird's Eye Sniper Rifle [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and receive a code to download the Industrial Revolution puzzle flash mini-game. In this mini-game, you'll assume the role of a factory worker within the sky-city of Columbia and complete increasingly difficult puzzles while earning in-game rewards for BioShock Infinite.

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This upgrade for BioShock Infinite's Bird's Eye Sniper Rifle comes with a unique skin and an exclusive damage enhancement.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
GameStop - Industrial Revolution Flash Game + Comstock's China Broom Shotgun [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and receive access to the BioShock Infinite: Industrial Revolution puzzle game! Experience over 50 levels of Industrial puzzle mayhem while earning in-game items for BioShock Infinite along the way.

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This upgrade for BioShock Infinite's China Broom Shotgun comes with a unique skin and an exclusive damage enhancement.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
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BioShock Infinite - 03/26/13
Amazon - Industrial Revolution Flash Game [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and get access to Industrial Revolution. Industrial Revolution is a flash-based, BioShock Infinite themed puzzle game exclusively available with pre-order. Play to earn in-game rewards for BioShock Infinite including three exclusive gear items (Handyman Nemesis, Sugar Rush, and Fleet Feet) and in-game cash.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
Best Buy - Industrial Revolution Flash Game + Bird's Eye Sniper Rifle [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and receive a code to download the Industrial Revolution puzzle flash mini-game. In this mini-game, you'll assume the role of a factory worker within the sky-city of Columbia and complete increasingly difficult puzzles while earning in-game rewards for BioShock Infinite.

1000003087_pr6.png

This upgrade for BioShock Infinite's Bird's Eye Sniper Rifle comes with a unique skin and an exclusive damage enhancement.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
GameStop - Industrial Revolution Flash Game + Comstock's China Broom Shotgun [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]
Pre-order BioShock Infinite and receive access to the BioShock Infinite: Industrial Revolution puzzle game! Experience over 50 levels of Industrial puzzle mayhem while earning in-game items for BioShock Infinite along the way.

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This upgrade for BioShock Infinite's China Broom Shotgun comes with a unique skin and an exclusive damage enhancement.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]
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Amazon/Gamestop [includes Canada!] - First Edition Print receives a soundtrack. [CUSTOMSPOILER=Details]Get the "Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers" Arranged Soundtrack with pre-oder
Pre-order Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers and receive the Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers Arranged Soundtrack. The true collector and fan won’t want to miss out on this special CD filled with newly arranged versions of the game’s beautiful musical themes! Voted on by fans in Japan, the top 6 tracks are included in this premium item that will be packed inside a special game box. [/CUSTOMSPOILER]
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Wow, its been a while since I seen this thread on the 1st page. Thanks for the update OP. Here's another game to add to the list.


February 14, 2012

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend Limited Edition
--Amazon--
Bonus items for limited edition include CD soundtrack, Calendar and Artbook
 
I went ahead and divided the OP into two different sections that link out to either the PS3 or 360 version of the game. I might do all pre-order bonuses through March tonight. I'll also add a PC and 3DS section if they're wanted.
 
Sorry for the double post, but I just added the 3DS and PC sections. I'll be adding the March pre-order bonuses tonight. Hope you guys like the way everything's organized.
 
I would edit the OP, but I don't want to muck up your work. Mass Effect 3 has the M55 Argus Assault Rifle available to anyone who pre-orders. In addition, GameStop has the N7 Warfare Gear and Origin as the AT12 Raider Shotgun.
 
[quote name='Burning Karma']I would edit the OP, but I don't want to muck up your work. Mass Effect 3 has the M55 Argus Assault Rifle available to anyone who pre-orders. In addition, GameStop has the N7 Warfare Gear and Origin as the AT12 Raider Shotgun.[/QUOTE]
Just added all the pre-order bonuses through March. Is Origin still offering the AT12 Raider Shotgun? I checked and they don't list it anymore.
 
Anyone ever pre-order something from Amazon/Gamestop, get the pre-order bonus... use it, and then return the game from Amazon before? I want to get all 3 bonuses for FFXIII-2 and I was thinking about ordering from all 3, returning the Gamestop and Amazon ones after using the bonus and then keeping the BB one for the book.
 
[quote name='The_cheapest_Daddy']BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend Limited Edition
--Amazon--
Bonus items for limited edition include CD soundtrack, Calendar and Artbook[/QUOTE]

Those aren't preorder bonuses, they are the contents of the Limited Edition - which costs $20 more than the standard (Aksys used to give bonuses for free, but now they're Capcom II). It's also available at Gamestop, if anyone cares.
 
[quote name='GameDude79']Just added all the pre-order bonuses through March. Is Origin still offering the AT12 Raider Shotgun? I checked and they don't list it anymore.[/QUOTE]
Not sure. I have zero plans to ever buy anything through Origin.
 
Added bonus poster for FFXIII-2 from Walmart that is included in the packaging. It isn't shown on their website for some reason, but noticed it while I was looking on the official website for the game.
 
the 10$ credit does not apply to mass effect 3 collectors edition does it? i think i saw a couple weeks back that the collectors edition included the 10$.
 
[quote name='Rainman']the 10$ credit does not apply to mass effect 3 collectors edition does it? i think i saw a couple weeks back that the collectors edition included the 10$.[/QUOTE]

I don't think it does.
 
Update 1/25:
  • Added the Origin.com Mass Effect 3 pre-order bonus for PS3, 360, and PC
  • Added the Amazon.com and GameStop Silent Hill: Downpour pre-order bonuses for PS3 and 360
  • Updated the release date for Inversion for PS3 and 360
  • Temporarily removed Max Payne 3 for PS3, 360, and PC (Delayed till May. Will be re-added in a couple months)
  • Minor spelling mistakes corrected
If I missed anything, please let me know. Thanks!
 
So apologies if this has been answered but does Amazon have a preorder bonus for Resident Evil Opperation Raccoon City? Also I'm assuming the costumes are the same everywhere just different weapons?
 
[quote name='Kotomine']Agreed, I want all the FF13-2 pre-order bonuses. I ended up going with Gamestop since I have one close to me, Best Buy's too far away and the Amazon pre-order bonus is my least favorite of the 3. It wasn't an extremely difficult decision but still annoying nonetheless.[/QUOTE]Based on your phrasing, it sounds like you would have preferred BBY's preorder bonus over GS's. Do you mind if I ask why? I'm still wondering if going with the book is the way to go, especially since you can find its contents for free online and in the past, GS's preorder DLC hasn't later appeared online and as a result becomes rare.
 
[quote name='Vigilante']Based on your phrasing, it sounds like you would have preferred BBY's preorder bonus over GS's. Do you mind if I ask why? I'm still wondering if going with the book is the way to go, especially since you can find its contents for free online and in the past, GS's preorder DLC hasn't later appeared online and as a result becomes rare.[/QUOTE]

Partly because I have credit at Gamestop. I originally wanted the book too, but I've since seen a video of a UK unboxing of the softcover version and I was less than impressed with it. Although I know for collection purposes physical always trumps digital but it really boils down to personal choice with this pre-order bonus.
 
if u buy ff xiii-2 in store on release day at walmart u get a free poster of the battle of valhalla... atleast thats what the sign read when i went to walmart yesterday.

[quote name='Kotomine']Agreed, I want all the FF13-2 pre-order bonuses. I ended up going with Gamestop since I have one close to me, Best Buy's too far away and the Amazon pre-order bonus is my least favorite of the 3. It wasn't an extremely difficult decision but still annoying nonetheless.[/QUOTE]
 
[quote name='new1']So apologies if this has been answered but does Amazon have a preorder bonus for Resident Evil Opperation Raccoon City? Also I'm assuming the costumes are the same everywhere just different weapons?[/QUOTE]

GameStop, Best Buy and Amazon each have two unique weapons as bonuses if you pre-order the $60 regular edition.

However, all six of these guns (and two more) are included in the $70 Special Edition.

So if you can, order the Special Edition to get everything, including the outfits.
 
[quote name='technicalstylez']if u buy ff xiii-2 in store on release day at walmart u get a free poster of the battle of valhalla... atleast thats what the sign read when i went to walmart yesterday.[/QUOTE]

I seen that yesterday as well and while I do like posters I'm all out of wall space :lol:
 
[quote name='Kotomine']Partly because I have credit at Gamestop. I originally wanted the book too, but I've since seen a video of a UK unboxing of the softcover version and I was less than impressed with it. Although I know for collection purposes physical always trumps digital but it really boils down to personal choice with this pre-order bonus.[/QUOTE]Thanks for answering. I've only got a couple of days left to think about this...

To make it even more difficult of a decision, I was somehow able to get my Amazon preorder for the FFXIII CE lowered to $72.19 (5% off for ordering with the CE guide, then 5% off of that due to Quick Picks discount). I'd basically be saving $10 getting it from Amazon instead of BBY due to no tax, but is it worth cancelling my BBY preorder?

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Is it possible to just order FFXIII-2 from all 3 to reap the benefits of all of them? Can't I just keep 1 copy and return the other 2? or are the DLC/Artbook packed in the game itself?
 
Bonus Offer
Pre-order Kid Icarus: Uprising and get a bonus download code for 3D Classics: Kid Icarus. The promotional code will be e-mailed within two days after the product ships. This offer will be extended to all pre-orders. Offer valid when shipped and sold by Amazon.com, while supplies last. Limit one per customer. Amazon reserves the right to change or terminate this promotion at any time.
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http://www.amazon.com/Kid-Icarus-Uprising-nintendo-3ds/dp/B002I0EMBI/ref=tsm_1_tw_s_vg_lyh62z
 
[quote name='Vigilante']Thanks for answering. I've only got a couple of days left to think about this...

To make it even more difficult of a decision, I was somehow able to get my Amazon preorder for the FFXIII CE lowered to $72.19 (5% off for ordering with the CE guide, then 5% off of that due to Quick Picks discount). I'd basically be saving $10 getting it from Amazon instead of BBY due to no tax, but is it worth cancelling my BBY preorder?

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I don't know man it's a tough call, which one are you leaning more towards? You will still be getting a pretty good pre-order bonus (that might not be available for purchase later on) with Amazon in addition to getting $10 off, that's a pretty good deal IMO.

[quote name='Setherial']Is it possible to just order FFXIII-2 from all 3 to reap the benefits of all of them? Can't I just keep 1 copy and return the other 2? or are the DLC/Artbook packed in the game itself?[/QUOTE]

If the book is packaged the same way as the UK version then it will be packaged with the game itself and Gamestop usually has their pre-order code(s) slip within the game case. As for Amazon they email their codes so I guess you could do that with them but it's kind of a jerk move.
 
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[quote name='Kotomine']I don't know man it's a tough call, which one are you leaning more towards? You will still be getting a pretty good pre-order bonus (that might not be available for purchase later on) with Amazon in addition to getting $10 off, that's a pretty good deal IMO.[/QUOTE]To be honest, I didn't feel as good about getting the book from BBY after hearing how small it was and how easy to obtain online its contents were, but after speaking with a very friendly and cool BBY employee (who seemed to be managing the game section from what I could see), I told him that I'd reserved the FFXIII-2 CE there and that I was hoping BBY would have a midnight release. He sounded excited for the game (and passionate about games in general), so I'd feel kind of bad just cancelling the preorder after having such a fun discussion.

I'm probably making a mountain out of a molehill, though; not only would I be saving $10 plus whatever gas money to drive to BBY, but I could pay for the FFXIII-2 CE on Amazon entirely with credit. It's looking more and more like this is the way to go. :whistle2:k
 
I pre-ordered Silent Hill: Downpour on Amazon back in July when it was offered for $49.99.

I see it has the pre-order bonus now, of two weapons and a $10 gift credit that will be emailed to you as codes after the game ships. I emailed an Amazon representative about it and he/she said I wouldn't be getting it. But I read the pre-order details again, and at the end it says.. "Offer will be extended to all existing pre-orders."

Which sounds like my pre-order should get the bonuses regardless of when I purchased it. You guys are the masters, will this work out normally and I'll get it, or no?
 
[quote name='Vigilante']To be honest, I didn't feel as good about getting the book from BBY after hearing how small it was and how easy to obtain online its contents were, but after speaking with a very friendly and cool BBY employee (who seemed to be managing the game section from what I could see), I told him that I'd reserved the FFXIII-2 CE there and that I was hoping BBY would have a midnight release. He sounded excited for the game (and passionate about games in general), so I'd feel kind of bad just cancelling the preorder after having such a fun discussion.

I'm probably making a mountain out of a molehill, though; not only would I be saving $10 plus whatever gas money to drive to BBY, but I could pay for the FFXIII-2 CE on Amazon entirely with credit. It's looking more and more like this is the way to go. :whistle2:k[/QUOTE]


Money is easily replaceable. Limited edition collectables are not.
 
[quote name='ShadowAssassin']You'll get it.[/QUOTE]

Well, that's good.

But oh crap. :whistle2:# The Amazon representative gave me a $10 promotional credit in the email after saying I wouldn't be getting the pre-order bonuses, tho yeah that paragraph definitely ends saying all pre-orders do. I don't like taking money like that out of mistakes but I mean, okay. :bouncy:
 
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If the book is packaged the same way as the UK version then it will be packaged with the game itself and Gamestop usually has their pre-order code(s) slip within the game case. As for Amazon they email their codes so I guess you could do that with them but it's kind of a jerk move.[/QUOTE]

How is it a Jerk move if I want all the FFXIII-2 DLC? The dev/publishing companies are the one's doing the dick move by chopping up the game like that. Now I haven't done it before but I was thinking about doing it for this game due to the good reviews and pretty much how much I'm excited for it. It's a ton of money up front but I'll be getting it back the next day or so with the reward of the actual DLC/Artbook.

Has anyone else tried this and has it worked? BTW can someone confirm if bestbuy has the art book packaged with the game itself?
 
[quote name='Romeo']Money is easily replaceable. Limited edition collectables are not.[/QUOTE]I understand that, but can you really consider a book that comes with all first-run copies a "limited edition collectable"? Also, depending on whether SE releases FFXIII-2 DLC here, the Omega DLC might become a limited edition collectable (though it'd be stupid for them to do otherwise)...
 
[quote name='Vigilante']I understand that, but can you really consider a book that comes with all first-run copies a "limited edition collectable"? Also, depending on whether SE releases FFXIII-2 DLC here, the Omega DLC might become a limited edition collectable (though it'd be stupid for them to do otherwise)...[/QUOTE]

I thought the book was only for pre-orders. Is it sorta like a "free upgrade" ie "limited edition" etc that's guaranteed if you preorder?
 
[quote name='Gamer SDP']I thought the book was only for pre-orders. Is it sorta like a "free upgrade" ie "limited edition" etc that's guaranteed if you preorder?[/QUOTE]

The book isn't really for pre-orders. Like many things I've notice from Bestbuy (when it comes to games), it's available to anybody that buys the game while supplies last. If you look at their ad, shows that you don't really need to preorder to get it. I still think it's a collectable. Maybe not one that would fitch you a price or increase the rarity of what you got, but nice to have.
 
After much deliberation, I cancelled my FFXIII-2 CE preorder at BBY and paid off my $72.19 Amazon preorder (entirely with credit). It's pretty sweet that both that and the CE guide will get to me on Tuesday (Release Date Delivery). :D
 
[quote name='Vigilante']After much deliberation, I cancelled my FFXIII-2 CE preorder at BBY and paid off my $72.19 Amazon preorder (entirely with credit). It's pretty sweet that both that and the CE guide will get to me on Tuesday (Release Date Delivery). :D[/QUOTE]

Did you get email today or yesterday saying that your game has been ship? Because only my CE strategy guide has been ship, but not the game. Should I be worry?
 
[quote name='The_cheapest_Daddy']Did you get email today or yesterday saying that your game has been ship? Because only my CE strategy guide has been ship, but not the game. Should I be worry?[/QUOTE]No, I haven't gotten a shipping notice for either item, but I expect them to be shipped today; I've received items via Release Date Delivery that were shipped the day before the actual release date.
 
so you only get the case for Resident Evil: Revelations if you preorder from best buy online? not in store.....that kind of sucks.
 
I'm sure this has been mentioned already...
Yakuza Dead Souls pre-order bonus at Gamestop. You get weapons, costumes, and some other stuff. It is not listed yet, but I saw it on the Sega message boards.
 
For those wondering about preorder DLC's from Bestbuy. Soul Calibur 5 CE & reg copies is prepack in case. Final Fantasy XIII-2 CE is shrink wrap together with the mini guide not sure about reg copies though.
 
Just picked up my FF XII-2 CE with the novella from BB (pre-ordered it back in December)... The CE is sold out on BB's website, the PS3 regular too, the only one left is Xbox 360 which is also bundled with the novella. I don't know about the stores, I didn't check since I use the store pick up option (I guess I could have browsed the store afterward, but I didn't feel like to waste time).

Oh, just to let you know, the novella is bundled with the game, it's not really a pre-order bonus per se, it's more like first come first served thing.
 
Did any get the Walmart laser art cell for Soul Calibur V?

It was supposed to be available to anyone that purchased game within 24hours of release. I went to my store and they didn't even get any.
 
[quote name='Rock_Dash3X']The book isn't really for pre-orders. Like many things I've notice from Bestbuy (when it comes to games), it's available to anybody that buys the game while supplies last. If you look at their ad, shows that you don't really need to preorder to get it. I still think it's a collectable. Maybe not one that would fitch you a price or increase the rarity of what you got, but nice to have.[/QUOTE]

Blah. Last time I have a pre-order with Best Buy (asked a friend to do since I don't buy much from BB and he gets the reward zone points).

I don't know how they screwed this one up...but I ask my friend to pre-order the game online for me back in December. Game ships and it turns out BB shipped Soul Calibur V CE for the PS3 instead of FFXIII-2 CE for the Xbox 360.

Thinking that the novel was actually a pre-order bonus, I tell my friend maybe it'll be easier to contact corporate CS instead of going to a store to exchange. He doesn't understand why I'm so fascinated getting the novel, so I send an email to BB (using his order number, name and email - he was cool with it) asking about it. Then later on, I read the novel really wasn't really a pre-order bonus and it's available bundled with at least the CE copies of the game.

....
 
Lollipop Chainsaw preorder bonuses:

Amazon: Rockabilly outfit
Best Buy: Goth Girl and Foxy Funk outfits
Gamestop: Ash Williams outfit

That's Ash Williams from Evil Dead, not Mass Effect. :)
 
[quote name='Clown069']so you only get the case for Resident Evil: Revelations if you preorder from best buy online? not in store.....that kind of sucks.[/QUOTE]

Since I'm gonna wait on buying the game, I ordered the case only from BB for $5. The case shipped today!
 
It looks like Gamestop is offering a preorder bonus for the next Tales of game, Tales of Graces f :)ps3:): In-game outfits and an XMB theme. Details below: [quote name='Gamestop.com']
Special In-Game outfits and a XMB Theme! Pre-Order Tales of Graces f with GameStop to unlock special In-Game outfits and a XMB Theme!

Nostalgic Outfits from the Japanese version of Tales of Destiny 1 &2: Not only will these costumes gives Asbel, Sophie, and Richard a whole new look, wearing them will change the battle music as well!

XMB Theme: Customize your XMB with the Tales of Graces f theme. With graceful icons and dynamic wallpaper, you'll live and breathe Tales of Graces f in-and-out of the game![/QUOTE]
The most important thing to note is that according to Namco-Bandai's Tales Series Facebook page, the costumes will not be released for future download separately:[quote name='Namco-Bandai']The Tales of Destiny DLC costume pack pre-order bonus is exclusive to GameStop and EB Games, and will not be available for future download.[/QUOTE]So this preorder bonus might fetch quite a pretty penny down the road. ;)
 
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