[quote name='organicow']Dear Sir,
Remember me? We did not exchange names, but I'll bet you remember me; I'm the guy that called you a greedy, selfish asshole in front of about 20 people. Yeah, and now that I'm home, I really wish I'd gone that extra mile and punched you in the face.
I love games, especially when they're cheap. You know what else I love? I love running into another gamer in the aisle of a store during a sale, comparing lists, and treasure hunting. You know, help each other out, talk about games, etc. You know what really irritates me though? People like you.
You see, I went to 2 CCs today (starting at 11 am), and purchased a total of 12 games; not a bad haul by any means! After I bought the first 10 at one CC (where myself and 2 other gamers with lists chatted and compared notes), I figured I would hit another one in the area. When I walked in the door, I saw you at the register with literally HUNDREDS of games. I was shocked!! But, seeing as how this CC is always very well stoked, I figured I'd give you the benefit of the doubt, and check the racks anyway. Well, I found 2 games I wanted (you must have had a slightly out-of-date list, otherwise I'm sure you would have taken those as well), and headed to the register.
You were still there, since you had so many games, and so I took a gander at what you had. It was no surprise to see that you had multiple, multiple copies of every game, many of which I wanted.
Now, I don't need to go into the details of what happened next, because you and I were both there; suffice it to say however, that I gave you a very friendly opportunity to do the right thing before I proceeded to embarrass you. You see, I'm not a reseller. I'm a poor 27 year old college guy just looking to get 1 copy of some games I want. I mentioned very politely that you had multiple copies of some games I was looking for, and yet you refused to let me buy some. Thank you very much.
Before you point it out, I'll beat you to it: Making money is your right. Buying those games was perfectly legal, and there is nothing to stop you from doing it. And, I'm upset that I didn't get some games I wanted, while you did. I readily admit that. However, there is a really big difference between me missing out on a game simply because you beat me to it, and me missing out because you had to be greedy and buy every single copy they had. Think of it this way: As it was, you left happy (and maybe a little embarrassed) and I left disappointed. Had you just been a LITTLE less greedy, we both could have left happy. Hell, a few other people may have gotten games they wanted as well.
But hey, like I said, that was your right. I just wish that more people would realize that just because you CAN do something, that doesn't make it RIGHT. I am comfortable however with the fact that everything comes around in small ways; I will lose no sleep over this, and wish you no ill will. But, you know who you are and you should be ashamed.
Thank you,
a thankful CAG who believes in the antiquated notions of sharing and generosity.[/quote]
You snooze, you lose. If you wanted these games bad enough you would have bought them at their previous price. The guy could have been buying them and donating them to charity (you never know), but just because they're cheap games doesn't mean you're entitled to them if someone beats you to it. "Me, too, me too!". To bad, someone beat you to it. I'm sick of hearing these stories on the boards. If you wanted these games really, really bad enough you would have had them in your collection by now.
These are just GAMES, a luxury item, we are talking about...not food and water. I'm sure you'll live. The fact that you had to write this "letter" and do whatever you did in that store shows that this upset you greatly. You should be ashamed to be so upset over luxury items. I've missed out on many-of-a-deal and when I do, I move on and wait for the next one. Heck, I no longer hunt for games at B&M stores anymore...not worth my time and frustration if nothing is in stock. I'll take my chances online.