Best Buy [Unlocked] $20 RZ Cert. Pre-order Promo 2012

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**Is Call of Duty Black Ops 2 part of the promo?
Yes, Mike from BB corporate have confirmed this multiple times. You won't see any mention of the promo due to publisher request.
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Click here for discussion on the 2013 $20 [Unlocked] RZ Cert. Pre-order Promo.

https://myrewardzone.bestbuy.com/offers/offersandpromotions/info/0900a76f800bed8a

As a Reward Zone Program Gamers Club [Unlocked] member, you get $20 in reward certificates for each game you pre-order and purchase from a select list of titles.

Get $20 in Reward Certificates for each game you pre-order and purchase from the list of unreleased titles below:

Best Buy Pre-order bonuses
[customspoiler=Black Ops 2]
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Free Exclusive Dog Tags
when you pre-order Call of Duty: Black Ops II on Xbox 360 or PS3.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops II Pre-Order Bonus
Test your skills with the Nuketown 2025 multiplayer map and gain access to Double XP Launch Weekend when you pre-order for Xbox 360, PS3 or PC. While supplies last
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[customspoiler=Far Cry 3]
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The Lost Expeditions Exclusive Bonus
Far Cry 3, The Lost Expeditions Exclusive Bonus Mission Discover the secrets of the island's lost World War II ruins in two exclusive single-player bonus missions and blast away your opponents in multiplayer with the unlocked Type 10 flare gun.

Single Player Mission 1: Forgotten Experiment
Trapped inside a forgotten research facility, your only way out is through the crumbling ruins. To escape, you'll have to activate the old experiments and unleash an electronic storm that could be the end of you.
Single Player Mission 2: Ignition in the Deep
Inside an abandoned military silo, the only thing standing between you and freedom are Vaas' pirates and a forgotten missile leaking a lake of fuel.
Multiplayer: Type 10 Flare Gun
Unlock the power of a gun that's modified to shoot 10-gauge shells.
You'll receive a code via e-mail on the game's release date for in-game access to the bonus content. Valid e-mail address required to receive download code.
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Do I have to be a Reward Zone Gamers Club [Unlocked] member to qualify?
Yes, in order to qualify for the promotion customers must be a Reward Zone Gamers Club [Unlocked] member at the time the pre-order is picked up or shipped.

If I am not a member of the Reward Zone Gamers Club [Unlocked], how do I join?
You can only sign up for Gamer’s Club [Unlocked] in store. If you are signing up the day you pick up an eligible pre-order, the pre-order exchange and [Unlocked] sale must be completed on the same receipt.

Is this offer available for both in-store and BestBuy.com purchases?
Yes! Pre-orders and purchases placed both in-store and on BestBuy.com qualify.

Does it count on all editions of the game?
The offer is applicable on all Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of the game such as special editions, limited editions, collector’s editions, etc. (subject to availability). PC, Wii, or any other platform of any of the titles does not qualify as a purchase towards this promotion.

Can I purchase multiple of the same title and still qualify for the promotion?
You can only receive one $20 certificate for each individual title, regardless of version or platform.

There are twelve titles on this list. Can I get 12 $20 certificates if I pre-order and purchase all of them?
Yes! With this offer, members are eligible for up to 12,000 Bonus Reward Zone points if they pre-order and purchase all games.

How do I link my Reward Zone account to my BestBuy.com account to ensure my purchases are tracked?
Check out this handy post by Kyle-BBY with instructions on how to do so.

How long does this promotion run?
The promotion will end 7 days after the last game is released.

When will I get my certificates?
Reward Zone Gamers Club [Unlocked] members will receive their $20 certificate approximately 30 days from the date of pick up or shipping of each title as it is released.

Will I still receive my regular RZ points for making the purchases?
Yes, customers will still receive everyday points per the Reward Zone program rules.

Am I still eligible for all additional offers that might be available for the new games such as DLCs or free merchandise?
Yes, customers are still eligible for additional offers they may come available with these new releases.

If I return any of the games, will I still be eligible?
Any game returned will be disqualified for that title’s $20 certificate offer.

If I pre-order and/or purchase any of the above listed games using a Best Buy gift card or Reward Zone certificates, will they count as a valid pre-order and purchase towards the $20 bonus certificate?
Yes. A pre-order and/or purchase with a Best Buy gift card or Reward Zone certificates will count as an eligible purchase toward the $20 bonus certificate offer. The Reward Zone program rules regarding earning points when a gift card or certificate is used still apply.

If I find a lower price on the game will Best Buy price match?
Yes! Best Buy has a price match guarantee which can be found here.

If I receive a price match from an in-store or BestBuy.com purchased game, will I still qualify for the $20 bonus certificate?
Yes. A price match done in-store or on BestBuy.com within policy will not affect your eligibility for the $20 bonus certificate.

If you want more titles added alert BB of the games here
http://forums.bestbuy.com/t5/Best-Bu...o/idi-p/531520
PC Gamers request for PC games to be added here
http://forums.bestbuy.com/t5/Best-Bu...s/idi-p/528964
^Thanks Enuf!
[quote name='lordopus99']$20 Reward Zone Gamer's Club Unlocked for Dummies

1) You will not get your $20 RZ until around the 30-35 day mark (after purchase). Stop worrying about it until that point.
2) The RZ website is far from accurate. Proof in point, the RZ silver bar. Again, see #1. Patience is a virtue.

What does this mean on a purchase?
- RZGC UNLOCKED PO 10 DISCOUNT - Your 10% discount for Pre Owned Games. This will show up for ANY purchase (gaming or not) as long as you are Gamer's Club Unlocked.
- PS-(system)-(game) i.e. PS-X360-RESIDENT EVIL 6 - This is your preorder being deducted from the purchase of the game.

Preorder DLC Bonus - You need to have an email address associated to your Reward Zone account. This is the email address they will send your DLC code to. It typicially can take a day to obtain this. Potentially up to a week. Note your luck of getting this by the time you get home is a crapshoot. Wait a week and then call customer service if you haven't received.

FOR YOUR POINTS...
If your physical receipt shows like below, you should get your $20RZ preorder bonus.

EXCHANGE

Original Tran (Cust Serv Pin) Date

Return Items
Pre-order SKU PS-(system)-(game) 5.00-

Sale Items
SKU Name of Game for above 59.99

The complaining about these points/DLC need to die down. Come on guys/gals...

PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE[/QUOTE]
^Thanks lordopus99!
 
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[quote name='Zolor23']Oh yeah, prob the welcome packet. I'm waiting for that. When did you sign up for GCU?[/QUOTE]

i signed up on the 19th of august. Glad it came at the perfect time for the fall games! :bouncy:
 
[quote name='Zolor23']Oh yeah, prob the welcome packet. I'm waiting for that. When did you sign up for GCU?[/QUOTE]Yes, the coupon he is talking about is one of four that comes in the Welcome Packet. It usually takes 6-8 weeks to arrive.
 
[quote name='tachido']i signed up on the 19th of august. Glad it came at the perfect time for the fall games! :bouncy:[/QUOTE]

[quote name='PimpLimp']Yes, the coupon he is talking about is one of four that comes in the Welcome Packet. It usually takes 6-8 weeks to arrive.[/QUOTE]

Dang...that's soooooooooooooooooooo long...maybe some of the new games now might be lower in price by that time :)

thanks
 
Everything went smooth at my best buy. picked up the HE, got a free can of nos, 2 gamer grub snack bags, poster, and black ops 2 patch.
 
[quote name='s2k']Everything went smooth at my best buy. picked up the HE, got a free can of nos, 2 gamer grub snack bags, poster, and black ops 2 patch.[/QUOTE]

not bad

[quote name='computingwarren']Got poster, regular copy of Blops 2, and codes for Microsoft points and live?[/QUOTE]

...if that's true, i shoulda gone out
 
[quote name='computingwarren']Its true. 1 month of live. Not sure how many points.

Oh and nuke town 2025. Still got and didn't pre order.[/QUOTE]

So, first run copies coming w/ nuketown 2025 is confirmed?
 
[quote name='Lord Hamm']Is it a nice poster like the BL2 cardboard double sided one or cheap like a regular paper poster?[/QUOTE]

its the cheap paper poster.
 
Although lame...I still think I got the best swag when I preordered a month ago:

iPhone 4 case and baseball cap.

I don't even think this was on the list of eligible giveaway swag, but rather employee exclusive swag that the game guy have me since he's always the one dealing with me.
 
[quote name='Zolor23']So, first run copies coming w/ nuketown 2025 is confirmed?[/QUOTE]

Yes, that is confirmed. Its in the game case. They don't give you a code.
 
My AC3 preorder dlc code randomly got e-mailed to me today. Completely forgot about it, at least I don't have to give CS another call.
 
[quote name='dudejeff22']So...

1000 bonus points hit after 30 days...

Holiday return policy policy is honored until Jan. 24....


.......[/QUOTE]

*peter griffin voice*

Go on...
 
Actually kind of happy that I went to Best Buys midnight launch. I ended up winning a pair of turtle beach headphones, got a shirt, 2 posters, patch, and a lot of nos and gamer grub.
 
[quote name='joeyshadows']Actually kind of happy that I went to Best Buys midnight launch. I ended up winning a pair of turtle beach headphones, got a shirt, 2 posters, patch, and a lot of nos and gamer grub.[/QUOTE]


I also won a pair of turtle beach headphones and a poster. It was a good time, sort of a married guys night out for me and my coworkers... Haha...
 
Got to play on an 80 inch projector in the magnolia theatre section of black ops 2 zombies. Also played multiplayer on an LG 3D tv.

  • Got 1 month hulu plus subscription
  • black ops 2 patch
  • 160 MS Points card
  • LG 3d glasses
  • Gamer Grub branded snacks
  • black ops 2 poster
After all said and done, 5 minutes after I walked out of best buy I got my $50 offer and $25 offer from Amex for doing the halo 4 promo. Overall great night for me.
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[quote name='dudejeff22']So...

1000 bonus points hit after 30 days...

Holiday return policy policy is honored until Jan. 24....


.......[/QUOTE]

But...i think people say your point total goes into the negatives. I like your thinking, however.

[quote name='joeyshadows']Actually kind of happy that I went to Best Buys midnight launch. I ended up winning a pair of turtle beach headphones, got a shirt, 2 posters, patch, and a lot of nos and gamer grub.[/QUOTE]

[quote name='InvaderZim']I also won a pair of turtle beach headphones and a poster. It was a good time, sort of a married guys night out for me and my coworkers... Haha...[/QUOTE]

Dang, at that rate, everyone gets free Turtle Beaches! Were they the Black Ops 2 Turtle Beaches or the regular ones?
 
Trying to figure out why I preordered this...

Me and my buddy get to my BB (Springfield, MO) at 11:15pm and the line is already fairly long. We are told by the greeter that preorders are to go straight to the regular checkout stations. I think, "Good, we don't have to wait in that line."

...I'm wrong.

We have to wait in the FIRST line (which isn't very long) to (I guess) verify our preorders. My buddy's CSR tells him she doesn't know how to do online preorders (then why are you working tonight?). I show my order number and the CSR verifies and prints my physical receipt to pick up my copy. Then my buddy goes to the same CSR and gets his as well. Meanwhile, the other line has gotten massive in the last 10 minutes. We move further with our receipts and are back at the main entrance. At this point, the main greeter tells us that we are now supposed to go to the back of the main line (non preorders)...

WHAT?!

Why preorder then? Why is there ONE LINE to get your copy of the game? I would think that there would be two lines, where at the end of each you get your copy. One for preorders, one for non-preorders. Why there weren't copies of the game at the end of the first line we had to wait in is beyond me. We are currently in a line that's snaking all throughout the BB store. And by preordering, are now ridiculously further back than we would have been.

I realize that this release night would be busy either way, but not separating the lines makes zero sense to me. And to have to wait LONGER makes even less sense. Anyone else experience this?

I'll also add that I'm GCU Unlocked so I get the $20 RZ...but what if I wasn't? Guy in front of me thought it would at least be worth it for the Nuketown 2025 map but turns out everyone gets it as more of an "early adopter" perk than a preorder bonus. Codes are in the case.
 
[quote name='Zolor23']
Dang, at that rate, everyone gets free Turtle Beaches! Were they the Black Ops 2 Turtle Beaches or the regular ones?[/QUOTE]
Yeah they were, I had a guy standing in front of me who won that and the guy behind me won the Fus1on controller. I only got a hulu plus 1 month subscription card. :cry:
 
[quote name='htz']Yeah they were, I had a guy standing in front of me who won that and the guy behind me won the Fus1on controller. I only got a hulu plus 1 month subscription card. :cry:[/QUOTE]

Wow...that's terrible luck.

Any thoughts on the game?
 
How do i get best buy to PM the TRU deal buy 2 get $30 off do i print out the page or tell them to check online??
 
[quote name='Zolor23']Wow...that's terrible luck.

Any thoughts on the game?[/QUOTE]
Another guy in front of him won black ops branded ear-buds.
Guy in front of me won the turtle beach headset.
I won hulu plus 1 month sub.
Guy Behind me won Fus1ion controller.

The funny thing is there was a handful of big prizes and majority of the big prizes went to the 3 guys around me. Either I just have bad luck or I give good luck to people around me. :drool: The other big prize was a hardened edition 360 copy which went to someone in the middle of the line. The line was also pretty big so I'm kind of happy I got at least something for free out of the raffle. I already got tons of swag from target earlier anyways.

I haven't played my copy yet cause I'm hungry and tired right now. But from what I have played of zombies it was fun, the multiplayer plays like any other COD (I notice most of the maps are small like nuketownish but don't know if it was pure luck of the map rotations I played).
 
[quote name='htz']Another guy in front of him won black ops branded ear-buds.
Guy in front of me won the turtle beach headset.
I won hulu plus 1 month sub.
Guy Behind me won Fus1ion controller.

The funny thing is there was a handful of big prizes and majority of the big prizes went to the 3 guys around me. Either I just have bad luck or I give good luck to people around me. :drool: The other big prize was a hardened edition 360 copy which went to someone in the middle of the line. The line was also pretty big so I'm kind of happy I got at least something for free out of the raffle. I already got tons of swag from target earlier anyways.

I haven't played my copy yet cause I'm hungry and tired right now. But from what I have played of zombies it was fun, the multiplayer plays like any other COD (I notice most of the maps are small like nuketownish but don't know if it was pure luck of the map rotations I played).[/QUOTE]
Statically u are 'lucky' you won something (ran above expected value; usually u wont win shit), prob an anomaly that the ppl won around u is all.

As far as being in that situation, I'd be annoyed just bc I'd prob feel entitled even if I know I wasn't mathematically lol
 
I'm giving away my hulu plus 1 month subscription and 160 MS Points card.
I have amazon prime, netflix, and I buy my digital content on PS3 so I don't need them. First person to PM can choose between the 2 and whoever is 2nd gets the option to receive whats left or I pick another person.

Note: Hulu plus 1 month code is valid for new subs only.
 
[quote name='htz']I'm giving away my hulu plus 1 month subscription and 160 MS Points card.
I have amazon prime, netflix, and I buy my digital content on PS3 so I don't need them. First person to PM can choose between the 2 and whoever is 2nd gets the option to receive whats left or I pick another person.

Note: Hulu plus 1 month code is valid for new subs only.[/QUOTE]

PM'd good sir
 
[quote name='htz']I'm giving away my hulu plus 1 month subscription and 160 MS Points card.
I have amazon prime, netflix, and I buy my digital content on PS3 so I don't need them. First person to PM can choose between the 2 and whoever is 2nd gets the option to receive whats left or I pick another person.

Note: Hulu plus 1 month code is valid for new subs only.[/QUOTE]

PM'd :)
 
So my RZ certificate wouldn't scan because I didn't have enough black ink in my printer so the ink on the cert. was sort of faint, the guy said if I come back tomorrow with a better print, he can add the certificate in. My question is, will this not let me get my $20 RZ certificate from PO BLOPS?
 
Looks like the hardened edition isn't as great as I thought (mainly wanted nuketown zombies, but now they're including it in the season pass). If anyone in oc ca is interested (i dont have paypal) in getting it can pm me


Its for :360:
 
[quote name='JohnWayne']So my RZ certificate wouldn't scan because I didn't have enough black ink in my printer so the ink on the cert. was sort of faint, the guy said if I come back tomorrow with a better print, he can add the certificate in. My question is, will this not let me get my $20 RZ certificate from PO BLOPS?[/QUOTE]

Yeah if u do a return n rebuy that would only cause problems. Why didnt they just type in the code? Or show it from your email / rz account?
 
[quote name='lwhitit']Yeah if u do a return n rebuy that would only cause problems. Why didnt they just type in the code? Or show it from your email / rz account?[/QUOTE]

I told him to try n type thr numbers in and he said he tried it with another customer and it didn't work and I don't have a smartphone (crazy, I know lol)
 
Dang, my BB didn't have any of that cool stuff, save for the cheap posters. No drinks, snacks, or raffles at all. Just got my HE and got the HE(LL) out of there.
 
[quote name='sninh']Looks like the hardened edition isn't as great as I thought (mainly wanted nuketown zombies, but now they're including it in the season pass). If anyone in oc ca is interested (i dont have paypal) in getting it can pm me


Its for :360:[/QUOTE]

Just sell your code on ebay and use the money to buy a season pass. People will be buying up the Nuketown Zombie codes and challenge coins.
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']IS the 360 version two discs?[/QUOTE]

nope just 1
i was able to get it PM at BB
H4 and BLOP2 for 96
 
[quote name='JohnWayne']I told him to try n type thr numbers in and he said he tried it with another customer and it didn't work and I don't have a smartphone (crazy, I know lol)[/QUOTE]

All the best buys I have been to have kiosks with a printer so you can access your RZ account and print out coupons/certificates, might want to try to look for one next time.
 
[quote name='AirMcLaren']Trying to figure out why I preordered this...

Me and my buddy get to my BB (Springfield, MO) at 11:15pm and the line is already fairly long. We are told by the greeter that preorders are to go straight to the regular checkout stations. I think, "Good, we don't have to wait in that line."

...I'm wrong.

We have to wait in the FIRST line (which isn't very long) to (I guess) verify our preorders. My buddy's CSR tells him she doesn't know how to do online preorders (then why are you working tonight?). I show my order number and the CSR verifies and prints my physical receipt to pick up my copy. Then my buddy goes to the same CSR and gets his as well. Meanwhile, the other line has gotten massive in the last 10 minutes. We move further with our receipts and are back at the main entrance. At this point, the main greeter tells us that we are now supposed to go to the back of the main line (non preorders)...

WHAT?!

Why preorder then? Why is there ONE LINE to get your copy of the game? I would think that there would be two lines, where at the end of each you get your copy. One for preorders, one for non-preorders. Why there weren't copies of the game at the end of the first line we had to wait in is beyond me. We are currently in a line that's snaking all throughout the BB store. And by preordering, are now ridiculously further back than we would have been.

I realize that this release night would be busy either way, but not separating the lines makes zero sense to me. And to have to wait LONGER makes even less sense. Anyone else experience this?

I'll also add that I'm GCU Unlocked so I get the $20 RZ...but what if I wasn't? Guy in front of me thought it would at least be worth it for the Nuketown 2025 map but turns out everyone gets it as more of an "early adopter" perk than a preorder bonus. Codes are in the case.[/QUOTE]


You need a new Best Buy. I had all the people at my store who preordered reprint their receipts if the didn't have them immediately, we could start ringing people out at 11 pm, and immediately at midnight I started handing out games to the already rung out line. The main rush was out the door by 12:06. Sounds like your store just doesn't understand how to work a midnight opening.
 
[quote name='Alkalinejoe']All the best buys I have been to have kiosks with a printer so you can access your RZ account and print out coupons/certificates, might want to try to look for one next time.[/QUOTE]

I know I asked if I could just go print it out but he said that no one could go into the store
 
Did i miss something about midnight releases? So here is my story, went to best buy sat. see if i could pre-order the game so i can get the $20 cert. guy says no go. But that i could go at midnight to buy it , and it would be like a party and giving out prizes. So I say "Badass" jk.

Well i get out of work early and get to BB at 1140 and see a line outside. I'm all excited because i've never been to a midnight release and never won any prizes or played for some so i thought it would be a cool experience. Wait in line for 5 min and see around 4 or 5 people walk out of the store and they have posters and stuff and hear one guy say he won a gift card.

At this point i'm like WTF. I thought it started at midnight. SO midnight rolls around and nada. Just get in line, get the game, and out i went. :cry: i didn't even get the poster, but i was too tired to tell them about it. My wife wanted me to come home and get food on the way.

I know i saw the fliers correctly and while i was waiting in line i they still had them up , it clearly states join us at midnight for a free for all and win prizes. Lying bastards. Well, anyways i got the game no biggie just wont do a midnight anything again. Although my wife did want me to play since i haven't been playing in a while and she was giving me a hard time about buying it, she even fixed up the bed room so i could play comfortably. ;)

P.S. Curse you Adult Manga, now i have an oyster in my pants.
 
Doors opened at 9pm. Prizes were at 9:45. The lines to prepay started at 10:00 so people could get the game and head home at midnight.

You missed it...




[quote name='Borellius']Did i miss something about midnight releases? So here is my story, went to best buy sat. see if i could pre-order the game so i can get the $20 cert. guy says no go. But that i could go at midnight to buy it , and it would be like a party and giving out prizes. So I say "Badass" jk.

Well i get out of work early and get to BB at 1140 and see a line outside. I'm all excited because i've never been to a midnight release and never won any prizes or played for some so i thought it would be a cool experience. Wait in line for 5 min and see around 4 or 5 people walk out of the store and they have posters and stuff and hear one guy say he won a gift card.

At this point i'm like WTF. I thought it started at midnight. SO midnight rolls around and nada. Just get in line, get the game, and out i went. :cry: i didn't even get the poster, but i was too tired to tell them about it. My wife wanted me to come home and get food on the way.

I know i saw the fliers correctly and while i was waiting in line i they still had them up , it clearly states join us at midnight for a free for all and win prizes. Lying bastards. Well, anyways i got the game no biggie just wont do a midnight anything again. Although my wife did want me to play since i haven't been playing in a while and she was giving me a hard time about buying it, she even fixed up the bed room so i could play comfortably. ;)

P.S. Curse you Adult Manga, now i have an oyster in my pants.[/QUOTE]
 
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[quote name='Borellius']Did i miss something about midnight releases? So here is my story, went to best buy sat. see if i could pre-order the game so i can get the $20 cert. guy says no go. But that i could go at midnight to buy it , and it would be like a party and giving out prizes. So I say "Badass" jk.

Well i get out of work early and get to BB at 1140 and see a line outside. I'm all excited because i've never been to a midnight release and never won any prizes or played for some so i thought it would be a cool experience. Wait in line for 5 min and see around 4 or 5 people walk out of the store and they have posters and stuff and hear one guy say he won a gift card.

At this point i'm like WTF. I thought it started at midnight. SO midnight rolls around and nada. Just get in line, get the game, and out i went. :cry: i didn't even get the poster, but i was too tired to tell them about it. My wife wanted me to come home and get food on the way.

I know i saw the fliers correctly and while i was waiting in line i they still had them up , it clearly states join us at midnight for a free for all and win prizes. Lying bastards. Well, anyways i got the game no biggie just wont do a midnight anything again. Although my wife did want me to play since i haven't been playing in a while and she was giving me a hard time about buying it, she even fixed up the bed room so i could play comfortably. ;)

P.S. Curse you Adult Manga, now i have an oyster in my pants.[/QUOTE]

I am guessing the guy was misinformed because you could still pre order Saturday and get the reward certificate. I have done it twice myself for other games in the promotion.
 
[quote name='JohnWayne']I told him to try n type thr numbers in and he said he tried it with another customer and it didn't work and I don't have a smartphone (crazy, I know lol)[/QUOTE]

Whatever on the smart phone (i always think about dropping it and having a small tablet around to surf instead)

It sounds like you had an uninformed rep, rz points are like cash. He could have redeemed it, it just sounds like he didnt know how / want to. Get a manager to do it next time or find a new bb if possible.
 
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