Local Gamestop said I cannot Buy 2 Madden 2002 games? No more than 1 copy of each!!!!

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cyberpan

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No joke!! I went to my local Gamestop / Ebgames today Saturday April 7th (day before Easter to get gifts), on 2020 Lincoln Way East in Massillon, Ohio, 44646, and was told by the employee / cashier ringing me out that I could not purchase more than 1 copy of each title.

WHAT HAPPENED??

I had about 30 used games all 5.99 or less (most were 2.99 or less but a few were 5.99 and keep in mind I had NO coupon, and there was NO sale) that I was getting for Easter Gifts for my kids, and my relatives (nephews, etc...they always like more older games rather than one or 2 new titles). The person ringing me up said "Wait a minute you have more than 1 copy of some of some of these games..." (of all the games I was purchasing I had 2 copies of 4 or 5 games, for example... Madden 2002, Haven, Smuggler's Run, etc)... I paused and being somewhat dumbfounded responded honestly stating yes they are gifts for Easter. The Gamestop employee then stated they were just told by their manager that no one could purchase more than 1 copy of 1 title / game. I proceeded to nicely / politely inquire as to why, and he had no response, until a fellow Gamestop employee intervened and stated because some people are "Blockbustering" them. Although I am a member of CAG I honestly did not know what he was talking about until I further questioned him. He stated that their store is refusing to sell more than one copy of each game as to alledgedly avoid people trading in the games at a blockbuster for a credit there.

I then understood what he was saying, but his point made no sense, since all my games were old games such as Madden 2002, where no place is going to give you more in trade in than the dollar or two I was paying for them. He stated that was what their manager told them and was rather rude about it.

MY QUESTION

Is this now standard at Gamestop / Ebgames to refuse anyone trying to buy more than one copy of a same titled game or is this just my local store not wanting to take the time to pull the games? Thanks for the help ahead of time.
 
why would they even care?? if they are selling them at their asking price, makes no sense, you would think they would be happy to sell their darn products.
 
ya wth... that makes absolutely no sense. Maybe the manager was ticked off that day or somethin
 
It's YMMV on this type of stuff. At the store I work at we will let people buy 2 copies of a game, although it depends on what the game is. Like we won't let someone buy 2 copies of a harder to find game like MvC2. Also we don't let people buy 2 of the same gaming system, because most of the time they use stolen credit cards when trying to buy multiple systems.

Edit: I should rephrase the last one, we only let people buy 1 gaming system per day because of the stolen credit card thing
 
If this is true that is the most moronic logic I can think of. Why would they care if you bought every single game in the entire store and then went to Blockbuster and sold all of them. Gamestop is making their money either way, wow. I would have put the games back and gone elsewhere if this had happened to me.
 
Regarding the whole stolen credit card thing radioactiveman mentioned...I had my ID out the whole time so they knew there were no worries there. I got it out before anyone asked since I was buying around 30 cheapy used games. I just figured it would be the first thing someone would ask for, so I got it out ahead of time. As they stated it was "blockbustering" the games they were alledgedly worried about. The games I was buying were all 5.99 or less, no rare titles, in fact there was at least 1, if not more than 1 of each title still left after I picked up the titles I wanted for gifts (Madden 2002, Smuggler's Run, etc). Thanks again everyone for the info. I was just curious if it was a local thing or a nationwide thing.
 
That doesn't surprise me with that exact. That GameStop is right next to a GameRush/Blockbuster, so I can see why they'd institute that kind of policy.

It doesn't even sound like there's much need to make a big deal out of it on either side. Most any store will institute policies against resellers when they see fit to do it. If you're hellbent on getting those Madden 2002 copies, you could've just come back later or even just told them that you're getting them for Easter presents might've gotten them to ignore the policy for the moment.
 
Actually you'd think gamestop would actually LIKE gamers to buy their stuff and sell it to blockbuster! I mean, if people buy them to play often they are returned cause of their 14 day return policy even if opened, and then they have to sell them for cheaper used.
 
maybe u should go back when the holiday weekend is over, cuz holidays suck for retail people. the guy was probably just having a bad day.
 
[quote name='YoshiFan1']They should be happy you were purchasing older titles most people would not want.[/QUOTE]

I'm amazed they haven't taken those shitty games and put them in a box with the word FREE marked all over it by now.
 
[quote name='FriskyTanuki']That doesn't surprise me with that exact. That GameStop is right next to a GameRush/Blockbuster, so I can see why they'd institute that kind of policy.

[/quote]

HOw can you see why they would do this? They are a company, and GameRush is a competing company. Why in the hell would they care what is traded in there? That manager just cost the coporation money, and they would NOT be happy about that.

This is the most ridiculous thing I have heard in quite some time. If someone wants to buy 10 of the same games from you at the price you are asking. YOU SELL THEM! Doesn't matter if they are rare or $1 common games. The goal is to make money. Utterly ridiculous. If that was me in that store I would have caused a scene.

You should report that manager, as there is NO possible way that is a Gamestop policy.

Also, about the stolen credit card thing. That makes no sense either. Do you not ask for ID's?
 
[quote name='Dr Mario Kart']I've wouldve had the district manager called before he even finished his sentence[/quote]

Yeah, before he finished the answer, you should've asked for the district manager's number so you could see what his policy is on that. Sounds like the employee was just being a dick that day.
 
[quote name='ravenbear']why would they even care?? if they are selling them at their asking price, makes no sense, you would think they would be happy to sell their darn products.[/QUOTE]

GS not happy until they have your soul.
 
[quote name='schuerm26']HOw can you see why they would do this? They are a company, and GameRush is a competing company. Why in the hell would they care what is traded in there? That manager just cost the coporation money, and they would NOT be happy about that.

This is the most ridiculous thing I have heard in quite some time. If someone wants to buy 10 of the same games from you at the price you are asking. YOU SELL THEM! Doesn't matter if they are rare or $1 common games. The goal is to make money. Utterly ridiculous. If that was me in that store I would have caused a scene.

You should report that manager, as there is NO possible way that is a Gamestop policy.

Also, about the stolen credit card thing. That makes no sense either. Do you not ask for ID's?[/quote]
It doesn't need to be a global policy if it's something that one store constantly experiences. CC instituted policies to limit the number of copies someone could buy for a clearance sale, so that resellers don't just buy everything in one fell swoop. Sure, they'd like to get rid of those games at any cost, but they don't like the idea of one person buying up stock with the intent to resell and take them for chumps. It sucks, but what are you going to do about it?
 
I had that happen one time to me, I left and came back a few hours later. Got the dupes. I dont know why you would blockbuster them. other than credit.
 
on your receipt is a link for an online survey, you should definitely fill that out just to let these r-tards know how poor a policy that is. GS is on a big customer feedback kick right now so you can strike while the iron is hot.
 
[quote name='booya42301']I had that happen one time to me, I left and came back a few hours later. Got the dupes. I dont know why you would blockbuster them. other than credit.[/QUOTE]

Well then you know why, don't you? :D ;)

[quote name='FriskyTanuki']It doesn't need to be a global policy if it's something that one store constantly experiences. CC instituted policies to limit the number of copies someone could buy for a clearance sale, so that resellers don't just buy everything in one fell swoop. Sure, they'd like to get rid of those games at any cost, but they don't like the idea of one person buying up stock with the intent to resell and take them for chumps. It sucks, but what are you going to do about it?[/QUOTE]

What I think happened is pretty much what FT above me said. However what its was originally supposed to cover IMO is that they don't want people buying large quantities of new release used games that are $44-$54, then selling them on ebay.

Gears of War for a while was going for $60 used on ebay. So instead of specifying whats okay to buy in quantities they decide to save a few bucks, on paper, and ink, and say that only one game can be purchased.

Now OP I feel for you it sucks you couldn't buy gifts. However, I would have to agree with this policy. Resellers are the reason I don't even check out clearance deals anymore. I know that 100,000 people here are going to hit up the site + all of the other deal sites. Whenever there's a new sale, or clearance.
 
[quote name='Dr Mario Kart']I've wouldve had the district manager called before he even finished his sentence[/QUOTE]

Pretty much all you have to say is "report, DM, your name" and every single person in that store would have caved in to whatever you wanted. Don't buckle when they make silly rules like that.
 
[quote name='CitizenB']
What I think happened is pretty much what FT above me said. However what its was originally supposed to cover IMO is that they don't want people buying large quantities of new release used games that are $44-$54, then selling them on ebay.

Gears of War for a while was going for $60 used on ebay. So instead of specifying whats okay to buy in quantities they decide to save a few bucks, on paper, and ink, and say that only one game can be purchased.

[/quote]

This is complete bulls**t. Explain to me why Gamestop would care what is done with these games after they are purchased? They are still getting the money they are asking from it.

By limiting copies, you are forfeiting money now, for the CHANCE of someone buying it later. That makes absolutely no sense and I can guarantee if you called up corporate and told them about these type of policies, they wouldn't be happy about.

It's like at Garage Sales that say they don't start until 7 AM. If someone shows up at 6:30 and wants to buy something, you let them. Take the money when it is offered to you.
 
[quote name='VanillaGorilla']What a crappy uncle. You couldn't afford those extra 10 cents to move up 3 years from Madden 2002 to Madden 2005?[/quote]

As if it isn't the same game with a fresh coat of paint...
 
[quote name='VanillaGorilla']What a crappy uncle. You couldn't afford those extra 10 cents to move up 3 years from Madden 2002 to Madden 2005?[/quote]

:lol:

Many GameStops try to make up lots of shitty policies. Once I was trying to trade in Oblivion to Gamestop, but I didnt have my copy so I just asked the guy how much I would get if I brought it in. He's like "I can't tell you". I'm like "Cant you just scan a copy"? "No, we're not allowed to do that here" (??). I didnt get pissed though because there was another Gamestop right down the street and I didnt feel like arguing with a moron, so I just went there and they told me how much it gets in credit no problem.
 
Well, I think you have 2 different issues here.

1) The reseller thing makes sense - but only up to a point. Sometimes, stores offer deals where they make significantly less money (or even lose money) on some sales to help get customers in the door. It's not good that you have a sale going on game X, and then one peron grabs them all up. You lost the money on the sale, but you won't get the customer traffic that you expect (and after awhile, gamers will stop coming to the store, assuming that it's sold out).
As an example, we have a Meijers near us. If you aren't in within 30 minutes of a big sale starting, forget about it (for really hot items, it's being there 30 minutes or earlier before the item goes on sale). So, if I can't be there at that time, I don't bother going.

2) But, honestly, look at the games you listed. Honestly, if you gave Madden away, would most people even go (if you wanted it, you would have bought it on the cheap by now). So were those other games. For your situation, the policy made no sense at all. It's hard to blame the employees here, since their hands are often tied. Though, it would be nice if the acting manager could look at the spirit of the rule (as opposed to the written rule) and follow it. That is how it's suppose to be, but not everyone can or is willing to do that.

So, you got jobbed a bit.
 
[quote name='camoor']As if it isn't the same game with a fresh coat of paint...[/quote]Now there's an original statement towards the Madden series. Technically speaking, you couldn't be more wrong, but hey, that's never stopped people from bitching about the games before.
 
Sounds like gamestop is afraid of the competition and that they want to swallow up blockbuster along with every other movie/game rental place. I can imagine that game rentals hurt their sales so they are probably pissed that blockbuster exists.

We have begun to buy games as gifts for people as well and sometimes you have to buy 2 copies of a game, if you have 2 or more kids in a family and they want to have their own save files on each game or if they want to play multiplayer (especially for the DS system).

Just another reason NOT to shop at Gamestop...
 
Didn't want to waste a perfectly good box, I suppose.

[quote name='Demolition Man']I'm amazed they haven't taken those shitty games and put them in a box with the word FREE marked all over it by now.[/quote]
 
[quote name='schuerm26']This is complete bulls**t. Explain to me why Gamestop would care what is done with these games after they are purchased? They are still getting the money they are asking from it.

By limiting copies, you are forfeiting money now, for the CHANCE of someone buying it later. That makes absolutely no sense and I can guarantee if you called up corporate and told them about these type of policies, they wouldn't be happy about.

It's like at Garage Sales that say they don't start until 7 AM. If someone shows up at 6:30 and wants to buy something, you let them. Take the money when it is offered to you.[/QUOTE]

Because they want gamestop to be your one stop shopping for video games. They don't want you to go anywhere else. Thats why, if you take their stock, and fill it at another store then someone else will have to go to that store to buy the game that was once at GS. If its at another store then they're losing money because you're not in their store getting products shoved down your throat. Your not in a GS making impulse purchases.
 
If you would of got a few reserves on games that wasn't out and a subscription or two then they would of been happy to sell you a few copies without a word said. All they care about is reservations and subscriptions for the edge card.
 
[quote name='Eryu']If you would of got a few reserves on games that wasn't out and a subscription or two then they would of been happy to sell you a few copies without a word said. All they care about is reservations and subscriptions for the edge card.[/QUOTE]

...
 
It's stupid but Gamestop is doing it because they want you to do all your game related business with them. Somehow they used their backwards logic to think that by forcing you to only get 1 game, youd only do business with them.
 
[quote name='cyberpan']No joke!! I went to my local Gamestop / Ebgames today Saturday April 7th (day before Easter to get gifts), on 2020 Lincoln Way East in Massillon, Ohio, 44646, and was told by the employee / cashier ringing me out that I could not purchase more than 1 copy of each title.

WHAT HAPPENED??

I had about 30 used games all 5.99 or less (most were 2.99 or less but a few were 5.99 and keep in mind I had NO coupon, and there was NO sale) that I was getting for Easter Gifts for my kids, and my relatives (nephews, etc...they always like more older games rather than one or 2 new titles). The person ringing me up said "Wait a minute you have more than 1 copy of some of some of these games..." (of all the games I was purchasing I had 2 copies of 4 or 5 games, for example... Madden 2002, Haven, Smuggler's Run, etc)... I paused and being somewhat dumbfounded responded honestly stating yes they are gifts for Easter. The Gamestop employee then stated they were just told by their manager that no one could purchase more than 1 copy of 1 title / game. I proceeded to nicely / politely inquire as to why, and he had no response, until a fellow Gamestop employee intervened and stated because some people are "Blockbustering" them. Although I am a member of CAG I honestly did not know what he was talking about until I further questioned him. He stated that their store is refusing to sell more than one copy of each game as to alledgedly avoid people trading in the games at a blockbuster for a credit there.

I then understood what he was saying, but his point made no sense, since all my games were old games such as Madden 2002, where no place is going to give you more in trade in than the dollar or two I was paying for them. He stated that was what their manager told them and was rather rude about it.

MY QUESTION

Is this now standard at Gamestop / Ebgames to refuse anyone trying to buy more than one copy of a same titled game or is this just my local store not wanting to take the time to pull the games? Thanks for the help ahead of time. [/quote]

just gives me one more reason not to shop there.
 
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