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Since the Southern CA Thread is up, I figured it might be a good idea to post a thread for the locals of the Bay Area. Maybe we can do some face-to-face trades, make posts of inventory in various local stores, post any local sales, etc.


Send me a PM and I will put your name on the list below (PM's are easier for me to keep track of everyone). I will send you a confirmation when I put your name on the list.:


Those that currently reside in the bay area
Xevious- Berkeley, CA
Freshwillis - Oakland, CA
trytej- Novato, CA
Murcielago77 - Novato, CA
62t - Hayward
dino3333- San Leandro
Oktoberfest- South San Jose
Over easy- Davis, CA
Kayday - Oakland
judyjudyjudy - San Jose
vietgurl- Berkeley
PaP3rKuT -Oakland
SOSTrooper - Berkeley
XCutioner93 - Daly City
vdawg5 -San Francisco (Frequents Berkeley)
simgizshad - San Jose
soulyogurt- San Rafael (Works in Vallejo)
humidore- San Mateo
Viperx116 - San Francisco
invinceable104 - San Francisco, CA
HERETOSTAY - Hayward
CouRageouS - Alameda
Orga- San Jose
kristianator- Santa Rosa
BrerDan - San Jose
rudeboie - San Jose
dieless - Castro Valley
woolsey11 - Santa Rosa
BaZoOKajOe - San Jose
ajaxmojo - Campbell (works in Sunnyvale)
dude2003 - Oakland
Andrigaar- San Francisco/Martinez
oxidative- Napa (works in Vallejo)
praystation - Daly City
whiteboy - San Bruno
Larson - San Jose
j-fever - Sunnyvale
Missingdata- San Francisco (goes to school in San Jose)
beguile - Davis (Visits San Francisco during the weekends)
Rusty Ghia - Pleasanton
magic toilet- Cupertino
asianxcore- Novato
Phoenix_Rogue - Union City
masterchief066 - Union City
weedofwisdom - Richmond (works in Berkeley)
KiySeph - San Jose (works in Santa Clara)
Mospeada_21 - San Jose/Santa Clara
CounterSeal - San Francisco
spider24 - Novato, CA
expane - Daly City, CA
stainremover - Berkeley/Cal
martin8me - South San Francisco
kiyoshi67 - Concord
chunga - El Cerrito
Sn0brawler - Pleasanton
toolverine - Fremont
rendil - Morgan Hill
tipp007 - Pacifica
jazzyjas7 - Mountain View (works in San Mateo)
GD-Man - San Jose (goes to school in UC Berkeley)
Mr. Bungo - Albany (Works in Berkeley)
Bootymastr (jasonthemc) - San Leandro
Nachdiddlyacho - Vallejo
wizard341 - Palo Alto
photopants - Oakland (Work in Walnut Creek
Collect Vintage Games)
Darkyoshi1-Milpitas
sinewav - San Jose
grimlock49 - San Jose
sr20det - San Francisco
T3kN- Santa Rosa
SCUD4LIFE- Daly City
Renzo_ - San Francisco
EastBayAnt - Alameda
eliter1 - Santa Cruz
Batmonkey -Morgan Hill
Scumchummery - Alameda (works in Downtown Oakland)
abcbadcat- San Jose
Pr0JectNymPh0! - Pittsburg
joserjerr - Cupertino
jello00 - San Francisco
sonicsam - Watsonville
Civickid96 - Sunnyvale/Tracy
Mr. Beef - Daly City
metaly - Portola Valley (works in Palo Alto)
jpc168 - San Leandro (school UC Berkeley)
imamanwithaplan - Albany
gotrice415510 - San Rafael
freakyzeeky - Oakland
filanime03 - Daly City
peteaboda1 - Mill Valley
Belgand - San Francisco
BlackBradPitt - San Francisco
mysticeden - Hayward
carbogo - Daly City
Kali Bear Man - San Francisco
Chocoburger - Albany
CarlosX360 - San Mateo, CA
polizia - Willits
chronodev - San Francisco
nem2k2 - San Jose, work in Cupertino
Dorgon - Oakland
dkl415- San Francisco (Richmond district)
Superchivo - San Bruno
SLACKBAKK - San Jose
Donholio - Boulder Creek in the Santa Cruz Mountains
Friscodude- Daly City
playing mantis - Rohnert Park, CA (next to Santa Rosa)
Nam - Sunnyvale (I go to school in merced but I go back a lot)
nakedninja - San Francisco (xbox 360: asenseofmadness)
Bomfy - Santa Cruz
lightzout - San Rafael
Xaliqen - Los Altos
DrunknIronRabit - Concord
Chinese_cuisine - San Leandro
HARDCOREJRM - Alameda
goengland - Santa Clara
Pained Auron - Concord
Zeeman - Berkeley (works in SF)
Zero_Kirby - San Jose
aleraiders - Pittsburg
Dakinggamer - Martinez
vanilleslegs - Vallejo, CA
King Pluto - SF (SOMA)
LeafPanda - SF
subtek- Oakland (works in SF)
krazyazn01 - San Jose
RawrrSlayer - Vallejo,CA
w00tJames - San Jose,CA
Mafoofoo - Sunnyvale/Cupertino Area
Spanky - Pinole

List of Folks who are from the Bay Area but they live somewhere else
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Redeema
Zoglog
 
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[quote name='metaly']Anyone else applying for this? I wouldn't mind taking a day off work to play Bionic Commando. (Please, let it be Bionic Commando.)

The toughest part is listing the games I've played in the last six months. Am I going to scare them off if I give a colossal list?[/quote]

Ugh, I would totally sign up for that, but I'm busy that day. :/
 
[quote name='metaly']Anyone else applying for this? I wouldn't mind taking a day off work to play Bionic Commando. (Please, let it be Bionic Commando.)

The toughest part is listing the games I've played in the last six months. Am I going to scare them off if I give a colossal list?[/quote]

I'd rather it be Resident Evil 5 or Street Fighter 4 (most likely to me). Dunno if it's worth getting off work early and driving down there for, hmm..
 
[quote name='metaly']Just got a call from Capcom saying I'm confirmed for tomorrow. :][/quote]

Secret in-depth reports, pls. :lol:
 
[quote name='Veronica Mars']I didn't sign up.
Do you get anything?[/quote]

All I know is there will be "snacks." A nerdy blue and yellow CAPCOM shirt would be sweet, though. Actually, so far the best gift out of this is that my boss didn't even care. I was like, "yeah, I'll be out in the afternoon to go to Capcom" and he just thought it was awesome. I was surprised.

[quote name='Bavgate']Secret in-depth reports, pls. :lol:[/quote]

:whistle2:$
 
So Street Fighter 4 was pretty fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Actually, it turned out to be two PSN/XBLA games I had never even heard of. :[ Disappointing, but still fun to hang out and play a LAN game with a bunch of people. The funniest thing was they had a couple SSF2T HD kiosks in the lobby (powered off, unfortunately, so we couldn't even watch) and people were begging to play it before we went into the testing room. The Capcom guys said if we started playing that, we wouldn't want to do the actual test. :D

Not going to say much about the first game because they had a certain affinity for NDAs.

But the second game I think is OK to mention because there wasn't explicitly on the NDA. It was Commando 3, and it was decent fun. Reminded me a lot of old arcade military shooters, like Mercs. I actually looked it up afterward and Mercs is a sequel to the original Commando, so the familiarity then made a lot of sense. Knowing that it's basically Mercs 2 gives the game a lot more cred, but I don't know if I'll end up buying it even with 3-player online co-op. (Hopefully Capcom's ninjas aren't coming to kill me now... I'm pretty sure all those details were already out there.)

Oh, and I got a big bag of goodies... DMC4 shirt and poster, RE Essentials for PS2, a can of RE "Revive" energy drink, the Lost Planet guide, Harvey Birdman for PS2, and a POOGIE. (Like the one they gave out with Monster Hunter Portable 2 preorders, but with a different coat.) And we all got to pick if we wanted DMC4 for PS3 or 360. I got the PS3 version... too bad I have little interest in the series. I'm gonna figure out how to give some of this stuff away.
 
[quote name='metaly']So Street Fighter 4 was pretty fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Actually, it turned out to be two PSN/XBLA games I had never even heard of. :[ Disappointing, but still fun to hang out and play a LAN game with a bunch of people. The funniest thing was they had a couple SSF2T HD kiosks in the lobby (powered off, unfortunately, so we couldn't even watch) and people were begging to play it before we went into the testing room. The Capcom guys said if we started playing that, we wouldn't want to do the actual test. :D

Not going to say much about the first game because they had a certain affinity for NDAs.

But the second game I think is OK to mention because there wasn't explicitly on the NDA. It was Commando 3, and it was decent fun. Reminded me a lot of old arcade military shooters, like Mercs. I actually looked it up afterward and Mercs is a sequel to the original Commando, so the familiarity then made a lot of sense. Knowing that it's basically Mercs 2 gives the game a lot more cred, but I don't know if I'll end up buying it even with 3-player online co-op. (Hopefully Capcom's ninjas aren't coming to kill me now... I'm pretty sure all those details were already out there.)

Oh, and I got a big bag of goodies... DMC4 shirt and poster, RE Essentials for PS2, a can of RE "Revive" energy drink, the Lost Planet guide, Harvey Birdman for PS2, and a POOGIE. (Like the one they gave out with Monster Hunter Portable 2 preorders, but with a different coat.) And we all got to pick if we wanted DMC4 for PS3 or 360. I got the PS3 version... too bad I have little interest in the series. I'm gonna figure out how to give some of this stuff away.[/quote]

Lucky mofo XD
Give it to meeeeeee :)
I'd trade or buy if it was Xbox 360 version :/
 
[quote name='metaly']So Street Fighter 4 was pretty fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Actually, it turned out to be two PSN/XBLA games I had never even heard of. :[ Disappointing, but still fun to hang out and play a LAN game with a bunch of people. The funniest thing was they had a couple SSF2T HD kiosks in the lobby (powered off, unfortunately, so we couldn't even watch) and people were begging to play it before we went into the testing room. The Capcom guys said if we started playing that, we wouldn't want to do the actual test. :D

Not going to say much about the first game because they had a certain affinity for NDAs.

But the second game I think is OK to mention because there wasn't explicitly on the NDA. It was Commando 3, and it was decent fun. Reminded me a lot of old arcade military shooters, like Mercs. I actually looked it up afterward and Mercs is a sequel to the original Commando, so the familiarity then made a lot of sense. Knowing that it's basically Mercs 2 gives the game a lot more cred, but I don't know if I'll end up buying it even with 3-player online co-op. (Hopefully Capcom's ninjas aren't coming to kill me now... I'm pretty sure all those details were already out there.)

Oh, and I got a big bag of goodies... DMC4 shirt and poster, RE Essentials for PS2, a can of RE "Revive" energy drink, the Lost Planet guide, Harvey Birdman for PS2, and a POOGIE. (Like the one they gave out with Monster Hunter Portable 2 preorders, but with a different coat.) And we all got to pick if we wanted DMC4 for PS3 or 360. I got the PS3 version... too bad I have little interest in the series. I'm gonna figure out how to give some of this stuff away.[/quote]

sounds like i should've went lol. Btw, how long did the event last? If you're giving away DMC 4 I'll gladly take it off your hands :D
 
[quote name='metaly']So Street Fighter 4 was pretty fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Actually, it turned out to be two PSN/XBLA games I had never even heard of. :[ Disappointing, but still fun to hang out and play a LAN game with a bunch of people. The funniest thing was they had a couple SSF2T HD kiosks in the lobby (powered off, unfortunately, so we couldn't even watch) and people were begging to play it before we went into the testing room. The Capcom guys said if we started playing that, we wouldn't want to do the actual test. :D

Not going to say much about the first game because they had a certain affinity for NDAs.

But the second game I think is OK to mention because there wasn't explicitly on the NDA. It was Commando 3, and it was decent fun. Reminded me a lot of old arcade military shooters, like Mercs. I actually looked it up afterward and Mercs is a sequel to the original Commando, so the familiarity then made a lot of sense. Knowing that it's basically Mercs 2 gives the game a lot more cred, but I don't know if I'll end up buying it even with 3-player online co-op. (Hopefully Capcom's ninjas aren't coming to kill me now... I'm pretty sure all those details were already out there.)

Oh, and I got a big bag of goodies... DMC4 shirt and poster, RE Essentials for PS2, a can of RE "Revive" energy drink, the Lost Planet guide, Harvey Birdman for PS2, and a POOGIE. (Like the one they gave out with Monster Hunter Portable 2 preorders, but with a different coat.) And we all got to pick if we wanted DMC4 for PS3 or 360. I got the PS3 version... too bad I have little interest in the series. I'm gonna figure out how to give some of this stuff away.[/quote]

:applause:

If there's another one of these down the road, keep us updated so we can all try and sign up again.
 
I'll definitely mention it here. Capcom will probably announce it on their blog as well, so check that, too. I've got it in my RSS now.
 
Hm...I gotta figure out how to sell my stuff too...

To the PW people who PMed me: You guys gotta be more specific...

Anyone here interested in anime goods? Like little goodies or promo items? I recently went to Japan and got some stuff, and some stuff I've collected over the years.
 
I was a rabid FF7 fan back in 1997, but the thought of trying to be one of the first 200 in line to something like this these is really not appealing. Plus the prizes aren't too compelling, and since I usually get off work around 6, it's not really possible.

Still, as much as I dislike FF7 AC and the cult of FF7 in general, I haven't written off Crisis Core just yet. I'll wait for people's impressions to start showing up to decide whether to get it, but it does seem like it could be a decent game.
 
[quote name='martin8me']Hey, anyone going to the Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII launch party at the Metreon?

I wanna go for the free shirt.:D[/quote]

Man... Would like to go, but then I'd have to book it to work right after. That sucks.
 
Anyone going to the COD4 tournament this Friday at Stevens Creek Gamestop? Me and my bro stopped by the Best Buy at Santana Row and there were 4-5 guys dressed in guille suits. Gave us both a flyer for the event and dog tags. Stopped by the actual Gamestop there to preorder Persona FES and the place looks awesome.

Grand prize is $1000 in Gamestop giftcards
First 100 people there will receive a token to download the new pack.
 
[quote name='Wario64']it's friday? i thought saturday. what time does it start?[/quote]

Nope, it's Friday from 8:30-11:30 pm. I'm probably gonna show up around 7 or 7:30 to make sure I get a map token.
 
[quote name='TheRock88']Anyone going to the COD4 tournament this Friday at Stevens Creek Gamestop? Me and my bro stopped by the Best Buy at Santana Row and there were 4-5 guys dressed in guille suits. Gave us both a flyer for the event and dog tags. Stopped by the actual Gamestop there to preorder Persona FES and the place looks awesome.

Grand prize is $1000 in Gamestop giftcards
First 100 people there will receive a token to download the new pack.[/quote]

How does the rules work? Is the tourney for the xbox or ps3 version? But damn 1k, I would enter but I'm not good enough.
 
[quote name='KSHLove']How does the rules work? Is the tourney for the xbox or ps3 version? But damn 1k, I would enter but I'm not good enough.[/quote]

The flyer didnt say how it would work. I'm guessing it's probably gonna be free for all.

Also not sure about the 360/PS3 thing, flyer didnt say.
 
i'll probably be there tonight if i dont have anything planned. i just want the token :) i'll probably play if there are spots open
 
Thanks for adding me to the list!

As for anyone looking for the Metal Gear Solid Pre-order disc in San Jose/Santa Clara area, check out Game Crazy. :D

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--Michael
 
So I always see deals posted for FYE but didn't know there were any in the Bay Area until a few months ago. I finally went to the Redwood City store today and wow, weird. First of all, it's still got the exact same layout from when it was a Blockbuster Music years ago, so that was surreal. Second, probably 90% of the stuff there had a red USED sticker on it. Is that their thing? They only sell used stuff? They had a few new movies, but I didn't see a single new game in their tiny games section. I think I'm OK ignoring any future FYE deals unless it's through their Website.

On a side note, I happened to be browsing right next to the adult section and there was some guy who was very leisurely looking through pretty much every single porn movie. CREEPY.
 
the FYE in Newark also has many used video games. They have a smaller amount of new games but most of them suck anyway. Never any deals there so I don't bother going there anymore.
 
Hey guys. Remember when I said I was going to give away the stuff I got from Capcom, but then I was really busy for like three weeks? Well, I'm finally giving all of it away.

The list:

- Lost Planet BradyGames strategy guide for Xbox 360
- Resident Evil Essentials (RE4, RECV, RE Outbreak) for PS2
- Devil May Cry 4 t-shirt (Gildan heavy cotton, XL
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- Devil May Cry 4 for PS3

The only thing I'm charging for is DMC4, which is $40 shipped. For everything else, I'd appreciate $5 for shipping/my run to the post office, unless you want to pick it up in Palo Alto while I'm at work. Send me a PM if you're interested!

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Has anyone had much luck locating a Wii? I've been around to every gamestop in SF and a couple of Best Buys around but no luck. Any one have any tips?
 
Capcom's having another open call for focus testers, for this Thursday:

The test is at here at Capcom’s San Mateo HQ, on Thursday, April 10 (that’s THIS Thursday), from 2pm - 4pm. To apply, send your name, age, phone number, and your preferred gaming platform (PS3, PC, 360, Wii, etc.) to [email protected]. You must be over 18 years old with valid ID to participate!
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Not sure if I'll be able to make this one, but I'll probably send them an email just in case.

Remember, I'm still giving out some stuff from the last one a few posts up.
 
Blast.

That last Capcom meeting you went to, I was invited only to find out that they changed the time of the event. I could've gone last time but I got out of work right when the event would end.

Again, I would sign up for this but it's going to be at San Mateo (I'm in Sunnyvale) and I have a darn mid-term on Friday night which I have to study for...oh well. Maybe next time. :wall:

--Michael
 
Yet another Capcom focus test, this time on Monday the 14th.

In order to tell us what you think, we need you here, at Capcom HQ, on Monday, April 14th. You need to be here from 1:30pm - 5pm. To apply, tell us which games you’ve purchased for 360, PS3, XBLA, or PSN in the last 3 months. Specify that you are applying for the April 14th session, and send it in to [email protected]. You must be at least 18 years old with valid ID to participate, and yes, there will be gifts for you. Fabulous gifts!
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They say it's a different game than the one they're testing on Thursday.
 
[quote name='metaly']Yet another Capcom focus test, this time on Monday the 14th.

They say it's a different game than the one they're testing on Thursday.[/QUOTE]
I like how its a couple hours longer than Thursday's. Given the questions they ask, I'll wager it has something to do with Bionic Commando. I sent an email yesterday for Thurs, if I don't get picked I may try to get out of work for Monday.
 
Last time they sat us around a 360 LAN and had us play the game, with minimal instructions so they could observe how well we were able to figure things out. Then we filled out a short questionnaire about the experience, discussed the game with the developers, and the explained in detail how everything worked. After that we got to play a few more rounds with our newfound expertise. :)

I'm definitely intrigued by Monday's longer test, plus the PSN/XBLA question, but maybe I'm reading too much into that.
 
[quote name='CouRageouS']Hey metaly, if I was picked for tomorrow would I know by now?[/quote]

I'm hoping they're just being slow because I haven't heard anything yet. They probably would have called or emailed by now, though.
 
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