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AMARILLO, Texas - Texas-based Hastings Entertainment Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Company officials say the reorganization filing includes its parent company, Draw Another Circle, and sister brands Movie Stop and SPImages.

A statement posted Monday on the Hastings website says the Chapter 11 process will help prepare the business for an intended sale, while providing protections and financing to continue operations. Further financial details weren’t released.

Hastings will no longer accept or honor deposits for movie purchases and will no longer rent games. Hastings gift cards expire July 13, 2016. The company’s buyback program has been suspended.
Full List Of Online Coupon Codes

In-Store Sales / Discounts / Liquidation will vary from Online Sale / Coupon offerings

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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General
Question: What is Hastings / GoHastings.Com?
Answer:
Founded in 1968, Hastings Entertainment, Inc. is a leading multimedia entertainment retailer that combines the sale of new and used books, videos, video games and CDs, and trends and consumer electronics merchandise, with the rental of videos and video games in a superstore format. Currently there are 146 superstores. Hastings also operates www.goHastings.com, an e-commerce Internet Web site that makes available to customers new and used entertainment products and unique, contemporary gifts and toys.

Question: Gee, this is a really long FAQ. Doesn't Hasting have their own FAQ for customers?
Answer:
Hastings does have their own FAQ. You can read Hastings' official FAQ by clicking here. However, this FAQ goes into many details that Hastings' own FAQ does not. So be sure to read through all of this before asking a question!

NEW!
Question: How can I filter and sort Used Video Games to remove the out of stock items?
Answer:
Find the "Stock" dropdown menu option when browsing the used game selection and choose "In Stock." Games that have been purchased in the past day and are now out of stock may still appear.

NEW!
Question: Where can I find clearance video games and other clearance items?
Answer:
Clearance Video Games are in New condition; Plus $2.28 shipping per game
Click Here For Overall Video Game Clearance Items > Sort by Platform on the drop down menu
Click Here For Overall Clearance Items

Game / Item Condition
Question: What is the difference between "used" and "previously viewed" items on GoHastings.Com?
Answer:
"Used" games and movies are items that have been traded in to a Hastings retail location by a customer. "Previously viewed" games and movies are items that Hastings has rented out to customers at their retail locations but are now selling to the public.

When it comes to video games, most CAGs report no real difference between the two other than some ancillary stickers, but both "used" and "previously viewed" games are subject to being scratched, abused, or incomplete depending how well it was previously taken care of.

When it comes to movies, the "Previously Viewed" rental versions often lack features from the full retail versions and may come in different boxes, have different UPCs, have white barcode stickers around the center ring of the disc, etc.

You may encounter a situation where a customer has purchased a "previously used" item from Hastings, then traded it back into Hastings, thus making it a "used" item. This practiced is frowned upon by most customers, but Hastings has shown next to no incentive to change it. It mostly happens with movies.

Question: Do used and previously viewed video games come complete with the original case and manual?
Answer:
GoHastings.Com states as follows:

Due to the nature of used products; booklet inserts, digital movie downloads and manuals are not guaranteed in our used video games, movies and CDs.
However, the vast majority of CAGs have reported that a large majority of their games do arrive complete. Incomplete games are more of an exception rather than the rule.

Question: Are used collector's editions and limited editions of games guaranteed to come with extras like bonus discs, statutes, and other items?
Answer:
No. Hopefully the used CE and LE games would at least come with all of the discs, but this is not guaranteed. And there is absolutely no guarantee other physical items or "swag" will be included for these used copies. However, CAGs have reported that they have purchased used CE and LE games and received all of the extras. If you order a used CE or LE and it does not come with the extras, just contact customer service and ask about a return/refund.

Question: What condition do "used" and "previously viewed" discs come in?
Answer:
Mosts CAGs seem to get games in good, playable condition if not better. However, there have been cases of receiving a game so scratched up that it would not load/play. These games can be returned to GoHastings.Com at no cost to the customer for a full refund.

NEW!
Question: Are New condition games factory sealed or gutted and re-sealed?
Answer:
As of mid-2013, Hastings retail stores have adopted a policy of gutting games then storing the game discs, manuals and DLC papers separately. This is so they do not have to lock up games or put security cases on games yet still allow the customer to physically handle the boxes in-store. When a new game is sold, Hasting will either re-seal the game or they will place the game in a bag that cannot be opened if you want to return the game as new.

Shipping
Question: Why are my items shipping individually? Why does GoHastings.Com include a shipping charge for each individual item ordered?
Answer:
Hastings does not have warehouses for fulfilling internet orders. All items are shipped from individual brick and mortar retail stores. If your order contains multiple items, your order may ship from multiple locations at different times if one location does not have all of the items you ordered. Because items could ship from more than one location, GoHastings.Com charges a per item shipping fee. Yes this can be frustrating, so its best to either get over it if you intend to shop at GoHastings.Com, or if you can't get over it, shop elsewhere. Like all "deals," include the shipping price per item into consideration for the total cost of the game being purchased.

UPDATED!
Question: How much is shipping per item?
Answer:
Video Games and PC software ship for $2.28 per item.

CDs, DVDs and Blu-rays ship for $1.29 per item.

Books have a per-order charge of $3.00 plus $0.99 shipping per book ordered.

Game Hardware, Electronics and Trends have a per-order charge of $1.99 plus $0.10 shipping per ounce for each item ordered.

Full shipping information, including expedited shipping prices, can be found HERE.

Occasionally, GoHastings.Com offers free or reduced shipping promotions.

Please note, books used to ship for $0.96 per order with no per item charge but Hastings discontinued that pricing scheme as of January 10, 2014. CDs, DVDs and Blu-rays used to ship for $0.96 per item, but Hastings raised that price to the current cost as of approximately May 25, 2014.

Question: How long does it take GoHastings.Com to ship my order?
Answer:
Standard Shipping:
Order processed within 48 Hours
Shipping time is 3-10 Days

Priority / Expedited Mail:
Order processed within 48 Hours
Shipping time is 2 - 3 Days

Question: What service does GoHastings.Com use to ship items?
Answer:
GoHastings.Com primarily ships items using the United States Postal Service (USPS). Video games ship via USPS First Class Mail. Books, movies and music ship via USPS Media Mail. Larger orders may ship via UPS.

Question: Will GoHastings.Com give me a tracking number for each shipment?
Answer:
Every shipment usually has a tracking number associated with it. If you did not see a tracking number in the shipping confirmation email, check your order history on GoHastings.Com.

Question: What will GoHastings.Com ship my items in?
Answer:
It will vary. Hastings might use a yellow paper mailer with bubble padding on the inside. They might use a white plastic envelope with bubble padding on the inside. They might use a stiffer paper/lighter cardboard envelope with no padding. Hastings will try to jam as many items into any of the above envelope options as possible, resulting in frequently damaged books, broken game/movie/CD cases, etc. On rare occasions, someone at Hastings will have the common sense to put larger or heavier items into a box for safer shipping, but even then they will neglect to use padding. Hastings used to ship items in a white plastic poly-bag with absolutely no padding or protection, but after numerous complaints, the company claims these are supposed to be phased out and no longer in use. They still pop up from time to time.

Order Cancellations / Out Of Stock Items
Question: Why was an item cancelled out of my order? Why is that item back in stock right now?
Answer:
GoHastings.Com fills their stock from their Hastings brick and mortar retail locations. Additionally, GoHastings.Com sells items on Amazon and eBay. Their online inventory system is antiquated and does not update stock instantaneously across physical store locations, GoHastings.Com, Amazon, and eBay. Therefore if someone bought the same item first in store/on Amazon/on eBay, their order will be fulfilled first and your item will be cancelled if there is not enough inventory to go around, even though you thought the item was in stock. Yes this sucks, but now you know about it so you can simply choose not to shop at GoHastings in the future if you can't deal with it. No need to endlessly complain about it in posts. Consider writing a letter to the president of Hastings, whose contact info can be found below this FAQ.

Because Hastings' physical store locations accept trade-ins for the used items that they sell, an item that was out of stock may quickly come back into stock if someone trades in the same item, or if someone returns the same item. However, as stated above, GoHastings.Com has an antiquated online system, and they will not be able to fulfill any items on your order once they have been canceled. You will have to re-order the item, at which time the promotion you initially ordered under may have expired. You can try to contact customer service to see if they will create a new order for you with the price point your originally ordered under.

Question: I just ordered something and now it shows as out of stock, either on my order history page or on the item's page. Will my order be canceled?
Answer:
Probably not, but it is still possible. GoHastings.Com updates its inventory count immediately when sales from the website are made. Therefore if they had one item, and you ordered it, it will now show up as out of stock on GoHastings.Com. However, if someone ordered it off Hastings' eBay or Amazon Marketplace listings first, they may fulfill that order first and cancel your order. Also, if someone walks into the store and purchases the item before it is pulled to ship to you, your order will be canceled. Additionally, store employees may not be able to locate the item and thus cancel your order for that reason. Hastings also has a problem on their website where items in your order history show as out of stock, sometimes regardless of the actual stock. Your best bet is to take a deep breath and not worry about it.

Sale Pricing
NEW!
Question: How can I tell if one promotion or discount is better than a different commonly offered promotion or discount?
Answer:
The following guides are only for video games since they take into consideration the $2.28 per game shipping price. You will have to do your own math for music/movies, books, trends/electronics and other shipping sales.

Remember, stock and prices fluctuate constantly and may not be the same by the next sale.

The math in the Buy 2 Get 1 For $1 deal assumes you choose three equally priced games to maximize your potential savings.

Free Shipping:
Vs. 96¢ Per Item Shipping: Use free shipping, obviously
Vs. 20% Off: Use free shipping with items $11.40 and less
Vs. 25% Off: Use free shipping with items $9.12 and less
Vs. Buy 2 Used Games, Get 1 For $1: Use free shipping with items $7.84 and less
Vs. 30% Off: Use free shipping with items $7.60 and less
Vs. 33% Off: Use free shipping with items $6.91 and less
Vs. 40% Off: Use free shipping with items $5.70 and less

96 Cent Shipping:
Vs. Free Shipping: Wait for Free Shipping, obviously
Vs. 20% Off: Use 96¢ shipping with items $6.60 and less
Vs. 25% Off: Use 96¢ shipping with items $5.28 and less
Vs. Buy 2 Used Games, Get 1 For $1: Use 96¢ shipping with items $4.96 and less
Vs. 30% Off: Use 96¢ shipping with items $4.40 and less
Vs. 33% Off: Use 96¢ shipping with items $4.00 and less
Vs. 40% Off: Use 96¢ shipping with items $3.30 and less

20% Off:
Vs. Free Shipping: For items over $11.40, use 20% Off
Vs. 96 Cent Shipping: For items over $6.60, use 20% Off
Vs. Buy 2 Used Games, Get 1 For $1: For items under $2.50, use 20% Off

25% Off:
Vs. Free Shipping: For items over $9.12, use 25% Off
Vs. 96 Cent Shipping: For items over $5.28, use 20% Off
Vs. Buy 2 Used Games, Get 1 For $1: For items under $4.00, use 25% Off

30% Off:
Vs. Free Shipping: For items over $7.60, use 30% Off
Vs. 96 Cent Shipping: For items over $4.40, use 30% Off
Vs. Buy 2 Used Games, Get 1 For $1: For items under $10, use 30% Off

Buy 2 Get 1 For $1:
Vs. Free Shipping: Use free shipping with items $7.84 and less
Vs. $0.96 Shipping: Use 96¢ shipping with items $4.96 and less

33% Off:
Vs. Free Shipping: For items over $6.91, use 33% Off
Vs. 96 Cent Shipping: For items over $4.00, use 33% Off

40% Off:
Vs. Free Shipping: For items over $5.70, use 40% Off
Vs. 96 Cent Shipping: For items over $3.30, use 40% Off

Question: GoHastings.Com totally raised their prices prior to the sale! OMGWTFBBQSauce! Should I call the police / attorney general / president of the United States?
Answer:
GoHastings.Com claims to not raise their prices prior to sales. Their pricing is based on algorithms that consider things like supply, demand, competitor pricing, market rates, etc. If a game was $10 before the sale and $15 24 hours into the sale, chances are there were only a couple of copies of the game and someone bought one when the sale started, thus affecting the supply and demand. You are not the only one monitoring a Wish List on GoHastings.Com. However, there have been some clearly documented instances of raising prices right before a sale, especially with books rather than games.

Promotional Deal Codes
Question: Why is the promotional code not applying to my order?
Answer:
Certain M-rated games carry the disclaimer that "This item is only available for purchase by customers age 17 and older." If you have such a game in your cart, be sure to check the box by the "Check Out" button that says "I am at least 17 years of age" before clicking the "Apply Promotion Code" button to apply the promotional code.

Additionally, some promotional codes only apply to select qualifying titles. Be sure that your order only contains such titles. Occasionally the GoHastings.Com programmers miss something and games that are supposed to qualify do not work with the promotional code. If this is the case, please contact GoHastings.Com. Contact information can be found below this FAQ.

Question: Can I use more than one promotional code at the same time? Can I stack promotional codes?
Answer:
No, you can only apply one promotional code per order. This prevents code stacking. If there are two promotional codes valid at the same time that you would like to use, you must place two or more separate orders.

Question: What time do promotions normally begin / end?
Answer:
GoHastings.Com operates based on the Central Time Zone. Weekly promotions usually start on Sunday and usually last the whole week. Various other promotions may have different start times and durations. Promotions usually begin at midnight Central time. However, sometimes the new promotions take a while to go "live" on the website, so always double check your order that the correct discounted price is shown.

Order Problems and Contacting Customer Service
(Including Returns/Replacements for Wrong Item or Damaged/Defective Item)

Question: I am trying to place an order and have entered my correct shipping address, billing address and credit card info. The check out page says there is a problem with my information and I need to correct it, but nothing is incorrect. What is going on?!
Answer:
This is a random error that seems to affect some people and not others. There is no known cause for it. People have reported it occurring with different credit card companies (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, etc.). Some people think it has to do with what web browser you use, so perhaps try a different one. Some people have reported they can't place orders from computers or IP numbers located out of the state where their billing or shipping address is located. The bottom line is there is no fix for this problem from the customer's end. Your only attempt to get it resolved will be to CALL Customer Service. Contact details for Customer Service can be found below this FAQ.

Question: GoHastings.Com sent me a defective game or the wrong game. How do I return it? Can they send me a replacement/correct item?
Answer:
Contact customer service to initiate the return process. Customer service contact information is located in this post, below the FAQ. GoHastings.Com will not charge you to ship the game back, and they will give you a full refund, including what you paid initially for shipping. In some instances, they will simply refund the cost of the item and let you keep the defective or wrong item for free. GoHastings.Com will not normally send you a replacement item if you received a defective or incorrect item. They will usually tell you that you must place a new order, at which time the promotion you initially ordered under may have expired. You can try to contact customer service to see if they will create a new order for you with the price point you originally ordered under.

Question: Something went wrong with my order. How do I contact customer service?
Answer:
Customer service contact information is located in this post, below the FAQ.

Question: Should I call or email customer service?
Answer:
CAGs have reported mixed experiences with both calling and emailing Hastings Customer Service. It is up to your preference. If you are contacting them regarding credit card issues, it may be best to call rather than put highly sensitive information in an email. If you call during business hours, your issue may be resolved right then over the phone. You might also have to wait on hold for a long period of time during peak hours. If you email, you may have to wait up to 48 hours to get a response, especially if you email over the weekend. Often the email replies fail to understand your entire issue with your order. Customer Service contact information is located in this post, below the FAQ.

Question: What is GoHastings.Com return policy?
Answer:
The GoHastings.Com website states their return policy is as follows:

All items purchased through gohastings.com may be returned for a full refund of the purchase price, if they meet the following criteria:

  • All new items are in original unopened packaging.
  • Return of product is within 30 days of shipping date.
  • Returned product(s) must be in the original packaging and include any manuals, cabling and accessories in saleable condition.
  • Video Game Systems that are found defective within the 30 day window must make a return using the manufacturer's warranty.
Shipping and handling charges are not refundable.
Note: Products purchased through goHastings.com may not be returned to a physical store location for refund.
However, this can be confusing considering used items, such as games, come in opened packaging. Normally GoHastings has no problem with returns for defective or incorrect used game shipments that are promptly requested. At the very least, if a game item was found to be defective within 30 days of the shipping date, you would have a good argument toward customer service that you should be able to return the game item. Abusing the return policy to replace your own broken items with items from GoHastings inventory wouldn't be a good idea.

Miscellaneous
Question: Does GoHastings.Com collect sales tax?
Answer:
According to GoHastings.Com:

Currently goHastings.com only charges sales tax in states where we have a physical presence. Sales taxes are calculated during the ordering process and will show tax charged for the delivery destination, based on current tax rates. Shipping charges may also be subject to tax in certain states.
Currently sales tax is automatically applied in the following states:

  • Alabama
  • Arkansas
  • Arizona
  • Colorado
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Idaho
  • Indiana
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Mexico
  • Oklahoma
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Washington
  • Wyoming

Question: Where are Hastings brick and mortar retail stores located?
Answer:
Question: Are the online prices the same in store? Are the online specials valid in store?
Answer:
Generally speaking, no. For used items and for some new items, GoHastings.Com uses algorithms where prices can change multiple times in one day. Hastings retail locations have their own set prices. See your local store for more information. Additionally, online special sales and promotions are not valid in store. Sometimes Hastings runs the same pricing online and in store for certain items.

Question: Are the brick and mortar retail location advertisements valid online?
Answer:
Generally the prices in the retail location advertisements are not valid on GoHastings.Com. Sometimes Hastings runs the same pricing online and in store for certain items.



Customer Service Contact Information
Customer Service Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 9 am through 9 pm CST
Toll Free Phone Number: (877)-HASTINGS (427-8464)
Fax: (806) 467-8330

Email: service[at]gohastings.com
PM the GoHastings Representative on CAG: gohastings (John) [Not active since October 2013]

Regular Mail:
Hastings Internet, Inc.
3601 Plains Blvd.
Amarillo, TX 79102

Comments to the President:
John Marmaduke, President & CEO RIP In Peace

Alan Van Ongevalle, President & COO
Hastings Entertainment, Inc.
PO Box 35350
Amarillo, TX 79120-5350



GoHastings.Com / Hastings Entertainment Online Information
Website: http://www.gohastings.com
Retail Store Weekly Ad: http://www.gohastings.com/custserv/custserv.jsp?pageName=StoreAd
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gohastings?sk=wall
Twitter: @gohastings
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There are some good $5 and under games after coupon and shipping. I've included brief descriptions for lesser-known titles:

PS3
Bioshock 2 - $3.80
Enslaved - $4.70
Stormrise - $2.42. RTS with voice command and co-op.
Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest - $3.40

Xbox 360
Front Mission Evolved - $3.19. Mech game.
Virtua Tennis 2009 - $2.34
Section 8 - $2.42. Arena shooter a la Quake 3.
Mindjack - $3.68. Japanese shooter with mind control, which lends to ridiculously fun multiplayer.
Infinite Undiscovery - $3.92. JRPG.

Wii
Obsure: The Aftermath - $3.39. Horror game similar to old-school Resident Evils but with college setting and full co-op.
Trauma Center: New Blood - $4.52. Like Trauma Center for DS but with co-op so it's less frustrating.
 
Ok, just recieved my ps3 copy of Mass Effect 3 for like 12 dollars.

It was still sealed in k-mart wrapper with price tag new but the bottom cello was ripped.

Online pass was unused.

Made up for last time.

Too bad there is hardly anything in stock or I would buy more.
 
[quote name='whitereflection']There are some good $5 and under games after coupon and shipping. I've included brief descriptions for lesser-known titles:

PS3
Bioshock 2 - $3.80
Enslaved - $4.70
Stormrise - $2.42. RTS with voice command and co-op.
Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest - $3.40

Xbox 360
Front Mission Evolved - $3.19. Mech game.
Virtua Tennis 2009 - $2.34
Section 8 - $2.42. Arena shooter a la Quake 3.
Mindjack - $3.68. Japanese shooter with mind control, which lends to ridiculously fun multiplayer.
Infinite Undiscovery - $3.92. JRPG.

Wii
Obsure: The Aftermath - $3.39. Horror game similar to old-school Resident Evils but with college setting and full co-op.
Trauma Center: New Blood - $4.52. Like Trauma Center for DS but with co-op so it's less frustrating.[/QUOTE]

never knew obscure got ported
 
Got a book I ordered from last week in the mail today. Came in pretty good shape. A little bit of Goo Gone on a paper towel took care of some dirt smudged on a white dust cover.

Ordered a couple of games a couple of days ago, and am debating some more since this is a great sale I don't think many people are taking advantage of because they just see 25% Off. But the prices seem to be fluctuating even during daytime hours instead of once in the middle of the night, and when they jump up by a few bucks, it makes my decision easier not to buy.
 
Does the GOTY copies of Fall out 3 have all the DLC on disk for ps3? Id hate to spend more for the GOTY if I likely won't be able to use most of the DLC.
 
[quote name='spatenfloot']Dragon's Dogma for PS3 in stock now for about $25 shipped[/QUOTE]

Dang man I'm trying to finish KOA and just bought 5 games from this sale. Dang it I really want Dragon's Dogma and Nier :cold:
 
just an fyi for people that keep an eye out for me on fridays


my laptop is going out to service monday at the latest due to loose power jack so im on my last 20 percent of juice will try to report next weeks sale tomorrow but next friday likely will be mia for the preannounce
 
I just received my copy of castlevania: LoS; and noticed a small but noticeable chip on the inner portion that's read by the laser. Most likely not playable at a certain part in the game? Anyone ever receive a game in such condition? Opinions are greatly appreciated!
 
[quote name='Deader2818']Does the GOTY copies of Fall out 3 have all the DLC on disk for ps3? Id hate to spend more for the GOTY if I likely won't be able to use most of the DLC.[/QUOTE]

I believe all versions of FO 3 GOTY for both PS3 and 360 come on the disc/2nd disc.
 
[quote name='kickyea']I just received my copy of castlevania: LoS; and noticed a small but noticeable chip on the inner portion that's read by the laser. Most likely not playable at a certain part in the game? Anyone ever receive a game in such condition? Opinions are greatly appreciated![/QUOTE]

I cant speak for games, but Ive gotten a bunch of movies that way and the hastings reps have always refunded my money because once there is a chip, it can gradually get worse the more you play it.
 
[quote name='hamokmonky']I cant speak for games, but Ive gotten a bunch of movies that way and the hastings reps have always refunded my money because once there is a chip, it can gradually get worse the more you play it.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the info :)
 
I'm hoping we get a 30-40% of used DVD/Blu Ray sale next week. I was able to get most of the games I was looking for this time around, but I have quite a few movies in the wish list that I'm waiting on a decent sale to snag.
 
[quote name='kickyea']I just received my copy of castlevania: LoS; and noticed a small but noticeable chip on the inner portion that's read by the laser. Most likely not playable at a certain part in the game? Anyone ever receive a game in such condition? Opinions are greatly appreciated![/QUOTE]

Out of curiosity, how does that look?
 
Wow every single thing I ordered shipped. Definitely wasn't counting on that. I got:

Alone in the Dark
Rock Band 2
Red Faction: Armageddon
John Woo Presents Stranglehold
You're in the Movies [Bundle]
Viva Pinata: Party Animals
Guitar Hero: World Tour
Section 8
Dark Void
DJ Hero 2

Grand Total $31.56 (Avg. $3.16 per game) Not too bad for a bunch of mediocre older games.

Thanks OP and especially Vulgarism. (the guy who mentioned the $1.99 games sale.)
 
[quote name='Deader2818']Does the GOTY copies of Fall out 3 have all the DLC on disk for ps3? Id hate to spend more for the GOTY if I likely won't be able to use most of the DLC.[/QUOTE]

I know for PS3, all the DLC is on the same disc as the game, not sure about Xbox though
 
[quote name='mars009']Out of curiosity, how does that look?[/QUOTE]



Not a big deal?
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Picked up Mindjack (I just had to get this one after I heard so many people calling it "The worst game of the year", just out of curiousity) and Ghostbusters for 360. Paid about $8 as my grand total :D
 
Ugh... I can't resist some of these prices when I look at what Best Buy is giving for them right now. For older games as well.

MW3 and BF3 for :ps3: arrived yesterday, both in very good and complete condition.
 
[quote name='eLefAdEr']Ugh... I can't resist some of these prices when I look at what Best Buy is giving for them right now. For older games as well.

MW3 and BF3 for :ps3: arrived yesterday, both in very good and complete condition.[/QUOTE]

Bf3 with online pass?
 
[quote name='young chi']Any word on if theres a good chance that ordering Mass Effect 3 for Xbox 360 will include the online pass?[/QUOTE]

Again YMMV to any online codes/vouchers. I always come with the mind set that they aren't included and always take that into consideration before buying used. From what I heard GameFly are pretty good with online codes/vouchers, you might want to give them a try whenever they have their monthly sales.
 
[quote name='JYabbz']Here is a tip that might work for you:
1) Under the Games Tab, Click on used
2) Under the Promotions Tab, Click Best Selling Used Games
3) Remove the Used Tab Checked Box
4) Filter as needed
(a) Platform - system
(b) Sort By (dropdown) - bestsellers, low-high, high-low, a-z, z-a, new-old, old-new

[/QUOTE]

Thank you for this, been shopping here since January-ish and had overlooked several of those filters. Used these to go through a ton of reasonably priced xbox games. Unfortunately I only ended up with one, got Fables III shipped for $5.33.

I found several others that I got momentarily interested in:
F.E.A.R. 2 - Oh this is cool and only $5. Dammit, it's a FPS.
Timeshift - Reviews are bad but it's only $3. Dammit, it's a FPS.
Brink - This could be interesting for $5. Dammit, it's a FPS.

Not only am I awful at FPS in that I aim like a drunk, but I spent the entire game trying to pan the camera back and never learn to stop trying. I just feel so constricted by the first person view that it is relentlessly frustrating. What I really need to find is another Enslaved: Odyssey to the West. This is still my favorite current gen game I've played and finding something that plays like this is my goal.
 
[quote name='Whedon']Thank you for this, been shopping here since January-ish and had overlooked several of those filters. Used these to go through a ton of reasonably priced xbox games. Unfortunately I only ended up with one, got Fables III shipped for $5.33.

I found several others that I got momentarily interested in:
F.E.A.R. 2 - Oh this is cool and only $5. Dammit, it's a FPS.
Timeshift - Reviews are bad but it's only $3. Dammit, it's a FPS.
Brink - This could be interesting for $5. Dammit, it's a FPS.

Not only am I awful at FPS in that I aim like a drunk, but I spent the entire game trying to pan the camera back and never learn to stop trying. I just feel so constricted by the first person view that it is relentlessly frustrating. What I really need to find is another Enslaved: Odyssey to the West. This is still my favorite current gen game I've played and finding something that plays like this is my goal.[/QUOTE]

Here you go boss, I include my own personal used game link that I use:

General Used Games
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...nk&N=2459+4294938974&departmentName=AllSearch

PS3 Used Games
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2349&departmentName=AllSearch

PS2 Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2348&departmentName=AllSearch

PSP Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2356&departmentName=AllSearch

Wii Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2347&departmentName=AllSearch

DS Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2346&departmentName=AllSearch

Xbox 360 Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2365&departmentName=AllSearch

Xbox Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2364&departmentName=AllSearch
 
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[quote name='ckc4043']Bf3 with online pass?[/QUOTE]

Sadly no luck there. I did order it as the LE and it arrived as such, but no online pass/B2k DLC. :(
 
[quote name='eLefAdEr']Sadly no luck there. I did order it as the LE and it arrived as such, but no online pass/B2k DLC. :([/QUOTE]

Oh it is limited edition...
 
[quote name='JYabbz']Here you go boss, I include my own personal used game link that I use:

General Used Games
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...nk&N=2459+4294938974&departmentName=AllSearch

PS3 Used Games
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2349&departmentName=AllSearch

PS2 Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2348&departmentName=AllSearch

PSP Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2356&departmentName=AllSearch

Wii Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2347&departmentName=AllSearch

DS Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2346&departmentName=AllSearch

Xbox 360 Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2365&departmentName=AllSearch

Xbox Used Games:
http://www.gohastings.com/catalog/s...2459+4294938974+2364&departmentName=AllSearch[/QUOTE]

Saved, thanks! Now if only I could filter out FPS and sports games pre-2010. I did find something that looked really interesting, Enchanted Arms, but even though it ishows up available as xbox 360 Used on search page, it is unavailable when selected.
 
[quote name='Whedon']Saved, thanks! Now if only I could filter out FPS and sports games pre-2010. I did find something that looked really interesting, Enchanted Arms, but even though it ishows up available as xbox 360 Used on search page, it is unavailable when selected.[/QUOTE]

No problem boss, glad I can help. As a matter of fact, I just used the Wii link and ordered Sin & Punishment for around $5 shippped, fuck I am weak.
 
I ended up buying 3 games, 2 of which I hadn't even heard of before, but this 80c shipping is the perfect time to try them out I figured.

Fables III $5.33
Lost Planet Extreme Condition $3.35
Dark Messiah: Might & Magic $2.64


Even if all 3 are as terrible as some reviews suggest, it was $11.

Update on last week's orders: 7 of my 9 TPB's have arrived so far. Of these, 4 were packaged together in a thin poly envelope; the corner of the package had been crushed tearing the packaging. The Daredevil TPB which was on the side that was damaged got the corner of the spine torn back. It was only $2.50 so I'm not going to worry about it, but it was certainly annoying. A bubble mailer would have definitely saved the book from tearing as the damage would have been to the mailer only and not reached the book itself. Too large of a package for a poly mailer in my opinion.
 
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Does anyone know how often Hastings updates their used game prices and availability? It seems every game I looked into has been out of stock for the past 2 days.
 
I just got my $12 :ps3: ME3 used copy, I got ecstatic as this was the first used game out of the many i have bought (except anything from GFly) that has an online pass still working.
Now i really need to beat ME2.
 
[quote name='ocbballer727']Does anyone know how often Hastings updates their used game prices and availability? It seems every game I looked into has been out of stock for the past 2 days.[/QUOTE]

Once a day if not more. Usually some time around like 3 AM Central for sure. If a game shows as Out of Stock but there is a box saying you can look up store availability, that's usually an indicator the item will be put up for sale online within 24-48 hours. But stock is dependent on trade ins, so if no one trades in the item you want, then it's not going to come back into stock.
 
[quote name='rbanez']I just got my $12 :ps3: ME3 used copy, I got ecstatic as this was the first used game out of the many i have bought (except anything from GFly) that has an online pass still working.
Now i really need to beat ME2.[/QUOTE]

^ I just got mine in today too, and it is flawless. It came with an online pass but I have not yet checked to see if it works.
Also, I saw a collector's edition of the :ps3:ME3 pop up for ~$22 and pounced on it. It came down to ~ $16.50 after discount. A steal even if it is a regular edition and hell of a steal if every thing is there for the CE. :drool:. Now I wait.
 
I Bought:
Chrome Hounds
Section 8
Dark Messiah: Might and Magic
Kameo: Elements of Power
F.E.A.R. Files
Bionic Commando
Dark Void
Stormrise
Project Sylpheed: Arc of Deception
Guilty Gear 2: Overture
Unreal Tournament 3

Total: 29.63

I had problems with my Debit Card in my past order, but after looking at the prices for these games, I decided to give it another chance, since the games I bought last time, arrived in better than expected conditions.
 
I have a couple of ME3 passes, UC3 Too if anybody needs em

Bought for PS3

Mass effect 3-$11
Two copies of MW3-$19.50 a pop
Bayonetta-$7
Uncharted 1-$7
Lego Batman 2-$24
Max Payne 3- $20

X360
Skyrim-$17

All came good condition. Very pleased
 
[quote name='ckc4043']when will gohasting ship my item normally? What time after the order I placed?[/QUOTE]

Welcome. Please help yourself to some tropical skittles, cigarettes, or mouth wash.
 
[quote name='RiPPn']Can we get this put on the OP or FAQ, it's extremely useful and I don't want to have to dig through the thread to find it. :)[/QUOTE]

Done.

Looking at my backlog and some of the prices I paid for a lot of my games... I should have purchased a lot less. Good deals at the time, but with Hastings I could probably get most of my collection for like a fraction of the cost today, especially if the games are going to sit there unplayed. I think I'm going to sit out most of next gen to get through a lot of my backlog, then try to buy the next gen games used for dirt cheap. Hopefully Hastings is still around by then. And hopefully they still have good pricing.
 
[quote name='kodave']Done.

Looking at my backlog and some of the prices I paid for a lot of my games... I should have purchased a lot less. Good deals at the time, but with Hastings I could probably get most of my collection for like a fraction of the cost today, especially if the games are going to sit there unplayed. I think I'm going to sit out most of next gen to get through a lot of my backlog, then try to buy the next gen games used for dirt cheap. Hopefully Hastings is still around by then. And hopefully they still have good pricing.[/QUOTE]
Agreed! I plan on doing this and will be counting on sales like this where I can get discount upwards of 25%, 30%, and once in a blue moon 40% off the already reduced prices. Thanks for all your hard work in maintaining this thread.
 
[quote name='kodave']Done.

Looking at my backlog and some of the prices I paid for a lot of my games... I should have purchased a lot less. Good deals at the time, but with Hastings I could probably get most of my collection for like a fraction of the cost today, especially if the games are going to sit there unplayed. I think I'm going to sit out most of next gen to get through a lot of my backlog, then try to buy the next gen games used for dirt cheap. Hopefully Hastings is still around by then. And hopefully they still have good pricing.[/QUOTE]

You aren't alone. I really to to buckle down, stop buying games, and get through a good chunk of what I have on my shelves.

I did end up ordering 5 games on 3 separate orders during this sale though.
 
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