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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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Question: Where are Hastings brick and mortar retail stores located?
Answer:
Click here to find the location nearest you.

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
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OK, I've got three used strategy guides in my cart each priced under $29.99, but FATHERCHRISTMAS isn't applying to make them $7 apiece. Is there something I'm missing?
 
[quote name='Vigilante']OK, I've got three used strategy guides in my cart each priced under $29.99, but FATHERCHRISTMAS isn't applying to make them $7 apiece. Is there something I'm missing?[/QUOTE]


No, looks like they've tightened their belt further.

"Select titles only."
 
[quote name='Muthafodder']No, looks like they've tightened their belt further.

"Select titles only."[/QUOTE]They must have known I'd try something like getting $52 worth of strategy guides for $21. *shakes fist*

I find it weird, though, that it says "Promotion code FATHERCHRISTMAS has been applied to your order" and doesn't say that the items in my cart aren't eligible.
 
[quote name='Vigilante']I find it weird, though, that it says "Promotion code FATHERCHRISTMAS has been applied to your order" and doesn't say that the items in my cart aren't eligible.[/QUOTE]

That's how it always works. You can only apply one promo code for order. You might use a promo code for one thing but also decide to order other items outside the parameter of the code. Its not like they're going to take the time to tell you what items the code applies to or doesn't apply to considering you could have a large number of items in your order. I think the assumption is you'll have figured it out by reading the terms of the promotion what items its good for, otherwise you wouldn't have bothered to apply the code.
 
I placed an order this morning for 10 game guides and 2 books only to have 6 of them canceled 20 minutes later....unfortunately it looks like things have regressed quite a bit.

These ones are still standing:

Lost Odyssey
Assassin's Creed
Silent Hill Origins
Skyrim
BF3
Pokemon Black and White CE

Still a great deal for $42...if they actually ship.
 
Its possible we might see a 2-day sale for 30% off books or video games starting tomorrow or Thursday. They did Music Mon-Tues and Movies Tues-Wed. They've wised up to my ways, so unless someone guesses what the promo code will be, I can't check the image to confirm it.
 
[quote name='kodave']It's possible we might see a 2-day sale for 30% off books or video games starting tomorrow or Thursday. They did Music Mon-Tues and Movies Tues-Wed. They've wised up to my ways, so unless someone guesses what the promo code will be, I can't check the image to confirm it.[/QUOTE]

hey OP, is there a quick way to know the on-hand quantity of an item at GH? after reading your post, am considering waiting several days to buy, but don't want it to go OOS! also, is there a GH price tracker, of the camel (or other) variety? TIA.
 
[quote name='ivana89']hey OP, is there a quick way to know the on-hand quantity of an item at GH? after reading your post, am considering waiting several days to buy, but don't want it to go OOS! also, is there a GH price tracker, of the camel (or other) variety? TIA.[/QUOTE]

I think you can try adding the item to the cart then trying to increase the order to like 99 or something, but some items have a limit on how many you can order so its not entirely accurate. That's the best I can think of for checking inventory. And of course, someone could waltz into a store and buy the item and it probably doesn't update online instantly, so online inventory may not always be accurate.
 
I rarely make it a point to complain publicly but I feel obligated to warn my fellow cagers out there:

This year I have placed a few orders for action figures on Gohastings and everytime they miffed the order. The first time they send the wrong figure, the second time they opened the card on both backs of the figures and they were thrown around the box shipped. The third time recently, however, was the last straw.

I ordered dead space 2 Issac Clarke which suprisingly arrived perfect. However, the second figure I ordered was Dante from Dante's Inferno was anything but. He was placed in a seperate bag not even in a new card. He arrived with a broken scythe as well as his light Holy Cross was snapped in two. Inquiries to the customer service department via email went unreturned and on the phone they told me to return the figure. Since it was shipped in a box, I would have to buy a bubble mailer and ship it on my accord for a 5 dollar figure. Buyer beware, I have seen these situations handled much better.
 
[quote name='thingsfallnapart']I rarely make it a point to complain publicly but I feel obligated to warn my fellow cagers out there:

This year I have placed a few orders for action figures on Gohastings and everytime they miffed the order. The first time they send the wrong figure, the second time they opened the card on both backs of the figures and they were thrown around the box shipped. The third time recently, however, was the last straw.

I ordered dead space 2 Issac Clarke which suprisingly arrived perfect. However, the second figure I ordered was Dante from Dante's Inferno was anything but. He was placed in a seperate bag not even in a new card. He arrived with a broken scythe as well as his light Holy Cross was snapped in two. Inquiries to the customer service department via email went unreturned and on the phone they told me to return the figure. Since it was shipped in a box, I would have to buy a bubble mailer and ship it on my accord for a 5 dollar figure. Buyer beware, I have seen these situations handled much better.[/QUOTE]

You don't have to foot the return shipping. Just shove it back in the box they shipped it in. GoHastings has a return mailer label where the post office bills them after the item is returned to the warehouse it goes to. Usually CS is pretty good about emailing you one of these. If they don't offer you one, email or call again (yes I realize that's a hassle), get another CS person, and tell them to send email it to you. I also have the PDF I can forward to people. I'm hesitant to upload it to Mediafire or anything because people might abuse it and use it to return things without real defects.

Otherwise, I'm not surprised at your story. Hastings has a long way to go to get their act together as a serious online retailer, but I feel like their B&M business is going to go under before they ever shape up online.

I'd suggest you publicly complain on their Facebook wall with your story. That'll get their attention and that should get you a response where someone handles your situation properly.

Failing that, complain to the BBB. The BBB is a BS organization, but it can be helpful in getting some companies to give a shit and pay attention to you.
 
I haven't found any images for next week's deals/sales, if they have any.

I received one of my OG Xbox sports games today that I ordered with free shipping and it was in shit condition. Not even keeping this for $2, so off it goes to be returned. Should have just coughed up the extra $0.50 and got it guaranteed complete from Amazon.
 
In-store Hastings has a coupon for 50% off game rentals, so $4 instead of $8 for a weeklong new-game rentals. Valid today and tomorrow.
 
Updated the first post. Christmas day only is 30% off used games, books, DVDs, Blu-rays, and CDs with code MERRY

After Christmas it doesn't look like there is shit for deals that week.
 
[quote name='thingsfallnapart']I rarely make it a point to complain publicly but I feel obligated to warn my fellow cagers out there:

This year I have placed a few orders for action figures on Gohastings and everytime they miffed the order. The first time they send the wrong figure, the second time they opened the card on both backs of the figures and they were thrown around the box shipped. The third time recently, however, was the last straw.

I ordered dead space 2 Issac Clarke which suprisingly arrived perfect. However, the second figure I ordered was Dante from Dante's Inferno was anything but. He was placed in a seperate bag not even in a new card. He arrived with a broken scythe as well as his light Holy Cross was snapped in two. Inquiries to the customer service department via email went unreturned and on the phone they told me to return the figure. Since it was shipped in a box, I would have to buy a bubble mailer and ship it on my accord for a 5 dollar figure. Buyer beware, I have seen these situations handled much better.[/QUOTE]

I placed an order for figures earlier this year and one of them was wrong...but they did refund me and pay for return shipping.
 
[quote name='kodave']Updated the first post. Christmas day only is 30% off used games, books, DVDs, Blu-rays, and CDs with code MERRY

After Christmas it doesn't look like there is shit for deals that week.[/QUOTE]

Ill take it...although i dont know at this point if theres anything left i even want theyre so late to the game.
 
IT'S LIVE NOW GUYS!

Just went on and added WKC2 and RDR Game of The Year Edition with CODE: MERRY and it applied the 30% off. Got:

:ps3:Red Dead Redemption: GOTY Edition from $27.94 to $19.56
and
:ps3:White Knight Chronicles 2 from $29.74 to $20.82

Was planning to get some of the cheaper games but shipping per game on those lower games make the code less effective.
 
Dark Souls available for around $26.50 shipped
Super Street Fighter 4: AE around $16-17 shipped

I caved in on Dark Souls (damn really I need to stop spending).
 
Picked up a couple of DS games that are getting harder to find. Crossing my fingers they come complete.

I was tempted to grab some books, but I think the ones I want are off radar enough that they'll be around for a future 30% off sale, or hopefully a 40% off sale.
 
Meh, nothing all that great ... I bought Firefly on blu-ray since my DVD's are scratched to heck. $20 shipped is better than what I've seen ... other than that, I miss the buy 2 get 1 free sale. CRAP .. just found it cheaper new. Can't cancel the order online ... frack. Well, if you want Firefly, check out deepdiscountdvd ... @17 shipped. FRACK! Ah well. Oh, they charge tax .. takes it $19 ... what the hell ever.
 
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I looked through most of the games last night and couldn't find a single one I wanted anymore...they are way too late in the game for this imo.
 
Also pretty sad that even without the B2G1 that's going on this weekend, Gamestop's used prices are now better than Hastings for the most part. Dark Souls appears to be the exception.
 
[quote name='buckythekat']may grab a couple cheaper games that've been sitting on my wishlist but nothing major[/QUOTE]

Does your wishlist load? I just get the "oops" page. :( It's a shame, too, because I had lots of manga volumes and title error books on there I wanted to keep an eye on.
 
Decisions, decisions. Do I buy Pillars Of The Earth on DVD USED from GH for $14 n change or buy it new on BR from Amazon and use my $10 promo credit, $5 n change in general AMZ credit and pay $10 something SHIPPED there.

Hmmmm....
 
Holding out hope for another 40% off + $1 Shipping repeat from August before year end. I know it's a long shot, but at least I know when to buy CDs from GoHastings.
 
[quote name='TooPoor']Never ordered from GH (how's the condition of their used games?), considering ordering some used older titles.[/QUOTE]

Its in the FAQ in the first post, with lots of other fun information.
 
I ordered about five books. They have some decent series in stock, like Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, and lots of other new ones. It seems like the search function is broken, though. I did a search in a category by price, and after about the 20th page, results were recycled and things I had already seen were showing up again. =\
 
First post updated, no real deals this week as expected. Hopefully they have a good short-period of time sale planned for New Years weekend.
 
You guys might want to check your e-mail, they sent me a 20% code, exp Sat. It is a one time use code. You might only get this if you are signed up for their promotional emails. Can be used on used games and maybe systems. If I don't use mine by Thurs or Fri. will post mine.
 
[quote name='jumpiestranger2']You guys might want to check your e-mail, they sent me a 20% code, exp Sat. It is a one time use code. You might only get this if you are signed up for their promotional emails. Can be used on used games and maybe systems. If I don't use mine by Thurs or Fri. will post mine.[/QUOTE]

I got one but 20% is pretty crappy
 
Here is what's on tap for next week, beginning 1/1:

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Just got my xbox and ps3 copy of Fallout 3

They are Gamestop New with NO cardboard slipfitter

There is no y-folds or any plastic around the games
 
One of my games from their one day Christmas 30% off sale was just canceled. Annoying, but classic GoHastings.

I will update the OP later tonight or tomorrow, but there didn't appear to be any real deals this week.
 
while waiting for another 96-cent (or even better, free) shipping promo, my wanna-buy game, 'knights in the nightmare', went from $9.96 to $29.62 for a new PSP copy. thx, GH: NOT.
 
They're still selling it on Amazon and eBay for $9.96. You'll have to pay normal price shipping, but it's still cheaper than anywhere else by a mile. The next cheapest prices on Amazon and eBay are $19.95 and $25.99 respectively.
 
[quote name='ivana89']while waiting for another 96-cent (or even better, free) shipping promo, my wanna-buy game, 'knights in the nightmare', went from $9.96 to $29.62 for a new PSP copy. thx, GH: NOT.[/QUOTE]

[quote name='whitereflection']They're still selling it on Amazon and eBay for $9.96. You'll have to pay normal price shipping, but it's still cheaper than anywhere else by a mile. The next cheapest prices on Amazon and eBay are $19.95 and $25.99 respectively.[/QUOTE]

thx for your post. got all ready to buy from AMAZ, but thought i'd check GH one last time: the price went back down to $9.96! strange, but totally understandable since there shouldn't have been such a huge disconnect b/t GH's price on AMAZ & on GH itself. now watch my order get cancelled (or a free shipping promo start tomorrow), LOL.
 
[quote name='ivana89']while waiting for another 96-cent (or even better, free) shipping promo, my wanna-buy game, 'knights in the nightmare', went from $9.96 to $29.62 for a new PSP copy. thx, GH: NOT.[/QUOTE]

No, 9.96 new, still. 19.99 used of course. :)
 
Oh gohastings...

I ordered Alice MR Used and I get a broken case

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Also ordered a regular edition of Lego Harry potter... but got the collectors (didnt even know this existed)

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I ordered Radiant Dawn for 32 overall with shipping. It's a fairly rare game to find below 40 so I figured why not. The disk is perfect, but the case came broken, much like yours Sean. After a call they decided to refund me the shipping. Ended up heading to Gamestop and getting a mint case with the manual. 28+ tax, not a bad price for a rare-ish game.
 
thanks for posting about oblivion...picked it up right as they closed tonight instore for 9.99 and got the new issue of decibel magazine too!
 
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