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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
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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Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/gohastings/
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Alright kids, the gohastings rep was kind enough to PM me the 4th of July deal a little early so CAGs can get the first crack at it.

Deal is 40% off used items when you buy four or more. I assume it's mix 'n' match (i.e. you can buy one game, one book, one CD, and one DVD and get 40% off) but that wasn't specifically confirmed in the message.

It will go live shortly after midnight central time. Not on the dot though, so be patient.
 
Lot if stuff I want is out of stock. But still found a lot of stuff that's in stock. Hoping to get in on this. Though I've been spending too much lately
 
I wish there was more Vita stuff in stock. I'd be in for Lumines, Gravity Rush, Resistance: Burning Skies, Unit 13, Hot Shots Golf, and Lego Harry Potter, but they have NONE of them.
 
Whenever I get to the final checkout the price is normal. I see the 40% in cart but the final total is unchanged.

Edit: Finally got it to go through! Thanks OP!
 
[quote name='sbaker44']Whenever I get to the final checkout the price is normal. I see the 40% in cart but the final total is unchanged.[/QUOTE]
I'm getting that too now, I guess few more minutes before finalized
 
Just to nitpick my story: I called earlier today about LEGO Batman 2 360 (used) being priced wrong at $70.xx. The rep told me she couldn't change the price, but she would forward the info to the pricing team or whatnot right away. It's still the same outrageous price.
 
Code worked for me just now. If you are having problems with the code's discounts displaying fine at first, but not actually taking effect upon the final stage of checkout, remove the code, then everything from your cart (I used the full cart view and clicked "add to wishlist"). Then, add everything you want back to your cart and reapply the code. Good luck!
 
40% off discount prices (all in-stock as of this post):

dirt 3 complete x360 $16.07 shipped
borderland GOTY x360 $14.26 shipped
batman AA GOTY x360 $13.07 shipped
crysis 2 x360 $8.24 shipped
 
I placed an order a little bit ago. I got to the submit order screen and it showed the discount. When I submitted the order, the prices went back up to the normal price. Has anyone else had this issue? Will Hastings refund the amount of the discount that should have applied?
 
Don't really wanna pay $12 for games I may not even play, then thought about some blus (the last harry potter UE i need is in stock).....i really miss the box set glitch they had like 3 years ago :(
 
[quote name='gleditts']I placed an order a little bit ago. I got to the submit order screen and it showed the discount. When I submitted the order, the prices went back up to the normal price. Has anyone else had this issue? Will Hastings refund the amount of the discount that should have applied?[/QUOTE]

What does the email receipt say?

If its the wrong price, you're gonna have to contact CS.
 
[quote name='tribalnoise']40% off discount prices (all in-stock as of this post):

dirt 3 complete x360 $16.07 shipped
borderland GOTY x360 $14.26 shipped
batman AA GOTY x360 $13.07 shipped
crysis 2 x360 $8.24 shipped[/QUOTE]
That's a good price on Dirt 3 Complete. Hope you get it in good condition.
 
sigh got in one order but cant get the code working again now. Same problem as others it's not applying. Grabbed a few cheap blus though.

Mr & Mrs Smith
The Final Destination
88 Minutes
Trick 'R Treat

all for $11 shipped
 
Some of the games aren't working for me with this. I try to add dynasty warriors next and the metal gear collection for vita and nothing is discounted, but my other two games are.
 
[quote name='kodave']Excludes game accessories, hardware and Previously Viewed items
[/QUOTE]

The code is working on previously viewed movies. Thanks for posting!
 
They have $0.96 shipping on Movies & Games w/out code so you can combine $0.96 shipping w/ the Fourth of July 40% code!

Only bought movies for a grand total of $29.74
Avatar BR
300 BR
Kickboxer BR
V for Vendetta/Watchmen/Constantine BR set
Blade all 4 DVD
Ferris Bueller DVD
Rush Hour 1 & 2 DVD.

So 13 movies for ~$2.30 each at the end w/ shipping included half are BR.
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[quote name='bardockkun']Code is active. Decided to just buy some comics and manga. I Am well satisfied...[/QUOTE] I like your style
 
[quote name='officerrickyross222']hasting will never restock the 1st hardcover runaways book :cry:[/QUOTE]

I'm quoting you, but this isn't just directed at you since there have been a ton of posts lately noting "Such and such game is OOS"...

I assume you're talking about a used book.

For everyone complaining about used items being OOS - that's because Hastings is entirely dependent on trade ins for its used items (as are just about any place that sells used items directly). There is no "restocking" of certain individual items. If someone trades it in again, they'll sell it to the public. If no one trades in Runaways Vol 1 HC ever again, then you'll never get the chance to buy it from Hastings.

Hastings has 140ish retail locations to get used items in. GameStop has nearly 6,500 locations. And even GameStop.Com is "sold out" or "OOS" of many used games. I don't follow any GameStop threads here, but do people seriously flip their lids at GameStop for used games being OOS like they do in this thread? It's just ridiculous.

And if for some reason, officerrickyross222, you were talking about a new copy of the book - books, ESPECIALLY comic book trades, often have limited print runs. Or they are lucky to see multiple printings. Either it sells out (and possibly gets reprinted) or the unsold books are sold to discount retailers as overstock. And hardcovers more often than not aren't reprinted because there is a trade paperback version coming down the pipe several months later. Only very select best selling books are "ever greens" so to speak - stuff like Watchmen - where retailers can always order more. But for something like Runaways Vol 1 HC, once its gone its gone. Hastings can't conjure up any more copies of it.

TL;DR: If something used is OOS, its not really Hastings' fault - once they sell out of an item, they're dependent on more people trading in said item if they're going to sell another used copy to you. They can't just conjure up more stock out of thin air.
 
[quote name='kodave']I'm quoting you, but this isn't just directed at you since there have been a ton of posts lately noting "Such and such game is OOS"...

I assume you're talking about a used book.

For everyone complaining about used items being OOS - that's because Hastings is entirely dependent on trade ins for its used items (as are just about any place that sells used items directly). There is no "restocking" of certain individual items. If someone trades it in again, they'll sell it to the public. If no one trades in Runaways Vol 1 HC ever again, then you'll never get the chance to buy it from Hastings.

Hastings has 140ish retail locations to get used items in. GameStop has nearly 6,500 locations. And even GameStop.Com is "sold out" or "OOS" of many used games. I don't follow any GameStop threads here, but do people seriously flip their lids at GameStop for used games being OOS like they do in this thread? It's just ridiculous.

And if for some reason, officerrickyross222, you were talking about a new copy of the book - books, ESPECIALLY comic book trades, often have limited print runs. Or they are lucky to see multiple printings. Either it sells out (and possibly gets reprinted) or the unsold books are sold to discount retailers as overstock. And hardcovers more often than not aren't reprinted because there is a trade paperback version coming down the pipe several months later. Only very select best selling books are "ever greens" so to speak - stuff like Watchmen - where retailers can always order more. But for something like Runaways Vol 1 HC, once its gone its gone. Hastings can't conjure up any more copies of it.

TL;DR: If something used is OOS, its not really Hastings' fault - once they sell out of an item, they're dependent on more people trading in said item if they're going to sell another used copy to you. They can't just conjure up more stock out of thin air.[/QUOTE]

It's true. If you want it, add it to your wishlist. I didn't ever expect it to happen, but as I posted several pages back, I did actually end up getting a used copy of Alan Moore's Lost Girls, hardcover, for instance. Just add what you want to your wishlist and wait. See what happens. You never know.
 
[quote name='kodave']I'm quoting you, but this isn't just directed at you since there have been a ton of posts lately noting "Such and such game is OOS"...

I assume you're talking about a used book.

For everyone complaining about used items being OOS - that's because Hastings is entirely dependent on trade ins for its used items (as are just about any place that sells used items directly). There is no "restocking" of certain individual items. If someone trades it in again, they'll sell it to the public. If no one trades in Runaways Vol 1 HC ever again, then you'll never get the chance to buy it from Hastings.

Hastings has 140ish retail locations to get used items in. GameStop has nearly 6,500 locations. And even GameStop.Com is "sold out" or "OOS" of many used games. I don't follow any GameStop threads here, but do people seriously flip their lids at GameStop for used games being OOS like they do in this thread? It's just ridiculous.

And if for some reason, officerrickyross222, you were talking about a new copy of the book - books, ESPECIALLY comic book trades, often have limited print runs. Or they are lucky to see multiple printings. Either it sells out (and possibly gets reprinted) or the unsold books are sold to discount retailers as overstock. And hardcovers more often than not aren't reprinted because there is a trade paperback version coming down the pipe several months later. Only very select best selling books are "ever greens" so to speak - stuff like Watchmen - where retailers can always order more. But for something like Runaways Vol 1 HC, once its gone its gone. Hastings can't conjure up any more copies of it.

TL;DR: If something used is OOS, its not really Hastings' fault - once they sell out of an item, they're dependent on more people trading in said item if they're going to sell another used copy to you. They can't just conjure up more stock out of thin air.[/QUOTE]

And in regards to stuff being OOS. You also have to keep in mind that Hastings is constantly running deals, so you have to be a smart shopper and decide whether or not to pick up something at a smaller sale or wait until a bigger sale hoping it's still in stock.

I picked up a ton of stuff during their 10 off 40 and 30% off sale, and I've picked up even more things in this sale. Do I regret not waiting for the 40% sale since it would have saved me a little extra money? No. Because all the items I picked up from the previous and lesser sales are already OOS for this sale, so I wouldn't have been able to take advantage of it anyways in this sale. However I did save the more expensive stuff just in case a sale like this happened, and now I get to take full advantage of it.

People just need to understand where to pick their price points for certain things and decide if it's worth waiting for it to go on a better sale and also understanding the availability and stock of an item. If you are ONLY waiting for the best deal and then expect everything to be in stock when that sale hits, then you will probably not be walking away with anything you want since it'll probably be out of stock.

Part of taking advantage of Hasting sales is knowing when to take advantage of them. Things won't always be in stock, but that's when you need to decide. New shoppers will most likely be complete dumbfounded at first sight at the stock system, but many of us who have shopped with Hastings for a long time understand the value of knowing when to buy and when not to buy.
 
[quote name='Squarehard']And in regards to stuff being OOS. You also have to keep in mind that Hastings is constantly running deals, so you have to be a smart shopper and decide whether or not to pick up something at a smaller sale or wait until a bigger sale hoping it's still in stock.

I picked up a ton of stuff during their 10 off 40 and 30% off sale, and I've picked up even more things in this sale. Do I regret not waiting for the 40% sale since it would have saved me a little extra money? No. Because all the items I picked up from the previous and lesser sales are already OOS for this sale, so I wouldn't have been able to take advantage of it anyways in this sale. However I did save the more expensive stuff just in case a sale like this happened, and now I get to take full advantage of it.

People just need to understand where to pick their price points for certain things and decide if it's worth waiting for it to go on a better sale and also understanding the availability and stock of an item. If you are ONLY waiting for the best deal and then expect everything to be in stock when that sale hits, then you will probably not be walking away with anything you want since it'll probably be out of stock.

Part of taking advantage of Hasting sales is knowing when to take advantage of them. Things won't always be in stock, but that's when you need to decide. New shoppers will most likely be complete dumbfounded at first sight at the stock system, but many of us who have shopped with Hastings for a long time understand the value of knowing when to buy and when not to buy.[/QUOTE]

All this is true, as well. People who are not patient enough to wait on stuff they want are not using GoHastings properly. Anyone who thinks that GoHastings is useless and sucks or whatever is welcome to that opinion. I, on the other hand, am looking at over 60 books I've ordered in the last year alone. I see another 60 in my immediate future.
 
Ordered a bunch more I cant stop. Came to $132 All Blus:

Up
Tangled
Mission impossible 1
Mission Impossible 3
The Incredibles
Final Destination
88 Minutes
Mr & Mrs Smith
Trick R Treat
Toy Story 3
Cloudy With a Chance Of Meatballs
Due Date
Band of Brothers
Bucket List
Game Plan
Nightmare On Elm Street
Black Hawk Down
Thirteen Ghosts/House Of Wax
Bolt
How To Train Your Dragon

Some good movies I already have but saw at low prices: Easy A, Sleepy Hollow, Hot Fuzz, The Ninth Gate





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[quote name='Squarehard']Just dropped $200 on anime. Hurray for sale!

Now let's see which ones won't be canceled. :3[/QUOTE]

I spent a pretty penny on anime too. My complete order:

All DVDs unless noted:

Extras Season 2
The Office BBC Series 1
The Office BBC Series 2
The Big Bang
Resident Evil Extinction (blu)
Terminator 2 (blu)
Terminator 3 (blu)
Terminator Salvation (blu)
Wonder Woman (2 copies)
Green Lantern: Emerald Knights (2 copies)
Superman/Shazam
Justice League: New Frontier
Planet Hulk
Yu Yu Hakoshu Season 1
Yu Yu Season 2
Yu Yu Season 3
Yu Yu Season 4
Desert Punk Vol.1
DP Vol. 2
DP Vol. 3
DP Vol. 4
DP Vol. 5
DP Vol. 6
Samurai Champloo Vol. 5
SC Vol. 6
SC Vol. 7
Gilgamesh Vol. 5
Gilg Vol. 6
Gilg Vol. 7
Full Metal Panic Vol. 1
FMP Vol. 2
FMP Vol. 3
FMP Vol. 4
FMP Vol. 5
FMP Vol. 6
FMP 2nd Raid Vol. 1
FMP2 Vol. 2
FMP2 Vol. 3
FMP2 Vol. 4
FMP Fufumu Vol. 1
FMPF Vol. 2
FMPF Vol. 3
FMPF Vol. 4

Resident Evil Operation Racoon City (360)


Came to $161.68 after shipping

Curious what you got. I'm always looking for new anime.
 
Dynasty Warriors Gundam 3
Saints Row 3
Saints Row 1
White Knight Chronicles 2
Command & Conquer 3

All X360 except WKC2 for about $13 per game, $59 total shipped.

The first 2 I wanted the rest were "filler", I honestly couldn't find anything else I wanted that was in stock or at a decent enough price to pick up. (pretty bad when I was considering two 360 ports of PC games I already own...haha) They must have been seriously picked over from the 33% off, or picked clean before I got around to things at 4AM, because they seriously didn't have much (I was even resorting to looking over the PSP and Xbox 1 section for filler, how bad is that :lol: ).

I was going to check the blurays out, but I think I'll pass for now, I spent too much time/money tonight as it was.
 
Picked up the following for 23 bucks all blu ray
Batman Begins
Eagle Eye
Bad Teacher
Battle: Los Angeles
Underworld: Awakening
 
[quote name='Carlanga']They have $0.96 shipping on Movies & Games w/out code so you can combine $0.96 shipping w/ the Fourth of July 40% code!

Only bought movies for a grand total of $29.74
Avatar BR
300 BR
Kickboxer BR
V for Vendetta/Watchmen/Constantine BR set
Blade all 4 DVD
Ferris Bueller DVD
Rush Hour 1 & 2 DVD.

So 13 movies for ~$2.30 each at the end w/ shipping included half are BR.
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DEAD shipping is 2.28 each now movies and books at 96 cents not game
 
Not applying to portal 2 used. And good luck with all the used movies, last order of ten movies from GH i got four didnt play the whole way through. And with the discount and shipping it isnt even worth returning them.
 
I have 6 used ps3 games in my cart and the promo is only discounting one title?!

EDIT: I'm an idiot. Had previously viewed box checked off even though I swear I clicked used
 
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[quote name='shadowkast']I have 6 used ps3 games in my cart and the promo is only discounting one title?![/QUOTE]

Used != Previously Viewed
 
[quote name='slidecage']DEAD shipping is 2.28 each now movies and books at 96 cents not game[/QUOTE]

The games were never 96 cents shipped, I think he was mistaken.

My SR:3rd was cancelled, (no biggie, grabbed it off Ebay for $4 more shipped)

And thanks to everyone's "enthusiasm" I went back and bought 11 movies (best find was Back to the Future BR for $18) each one came out to be $4 a piece so I think I did pretty good. Lots of cult films (which I collect).

Plus, had to finish my order as they started to do "maintenance" on the site just as I was finishing up.
 
They have like... nothing in stock, more annoying made by the fact that it shows up as in stock when you search but OoS as soon as you click. Plus it's annoying as fuck how some items seemed to have finally dropped but aren't available anymore.:whistle2:?
 
I love that Kodave introduced me to Gohastings. But I hate that Kodave introduced me to Gohastings.

Escaped this sale for just $23 shipped for 5 items.

4 TPB's (Fables, Preacher, Y The Last Man)
Smallville Season 2

I had decided never to order dvd's from GH again, but I thought i'd give it another shot on this cheap box set.

I worked at an indie record store for 7 years, and we had to flip each disc over and check for scratches before we could take any discs in - a scratch always equaled a rejection. GH faq says for used "All items are reconditioned" - if this is true I can't imagine what some of these discs looked like before they were 'reconditioned'. Also, it made me wonder if that's why some discs look like trainwrecks - they don't need to check disc condition on trade ins because they think they can fix anything by resurfacing maybe? And then they either can't fix it, or they don't even bother trying and ship it out looking like garbage. This is a completely unsubstantiated rant (I know kodave loves those) but it just boggles the mind how they can take in, sell and then mail out discs that to most people would be trash. Why waste time selling and shipping unplayable discs? Maybe i've just had bad luck.

That said...YAY, TRADE PAPERBACKS! :bouncy:
 
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