Microsoft: Xbox 360 news
10-04-2005, 10:21 PM
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Some of the cooler titles announced:
Too Human (MGS-Silicon Knights). In Too Human, players are treated to a nonstop barrage of action powered by the seamless integration of melee and ranged firearms combat and fueled by breathtaking visuals previously not possible thanks to a powerful combination of Xbox 360 and the Unreal Engine 3. Battles unfold in awesome scale as players engage in spectacular battles with vast numbers of enemies.
Mass Effect (MGS-BioWare Corp.). Set 200 years in the future in an epic universe, Mass Effect places gamers in a vast galactic community in danger of being conquered by a legendary agent gone rogue. A spectacular new vision from legendary developers BioWare, Mass Effect challenges players to lead a squad of freedom fighters as they struggle against threatening armies to restore peace in the land. Mass Effect is the first in a trilogy of games with an overarching story, where the real conflict between organic beings and artificial intelligence comes to life in startling clarity.
Crackdown (MGS-Real Time Worlds). Crackdown pushes the action-driving hybrid genre into the next generation with the introduction of the first truly 3-D persistent playground, highly innovative cooperative gameplay, and an extensive prop interaction system all while taking place in a massive and highly stylized urban center. All strategies and tactics are acceptable provided players clean up the streets. Players roam a virtual city built to encourage and allow the full width, depth and height of the space to be explored and exploited. “Crackdown” will offer free-form gameplay, over-the-top action, and, for the first time in this genre, online cooperative play.
Castle Wolfenstein (id Software). id Software’s newest chapter in the legendary “Wolfenstein” series will deliver players deep behind the enemy lines of a war-torn Germany, where Nazi experiments with technology and the supernatural threaten to turn the tide of World War II. Utilizing a revolutionary new graphics technology targeted specifically at next-generation hardware, this new Wolfenstein experience will draw players into a world of unmatched exploration, action and espionage.
Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell 4 (Ubisoft Entertainment). Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell 4 will thrust players into a new breed of gameplay that promises to innovate and revolutionize the Splinter Cell franchise. Ubisoft is taking the saga of Sam Fisher into entirely new territory, expanding the story and depth of his character.
MotoGP Ultimate Racing Technology (URT) 2006 (THQ). MotoGP URT 2006 takes the franchise to the next generation as the only official game of the MotoGP Championship on Xbox 360. Developed by the same team behind the award-winning MotoGP URT 3 and created exclusively for the Xbox 360, MotoGP URT 2006 looks set to create a new definition of high speed for racing fans looking for the fastest thrills on the fastest console.
Too Human (MGS-Silicon Knights). In Too Human, players are treated to a nonstop barrage of action powered by the seamless integration of melee and ranged firearms combat and fueled by breathtaking visuals previously not possible thanks to a powerful combination of Xbox 360 and the Unreal Engine 3. Battles unfold in awesome scale as players engage in spectacular battles with vast numbers of enemies.
Mass Effect (MGS-BioWare Corp.). Set 200 years in the future in an epic universe, Mass Effect places gamers in a vast galactic community in danger of being conquered by a legendary agent gone rogue. A spectacular new vision from legendary developers BioWare, Mass Effect challenges players to lead a squad of freedom fighters as they struggle against threatening armies to restore peace in the land. Mass Effect is the first in a trilogy of games with an overarching story, where the real conflict between organic beings and artificial intelligence comes to life in startling clarity.
Crackdown (MGS-Real Time Worlds). Crackdown pushes the action-driving hybrid genre into the next generation with the introduction of the first truly 3-D persistent playground, highly innovative cooperative gameplay, and an extensive prop interaction system all while taking place in a massive and highly stylized urban center. All strategies and tactics are acceptable provided players clean up the streets. Players roam a virtual city built to encourage and allow the full width, depth and height of the space to be explored and exploited. “Crackdown” will offer free-form gameplay, over-the-top action, and, for the first time in this genre, online cooperative play.
Castle Wolfenstein (id Software). id Software’s newest chapter in the legendary “Wolfenstein” series will deliver players deep behind the enemy lines of a war-torn Germany, where Nazi experiments with technology and the supernatural threaten to turn the tide of World War II. Utilizing a revolutionary new graphics technology targeted specifically at next-generation hardware, this new Wolfenstein experience will draw players into a world of unmatched exploration, action and espionage.
Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell 4 (Ubisoft Entertainment). Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell 4 will thrust players into a new breed of gameplay that promises to innovate and revolutionize the Splinter Cell franchise. Ubisoft is taking the saga of Sam Fisher into entirely new territory, expanding the story and depth of his character.
MotoGP Ultimate Racing Technology (URT) 2006 (THQ). MotoGP URT 2006 takes the franchise to the next generation as the only official game of the MotoGP Championship on Xbox 360. Developed by the same team behind the award-winning MotoGP URT 3 and created exclusively for the Xbox 360, MotoGP URT 2006 looks set to create a new definition of high speed for racing fans looking for the fastest thrills on the fastest console.
10-06-2005, 10:12 PM
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Absolutely awesome gameplay video of PGR3 (High Quality). This shows the Las Vegas course. At times it looks exactly like real life:
http://www.xboxyde.com/news_2102_en.html
(Click on the video link: "File : X05: PGR3 Gameplay press (79.12 MB) (960x540)")
A great quality Perfect Dark Zero video as well here:
http://www.xboxyde.com/news_2104_en.html
http://www.xboxyde.com/news_2102_en.html
(Click on the video link: "File : X05: PGR3 Gameplay press (79.12 MB) (960x540)")
A great quality Perfect Dark Zero video as well here:
http://www.xboxyde.com/news_2104_en.html
10-07-2005, 02:10 PM
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Awesome PGR3 vid...Vegas look very realistic.
10-07-2005, 03:41 PM
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awesome scenery and motion.. doesn't look erratic.. sound is great... wish they would have spent a little more time on the car model, though.
10-11-2005, 09:37 AM
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I still think some of the games look a little choppy at times. I have seen a few near final Perfect dark videos both on TV and on the computer and they still seem choppy, like the framrate cant stay put.
10-13-2005, 12:13 PM
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Where can i go to keep me updated with news on the 360 and games and futre plans? It seems as if u guys are experts or got insider points. lol..
i ordered mine,.
perfect dark zero is all that. And ghost recon also. cant wait.
i ordered mine,.
perfect dark zero is all that. And ghost recon also. cant wait.
10-13-2005, 05:39 PM
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Originally Posted by GunnmeTaLCURA04
Where can i go to keep me updated with news on the 360 and games and futre plans? It seems as if u guys are experts or got insider points. lol..
i ordered mine,. perfect dark zero is all that. And ghost recon also. cant wait.
i ordered mine,.
perfect dark zero is all that. And ghost recon also. cant wait.Other good sites are:
forum.teamxbox.com
forum.gaming-age.com
You can find lots of great information there on the system
10-20-2005, 12:38 AM
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this is a good thing for PC controllers... I'm hard pressed to find any PC controller I really like... if the reviews of the 360 controller are any indication, this should be a good option for PC use.
http://www.tgdaily.com/2005/10/19/xb...ler/index.html
http://www.tgdaily.com/2005/10/19/xb...ler/index.html
Microsoft announces hybrid game controller for Xbox 360 and PC
When Microsoft's Xbox 360 is released in December, PC users will get an unexpected holiday gift. A cross-platform gaming controller called "Xbox 360 Controller for Windows" will also be released. The separately sold controller will be compatible with both the Xbox 360 and the PC.
The controller's included nine-foot break-away USB cable and Windows drivers will allow users to enjoy the force-feedback vibration and familiar buttons on their PCs. The Xbox 360 Controller for Windows will retail for about $40.
When Microsoft's Xbox 360 is released in December, PC users will get an unexpected holiday gift. A cross-platform gaming controller called "Xbox 360 Controller for Windows" will also be released. The separately sold controller will be compatible with both the Xbox 360 and the PC.
The controller's included nine-foot break-away USB cable and Windows drivers will allow users to enjoy the force-feedback vibration and familiar buttons on their PCs. The Xbox 360 Controller for Windows will retail for about $40.
10-20-2005, 03:53 PM
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Question on these MILLION or more consoles being shipped.
This doesn have anything to do with the quantity a retailer will get correct?
For example, I was VERY surprised that at my local EB store, i am only #48 on the list. While in other EB stores in more populated areas like malls, have hundreds on list. I guess maybe lucky that my local EB store is new and not alot of people know its there.
But back to my question. The guy there told me, that he thought that this particular store will get only 20 to 22 consoles on teh first shipement. And didnt know if it was mixed between core version or full console. Which kinds makes me want to go back and make sure to put me down for the 400.00 one. Which i didnt even think at the time (stupid me) I just put a 50.00 down to hold one but wasnt asked which one. But there you go, i am #48 and they say they only get 20 to 22 on release date. HOW SOON TILL NEXT SHIPMENT FROM MICROSOFT? hmmmmm. anyone know?
and also... I heard that BEST buys and other BIG retail stores like kmarts, circuit cities will be first come first serve? This true? Think there might be lines that day outside?
This doesn have anything to do with the quantity a retailer will get correct?
For example, I was VERY surprised that at my local EB store, i am only #48 on the list. While in other EB stores in more populated areas like malls, have hundreds on list. I guess maybe lucky that my local EB store is new and not alot of people know its there.
But back to my question. The guy there told me, that he thought that this particular store will get only 20 to 22 consoles on teh first shipement. And didnt know if it was mixed between core version or full console. Which kinds makes me want to go back and make sure to put me down for the 400.00 one. Which i didnt even think at the time (stupid me) I just put a 50.00 down to hold one but wasnt asked which one. But there you go, i am #48 and they say they only get 20 to 22 on release date. HOW SOON TILL NEXT SHIPMENT FROM MICROSOFT? hmmmmm. anyone know?
and also... I heard that BEST buys and other BIG retail stores like kmarts, circuit cities will be first come first serve? This true? Think there might be lines that day outside?
10-20-2005, 03:58 PM
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I don't understand the desire to be the first person to get this, or any system. You really have to have it within hours of the release? Just wait a few days or a week and you won't have to worry about lines or lists.
10-20-2005, 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by BEETROOT
I don't understand the desire to be the first person to get this, or any system. You really have to have it within hours of the release? Just wait a few days or a week and you won't have to worry about lines or lists.
no no.. i didnt mean it that way. I am just wondering. When earlier in this thread they stated that millions were going to be sent out. And by what the EBgames personell told me, that on their first shipment they will only get 20 or so. I was wondering if these stores were scheduled to get shipments every week or what. Becuase they told me that i would get mine before christmas. And i am kool with that. I am not going to wait in lines. I am just going to go and ask, if they do well i get it and cancel in eb. but if not well there is no "I NEED AT RELEASE". lol.
I was just wondering if someone knew how shipments are going to work with stores.
10-21-2005, 11:54 PM
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Here are two awesome videos. They are in HD so you need a fairly stout PC to run them, but they clearly show exactly how the games will look on a HDTV:
Madden 2006:
http://xboxmovies.teamxbox.com/xbox-...l-XL-Comeback/
Gears of War:
http://xboxmovies.teamxbox.com/xbox-...gh-Resolution/
Madden 2006:
http://xboxmovies.teamxbox.com/xbox-...l-XL-Comeback/
Gears of War:
http://xboxmovies.teamxbox.com/xbox-...gh-Resolution/
10-25-2005, 04:04 PM
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FYI -
Here's the source, but the rest of the release is info you already know.
http://www-1.ibm.com/press/PressServ...STATUS=publish
IBM Delivers Power-based Chip for Microsoft Xbox 360 Worldwide Launch
SAN JOSE, CA -- 10/25/2005 -- At Fall Processor Forum in San Jose, California today, IBM announced the custom designed microprocessor built for Microsoft's Xbox 360 console is in production at the company's East Fishkill, N.Y. fab and at Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing in Singapore.
SAN JOSE, CA -- 10/25/2005 -- At Fall Processor Forum in San Jose, California today, IBM announced the custom designed microprocessor built for Microsoft's Xbox 360 console is in production at the company's East Fishkill, N.Y. fab and at Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing in Singapore.
http://www-1.ibm.com/press/PressServ...STATUS=publish
10-26-2005, 10:19 AM
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Tiger Woods PGA Tour 06
10-26-2005, 11:52 AM
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Originally Posted by cusdaddy
Here are two awesome videos. They are in HD so you need a fairly stout PC to run them, but they clearly show exactly how the games will look on a HDTV:
Madden 2006:
http://xboxmovies.teamxbox.com/xbox-...l-XL-Comeback/
Gears of War:
http://xboxmovies.teamxbox.com/xbox-...gh-Resolution/
Madden 2006:
http://xboxmovies.teamxbox.com/xbox-...l-XL-Comeback/
Gears of War:
http://xboxmovies.teamxbox.com/xbox-...gh-Resolution/
10-26-2005, 05:39 PM
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If you go to Walmart, Best Buy, EB Games, etc. they have Xbox 360 kiosks there. The demo disk allows you to play COD2 and Kameo and has a ton of videos of games. The controller is awesome - best console controller I have ever felt and the graphics of the games look even better in person. It's definitely worth checking out
10-26-2005, 05:48 PM
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looks like Microsoft is really pulling a fast one on Sony with the 360... I think it's gonna be hard for Sony to catch up.
10-26-2005, 06:18 PM
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I'm sure cusdaddy already knows this.. but for anyone that doesn't 
http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=27218
http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=27218
Halo to be enhanced by Xbox 360
The plot thickens
By Marc McEntegart: Tuesday 25 October 2005, 15:18
BUNGIE, developer of Xbox hit Halo, has hinted that both Halo and Halo 2 will have an enhanced appearance on the Xbox 360.
Bungie's weekly update writer says he is "Counting the days" until the release of Microsoft's next generation console. He went on to write that, "First thing I am going to do is play Halo one on my HDTV... There is a very slight possibility I might play PGR3 or Perfect Dark Zero first. But then, straight onto Halo one."
While this may be grounded in shameless hype, there is a wonderful little addition in, "We're going to have more to tell you about how Halo one and two look on 360 - and it's all good news."
While there was never any real doubt that they would feature as some of the backwards compatible options for the 360, no enhancements have yet been suggested. As usual, speculation abounds with Eurogamer suggesting possible 720p support. It's not the only one wondering either, Joystiq, here, is speculating on better frame rates and textures too.
For the moment there's no telling what might be added. Both Microsoft and Bungie are keeping quiet about what form any visual enhancement might take but it's sure to drum up even more interest in the only next gen console to be available this year. µ
The plot thickens
By Marc McEntegart: Tuesday 25 October 2005, 15:18
BUNGIE, developer of Xbox hit Halo, has hinted that both Halo and Halo 2 will have an enhanced appearance on the Xbox 360.
Bungie's weekly update writer says he is "Counting the days" until the release of Microsoft's next generation console. He went on to write that, "First thing I am going to do is play Halo one on my HDTV... There is a very slight possibility I might play PGR3 or Perfect Dark Zero first. But then, straight onto Halo one."
While this may be grounded in shameless hype, there is a wonderful little addition in, "We're going to have more to tell you about how Halo one and two look on 360 - and it's all good news."
While there was never any real doubt that they would feature as some of the backwards compatible options for the 360, no enhancements have yet been suggested. As usual, speculation abounds with Eurogamer suggesting possible 720p support. It's not the only one wondering either, Joystiq, here, is speculating on better frame rates and textures too.
For the moment there's no telling what might be added. Both Microsoft and Bungie are keeping quiet about what form any visual enhancement might take but it's sure to drum up even more interest in the only next gen console to be available this year. µ
10-26-2005, 06:22 PM
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^^Cool!
10-26-2005, 07:02 PM
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The info about Halo being enhanced was actually broken here almost 2 months ago. We actually had some exclusive inside information here at AZ. It looks like it's most likely true
https://acurazine.com/forums/console-computer-gaming-13/first-hand-experience-xbox-360-a-317275/
https://acurazine.com/forums/console-computer-gaming-13/first-hand-experience-xbox-360-a-317275/
10-26-2005, 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by srika
looks like Microsoft is really pulling a fast one on Sony with the 360... I think it's gonna be hard for Sony to catch up.
10-26-2005, 07:57 PM
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Pretty cool NBA Live 2006 trailer:
http://www.gametrailers.com/gamepage.php?id=1997
Hands-on with Madden 2006:
http://sports.ign.com/articles/661/661869p1.html
http://www.gametrailers.com/gamepage.php?id=1997
Hands-on with Madden 2006:
http://sports.ign.com/articles/661/661869p1.html
10-26-2005, 08:04 PM
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11-03-2005, 11:34 AM
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so who all is gonna be doing crazy networked 360 gaming that weekend?? i am 
we're gonna have about 10 ppl and 3-4 360's
we're gonna have about 10 ppl and 3-4 360's
11-04-2005, 08:11 AM
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I'm pretty pissed. Supply for the 360 is going to be VERY low this holiday season. I pre-ordered my 360 back in May, and I just found out I got bumped out of the first shipment. My store is the second largest EB in CT, and they originally had estimates of 70 systems at launch day, which kept getting whittled down now finally only to 20. I'm # 21 on the list 
The store alone has 210 pre-orders.
Here is also more information on the supply issue:
Okay, so the word is that basically on launch day, expect stores like Best Buy to have around 50 Xbox 360s each, most of which are the $399 flavor (thanks Lordservant). That's not very many, so camping in line won't help very much since there are so few to go around. I'd guess other super stores will be in the same boat who don't take pre-orders.
Stores like EB/Gamestops are going to be sold out already scrounging just to meet their guaranteed pre-orders. I'd be shocked if even those crazy multi-thousand dollar overpriced bundles ship on time.
Are we excited yet?
In theory I like the idea of a world-wide release, but with inventory stretched so thin, the only global thing we'll have in common is that no one will able to find a 360.
The store alone has 210 pre-orders.
Here is also more information on the supply issue:
Okay, so the word is that basically on launch day, expect stores like Best Buy to have around 50 Xbox 360s each, most of which are the $399 flavor (thanks Lordservant). That's not very many, so camping in line won't help very much since there are so few to go around. I'd guess other super stores will be in the same boat who don't take pre-orders.
Stores like EB/Gamestops are going to be sold out already scrounging just to meet their guaranteed pre-orders. I'd be shocked if even those crazy multi-thousand dollar overpriced bundles ship on time.
Are we excited yet?
In theory I like the idea of a world-wide release, but with inventory stretched so thin, the only global thing we'll have in common is that no one will able to find a 360.
11-04-2005, 11:40 AM
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This is VERY true.
I went to my local EB store were i am # 48. I was suppose to be in the 2nd shipment being that they were expecting 20-22 systems. Now ONLY 12.
One think i didnt like or maybe good for me (with NOO guarantee) is that they guy said (manager at store) " Is yours paid in full?" If you have it paid in full with couple of games, you will INCREASE your chances. "I am giving a priority to those who have the biggest bundles paid in full"
he said "At this time i got 6 Paid in full systems" Wondering if i should. Or just go that day to best buys, walmarts and circuit cities..
This sucks because if you get on a list, then you should be priority u know. So i imagine for fact they will call the first 5 from the list and the rest the ones tha t{PAID in full, to cover their backs!! fu--ers...
I went to my local EB store were i am # 48. I was suppose to be in the 2nd shipment being that they were expecting 20-22 systems. Now ONLY 12.
One think i didnt like or maybe good for me (with NOO guarantee) is that they guy said (manager at store) " Is yours paid in full?" If you have it paid in full with couple of games, you will INCREASE your chances. "I am giving a priority to those who have the biggest bundles paid in full"
he said "At this time i got 6 Paid in full systems" Wondering if i should. Or just go that day to best buys, walmarts and circuit cities..
This sucks because if you get on a list, then you should be priority u know. So i imagine for fact they will call the first 5 from the list and the rest the ones tha t{PAID in full, to cover their backs!! fu--ers...
11-04-2005, 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by GunnmeTaLCURA04
This is VERY true.
I went to my local EB store were i am # 48. I was suppose to be in the 2nd shipment being that they were expecting 20-22 systems. Now ONLY 12.
One think i didnt like or maybe good for me (with NOO guarantee) is that they guy said (manager at store) " Is yours paid in full?" If you have it paid in full with couple of games, you will INCREASE your chances. "I am giving a priority to those who have the biggest bundles paid in full"
he said "At this time i got 6 Paid in full systems" Wondering if i should. Or just go that day to best buys, walmarts and circuit cities..
This sucks because if you get on a list, then you should be priority u know. So i imagine for fact they will call the first 5 from the list and the rest the ones tha t{PAID in full, to cover their backs!! fu--ers...
I went to my local EB store were i am # 48. I was suppose to be in the 2nd shipment being that they were expecting 20-22 systems. Now ONLY 12.
One think i didnt like or maybe good for me (with NOO guarantee) is that they guy said (manager at store) " Is yours paid in full?" If you have it paid in full with couple of games, you will INCREASE your chances. "I am giving a priority to those who have the biggest bundles paid in full"
he said "At this time i got 6 Paid in full systems" Wondering if i should. Or just go that day to best buys, walmarts and circuit cities..
This sucks because if you get on a list, then you should be priority u know. So i imagine for fact they will call the first 5 from the list and the rest the ones tha t{PAID in full, to cover their backs!! fu--ers...
11-04-2005, 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by evilstorm
does target pre-sell or sell at the store?...new super target just opened near me and hoping i can get it there.
11-04-2005, 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by cusdaddy
That is BS. Their policy is to give out systems to the order of their lists. There should be some corporate number that you can complain to about this.
WEll good and bad can come from this. 1. get it first, 2 get screwed.
But you think if i call corporate they will let me get ahead on the list?
11-04-2005, 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by GunnmeTaLCURA04
WEll good and bad can come from this. 1. get it first, 2 get screwed.
But you think if i call corporate they will let me get ahead on the list?
But you think if i call corporate they will let me get ahead on the list?
11-04-2005, 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted by GunnmeTaLCURA04
This is VERY true.
I went to my local EB store were i am # 48. I was suppose to be in the 2nd shipment being that they were expecting 20-22 systems. Now ONLY 12.
One think i didnt like or maybe good for me (with NOO guarantee) is that they guy said (manager at store) " Is yours paid in full?" If you have it paid in full with couple of games, you will INCREASE your chances. "I am giving a priority to those who have the biggest bundles paid in full"
he said "At this time i got 6 Paid in full systems" Wondering if i should. Or just go that day to best buys, walmarts and circuit cities..
This sucks because if you get on a list, then you should be priority u know. So i imagine for fact they will call the first 5 from the list and the rest the ones tha t{PAID in full, to cover their backs!! fu--ers...
I went to my local EB store were i am # 48. I was suppose to be in the 2nd shipment being that they were expecting 20-22 systems. Now ONLY 12.
One think i didnt like or maybe good for me (with NOO guarantee) is that they guy said (manager at store) " Is yours paid in full?" If you have it paid in full with couple of games, you will INCREASE your chances. "I am giving a priority to those who have the biggest bundles paid in full"
he said "At this time i got 6 Paid in full systems" Wondering if i should. Or just go that day to best buys, walmarts and circuit cities..
This sucks because if you get on a list, then you should be priority u know. So i imagine for fact they will call the first 5 from the list and the rest the ones tha t{PAID in full, to cover their backs!! fu--ers...
It is funny you brought this up... The day Socom 3 was released and I called EB games... the manager told me if I come in, trade up my X-box, buy a PS2 slim, memory card and headset, He WOULD have a copy of Socom 3 waiting for me... Now I know there were people on a waiting list to get that game... I feel I took somebodies copy and they got bumped until the next shipment comes in...
.... but then again.. I did not see a real shortage of Socom 3 in any store since Target was selling it for $40.00 2 days after the release of the game..Kinda sucks gunny...
I believe the gaming industry does just that... plays games.... the rumor of shortages is just a hype to make people lust the gaming system even more .. everyone wants to have something that no one else has... it is the American way.
11-04-2005, 04:02 PM
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ehhh... car models are starting to look a little bunk ass. :< look at the C6??? wtf.
11-04-2005, 04:06 PM
#320
Senior Moderator
The hype is true.. Just talked to the EB Games and they cut shipments in half basically.. I assume they are afraid they can't meet targets.. I'm now on the 2nd list.. 