Official Pre-Order Thread

[kristidis]

I asked a guy at EBgames today, and he said that as soon as they get an official amount that thier store is getting they will consider taking pre-orders.

[GrayFox9593]

Gamestops where I live will *call* and alert you the day they find out when they'll start taking ps3 pre-orders...

...on one condition: that you pre-order a ps3 game or hardware.

This gave me a sigh of relief, as I've been calling all the stores around my area almost every day to check in on *if they've started taking pre-orders*.
Murphy's Law, however, asserts that something must and will always go wrong, so I'm still taking further precautions.

Just wanted to see if they were doing this anywhere else. Anyone?

Thats the same thing they are doing at my EB/Gamestop. If you have a game per ordered you will get a phone call for when they will be taking reserves for the PS3.

Portland, ME

[REFLEX]

From a few different sources (atleast here in Canada) I have been told that the Sony Store wont be taking pre orders and is selling the limited # of PS3s at launch to "good customers"???? I wonder what this means?

Perhaps to skip the nasty line up outside the stores for only a (very) limited # of PS3s inside the store, they are just selling them to someone they pick!? Or perhaps the first few people who asked in person at the store ... or what I wonder.... perhaps to just a lucky guy or gal who happen to be in the right place at the right time? Seems strange.

[kryton101]

Just been in Henry Street in Dublin. They told me that they wouldn't take pre-orders till 3 or 4 weeks before a confirmed release date and absolute confirmation of how many units they would receive (which is sensible from their perspective)

They seemed doubtful that the March date would be acheived and noted that they didn't think the US or Japan dates would be achieved either (rumours, all rumours...) but then he did give me a rubbish story about PS3 being 'too hot' and overheating. Had to correct him on that one and point out that any console wrapped in an airtight box would overheat. What a Dullard. No news is good news?

[Coness]

so what do you guys think of the LIK-SANG preorders?

I know that Lik-Sang is a solid company and it won't cost you a penny to do a pre-order with them. The only thing I don't feel comfortable with is that they mentioned that the price of the PS3 will be marked up. I put an order with them, but if the price is too high, then I will cancel.

[alexcote]

I'm convinced that none of the "known" stores are going to take preorders.

Think about it. After the marketting campaign goes up on TV, walls, etc, there are going to be lots of people wanting to buy a PS3. Not just us enthusiasts who've been planning and plotting and scheming on how to obtain a PS3 at launch -- I'm talking parents wanting to get one for the kid, or casual gamers, etc. The campaign will mention the "launch date" a lot. And most people aren't going to know that there are going to be so few PS3s at launch. So come Nov. 18, there are going to be a lot of people in stores looking for the elusive PS3.

Now say a big store, like the EBGames in downtown Toronto, or a Best Buy, gets, oh, 25 units. There are going to be dozens of people like us trying to "lock" onto a unit before launch day (by preordering). But why would they do that? They're going to have throngs of people at launch day and the following days looking for those units. They have to have at least a few to sell. They'll bundle them with games, peripherals, extended warranties, etc and make a killing.

I'm thinking that the only "preorders" we're going to see are going to be taken on launch day, and will be to reserve a unit from the next shipment (December?). But all "launch" units will be sold at launch day to people showing up at the door.

What I'm trying to say is, if you think about it, you will NOT be able to "preorder" a unit and pick it up at launch day. I think our options in the coming days will be laid out as either you camp out a store and hope for the best (and I can imagine a line of 80 people, where only the first dozen get a unit, the rest getting some sort of "guarantee" and/or discount on a 2nd shipment unit), OR you put some money down and they call you when they get a 2nd shipment.

My 2 cents :)

[Cyrann]

Rogers Video in Canada changed thier site from yesterday to today, so obviously there are no more pre-orders...

[REFLEX]

IF anyone talked to anyone at the Sony Store and got the same info a few of us did let me know here.... it is kind of weird to me.

[alexcote]

IF anyone talked to anyone at the Sony Store and got the same info a few of us did let me know here.... it is kind of weird to me.

Why, what did they tell you? All I got was for them to take my phone number.

[UGRepellant]

Of the 3 Sony Stores in Ottawa, 2 put me on a call list and said that they are doing pre-orders and will call me when they start.

The third one said that they probably won't...but the person didn't sound confident in his answer.

[Cyrann]

IF anyone talked to anyone at the Sony Store and got the same info a few of us did let me know here.... it is kind of weird to me.

Explain please... so we can tell you what we have heard...

[BadAndy]

I may have posted this in the other EB pre order section, but I called my local stores here in Missouri and 1 told me they were only going to get 10-12 units, anther told me the US was going to get 40,000 units (WTF, wrong!), and the 3rd told me NO, (yes just no, was kind of rude about it too) Seems ppl here in the STL area either A. dont know what the hell is going on, B. they arent at liberty to say anything yet, or C. Are having a crappy day. Not sure where to go from here. Then again I use to work at CompUSA and my friend that still works there who is also a manager might be able to get some info from him. I will have an update hopefully tommorow when I go by there.

[Tipsy Mcfragger]

I see. Any idea how early in advance they had let people know?

they had a banner on the there site a few days before, and it was in there flyer in the weekly paper on sunday

[Mika Mo 25]

I may have posted this in the other EB pre order section, but I called my local stores here in Missouri and 1 told me they were only going to get 10-12 units, anther told me the US was going to get 40,000 units (WTF, wrong!), and the 3rd told me NO, (yes just no, was kind of rude about it too) Seems ppl here in the STL area either A. dont know what the hell is going on, B. they arent at liberty to say anything yet, or C. Are having a crappy day. Not sure where to go from here. Then again I use to work at CompUSA and my friend that still works there who is also a manager might be able to get some info from him. I will have an update hopefully tommorow when I go by there.

Ya I know man, when I asked an employee he goes I dont know. So then I asked about when he thought information might come in about it and he responded in a pissed off get away tone, "I don't Know."

[BadAndy]

It seems pointless to try and do pre-orders here in STL simply because of the lack of information. Reading other peoples posts, at least there stores are giving them a better response then, "what preorders?" The denial factor is really aggrivating not to mention the guy that said the US is getting 40,000 units only, was he hiding in a cave or what? I think Im going to stick with CompUSA on mine, even though they dont do preorders I might have a better chance of getting one. What a mess, lol.

[REFLEX]

At the Sony Store here and a few friends asked in other places in Canada and in my city at other Sony Stores... they said mostly that there are NO pre orders for launch date and that they are kind of reserved for "good customers"..... thats been the case in a few Sony Stores here.... thats what they said.. literally in a few places.

[renegadevikingPS3]

Is anyone paying it with $500 bill for fun?
http://www.coinsite.com/content/coinpics/currency/Specimen$500bill.jpg

I always wanted to pay for something with one of these.

[iLLuSionS]

Called a couple of sony stores here in Canada... Toronto.

They said for sure they aren't gonna take preorders. (which is probably true) because of the limited amount.

[GrayFox9593]

I heard a new amount today of 500,000 comming to the US.

[renegadevikingPS3]

BTW, I preordered the 20gig version six weeks ago at a Gamestop.

[joe 26]

where can you get a 500 dollar bill?

[GrayFox9593]

You can get them through Banks.

[joe 26]

called coconuts today and they said the first 100 to pre order will get their ps3 on launch day. could this be true?

[MiDNiGHTS]

That is pretty a insane number of units for launch. I have never heard of Coconuts though so they might be a huge store.

[felix954]

what have we found out about eb games online preorders?

[SecretSquirrel]

Do you guys know anything about the FYE Warranty?

Is there one at all?

Any good?

Does anyone know anything about it?

[lovebaseball90]

That is pretty a insane number of units for launch. I have never heard of Coconuts though so they might be a huge store.

lol
I havent heard of them either, where are the nearest ones to los angeles?

[Playstation Prince]

I called my local Gamestop and they said they will be doing pre-orders in Mid October.

[Aptmusic9]

i called all my EB games stores n they are clueless about preorders still.

[joe 26]

i would consider the 18th mid-october

[joe 26]

lol
I havent heard of them either, where are the nearest ones to los angeles?

http://shop.coconuts.com/StoreLocator.aspx

[renegadevikingPS3]

What is funny about all of this is the little ma and pop chains can not afford new consoles, but one has a Neo Geo collection (collectors' want, but can not afford). Should i like start a thead on Neo Geo cart vs. PS3 or would that be too PS3 biased?

http://www.arcadeuk.com/game_pics/blazingstar.png
http://www.screenselect.co.uk/images/products/screenshots/7/64367-5-large.jpg
Worth every penny. Graphics 10/10. Gameplay 10/10. Sound 10/10

[coreyh]

i called all my EB games stores n they are clueless about preorders still.

i got the same reply when i called yesterday.

they said three to four weeks, when they get final numbers in.

[13th_Shell]

i got the same reply when i called yesterday.

they said three to four weeks, when they get final numbers in.

Got the same thing in northern New Jersey. Two GameStops, both clueless.

[BadAndy]

Just went by my EBgames store in the mall last night, the guy there was really cool. He told me confidently that he didnt think that his store nor any of the others in the area would take preorders considering most were getting 4 to 6 units at MOST. So by doing pre-orders he wouldnt have any units to sell in store. SO, then I walked to FYE, the guys there told me they were taking pre-orders for the 3rd Batch of PS3s. But he told me to call another FYE in the area that just opened up and might not have many RSVP's for the PS3. I called him, he only had 4!!!! So I thought about it and wanted to ask if anyone has ANY idea how many PS3s (if any) FYE stores might get. If he has only 4 RSVP's then I for sure will want to be the 5th, assuming they get at least 5 units on launch day...

[WillyX]

There is no need for spam, please read the rules before posting again~Soldier one

[shibug]

Play-Asia is taking pre-orders for the Japanese version. I am not sure if they would be able to deliver any at launch day (Nov 11th) since Japan is only getting 100k.

http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-13-71-bo-49-en-70-p62.html

[Vipeme]

I thought that it was announced that Gamestop will not be doing preorders at all for the PS3. ????

That's weird hearing that those places are saying that they will get 4-6 units. That's ridiculous because the Gamestop and EBGames in my mall both had 24 360s each.

[icerado]

yah i don't see how these people know they are only getting 4/5 systems...i'd say there is a lot of bs going around right now...cuz it seems that no one is doing pre-orders for launch right now because they don't know how many they are getting...so why is everyone saying we'll only get 4 or 5...cuz they have no idea...

i'm still waiting on something concrete...because if something stupid would happen and my fye doesn't get 10 i'm gonna need a back-up plan...

[Far_Beyond_driven]

[quote=Vipeme;639489]I thought that it was announced that Gamestop will not be doing preorders at all for the PS3. ????

Yeh, according to Steve Morgan(the president of gamestop) they will not be taking preorders. Not sure if this has been posted but i found it on PS3portal.com
http://www.Ps3portal.com/general/article/502.html

[BadAndy]

Believe me Im not holding my breath either. Im still planning to head over to FYI today after work to preorder my PS3 since they only have 4 preorders. The money is refundable so if I manage to get a guarantee on one somewhere else, then Ill take advantage of that. At least with FYE I can feel someone comfortable knowing that I have a better chance at a pre-order as opposed to no preorder at all, especially with all the EB/Gamestop confusion going around.

[w_tanoto]

Just put my pre-order on Japanese PS3 AGAIN!!! (Play-asia)

So, currently I got pre-order in Lik-sang and Play-asia.

[majinvegeta]

Tada! my list is done. This is ofcourse if Canada gets 50k, which I hope they do.

http://imagehost.bizhat.com/show.php?id=239643

and another just incase:

http://www.imagehosting.us/index.php?action=show&ident=1655230

[CaseyK24]

GameCrazy in NJ just cancelled my Dec 2005 pre-order. I called in May to check up on the 60gig/20gig thing and it still seemed fine. I just called and the new manager said the old manager took pre-orders against company rules and they are not honoring them as of now. He said there is a chance the district manager would honor them but doesn't seem likely.

[fsm10]

Tada! my list is done. This is ofcourse if Canada gets 50k, which I hope they do.

http://imagehost.bizhat.com/show.php?id=239643

and another just incase:

http://www.imagehosting.us/index.php?action=show&ident=1655230


There's also, HMV, London Drugs, Compusmart.

maybe The Bay, The Source by Circuit City, A&B Sound. Heck even Amazon.ca.

[UGRepellant]

There's also, HMV, London Drugs, Compusmart.

maybe The Bay, The Source by Circuit City, A&B Sound. Heck even Amazon.ca.

- London Drugs: Probably not, as it is only Western Canada
- HMV: Doesn't sell VGs - NO
- Compusmart: Called - NO
- The Bay: Maybe (EDIT: JUST CALLED - NO)
- The Source: Called - NO
- A&B Sound: Probably not, as it is only Western Canada
- Amazon.ca: Maybe

Also I just called Loblaws (for those of you in ON or Quebec) and they ARE getting PS3s...but definitely no pre-orders.

[majinvegeta]

There's also, HMV, London Drugs, Compusmart.

maybe The Bay, The Source by Circuit City, A&B Sound. Heck even Amazon.ca.

http://aycu15.webshots.com/image/3654/2002326315789899188_rs.jpg

New list. Made changes, 40k units instead of 50k. Removed a few stores as some people recommended, like Canadian Tire and Business Depot. Im trying to create a list that is as realistic as possible so we can all see who is getting what and what kind of a line up to assume n stuff. It also tells us who will be taking pre-orders and who wont.

I ruled out stores like HMV, A&B Sound and London Drugs because they really dont carry consoles. HMV might later on, but launch day? highly doubt it right?

[UGRepellant]

Here is the current list for Canada as I see it, including definites and maybes:

DEFINITE LOCATIONS
- Futureshop
- Best Buy
- Toys R Us (Most likely all gone because of pre-orders)
- Walmart
- Rogers Video
- Sony Store
- Great Canadian Superstore
- Loblaws (This is a store only in Ontario and Quebec)
- EB Games
- Blockbuster

POSSIBLE LOCATIONS
- Sears
- London Drugs (Probably Not)
- A&B Sound (Probably Not)

I called The Bay and Zellers and they aren't getting them. All five Sears locations wouldn't pick up the phone in their electronics departments (lazy @&#*$()@#$).
Feedback is encouraged.

[$_KD_]

lets say i go to best buy and get a ps3, how much is the warranty? is it 20-30 bucks?

[majinvegeta]

Here is the current list for Canada as I see it, including definites and maybes:

DEFINITE LOCATIONS
- Futureshop
- Best Buy
- Toys R Us (Most likely all gone because of pre-orders)
- Walmart
- Rogers Video
- Sony Store
- Great Canadian Superstore
- Loblaws (This is a store only in Ontario and Quebec)
- EB Games
- Blockbuster

POSSIBLE LOCATIONS
- Sears
- London Drugs (Probably Not)
- A&B Sound (Probably Not)

I called The Bay and Zellers and they aren't getting them. All five Sears locations wouldn't pick up the phone in their electronics departments (lazy @&#*$()@#$).
Feedback is encouraged.

Thanks alot man.

List Version 3.0 :D

http://aycu23.webshots.com/image/3102/2002902344085205600_rs.jpg

Do you guys think I should make my own thread about this? it would be much easier to do things.

[GrayFox9593]

lets say i go to best buy and get a ps3, how much is the warranty? is it 20-30 bucks?

You could call and ask them, Im sure they would know more then we do.

[UGRepellant]

Sweet. Yeah, start up the "Official Canada Pre-Order Thread" or something like that.

[fsm10]

Here is the current list for Canada as I see it, including definites and maybes:

DEFINITE LOCATIONS
- Futureshop
- Best Buy
- Toys R Us (Most likely all gone because of pre-orders)
- Walmart
- Rogers Video
- Sony Store
- Great Canadian Superstore
- Loblaws (This is a store only in Ontario and Quebec)
- EB Games
- Blockbuster

POSSIBLE LOCATIONS
- Sears
- London Drugs (Probably Not)
- A&B Sound (Probably Not)

I called The Bay and Zellers and they aren't getting them. All five Sears locations wouldn't pick up the phone in their electronics departments (lazy @&#*$()@#$).
Feedback is encouraged.

I went on an info finding mission recently. I went to 3 London Drugs locations. One of them said they'll likely have a couple, another said they probably won't get any till days after launch, the last one said they hope to have some. My local HMV that sells games and also has consoles for sale (Xbox 360, PS2s) said they would have some first come first serve.

[FrankieG889D]

I just clled a coconuts about 20 mins from my house here in NY. The guy answered the phone and said that you could order the PS3, i asked if how much preorders they had already, he said. "enough". So i dont think it's even going to be work it preorder it from there.

[majinvegeta]

Sweet. Yeah, start up the "Official Canada Pre-Order Thread" or something like that.

http://www.ps3forums.com/showthread.php?p=639847#post639847

Done, I shall update it from time to time.

[UGRepellant]

I went on an info finding mission recently. I went to 3 London Drugs locations. One of them said they'll likely have a couple, another said they probably won't get any till days after launch, the last one said they hope to have some. My local HMV that sells games and also has consoles for sale (Xbox 360, PS2s) said they would have some first come first serve.

Personally, if The Bay and Zellers aren't getting them, then I can't see London Drugs getting them.

No HMVs in Ottawa sell anything video game related. However, I think we would've heard if HMV was getting them as it's an international company.

[FrankieG889D]

Just called SEARS, talked to someone, didnt know if it was a guy or girl cause it sounded like both. But he/she said that they had a booklet with just the release date. he/she also said to just check the website frequently to see if they are doing preorders on there. He/She also said that last year when they were doing the 360's, they went through the same thing and like 3 months later they got like 3 of them in, so i would really trust SEARS that well, unless it's only my local SEARS that is clueless.

[Charon]

I just spoke to someone at Sears actually, and they said they are not taking pre-orders in store, because they are unsure how many they'll get, and they'll just sell them when they get them in stock. Not sure if thats the national stance or just local, but just a heads up.

[Bosox3]

I just spoke to someone at Sears actually, and they said they are not taking pre-orders in store, because they are unsure how many they'll get, and they'll just sell them when they get them in stock. Not sure if thats the national stance or just local, but just a heads up.

thats the same thing for most of the sears stores in CT too

[UGRepellant]

I just posted this in the Official Canada Pre-Order Thread, but it may affect U.S. as well.

I was just placed in a calling list from Blockbuster for pre-orders. They said they will call me when they start in a few weeks. I am the first one on the list, so this has started up very recently. I would check out your local blockbusters.

[shibug]

AudioCubes started taking preorders for a premium price of $800.

http://www.audiocubes.com/category/Gadgets,+Games_Game+Consoles/product/Sony_PS3_Play_Station_3_60GB_Premium_Model.html?re f=78&affiliate_banner_id=1

[Charon]

WHY CAN I NOT KEEP MYSELF AWAY FROM THIS MESSAGE BOARD NOW THAT I'VE FOUND IT!!!!!:shock: :pale :shock: :pale :shock: :pale

I hope the pre-order emails come soon, this is overtaking me.

[ReFleX62]

alright... im 18 need a job and i figured i might as well use it to get myself a ps3... What store should i apply too? I realy dotn want to work at a gamestore like eb or gs... i was thinking something like target... I dont think stores like best buy or frys electronics give consoles too their employees.. any good ideas? If target gave away playstations to their employees that would be great... Anyone know targets policy?

[mrut]

alright... im 18 need a job and i figured i might as well use it to get myself a ps3... What store should i apply too? I realy dotn want to work at a gamestore like eb or gs... i was thinking something like target... I dont think stores like best buy or frys electronics give consoles too their employees.. any good ideas? If target gave away playstations to their employees that would be great... Anyone know targets policy?

Tell me your kidding please. Your 18 and you think that a major corporation would give a $600 console to a minimum wage flunkie. Either stay in school or go back to school because you have some learning to do.

[Mika Mo 25]

Tell me your kidding please. Your 18 and you think that a major corporation would give a $600 console to a minimum wage flunkie. Either stay in school or go back to school because you have some learning to do.

I think he was meaning like that if their employees have the money to buy one that they will give them first pick. That's how I read it at least.

[krime]

AudioCubes started taking preorders for a premium price of $800.

http://www.audiocubes.com/category/Gadgets,+Games_Game+Consoles/product/Sony_PS3_Play_Station_3_60GB_Premium_Model.html?re f=78&affiliate_banner_id=1

LOL, that's the Japanese version. I almost got ahead of myself. Still a good find though.

[CivicFox]

ahh, Im running out of options.

Ive called up about four local gamestops and they said that they wiil start preorders a week before or after november.. NOVEMBER! I knew that the Oct.10th preorder was too good to be true, but its still worth a try. Ive called other electronics stores, most of which said that its first come first serve, some dont even know if they even will take preorders. My last options is to try the 10th and see if I get anything, if not im focusing around the end of the month. If this doesnt go well, Im prolly goin to have to wait in line again. IDK what stores will have the lightest lines, IDK if ppl here where I live even have a demand for the ps3 like they did with the 360. But we'll see.

[shiveks]

LOL, that's the Japanese version. I almost got ahead of myself. Still a good find though.

I think this a good find. Japan version will work in US as well. Both are NTSC. They share the same region code for blu ry. The games are not region coded. Voltage diff can be handled by a transformer. Company is member of BBB. Cost for 20gb is only 589 (only $90 more than retail price of $499). I am buying some and selling on ebay.

[ekb24]

The Sears here in NY said pre-orders end of October

[shibug]

eToys.com clearly states they will not take pre-order as mentioned on their state. I think this statement is much clearer than what we get to hear from GS/EB.

http://www.etoys.com/vgames/PLTPS3.html/WSSN/VGSpot6/place/arbw?lid=PS3_Platform&lpos=Spot6

[janenba352]

Yea im trying to look into the pre-orders for EB/GS starting Oct. 10th or not. Hopefully thanks to me being an editor for PS3Portal now will allow EB's Public Relations department to answer me more truthfully and clearly tell me whats going on. Ill post up info on it once EB/GS sends me back a reply.

[KnightRyder]

GameCrazy in NJ just cancelled my Dec 2005 pre-order. I called in May to check up on the 60gig/20gig thing and it still seemed fine. I just called and the new manager said the old manager took pre-orders against company rules and they are not honoring them as of now. He said there is a chance the district manager would honor them but doesn't seem likely.

you're not the only one. the GameCrazy in Castro Valley has also changed its process. I WAS #11 on the list but now there is no solid list..

the guy there told me this:
-The gamecrazy MVPs will be notified of PS3s first.
-Then the customers who have purchased anything within the last 3 months (active account) will be second.
-THEN the people (like me) who busted their ass way back when we preordered and put money down will get notified.

I preordered Dec. 27th 2005 and supposedly a 10yr old kid who buys some used game for his N64 on Nov. 16,06 would have higher priority than me!!!

I couldnt conjur up the words to explain how i felt!

so in the desperate attempt to get my PS3, i signed up for the MVP card which was $20 for 1 year.

keep in mind that not ALL GameCrazy stores are like this one, my brother has his reserved at a GC about 4 miles away from mine and they're not doing anything like this place, they're simply going down the list, which is the way it should be!

[scott123]

Ok, whats up with Gamestop? I live in Tennessee and happened to be at Opry Mills mall today which includes both EB Games, and Gamestop. EB Games said they would take preorders there but they didn't know when. Then I went down to Gamestop and the sales rep was like, "Uhh yeah we're takin' preorders, but we don't know when, and plus Sony is only shipping 200,000 to the US now." I was like umm no it's 400,000 to North America. Then he was just like, "No it's not they cut it to 200,000 for the whole US." and I was like whatever man, and walked out.

Why must they be such dumba**es at Gamestop? If this is by any chance true (which it isn't), then my appologies go to the individual at my local Gamestop.

[soldier one]

Yea im trying to look into the pre-orders for EB/GS starting Oct. 10th or not. Hopefully thanks to me being an editor for PS3Portal now will allow EB's Public Relations department to answer me more truthfully and clearly tell me whats going on. Ill post up info on it once EB/GS sends me back a reply.
Im still learning with ps3portal, let me know how your doing that, through pm or something not so public :) I tried saying i was with a ps3 site asking them some kind of question, i didnt stae which site i was with, and they never replied. :lol:

[RayMo]

All Honesty, I'm new to this forum obviously, but how's the hype on PS3. Do you guys believe there will be a shortage of PS3, considering they are only mkaing 400,000 compared to a whopping 2 mil for nintendo Wii. Do you guys think that prices will skyrocket just like xbox360 did when that came out. Xbox360, in my honest opinion, wasn't all that great. Games came out that didn't even show it's potential. One game I did like, is fightnight. Great game, shows all that the graphics can display. So really, pour on ur comments.

[Tarlyn]

All Honesty, I'm new to this forum obviously, but how's the hype on PS3. Do you guys believe there will be a shortage of PS3, considering they are only mkaing 400,000 compared to a whopping 2 mil for nintendo Wii. Do you guys think that prices will skyrocket just like xbox360 did when that came out. Xbox360, in my honest opinion, wasn't all that great. Games came out that didn't even show it's potential. One game I did like, is fightnight. Great game, shows all that the graphics can display. So really, pour on ur comments.

Well first I would say to make a new thread since this has nothing to do with pre-orders......but yes there will be a huge shortage of PS3's.

[RayMo]

Anyone have a list of stores that will carry the PS3, No pre-orders, obviously places to camp out.

[GrayFox9593]

Anyone have a list of stores that will carry the PS3, No pre-orders, obviously places to camp out.


EB/GameStop will have preorders but no one knows when yet.

Non Per order stores but will carry the PS3

BestBuy
Target
Sears
Walmart
Toys R Us
Sams Club?

Im sure Im forgetting some, those are storys in my area, it varies across the United States

[RayMo]

Can EBGAMES/Gamestop Garantee that they will have systems at launch date, because I know that best buy/circuit city/toys r us, will definitly have it. I'm wondering can EBGames Garantee they will have it?

[Redrider]

All Honesty, I'm new to this forum obviously, but how's the hype on PS3. Do you guys believe there will be a shortage of PS3, considering they are only mkaing 400,000 compared to a whopping 2 mil for nintendo Wii. Do you guys think that prices will skyrocket just like xbox360 did when that came out. Xbox360, in my honest opinion, wasn't all that great. Games came out that didn't even show it's potential. One game I did like, is fightnight. Great game, shows all that the graphics can display. So really, pour on ur comments.

Ok here is a little help with some perspectives:

· 400K units available for launch in NA (Canada and the US) November 17th.
· 1.2M more before the end of the year (some of this amount will not make it to the stores).
· Rampant FUD about 200K for launch only (Sony has not announced any reductions and no reliable website is supporting this).
· A pre-order is a pre-order…….who cares when you get one as long as it guarantees to get you one on launch day without camping out.
· Sony has yet to announce a complete listing of all titles for the launch (remember that all launch titles will not be available day one, but they should all be available by Christmas).
· Sony has a press conference / event that is scheduled for October 18.


Welcome to the forum!

[YOUNGSTARS87]

Can EBGAMES/Gamestop Garantee that they will have systems at launch date, because I know that best buy/circuit city/toys r us, will definitly have it. I'm wondering can EBGames Garantee they will have it?

YES.

I have a friend who is a manager and has confirmed to me that EB Games will definitely be doing pre-orders they are only waiting to get the SPECIFIC number of systems.

Why?

So they can set there computer system to only accept the SET number of pre-orders. So basically if they have 5 per store than by the 5th one the pre-order system will shutdown and the cashier or manager won't be able to pre-order a 6th or any more.

They are doing this because last year was a COMPLETE mess and they got in a bit of a mess when launch day came and many were left with nothing.

Hope this answers your question.


Oh yeah for those saying 400,000 is coming out my friend (manager of EB) was at the conference and said that there were a couple of defects so that number dwindled down a bit. He also said Sony are acting very unprofessional not giving any big details and being very vague. He said Microsoft and nintendo gave them huge bundles as gifts but Sony just gave them two best sellers each.. lol.


Funny even though he's a buddy he still won't give me the green light for a PS3, he's making me work just as hard as everybody else to get a pre-order:mad:

[Redrider]

YES.

I have a friend who is a manager and has confirmed to me that EB Games will definitely be doing pre-orders they are only waiting to get the SPECIFIC number of systems.

Why?

So they can set there computer system to only accept the SET number of pre-orders. So basically if they have 5 per store than by the 5th one the pre-order system will shutdown and the cashier or manager won't be able to pre-order a 6th or any more.

They are doing this because last year was a COMPLETE mess and they got in a bit of a mess when launch day came and many were left with nothing.

Hope this answers your question.


Oh yeah for those saying 400,000 is coming out my friend (manager of EB) was at the conference and said that there were a couple of defects so that number dwindled down a bit. He also said Sony are acting very unprofessional not giving any big details and being very vague. He said Microsoft and nintendo gave them huge bundles as gifts but Sony just gave them two best sellers each.. lol.


Funny even though he's a buddy he still won't give me the green light for a PS3, he's making me work just as hard as everybody else to get a pre-order:mad:


Ok how good of a friend is he if he can’t get you one? So Sony did not grease their palms with as much “free bees” so he is disappointed? Did he say specifically what they gave him? How many times have people walked into or called EB/Gamestop asking about the PS3 only to get negative and miss-leading info? Gee if you where Sony how many units would you allocate them? Funny how that the slightest negative rumor about Sony is splashed all over the internet but no one else is talking about this but EB/Gamestop employees?? :???:

[filthman]

The numbers look about right. They will have a few more in each store than they did for 360.

Don't kid yourselves, there will be preorders but they will be limited. If a store gets 20 units on launch, 5-10 will be preorder and the rest walk ins.

To keep everything for launch would be stupid as the chaos that could ensue would be poor PR for the store(s) and Sony. If by chance nobody allows preorders then expect stores to hand out tickets or wristbands. That way when the allocation is up, everyone can move on and avoid fighting and shootings. :2gun:

Funny thing about the 360 shortage was Microsoft did a launch party down at The Guvernment (Toronto, Canada) and I was (and anyone who kept tabs on things) able to attend. At that party, Future Shop had about 150 units to sell. By the end of the night they had many left and allowed us to buy more than one. It was a joke! I remember driving home at 1:00 a.m. to see poor souls lining up at Best Buy. I pulled up and said "Does anyone want a 360?" They were dumbfounded when I said to look in my back seat.

Anyhow, some Blockbuster stores in the GTA have started preorder lists. The store I frequent in Ajax was doing it tonight. I was 5th on the list. The manager said that they had a conference call on Wednesday and are awaiting final allocation numbers from Sony. She said Sony is being a pain in the ass about everything. She said the fact that production only recently started may be a factor and that Sony may have to announce fewer numbers for North America. Anyhow, she expected roughly the same allocation as the 360 which is 10 units per store. She said Blockbuster Canada received 450 360s for launch day last year to sell. When Sony releases the numbers, people will be called and it will be first come first served. No deposit RATHER you must pay in full.

Talked to a very good and knowledgable Best Buy manager. He expects a small preorder campaign similar to the 360 preorder campain which was 10-20 units per store. He said more will be available for preorder on their website when the time comes.

Similar story from Future Shop. There will be a preorder campaign once they get their numbers.

Finally, Rogers Video stores will have 5-10 units per store on launch day. First come, first served.

I wouldn't waste my time with EB as the company is run by a bunch of incapable idiots.

Bottom Line: Preorders from the big boys will be limited but will happen once confirmed allocation is revealed from Sony.

Can Sony screw up this launch any further? What the hell have they been doing since E3 2005? They should have been ready with bells on like Nintendo. And don't give me the technology is complicated response. THEY HAVE HAD A VERY LONG TIME TO GET THIS TOGETHER!

[airupthere23]

Is Sam's Club really getting the PS3 on launch date? I kind of find this a little hard to believe for some reason.

[Redrider]

Is Sam's Club really getting the PS3 on launch date? I kind of find this a little hard to believe for some reason.

I don't think so, and someone said Sears was going to have some too. :shock:

[mavsman4457]

How long ago did FYE start taking preorders? I just found out that there are several FYE's near me and I hope I can get on the list of one of them.

[ekb24]

Sam's Club had X360 on launch day so I am assuming they will have PS3... plus it is a Wal-Mart company and Wal Mart will most likely get more units than anybody. The problem with Sam's Club is..
A. You need a membership get into the store, and..
B. Business members are allowed in at 7am so don't even think about getting one if you have to wait until their normal store hours at 10am. You're better off at WalMart.

[ekb24]

The FYE's near me have been taking pre-orders for a LONG TIME. I didn't get one because when I found out and went they had all the pre-orders done for launch and could get me a pre-order but couldn't guarantee when I'd get it.

[ekb24]

My friend's brother works at Sears and he said that they are not doing pre-orders and Sears will be lucky if Sony sends them any at Launch.

What about KB Toys?

[YOUNGSTARS87]

Ok how good of a friend is he if he can’t get you one?

He's a good friend he just doesn't believe in under handing customers he is really loyal to his work... yes, wierd. Really sucks.....


So Sony did not grease their palms with as much “free bees” so he is disappointed?

Yes he was, just like anybody would be if they didn't get a big bundle and got a couple best sellers (oh and for those who don't know best sellers = cheap gift)


Did he say specifically what they gave him?

He said they gave him two crappy best sellers and he was pissed about it.


How many times have people walked into or called EB/Gamestop asking about the PS3 only to get negative and miss-leading info?

I don't know, good question, make a poll about it.


Gee if you where Sony how many units would you allocate them?

If I were Sony I would of planned better and would have had many more systems out at launch. So everybody's problems would be solved.


Funny how that the slightest negative rumor about Sony is splashed all over the internet but no one else is talking about this but EB/Gamestop employees?? :???:

So let me get this straight, because my friend who is a EB manager said Sony was dropping the ball because of all the well seen reasons you accuse him of buying into punch-less internet rumors?

Again he was at the conference and just relayed all the information to me. He just like me is AVID Sony supporters. He was disappointed in the direction and the careless actions they have been sprouting out, just like any REAL supporter would.

Do you normally jump to conclusions all the time or is this a first?


P.S.

Oh yeah another one of his big disappointments was the Sony is going to make you pay to play the PS3 in all retailer locations. He said they will have a PS3 set up in november and anyone can play it but they have to pay for a "Sony Play Card" (something like that) which you have to swipe in the machine to gain playing access. This is absurd and really disappointing by Sony...

I can't wait to secure mine and get out of this madness...

[msdstc]

any news on the wal-mart pre-orders? I want to camp out there, but if they're taking preorders it would take away some chances... anyone know if circuit city recieves any units?

[ekb24]

circuit city will not be taking pre orders

[ekb24]

You guys are aware that toysrus.ca has pre orders right?

[Redrider]

He's a good friend he just doesn't believe in under handing customers he is really loyal to his work... yes, wierd. Really sucks.....

Cool.........

Yes he was, just like anybody would be if they didn't get a big bundle and got a couple best sellers (oh and for those who don't know best sellers = cheap gift)

Humm........I have been to many "trade shows" and was happy to get anything (could just be me).

He said they gave him two crappy best sellers and he was pissed about it.

Best sellers like games?

I don't know, good question, make a poll about it.



If I were Sony I would of planned better and would have had many more systems out at launch. So everybody's problems would be solved.

true, but you have to take in consideration the product they are trying to launch.

So let me get this straight, because my friend who is a EB manager said Sony was dropping the ball because of all the well seen reasons you accuse him of buying into punch-less internet rumors?

Sorry, seems like it (my bad).

Again he was at the conference and just relayed all the information to me. He just like me is AVID Sony supporters. He was disappointed in the direction and the careless actions they have been sprouting out, just like any REAL supporter would.

Do you normally jump to conclusions all the time or is this a first?

I did not mean for my post to sound that way..........


P.S.

Oh yeah another one of his big disappointments was the Sony is going to make you pay to play the PS3 in all retailer locations. He said they will have a PS3 set up in november and anyone can play it but they have to pay for a "Sony Play Card" (something like that) which you have to swipe in the machine to gain playing access. This is absurd and really disappointing by Sony...

Get the F out of town.........this is really hard to believe (just a comment)!

I can't wait to secure mine and get out of this madness...

So you Came to this forum only to get pre-order info?

[Redrider]

You guys are aware that toysrus.ca has pre orders right?

Since when??? five word min.

[YOUNGSTARS87]

Originally Posted by YOUNGSTARS87 http://www.ps3forums.com/images/aria/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://www.ps3forums.com/showthread.php?p=641107#post641107)
He's a good friend he just doesn't believe in under handing customers he is really loyal to his work... yes, wierd. Really sucks.....

Cool.........

Cool? Hardly...


Yes he was, just like anybody would be if they didn't get a big bundle and got a couple best sellers (oh and for those who don't know best sellers = cheap gift)

Humm........I have been to many "trade shows" and was happy to get anything (could just be me).

I guess he was expecting more since all the other console giants gave out big bundles, can you blame him? Especially since it's his supportering company.

Sometimes people settle for less, don't be one of those people.


He said they gave him two crappy best sellers and he was pissed about it.

Best sellers like games?

Yes, two best seller video games. You know the 19.99 ones you see in the big tub in Wal-mart. (j/k)


I don't know, good question, make a poll about it.



If I were Sony I would of planned better and would have had many more systems out at launch. So everybody's problems would be solved.

true, but you have to take in consideration the product they are trying to launch.

I took that into consideration and I will repeat myself.

If I WERE Sony I would of planned BETTER. If they planed better there would have been shortages.

So let me get this straight, because my friend who is a EB manager said Sony was dropping the ball because of all the well seen reasons you accuse him of buying into punch-less internet rumors?

Sorry, seems like it (my bad).

We're good.

Again he was at the conference and just relayed all the information to me. He just like me is AVID Sony supporters. He was disappointed in the direction and the careless actions they have been sprouting out, just like any REAL supporter would.

Do you normally jump to conclusions all the time or is this a first?

I did not mean for my post to sound that way..........

We're good...


P.S.

Oh yeah another one of his big disappointments was the Sony is going to make you pay to play the PS3 in all retailer locations. He said they will have a PS3 set up in november and anyone can play it but they have to pay for a "Sony Play Card" (something like that) which you have to swipe in the machine to gain playing access. This is absurd and really disappointing by Sony...

Get the F out of town.........this is really hard to believe (just a comment)!

Seriously... When he told me I nearly knocked down the EA Sports booth. Why the hell should people pay just to play?

They should SERIOUSLY consider dropping that approach! Just think of how many gamers that would take offense to this!


I can't wait to secure mine and get out of this madness...

So you Came to this forum only to get pre-order info?

See there you go again jumping to conclusions. Actually I was looking for a good PS3 site and stumbled here. Looked around for a couple of days and decided to post.

Trust me if I just wanted to get pre-order information I wouldn't have registered to join the forum. I would of just done what the other 100+ people are doing. Watch as a guest.

Give me some kind a credit.

Trust me I'm not that bad you just got to give me a chance :2gun:

[Redrider]

Trust me I'm not that bad you just got to give me a chance :2gun:

No again I was just asking a question........

[YOUNGSTARS87]

Well if that's the case I'm sure I'm not the only persons who's been offended by your "questions" if that is the format at which you ask them.

[Coryphaeus]

You guys are aware that toysrus.ca has pre orders right?

http://www.toysrus.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=2501686#games

Where?

[koncise]

http://www.toysrus.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=2501686#games

Where?

well he said .ca .. but i still dont see anywhere to "add to cart" or anything

http://www.toysrus.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&catalogId=10054&langId=-1&productId=87083&N=26+&nvalue=26

[ReFleX62]

AudioCubes started taking preorders for a premium price of $800.

http://www.audiocubes.com/category/Gadgets,+Games_Game+Consoles/product/Sony_PS3_Play_Station_3_60GB_Premium_Model.html?re f=78&affiliate_banner_id=1

will this gaurentee me one on or before nov 17? i dont see anything too trustworthy to spend 840$ on...

[squibkickz]

will the japanese games systems play the usa games? or is it a big hassle???

[GrayFox9593]

any news on the wal-mart pre-orders? I want to camp out there, but if they're taking preorders it would take away some chances... anyone know if circuit city recieves any units?

Circuit city recives them, you have to call your local store and see if they are getting any, how would we know? Your the one that lives there ask them.

Walmart does not do pre orders.


will the japanese games systems play the usa games? or is it a big hassle???

There is no region lock on the Japaneese or American systems as far as anyone knows.

[ekb24]

In response to there is no add to cart at the toysrus.ca website, you actually have to go get the pre order at the store but they are doing them and advertising them on the website. US Toysrus are not doing preorders.

walmart.com IS doing preorders just not yet. I dont know about the actual store.

[Redrider]

In response to there is no add to cart at the toysrus.ca website, you actually have to go get the pre order at the store but they are doing them and advertising them on the website. US Toysrus are not doing preorders.

walmart.com IS doing preorders just not yet. I dont know about the actual store.

Did someone with toys-R-Us with some level of credibility say this (just asking, no flames here).?

[StrifeTribal]

I just called my local EBgames like 2 minutes ago and asked "Do you know when you will be able to take preorders?"
"As of right now theres no preorder date at EBgames. This is due to we don't know how many PS3 units we are going to get and there is no date provided."

HOPEFULLY SOON! They will take preorders till then... I'ma talk to them as much as I can till they say "ye--" and before they can even say yeah, put down 50 bucks. Please... let the preorders happen SOON!

[YOUNGSTARS87]

I just called my local EBgames like 2 minutes ago and asked "Do you know when you will be able to take preorders?"
"As of right now theres no preorder date at EBgames. This is due to we don't know how many PS3 units we are going to get and there is no date provided."

HOPEFULLY SOON! They will take preorders till then... I'ma talk to them as much as I can till they say "ye--" and before they can even say yeah, put down 50 bucks. Please... let the preorders happen SOON!

Yep, this confirms what my friend told me..

Lol, I said this and was attacked....

[TwinsPoppa]

will this gaurentee me one on or before nov 17? i dont see anything too trustworthy to spend 840$ on...

This is not the first time they had this offer. They stopped until they were guaranteed more stock. When I pre-ordered previously from them:

- They confirmed that they are only taking pre-orders in the amount that they will actually have on hand
- They confirmed my number in the pre-order line
- They confirmed that they would ship in the order they received pre-orders
- They confirmed that as long as Sony launches the PS3 there on Nov. 11 on time that they would ship it then.
- They could not guarantee that it would be Nov. 17 but EMS from Japan I think is about 5 - 7 days. So, I doubt it would be the 17th but definitely only a few days after.

Myself personally I'm not worried that this is a scam site. I've received very quick responses to any and all questions I had.

[TwinsPoppa]

will the japanese games systems play the usa games? or is it a big hassle???

I thinks it's pretty much confirmed that with PS3 games it won't matter. However, backwards compatability with NA PS2 & PS games has not been cofimred yet - that I know of. I contacted SCEA and they said it should but could not confirm it. I contacted SCEJ and am awaiting a response confirming this very thing.

If it doesn't, oh well, I still have my trusty PS2 :D

[StrifeTribal]

I'm just going to wait it out for preorders at EBgames... ordering from Japan... yikes:P.

[iLLuSionS]

lol, thats just jokes... ordering from Japan is pretty much the same as asking a guy from Canada to order OR ebay.

[renegadevikingPS3]

will the japanese games systems play the usa games? or is it a big hassle???


Oh yeah, they really, really want to play Madden NFL 07 NBA 07, and MLB 07, English GTA. PS3 games should have language select for any game by now.

Awswer: yeah --- why?

[razorblade416]

Just got off the phone with EB Games here in Knoxville, Tennessee. I asked if he had gotten any new news on PS3 preorders. He said no. So I said "really? ok, the rumor has been that we get new information on Oct. 10th, so is this not correct? And he said "no"

Doesen't it say something on the EB site about information coming the 10th? :?

[StrifeTribal]

I just looked around on EB's site... Nothing. just can sign up to learn when the preorder comes out *theres no date*.

That sucks... you guys got me all hyped up!

[TwinsPoppa]

lol, thats just jokes... ordering from Japan is pretty much the same as asking a guy from Canada to order OR ebay.

What exactly do you mean by that? So, buying a Japanese 60GB PS3 for $800 is like buying a NA 60GB PS3 on eBay for $2000?!

[StrifeTribal]

Or... you wait for preorders in America/Canada... and its going to be cheaper heehee...

[TwinsPoppa]

Or... you wait for preorders in America/Canada... and its going to be cheaper heehee...

Dang ... double post. can't delete.

[TwinsPoppa]

Or... you wait for preorders in America/Canada... and its going to be cheaper heehee...

Or you do both .. which is what I'm planning. However, most people's chance of getting a NA PS3 at launch (which I assume is their purpose) is not very good - which I don't think anyone would disagree with.

[ekb24]

In response to if I have any credible source from Toys R Us Canada tell me about the pre-orders... IT IS ON THEIR ACTUAL WEBSITE. I dont care if you believe me or not because I don't live in Canada so I can't get one but I was trying to help those of you in Canada out. I was doing some searching online last night and found a PS3 pre-order tracker and it had Toysrus.ca on there with an image of the pre-order ticket you take to the register.

Apparantly they've been doing pre-orders for some time now.

[sonyfan6]

The online preordering is going to get very few units for EBGames/Gamestop. Most units will go to stores. I talked with one of the guys at EBGames. He told me that it was looking like they were not going to do preorders at all, but now it seems like they will start taking preorders, probably not this coming week, but the one after that. He pretty much said, just call or stop in and keep asking, they don't mind.

I also asked about how many units they were going to receive and the educated guess was 10. (This is a college town store in the US for those who care about demographics it got 25 360s at launch.) I also mentioned some of the stuff on this thread, about how some stores were letting employees get first pick and then selling on ebay as a form of bonus. He said that was firmly against EBGame policy and was a firable offense under the company's fraud agreement. He even went so far as to say that the employees probably weren't going to be able to get a ps3 at all until all preorders are filled and there are units sitting on the shelf.

Moral of the story is what I've been saying all along. Find a local shop that you trust and wait to go through them. That's going to be your best chance of getting a system at launch. Even if you don't get one right at launch though, at least Sony is going to keep sending out units, unlike xbox which had no additional units until the next quarter.

Oh, the guy at the store also said that there were going to be no bundles as corporate policy. The online site might have bundles but the stores are not allowed to sell bundles. The online store will not get that many units though, which is why they can afford to put together packages with big discounts.

[GrayFox9593]

I talked w/ somoene at GameStop today and they said they are expecting 10-15 systems but not sure how accurate he is on that. I asked them when are they going to call people for reserves, the day they find out they can reserve them or the day before? He said the day the find out they can take pre orders they will start calling people that morn on the reserved game list in a random order. He said they will not even know until that morn so that it is fair and that no employes can get any before the costomers. I asked if he heard anything on a pre order date yet and he said nothing for certin yet but he did thow out a date of the 21st of this month, he said keep checking every week and he suspected something around the day of the 21st. Not sure if he was just throwing that out there or trying to give me a hint. Im sure the regional managers and perhaps the store managers have more info but I really think the behind the counter staff are as clueless as we are as far as the pre order date.

This was in Portland Maine.

[iLLuSionS]

uhm, im pretty sure we Canadians dont need TOO much help from Americans bout preorder ;).

I think its more abhout how each company does their things... ie... Toyrus CND and US think differently and we have preorder, you dont. Also, that preorder thing was bout... a year old.

Uhm, theres also something call being lucky... ie... ebay something back for cheaper than retail. OR you can just get one of your fellow Canadians to help you out (for a small fee, still cheaper than getting from Japan)

OR you can not get one, and wait.

[MiDNiGHTS]

For those of you that are wondering, the PS3 will play all games no matter what region the system or game is in. JP and NA are in the same Blu-ray region so a Japanese system will play your North American movies and vice versa. For PS2 and PS1 games though there are still region locks unfortunately.

[GrayFox9593]

uhm, im pretty sure we Canadians dont need TOO much help from Americans bout preorder ;).



Thats why I didnt post this in the Canadian thread. I think your a little confused as far as what thread your in.

[mavsman4457]

Boo yah! I just preordered today at FYE after I found out that there were a bunch of them in my area. I am number 11 on the list and I'm in for a 60gig so I am borderline for getting one on the first shipment. At the latest I will get it by my birthday.

[GrayFox9593]

Boo yah! I just preordered today at FYE after I found out that there were a bunch of them in my area. I am number 11 on the list and I'm in for a 60gig so I am borderline for getting one on the first shipment. At the latest I will get it by my birthday.

where do you live?


Oh speaking of FYE I saw something really werid today. I went into FYE while in the mall and ALL the PS2 games were GONE, the whole shelf was just removed. Nothing but Xbox,360 and Game cube games on the floor. Im not sure whats going on with that.

[coreyh]

OKAY OKAY

so apparently there are people on other forums 1up and (sigh) gamespot talking about packets being sent to gamestop stores that contain pre-order material and that pre-orders will start soon. i did call my local store and was told that there were going to be preorders, just not sure when.

i'm really following every rumor to the end because I really don't want to camp.

anyone else hear anything about this?

[MiDNiGHTS]

OKAY OKAY

so apparently there are people on other forums 1up and (sigh) gamespot talking about packets being sent to gamestop stores that contain pre-order material and that pre-orders will start soon. i did call my local store and was told that there were going to be preorders, just not sure when.

i'm really following every rumor to the end because I really don't want to camp.

anyone else hear anything about this?

There have been supposed employee reports of how pre-order material coming in so it could be true. As far as when it will happen is a total mystery.

[coreyh]

^^^
good to know i'm not the only one. thanks.

maybe we'll have something here.

[icerado]

where do you live?


Oh speaking of FYE I saw something really werid today. I went into FYE while in the mall and ALL the PS2 games were GONE, the whole shelf was just removed. Nothing but Xbox,360 and Game cube games on the floor. Im not sure whats going on with that.

weird i would've said maybe they were doing some inventory to find out ps sales but that wouldn't explain the xbox/cube games on the floor...i guess i'm gonna call fye tomorrow sometime to check my spot on the list and see what they have to say about the whole situation...hopefully something more useful then we don't know when?

[mavsman4457]

I live in the Boston area and I was surprised that I was so high on the preorder list considering that they've been taking preorders for so long. I wish I had known earlier that I am so close to lots of FYE's.

[playstationjunkie]

yeah i noticed that FYE took pre orders with the 360 at the mall near me. i never even checked if the same one was doing it for ps3 because that would have been a really good option for me if i could of gotten near the top of the list, other than that im camping.

[Redrider]

yeah i noticed that FYE took pre orders with the 360 at the mall near me. i never even checked if the same one was doing it for ps3 because that would have been a really good option for me if i could of gotten near the top of the list, other than that im camping.

I think it’s great that members on this forum are getting pre-orders from FYE, but is it just me that thinks that they are taking a hell of a lot them when all the other retail chains are being ultra conservative?:confused:

[GrayFox9593]

I think it’s great that members on this forum are getting pre-orders from FYE, but is it just me that thinks that they are taking a hell of a lot them when all the other retail chains are being ultra conservative?:confused:


Id rather be told I cant preorder one yet then to get a pre order and no system. EB/GS learned from the 360 disaster, they are not making that same mistake again. I hope that everyone here that has ordered from FYE does not actually think they will have a console waiting for them on Nov 17th

I just called the FYE at the mall in portland and they are not taking pre orders. They did before but from what Ive been told those are void due to the shortage's of the system. Looks like as far as Maine is concerned its just EB/GS doing pre orders.

[Redrider]

Id rather be told I cant preorder one yet then to get a pre order and no system. EB/GS learned from the 360 disaster, they are not making that same mistake again. I hope that everyone here that has ordered from FYE does not actually think they will have a console waiting for them on Nov 17th

I just called the FYE at the mall in portland and they are not taking pre orders. They did before but from what Ive been told those are void due to the shortage's of the system. Looks like as far as Maine is concerned its just EB/GS doing pre orders.

This is exactly my point, like and want to PS3 for the right reasons, and avoid getting frustrated and pissed off because you thought you had one locked in for launch. Man I would be really pissed if I had a pre-order (paid in full) and the retailer told me that my order was cancelled and my pre-order money was going to be redeemed in store credits only! I would probably do $600 of damage, declare “credits” redeemed and walk out of the store! :bang: :argue :lol: :lol:

[chflee]

Lurker, now a poster.....Just called 10 FYE in the Washington D.C. area...

4 out of 10 said no MORE pre-orders.
2 out of 10 said yes, but not guaranteed on launch day.
2 out of 10 said yes, but no delivery until 2007.
2 out of 10 said call back tomorrow.

Hope this helps, but it still sucks!

[deejay8595]

"On Friday, October 6 I went to my local EB Games and asked the manager (during school hours - so I'm guessing he may have been 20 something) if he had any info on PS3 preorders.

His response:
"We just had our managers meeting and there will definitely be preorders. There will be ONE day of national preorders. Nobody knows exactly what that day is, it will be handed down from our corporate office and the information will be in our computers. But, it should be in the next few days. Sometime between Saturday and Monday. This WILL be a national event and all EB/GS stores in the country should be taking preorders on that one, and only that one, day. First come, first serve. One PS3 per home address will be allowed and will be verified through our computer system."

For all of those waiting for Monday, I would definitely start with the phone calls right now to see if you get any nibbles from stores. The calls will be thick I'm sure and stores will be going crazy with those calls, so I imagine corporate will want to make this come through sooner rather than later so that the stores aren't constantly bombarded for the next month with phone calls about the rumor of a preorder sale.

Hopefully, someone who calls at night, or before a store opens will start a NEW topic and put it in all caps that "PREORDERS TODAY OCTOBER XX @ EB/GS!!!" when they find out.

I already called and was told that there is no updated info for PS3/Wii in their computer system so today, Saturday, October 7, is not the day.

Oh - and it will be PS3 and Wii preorders."

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=730582&page=8&pp=30

[FATAL VISI0N]

I already called and was told that there is no updated info for PS3/Wii in their computer system so today, Saturday, October 7, is not the day.

Oh - and it will be PS3 and Wii preorders."

Neither is Sunday, clerk had nothing to say but when I pre-ordered a game last week, and weeks before that I have always been told to call back dailey!!

[$_KD_]

when are the ps3 games coming out? because i want to be ready as soon as i get my ps3. that way i dont have to deal with the mess! and yes im going to camp out for the ps3, you only live once why not right?

[Mika Mo 25]

I'm going to call, but I might just go pre-order Motor Storm and Resistance as well as Zelda for the Wii later on today. Oh ya and guys I don't know if you have seen this but in the Wii section this guy said that the date for pre-orders for the Wii would be on October 9th. He has been credible on his other inside news in the past so you can take with that what you want. So if the pre-order date is going to be with the Wii and Playstation 3 then I would assume if everything is right tomarrow would be the day for pre-orders at EB Games and Gamestop. Everything seems to be fitting into place, but with how things have been going lately who knows. Just wanted to get that out there though.

[$_KD_]

I'm going to call, but I might just go pre-order Motor Storm and Resistance as well as Zelda for the Wii later on today. Oh ya and guys I don't know if you have seen this but in the Wii section this guy said that the date for pre-orders for the Wii would be on October 9th. He has been credible on his other inside news in the past so you can take with that what you want. So if the pre-order date is going to be with the Wii and Playstation 3 then I would assume if everything is right tomarrow would be the day for pre-orders at EB Games and Gamestop. Everything seems to be fitting into place, but with how things have been going lately who knows. Just wanted to get that out there though.

hopefully your right, im going to have to call the sony store to see if they are pre-ordering! i have a good question, if the sony stores from the outlets give out percentages off items, like tv,radio,computers. if the ps3 was there would they give it cheaper?

[StrifeTribal]

Thats not good for me!:O. I'm Canadian... most of the stores are closed tomorrow... its thansgiving. :(((((( This sucks haha. Hope they make it tuesday.

[Stewie Skywalker]

I say call tomorrow and Tuesday and then see what happens next.

[StrifeTribal]

I agree with Stewie Skywalker.

Except for the tomorrow part... not going to help her... all EBgames are closed here... but. To call on Tuesday, for sure. And to call as much as possible until we all KNOW when preorders are coming out or if they ARE out heehee.

[Stewie Skywalker]

Thats right tomorrow is a holiday jeeze Louise what holiday is it I forget. I guess some kids gotta hope they still have spots open coming home from school.

[zerocool5468]

columbus day, closed for that. what a joke. they're worse than the banks.

[ReFleX62]

err there closed on colombus day!! i was gona call at 5:30 to see if they were taking pre-orders the 10th... guess ill just have to go in anyway...

[fsudamian]

I called my local gamestop, and they are not closed tomorrow.

[CivicFox]

10th preorder seems like a rumar, prolly not, hopfully i can get one this tuesday.

[Mika Mo 25]

Did anyone call in the U.S. and see if this rumor is true or not?

[fsudamian]

I called a little while ago and the guy seemed pretty annoyed and basically answered my question before I got it out. Says they have no new information.

[Haugenbaugh]

just preordered mine at fye. number 14 on the list they said im guarenteed on by christmas:DD

[Vipeme]

http://www.ps3portal.com/general/article/502.html

That article says that Gamestop (and EBGames) won't do ANY ps3 preorders. However, their site still says information coming soon.

[Tarlyn]

Well that article never actually quotes that dude as saying they wont do it......I think websites like to make up stuff.

[FrankieG889D]

http://www.ps3portal.com/general/article/502.html

That article says that Gamestop (and EBGames) won't do ANY ps3 preorders. However, their site still says information coming soon.
That was posted a while back, it's false information.

[RayMo]

October 3rd, doesn't seem too long ago.

[Ps3November17th]

preorders may start as early as today i have $50 ready just incase eb and gamestop start preorders they told me since i reordered games id get a call before handbut just to be safe ill call them at 9 am and keep you all posted.

[shibug]

Called GameStop today Oct 9th. No information on Pre-Order, asked to check back on Friday.

[FrankieG889D]

Same here, nothing. Maybe tomorrow! or Friday I guess.

[Cyrann]

Same here, nothing. Maybe tomorrow! or Friday I guess.


What time zone are you in?

[ride287]

called a bunch of stores and was even at opening of one to preorder resistance before class...same thing from all 6 stores called....no idea yet...this is getting rediculous...

[adamevex]

Well nothing going on at EB. Calling again tomorrow.

[RayMo]

Called my gamestop just now, they said call back later on tonight.

[saxman717]

My Gamestop told me to call back around noon for more details

[solinent]

Should I call, wait nevermind, I believe you guys about the noon thing. They're doing it today or tommorow. Tommorow is school for me. I hope I can get back home early enough to secure a PS3. I'll call EBgames, they're the same as gamespot, right? Times like this I wish I had a cell.

[saxman717]

EBGames rep said he got an email that they would be receiving preorder forms soon, and marketing (for preorders? not sure though...). Didn't know when exactly, said it would be soon.

Soiunds like the same old story. At least an official email confirmed that though.

[soldier one]

Well that article never actually quotes that dude as saying they wont do it......I think websites like to make up stuff.
That was back when the meeting was going on and he was saying that, gamespot also had it posted. Like i said he will more than likely change his mind, and well guess what he did. :)



My Gamestop told me to call back around noon for more details
I was about to call but i guess ill wait then. :)

All i know is its the second week of october and we still dont have pre orderrs, next thing we know it will be the last week of october.

[American Ninja]

Has anyone call Wal-Mart recently?:confused:

[majinvegeta]

*sigh*

more stories, I guess no pre-orders will happen anytime soon ><.

[PLAYstation3man]

Maybe I don't even need to call at 12:00. Hopefully you guys will call and just post up here and tell us if they're taking pre-orders.

This sucks, in Topeka Kansas (where I live) there is only one place taking pre-orders and that's fye.
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ps3 funds - $300
Untold Legends = paid
Tony Hawk's Project 8 = paid

[saxman717]

No preorder as of noon --- what a crock of BS --- just take the $#@!ing preorders

[Coness]

I talked to my EB and GS stores about an hour ago and still no word. I talked w/ someone from Game Crazy and he said that after the initial launch of 400K, they weren't getting anymore until March 07. In otherwords no more consoles / 2nd, 3rd, etc. waves until 07....! WTF....Is that true????? Can anyone confirm / deny????

[soldier one]

^Well sony said a certain amount before the end of 06 so i doubt no second shipment, i expect one just before christmas and then one after in january or febuary, then again i have no clue thats just suspecion so who knows.

[FrankieG889D]

That was back when the meeting was going on and he was saying that, gamespot also had it posted. Like i said he will more than likely change his mind, and well guess what he did. :)



I was about to call but i guess ill wait then. :)

All i know is its the second week of october and we still dont have pre orderrs, next thing we know it will be the last week of october.

At least time is passing by :p

[RayMo]

The suspense is really killing me. What state is everyone from by the way?

[Ramma2]

I called the local Gamestop, they said 100$ preorder from trade ins only, starting later this week/early next.

[Tornfanboy]

LOL no one would be dumb enough to trade in 100 dollars worth of stuff . Thats like 4-5 new games basicaly in trade ins (ps2/ xbox) to make 100 bucks

[BadAndy]

Well thats pretty dumb of them, Im gonna call them here shortly to see what repsonse I get. Thanks for the info, we are making progress!!!

[Coness]

LOL no one would be dumb enough to trade in 100 dollars worth of stuff . Thats like 4-5 new games basicaly in trade ins (ps2/ xbox) to make 100 bucks

No one would be dumb enough to spend 2000+ on a 360 at launch, but ppl still do it. Anyways, I digress...............!:rolleyes:

[BadAndy]

Its OFFICIAL, I just called my Gamestop near my house, THEY ARE TAKING PREORDERS!!! $100 down (trade in or cash) First come first serve. ONLY 16 preorders. This however does not guarantee a unit. Of course if you are within the first 4 or so your in pretty good shape for launch. You can put $100 toward either unit. I asked her if I could put it down for either/or she said No, either the 60gb or the 20gb. Not sure which one I have a better shot at getting. Eitherway, get to your gamestop by 10 AM tommorow morning!!!!!

[Cyrann]

Its OFFICIAL, I just called my Gamestop near my house, THEY ARE TAKING PREORDERS!!! $100 down (trade in or cash) First come first serve. ONLY 16 preorders. This however does not guarantee a unit. Of course if you are within the first 4 or so your in pretty good shape for launch. You can put $100 toward either unit. I asked her if I could put it down for either/or she said No, either the 60gb or the 20gb. Not sure which one I have a better shot at getting. Eitherway, get to your gamestop by 10 AM tommorow morning!!!!!

where do you live bro...do tell...

[RayMo]

WHen you say it's official, I feel like this aint tru for all places. Called 3 gamestops around here and they all denied it.

[FrankieG889D]

where do you live because its not official by me. (New York)
Edit: He lives in missorri as it says in his profile..

[saxman717]

Hoax? No word around here (NC)

[Cyrann]

Yeah, all of Ohio just told me to eff off pretty much..........

[FrankieG889D]

I dont think its a hoax.. how could he make up those numbers?

[RayMo]

Well I'm in NY also. I'm just really trying to find out when I can pre-order these ****t'ss

[saxman717]

I dont think its a hoax.. how could he make up those numbers?



LOL --- how old are you? Yeah, he came up with numbers so it MUST be true.....:rolleyes:

[Cyrann]

LOL --- how old are you? Yeah, he came up with numbers so it MUST be true.....:rolleyes:

I didn't want to be the one to break him the bad news.... thanks!

[BadAndy]

I live in Saint Louis Missouri. I just called them not 30 minutes ago. It is confirmed from them. Maybe not all stores are in touch yet. Try calling others in the area. I called them and they told me 16 preorders ONLY, $100 down does not guarantee a unit at launch. However i stated that being maybe first or 4th in line would put you in pretty good shape for Nov 17th. As I stated, I could only put $100 towards either the 60gb or the 20gb

[Coness]

I just talked w/ my local GS and they are going to have a conference call w/ their district mgrs this afternoon. My guess is that they know how many units they r getting allocated and will discuss how to do the pre-order. It's gonna happen SOON!!!!! I can feel it!

[BadAndy]

How old am I? 22, that shouldnt matter, lol. Im going to call 2 other places in the area to see if they are in agreement. oh and by the way, the lady I talked to at gamestop was the GM fo the store so I doubt her inaccuracy.

[FrankieG889D]

It shouldn't matter how old I am, I'm just saying it could be true, you dont have to believe it.

[FrankieG889D]

Its OFFICIAL, I just called my Gamestop near my house, THEY ARE TAKING PREORDERS!!! $100 down (trade in or cash) First come first serve. ONLY 16 preorders. This however does not guarantee a unit. Of course if you are within the first 4 or so your in pretty good shape for launch. You can put $100 toward either unit. I asked her if I could put it down for either/or she said No, either the 60gb or the 20gb. Not sure which one I have a better shot at getting. Eitherway, get to your gamestop by 10 AM tommorow morning!!!!!

Whoops, didn't read your entire post. Just read the first line and gave my local Gamestop a call, they have no new news.. so maybe ill try EBGames right now.

[BadAndy]

IM thinking of putting $100 towards each unit just incase I dont get one but can get the other. That is assuming the money is refundable.

[saxman717]

How old am I? 22, that shouldnt matter, lol. Im going to call 2 other places in the area to see if they are in agreement. oh and by the way, the lady I talked to at gamestop was the GM fo the store so I doubt her inaccuracy.

Not you, BadAndy --- thanks for sharing your news --- I was talking to the guy who said that since you gave numbers/details, then how could we possibly doubt you? See a few posts up...

[BadAndy]

Oh its ok saxman, no biggie :D

[BadAndy]

I bet though that if this is true, that like all game/movie releases. They come on tuesday. So quite possibly you will get an email tommorow or ebgames/gamestops website might be updated with the recent find.

[BadAndy]

UPDATE: I just called 2 more stores in the area. One of the said they were taking preorders, like the other. The third said they were waiting on a conference call and since they are within a different district they werent as informed yet. SO what this means is that whatever district your in, it just depends on which store knows first. Try calling every store within say 20 miles and check. But thus far I have a 100% confirmation. Furthermore, you are allowed 1 RESERVATION PER PERSON so you better hope that whatever unit you reserve, they have that unit. Just be sure to be at least in the top 3 and you are guaranteed a unit!!!

FINALLY THE WAIT IS OVER!!!

Oh and the lady said to call back later, so I recommend you call your stores, they should ALL know by the end of the day at the latest since tommorow is the first day of preoders. GET GOIN PPL!!!

[shibug]

Ok, I called my store again and asked them that is it $100 down for pre-order and are you taking pre-order tmrw?. He said that I am not sure about the pre-order date but I am sure we are taking $150 down for Pre-order cash/credit (by trade-ins). He thinks that it is this Friday they gonna take pre-order.

[RayMo]

Anyone else get confirmation besides him? We need more than one person confirming.

[BadAndy]

Interesting, my stores have all told me $100 down cash or trade in for a reservation. And its starting tommorow when they open. Not sure why yours is telling you $150 and with trade ins only? Maybe different districts are doing it differently based on that stores/districts financial situation or supply and demand.

[saxman717]

Just to make sure --- BadAndy --- these stores are confirming preorders starting *TOMORROW*, right? Not, like, "RIGHT NOW OMG NEED TO GET TO A $#@!ING STORE!!!!!!" ?

Just want to make sure it's starting tomorrow vs. NOW

Thanks:cool:

[shibug]

I meant $150 cash or $150 worth of trade-ins

[BadAndy]

Yes tommorow, meaning Tuesday October 9th. First come first serve. I am not making this up ppl. If I could upload the conversation I had with her on the phone I would. Just make sure to get to your local store first thing in the moring. However according to some of your stores, they dont know yet. Each district is going to have a conference call today. So ask them about that. They should know by the end of the day. Tuesdays are always big days for electronics stores so it would make sense that its starting tommorow. I dont want everyone to go to their local stores tommorow without calling first. PLEASE make sure your store is in agreeance with my store. As Ive said, 3 stores have confirmed this with me already. So its not just 1 guy making it up.

[didjamama]

Today is Monday the 9th you are meaning the 10th correct?

[coreyh]

Yes tommorow, meaning Tuesday October 9th. First come first serve. I am not making this up ppl. If I could upload the conversation I had with her on the phone I would. Just make sure to get to your local store first thing in the moring. However according to some of your stores, they dont know yet. Each district is going to have a conference call today. So ask them about that. They should know by the end of the day. Tuesdays are always big days for electronics stores so it would make sense that its starting tommorow. I dont want everyone to go to their local stores tommorow without calling first. PLEASE make sure your store is in agreeance with my store. As Ive said, 3 stores have confirmed this with me already. So its not just 1 guy making it up.

where are you located badandy?

i'm in st. louis and was curious what stores you had talked to.

[FrankieG889D]

Never mind this post, just a stupid post.

[BadAndy]

Today is Monday the 9th you are meaning the 10th correct?


Yes Im sorry the 10th, lol, a bit mixed up. As for which store I called for those who asked. The Maplewood store, the Galleria Store and the one on Manchester road.

[Coness]

I can confirm the conference call later this afternoon, but can only partially confirm that tomorrow is the day.....There's gonna be some crazy @ss Sh@# tomorrow morning!

[iLLuSionS]

lol, so still not canada.... damn.

[BadAndy]

I can confirm the conference call later this afternoon, but can only partially confirm that tomorrow is the day.....There's gonna be some crazy @ss Sh@# tomorrow morning!


thanks, at least now yall know Im not full of it, rofl. As for the start date for pre-orders I dont see why It wouldnt be tommorow. Tuesdays, like I said, are always big days. Just keep calling your local stores!

[coreyh]

HOLY CRAP!

called the EBGames here in St. Louis and they said tommorow.

[Vipeme]

WHAT THE HELL!? I saw what you guys were talking about and I jumped out of my chair. I called both EBGames and Gamestop by me and I said "are you taking preorders for the ps3?" both simply replied "no, we're not."

IDK what's going on. I can't expect them to just say no and have them take them tomorrow.

[ttech10]

HOLY CRAP!

called the EBGames here in St. Louis and they said tommorow.

Awesome, it's nice to hear confirmation on this. Hopefully one of my stores here can confirm this. I called one GameStop earlier and they had nothing but I can try two others later on.

[Talisman]

Dear Jesus, I think I'm hyperventilating! BadAndy, you are bad. :twisted: I read your initial post about getting out there and thought, omg, I've gotta go now! Everyone gave me funny looks as I tore out of the building like I was on fire! *Deeeep breath* Now that I've reread your posts I've gotta calm my self down. Oh well, I'm going to the bank asap and drawing out enough cash to cover the bases. I'd hate to get to the store tomorrow and learn that preorders were $_______ <---(arbitrary number) and find out I didn't bring enough with me. That would suck and would likely ruin the rest of the year as far as PS3s go. :pale

[BadAndy]

Yes ppl, like I said its up to the district manager. He is suppose to have a conference call with each of the stores and update them on what to do with preorders. So just keep calling. Many may be completly oblivious to the fact, but once that phone call comes in, its a green light. Just be patient and call them back today b4 they close.

[FrankieG889D]

BadAndy, when you said in a couple of posts back that they were taking 16 preorders that would have to mean that they are getting 16 PS3's on launch date because they only said they would take preorders for what they are getting in.

[coreyh]

I can confirm that the preorders are $100 cash
( or they guy also said trade-ins)

so cash or trade-ins.

I believe that everyone should call their gamestops and eb's later on tonight, the concensus says tommorow.

[tjbo1m]

Here are my results:

Gamestop #1: not yet, don't know when, but will

EB Games: Not yet, don't know when

Gamestop #2: have a meeting tonight to discuss that very thing, call back after 6pm EST to find out.

GS #2 also said that the meeting was specifically designated for this topic so I should call back as soon as possible because he thinks they may start tomorrow and I should get on the list as soon as possible.

I'm in the Lehigh Valley in Northeast Pa in case anybody wondered.

[BadAndy]

Dear Jesus, I think I'm hyperventilating! BadAndy, you are bad. :twisted: I read your initial post about getting out there and thought, omg, I've gotta go now! Everyone gave me funny looks as I tore out of the building like I was on fire! *Deeeep breath* Now that I've reread your posts I've gotta calm my self down. Oh well, I'm going to the bank asap and drawing out enough cash to cover the bases. I'd hate to get to the store tomorrow and learn that preorders were $_______ <---(arbitrary number) and find out I didn't bring enough with me. That would suck and would likely ruin the rest of the year as far as PS3s go. :pale


LOL I know what you mean. Im sitting here at work typing this, getting all worked up. I want to call someone but I dont know who?! Its like I won the lottery or something, jk. Im trying to call the g/f to remind her to set my alarm for 6:30 AM, Ive even thought about dragging her along to get her to preorder one as well so that both the 60gb and 20gb are covered, rofl. :mrgreen:

[Vipeme]

Can anyone in upstate NY confirm preorders. I read what you guys were talking about but eb and gs told me to **** myself. Are we basically waiting for each store to get a call?

[BadAndy]

BadAndy, when you said in a couple of posts back that they were taking 16 preorders that would have to mean that they are getting 16 PS3's on launch date because they only said they would take preorders for what they are getting in.


the lady just said "Im only taking 16 preorders" but that doesnt mean they are getting 16 units. She didnt know the exact number of units. She was probably telling me what her district manager told her. Im sure the number is more like 8 or so at most. Again just my guess.

[Vipeme]

Why would the number only be 8? During the 360 launch my gamestop said they were going to get 24 units and they launched less of them than ps3s.

[coreyh]

I still can't believed they said tommorow.

I'm so used to being shot down.

I've been looking on other forums and haven't seen this anywhere else.

Let's keep it that way ;)

[Talisman]

I still can't believed they said tommorow.

I'm so used to being shot down.

I've been looking on other forums and haven't seen this anywhere else.

Let's keep it that way :wink:


I know what you mean. It all feels very surreal...but I will definitely be out there before 10AM camping at EB's doorstep, hoping that few people in my area have heard the news...not that I don't want PS3 to succeed, or anything, I just want one at launch. People have my permission to get their preorders after I'm holding mine in my hands. :p


And for those who are overly serious with no sense of humor, I was just kidding. About that last part. Kind of. Maybe? :-D

[tjbo1m]

the guy that told me to call back at 6 was real sincere that he believed it was happening tonight. At first he suggested tomorrow morning, but quickly changed his mind and urged me to call tonight. It was actually pretty funny. He said it like 3 times.

[BadAndy]

Well its good to see some of you have contacted your stores to get confirmations and new info that supports my info. I will be posting a NEW THREAD tommorow entitled PS3 Pre-Order Reciepts. Just keep an eye out!!! :D Oh and any other questions feel free to ask me, Ill do what I can do answer them.

[Matticus2k]

I still can't believed they said tommorow.

I'm so used to being shot down.

I've been looking on other forums and haven't seen this anywhere else.

Let's keep it that way ;)

Actually it's all over the IGN PS3 general board. Other district managers have confirmed this. It appears to be a nationwide thing, but stores are still saying they don't know because they don't want the response to be crazy.

[BadAndy]

Oh well, now its just a race to the finish line.

[msdstc]

whoa sorry did I miss something... pre-orders start tommorow?! is that what you're saying?

[Don G.]

so we should expect to be able to preorder tomorrow morning?

[Vipeme]

When does Gamestop/Ebgames open?????? 10 A.M.?? Am I skipping school?

[jonesmm9]

nothing new from anywhere in portland, maine.

[BadAndy]

Yes, October 10th. Call your local stores and read above posting. My fingers are tired...

[tjbo1m]

whoa sorry did I miss something... pre-orders start tommorow?! is that what you're saying?


That's the word on the grape vine....but don't tell too man people. lol

[Coness]

Nope..Pre-orders in MN start 11/11....So if your in MN...go then....:twisted:

[msdstc]

Yes, October 10th. Call your local stores and read above posting. My fingers are tired...

alright I'm calling now I'll tel lyou their response... muchas gracias :) :)

[tjbo1m]

Nope..Pre-orders in MN start 11/11....So if your in MN...go then....:twisted:


wow, 11/11 seems very late to me.

[KnightRyder]

all 12 stores around me are saying they dont know still. but nevertheless i'll be at the store tomorrow morning :)

hayward,ca

[Cyrann]

wow, 11/11 seems very late to me.

HE is trying to trick you, so you wont go... muahaha

[tjbo1m]

HE is trying to trick you, so you wont go... muahaha


wow, I completely missed that. Tuche salesman.

(I don't know how to spell tuche, or tooche, or whatever it is.)

[BadAndy]

wow, 11/11 seems very late to me.


I agree, wtf is up with that. I think the guy is pulling your strings. I mean how can they get them 1 month after us here in MO. I dont see how MO gets priority over MN...bah!:2gun:

[ride287]

it all rides on this conference call...the guy just told me that they didnt receive it yet and it probably has nothing to do with ps3...i said get ready for a big surprise...i hope they get the news cause if not ill fell like an idiot...but im suped...i hope it tomorrow!

[Cyrann]

wow, I completely missed that. Tuche salesman.

(I don't know how to spell tuche, or tooche, or whatever it is.)

The correct spelling is touche...

Nice Family Guy quote though...

[Vipeme]

Why Couldn't It Start On A Saturday!?!?

[tjbo1m]

The correct spelling is touche...

Nice Family Guy quote though...


Thanks, now I know. And glad you liked it.

[ttech10]

So I think I'm going to call one of mine here at after 6 since someone else said that's when they were told to call theirs. But no matter what I'm showing up at GameStop tomorrow morning around 9:30 and praying they are starting here and noone else is there.

[BadAndy]

Just keep your fingers crossed, Im sure he's in for as much of a surprise as I am. When i called I was thinking, its just another tuesday, prolly nothing new. But I was wrong, dead wrong, thank god. Now I just have to beat the rush. I guess its a little extreme to camp out for a pre-order eh? lol

[msdstc]

ok I just called he said he's been recieving calls from people saying the same thing, I definatley want to go, but I don't wanna waste a trip, is there any way you can 100% confirm this?