Dear GAME, go fuck yourself

[T-004]

Yeah, fuck Game! And fuck all the poor fuckers employed by them,

Seriously!?!

I for one prefer Brick & Mortar stores, one because if you have any issues you can get an instant replacement & two because you have the option of trading in a few old games to contribute to the cost of the new game, because I don't know about anyone else but I cant afford to pay full retail most of the time.

plus the fact that the difference between street price and net price is usually no more than £3-4.

 

[Tufty94]

Wow, this thread exploded overnight. It had like 3 replies last time I checked.

I'm in a similar situation. I was going to preorder ME3 using gift cards because, frankly, I don't have the money otherwise. Then they don't stock it.

I'm going to basically sell my gift cards to friends for the exact same value, then use that money to preorder it from somewhere else.

Luckily I was able to do the same thing and I pre-ordered it at Shopto. It's cheaper and you get the N7 DLC with it so it actually worked out better for me.

I don't think they decided not to stock ME3 to spite you to be honest, it's not like it's their decision that a lot of developers think they're bastards.

I know they didn't do it to spite me, I was just very angry at the time and I had to let off some Steam, so I came here. Don't get me wrong, I'm still pissed off and I'm glad that they're probably going to end up bankrupt for the shit they've been doing since they've been a major retailer.

Also it's worth noting that the reason they aren't going to be stocking Mass Effect 3, or any EA titles during March for that matter, is because they're broke, or very close. If you're interested here's an article explaining the situation. http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2012-02-29-ea-pulls-releases-from-game-shelves-until-further-notice

Wait you actually still want to buy ME3?!

*shakes head* I guess it takes all kinds...

Why not? It looks amazing, from what I played I loved the demo, it's backed up by to amazing prequels. Probably my favourite franchise of this generation.

Though let me guess, you're all upset because of the DLC situation, or because it requires Origin? Neither of those I could give a shit about anyway.

EA are the jerks here they always are and any gamer that likes their games these days is a fool

Really? I'd say that you're the fool for disliking what will be a fantastic game because it's published by EA.

Can someone tell me why so many people hate this GAME store? I don't actually live in the UK myself but I've heard things about GAME but I'd like to understand the hatred better.

Also my local EB Games isn't much better. I went in to cancel my pre-order of ME 3 (at the time I decided to just get it online, now I'm never getting it) and the cashier person thing had the gall to tell me (now she said it in a very bitchy snotty tone) "well you're just going to pay for it more online" that's all I remember but she was very snotty about my decision to cancel my preorder

There's dozens of reasons. In my opinion though the worst reason it that they charge ridiculous prices for new games in the hope that you'll buy it pre-owned. They make more money that way. Also, with the exception of one of the stores close to me, the staff are stupid lazy pricks that wouldn't give a fuck if you were on fire.

GAME tried to make a deal. they know that ME3 will be a big seller regardless and asked to simply let them sell the game then they will repay EA when the sales roll in like a landslide.
EA in their infinite wisdom have said no to this and therefore have also shot themselves in the foot as alot of people rely on game stores still to get their games.

Actually, EA are saving themselves. Game asked for free stock and said that they would have paid them back when a) they're fucking broke b) they advertise pre-owned games over new copies.

It pisses me off that this happened, but I really don't blame game for it

I Just had to get over the fact I might have to wait a little longer, is all.

Then who's fault is it that they're going broke?

Yeah, fuck Game! And fuck all the poor fuckers employed by them,

Seriously!?!

I for one prefer Brick & Mortar stores, one because if you have any issues you can get an instant replacement & two because you have the option of trading in a few old games to contribute to the cost of the new game, because I don't know about anyone else but I cant afford to pay full retail most of the time.

plus the fact that the difference between street price and net price is usually no more than £3-4.

Yeh, fuck Game for the shit they do and Fuck most of their employees for being cunts. With the exception of the Broughton Shopping Park store. If anyone from there is reading this then I'm sorry that you're probably going to loose your job.

 

[Conza]

So when I went to Game to go pre-order Mass Effect 3 I put the money on a gamecard, make it easy when I went to buy it. Now I find out that they're no longer going to be able to supply Mass Effect 3, so yeh, I'm done with you unreliable motherfuckers.

Ok, there's two scenarios here, one where they are at fault, and one where you're at fault.

scenario 1. You pre-ordered Mass Effect 3 ages ago, and they tell you not that they can't supply it - your outrage is justified, they are in the wrong, you should get a refund and go try pre-ordering it from another store (if possible, might have to be the second or even third batch at most).

scenario 2. You went to pre-order it, like, within the last 4-6 weeks, and they said 'yeah, we won't have it for ages' which you took to mean they'll never have it - your outrage is completely unjustified, early bird gets the worm and you weren't early enough, again, try another store, possible a GAME store because you've got GAME money (it seems), and get in on the second or third batches.

 

[Clive Howlitzer]

They did you the favor of not having to play Mass Effect 3 though. You should be thanking them!

 

[Adiona]

Got my refund back on my debit card, got the extra £5 points and then went to Grainger Games and pre ordered the collectors edition from there. Only reason I'm going in store is because of where I live, only my neighbours and myself have a front door key to the building. Sooooo if I miss it getting delivered they take it back to the post office and I have to wait 24 hours maybe 48 to go pick it up.

They seem to have stopped leaving any small parcels at the store next door....lazy pricks.

>.>

 

[Charli]

I am saddened only by the fact that the GAME store I worked in was run by a great manager and the staff were always friendly and knowledgeable (and we usually had the best sales in the group), but are paying the price of it's head office being bad at business. I have been in other GAME stores and been horrified by the drop in standards.

But yeah the one near me is a rarity I think. I see GAME going down the shitter and I can only lament for the people that worked there and actually cared.
No longer in employ at GAME because of new location difficulties but I will remember my time there fairly positively (Call of Duty launch days can politely go f- themselves).

We seriously tried everything to make up for the deals (we knew they were lousy and had to have pep talks before starting to improve moral and try to just keep the customer happy). We even all came in, dressed in random costumes and it was great how much positive response was given. But yeah other stores around the country have been a real downer, half asleep barely-non teens with a really 'whatever dude' personality.

 

[Caedus]

Those fuckers just sent me the worst email I've ever seen.

I preordered Mass Effect 3 Collector (Xbox 360) and they just told me to go fuck myself because they don't have any copies left.

Oh well, I'll try to find one on eBay or Amazon.co.uk in july or something.

 

[The Pinray]

I think that really sucks mostly for the folks that pre-ordered the Collector's Edition. Those things are now near impossible to find. That is some serious bullshit.

 

[svenjl]

Dude, go to Amazon. Cheaper, and better service. And yes, fuck Game. Fuck 'em with a rusty stick.

A rusty metal "stick"?

 

[Salad Is Murder]

Dude, go to Amazon. Cheaper, and better service. And yes, fuck Game. Fuck 'em with a rusty stick.

A rusty metal "stick"?

I know, right? That's hot.

I dunno, I do most of my online business with Amazon, their customer support is insane. I called to check on why an order hadn't shipped yet and they just went and upgraded it on the spot.

 

[MetalMagpie]

Is GAME the only game store in the UK? Why don't you guys shop somewhere else?

I usually buy new games on Amazon/Play and used at CEx. In the UK, GAME pretty much is the only highstreet shop specialising in video games. Which just goes to show that it isn't really a viable business model any more in this country. There are mutterings that Waterstones (book specialists) might end up going the same way for the same reason.

 

[Idocreating]

The problem with a lot of brick 'n mortar stores in the UK is the extortionate prices on certain products.

HMV is particuarly bad for this. Look in the DS section, if Super Mario 64 DS (Released in 2005, nearly 7 fucking years ago) is on the shelf new, it will cost £30. I know it's a first party Nintendo title, but come the fuck on. Pre-owned's aren't any better, Ebay would easily be half the price.

GAME pulls this crap all the time, but the worst I saw was in Zavvi. Not a game, but a 13 episode Anime boxset for Elfen Lied. No features or bonus content, just the episodes.

£50.

I want to stick to the Internet, but the Origin copy of ME3 is £55. Origin is so badshit retarded for pricing that Kingdoms of Amalur is actually cheaper on Steam. So i'm fucked for getting ME3's collectors edition.

 

[Tufty94]

Ok, there's two scenarios here, one where they are at fault, and one where you're at fault.

scenario 1. You pre-ordered Mass Effect 3 ages ago, and they tell you not that they can't supply it - your outrage is justified, they are in the wrong, you should get a refund and go try pre-ordering it from another store (if possible, might have to be the second or even third batch at most).

scenario 2. You went to pre-order it, like, within the last 4-6 weeks, and they said 'yeah, we won't have it for ages' which you took to mean they'll never have it - your outrage is completely unjustified, early bird gets the worm and you weren't early enough, again, try another store, possible a GAME store because you've got GAME money (it seems), and get in on the second or third batches.

You obviously know fuck all about the situation, so you should try doing some research on the subject before arguing about it. It's not just my local store that ran out of copies, every Game store will not be stocking ANY copies of Mass Effect 3.

 

[votemarvel]

The GAME Group have been in financial trouble for a long time now so you have to wonder why EA gave them the exclusive on the Mass Effect 3 Collectors Edition in the first place. They must have known that there was a good possibility that GAME would not be able to meet their commitments.

 

[Tufty94]

I was told yesterday that my copy of the collectors edition won't be coming from gameplay! No chance in hell getting one now. Any ideas if play and amazon are likely to stock up on the collectors edition after the release date?

It's pretty rare for that to happen, but your best shot now will be ebay.

 

[GoaThief]

EA have stated that it was only in stock in two big retailers and those have since sold out, so I'm guessing that's your lot aside from Ebay or getting lucky with a small indie retailer.

 

[Bat Vader]

So when I went to Game to go pre-order Mass Effect 3 I put the money on a gamecard, make it easy when I went to buy it. Now I find out that they're no longer going to be able to supply Mass Effect 3, so yeh, I'm done with you unreliable motherfuckers.

Ok, there's two scenarios here, one where they are at fault, and one where you're at fault.

scenario 1. You pre-ordered Mass Effect 3 ages ago, and they tell you not that they can't supply it - your outrage is justified, they are in the wrong, you should get a refund and go try pre-ordering it from another store (if possible, might have to be the second or even third batch at most).

scenario 2. You went to pre-order it, like, within the last 4-6 weeks, and they said 'yeah, we won't have it for ages' which you took to mean they'll never have it - your outrage is completely unjustified, early bird gets the worm and you weren't early enough, again, try another store, possible a GAME store because you've got GAME money (it seems), and get in on the second or third batches.

The problem though is that there are not going to be any batches. What happened was Game wanted EA to give them shipments of ME3 and Game would pay them back later. EA said no so now Game won't be receiving any shipments of Mass Effect 3.

That is what I understood from reading the news article that was posted on here a few days ago.

 

[black_knight1337]

EA are the jerks here they always are and any gamer that likes their games these days is a fool

Seconded. Ea is the scourge of gaming scene. They are money hungry fucks that suck the life out of every developer they buy out. Just look at Bioware. All their games prior to EA buying them out were epics. The only two that were released after the buyout that lived up to their reputation was mass effect 1 and dragon age: origins, both of which were in development long before EA got their hands on them.

OT: Well done EA for effectively killing Game UK. If they had of thought about something other than their profits for two seconds they would have realised that they are near on garunteed to get all their money back. Here's how the meeting would have went:
Game rep: So if you could give us the game for free when we sell them we will reimburse you.
what the Ea rep would have heard: So if you could give us the game for free.
The Ea rep would then proceed to tell Game to fuck off.
We all know it would be like this because Ea are a bunch of greedy fucks.