Curse

SirShadowrunner · Feb 28, 2006, 07:01 PM // 19:01

I have called, CompUSA, Babbages, Best buy, EB games, and Fryes Outpost,
none of them have it, Best Buy, CompUSA, and EB games said it might be on the
truck that comes in this afternoon.

Rok · Feb 28, 2006, 07:11 PM // 19:11

Yeah, if you go into a physical store, let them know you want to Pre-order the CE.

If you want to pre-order the CE online, you just have to wait until the online stores make it available.

No big deal, as long as you get your pre-order package before the March 24th event if you don't have an account already.

Don't know why everyone is in a big heat to get their pre-order right away, gives you nothing right now. Although I can see non-USA people being concerned as if they don't pre-order it they might not be available at all in the store they shop. But seeing as there is still months til Factions actually comes out, no big deal. You do have 3 invites for friends if they dont get their pre-orders before the march 24th event.

SirShadowrunner · Feb 28, 2006, 07:29 PM // 19:29

I was curious to the answer, so I called Amazon up and talked to Customer
Service and they said video games are not listed as an item they can ship to
most countries, and they said if the website refused your order then it is because they cannot ship games to your country, the website knows what items can ship to each country, looks like Amazon is off the list.

sry .......

Knox · Feb 28, 2006, 07:33 PM // 19:33

Hi, I've been looking for some time and have been unable to find my answer...

I don't trust my local EB to actually get the game in on release day. (or 24 hours in advance for pre-orders) so I was wondering if anyone can tell me how the pre order works.

when we buy the preorder box, is that essentially the full game but it doesn't work till they say so? or do we get the pre oreder box and still need to wait for the full game? I'm nervous about buyin the preorder because the only real reason I'd want it is to start playing 24 hours earlier... and like i said I'm not putting any trust in EB...

Cheers

ashed · Feb 28, 2006, 07:37 PM // 19:37

I did this with Guild Wars. I walked into EB Games, I said I wanted to purchase the pre-order package (which was 5 bucks). That package contained some keys for inviting people to play the beta, a small manual and the client that was needed for the betas....and a poster with some Guild Wars chick if I remember correctly.

The day before or the day of (cant remember because someone else got the call when I was gone), EB Games called my house and told me to come pick the game up and told me what my remaining cost would be, because I had only put down 5 bucks.

So they were good about getting back to me when it came in.

Caleb · Feb 28, 2006, 07:38 PM // 19:38

I have similar questions. I was about to preorder from BestBuy when I realized I didn't fully comprehend how I would receive my CD Key that would allow me access to beta etc - I hope they send it out immediately, but I am unsure. I do not know if they mail me a box with the CD Key in it, if they email me the CD key in advance of the beta events etc, or if I just am saving myself a copy to pick up when they get it in stock.

I want to preorder, and receive an email or hard box from bestbuy with the CD Key to add to my account immediately. If anyone has accomplished this goal, please explain how?

xxSilhouette · Feb 28, 2006, 07:39 PM // 19:39

well anyone think id have a chance to get it at wal-mart?

Mordakai · Feb 28, 2006, 08:02 PM // 20:02

Well, the reason I went today (to no avail), was just to take a look at the guide.

It's the same reason I bought Computer Gaming World when it had the preview... I'm just over excited about Factions!

In response to the OP, I asked the clerk at EB Games if I could change the $5 I put down today to the Collector's Edition if I decide to get that instead.

He said it shouldn't be a problem. I think most companies are pretty good about dealing fairly with you. I remember at another place I had pre-ordered something, then didn't want it. They allowed me to use the pre-order money on another item. (pretty cool, since I got to keep the pre-order stuff...for free, basically.)

Oh, and I couldn't officially pre-order the Collector's Edition even if I wanted to... it wasn't in their system yet!

EternalTempest · Feb 28, 2006, 08:08 PM // 20:08

Was getting the same thing with EB games an not in there system, only thing wa s I could not pre-order it at that time ><

I'm waiting and if you just ask, do you get the pre-order kit.

tuperwho · Feb 28, 2006, 09:14 PM // 21:14

[QUOTE=Loviatar]
the stores will have it on shelf on the 28 th
[/QUOTE

Boy was I frustrated and dissapointed today when I found out that this is not the case. I tried 3 stores, and all were clueless. Worst part is that they all quoted April 28th. This can't be, though, as the pre-order package includes access codes for the event on March 24, right? I really wish A.net and guildwars.com had been clear about this. Especially since the online/streaming distribution makes this different than almost every other game ever released. I mean, we're not waiting on the release of a content CD near the time of game release. We just need a freaking code. They could give those out at any point, right? It coulda been last month, even, if all the content is already streaming.... we just need the code that they're gonna activate at offical release. Grr....It's just terrible that no one knows what the H&!! is going on.

But anyway, orderred it from Amazon.com, as they're a bit cheaper than anywhere else. Sure hope the estimated shipping date of May 3rd is way off, though.... it should be before March 24, right? Right?

Starsky-sama · Feb 28, 2006, 09:20 PM // 21:20

you dont need the preorder key to access the march 24th event.

you get auto access to the pve event with your existing gw account.

(if you have other questions relating to GWF, you can refer to the stickied thread in Factions section of the forums that can clear more information up)

added: yup. definitely before the march24th event or ppl w/o an existing account or invites will miss it (that would be a lot of new ppl

). Clearly, right now, there seems to be a delay for everyone/everywhere. imagine the chaos this "thing" is putting everyone through today.lol.

tuperwho · Feb 28, 2006, 09:28 PM // 21:28

Thanks for the reply, and yes, I'm aware of that. I've read just about everything out there about factions. That's why it's so frustrating that they didn't make some of this clear. While I know we have access from our own accoutns (and can invite 3 friends, yada, yadda), my point still stands. Since one of the main advertised points is that it includes a preview access code for you and a friend (aimed at those buying factions without prophecies, but still there, nonetheless), doesn't that indicate that it would have to be available by March 24?

imsystem · Feb 28, 2006, 09:30 PM // 21:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by Starsky-sama

you dont need the preorder key to access the march 24th event.

you get auto access to the pve event with your existing gw account.

(if you have other questions relating to GWF, you can refer to the stickied thread in Factions section of the forums that can clear more information up)

what about the 24hour before games released how do we log in for that if they not shipping the game until the 28th or after

Eugaet · Feb 28, 2006, 09:42 PM // 21:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eugaet

I'll be making a run to a local retailer at lunch today.

Lunch was 3 hours late today. But I still made a run this afternoon to one of the local BBs. You can guess by everyone else's replies how I fared.

At least the guy I talked to was knowledgable. He was in a guild and waiting for the preorder himself. Said he's sitting on a large pile of ectos and gold that is to be spent come Factions. We chatted about GW for a little bit and then I went back to work empty-handed.

I think I'll just call the stores before I go next time and have them hold one until I can get there. Save some fuel that way.

Starsky-sama · Feb 28, 2006, 09:43 PM // 21:43

yup. you need the preorder key to have that early access before game release day.

just like ch.1's preorder package it is/should definitely be available long before the actual release date of the game. Only difference now, if I remember correctly, the preorder didnt really have a problem arriving instores/online for ch.1.

/delays you cant control em I guess.
/waiting patiently.

devils wraths · Feb 28, 2006, 10:06 PM // 22:06

if u want the pre order edtion go here http://www.sendit.com/game/item/6000000002443 its on top of the game box

The Great Al · Feb 28, 2006, 10:20 PM // 22:20

my question is, if we buy the preorder package from amazon, will they wait til the 28th to send it to us, or will we get it in time to be able to use our key for the march event?

Starsky-sama · Feb 28, 2006, 10:45 PM // 22:45

existing account = auto access to event.

tuperwho · Feb 28, 2006, 10:51 PM // 22:51

Starsky, thanks for being a level-headed voice of reason through this. It's nice to hear that my understanding is correct.

/waiting for sure, but working really hard on making it patiently

And Devils, I followed the "pre-order" link from guru and from guildwars.com (both take you to the same amazon.com page), where I selected "pre-order this item today" and followed the steps. While it does not have the box picture available, it sure better be the pre-order edition.

xxSilhouette · Feb 28, 2006, 11:03 PM // 23:03

Well i went to wal-mart and they acted like complete idiots and said they had no idea what i was talking about...

So what i suppose i'll do is wait until this weekend, when things have calmed down a bit - and go to a larger city and hit best buy or gamestop, Pick up the pre-order package and then pre-order the game while im there.

This thread is CONFUSING me though...can someone tell me if they think that my idea of picking up the pre-order package and ordering the game will work or what?