Curse

Exoudeous · Apr 26, 2006, 09:43 PM // 21:43

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Originally Posted by Pi_Numurian

I made a new account with it

you are supposed to add it to your current account

DoomPanda · Apr 26, 2006, 09:44 PM // 21:44

Okay, long story short, and I can elaborate if needed, I preordered Factions at a gamestop but never got the preorder package. I'd really like to be in the headstart event, as that's why I preordered in the first place, So I'm curious if there are other ways to obtain that key. I've been told if I just go down and get it at bestbuy instead I get a free shirt also, and then I could just not get the one I preordered at gamestop. However, someone else mentioned that they'll e-mail the key, which seems like the simplest solution as most of that stuff in the preodrer package is useless for me anyway (the prophesies demo, etc.)

So... I don't know if they'll e-mail that or not, or if I should just go down to best buy. Opinions?

refused · Apr 26, 2006, 09:57 PM // 21:57

Call 1-800-883-8895 (EBGames/Gamestop) and press two and explain your situation. I've been hearing that they will read you a key as well as e-mail. So yeah, try that.

TheMosesPHD · Apr 26, 2006, 10:03 PM // 22:03

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Originally Posted by DoomPanda

Okay, long story short, and I can elaborate if needed, I preordered Factions at a gamestop but never got the preorder package. I'd really like to be in the headstart event, as that's why I preordered in the first place, So I'm curious if there are other ways to obtain that key. I've been told if I just go down and get it at bestbuy instead I get a free shirt also, and then I could just not get the one I preordered at gamestop. However, someone else mentioned that they'll e-mail the key, which seems like the simplest solution as most of that stuff in the preodrer package is useless for me anyway (the prophesies demo, etc.)

So... I don't know if they'll e-mail that or not, or if I should just go down to best buy. Opinions?

I think pretty much all preorder packages have already been bought. If you're not sure whether or not Gamestop is gonna email you your key, call em up and rag em until they 100% confirm that you're gettin your key.

DoomPanda · Apr 26, 2006, 10:20 PM // 22:20

Alright, thanks guys. I'll see what I can do, probably call that number...

Zehnchu · Apr 26, 2006, 10:21 PM // 22:21

Well there’s your problem, I don’t know if you can delete that new account. You can only use the pre-order key one time on one account.

duverga · Apr 26, 2006, 10:25 PM // 22:25

It's the CE (Collector's Edition) that many places won't have. You shouldn't have trouble buying the standard game.

dexxa · Apr 26, 2006, 10:26 PM // 22:26

pre-ordered from amazon awhile back. just got GW faction today when i got home from work. pretty amazing shipping considering the fact that they said they shipped it yesterday.

Pi_Numurian · Apr 26, 2006, 10:40 PM // 22:40

Well thanks. This stinks ty for the help

Pi_Numurian · Apr 26, 2006, 10:45 PM // 22:45

Does anyone know anyway for me to delete an account a get the key back somehow

arcanemacabre · Apr 26, 2006, 10:53 PM // 22:53

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Originally Posted by forever

I missed the 39.99 price, instead I ordered about two weeks ago from Amazon.com at $44.99 with the preorder package for free. I received the preorder package last Saturday and Factions was shipped yesterday, I expect to receive it tomorrow, one day earlier than the actual release date. I'm pretty satisfied with Amazon.com.

Remind me to never order from EBGames.com again. I ordered 2 1/2 weeks ago, with overnight shipping, and have yet to receive the preorder box. It's said 'shipped' for a week and a half now. Doubt I'll be able to enjoy the head start, and god only knows when I'll get the game at this point.

I ordered Prophecies from Amazon, got it right away. Ungh, should've just stayed with them.

DFrost · Apr 26, 2006, 10:55 PM // 22:55

Thanks for the heads-up, I wan't expecting the price drop until late May at best. I'll go place an order right away

SylverDragon · Apr 26, 2006, 11:22 PM // 23:22

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Originally Posted by Pi_Numurian

Does anyone know anyway for me to delete an account a get the key back somehow

Someone did post some time back (sorry, don't have a link atm) that they did the same. They talked to support and got the new account deleted and were emailed a new preorder key.

Don't know if you can do that this close to release, but maybe worth a try.

Edit:Or, if you have a store nearby that still has preorders, you could just pick up a preorder box for the deposit and use that key.

capblueberry · Apr 26, 2006, 11:24 PM // 23:24

u have until the 28th to activate a retail key though rite?

Taigech · Apr 26, 2006, 11:25 PM // 23:25

I just called the phone number, and they said they don't have any keys...

Supposedly, everything is shipping off tomorrow and I should check back at the store for my copy.

capblueberry · Apr 26, 2006, 11:27 PM // 23:27

check out this thread i started...looks like we're not the only ones that dislike them

http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/s...d.php?t=129101

Vahn Roi · Apr 26, 2006, 11:43 PM // 23:43

I reserved a copy of the standard edition for $5, the girl who did it for me rubbed me the wrong way though, I hope nothing goes wrong when I go to pick up my game friday afternoon.

refused · Apr 26, 2006, 11:44 PM // 23:44

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Originally Posted by capblueberry

u have until the 28th to activate a retail key though rite?

12am 29th PST is when the Head Start ends, then you need to add the retail.

arcanemacabre · Apr 26, 2006, 11:58 PM // 23:58

I guess I just waited for my preorder to come in the mail for too long. I just called their 1-800 number, and yeah, they're completely out of preorder keys. Now why would Anet only give them a limited number of keys that obviously != the number of preorders available? This is BS. It was advertised that if I preordered GW Factions, I'd get a 'bonus' that allowed me to play it 24 hours before release. Since they can't get it to me in time, that is false advertising.

I called around to nearby Target and Gamestop/EBGames, none of which have any more Preorder boxes. Seems like a shortage to me. Now my wife and I can't play until god knows when, and these days I got off work are completely wasted. Whatever.

/end rant

Polarbear1492 · Apr 27, 2006, 02:09 AM // 02:09

Does the Pre Order acess key that you get with your GWF: Pre Order unlock both the items AND the 24 hour preview/head start? In other words, is there only ONE acess key for the items and ONE for the headstart event? Or are they both contained in the same acess key? Because as of right now; the account screen says I only activated the two items. I could not find another code just for the 24 hour event. Just asking. Thanks alot.