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[Retro]

Ah, new page. Copypasta from the last page, since it has a ton of valuable info;

We know you all have tons of questions, so here come a batch of answers to the most common ones. Ready?

First, don't forget to read through our FAQ for all of the most common ongoing questions: http://www.guildwars2.com/en/the-game/game-faq/

Second, this is our current list of retail partners for pre-purchase/pre-order of GW2, including the CE: http://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/User:Stephane_Lo_Presti/GW2_prepurchase_retailers_list

You can pre-purchase the digital or digital deluxe editions from us via https://buy.guildwars2.com/ We do not sell the CE directly.

We know there's confusion about whether some of our retail partners support prepurchase. Here's clarification: http://www.facebook.com/GuildWars2/posts/10150706495474209

Finally, pre-purchase does not begin until the 10th. That is the 10th Seattle time.

And for the bonus round: Amazon does not support pre-purchase of the CE.

The 10th Seattle time (midnight) is 3 AM ET.

.... damnit, this has not been my day. Yeah, you're absolutely right. 3AM ET, folks.

 

[Dead Prince]

Ah, new page. Copypasta from the last page, since it has a ton of valuable info;





.... damnit, this has not been my day. Yeah, you're absolutely right. 3AM ET, folks.

to be fair you didnt account for daylight savings time. so you was partially right.

 

[LowParry]

Eh, no sense in waiting to pre-order tonight. I'll just do it the next day since it's not some sort of "first come first serve" nonsense. Digital ftw!

 

[timetokill]

Eh, no sense in waiting to pre-order tonight. I'll just do it the next day since it's not some sort of "first come first serve" nonsense. Digital ftw!

You fool, they're gonna run out of keys!!!

 

[PewPewK]

When do you think the new GW2 site (forums and all) will go live?

I'm kinda hoping for tomorrow, but have my doubts. Maybe they'll be up for the first BWE?

 

[Dead Prince]

When do you think the new GW2 site (forums and all) will go live?

I'm kinda hoping for tomorrow, but have my doubts. Maybe they'll be up for the first BWE?

any exciting news and we assume its the beta probably will be the new site/forum lulz.

 

[LowParry]

You fool, they're gonna run out of keys!!!

Oh please. lol - this isn't a BioWare situation. I mean come on. Out of keys? They'll supply plenty, be it all at once or over time because it's a pre-order incentive. They have to give you a key at some point before the weekend event.

 

[Dead Prince]

Oh please. lol - this isn't a BioWare situation. I mean come on. Out of keys? They'll supply plenty, be it all at once or over time because it's a pre-order incentive. They have to give you a key at some point before the weekend event.

but we expect it to be instant not a few days after because of technical issues!

 

[Ashodin]

Going to have to see what I can do about pre-purchase tomorrow at GameStop. Retro, you with me?

 

[Retro]

Going to have to see what I can do about pre-purchase tomorrow at GameStop. Retro, you with me?

Yeah, planning to head over there at 10 when they open.

 

[Tevos]

Arenanet's web design lead is hinting that the new site is coming pretty soon.

boy howdy, when this site goes live, you guys better pre-purchase the heck out of this game #GW2 #plant #threats #sotired

 

[Retro]

Arenanet's web design lead is hinting that the new site is coming pretty soon.

Heh, I don't think she has anything to worry about; if ANet can give everyone zero notice and a short window in which to register for the Beta and pull in a million people? Imagine the numbers that are gonna come from weeks of knowing when Pre-Purchase starts and the fact that everyone is assured Beta access.

Granted, registration was free, but still...I'm calling at least 1m in the first week, easily. Maybe two.

 

[LowParry]

2 million for sure.

 

[Jira]

My friends think I'm crazy for saying GW2 will pull 12 mil over 6 years. If GW1 can pull 6 mil in 6 years, with the reception GW2 has been getting from conventions and betas, it's going to blow 6 mil away within the first 2 years easily.

 

[Ettie]

Wonder if we will ever be able to purchase the mistfire wolf skill from the cash shop. Its all the "single use" items in the DD/CE that make me sad and revert back to the regular edition.



*edit*

Same. Wife wants the mistfire wolf but really doesn't care about the rest.

 

[Retro]

2 million for sure.

I try to be conservative when we talk about numbers like this, just because I don't want to set my expectations too high. If they can pull down 1 million in two days, before we had all of these press videos and such? 2 million actually sounds kinda easy.

 

[Lumination]

Hmm, I'd prefer to buy from Best Buy, but they don't even have a listing online for the CE. I guess we'll see if they update anything by 3AM EST. If not, Gamestop has my money.

 

[razgriz417]

Update to the FAQ http://www.guildwars2.com/en/the-game/game-faq/#forty-nine

How does physical Pre-Purchase work?

Physical Pre-Purchase for Guild Wars 2 is only available at select retailers. The details of how this will work will differ slightly depending on which edition customers purchase and where they purchase it.

Standard Edition (North America)—Customers will buy the Standard Edition Pre-Purchase box and receive a Pre-Purchase serial code. They will then go to https://register.guildwars2.com and follow the on-screen instructions to create a Guild Wars 2 account and apply the serial code, which will give them access to Beta Weekend Events, the Hero's Band digital item, and three-day Headstart Access to the final game. When Guild Wars 2 launches, customers will need to return to the retailer with proof of purchase to receive the full Standard Edition box and retail serial code. They will need to apply this retail serial code to their Guild Wars 2 account within five days to continue playing without interruption.

Standard Edition (Europe)—Customers will buy the Standard Edition Pre-Purchase box and receive their serial code. This is the only serial code customers will receive and will grant access to the Beta Weekend Events, three-day Headstart Access, the Hero's Band digital item, and full access to the final live game. Customers will not need to return to retail to receive another serial code.

Collector's Edition (North America and Europe)—Customers will buy the Collector's Edition Pre-Purchase box and receive a Pre-Purchase serial code. They will then go to https://register.guildwars2.com and follow the on-screen instructions to create a Guild Wars 2 account and apply the serial code, which will give them access to Beta Weekend Events and three-day Headstart Access to the final game. When Guild Wars 2 launches, customers will need to return to their retailer with proof of purchase to receive the full Collector's Edition box with physical items and retail serial code. They will need to apply this retail serial code to their Guild Wars 2 account within five days to continue playing without interruption.

 

[LowParry]

I try to be conservative when we talk about numbers like this, just because I don't want to set my expectations too high. If they can pull down 1 million in two days, before we had all of these press videos and such? 2 million actually sounds kinda easy.

I usually am with other games but this one, it smells of great success. Great looking game. New MMO mechanics, no monthly fee. I think 2 million will be easily done within the first week.

 

[Ferny]

My friends think I'm crazy for saying GW2 will pull 12 mil over 6 years. If GW1 can pull 6 mil in 6 years, with the reception GW2 has been getting from conventions and betas, it's going to blow 6 mil away within the first 2 years easily.

I don't see any MMO type game having those WoW type numbers anymore. The genre just isn't as strong as it used to be. I think it will blow away GW1 numbers but 12 mill? I don't think it'll get that high.

 

[JWong]

So which pre-order site is the easiest to cancel after getting the beta? 8D

 

[razgriz417]

So which pre-order site is the easiest to cancel after getting the beta? 8D

Preorder won't get you anything tbh and I don't think Pre-purchases are refundable

 

[sssstententen]

So which pre-order site is the easiest to cancel after getting the beta? 8D

As someone who used to work at a gamestop, even if they set up special parameters for this "prepurchase" deal, you should still be able to return the game, but you'll probably have to pick it up and THEN return it with a receipt within 7 days.

That means having a $50-60 deposit sitting there for the next few months, but you'll at least get it all back + beta access.

 

[alazz]

I'm disappointed the digital deluxe doesn't include the Best Of OST, and dd version seems overpriced for what it is. However I'd likely buy it if it were to include the Best Of OST *hint hint*.

Finally, pre-purchase does not begin until the 10th. That is the 10th Seattle time.

Awesome. I'll probably pick up the standard digital version before I go to bed.

 

[vaelic]

Yeah, planning to head over there at 10 when they open.

why? digital download it

 

[Retro]

why? digital download it

I'm getting the Collector's Edition. Believe me, if there was a way I could get the CE dropped off at my house without having to set foot inside a Gamestop, I'd be all over it. Unfortunately it's Gamestop or Best Buy, and I already put some cash down at GS a few weeks ago.

 

[Dead Prince]

I'm getting the Collector's Edition. Believe me, if there was a way I could get the CE dropped off at my house without having to set foot inside a Gamestop, I'd be all over it. Unfortunately it's Gamestop or Best Buy, and I already put some cash down at GS a few weeks ago.

put more down.

 

[Retro]

put more down.

Heh, that's why I'm going over there tomorrow, to pay it off in full.

 

[Dead Prince]

Heh, that's why I'm going over there tomorrow, to pay it off in full.

wonder if you can register 2 serial key to an account. i want to pre purchase standard on GW2.com for the 3 day headstart and get the CE at best buy. but that gives me 1 day headstart.

 

[Retro]

wonder if you can register 2 serial key to an account. i want to pre purchase standard on GW2.com for the 3 day headstart and get the CE at best buy. but that gives me 1 day headstart.

Um, Best Buy is on the list of retailers offering the full Pre-Purchase benefit (3 day head start, full beta access) for the CE now. Just found out this afternoon.

Do eet!

 

[Dead Prince]

Um, Best Buy is on the list of retailers offering the full Pre-Purchase benefit (3 day head start, full beta access) for the CE now. Just found out this afternoon.

Do eet!

lowut. awesome!

 

[Retro]

lowut. awesome!

Yep. Here's the details, via Massively; http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/04/09/best-buy-us-stocks-up-on-guild-wars-2-collectors-editions/

According to the ArenaNet-authored pre-purchase retailers list on the Guild Wars 2 wiki, Best Buy has joined Gamestop, which makes them the only two brick-and-mortar outlets in the US that are selling physical copies of the standard edition and Collector's Edition. US players also have the option of pre-purchasing a boxed standard edition through Amazon.

 

[Dead Prince]

Yep. Here's the details, via Massively; http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/04/09/best-buy-us-stocks-up-on-guild-wars-2-collectors-editions/

Oh awesome. now i can use my $10 coupons LOL. If only amazon though ($30 coupon).

 

[fluffydelusions]

So when does the beta start and for how long?

 

[Retro]

So when does the beta start and for how long?

All of the betas will be weekend events, so two or three days at the absolute most. We don't have a schedule for when they will begin, only that they will begin at the end of the month. That really only leaves two weekends, so... take your pick and free your schedule, I guess.

 

[flyinpiranha]

When Guild Wars 2 launches, customers will need to return to the retailer with proof of purchase to receive the full Standard Edition box and retail serial code. They will need to apply this retail serial code to their Guild Wars 2 account within five days to continue playing without interruption.

I'm not going to lie, this is pretty much bullshit. EDIT: At least Amazon got it and I don't have to hold on to a receipt.

 

[nataku]

I've never been more excited to give a company money and yet get nothing (yet) in return. After tomorrow the game is going to feel so much closer.

I'm not going to lie, this is pretty much bullshit. I hope Amazon gets it (and if they did and I missed it, please point it out!) because I hate having to hold on to a receipt for something I don't even have a release date on.

How else would they do it, though? You need some form of proof you actually paid for it, and relying on the retailer to get it right isn't a very good plan. I suppose ANet could try to work out some form of printable "I purchased this!" receipt you register your pre-purchase code to for the retailers, so you could just print it off when the release date is announced, but that's a pretty big mess waiting to happen.

 

[Retro]

I'm not going to lie, this is pretty much bullshit. I hope Amazon gets it (and if they did and I missed it, please point it out!) because I hate having to hold on to a receipt for something I don't even have a release date on.

Amazon is a Pre-Purchase partner, just not for the Collector's Edition. If you Pre-purchase from them you'll get into the betas and headstart.

I know many of you are disappointed that your local Amazon site isn't offering prepurchases of the Collector's Edition. In order to support prepurchase of Collector's Edition, a retailer needs to be able to provide a digital code at the time of purchase, and then also deliver a physical box when the game is released. We've worked with each local Amazon operation to enable this but at this time many have determined that their systems don't support it. Thus they won't be selling the Collector's Edition prepurchase, and we've reallocated their units to other retailers.

Since individual Amazon markets have different systems and policies, we are fortunate that Amazon France will be able to support the Collector's Edition prepurchase and will begin selling it on April 10.

If you're just looking to prepurchase the game from Amazon and don't need the Collector's Edition, you can still buy either of the digital editions through them. If you're looking to prepurchase the Collector's Edition online, try the alternatives listed here. http://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/User:Stephane_Lo_Presti/GW2_prepurchase_retailers_list (source)

Seriously though, if you want to pre-purchase the game and not fool around with receipts, get it straight from ArenaNet. I seem to recall reading earlier that you can even pay for it with Paypal.

 

[Ashodin]

Shut Up and Take My Money!

 

[Orayn]

By the grace of Balthazar, I'm going to be up late doing a revision of a paper, meaning I'll be able to buy this as soon as ANet lets me.

 

[Complistic]

Amazon is a Pre-Purchase partner, just not for the Collector's Edition. If you Pre-purchase from them you'll get into the betas and headstart.



Seriously though, if you want to pre-purchase the game and not fool around with receipts, get it straight from ArenaNet. I seem to recall reading earlier that you can even pay for it with Paypal.

Yap, my money is going straight to them. I don't really care if I have the box for a MMO.

 

[Ashodin]

This week's podcast will be postponed until next week (or earlier) - there is not much to talk about except the pre-purchase beta again, and I'll let the news collect before we all combine to form voltron.

 

[Absinthe]

Buy.guildwars2.com
403 Forbidden: Access is denied.

Anyone else getting this?

 

[Arken2121]

https://register.guildwars2.com/

This is what just came up on twitter, get ready!

 

[inky]

Store/Site will most likely crash so I'll just buy it at a later time.

 

[Arol]

I'm a bit confused after lurking in this page and not sure I completely understand.

The whole return to retailer in 5 days is only if your pre-purchase the physical copy? If we're going with a digital copy we don't have to do anything correct?

I know this sounds completely stupid but it just threw me off a bit.

 

[Ashodin]

SHITS GOING DOWN SON.. GET YOUR BUTTS READY

 

[Reikon]

I'm a bit confused after lurking in this page and not sure I completely understand.

The whole return to retailer in 5 days is only if your pre-purchase the physical copy? If we're going with a digital copy we don't have to do anything correct?

I know this sounds completely stupid but it just threw me off a bit.

Yes, that's why those instructions are listed under physical pre-purchase.

 

[Quadrophenic]

Isnt the "return within 5 days" just the precaution so you dont get a break in service (access to GW2) at launch? They are giving you a 5 day buffer to pickup your final game (and key), if you miss the buffer then you lose access to the game post launch until you actually go pickup the game and resume your access.

This will be my first MMO launch, how do other MMOs handle prepurchase/early starts with physical releases? Surely they must have something in place to prevent someone from prepurchasing, getting the beta/early access code, and then cancelling the order right?

 

[GrizzNKev]

SHITS GOING DOWN SON.. GET YOUR BUTTS READY

My butt is ready.