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[Ignatz Mouse]

Just curious--

I assumed (foolishly!) that pre-ordering would allow me to get a system without a bundle. SO far, it looks like every place is bundling.

I pre-ordered at EB, so assuming I'm getting 3 games anyway, it's not too bad a deal. But I thought I might *not* get that many games all at once.

Anybody know of any other deals?

 

[sonycowboy]

Both gamestop and EB will let you preorder just the system, in-store.

 

[newsguy]

At the physical store (if your local EB is still taking pre-orders) you can just get the system by itself.

EDIT ^^^ what he said.

 

[PhatSaqs]

Im not up on the PSP much. Are they shipping alot? Could there/should there be shortages?

 

[The End]

Im not up on the PSP much. Are they shipping alot? Could there/should there be shortages?

Shortages are guaranteed.

 

[DarienA]

One week left to place your pre-order at B&M EBGames stores...

 

[Fifty]

Really? Are they trying to force you to buy their bundles online, or is it merely an issue of not being able to stock enough?

 

[Ignatz Mouse]

I'm good then. I did pre-order there. I was just worried that they'd only sell the bundle. (When I poreordered, there were no specifics.)

 

[sonycowboy]

Really? Are they trying to force you to buy their bundles online, or is it merely an issue of not being able to stock enough?

They will only be given a limited allocation at launch (how limited is the question) and given the Japanese launch and supply issues, there's no way in hell they'll have enough units to fully and adequately support both the US & European launches in March.

Expect shortages.

 

[Fifty]

I wonder what will happen at my store (since it's one of Toronto's biggest) if they have recieved more preorders than they will recieve PSPs for when March comes along.

 

[hyp]

Shortages are guaranteed.

sounds like another great ebay opportunity. time to stock up on these bad boys.

 

[Arcticfox]

If you want a PSP on launch day without markups or forced bundles, your best bet is to skip all the game stores and head to a Walmart or Target or a similar type of store. You may have to go somewhere else to get every game and accessory you want, but at least you will get the system without having to jump through hoops.

 

[open_mouth_]

There will be no shortages. Plenty of PSP's will be available at launch. Don't believe the Sony marketing machine.

If, for some strange reason, there is a shortage, blame the Sony marketing machine for being too damn good and get a DS instead.

 

[Mrbob]

If you want a PSP on launch day without markups or forced bundles, your best bet is to skip all the game stores and head to a Walmart or Target or a similar type of store. You may have to go somewhere else to get every game and accessory you want, but at least you will get the system without having to jump through hoops.

Yup. I may skip the preorder all together and just hit Walmart on midnight the day the PSP is released.

There will be no shortages. Plenty of PSP's will be available at launch. Don't believe the Sony marketing machine.

If, for some strange reason, there is a shortage, blame the Sony marketing machine for being too damn good and get a DS instead.
open_mouth_

What? I'm glad I can use these words of comfort and not line up to get a PSP right away. :lol

 

[newsguy]

Damn this junior member "no new posts" rule. MrBob gave me an idea for a neat topic. How many of you actually enjoy the camping out process? I went with my buddy's overnight to get a launch PS2 and a launch XBOX. Both times were fun experiences (although it rained a little for the XBOX launch). For one, you're actually standing in line with people who have something in common with you. The whole atmosphere of excitement for the new console and overall good mood of the people makes for a positive experience with fellow gamers.

 

[Azrael]

When I preordered at Gamestop in-store, I asked if they were going to force early adopters into a bundle, and the manager said he wasn't going to do that. If they change that, I'll cancel my preorder.

 

[Mrjellybeanct]

Just put 50 bucks down on it this morning at Gamestop. I would just got to Target or something like that launch day, but I'm up at school without my car and there is nothing like that in town. At least i'm sure to get it on launch now, so I can deal with the large deposit.

 

[Legal Step]

EB sucks ass!

You know most of this stupid bundle will be comprised of EA games don't you?

 

[Agent Dormer]

Damn this junior member "no new posts" rule. MrBob gave me an idea for a neat topic. How many of you actually enjoy the camping out process? I went with my buddy's overnight to get a launch PS2 and a launch XBOX. Both times were fun experiences (although it rained a little for the XBOX launch). For one, you're actually standing in line with people who have something in common with you. The whole atmosphere of excitement for the new console and overall good mood of the people makes for a positive experience with fellow gamers.

It's a good rule.

I'm getting mine from EB, mainly because I'm paying for it with trade-ins.

 

[Celicar]

sounds like another great ebay opportunity. time to stock up on these bad boys.

That's what I did with the DS. Made over $1000. I will do the same for the PSP. Can't wait!!! :lol