MmmHuha420 Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 I was wondering if they are all noted as backorders since the game isn't released till Tuesday. And also, one thing I noticed was on the Airborne Express shipping was they only try twice then the game gets sent back??? So when should I start to leave a note up for them to just leave it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The H Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 Mine is showing 'back ordered'... and that worries me a little bit, since I read in some other thread that they were only expecting like 40-50 units of each version of the game as part of their initial batch from EA. As soon as the order ships out, you'll get a tracking # from Outpost. It should provide you with an estimated date and time of delivery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MmmHuha420 Posted February 22, 2005 Author Share Posted February 22, 2005 Yeah I read that thread too, and that caused me to worry somewhat. I've never dealt with Fry's, from what I got on the website, we might be waiting an extra week???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The H Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 As EA's shipping date is now official, I'm sure they (Outpost) will start shipping the game right away (that is, on the 22th)... but as it is being shipped out via AE Ground (unless you paid the extra money to upgrade your shipping), it could take up to 5 days (depending on where is it being shipped to) to be delivered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MmmHuha420 Posted February 22, 2005 Author Share Posted February 22, 2005 I had my friend order it for me as a favor, and I believe he did 2nd day shipping??? I'm scared about not bein home when it comes, and not having anyone home when it would be delivered because I've been looking forward to this game since the end of last season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The H Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 Like I said, you'll get a tracking #. That should give you a good idea of when it will be delivered and that way, you'll be able to leave a note for the AE delivery guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrg1 Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 I really want my game now, but it looks like Ill be waiting a while Ive learned something from this: Pre-ordering is worthless I thought it would be on my doorstep the day it was released in stores :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LetsGoOakland Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 I never pre-order. Waste of money when I could just walk next door to my work and get it. SF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The H Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 mrg1: Sometimes it happens... sometimes it don't. I've received several games the same day of their release and in a few instances, even one day before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrg1 Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 yeah, its just sorta a bummer o well, i didnt have to pay sales tax... i guess thats one good thing i got out of it, save myself $2.50 :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MmmHuha420 Posted February 22, 2005 Author Share Posted February 22, 2005 how are you having it shipped mrg1? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrg1 Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 the free way... i hope to get it in a week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MmmHuha420 Posted February 22, 2005 Author Share Posted February 22, 2005 i should have had my friend do it that way, but was yours backordered as well??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abhall Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 the free way... i hope to get it in a week FYI - you can cancel your pre-order from Fry's if desired. Today I did it on the phone and it literally took 2 minutes. I decided saving $10 isn't worth waiting an extra 4 or 5 days, if not longer...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrg1 Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 im not really sure... i have the order number at my parent's house. I ordered it from there, because im afraid of using my credit card on this spyware-infested Win 98 computer I guess Ill have to wait until I visit them to find out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrg1 Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 do you think cancelling would still be possible tomorrow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daddy Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 I really want my game now, but it looks like Ill be waiting a while Ive learned something from this: Pre-ordering is worthless I thought it would be on my doorstep the day it was released in stores If you have overnite shipping its worth it. Fry's/outpost was the least expensitve...so Iwent that route. With ground shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleedingCubbyBlue Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 do you think cancelling would still be possible tomorrow?As long as your order is not in the process of being shipped you can cancel it. Once it is "open" or whatever they use as their status you most likely cannot cancel. As of 7:15AM CST today I am still Back-ordered with outpost.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hefalumps Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 As anxious as I am to get the game, I'm more anxious to get it at the price of 19.99! I'm a bit on the frugal side, and I love saving money. I normally wouldn't bother with the pre-order either, but I had to do it this time because of the price drop. Now it means I might have to wait awhile before I get my copy, but I look at it this way: this gives other people time to find the bugs and tweak the settings so I'm ready to go as soon as I get my copy! I ordered mine over the phone (website was fluctuating between 19.99 and 29.99 the day I was ordering it), so I have no idea how to track my order other than just calling them. Entering in a phone order number on the web doesn't work. I'll give them a call and let you know what I find out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timay Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 As long as your order is not in the process of being shipped you can cancel it. Once it is "open" or whatever they use as their status you most likely cannot cancel. As of 7:15AM CST today I am still Back-ordered with outpost.com. my status from EB is open, so that means i will get it tommorow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The H Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 I just cancelled my order from Outpost.com. I called a few minutes ago and the rep told me they are only expecting an initial batch of around 25 units per version of the game, that they 'should be getting it between tomorrow and thursday' and that my order would have to wait for the second batch EA' will ship to them (and that thanks to a stupid salesman that cancelled my order the first time, by mistake, when I called to have my order updated with the newer, lower price). I'm just going to walk to my closest EB Games and pick the game up there tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hefalumps Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 Yep - I got the dreaded "backordered" as well. Oh well, I'm going to wait it out. Can't wait to read other's impressions of the game tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snash13 Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 25 units? if thats true im cancellig right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The H Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 Snash13, That was what the rep told me over the phone. I was like 'WTF!?'. After he confirmed it, I just decided to cancel my order. In normal circumstances, I'd wait, but not when I don't even know when the game is going to be shipped out to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snash13 Posted February 22, 2005 Share Posted February 22, 2005 i called just now. i am for sure not in the first order, and the 2nd order the person told me might not be until MARCH 20TH!!!!.im cancelling as i speak and i have 4 Eb's 3 Gamestop's and 2 Compusa's within 15 mins driving of my house.. ill find it somewhere tomorrow :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.