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Neko March 25th, 2007 4:13 PM

Reserving Pokemon Diamond...
 
Well a couple of weekends ago at eb games there was this sign that said you can reserve Pokemon Diamond and/or Pearl. I have some questions though about it...


1) If you go to reserve it, do you have to pay there, or when you get the game?

2) How long will reservations be of availibilty? Like, my mom says I have to do something for her first before she reserves it for me, but I don't want her to wait to long so that you can't reserve anymore..

3) How much does Pokemon Diamond cost to reserve? Like, how much is the game itself?

.Bastion March 25th, 2007 4:18 PM

Well, it may be a bit different based on where you live but when I went to go reserve my copy of Pearl, they had me pay 5 dollars down so that when I came to pick up the copy I would have one reserved for me and I would be discounted 5 dollars off the total price. The game costs 34.99 at original price IIRC.

I'm not too sure how long the deadline is to reserve, but the sooner the better. Sorry I couldn't be too much help on the last question. =/

pikachulover306 March 25th, 2007 4:36 PM

I think they stop reservations a week before the game comes out

Abby3563663 March 25th, 2007 4:51 PM

I can't imagine that they'll be impossible to find without a reservation, so unless you really want the special stylus that comes with pre-ordering, I wouldn't worry too much.

Ichida March 25th, 2007 8:43 PM

I chose to just pay off the entire cost of the game when I reserved it a few months ago. It saved me the frustration and temptation of holding onto the $40 for the game. :P

Samson March 25th, 2007 11:15 PM

how reserving works: it's usually 5 bucks for reserving. when you go to pick it up, those 5 bucks work towards the purchase. however, just about all stores are selling the games at 39.99 when the retail price is actually 34.99.

you must also consider that your reservation may be overceded when it comes to the supply of games at just one store. i remember reserving Diddy Kong Racing at Gamestop and having classes the day i was supposed to pick it up. i showed up, but i showed up 2 hours before the store closed and they didn't have any more copies left. they weren't able to get anymore of them until a week later, which screwed me over because if i would have ordered it on Amazon, i would have gotten it for 6 bucks less (including standard shipping and handling) two days after it released rather a whole week. it would have been cheaper because of (1) the retail price is below the price sold at the store and (2) the difference between S&H and the tax given at the store.

so to sum up, i ordered on Amazon for Pearl and the total with S&H came to $39.50, while the store price is $39.99, and with tax, it'll come to a total of about $43-44. i'd rather pay less and have it be taken to me after a few days wait then pay more and go to the store and find out that they don't have any more copies.

~NeonFire~ March 26th, 2007 6:15 AM

I'm not real fond of Electronics Boutique myself, so I preordered mine on Amazon. I got the Free Super Saver Shipping thing, so that was taken care of, and it came to $51 Canadian altogether. ($43 US Dollars) That's because taxes are a bit higher in Newfoundland and Labrador.

I never have and never will trust ebGames when it comes to the fact that I want something within a few days of release. Amazon is usually great with that. My last pre-ordered item arrived on release date.

Absolitude March 26th, 2007 1:53 PM

If i were you i would pre-order. So i can escape all the crazyness of getting it on game day. I would pre-order but i am going to spend all of my $ buying new game from target.

Neko March 26th, 2007 5:10 PM

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Originally posted by Samson
you must also consider that your reservation may be overceded when it comes to the supply of games at just one store. i remember reserving Diddy Kong Racing at Gamestop and having classes the day i was supposed to pick it up. i showed up, but i showed up 2 hours before the store closed and they didn't have any more copies left. they weren't able to get anymore of them until a week later, which screwed me over because if i would have ordered it on Amazon, i would have gotten it for 6 bucks less (including standard shipping and handling) two days after it released rather a whole week. it would have been cheaper because of (1) the retail price is below the price sold at the store and (2) the difference between S&H and the tax given at the store.
Oh, so you mean by just reserving you ae only garunteed on getting one; not when you'll get it or anything? Geez..that sucks, then what's the point of reserving in the first place? lol

Well thanks a lot for the info guys, it really helped me out. :) Maybe if I can convince my mom that it's cheaper getting it from Amazon then she'll let me..*hopefully*

Abby3563663 March 26th, 2007 5:42 PM

I've never had a problem getting a reserved game on its release date—stores shouldn't be taking pre-orders before they have their allocations, and once they do, they shouldn't exceed them. o.o; Just bare in mind that with Amazon, you will have to wait for it to be shipped. I personally think that it'd be faster to just go out and purchase it. Again though, up to you.

Neko March 26th, 2007 5:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Abby (Post 2424169)
I've never had a problem getting a reserved game on its release date—stores shouldn't be taking pre-orders before they have their allocations, and once they do, they shouldn't exceed them. o.o; Just bare in mind that with Amazon, you will have to wait for it to be shipped. I personally think that it'd be faster to just go out and purchase it. Again though, up to you.


I'm just afraid they'll run out before I get a chance to get one. x__x

My mom said I couldn't buy it from Amazon. *darnit* But the money problem's with her...I don't mind reserving it as long as I get it the quickest x.x

Abby3563663 March 26th, 2007 6:02 PM

I don't think that'll be the case. Pokemon, while still popular, isn't the phenomenon it used to be, so I'm sure you'll be able to find it at a local store like Wal-mart or Target. If you're still concerned, a pre-order from a games store will almost certainly ensure that you get it at launch, plus most places are giving away exclusive styluses with pre-orders.

Sparks March 26th, 2007 7:17 PM

I don't really understand the issue with pre-ordering. I mean usually the extras that come with the pre-order really aren't worth it and you can buy the game from a fully stocked store a week later. That's what I did for Pokemon: FireRed and I got the game about 5 days before my friend who pre-ordered it did.

I'll never understand why people pre-order. Importing is another story however.

typeZERO March 26th, 2007 8:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Abby (Post 2424195)
I don't think that'll be the case. Pokemon, while still popular, isn't the phenomenon it used to be, so I'm sure you'll be able to find it at a local store like Wal-mart or Target.

Heh you should see how it is here in stockton. Heck about 20,000 people came to get their reserved Emerald version (excluding me). You here me? 20,000!!! Anyways if you live somewhere close to Stockton or live in California or New York , You're most likely to find barely any D/P games left =P

Innagadadavida March 26th, 2007 11:01 PM

I'm contemplating pre-ordering mine from Best Buy's website. But I wonder... Do they ship it the day it comes out, or a little before? And will I still get my super cool stylus? Does anybody know?

Kirokusclone March 27th, 2007 2:48 AM

I allready paid 22 for the game so I only have like 13 dollars for the game, but I could go and put some mroe down on the game today.

~NeonFire~ March 27th, 2007 8:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Innagadadavida (Post 2424329)
I'm contemplating pre-ordering mine from Best Buy's website. But I wonder... Do they ship it the day it comes out, or a little before? And will I still get my super cool stylus? Does anybody know?

I preorder from Amazon, so it could be different, but usually with them things are shipped a day before release, or on release sometimes for people that preorder,

Samson March 27th, 2007 9:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Lightning Rider (Post 2424251)
Heh you should see how it is here in stockton. Heck about 20,000 people came to get their reserved Emerald version (excluding me). You here me? 20,000!!! Anyways if you live somewhere close to Stockton or live in California or New York , You're most likely to find barely any D/P games left =P

yeah, NO LIE. millions of DSes are getting sold just for D/P and old fans who once gave up on pokemon are excited to take part in D/P because its features.

Innagadadavida March 27th, 2007 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Samson (Post 2424620)
yeah, NO LIE. millions of DSes are getting sold just for D/P and old fans who once gave up on pokemon are excited to take part in D/P because its features.

I wonder if this means that Pokecommunity is going to get a rush of new members. I'm not going to lie, the whole reason I returned was to talk about D/P.

Thunderdash March 27th, 2007 12:10 PM

i have all ready got some Pokemon stylus 4 the ds on ebay from japan all i got to do is to know when Pokemon D/P came out in the uk then i will just preorder it on play. com

it better to preorder because u know you will get it

Absolitude March 27th, 2007 12:50 PM

Scratch what i said earlier. I have just pre-ordered from target yesterday, and i got the stylus and a cool looking gift card. I think if you have atleast $5.00 then go and pre-order. It is really worth it, not only is the stylus and gift card cool, but with target they hold your game for 7 days so that you can wait out the crowds before you get it. Plus i'm getting it a day earlier on the 21st. =]

GottaLuvPikachu March 27th, 2007 7:17 PM

I wonder if I should hold a copy @ Target for a $5 deposit. I wouldn't NEED the stylus, but It'd be cool to have. Do they take your name down? Or is it like a raincheck, where you fill our a form and they give you a carbon copy or something?

Samson March 28th, 2007 8:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Innagadadavida (Post 2424646)
I wonder if this means that Pokecommunity is going to get a rush of new members. I'm not going to lie, the whole reason I returned was to talk about D/P.

same here actually lol... i joined right when i heard the news of DP, and since there was an obvious time gap, i've been binding my patience with.... well, look at my sig! =j

Absolitude March 28th, 2007 9:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GottaLuvPikachu (Post 2425179)
I wonder if I should hold a copy @ Target for a $5 deposit. I wouldn't NEED the stylus, but It'd be cool to have. Do they take your name down? Or is it like a raincheck, where you fill our a form and they give you a carbon copy or something?

Well when you get the card the guy gives you a receipt that says how much money you put on it. Keep it, and when the day comes and you go there show them the card, and receipt for proof of purchase. If you have no receipt they can only vouch for about $5.00. I'm keeping them in a top secret place (under my clothes stack) =] No one will ever know...

Neko March 28th, 2007 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparks (Post 2424236)
I don't really understand the issue with pre-ordering. I mean usually the extras that come with the pre-order really aren't worth it and you can buy the game from a fully stocked store a week later. That's what I did for Pokemon: FireRed and I got the game about 5 days before my friend who pre-ordered it did.

I'll never understand why people pre-order. Importing is another story however.

Well, to tell you the truth, I really don't care about getting the stylus (I'll probably just give it to my friends anyway lol). I only care about which way is getting it sooner; preodering, or waiting until it comes back in stock? I honestly don't know how many people like the Pokemon games where I live (though there ARE quite a few in my school) but I don't want to take the risk of not preordering and then finding out I have to wait until the store gets more games..

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Originally posted by Absolitude
Plus i'm getting it a day earlier on the 21st. =]
So if you preorder you'd get it a day BEFORE it comes out? Then that pretty much goes against what Samson was saying about you having to wait, because you'll be able to get it before everyone else, right? (unless everyone else preordered theirs too lol) and unless you wait untill late on the 22nd or the day after maybe..

Absolitude March 28th, 2007 10:34 AM

That's what the target guy said, and another reason to pre is that the stylus works well with Pokemon ranger for some reason. I recommend getting your pre at target 'cause while your there, they have every single ds game at $24 each. Just another reason the pre there. =D

WaveBurst March 28th, 2007 12:28 PM

I'm rather lucky...Since I am from England I would have waited until like June 30th but thanks to ebay I can it the same time as you guys I've already put £100 in my paypal JUST to make sure

~*!*~Tatsujin Gosuto~*!*~ March 28th, 2007 1:41 PM

Yea I'm also getting mines a day early

:t354:~*!*~Queen Boo~*!*~

Abby3563663 March 28th, 2007 5:18 PM

Most places that offer pre-orders tend to use overnight shipping on their stock, so yeah, if you pre-order, you should get it sooner. If you really want the game, it's almost guaranteed that you'll have it by release if you pre-order it. You should go ahead and do it, unless I've missed a reason why you can't. o.o;

karl 557 March 29th, 2007 6:45 AM

Same here, i live in england but now i have pre-ordered i should get it at the same time as the usa for a cheap price.I am crazy about this game,i can smell the games in the air.I wonder if ill get the free ds stylus...

Innagadadavida March 29th, 2007 11:18 PM

I just pre-ordered. They were out of Diamond, so I had to settle for Pearl.

Is it just me or is Pearl looking like the Blue version of this generation? Less people interested...

Anyway, I got my super cool Palkia stylus. Something about playing Metroid with my new stylus makes me rule ten times harder at it.

I love Pokemon.

Samson March 29th, 2007 11:32 PM

teehee i knew pearl would sell less... that's why i ordered it! XD

WaveBurst March 30th, 2007 12:34 AM

Why is that?....Do people prefer the Box Art lol

Neko March 30th, 2007 7:34 AM

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Originally Posted by WaveBurst (Post 2426936)
Why is that?....Do people prefer the Box Art lol

Well they could also prefer Dialga over Palkia too y'know. ;P

Plus yeah. Everyone wuvs blue lol and if they do get Diamond I would see why they choose it for the color/Dialga, because what else is different from the two?

Innagadadavida March 30th, 2007 9:44 AM

More people chose Red version because it had Charzard on the cover.

Palkia looks weird if you're not used to it. Dialga looks less odd at first, I think.

Plus, Diamond, is the hardest substance on Earth. Definitely more notable than Pearls.

Midnight Beat March 30th, 2007 3:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Samson (Post 2426911)
teehee i knew pearl would sell less... that's why i ordered it! XD

I'm right there with you. Besides ruby I have always bought the less popular or 'blue" version first.

Ho-oh arabia March 30th, 2007 4:03 PM

ho-oh says
This is what i know
1. You must deposit 5$ for the reserve
2. for gamestop, you get the stylus after the release of the game. at target, you get the stylus of your choice as soon as you preorder.
3. Usually, pokemon games cost 35$
4. The reserve copy is held 2-4 days after initial release
hope this helps,
ho-oh

Innagadadavida March 30th, 2007 4:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ho-oh arabia (Post 2427507)
4. The reserve copy is held 2-4 days after initial release

But it's always better to pick it up on release day. Some stores will sell the copy they reserve for you if they are out of stock, and hold another copy for you when they get another shipment.

Ho-oh arabia March 30th, 2007 4:30 PM

Of course it is. just pointing out the max number of days before the game is taken off hold.

typeZERO March 30th, 2007 5:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Absolitude (Post 2424738)
Scratch what i said earlier. I have just pre-ordered from target yesterday, and i got the stylus and a cool looking gift card. I think if you have atleast $5.00 then go and pre-order. It is really worth it, not only is the stylus and gift card cool, but with target they hold your game for 7 days so that you can wait out the crowds before you get it. Plus i'm getting it a day earlier on the 21st. =]

Heh heh exactly why I'm reserving there =)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Absolitude (Post 2425518)
Well when you get the card the guy gives you a receipt that says how much money you put on it. Keep it, and when the day comes and you go there show them the card, and receipt for proof of purchase. If you have no receipt they can only vouch for about $5.00. I'm keeping them in a top secret place (under my clothes stack) =] No one will ever know...

Same thing with when you reserve other games. Like how I reserved GTA San Andreas and a guy gave me a reciept and I put around $50.00 on it. Yeah , Toys R' Us and Walmart do the same thing but Target is way cheaper =P

diamondisgonnarock April 7th, 2007 7:45 PM

Paying it off fully when i go to is more convinet 4 me cuz i dont need to worry about not spending my money b4 the game comes out and not having enough to get it the day it comes out and il be mad so i just pay it off all they when i go to pre order

Empass April 8th, 2007 8:52 PM

I reserved Diamond but now that I think of it, I'm gonna go back to my local Target and see if I can switch my preorder to Pearl instead. Reading that Pearl would be unpopular, there would be 2 advantages to it:
1) All the Pokemon I like are on Diamond (the version exclusives) but I figure, if there are less Pearl versions out there, that would make finding trades relatively easy
2) Probably, if I didn't pick up my copy the day after its release, I could probably have a better chance of finding Pearl copies rather than Diamond.

I think too much don't I? >.>

But what is all this talk about Target releasing it on the 24th for preordered customers? I don't remember them telling me that when I reserved my copy >.>

Myzou April 9th, 2007 4:52 AM

I went down yesterday to preorder... after noticing the only people in the mall were near hometown buffet, I remembered what day it was -.- The ONE day I have time to go and preorder, and it HAS to be easter -.- store closed

and to above poster, people who preorder online have to wait 3 days for it to ship to them =P

Empass April 9th, 2007 10:04 AM

OH! those are for those who preordered online... I see, that makes sense.

That sucks though, the only time you're free is on Easter? =/

But still, even if it ships on the 21st for them, UPS/USPS/FedEx don't deliver on Sundays, so they HAVE to ship on the 21st.


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