Best place to buy video games?
 

Whats up dudes, not sure how many of you guys play video games but I'm interested in purchasing a playstation 3 at the moment. Yeah I'm aware the ps4 is coming out in a few months but I don't want that first batch.

So where do you guys shop for your consoles and games? Best buy? GameStop? I'm looking for the ps3 slim 160gb or 320gb and I guess new is the way to go. Also does anyone have a hook up? Not brotha man from around the corner but rather a discount off a new console.

The games I'm interested in purchasing at the moment is mw3 and black ops 2

sometimes u find some gems on CL, otherwise I go to gamestop

I wouldn't mind buying a used game on CL but a console can be iffy. I found a few "like new" consoles on CL but when I ask if they still have the receipt to show proof when it was purchased, they give me the run around.

buying systems off CL can be iffy since you can't really test them out. Ebay seems like a good place. I remember few years ago I bought my PS3 from ebay and it was packaged with like 10 games, few controllers etc, and when I ended up reselling all the games, I ended up with a used ps3 for dirt cheap

^ did you buy it new or used from eBay and which version did you buy? I heard the slim 160 or 320 is the way to go.

Im also worried about the system crapping out after x amount of uses. Playstation gives a 1 year manufacture warranty but if I were to buy it used is it still valid if its within the year?

get a 360 and call it a day!.... just kidding....but not really

Most of my buds have the ps3. Also I hear you 360 guys have to pay $60 a year for Internet?

No I mean get games off of cl not consoles

yeah internet is a yearly subscription.....i guess if ur friends have ps3 then thats the way to go, all my buddies have 360

Yeah screw it I'm gonna buy it new. I'm shopping around for the ps3 slim 160gb or 320gb, already went to and/or called a few GameStops and best buys but no luck. I read they're the better better versions.

Gamestop! Get rid of any old stuff you have and trade it in. I always do that and don't bother keeping stuff that just collects dust. My last trade in round got me the Nexus 7 for only 114 bucks from 249 when it first came out. The prices on the ps3 should drop soon too.

Just made the purchase from amazon. They had the 160gb slim for $278 shipped.

I would've bought it used if I knew the seller played with it a couple hrs here and there and decided its not their cup of tea. Ehh w/e

Ive bought new PS3 games off ebay for dirt cheap.. like $35 shipped when they cost $65 with tax in the store.
Makes you wonder if they were stolen lol

Can't believe how many people are recommending GameStop. I guess you guys really don't shop around. GameStop has the worst pricing around, gives you dirt for trading games in and their stock almost never goes on sale. You're better selling your used games on ebay. I bought one game for $40, then sold it on ebay a month later for $38.

Buying wise I get all mine at amazon, new egg when they have sales and same with target. I'd also keep a watch on slickdeals.net. They always have videogame stuff posted up when games go on sale.

I found a better deal at RadioShack so I canceled my order on amazon lol. For $30 more I could buy a ps3 320gb and it comes with a freaking game (uncharted 3)! Sheesh, I need to keep shopping around.

I also think GameStop is a rip off especially since I found the previous deals.

Speaking of which, I have an amazing condition Sega dreamcast with tons of extras if any1 is interested

Radioshack been stepping up their game (no pun intended) lately :thumbup:

^ they're slacking on updating their website though. I tried to order one this morning and it showed it was in stock till I went through the entire process (billing, address, email) and then it said out of stock lol. I ended up purchasing it at J&R, new 320gb with mw3 for the same price.

WOW J&R!? that's old school lol

tony do you have the game Vanishing point? best car game ever

I'll have to look its been so long, I have football which was awesome cause all the plays were hidden in the controller, so you don't have to turn your head when your on defense lol

I've got that :thumbup:

I agree with everything you said. :thumbup:

Who cares about that. What about Sega Bass Fishing?

J&R is pretty old school, its my first purchase from them and possibly my last. Their warranty is only 14 days so I have to make sure this thing doesnt crap out on me after a couple hrs of use. Thats why I played MW3 for 4 hrs straight lol.

Btw MW3 isn't as good as black ops 2. Are there any other recommended ps3 games?

Normally I do shop around but yeah lately time is very limited. Wish I could spare the time and energy to do the eBay thing but career is consuming me whole lol. I have sold tons of stuff via CL and amazon when I had the time.

I will however take your advice and buy from Amazon better than GameStop. Your right about them not being the best but they do offer convenience and it works for some.

Amazon is even more convenient especially with a Prime account. At your door in 2 days.

Yes indeed. Just signed up. Saves me the trip up the block and the wait behind some grandma trying to get her grandkids the latest game lol

Question about Prime. For the free two day shipping fulfilment has to be by Amazon right?

For the most part yes. Sometimes though other's will offer it. When you're searching for something you'll now be able to filter by prime eligible stuff if you want.