I'll be heading over to my Best Buy when I get off at work at 11pm that Monday night. I'll be bringing my coupon for a $10 gift card with purchase of MW2 which I'm only paying $30 with the Buy 1, get 50% off deal back in August. Man, I'm saving SO much money this fall, it's insane!=D #callofdutymodernwarfare2
I'll be picking it up at midnight from GAME in Coventry. Trading in the copy of FIFA 10 I got with my PS3 Slim to get the standard edition half price, ftw.
My justification is I want to report on the launch for my weekly university portfolio article. But really I just wanna play that campaign so much! #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@heretrix: Technically, this is a midnight console launch also. I will be picking up my MW2 XBOX 360 with 250gb hard drive at midnight. Woohoo!!! #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@wtf_G:
Why are consoles any different? I'm pretty sure I explained that.
I didn't judge anyone unlike you. I just said the practice itself is dumb.Now dumb may be a strong word for it, silly might be appropriate but it's my opinion. Feel free to agree or disagree..And what the fuck is this nerd nonsense? What are you 11 years old or something? #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@heretrix: Its all a matter of opinion really. If you simply cant wait for one of the most hyped games of the year then a midnight release is an awesome idea.
Its not like it happens for every game, but when you think that this game has broken pre order sales in most countries then you can imagine that there are bound to be people willing to queue for a midnight release.
From a stores point of view, its better that than have hundreds of people queueing in the morning and risk losing casual customers (parents and lil kids and what not).
And you are a nerd...you are on a video games blog...we all are. The first step is admitting it. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@heretrix: I'm with WTF_G on this one. Why is a game launch any different from say...a 24 hour wal-mart? The store is open, the game is there to be bought. Hell, I've held a MW2 in my hands already. The sooner it can be played, the better.
@AzzA-D: "And you are a nerd...you are on a video games blog...we all are. The first step is admitting it."
I'll leave that to you. I prefer not to label myself. I don't do it to other people either. It's not a big thing, I just consider it unnecessary. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@Noyse: I guess it's because I've never seen a game that I couldn't pick up during normal store hours and I can't remember any game that I wanted so bad that I would go out in the middle of the night to get it.
With Amazon shipping games to you release day and in some cases, a day before and stores breaking street dates left and right, I feel it's kind of silly.To each his own I guess.
I remember everyone lining up outside Best Buy when MGS 4 came out and laughing to myself because a store right up the street was selling it already. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@heretrix: Midnight launches used to mean something. they were few and far between. Now There are a dozen plus a year. Ill let you in on a secret there are not that many games that deserve a midnight launch #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@heretrix:
Just because YOU don't feel like going to midnight launches does not mean it's dumb.
For me, midnight isn't really late. I'm typically out during those hours, so why not stop by and grab a video game I enjoy?
I've always managed to meet some pretty cool people at these events. Made a few friends here and there, trade xbox gamertags, etc etc. Usually at the store I go to for these launch events, some people bring their TVs and game consoles and we all play some smash bros. or whatnot. It's quite fun. And the last one I went to (ODST, not a big fan but I wanted to grab it for my brother), we got a free spicy chicken sandwich/drink from chik-fil-a, and various other discounts from stores in the area I often shop at.
@Mmm, Poptarts.: All of that stuff you mentioned I've been able to do during normal business hours. I work 9-5 and as much as I love gaming, I'm not losing any sleep over it. I don't consider midnight late, I just don't feel the need to go out and buy games at that hour when they are available during regular store hours.
Trust me, there will be more than enough MW2 copies for everyone stores will be swimming in them for the next year..AT LEAST.
As for the nerd thing, like I said, it's uncalled for. I don't consider anyone here a nerd, just gamers. But no worries. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@darrylsolo: Exactly.That's why I mentioned new console launches.
Those used to happen every 5 years or so.Even then, I've never felt the need to do it. I've always been able to get the console I wanted at launch. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
I have my Xbox 360 Hardened Edition reserved at Gamestop, but the Best Buy near me (Santana Row in California) is having a midnight launch and I might go over there to see how theirs goes too. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
I've only done one midnight launch - Super Smash Brothers Brawl - and that was with a friend, and to support the only independent game store in my college town.
@Salen: Probably depends on what your pre-order was. Regular or Hardened edition? You can probably run over to the Best Buy that is and get a preorder in on that and just cancel your old one. Prestige Edition? Probably not transferable since they might not have as many units of those.... #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@CustomFirmware: Unless someone from Infinity Ward/Activision gave you the game, aren't you running the risk of having a banned account? #callofdutymodernwarfare2
Definitely! And noob toobs don't kill someone a million miles away! It usually takes two to kill someone! One if your lucky or they are low on health! #callofdutymodernwarfare2
"Is anyone here going to be staying up late come this Monday? If so, what platform are you getting it for?"
I'll be getting my well-deserved sleep knowing that nobody would be stupid enough to purchase the PC version after IW put it through the corporate grinder. RIP MW2, you had potential, but faceplanted miserably in the end. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
@Tyber_Zann: And you sir are the reason people make stupid online petitions thinking their teenage angst will actually make those big corporations care a damn about your pittance of a contribution to their profit line.
@Scazza: Teenage? I wish I were still that young and naive. I'm in my mid 20's, and petitions are at least better than crying about something and doing nothing about it. If voices are not heard, corporations will simply think there is no problem and go ahead with their agenda. You speak with your wallet, and they will hear.
Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to matter to IW and Activision, who fail to realize that the PC community is what MADE this game this popular. At this point it will make millions and they won't give a damn, but at least the PC community banded together for the most part and wouldn't buy that piece of shit game if we had guns to our heads. See if the console community has that kind of devotion. We may have lost the battle, but we'll always win the war.
Enjoy your dumbed down 9v9, laggy, forced DLC, corporate-controlled hype-machine pile of garbage they call MW2, while I play some real games with no constraints this holiday season. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
I already got my copy already. My local game retailer breaks release date all the time. I've only played the campaign thus far, and all I will say is it is amazing. The story thus far is great and the infinite spawning appears to be gone. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
Even Fred Meyer (a local department store/supermarket chain) will be opening at midnight for Modern Warfare 2. That's pretty unheard of for people like me who live in the Seattle area. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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My justification is I want to report on the launch for my weekly university portfolio article. But really I just wanna play that campaign so much! #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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ha ha ha. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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If someone likes a game enough to want to buy it right away, who's to judge? Other nerds on a video game blog? I think not. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Why are consoles any different? I'm pretty sure I explained that.
I didn't judge anyone unlike you. I just said the practice itself is dumb.Now dumb may be a strong word for it, silly might be appropriate but it's my opinion. Feel free to agree or disagree..And what the fuck is this nerd nonsense? What are you 11 years old or something? #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Its not like it happens for every game, but when you think that this game has broken pre order sales in most countries then you can imagine that there are bound to be people willing to queue for a midnight release.
From a stores point of view, its better that than have hundreds of people queueing in the morning and risk losing casual customers (parents and lil kids and what not).
And you are a nerd...you are on a video games blog...we all are. The first step is admitting it. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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I'll leave that to you. I prefer not to label myself. I don't do it to other people either. It's not a big thing, I just consider it unnecessary. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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With Amazon shipping games to you release day and in some cases, a day before and stores breaking street dates left and right, I feel it's kind of silly.To each his own I guess.
I remember everyone lining up outside Best Buy when MGS 4 came out and laughing to myself because a store right up the street was selling it already. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Just because YOU don't feel like going to midnight launches does not mean it's dumb.
For me, midnight isn't really late. I'm typically out during those hours, so why not stop by and grab a video game I enjoy?
I've always managed to meet some pretty cool people at these events. Made a few friends here and there, trade xbox gamertags, etc etc. Usually at the store I go to for these launch events, some people bring their TVs and game consoles and we all play some smash bros. or whatnot. It's quite fun. And the last one I went to (ODST, not a big fan but I wanted to grab it for my brother), we got a free spicy chicken sandwich/drink from chik-fil-a, and various other discounts from stores in the area I often shop at.
And I think you're taking the "nerd" thing a bit too seriously. :p #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Trust me, there will be more than enough MW2 copies for everyone stores will be swimming in them for the next year..AT LEAST.
As for the nerd thing, like I said, it's uncalled for. I don't consider anyone here a nerd, just gamers. But no worries. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Those used to happen every 5 years or so.Even then, I've never felt the need to do it. I've always been able to get the console I wanted at launch. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Going to Best Buy alone just doesn't have the same charm. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Anyone know if it's possible to transfer my Pre-order to that store? #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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I love street date breakers :D #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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I doubt it, because a lot of people got it legitimately and I doubt MS would want to ban people for buying the game legally. It's not our fault.
Also, around 2000 people are playing it online. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Please tell me multiplayer is like MW1 but 1 million times improved. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Definitely! And noob toobs don't kill someone a million miles away! It usually takes two to kill someone! One if your lucky or they are low on health! #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Prestige Edition - PS3
It will be overnighted and should show up at the studio the Tuesday morning. ($183.96 yikes! = P ) #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Ha, I can afford it. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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I'll be getting my well-deserved sleep knowing that nobody would be stupid enough to purchase the PC version after IW put it through the corporate grinder. RIP MW2, you had potential, but faceplanted miserably in the end. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Drop in the bucket, and all that... #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to matter to IW and Activision, who fail to realize that the PC community is what MADE this game this popular. At this point it will make millions and they won't give a damn, but at least the PC community banded together for the most part and wouldn't buy that piece of shit game if we had guns to our heads. See if the console community has that kind of devotion. We may have lost the battle, but we'll always win the war.
Enjoy your dumbed down 9v9, laggy, forced DLC, corporate-controlled hype-machine pile of garbage they call MW2, while I play some real games with no constraints this holiday season. #callofdutymodernwarfare2
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