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#1 Structures

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 04:10 PM

I missed pre-ordering the WiiU because i didn't really look into it when Gamestop pre-orders started, so i called up my local Gamestop and they said there was no way to pre-order now (Which i knew, of course), they did, however, say on launch-day to call back because they may have extras that were not pre-ordered. In my area practically no one knows about the WiiU. Is there any chance that they will have any and has anyone heard any rumors of when the next shipment of WiiU's are coming? Also to anyone that works at Gamestop: Do you normally get extra stock in for console/game releases?

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 04:14 PM

Well. I'd recommend going to the midnight launch or else your probably not getting one.. You should never assume that because you never know. I was a bit surprised when my local target sold out near me and don't forget, people will be searching around if their local Gamestop already sold out. If not, call almost every day and find out when they get their next shipment in and go that morning when they open.

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 04:15 PM

Yes, you could get one. All you need is luck.

You would think they would have some left over. Just cross your fingers.

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 04:16 PM

are midnight launches dependent on the gamestop or are they doing one everywhere?

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 04:21 PM

are midnight launches dependent on the gamestop or are they doing one everywhere?


Dependent on the GameStop. But, not many are having them at all. Your best shot is to call your local GameStop and ask, and hope for the best.

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 04:40 PM

Dependent on the GameStop. But, not many are having them at all. Your best shot is to call your local GameStop and ask, and hope for the best.

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 04:43 PM

They should show on the Gamestop site which areas are having midnight launches (the EB Games site shows for Canada). If nothing else give them a call to see if they are having one, and if not maybe Walmart would be your best bet if it's open at midnight. Basically whichever place is opening first, as long as you are there when they open and they have extra, you should be golden.
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Posted 14 November 2012 - 05:05 PM

Dependent on the GameStop. But, not many are having them at all. Your best shot is to call your local GameStop and ask, and hope for the best.

My Gamestop is not having a midnight release, but they are opening an hour earlier than usual to deal with the crowds they predict having. This may be something that Gamestops not having a midnight release will do...

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 05:17 PM

My GameStop has a midnight Release.

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 06:10 PM

Hope for the best dude, miricals do happen ocasionally.

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Posted 14 November 2012 - 06:34 PM

check your walmarts. many still have basic and deluxe in stock. Only in store, not website.

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Posted 17 November 2012 - 04:02 PM

so called my local gamestop and they said there is no way im getting WiiU, oh and i pretty much have to get it at gamestop because i have games and a ps3 to trade in and that's the only way i can afford it, hopefully i can get a WiiU next shipment :/

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Posted 17 November 2012 - 04:22 PM

Mine called today and said they are doing an early opening!!!!!!!

So instead of noon they open at 11 :P

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Posted 17 November 2012 - 04:33 PM

I'm actually on the line to buy to Wii U at Nintendo World! Already got a black wristband, so the Deluxe will be mine!

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Posted 17 November 2012 - 04:42 PM

Mine called today and said they are doing an early opening!!!!!!!

So instead of noon they open at 11 :P

Mine will open at 9 am. Manager wants to get rid of Wii U and pesky Wii U owners before regular store hours. :)





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