Shark747 Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 I think you may be assuming too much about that email. It stated it would be shipped out on the release date. Outcast has a definite in-store date. As far as I understand the release date is the date the game ships out and the in-store date is the day it will definitely be on shelves. If I'm wrong somebody correct me. I have a feeling they are shipping the game out on the 26th or 27th and then telling stores not to put it on shelves until the 29th. The U.S. mail system isnt perfect so I would think that they ship to retail stores a few days early so that any problems with delivery can be solved and still have the game in stores on time. Plus, that email response was pretty vague. I sent lucasarts an email about my pre-order and asked them specifically when it will be shipped. Hopefully they will give me a more precise answer. BTW, I checked gamestop, they have the release date set for 3/27/02 on the regular version and 3/28/02 for the collector's edition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ham Yoyo Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 Its a good thing that I decided to buy it at a store when it comes out. I had a horrible experience when I pre-ordered Episode I on VHS when it came out. I ordered it because a free copy of the Episode I Insiders Guide came with it. I didn't get my Episode I tape until a whole week after it was in stores. And to pour salt in the wound the Episode I Insiders Guide that they sent was scratched and didn't work. I called them and they wouldn't even swap it out. I think this was from Bestbuy.com . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Obi Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 That's it, I'm sending another message to "Sara" from LEC and asking if the product is shipped on the release date or the in-store date. That should lay this debate to rest. I'll report whatever I find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickeleye Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 I don't wanna be rude, but, I'd hardly compare LucasArts to Lucasfilm when it comes to games. Just because things didn't work out with your Episode 1 video has nothing at all to do with LucasArts' shipping for games. They're two different branches. Anyway, I'm keeping the faith in LEC...... I've had nothing but good results with them and I expect good results this time around as well. Â Sorry, DVD... my mistake. Either way, don't get sour on LEC just yet. Especially if you haven't had too much experience with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qel Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 Well said Nickeleye!!! Â I have preorder a couple of titles before from LEC and I didn't have much problems with them!!!! Â Qel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squalliss Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 Yes, you can't compare the two, however, I am telling you from experience not to trust LEC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-street Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 i'm just wondering if anyone has heard anything yet.. if it really won't be shipped until the 29th.. Â if it is shipped the 29th that would suck since its a friday and the sunday doesn't count as a shipping day.. Â i would definately rather cancel my order and just truck it on down to the local EB.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qel Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 Ebgames has changed ship date from April 2nd to March 27th  So there is a good possibility for those who ordered from LEC to get their pre-orders on 29th!!!  Qel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shark747 Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 I got a reply from the LucasArts company store.....same exact response that was already seen. Apparently it was an automated response, I did however pre-order from EB when it was only 40 bucks, they sent me an update that the ship date is now the 27th, so I'll just cancel my LEC order....didnt need the lapel pin anyway. EB and Gamestop right now have free shipping or discounted over-night prices. As to when Lucasarts will ship...could be between the 26th-29th, anybody's guess is as good as mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickeleye Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 I just went to EB's website and Gamestop's. As of right now niether one is selling JO for less than $49.99. While Gamestop is offering free 2-day shipping and EB is doing the same (or $5 off overnight shipping), It still appears that people ordering from either one of these places will probably still only get the game on the 29th. Looks like there's not going to be much difference between these places and LEC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickeleye Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 I just went to EB's website and Gamestop's. As of right now niether one is selling JO for less than $49.99. While Gamestop is offering free 2-day shipping and EB is doing the same (or $5 off overnight shipping), It still appears that people ordering from either one of these places will probably still only get the game on the 29th. Looks like there's not going to be much difference between these places and LEC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rat Boy Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 When you get it from LEC will depend on a) where they ship it from and b) where you are in relation to a), and of course WHEN they ship it. I don't have to have things shipped from EBgames overnight, for example, since I am very very close to the FedEx distribution center. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-street Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 I was concerned with this so i emailed LEC and this is the response i got   Hello Andrew,   Thank you for your reply. The LucasArts Company Store new game policy is "When you pre-order a new game you are guaranteed to receive your order in-home the same week the game is available in stores or we will refund your shipping and handling charges (valid for the U.S. addresses only)".   Please contact us if we can further assist you.   Thank you for your patience, LucasArts Company Store 1-888-532-4263    hehehe that is why the shipping handling is free.. so they don't have to refund you anything  --edit--  on the other hand do they mean.. if the game comes out the week of the 29th that we will receive our game by saturday?  meaning that week or is it.. within a week of when the game comes out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MustangMatt302 Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 THANK YOU SO MUCH, H-Street, for that big time information. Muhahaha.......now you people that hate the LEC store can go cry yourselves on your big pilla! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TUS_Tomcat Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 Uhm, the same week? Â That can still be later than the stores. If i lived in the US (but i dont ) I'd just walk into one of those EBs (i was in the us once, those stores are cool, dont have anything like it here) and BUY the copy right there and then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickeleye Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 That e-mail is a load of crap. It's a standard e-mail they send to everyone who asks about pre-order shipment. I got the EXACT same letter over a month ago when I was asking about when I would receive the game. Don't take it literally. All it is is a disclaimer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthMaximus Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 Saturday IS the last day of the release week. I REALLY think it will be there Friday. This game is HUGE and they know it. I think they would want to give us something for all the disapointments in the past. Please LEC, Redeem yourself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shark747 Posted March 15, 2002 Share Posted March 15, 2002 I would think everyone will have it by the 29th that preordered with Lucasarts. I canceled mine today though. I got it at EB when it was 10 bucks cheaper and I ordered overnight delivery, so I may even get it on the 28th with EB's new ship date. I would rather get the game by FedEx instead of USPS anyway. I don't really wanna hurt the mailman if he sticks the game in the wrong mailbox, but you gotta do what you gotta do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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