Ramar Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Don't you need photo ID? I don't suppose a birth certificate is good enough, though I do have a copy. I don't have a drivers license, yet. I should get one.. And no passport either. Except my old expired child passport. How about take your birth certificate with the expired passport. That way they've got a photo, the dates will match, and you'll get your game, if they aren't evil bastards. Without ID how do you get alcohol?
DiemetriX Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 I think I'm getting my copy this week With my luck it will be as late as Friday :/ but then I have the weekend to play ^^
Guest Jordan Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Gunna head to the local electrical store today during work at some point, try to see if i can reserve a copy.
flameboy Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Well I'm hoping game do the business and get this out to me early as Monday is my day off work...but it depends how strict they are in sending the stock out to suppliers etc...Remember when Halo came out on a Wednesday was it? and we had it in the week before.
Jimbob Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Well I'm hoping game do the business and get this out to me early as Monday is my day off work...but it depends how strict they are in sending the stock out to suppliers etc...Remember when Halo came out on a Wednesday was it? and we had it in the week before. May depend on how early you pre-ordered and what type of postage you paid to get it sent. As far as i know, GAME will send out the first batch in time for release and depending on how much was spent on postage or how good the postal service is around your area, you may get it earlier than release day. Worked for me when i pre-ordered Vegas 2, got it 3 days before release.
flameboy Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 May depend on how early you pre-ordered and what type of postage you paid to get it sent. As far as i know, GAME will send out the first batch in time for release and depending on how much was spent on postage or how good the postal service is around your area, you may get it earlier than release day. Worked for me when i pre-ordered Vegas 2, got it 3 days before release. Ordered it months and months ago...before I even had a PS3! and paid for normal postage as they always get it to me on the day of release or before...
martinist Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Most of the stuff i pre-order from GAME turn up a day early with free delivery. I don't think this will be any different. EDIT: just got this e-mail from GAME Their processing orders early again
Dante Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 GTAIV UK TV Commercial Analysis Empire review Let’s get straight to the point: GTA IV doesn’t reinvent the wheel. It sticks with the same mission-based structure as its predecessors, is crammed with challenges that inspire a nagging sense of déjà vu, and if you’re looking for a game that retools the freeform, sandbox adventure from the ground up, this isn’t it. However, what GTA IV does do is polish every facet of the franchise to within an inch of its life – from the bustling streets and cinematic presentation, to the brutal gunplay and dizzying car chases – in turn creating the ultimate GTA, a game that will delight the hardcore and newbies alike, and a title virtually guaranteed to be 2008’s biggest videogame. Ditching the series’ over-the-top badasses in favour of a realistic, downtrodden anti-hero, GTA IV adopts a more mature and less frivolous approach to its murderous plot, a move that will be welcomed by fans who’ll see how the series is growing with them. But while this restrained take allows for a grittier, more believable atmosphere, it’s the little things that make GTA IV an unfettered joy. From the new GPS that uses coloured lines to guide you through the busy streets – allowing players to focus on the action with the GPS in their peripheral vision, rather than constantly taking your eye off the road to squint at the tiny map – to the stripped-down displays that remove clutter from the screen, GTA IV feels friendlier and more accomplished than its predecessors. Moreover, while the developers introduced clumsy RPG elements in GTA: San Andreas that often brought the action crashing to a standstill, GTA IV’s more streamlined action means players can get straight down to business, gratification coming from seeing their character juggle relationships with key members of the criminal underworld, rather than buffing them out by pounding tedious gym machines for hours. Other clever tweaks – including the ability to restart missions, rather than trailing across the map to resume challenges – remove the niggling frustrations that hampered previous editions, but where GTA IV really shines is in its combat: unlike the ham-fisted shooting of old, which relied as much on luck as skill, the gunplay is sharp and instinctive, allowing players to lock on targets, nudge the reticule to take head- or leg-shots, or even duck behind cover and engage in tense shootouts. And with improved controls that allow for stylish drive-by shootings, wielding weapons in this latest GTA is more rewarding than ever. In terms of presentation, GTA IV is also spot on, thrusting players into a colossal city where the wrong side of town is squalid, threatening and has smacked-up hopheads aimlessly wandering the streets, areas in marked contrast to the rich residential districts where the stench of affluence hangs in the air. New ‘ragdoll physics’ – which allow the bodies of virtual humans to react like their floppy, real-world counterparts – also makes the game feel more earthy, and will be an endless source of amusement for sickos as they drive through crowds of bystanders to see their wobbly bodies bouncing off the hood of their ride. A wealth of new music, cars that handle like real-life vehicles and new multiplayer duels also help make GTA IV the most engaging release so far this year. And while it would’ve been interesting to see the developers experimenting with a new approach to the carnage, as an evolution of the world’s best-loved gangster game, GTA IV is damn-near perfect.
flameboy Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Most of the stuff i pre-order from GAME turn up a day early with free delivery. I don't think this will be any different. EDIT: just got this e-mail from GAME Their processing orders early again fuck yeah just checked my inbox I have the same email! GTA is nearly here!
flameboy Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 So could end up saturday or is that hoping too much?!
Guest Jordan Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 I went into the local electrical shop and pre ordered it today, 2nd on the 360 list. Should get it Tuesday.
Shorty Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 I also got that message, but it doesn't say it's being shipped, all it says is it's going into packaging earlier than usual, so we might get charged soon. On the other hand, if it's all packed and ready to go, they might just send it off, if they're feeling generous.
flameboy Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 I also got that message, but it doesn't say it's being shipped, all it says is it's going into packaging earlier than usual, so we might get charged soon. On the other hand, if it's all packed and ready to go, they might just send it off, if they're feeling generous. thats what I'm banking on!
Solo Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 This game couldn't be coming out at a worse time argh curse uni work!! XO Who bets some stores will break the street date eh? Here's looking at you Argos!
Noodleman Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 I know shopto.net where forced to sign a contract saying they wouldnt post copies before next monday, including staff ones. I assume other stores will be the same just to ruin everyones parade.
Nintenchris Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Yeah there is pretty much zero chance of anywhere posting it earlyer than monday... cos at shopto they did say that they had to sign something to say that they wouldnt post it before then... so im sure all the others have to do the same.
flameboy Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Yeah but game being game and the market leader and having a stupid amount of power will likely not have had to sign such things I reckon...
Tales Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 I know shopto.net where forced to sign a contract saying they wouldnt post copies before next monday, including staff ones. I assume other stores will be the same just to ruin everyones parade. Looks like I won't have it before Wednesday then
Shorty Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Looks like I won't have it before Wednesday then If it goes out first class and hits the first post monday there's no reason you can't get it tues. (unless your problem is you're unable to recieve it on tues)
Nintenchris Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Even Game woulda had to sign it ... especialy them cos there huge... if they broke street date then it would be a free for all.
McPhee Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Im working next Tuesday, but it's to my advantage! Im working 6:30-2:30 which means im in store half an hour before the shop opens, letting me grab my copy before they disappear off the shelves! The best part? When i finish at 2:30 im off until the 9th May!
Cube Posted April 21, 2008 Posted April 21, 2008 Also, aren't Rockstar making a fuss about the first 10 people to complete the game thing?
Aalborg Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 well just got at mail from gameplay. They too are starting to ship the games. Im not playing it before the 2 of may though. Have to work and wont "spoil" it by just playing a few hours.. i need to dig in.
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