GameStop LBP pre-order adds more God of War sackness
by Alexander Sliwinski 
{ Oct 7th 2008 at 1:00PM }
The details on getting the redemption code vary between online and in-store reservation, with online codes being sent out a week before the game ships and store codes available at time of reservation -- while supplies last (call ahead). No word yet if the Heavenly Sword Best Buy exclusive Nariko SackGirl will come with levels, extra characters and a dose of a "twing-twang."
[Via PS3 Fanboy]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
NaeemTHM @ Oct 7th 2008 1:04PM
OK I just want to make this clear: I'm am NOT trolling.
Alright now that that's out of the way, I'm I the only person that doesn't get the hype for this game? I've watched dozens of videos and felt bored. What exactly is the attraction?
The True Gamer @ Oct 7th 2008 1:14PM
No, you are not the only one. I don't get it either. But then again, I don't care for platformers.
Marty @ Oct 7th 2008 1:20PM
I can somewhat understand why people are excited about it - visually, it's a good looking game, and it offers up some of the fun people have been having with apps like Garry's Mod, but on a console.
However, I think that the "magic" of the game will wear off pretty quickly, as I imagine most gamers out there would rather be the one playing levels rather than making them. I also think that once most of the odd gimmicky levels are out of the way, few people will want to spend hours crafting large, intricate maps, and fewer still will have the patience to seek them out among the rest of the content.
Christian @ Oct 7th 2008 1:21PM
Not everyone loves every game, why do that suprise you? Personally I am really excited about this game, even more so after playing the beta.
So for the time being you just have to deal with the rest of us being more excited about this game than you are :)
Red Leader @ Oct 7th 2008 1:25PM
To be honest, I paid so little attention to this game when it was first announced that I forgot about it until Joystiq braught it up again recently. It looks like a game geared toward girls who like adorable little "sack" doll toys or whatever they are.
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 1:27PM
The magic wears off for some and for others it doesn't it all depends on what your taste in games is, but why people feel the need to impose thier opinions on others and expect them to agree is beyond me.
Some of what you may like may bore me silly, but I've never found the need to mention how boring they are or why you get hyped about them.
Vince UK @ Oct 7th 2008 2:07PM
I'm guessing NaeemTHM that you don't own a PS3, so it's unlikely you would get the hype.
I don't understand the hype for the new Massey Ferguson 8690, but then I'm not a farmer.
Slayer @ Oct 7th 2008 2:16PM
@NaeemTHM
I'm a ps3 owner and I don't see it either. After looking at trailers and hearing about the beta, I just don't understand the hype. For those that do think this will be a good game, good for them. That just means another game they can add to their library. As for me though, I think I'm gonna pass on this one. The only game looking interesting to me at the moment is FarCry2.
TwEE @ Oct 7th 2008 4:51PM
The same reason the Conduit for the wii is hyped..
Rodrigo @ Oct 7th 2008 9:48PM
please, all of ya play the beta.
iRobot @ Oct 29th 2008 5:21PM
PLAY IT -- Only then will you understand
Snowblind @ Oct 7th 2008 1:08PM
I'm getting a little annoyed at just how many of these really cool costumes are promotional.. Keeping the Kratos/Nariko costumes unique to pre-orders is one thing, but just how many are they going to do?
Am I going to have ANY costumes in the game by default? I still haven't even recieved my Kratos code that the Official Playstation Magazine supposedly had.
Christian @ Oct 7th 2008 1:19PM
Received? It came as a little paper leaflet inside the UK magazine, and you then enter that code into the code redemption screen under transaction management.
Snowblind @ Oct 7th 2008 1:46PM
A lot of the magazines didn't come with one, and others got multiple codes. I'm waiting for an email to see if they can sort it out.
Seasarsee @ Oct 7th 2008 1:10PM
Yeah I know what you mean. I'm not as hyped up as others are about this game, but it still looks like it could be fun for awhile.
Residentevil72501 @ Oct 7th 2008 1:14PM
Ive had mine preordered from gamestop for weeks now and i have the code card hanging on my wall :) I cant wait! woot!
The Aggie CEO @ Oct 7th 2008 1:24PM
so yea......
I went to Gamestop today and they new NOTHING about the new stuff......lol....
hell Considering they held the Kratos codes until the game is released I'm fairly sure this will be part of it as well......they just need to do a better job of briefing their employees....
Vidikron @ Oct 7th 2008 1:28PM
Yeah, I also find it ridiculous that stores are handling it differently (i.e. there's no chain-wide policy). Some are handing the codes out when you pre-order, some are apparently handing them out when thegame launches, and some people are claiming there Gamestop told them the codes would be email to them.
I pre-ordered about a week ago and didn't get anything. So I just assumed they would be handed out at launch. But when I started reading this confusion I called today and the guy said they had the vouchers at the store and I needed to go pick one up before they run out. WTF?
Vidikron @ Oct 7th 2008 1:30PM
*their Gamestop
zero2dash @ Oct 7th 2008 3:33PM
Sorry for you guys. =(
Yeah I was given a code sheet when I reserved it. (I reserved Gears2 LE at the same time as well.)
[Fenton, MO - Gravois Bluffs location for me]
Vidikron @ Oct 7th 2008 4:41PM
I just went over my lunch break and picked mine up. So I'm all good here.
The Aggie CEO @ Oct 7th 2008 5:13PM
yea the store in Greensboro, NC are all giving them out when you pick them up on release date......
madphilb @ Oct 8th 2008 1:53AM
The codes are supposed to be given out at time of reservation, and there is a company-wide standard on that, however the tool that give that information is rather new and might not be available to them yet.
Some items are with pickup of the game (i.e. the Mirror's Edge bag) and some are with pre-order (the Fable II pub games and the LBP codes).
Just be sure to ask nice, being a jack-*ss won't get you anywhere with most people (though it might get your food server to spit in your food *ack*)
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 1:24PM
If you aren't hyped for the game, why ask why others are hyped for it? What you may not like, others will see the good in, thats what makes us different.
I don't like Halo, but you don't see me asking in Halo articles why people are so hyped about it.
No matter how much you deny it, its trolling, fullstop.
Red Leader @ Oct 7th 2008 1:28PM
You know what annoys the hell out of me? People who try to turn the question around on someone, when you just know they're trying to start an argument.
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 1:32PM
Who's starting an argument? It's okay not to like the game, but I never understand the purpose of asking why others like it because you (in general) don't.
That's imposing your opinion no matter how you look at it. Theres no reason to ask the question, just say it doesn't interest you, simple as that.
Red Leader @ Oct 7th 2008 1:37PM
The problem starts with you kids that sit there just waiting to cry troll on someone. You need to wake the hell up and realize that it's you, baby.
NaeemTHM @ Oct 7th 2008 1:38PM
Hey dumb dumb, I never said I didn't like the game. I just didn't understand the appeal. I merely asked my fellow Joystiqers why they liked it. I am allowed to ask people why they like something, right?
Or do you assume everyone has a giant stick up there ass like you?
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 1:42PM
Who you calling kid like as if you suddenly know me?
And is that the most intelligent comment you could come back with? Why not answer my question with a debate worthy answer?
Theres no need to ask why people like a game, they like it because they do, if you think it makes more sense to question why people like something with the idea of getting them to like what you like, that makes you ignorant, plain and simple.
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 1:52PM
@ NaeemTHM
But you said it makes you bored, that means you don't like it, why would you be bored of something if you did like it? That doesn't makes sense.
And why you couldn't have asked your question without it sounding so negative is beyond me. If you must know why people are interested in it, its because its either where thier tastes lie, or its what you happen to see as boring that they happen to like.
Thats like me asking people why they like chips, and I'd be labelled just the same way because its a stupid question, they like chips because they find it tasty, why else would they like chips? And yeah, LBP isn't chips, but in the ideology of personality preference, its the same way you would think to look at it.
I'm not hyping it, but I happen to find LBP one of the innovations of this gen considering everything else is made up mostly of FPS and 3rdps, I happen to find it charming. If you don't thats your problem, but you instantly annoyed me when you make it sound as if my personal preferences in something are crap and yours are great. You may not have meant it, but thats how your first question comes across, so it's likely I'd fire off my guns at you.
Red Leader @ Oct 7th 2008 1:53PM
I don't intend to "debate" anything with a kid. Oh and speaking of people making intelligent comments:
"Theres no need to ask why people like a game, they like it because they do, if you think it makes more sense to question why people like something with the idea of getting them to like what you like, that makes you ignorant, plain and simple."
If I'm curious about why a game is good, I'll ask someone why they like it. Asking why someone likes a game is not manipulation in the slightest. Your argument is flawed.
gg noob
Jakka @ Oct 7th 2008 2:01PM
...people used to(the hype has really died down now compared to what it used to be!) do it because before beta came out and resulted in mixed opinions from many gamers(sloppy controls,level editor etc.), you were literally downvoted within seconds should you not say how LBP is super awesome.
Anyway, I'm not sure what kind of a trolling is worse; me making a rant on how the hype is going to ruin this game after getting downvoted because I said that LBP Trophies weren't good or bad - just ordinary, or The Great Defender Duo(El Serpiente and Jack if I recall) cussing every possible insult at me while not bothering to even read the rant?
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 2:02PM
Red Leader, that reply makes me question you.
You say 'If I'm curious about why a game is good, I'll ask someone why they like it.' Which is the right thing to do.
But forget that this was not done in the first place, NaeemTHM was not curious, if he was curious he would have done what I do when I want to understand what a game is all about, go into the article and ask what the game is all about and what is the hype about. I wouldn't start of saying how boring the game looks and why people even like it.
That's not curiousity, thats just trolling, you throw around the words 'kid' and 'child' without realising where I or even you are coming from, maybe you should start again from the beginning, because right now you sound a bit like a lost sheep bleeting out of desperation.
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 2:09PM
Jakka, nobody expects you to like it, I certainly don't EXPECT you to like it, and I wouldn't downvote you because you have no interest in it, you have your own opinions on games, and you have just as much right as me to decide what you like and don't like, I'd only downvote you if you made it look as if my opinions and personal preferences in a game were rubbish by saying it looks boring then asking me why I even like it because I wouldn't do that to you, however, if I was genuinly curious about a game you happened to like, I'd ask you 'So I've heard about this game, whats it about? And whats with the hype?'
The game isn't perfect and it won't appeal to everyone, I'm neither hyping it nor saying it will dominate all things gaming, but I am excited about it. The hypers are the fanboys and they hype it because its a way to get a one up on other console owners, which in turn is stupid.
cc123 @ Oct 7th 2008 2:10PM
"do it because before beta came out and resulted in mixed opinions from many gamers(sloppy controls,level editor etc.),"
What exactly are you saying here? I don't think I'm understanding it correctly.
Jakka @ Oct 7th 2008 2:27PM
@cc123
In what sense? I didn't mean to say it was bad or mediocre, just that it changed people's opinion to a different degree. Some (still) absolutely loved it but I also saw plenty of people who disliked jumping mechanic as well as few that decided to rent the game instead judging from the beta experience they had.
cc123 @ Oct 7th 2008 2:32PM
It seems like you are implying that the hype for the game has died down because the beta received mixed opinions from gamers, which is complete bullshit. The reaction to the beta has been overwhelmingly positive.
That is why I asked for clarification.
Vidikron @ Oct 7th 2008 2:39PM
I curious, Jakka.... did you watch the video for that calculator level or the video in the link I posted that shows the level where you play a FF song by dragging a block past switches? Even someone as jaded as you about the game would still be impressed. Both are amazing in their own way.
Jakka @ Oct 7th 2008 3:02PM
And I was impressed.I never said I was "jaded" about the game either because all I ever said is that hype will fuck this otherwise good dame into the ground...okay maybe a little jaded.
...now I hope the guy behind calculator will put that skill to some use in making actual levels because
a) I'm seriously scared of what he'll think of next.
b) The calculator itself was lame.It's the "behind the scenes" part that made me shit my pants.
Vidikron @ Oct 7th 2008 3:24PM
Well, yeah, there's not much fun to be had with a simple calculator for the end user, I was just amazed by the accomplishment of creating one with a level editor. It's astounding.
It's stuff like that that gives me hope for what we might see out of the end user content. Even now I'm truly enjoying the beta. It's a lot of fun exploring all the end user levels. Seeing the various ideas and visions people had while creating levels. And the co-op is a blast.
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 3:25PM
Jakka, while the calculator or the tetris may not have been much, I think where the creativity lies is in the ability to actually make something like that. Minor though it may look, had I been told to make that, I wouldn't know where to start.
The calculator itself may not be a level worth getting sweaty under the armpits for, but its a start :) I think with time, seeing that kind of creativity, I think much more can be done, and at the same time goes to show the level of freedom the game offers. I think playing LBP tetris makes a difference from playing none stop platforming.
Theres nothing better then a vast array of opportunities when creating something, I'm not a limited person, so it annoys me when I'm restricted from doing something that would have otherwise made for a good concept. I expect to see other little nifty creations such as donkey kong levels and such. They may not be mind blowing or perfect, but which game or creation by someone is?
Although, saying that, Unreal tournament's lego and simpson levels were quite amazing :D
Arnon @ Oct 7th 2008 4:19PM
"Who's starting an argument? It's okay not to like the game, but I never understand the purpose of asking why others like it because you (in general) don't.
That's imposing your opinion no matter how you look at it. Theres no reason to ask the question, just say it doesn't interest you, simple as that."
1. You're starting the argument
2. He had no mention of an opinion except that he felt 'bored'.. and yes, you can still like a game even if it gets boring..
3. It's possible that he's asking because he wants to know the hype surrounding this game. He's not asking something like "This game sucks.. who the hell would like it?" He's asking "I don't understand the hype surrounding this game.. can someone please explain it to me of what features stand out in this game?" Because you know.. it's possible he doesn't know.
The Aggie CEO @ Oct 7th 2008 1:24PM
so yea......
I went to Gamestop today and they new NOTHING about the new stuff......lol....
hell Considering they held the Kratos codes until the game is released I'm fairly sure this will be part of it as well......they just need to do a better job of briefing their employees....
gonetotheedge @ Oct 7th 2008 1:27PM
My gamestop does not give out the preorder goodies untill you pick up the game. Guess they got tired of people losing codes and then complaining.
sodders @ Oct 7th 2008 1:27PM
So if I already have the Kratos Preorder.. do I need to go back and check to see if theres more to it than the code?
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 1:29PM
I knew there would be a Kratos specific level from the moment Kratos made an appearance, lol
Hopefully they add more popular characters to the list, I wouldn't mind seeing a Sack Ratchet :D
tmmoore_nc @ Oct 7th 2008 1:46PM
Good thing I have my Kratos pre-order code...and Nariko code. I can only imagine they won't add to the Nariko bonus to appease Gamestop.
Haggard (Mr.ESC resurrected on a... thursday?!) @ Oct 7th 2008 1:47PM
Some of the ads for this on TV (the UK's being flooded with them) are actually pretty good. Anyone else seen the one that starts out with the glowing eyes from Killzone 2 enemies, and then it turns out to be sackboys wearing Hellgast helmets?
j.howlett @ Oct 7th 2008 1:48PM
that looks good. i think they should promote upcoming games with lbp stuff. since ps3 isn't getting exclusive episodes we should get stuff to play with on lbp.
Maverick Saturn @ Oct 7th 2008 2:14PM
Well the little Killzone sack boys says it all, lol
Its a selling point, and a good way to play as characters you like in a calmer less brutal setting. I think Sackboy is good character to have as a mascot as its harmless and kind of game friendly.
The appearance of Kratos on Rachet, Pain or Locoroco would seem odd, but Sackboy not so odd :)