Where are you preordering from?

[thc_404 373]

Not a fan of Game Mania in my country as they are INSANE with their pricings. But I don't really have another option.

Edited July 18, 2018 by thc_404

[Morgan 1,020]

26 minutes ago, thc_404 said:

Not a fan of Game Mania in my country as they are INSANE with their pricings. But I don't really have another option.

Why insane? Same pricings as the rest of the world, right?

[thc_404 373]

Just now, Morgan said:

Why insane? Same pricings as the rest of the world, right?

Usually 10+€ more expensive than any other retailer. But the other nearest retailer is an hour and half away, so it doesn't make that much of a difference, I suppose...

[1898 2,042]

I went with Amazon - Ultimate.

Now waiting for that email. 

 

[DGSimo 4,583]

10 hours ago, 1898 said:

I went with Amazon - Ultimate.

Now waiting for that email. 

 

Oof you could of preordered the Ultimate on PSN or Xbox Live and been able to preload and play midnight EST.

 

Amazon is only selling you a retail code which could mean no preload and not being able to play until sometime on the 26th.

[1898 2,042]

Great, I thought of asking here before ordering but lesson learned.

The order says available at midnight but not when the code will arrive.

Edited July 19, 2018 by 1898

[joshua969 12,491]

Can you get a refund and just order through PSN store ?

Edited July 19, 2018 by joshua969

[1898 2,042]

I considered that but I'll just go with it. Pretty sure I'll at least get a code by midnight.

 

Edited July 19, 2018 by 1898

[Englishman1 122]

Don't use Amazon for new games they always come after release day

[Der Süden 1,609]

I don't know yet if the German version will be censored. If so then I will pre-order from Austria (gamesonly.at) where the German speaking version will be uncut.

[pjw 1,148]

On Amazon, a lot of games have the message "want it delivered the day it comes out?" displayed next to them, meaning they are eligible for release day delivery. This is not the case for Red Dead Redemption 2 at the moment, which is irritating as the likes of Days Gone and The Last of Us 2, games which release months after RDR2, have this option.  I'm hoping closer to release day more delivery options will be made available, don't think it's likely though.

 

Because of this I'm reconsidering preordering from Amazon. Might go with R* warehouse. Does anyone have experience ordering from the R* warehouse? How are they, do they deliver on time?

Any other recommendations? 

[Cheesy Vaginas 97]

5 hours ago, pjw said:

On Amazon, a lot of games have the message "want it delivered the day it comes out?" displayed next to them, meaning they are eligible for release day delivery. This is not the case for Red Dead Redemption 2 at the moment, which is irritating as the likes of Days Gone and The Last of Us 2, games which release months after RDR2, have this option.  I'm hoping closer to release day more delivery options will be made available, don't think it's likely though.

 

Because of this I'm reconsidering preordering from Amazon. Might go with R* warehouse. Does anyone have experience ordering from the R* warehouse? How are they, do they deliver on time?

Any other recommendations? 

I preordered GTA V special edition from Rockstar Warehouse. Arrived to my house on the day of release. So I assume the warehouse is pretty reliable for that.

[Mince 102]

I am wondering where to pre-order from. The last game I got on release day was Portal 2 in 2011 (from Amazon). I know a lot has changed since then like others mentioned. I'd be interested in picking up just the standard edition at midnight, does anyone know where that would be available in the US? I could probably wait for same day shipping if Rockstar's Warehouse offers it, but otherwise I would just go to a store. Would I be able to show up at Walmart or Gamestop at midnight and wait in line for it?

 

On 7/16/2018 at 9:21 AM, Dr.Rosenthal said:

Digital download from PS Store here. Because a) I'll get it at midnight, compared to mid-day 26th which would be the case with a physical copy b) I couldn't pre-order the Special Edition from my local game store when I wanted to purchase the pre-order.

 

The con is that I won't get a physical map, which I've gotten for every previous R* title to date, so that's kind of a bummer. But mostly it just sits in the case anyway since practically it's more convenient to use the in-game map ever since those got introduced to R*'s games.

 

Based on the preorder bonus description, I am wondering if the standard edition would even come with a map. Does anybody know? I'm a bit of a dinosaur, having been on PC gaming for several years, but I know console games don't have manuals anymore. Does that apply to Rockstar's traditional folding maps as well?

 

Edited July 28, 2018 by Mince
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[sarahwilson77 1]

8 hours ago, Mince said:

I am wondering where to pre-order from. The last game I got on release day was Portal 2 in 2011 (from Amazon). I know a lot has changed since then like others mentioned. I'd be interested in picking up just the standard edition at midnight, does anyone know where that would be available in the US? I could probably wait for same day shipping if Rockstar's Warehouse offers it, but otherwise I would just go to a store. Would I be able to show up at Walmart or Gamestop at midnight and wait in line for it?

 

 

Based on the preorder bonus description, I am wondering if the standard edition would even come with a map. Does anybody know? I'm a bit of a dinosaur, having been on PC gaming for several years, but I know console games don't have manuals anymore. Does that apply to Rockstar's traditional folding maps as well?

 

From the Rockstar website:

 

"DIGITAL PRE-ORDER BONUSES

In addition to the War Horse and Outlaw Survival Kit mentioned above, digital pre-orders on the PlayStation Store and Xbox Store will also receive these added rewards:

Cash Bonus for Red Dead Redemption 2 Story Mode: The Van der Linde gang is always looking for ways to make more money and bring in new supplies. This in-game cash bonus will give Arthur Morgan enough to buy a weapon, some food, a handful of useful items and ammunition.

Treasure Map: Secret buried treasure can be found throughout the world of Red Dead Redemption 2. This exclusive Treasure Map for Story Mode will give Arthur a head start on the hunt for hidden riches. Must pre-order by July 31, 2018."

 

Also the printed map is a collector's box exclusive:

 

"Treasure Map: Printed on durable, unrippable paper, this exclusive treasure map reveals the location of some buried treasure that may start Arthur on a search for more riches hidden throughout the world of Red Dead Redemption 2."

 

Source: https://socialclub.rockstargames.com/news/article/60459/The-Red-Dead-Redemption-2-Special-Edition-Ultimate-Edition-and-Collect

[Clancy the Bandito 2,039]

I bought it from the rockstar warehouse. I have high hopes that it will deliver to my house on that day or hopefully a day before.

[infectedG636 588]

I've preordered at my local GameStop. I think if I remembered I preordered the game in January 2017 then upgraded to the Ultimate Edition a couple months ago. 

 

Also, I preordered the Book guide on the R* website which I'm a little bit worried because they haven't charged me yet. It's my first time ordering something from the R* warehouse. Is that normal?

On 7/28/2018 at 2:47 PM, Mince said:

I am wondering where to pre-order from. The last game I got on release day was Portal 2 in 2011 (from Amazon). I know a lot has changed since then like others mentioned. I'd be interested in picking up just the standard edition at midnight, does anyone know where that would be available in the US? I could probably wait for same day shipping if Rockstar's Warehouse offers it, but otherwise I would just go to a store. Would I be able to show up at Walmart or Gamestop at midnight and wait in line for it?

 

 

Based on the preorder bonus description, I am wondering if the standard edition would even come with a map. Does anybody know? I'm a bit of a dinosaur, having been on PC gaming for several years, but I know console games don't have manuals anymore. Does that apply to Rockstar's traditional folding maps as well?

 

Here's the official R* newswire post for all the editions of the game. Hope it helps. Also yeah I'm sure Gamestop and Walmart would have midnight releases so no worries. 

https://www.rockstargames.com/newswire/article/60459/The-Red-Dead-Redemption-2-Special-Edition-Ultimate-Edition-and-Collect

[Horrid_Saiyam 3,533]

I preordered directly from psn store 

got myself a digital deluxe edition 

now it’s just waiting game 😢

[Frantz Fuchs 1,202]

Wherever is cheapest. Side note, is it just me or is this expensive for some reason? Normally new games are £40 or £45 max. I can't find it for less than £50 anywhere.

[Rockstar Vienna 2,479]

I pre-ordered at GameStop nearby. Release day is a holiday here in Austria. So if I pre-order from an online retailer i might be unlucky with the delivery and I'd have to wait till Monday. Could not handle that weekend without RDR!

[Yelda 863]

I pre-ordered a Ultimate Edition at GameStop. First time that I preorder a game.

So far it has always been enough for me to drive to the local electronic store and just buy it
But this time it´s different ^^ i can´t wait to hold this game in my hand ...  I think there is no MidnightRelease here in Germany? But it's ok for me, if I can play it at midday.

Edited July 31, 2018 by Yelda

[‘Cap’ 321]

20 hours ago, Frantz Fuchs said:

Wherever is cheapest. Side note, is it just me or is this expensive for some reason? Normally new games are £40 or £45 max. I can't find it for less than £50 anywhere.

http://www.simplygames.com/ it’s £46.85 there for the standard edition. I’ve never used them before but read that they deliver same day and some say they’ve received it before release date.

 

I’ve pre ordered the digital special edition. First time pre ordering a game as well. I want to just wake up Friday morning (got the day off) and be able to start it up.

[pjw 1,148]

Has anyone in the UK used ShopTo before? They're the only retailer I can find other than GAME and Amazon than are selling the special edition. They also have a guarantee that if they fail to deliver a pre-ordered game on or before release day they will give you a £5 voucher.

[Netuno 173]

PSN. I am eager to play on day one! 😁

[Smokewood 2,152]

On 7/13/2018 at 7:14 PM, Cheesy Vaginas said:

Does anyone have experience preordering from Walmart? I want the special edition (which Walmart does have available for preorder on their site) but I was wondering...

 

How many copies of special/ultimate editions will each store get? Do they only get them on a per-order basis? I need to pick up the game at midnight of release. So if I preorder the special edition there, will they for sure have it at midnight?

 

Anyone ever preordered a special edition before?

If I were to pre-order, I would do it from the GTA Online interface.

You'll get exclusive content and also some GTA cash.

[Outlaw from the West 688]

7 hours ago, Netuno said:

PSN. I am eager to play on day one! 😁

thinking bout downloading it too, but idk I loooove driving home with a new game in the passenger seat and ripping off that plastic seal. but then again I got a free $60 psn card so im very unsure. download and play right away or wait until the morning and create a memory?

[damienrayemusic 10,403]

3 hours ago, winter.ak said:

thinking bout downloading it too, but idk I loooove driving home with a new game in the passenger seat and ripping off that plastic seal. but then again I got a free $60 psn card so im very unsure. download and play right away or wait until the morning and create a memory?

I'm with you on that one 😁 digital games are so common nowadays I feel like physical copies have a certain feel to it. The wait is over you hold the game in your hands and then get to admire the case and what not while you install the game disc. I think especially for R* themselves, it's always worth getting the physical I'm gonna go to the midnight release and dress like a cowboy lol

[INFERNO E100 741]

R* warehouse ultimate edition

[Morgan 1,020]

10 hours ago, winter.ak said:

thinking bout downloading it too, but idk I loooove driving home with a new game in the passenger seat and ripping off that plastic seal. but then again I got a free $60 psn card so im very unsure. download and play right away or wait until the morning and create a memory?

physical copy of course! You will always remember it. Happens once every 8 years haha😜

[H3nri3 45]

I pre-order at Gamestop In store and I go Pick up on release night so I have the game in hand! I am getting the Ultimate edition and Collectors Box! 

[Im2akillerfish 486]

- Ultimate Edition

- Playstation Store

- I try not to install any DLC until I've beaten it once. I want my first playthrough to be as vanilla as possible.