Do you think it is necessary to pre-order?

[Dtmoss14]

I am going to get the game as soon as it's released but I was wondering if the demand will be so high that it will be hard to obtain a copy. What do you guys think?

Thanks.

[Rapturian Knight]

I think it will be think of all people avidly following the game like us but that are not on the forum scene

[MultiVaC]

If you want the limited edition it would probably be a good idea to pre-order. Otherwise, I'm not too sure.

[Mr. X]

I think that if it's a hot or hgihly anticipated title, then yes, it is necessary to pre-order.

[birkaslam]

I don't think it is necessary, but I already preordered my limited edition because I don't wanna take any chances.

[v.dog]

If you want the limited edition it would probably be a good idea to pre-order. Otherwise, I'm not too sure.Depends on the odds of selling out on day one and, and how important it is to you to play the game as soon as it's released. They can always produce more copies.

For the LE, Preordering would be a good idea, they don't call it 'Limited' for nothing.

[That_dude]

Depends on the odds of selling out on day one and, and how important it is to you to play the game as soon as it's released. They can always produce more copies.

For the LE, Preordering would be a good idea, they don't call it 'Limited' for nothing.

Very true.
I pre-ordered mine, mostly to support Irrational, and to pay it off, so it's a quick walk-in, walk-out experience.

[Poison17]

Very true.
I pre-ordered mine, mostly to support Irrational, and to pay it off, so it's a quick walk-in, walk-out experience.I did that but I also ordered the Limited Edition and I have it payed off so I can't wait.

[punkedfloyd]

I think it would be a good idea, just in case.

[Rebelphoenix]

If you want the figure and OST, hell yeah you need to preorder!

[TheVinster]

I pre-ordered, I mean why not? The $5 goes towards your game anyway.

[lotkrotan]

I think it's a good idea to preorder, because that will make gamestop/eb order more in order to fill preorders and a little extra, instead of just the little extra. That means more copies sold for Irrational, which means more reason for them to make sequels :)

[AfterLife]

It depends on how anticipated the game is and if you are buying the limited edition.

[Rapture_Survivalist]

Normal Edition-No

Limited Edition (yes, it will actually be limited)-Yes

Simple as that.

[Goddy Of War]

Only for the Collectors edition. That 6 inch figurine is going to be a hit on eBay

[Sandstorm]

Like most have said, for the Limited Edition I definitely would. For the regular, doesn't really matter. Will be around in stores for a while, so I wouldn't worry too much. but if you want to play on the 21st I would either pre-order or get to the store early :p. I already have my Limited Edition paid off and will most likely be getting the regular edition also when I go to pick up my Limited. Don't ask me why, but with Bioshock it just feels right owning both versions. Besides, it will help with sales and if my Limited disc ever gets ruined, I'll have my regular version to fall back on :)

[Rebelphoenix]

This is the first LE I've preordered since Prey, before that I can't remember the last LE I've preordered. But picking up two copies?? I dunno about that.

[That_dude]

This is the first LE I've preordered since Prey, before that I can't remember the last LE I've preordered. But picking up two copies?? I dunno about that.

Hey, whatever pays the bill at Irration Games, right?
Some fans are just that dedicated.

[That_dude]

Hey, whatever pays the bill at Irration Games, right?
Some fans are just that dedicated.

Why do I keep saying Irration, instead of Irrational?

[Nias Wolf]

Why do I keep saying Irration, instead of Irrational?

I have to correct myself from doing that all the time... I think it is mind control!

Yes, I pre-ordered the LE because they SHOULD sell like hotcakes.

[That_dude]

I have to correct myself from doing that all the time... I think it is mind control!

Yes, I pre-ordered the LE because they SHOULD sell like hotcakes.

And they will...OR ELSE!
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[Rebelphoenix]

And they will...OR ELSE!
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Well I'm trying to let as many people know about the game as I can, but I don't know if it will sell like hotcakes, unless we cover it in a syrup of some kind...

[Oreic]

Pre-ordering for the most part I think is pretty pointless. But, I like knowing that all I have to do is show up early and pick it up.

[501105]

Well preordering the bio ce would be wise since there wont be that many.

[That_dude]

Well preordering the bio ce would be wise since there wont be that many.

Indeed!
And like I and others said, it will help 2K games see what kinda game they have on their hands, and hopefully ask for another from Irrational one day.

[redrain85]

I pre-ordered the game, but only because of the Limited Edition. If there was no LE, I just would have bought it in the store after Bioshock was released. The LE really will be limited, so I want to guarantee that I get a copy.

This is the only game I've ever pre-ordered, and I also did it to help show support for Irrational. That games like Bioshock deserve to be a success, and we need more deep, involving games like it.

[Oreic]

Have they even officialy announced a LE version of Bioshock? Because every I go says they haven't.

[Sephlock]

Ditto. Where are you guys placing your pre-orders?

[Da Bubs]

Have they even officialy announced a LE version of Bioshock? Because every I go says they haven't.

yes, they have, it comes with a BD firgurine

[GoofyAce]

Ditto. Where are you guys placing your pre-orders?

EbGames or Gamestop or any of there subsidiaries. (If thats the right spelling)

[Oreic]

And at these gamestops, can you get these LE without having to get them online? I mean can you get them at thier stores?

[jackinthebox]

And at these gamestops, can you get these LE without having to get them online? I mean can you get them at thier stores?

you can go to the store or phone them...

[Rebelphoenix]

And at these gamestops, can you get these LE without having to get them online? I mean can you get them at thier stores?
Yes you can preorder the LE at the store.

[Oreic]

Few...Ithought I had to order online.:D

[Magical Mongoose]

if i preorder a normal copy from amazon how long will it take 4 me to recieve it (when its released)? 1-3 days or weeks :o

[Magical Mongoose]

i live in australia by the way.

[Wondermonkey2k]

I don't know how it works with PC games, but most stores make you preorder now if you want to play it on release day. It basically guarantees you get a copy when it launches. For the 360 version, the EB/Gamestops that are getting the limited edition in some cases aren't even aware they are getting them. 3 out of the 4 in NYC that I went into had no idea.

As everyone else has said, with the LE, it's a good idea to get your preorder in, just in case.

[AfterLife]

I agree that if you want a LE you have to preorder

[kunrian]

Yea, When you pre-order, it gives them an insight on how many they will need, especially the Limited edtion version. The standard may be overstocked, but they probably won't be overstocked at all with the limited edtion, depending on the rate people are pre-ordering it.

But Standard or limited, Pre-ordering guarantees you a copy of the game, and probably on the day it comes out. I say this, because really popular games may not have all the copies they need. Like with Halo 3, they'll probably not have enough for the first day, or they may.( "they is in the sense of EBgames/gamestop )

[PsychotropicPineapples]

I've pre-ordered and paid for the collectors edition just today. I pre-ordered because where I got it I'll get a free t-shirt with it. Now I'll have a t-shirt for Oblivion and Bioshock! Yay!

[lurchibald]

i went into EB today to pay more off my preorder and the guy told me that it was fully paid for already! i didnt realise i had paid that much offa it its a nice feeling:D

[PsychotropicPineapples]

Yeah I'm so happy I have it all paid and everything. You just don't have to worry. All you need to do is wait. And for me it'll be delivered right to my doorstep the day after release... unless they send on the day of release so that you actually get it on release day. I just hope the BD figurine comes in good packaging. I don't want that thing broken or damaged in any way! It's gotta look nice if it's gonna be sitting on my desk hopelessly trying to defend my keyboard against my cat.

[501105]

Preorded the ce and damn 7 euros ( because of size) to get it sent to home.

[PsychotropicPineapples]

The site I got it from ships for free within NZ. :D

[AfterLife]

Yep i agree pre-ordering will help Irrational with making more new games. I might pre-oder online or at the store.

[nickname510]

I preordered mine a couple months ago, the guy at ebgames said they were only making a certain amount of copies altogether, which I dont know whether or not that is true, but I didnt want to take the chance, and there are some pretty awesome things in the collectors edition, and I didnt want to miss out on that stuff buy not pre ordering it.

And c'mon, anybody that takes the time to go through these forums should have pre ordered it a long time ago

[AfterLife]

I'm taking my time. I don't think everyone here had pre-ordered and there is a poll on it.

[JoJonathan]

Yes you should, At my school (school of communication arts) my class are making mods for games, and that may be the game we are getting, not to mention the game club there(50 plus or so people) are planing on mass buying copy's. (they dont want to join a fan site because they hate spoilers period). So yes Dear god run and reserve as soon as possible!!!

[Raveness]

Deja Vu.......

I don't care to get the LE unless it's given to me. In regards to the regular box: In western Canada, there is no need for such a thing as preodering a coming popular title, given the market penetration seems to far outweigh the population of wanton gamers. There's no less than 8 major stores within 5 minutes by bus from where I reside. It's like the US without the huge population :D

Funny thing is the only technology that I've ever experienced shortages for was the Wii, and that shortage lasted eons.

[JBaums]

i have 3 LE reserved

[That_dude]

i have 3 LE reserved

You serious?
Wow. I wish I had the cash to do that. Instead, I have other games and little cash too.

[501105]

So 3 big daddies would be cool to see so make a pic if you are serious after you get them.

[Nias Wolf]

...I know whats going to be on youtube in a month and a half...
*shudders*

[That_dude]

...I know whats going to be on youtube in a month and a half...
*shudders*

Maybe if we all submit our big daddies we could make a re-enactment of 300, with the Elebits plush toys as the Persians. :p

[Nias Wolf]

Maybe if we all submit our big daddies we could make a re-enactment of 300, with the Elebits plush toys as the Persians. :p

THIS IS SPA... RAPTURE!!!

I'm sorry. I just made the brain funtion level drop... a lot...

[TrebleX]

Pre-ordered mine today and I cannot wait... pretty much the coolest special edition ever since I techincally picked what went in it :) :D

[Shakura Jolithion]

I'm waiting for the results of the free giveaway thing before pre-ordering :D

[TrebleX]

I'm waiting for the results of the free giveaway thing before pre-ordering :D

buuuuh? US only isnt it? :p

[Shakura Jolithion]

Dunno, they just said go post thing in forum. Oh, and you have till tomorrow, cuz of some delay. Dunno if it was announced or not, but I heard it through PM. Just go look for the newest interviewing Elizabeth thread, and read the first post. It'll explain.

Besides, I live in U.S. ^____^

[I love Mr Bunny]

I preordered at my GameStop today and they told me that I should reserve Bioshock if I want the Limited Edition. They are only getting 10-15, which being the only one in miles, I quickly put down five dollars. Besides, I never saw a harm in preordering, your money goes to the final amount anyway.

[splicer]

I placed my pre-order,but in retrospect there seems little point as my local gamestore has only 30 or so pre-orders,compared to over 1200 for Halo 3-with less than a month til release,thats a pretty worrying statistic.:(

[Raveness]

I placed my pre-order,but in retrospect there seems little point as my local gamestore has only 30 or so pre-orders,compared to over 1200 for Halo 3-with less than a month til release,thats a pretty worrying statistic.:(

I wouldn't worry. That stat more likely shows Microsoft is going to need another vault for all the moeny they'll milk out of the Halo franchise.

[demon legato]

I don't understand why people have to ask this stupid question, it may or may not be necessary but do you want to take that chance? Just preorder every game you play on getting before it comes out so your guaranteed a copy.

[PsychotropicPineapples]

I don't understand why people have to ask this stupid question, it may or may not be necessary but do you want to take that chance? Just preorder every game you play on getting before it comes out so your guaranteed a copy.

Exactly my opinion.

[Chowster44]

Well I pre-ordered the LE as soon as I could so I guess I am good.

[That_dude]

Well I pre-ordered the LE as soon as I could so I guess I am good.

Yeah, me too.
I remember the petition we had to sign. Ahh, good times.
Then the next, I don't know, 2-3 days, I went to Gamestop and asked when they will have the LE available for pre-order.
Turns out they didn't even know there was a LE.

[demon legato]

I went to Gamestop and asked when they will have the LE available for pre-order.
Turns out they didn't even know there was a LE.

sounds like you went to a bad gamestop......>_>

[Nias Wolf]

Do you think it is necessary to pre-order?

YES!



Always wanted to do that, and right now I'm tired enough to go through with it. Well, I just watched Night of the Living Dead (the original)...

[CrimsonKing1990]

Preorder is a must.

[PsychotropicPineapples]

Preorder is a must.

If you want the right to call yourself a fan. Which we all are here. Except the people asking for a little more info before deciding on whether they're gonna get the game. Then we turn them into fans.

[lotkrotan]

Always wanted to do that, and right now I'm tired enough to go through with it. Well, I just watched Night of the Living Dead (the original)...

they're coming to get you barbara :D

[CrimsonKing1990]

If you want the right to call yourself a fan. Which we all are here. Except the people asking for a little more info before deciding on whether they're gonna get the game. Then we turn them into fans.

Exactly. Couldn't have been said better.

[Oakleyfan89]

I would if you wanted the collectors edition with the big daddy statue/figure. If not I think you will be fine.

[Shakes101]

Ahahaha:d :d :d

[900Gow]

I would really like the LE, both for the swag and to support the game, but with little hope of actually running the game on my PC in the near future I'm not in a big rush to run out and preorder it. Plus, I don't know if I'll end up playing the PC version or the Xbox 360 version, so I couldn't even comfortably buy one or the other ahead of time (and no, I can't afford both). Bit of a pickle.

I think the only other collector's edition I bought was for Diablo II. I grabbed Diablo for cheap out of the bargain bin so I felt a little payback was in order. Got System Shock 2 for cheap too, so it would be fitting...