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Newsletter - Issue #20 - May 5, 2009
 
 
Newsletter - Issue #20 - May 5, 2009
Issue #20 - May 5, 2009
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$4 Million Saved By Goozex Members

Did you know that members have saved almost $4 million on game trades since Goozex launched in the summer of 2006?  Yes, it’s true.  And it’s easy to calculate how much you’ve saved for yourself!  Click here to visit our money saved calculator page.

In these tough economic times it’s great to know that you can still keep up with your gaming by trading on Goozex.  Let us know how much you have saved by trading on Goozex on Twitter: http://twitter.com/goozex


The New Goozex Homepage!

By now you've seen the new Goozex homepage.   It was designed to make the site more streamlined and efficient for the most commonly visited parts of the site.  Make sure to check out the "Get started!" box and request the hot games that are available for trade now. On the same page you can offer games that will earn you points quickly.

If you’re a fan of the classic home page view, you can toggle back to it by going to the “My Account --> Preferences ” section.  Make sure to share your thoughts on the new home page design on our forums here:

http://www.goozex.com/community/forums/t/36970.aspx


Goozex Workshop

Here's an update on what the GTeam has been working on at HQ:

  • New Video Tabs

You can watch the latest videos for the newest games right here on Goozex.  A new “Videos” tab is now placed on each game detail page.  These videos are provided in partnership with CrispyGamer.com. One of our favorite videos to watch was for the Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena

  • Instant Match

Keep an eye out for the new Instant Match buttons on game detail pages.  Instant Match will let you instantly match for games that have an empty request queue and the sellers are ready to go.  It will be a great way to start getting games you've never played but always wanted to try out.

  • Trade Cancellation Update

In some cases you may find yourself in a dispute with another trader and just need to cancel the trade.  You can now cancel trades at any time during the trading and the feedback dispute process.  It’s there for your convenience and to help speed up a resolution.  Certain exceptions apply and make sure to read up on the new format in our forums here: http://www.goozex.com/community/forums/t/36745.aspx



Goozex Press Sightings

Have you noticed all the great press Goozex has been getting lately?  Check out just some of the few places your favorite game trading site has been mentioned recently!

Today Show, MSNBC: “Get paid to recycle! 15 green tips for the lazy”
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/30330043/

USA Today “Easy ways to trade old video games for the latest titles”
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/columnist/...

Life Hacker “Trade Your Video Games for New Titles at Goozex”
http://lifehacker.com/5152191/...

Official Xbox Magazine #97 “Gaming on the cheap”


New GoozCast Episodes

Fans of the GoozCast can rejoice with new episodes to come.  But wait, there’s a twist.  The show will be hosted by veteran Goozers Cheeznrice & I-Weapon-X.  That means we’re doing what we’ve always wanted to do – have the program created by members for members.  Their first episode has an interview with Goozex member Decryped, as they delve into the mind of a digital media genius.

Make sure to send those guys a private message with questions, ideas and comments about the show. 
Click here to listen to the latest GoozCasts:
http://www.goozex.com/trading/asp/goozcast.asp

Join the GoozCast Chat on the forums:
http://www.goozex.com/community/forums/27.aspx



Valve Steps Up With Swag For Wounded Troops

Left for DeadYou may remember the donation drive Goozex held for Cause, the non-profit organization that helps wounded troops recover in military hospitals.  Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital is nearby Goozex HQ in Washington DC and we volunteer to help run the video game tournament there. 

Left 4 Dead was the game played in the last tournament in March and Valve stepped up and donated swag to give out as prizes to the soldiers who played.  We wanted to thank Valve and their team who contributed to making a big difference in the tournament.   Doug Lombardi, VP of Marketing at Valve, wrote back saying to Cause, “Thanks for inviting us to contribute.  God bless America, our troops and video games!”

If you like what Valve did, make sure to drop them a line here: contact@valvesoftware.com

If you want to learn how you can help Cause and wounded soldiers heal with video games visit their site here: http://www.cause-usa.org
We’d love to hear from you if you have ideas to help with future tournaments at Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital.  Send your email to mailto:marketing@goozex.com

You can buy Left 4 Dead, probably the greatest co-op zombie game ever, at the Goozex Store today!



Member Highlights – Taintedzodiac and the iGoozex App for the iPhone

This month we're putting the spotlight on super Goozer Taintedzodiac.  You most likely know him as moderator, MVP player, Goozex Olympics organizer, and all around great trader.  But did you know he’s a great developer and most recently created the iGoozex app for the iPhone?  The app connects you to your Goozex offers and requests queues and lets you see what your real time status is for all your trades.  The app is in version 1.1 and works great on your iPhone and iPod Touch.  Make sure to check out iGoozex on iTunes and download it today! 

Note: you’ll need that pesky Goozex ID Token Code found in “My Account” to activate it.

Links:
Taintedzodiac

iGoozex


Promote Goozex

Do you like Goozex? Help us in promoting Goozex.com by posting a link or review on your favorite web-site! You may earn a FREE trade credit for each friend you invite to Goozex!

This is a great way to get more games for free from Goozex. The bonus is assigned as soon as your friend completes their first trade with positive feedback.

Check the Refer a Friend page!


 

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ctullis78 wrote re: Newsletter - Issue #20 - May 5, 2009
on 06-01-2009 9:55 PM

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