I usually pre-order a few days before the release specifically for the bonuses. Of course, I only buy (what I think will be) my favourite games at release.
I really don't see the problem with paying up front to pre-order. Sure, it's unjustified, they're gonna sell the copy regardless if I pick it up or not and it's not exactly much of a bother to reserve a copy for me, but why not do it?
I really don't see the problem with paying up front to pre-order. Sure, it's unjustified, they're gonna sell the copy regardless if I pick it up or not and it's not exactly much of a bother to reserve a copy for me, but why not do it?