[b]Again, you've listed OPINIONs & not Facts.[/b] [b]& no, its not OK to generalise Industry wide because you've simply done some research.[/b] As u said above, [quote] Research, dude. The reading I've done on this topic to reach my own conclusion as to its veracity combined with my knowledge of how a bunisess operates leads to the above facts.[/quote] For example, if u were publishing in a newspaper, they would ask you to list yr SOURCEs. So where are your sources? What you've said below.. have u read the BUNGiE / Activision Publishing Contract (not the one posted online 3 years ago)? Be very surprised if u have! [quote]Fact: Pre-order sales revenue does not go to the publisher until well after release. In fact, they're the second to last one to see that money![/quote] Hope this assist u moving fwd.. otherwise try re-writing the US Consititution