Dear Rob,
Thank you for your updated review. We take customer feedback seriously and want to clarify the situation with a timeline of events to address your concerns directly.
1. **Initial Order**: You ordered Prey 2017 and received the correct game, which you redeemed. Due to both products sharing the same name, we initially cited our refund policy, stating that sales are final for digital products. This policy applies to situations where a customer makes an error, not us.
2. **Mistake Acknowledged**: Upon realising the error in product details and acknowledging that the mistake was on our part, we promptly issued you a full refund. In our email to you, we stated:
> "We appreciate you sharing your concerns, and we would like to address each point clearly. First and foremost, we apologise for our error which led to you ordering the incorrect version of Prey... As a resolution to this error on our part, we have gone ahead and issued a full refund for the amount you paid for the newer version of the game."
3. **Out-of-Stock Clarification**: We informed you that the 2006 version of Prey was out of stock and stated:
"The 2006 version is currently out of stock, and the price you saw previously was the last price it was listed at on our site. However, due to increased market demand and the rarity of the product, the price from our suppliers has risen, which dictates our end price, hence the higher price of £59.99."
4. **Refund and Review**: You received a full refund for your purchase prior to writing your review. This is why we believe your review is misleading. After receiving the refund, you claimed that we stated "ALL SALES ARE FINAL" and implied we refused a refund, which is incorrect. In actuality, we acknowledged the error was on our part, and your full refund reflects our commitment to resolving this matter fairly. Additionally, you received the Prey 2017 game at no extra cost, making this situation even more confusing.
5. **Pricing Disclaimer**: We want to emphasise our pricing disclaimer, which is clearly stated in our terms and conditions:
- While we strive to ensure that all prices on our website are accurate, errors may occasionally occur. In the event of a pricing error, we reserve the right to cancel any orders placed at the incorrect price, even if payment has been received. If this happens, we will contact you as soon as possible to offer the choice of reconfirming the order at the correct price or receiving a full refund.
- Prices on the website are an invitation for customers to make an offer to purchase; no contract is formed until we confirm your order. If we identify a pricing error after confirmation, we will notify you and process a refund if needed.
- For digital products, once a product has been delivered and redeemed, no refunds or price corrections can be applied. In cases of obvious pricing errors (e.g., a substantial difference from the expected price), we may contact you to arrange additional payment or offer alternatives.
- Prices are subject to change without notice, and we are not obligated to honour incorrect prices.
This policy complies with the Consumer Rights Act 2015, ensuring fair treatment for all customers.
6. **Misrepresentation**: By stating that we refused to issue a refund or that the sale was final, you misrepresented our position. We did not knowingly charge you £9.99 for the 2006 version. You were provided the option to order the 2006 version, and we made every effort to be transparent about its availability and pricing.
7. **Pattern of Reviews**: We have also noticed a pattern of you leaving 1-star reviews for various reputable companies, which raises concerns about your intent. Continued misrepresentation of our business practices could lead to further action.
We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
Best regards,
The Serial Gaming Team