Video Games: Try before you buy
How can you be sure you’re getting the best video game deals? It used to be that renting video games was a perfect solution and as inexpensive and pain-free as visiting your local movie rental store. However serious game enthusiasts who rent many video games at one time found how fast those rental costs can add up. Include the injury of forgeting to return a bunch of games by the due date and you’ll see that the late fees can really cost you.
Check out these timely hints on getting the best deals on video games or game rentals.
First, check out your local library. Many offer free video game rentals to members of their community. You already pre-paid for their offerings with your taxes so you might as well get your money’s worth.
Game Review Sites – Most sites offering video game reviews include game details, ESRB ratings, available systems, even actual gameplay footage. Check out the video graphics online first. You might find the game is too violent for your tastes or not acceptable for your small children, even though the ratings indicate it’s age-appropriate.
Don’t Pay Full Price – With online discount companies like eBay and Amazon, there’s simply no reason to pay full price ever again. Many times you’ll find games for Playstation on sale by checking these companies first.
Rent Games Online – Several companies offer online video game rentals for one low monthly price. Members select from over 6000 of the latest games, delivered right to their home, can hold them as long as they like, never pay a late fee for holding them too long, and return them to the company with pre-paid envelopes. If you find a game you like, just tell the company and you can keep it for a small fee. A few vendors offer a free trial period. Try them out to verify how their program works before you join.
Gamers who are serious about their hobby can save a ton of money if they know where to look.