vendredi 24 septembre 2010

Tips!

Many people refuse to buy used games because of a percieved lower quality, but the reality is that a DVD is a LOT harder to damage than people think, a few shallow scratches are not going to effect the game at all, especially with multi-layed DVDs. Used games are generally a fraction of the price of brand-new retail games.
Before buying a used game, a shopkeeper must first test it to make sure it's playable, if you have ever sold a game or system you will know how strict the tests are. It is almost impossible for a damaged game to slip through the net.
I have bought over 60 games second hand, and i have never had a single problem with any of them. I also bought a used Xbox 360, notorious for overheating and having problems, and it has never let me down after 3 years.
Every reputable game shop sells, trades and buys used games, and many thrift stores and pawn shops have a wide selection, never avoid a shop because it looks cheap. The prices of games are on the rise, and it is well worth waiting a couple of months after a game hes been released and buying a used version at half of the retail price.
If you're looking to save money, there is no better way.

14 commentaires:

  1. I totally hear you.

    I buy lots of my games/DVDs from this family-owned, trade-in store across the town.

    Save nearly 30-40% off what I would pay at Wal*Mart or the mall, and they're all great shape.

    Here's to the used game phenomenon!

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  2. Avoid GameStop used games like the plague though...

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  3. If you spray some deodorant on it then wipe it off it cleans the disk quite a bit, less scratches.

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  4. Agreed. Used games comprise nearly my entire shelf.

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  5. It's a hard stereotype to shake. People typically perceive scratches to mean busted up and low quality.

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  6. Buying second hand is always a good idea.

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  7. I went into a charity shop recently, the super old software in big boxes and hardware is great to see

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  8. If you have scratched DVDs, use Brasso on them. Look it up on Google for more info.

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  9. Good stuff, I dig the premise of your blog. Will be following

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  10. Typically I don't buy games used, for some reason. I guess I just love opening a brand new game out of the packaging, etc.

    Used games I will buy are mostly for portables like the DS and PSP. I've found some gems that way. :D

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  11. I only buy used, no point in buying new unless you gotta have it.

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  12. Wow that's probably the most fucked up cd I've ever seen.

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  13. I have no objection to buying used games, as long as they are in good condition.

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  14. Good tip, you should make an article covering steam discounts.

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