Video Games Rentals: Check your local library
How can you be sure you’re getting the best deals on games? It used to be that renting video games was a great solution and as inexpensive and easy as visiting your local movie rental store. However serious game enthusiasts who rent several video games at once found how fast those rental costs can add up. Include the heart ache of forgeting to return a bunch of games by the due date and you’ll find that the late fees can really hurt.
Here are some timely ideas for getting the best deal on games or game rentals.
First, check out your community library. Most offer free game rentals to members of their community. You already paid for their selections with your property taxes so you might as well get your money’s worth.
Game Review Websites - Most sites offering video game reviews include game details, ESRB ratings, available platforms, even actual game footage. Check out the video graphics online first. You may find the game is too violent for your appetite or not acceptable for your young children, even if the ESRB ratings indicate it’s appropriate.
Never Pay Retail - With online discount sites like eBay and Amazon, there is simply no reason to pay full price ever again. Many times you’ll find games for XBox 360 on sale by looking at these sites first.
Rent Games Online - Many companies offer online game rentals for one small 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 keeping them too long, and return games to the company with postage-paid envelopes. If you find a game you like, simply tell the company and you can keep it for a small price. Some vendors include a free trial period. Check them out to see how the service works before you join.
Avid gamers who are serious about their hobby can save a ton of money when they know where to look.
