For example, I purchased Halo Reach, but barely even played it, because it didn't peak my interest as I thought it would. It has no scratches or etc. But the trade in value is $11. Considering how much I paid for it, really? Why is that?
Asked about 1 year ago in Deals & Bargains
Games: Halo: Reach (X360)
Because if you buy a game, play it, then sell it back at the same price, it would just like renting it for free.
Peanutmchoho
Level: Bronze
You also only get that in credits toward your membership. The world is sad isn't it? You wanna see Pablo watering the dead horse to cheer you up? It probably won't cheer you up but it is worth a look.
http://tinyurl.com/845q7o6
Yeah it is pretty sad and funny and stupid and depressing and cool and so freakin sad! Smash!
slayer127
Level: Bronze
Because game retail stores need to make money. They buy back game copies at 1/4 of the original price (Hey, it's better than nothing, right?), then sell it out at 1/2-3/4 retail price...yes, that's a profit for the game store. It's the whole reason GameStop is so profitable.
Everyone wins, right? The seller of the game gets money, the store owner gets a profit, and the new buyer of the game gets it at a lower price than retail as "used".
Well, that's what's supposed to happen. Unfortunately the original owner feels ripped off. In order to get rid of the "middleman" and get it at the best possible price, sell it on eBay or Craigslist.
mobilemouse
Level: Bronze
Yes, 3 Answer Are Right, In Ebay You Get More
pumahearth
Level: Bronze
Because once the seal is broken on the packaging it is on longer considered "new" and is then moved to the "used" category. Even if the game never left the case you won't get half of what you paid for it. That is why it is better to play a friends copy or get it through Gamefly to find out if you really want to buy a game or if you're better off skipping out. Remember, user reviews and your own personal experience with a type of game when combined definitely help with purchasing decisions.
Nyghtshade
Level: Bronze
