by Michael Dishon

Created on: June 11, 2009

I believe that Gamestop is the better choice for video games, new or used. A specialized company, Gamestop and it's employees (usually) know what's good in the video game world, and know quality when it comes to the physical components.

For the internet shopper, gamestop.com is quick, easy to use, and has user reviews for just about anything having to do with video games. Their site is easy to use, and you can search based on Prices, System, Item Type, etc. They're almost guaranteed to have what you want. When you're ready to purchase your selected items, the checkout is quick and easy. Also quick, is their delivery. They are the quickest to deliver any item, in my experience.

Now, for those who don't mind walking or driving to your local Gamestop, they have great customer service, and in my experience, employees who know their way around the gaming world. You can get good advice and input on a variety of gaming topics, from consoles, to controllers, to the games themselves. Dealing with used games, they guarantee any used product, games or otherwise, to be in fully working order. They test everything people want to sell to them, before even accepting the transaction. You're not forced to go by some complete stranger's word. (Though I'm sure Amazon is on top of their sellers' reputations.)

When buying used games, either online or in store, you will receive a working disc. The box and book that comes with the game are NOT guaranteed, but far more often than not, they are also included. You may not be able to haggle the prices as much with Gamestop as you can with someone on Amazon, but the prices are well within the fair price range, when compared to other companies that deal in games. (Such as Circuit City, Comp USA, Walmart, etc.) Also, if you dislike your purchase for any reason, you can return ANY used game within 7 days and get a full refund, (Usually store credit) no questions asked.

In my personal experience, I bought Assassin's creed the day after it came out, used, for $50, $10 less than it's "NEW" price. I took it home, and 3 days later, beat the story line, and found no interest in finding the hundreds of hidden objects. So, on the 5th day, I returned the game, and even told them "It works, but was too easy." Instead of store credit, I decided to buy two older used games with my $50.

So with all that said, I believe that those reasons, make Gamestop a great choice for used games. I believe Gamestop to beat Amazon in every category. Even if you don't wish to buy a game, stop by your local Gamestop and talk to the employee(s), and see for yourself, why Gamestop is so well known for their gaming expertise.

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