| That's a question that all gamers ask themselves at | | | | you buy the game. |
| some point. The problem is, there are advantages and | | | | The big problem with getting a game used is the wait. |
| disadvantages to both new and used video games. | | | | There aren't a lot of used copies, especially of popular |
| For example, a video game that's used may not work. | | | | games, around right when a game is released. In fact, if |
| However, a video game that's new might be priced | | | | there are many used copies right away, it's usually a |
| way outside your range. | | | | sign that a game isn't worth buying anyway because |
| Well, there's something to be said for buying new. You'll | | | | people have already traded theirs in. If you can stand |
| know that the game should work perfectly, first of all. | | | | the wait, though, buying used is a much better deal and, |
| It'll also come with the right box and proper inserts, | | | | usually, you can return a used game within a certain |
| which may include a small tip booklet. To some | | | | time, if it doesn't work. |
| gamers, that's very important. | | | | So, is it better to buy used or new games or used |
| Now, the thing about used games is that you can get | | | | ones? Well, that all depends on who you are and what |
| the right box and the right inserts and still get it for half | | | | you like. If you like saving money, buy used. If you like |
| the price. You just need to be careful to check to see | | | | playing a game the second it hits shelves, you'll have to |
| that the box jacket and the inserts are there when | | | | pay more and buy new. It's that simple. |