Renting Video Games

To be able to rent video games from home has been one of my dreams. It's satisfying to know I can rent as many as I want and generally get them in a day or two.

There are interesting statistics on this. US consumers spent over $630 billion, with a "B", renting video games in 2002. I can only guess what number that "B" is following now.

Why are people doing this? Why not buy? But, some gamers are buying. But why rent?

I think its 4 reasons: 1)cheaper, 2)can test games, 3) time sensitive, 4) convenience.

Cheap...I actually like that word. The average store charges $4-$6 dollars per rental. That gets expensive quick especially if you rent lots of titles in a week. Most of the best known rental clubs--Gottaplay and Gamefly, only charge $12.95 to around $20 per month for unlimited rental. That is a large savings.

The part I like is the fact I can test them. Ever bought a game and hated it? And you were stuck with it? Or exchange it for store credit? With renting, you can test the game before buying and even get a discount if you decide to buy it.

There is no limit to how long you can keep the game as long as you pay the monthly fee. Play as many games a month you want to and just pay the monthly fee.

Convenience is a luxury in these days. I'm always looking to save time and not put a lot of effort forward. That may be called lazy. Anyway, gas is too expensive and I love the fact I can get these games delivered on my front door step with the click of a mouse.

So buy or rent? I'm a renter for life!



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