Things You'll Need:
- Computer with internet
- Car with gas
- Some patience
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Step 1
Be on the lookout. Whenever you go to a store that sells games, see what they have on sale. Some stores, such as Target, have a special area devoted to clearance items. If you're lucky, you may find some gems priced at $20.00 or less. Best Buy also has some pretty good deals, so look for clearance games there too. Target and ToysRUs often offer gift cards as incentives to buy new games at their stores and don't forget to sign up for Best Buy's free "Reward Zone" program that gives points towards a gift card with each purchase. Visit the website cheapassgamer.com to see which stores are offering the best deals, but nothing beats getting in the car and seeing for yourself what discounts are available in your area.
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Step 2
If the stores in your area are a bust, try ebay.com. For most new games there are dozens of sellers competing for your dollar. A game that is decently reviewed can be had for around $40 3-6 months after it is released.
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Step 3
Sign up to receive e-mails from Amazon.com and you may wake up to find a "Deal of the Day" for the video game you're looking for. It's more hit and miss than ebay if you're looking for a specific game, but the prices can be good. Every once in a while, amazon will have an all-day event where they offer deals on several games for one particular system throughout the day.
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Step 4
Finally, consider buying used games. Gamestop has a large selection but the used games are priced only $5 less than a new game. Check the condition of the disk for scratches before you buy and make sure the manual is included. Gamefly allows its members to purchase rented games at discounted prices. Although there is a monthly membership fee, If you're the first person to rent the game it's almost new and priced right.
