An investigation carried out by consumer website Which? has shown that video games lose value quicker than cars in the current climate.
The research shows that new titles lose more value within three days of purchase than a car will over three years. For comparison's sake, a Ford Focus can lose up to 60% of its original value over that period. Comparatively, Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption lost over 70% of its original value after three days.
Rental outlet Blockbuster offered only £6 cash for the title after an initial purchase of £27.99. Pre-owned sale of the title goes for £29.95, more than the original price.
The full investigation can be read here, detailing the prices of renowned titles via large store outlets.
Source: Which?
The research shows that new titles lose more value within three days of purchase than a car will over three years. For comparison's sake, a Ford Focus can lose up to 60% of its original value over that period. Comparatively, Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption lost over 70% of its original value after three days.
Rental outlet Blockbuster offered only £6 cash for the title after an initial purchase of £27.99. Pre-owned sale of the title goes for £29.95, more than the original price.
The full investigation can be read here, detailing the prices of renowned titles via large store outlets.
Source: Which?
Comments
Ryan550 5 Jan 2011 13:14
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£6.00 cash? im surprised they didnt hit you with store credit instead... reguardless it is horrible how a gamer can bring down say... 8 games that are abit older in-terms of release for the exact same price...