How to Cut Back

[Hero]

This is the time where a ton of stuff comes out and, knowing that I can't even get all that I want during summer, I know I won't get everything. Let alone even trying to get a few things on a tight budget is a bad idea. So, how do you game on a budget? Buy used? Force yourself to tear through your pile of shame? Refuse to read gaming sites or mags for fear of getting hyped about something?

[johnk_]

just buy stuff now that can't wait, and wait until the rest gets much cheaper..

all it takes is patience.. simple.

[MechDeus]

I sit down and play something I haven't played in a while but meant to go back to, whilst counting the days towards a new purchase. It's hell.

I need a second job to support my habit.

[GohanX]

I usually just buy older stuff. I don't remember the last time I bought a new game for $50, but I do recall several instances where I bought new games for 20-30 bucks. Used helps too, although I actually buy more new stuff now.

[Jeremy]

I normally play older stuff, or put a dent in the ole' pile of shame when I'm waiting for a new release.

[Brisco Bold]

Trade in shit. Borrow games from friends. Play with yourself.

[Freeter]

Originally posted by Hero
So, how do you game on a budget?

Rent.

[Andy]

I trade in all the time. Sure, people scoff at it all they want, but it helps me rarely miss a good game.

[bahn]

Hero: Sell your body. Negotiate with the "powers that be" at TNL. um...

(get a job ---- or another one?)

I don't buy games anymore really, but that's going to change since I am now have joined the Gamecube Brotherhood and must build up my library. Nintendo is so stingy

[Omni]

I used to trade alot, but I regret it so much. You never know when you're gonna want to pop a game back in, not even to find anything new, just for old time's sake.