Ex-GameStop employee speaks out - questionable GameStop policies revealed

[mike_intellivision]

I watched the second part of the first video by this Yatzee-wannabe.

While Gamestop is not perfect, not everything he says seems to mesh with my experiences.

Game are examined (physically) and consoles tested. I have even seen them not take in incomplete systems many times and pirated games on those odd occasions. This is not to say that problems don't occur, but they are not routine where I am.

The stores I deal with (try) to watch for stolen property. I have heard of them working with LP at the places from where games tend to disappear (i.e., Target and Walmart). One reason not listed for mint condition games is "new old stock" which Gamestop buys from other firms.

Also, in my experience, the return policy for used games is 7 days for ANY REASON. That means I can take it back if I don't like it. And I can get my money back. That has saved me many times.

This all being said, you should not sell your games to Gamestop. It is a ripoff. But buying questionable titles used can save you money and headaches.

Mike from Morgantown