Game X-Change

Juniper Foo | Jul 28, 2006

Looking to rent a console game? Too bad, it's not a viable option in sunny Singapore. However, Play! Entertainment's three founders believe they have the next best thing--a concept they are calling Game X-Change. Riding on the eight DVD rental kiosks already in place across the island as exchange stations, gamers can--via an integrated system of Web site search and SMS alerts, seek out like-minded gamers to trade games with. There're just a few catches. You will first have to purchase a game from a Play! kiosk to be registered as a member. All exchanges must be legitimized at any of the eight kiosks, although we're told plans are afoot to add another four more by end 2006/early 2007. Oh yes, there's also an S$8 (US$5) transaction fee levied on both parties, paid either via Cashcard or Nets. Still, it's another avenue for recreational gamers looking for a trading forum without having to fork out that S$50 to S$70 for a brand new console game. That said, only Xbox and Xbox 360 gamers need apply.

See how to transact | a typical X-change wishlist | a Play! kiosk

Price: S$8 (US$5) X-change fee
Availability: At Play! 24-hour entertainment kiosk located at eight mall locations across Singapore
Device: Games exchange service
Basic specs: Only Xbox and Xbox 360 games

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