If you want to be a savvy gamer and play as many games as possible while spending as little as you can, then there are a few tactics you can employ:  Be patient; games drop in value pretty dramatically after a few months (unless it's a Nintendo game), so just wait it out and buy at a fraction of the launch price. Buy physical copies, as you can sell these after you finish them for a return, which can then be invested into other games. Shop in the sale; you can get some real bargains if you use the right filters. Never pre-order a game; it's a scam employed by marketing strategists. Wait until the game releases and read some reviews.  Utilize subscriptions like Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus Extra to get more bang for your buck