Q: 3D Games business model:
A: 3D Games stores specialize in the sale of new and used video games, video game accessories, systems, dvds and other video game related materials It is estimated that this is a $30 billion industry in the US now, and with the new third generation systems like Nintendo Wii, Sony PS3 and Microsoft Xbox 360, it is growing faster than ever before.
Most game stores or big box retailers sell brand new games, accessories and systems. 3D Games specialize both on new and pre-played merchandise.

Q: Why would people buy used games when they can get them brand new?
A: 2 reasons;
1) Price
2) You can't find every game brand new.
500+ games are released in the US every year, this is more than 1 game a day. When you go to any big box retailer you will see that they don't carry more than 20-30 games per system, so after a few months of the release of a new title, it will be hard to find that game.
Research shows that 91% of the customers will buy a used copy of a game instead of new, saving hundreds of dollars every year.

Q: Aren't there game stores selling used games?
A: You can only find 2 stores selling used merchandise. They both are publicly traded huge corporations, and used merchandise is the most important part of their business. Let's put it this way if they stop selling used merchandise today they will go out of business tomorrow.

Q: What we provide:
A: 3D Games provides following:

- State of the art point of sale(POS) system
- 11000 item used games database
- Advertisment and marketing programs.
- Inventory (used and new)
- Display units, posters, demonstration material, marketing tools, POPs
- Gift cards, loyalty card programs
- Discounts on new merchandise through our distributors
- Access to import merchandise that are not available in many stores

The hardest part of running a game store is to keep up with used merchandise. Used merchandise sells quick but there is no wholesaler where you can order thousands of it and fill your shelves again. That's where 3D Games headquarters get in to the picture, we have an extensive network through our website where we get thousand of games every month and pass it to our stores.
We also offer a state of the art software which will give you the trade in prices of every game, this is a web based system and it is being kept up to date by our employees 24/7. Whenever game prices drop, our software updates itself so you don't make any mistakes, like paying old trade in prices for a game that had a price reduction recently. Our software also updates you on price reduction dates of new releases so you will know when to order. This way you can get the games from the discounted price.

Q: How do you know how much to pay for trade ins?
A: By simply scanning the upc code of a game on your POS, our software will tell you the store credit value and cash value of any merchandise.

Q: Other game retailers have loyalty cards, do you have anything like that?
A: Yes we do


- FRANCHISE FAQ's


Q: What does the franchise system include?
A: Owning and operating an assigned 3D Games franchise, use of brand name, trademarks, operational systems, as well as marketing assistance. Additionally, you will receive support in these specific areas:

- Prototypical plans and assistance in the development of your specific 3D Games store.
- Assistance in site selection.
- Corporate training, for up to two trainees.
- Ongoing support from the 3D Games operations team.
- 3D Games proprietary computer software.
- Operating manuals, policies, procedures, and business management systems.

Q: How much is the franchise fee for a 3D Games franchise?
A: $12,500 for each in-line location, and $10,000 for each kiosk location.

Q: Does 3D Games offer multi-unit development opportunities?
A: Yes. 3D Games is actively seeking franchisees who will build multiple locations over time. To secure the rights to open multiple units in a specific trade area, you must pay an area development fee equal to $6,250 multiplied by the number of stores to be developed. This $6,250 deposit is then credited toward the franchise fee for each store developed. For example, if you purchased the right to develop three in-line units in a specific trade area, you would be required to pay $18,750 ($6,250 x 3) as the deposit on three stores, plus $6,250 as the balance of the franchise fee for the first unit, for a total of $25,000. You would be obligated to pay the balance on each franchisee fee, or $6,250, for the second store and $6,250 for the third store, when leases for these locations are executed.

Q: How much is the on-going royalty fee?
A. $400 per month.

Q: How much is the advertising and promotional obligation?
A. $2,000 per year must be paid into the 3D Games system advertising fund. In addition, you must purchase in-store advertising collateral every other month in an amount not to exceed $400.

Q: How is the site selected for my store?
A. 3D Games will provide Real Estate assistance and must approve all 3D Games store locations. It is the franchisees responsibility to present potential sites for approval to 3D Games. 3D Games will provide a Site Approval Package to assist each franchisee in this regard.

Q: Is there any experience necessary to own a 3D Games franchise?
A. Yes, but not necessarily in the video game industry. 3D Games actively searches for candidates with strong business and leadership skills.

Q: Do I need to be involved in the day-to-day operation of my franchise?
A. At least one owner or a designated general manager must be involved on a full-time basis and must be responsible for the day-to-day operations and management. At least one owner must assume responsibility for general oversight and management of each store.

Q: How long is the term of a 3D Games franchise agreement?
A. The franchise agreement term is ten (10) years, renewable for another ten (10) years.

Q: I am interested in a 3D Games franchise. What do I do next?
A. For more information, and to help us serve you efficiently, please complete our online application and you will be contacted by a 3D Games franchise representative. Click here for the application page.


Have more questions?

Give us a call at 1 888-4-3D GAMES