As prices of video games continue to soar at $70 each for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, maintaining a steady habit of purchasing will drain all of your resources. As such, although digital subscription services such as Game Pass and PS Plus offer access to catalogs, they often do not have new and fresh AAA physical titles—or even take away games before you complete them.
Meet GameFly the most popular physical video game rental service. But in the modern age of digital downloaders, is it worth subscribing to GameFly?
In this article, we review how GameFly works, the subscription plans it offers, benefits, and if it can help you save money in 2022.
What Is GameFly and How Does It Work?
GameFly is a service that works similarly to DVD-by-mail, only for video games and 4K UHD / Blu-ray movies.
1. Queue Up: Browsing through thousands of different games from PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, you create a list of games that you want to play.
2. Free Mail Delivery: GameFly sends your best picks via mail right to your home without charging any shipping fees.
3. No Time Limits: You can keep
GameFly Plans & Pricing Breakdown
GameFly offers flexible plans depending on how many discs you want out at a time, along with intro discount pricing.
| Plan Tier | Discs at Once | Intro Price | Standard Price | Best For |
| 30-Day Free Trial | 1 Disc | $0.00 | $19.95/mo | Testing out the service risk-free |
| 1-Disc Standard | 1 Disc | $13.50/mo (first 3 mos) | $19.95/mo | Casual gamers playing 1–2 games a month |
| 2-Disc Standard | 2 Discs | $18.50/mo (first 3 mos) | $27.95/mo | Gamers who want a game + 4K movie on rotation |
| 2-Disc Elite | 2 Discs | $23.00/mo (first 3 mos) | $34.95/mo | Heavy gamers wanting faster access to new releases |
The Math: Renting Games vs. Buying New Releases
4 new releases played in one year:
• Buying New: 4 titles × $70 = $280.00
• GameFly Standard: 12 months × $19.95 = $239.40 (and there are dozens of games to choose from, not just 4)
If you play through new games in 2-3 weeks, GameFly offers the opportunity to play 12 to 20 games in one year for less money than buying 4 new titles.
Features That Stand Out
1. GameLock™
Anxiously awaiting a big blockbuster on release day? GameLock™ allows you to secure your title up to 30 days in advance to make sure you receive it on the day of release.
2. Huge Discounted “Keep” Prices
In case you find yourself unable to let go of a game you’re renting, click “Keep” on your account dashboard. GameFly gives you the opportunity to purchase the disc for a pre-owned discounted price and mail you the original physical case and pre-order bonuses free of charge.
3. Rewards & Dollars Program
GameFly’s rewards and dollars program provides active subscribers with quarterly $5 GameFly coupons as well as discount coupons on accessories, collectibles, and pre-owned games which grow higher with subscription time.
Conclusion: Is GameFly Worth It?
If you like your games physically, play one-time games that you do not need to replay or test $70 games before purchasing them, then GameFly will save you a fortune.
There being no contract for long, the best thing to do is sign up for the free trial.