Convenient shopping is a quality that many shoppers look for in a store. Finding a store, physical or online, that allows you to plan your payment as per your wallet is a bonus.
EB Games, an American video game and computer retailing company, has joined stores that offer a more budget-friendly shopping option. After teaming up with Afterpay, EB Games customers can now enjoy shopping and paying later.
How does Afterpay work?
Afterpay is a financial plan that customers can use when making purchases. Rather than paying the total payment upfront, you get to split the payment into installations paid fortnightly. Most importantly, you do not pay an added interest.
To shop with Afterpay, you select the goods you want and choose Afterpay as your means of payment when checking out. You then pay the cost of the product in 4 installments. For instance, if you buy a game console for $1000, Afterpay deducts $250 from your debit or credit card each fortnight.
However, you only get the option to shop with Afterpay when your order meets all the requirements.
Once you get your goods, you can pay the installments at any time, provided you do not exceed the deadline. In addition, if you pay extra in one installment, it helps offset your next payment.
You can also use a part payment feature, which lets you pay more or less of the installment amount. Do not worry; when your payment is due, Afterpay only demands the amount remaining from your installment.
Requirements to use Afterpay at EB Games
EB Games list a few requirements to qualify for an Afterpay payment option. These include:
The order must be above $1200, including the shipping cost. However, there is a cap to the order amount. You cannot use Afterpay for orders above $3000, including the shipping cost.
However, Afterpay is not an option for;
- Desktops and laptops
- Gaming monitors
- Downloadable content, season passes, and digital currencies
- Mobile phones and tablets
- Preorders
Therefore, if your order includes any of these products, you cannot access Afterpay as a payment option.
In addition, you will need:
- To be a resident in Australia
- An Australian debit or credit card
- A valid mobile phone and email address
- Be over 18 years old
When registering as a new user with Afterpay, you will need the information above to create an account successfully.
How to shop at EB Games with Afterpay?
Afterpay is a convenient option for customers shopping online or in-store. However, both work in an almost similar manner.
When shopping in-store
You can access Afterpay for your Click & Collect orders when shopping in-store. If you are already in your favorite EB Games store, visit their online shopping website, https://www.ebgames.com.au/. Select the goods you want and checkout with Afterpay.
Within 30 minutes, your order will be ready for pickup.
In simple terms:
- Choose the items you want to buy
- Download Afterpay and register for a new account, or login into your old account
- Tap on the Card tab and proceed according to the prompt instructions to set it up
- Proceed to add Afterpay to your digital wallet
- At the cash desk, activate the Afterpay Card in the app, and proceed to make your order
When shopping online
Shopping online is the new way to get products to your home. At EB Games, you access Afterpay services by checking out Afterpay as your payment method.
If you already a registered user of Afterpay, you only need to log in and complete the checkout. If you are new to the service, you will need to sign up.
Have your email address and phone number, credit card or debit card number ready, and location. You get the approval to join the platform in a few seconds.
Once you complete your checkout, your order ships as fast as any other form of payment. You get to enjoy shopping more conveniently with the Afterpay payment alternative.
Conclusion
EB Games now has a more pocket-friendly payment option that lets you pay for your order in 4 installments. Choose your goods and checkout with Afterpay as your payment option. However, be careful not to order too much because failure to pay for an installation could be costly for you.
FAQs
Do you incur any charges with Afterpay?
Afterpay is for people who prefer to pay for their games and consoles over a certain period. However, there is a downside to this. For instance, you could find yourself purchasing more and more, hoping to pay later. In addition, any late payment of your installment attracts a hefty late payment fee.
Can you return goods paid for using Afterpay?
Returns and refunds are possible at EB Games, even after paying for your purchase through Afterpay. However, you must adhere to their return policy and contact the customer service team at EB Games.
Does missing a payment put me on the blocklist?
There is no ‘blacklist’ per se, but failure to pay an installment means you can no longer access the Afterpay service on any other store. Your shopping limit also decreases, affecting your tiers on the Pulse Reward program.