Extradeal

Extra deal. Extra value. Extra money in my pocket when I leave again.
I’m a huge fan of this shop, as it offers a great range of DVDs and games at a low and affordable price. At first I can see why some may be afraid to enter and buy as the idea of ‘knock off’ games on the cheap doesn’t sound appealing. However, the items in store are good quality and each item I bought proved to be genuine.
The range of DVD’s is somewhat more extensive than that found at Xtravision and some old classics can be found lurking behind newer films. The shop is divided into different sections, where DVD’s, games and CD’s are separated. As well as this the DVD’s are put into ‘without a box’ section, and, yes, you’ve guessed it, ‘with a box section’. Just a note though, if you do buy a DVD from the ‘without a box’ section make sure you give it the once over as these items cannot be refunded

There is a reason these shops are so cheap — the digital age is here my friends and soon those DVD’s and CD’s that we all thought were so hip and happening will be a thing of the past — a distant memory like tapes!
As a car boot person (what’s the right word?) I know the value of a DVD these days is bloody low and cd’s are practically worthless — try selling a used Playstation 3 game on Ebay and you won’t get more than a few quid. This shop looks like it is full of bargains and the crowds flocking in to buy the stuff think they are getting something for nothing but the truth is the products they are buying are probably still over priced.
A nice idea if you like to collect the physical DVD or CD but seriously not for me!

I’m not convinced. Call me a snob, but buying second hand computer games /​old rental DVDS from Xtra Vision doesn’t fill me full of confidence.
In saying that, there is a huge range of stock, and most of the DVDs are fairly recent releases, rather than being completely out of the ark. The CDs aren’t quite so up-​to-​date, with a few Girls Aloud and McFly ones flying about, but they’re only a couple to three quid each. Some CDs have been inserted into plastic covers, selling at only 99p each, but I was staying well-​clear of this section for two reasons — a) it was extremely busy, and CDs were being pulled out left, right and centre, and b) I wasn’t particularly interested in CDs which had somehow (and you have to wonder how) lost their covers. Mmm.
I was tempted to pick up a copy of ’27 Dresses’, but since I had no idea where the heck that DVD had been, or indeed what condition it was in, I decided against such a purchase.
Extradeal offers fab bargains, but whether or not buying something from here is worthwhile remains to be seen. It’s a huge risk. You have been warned — proceed with caution…

Extradeal is a new discount DVD/​Music store opened on Belfast’s busy Royal Avenue. If you’re anything like I am and love films/​music, then get round here, NOW!
The prices here are ridiculously cheap, it’s ex rental stock now on sale to the general public. I’d advise you to check the quality of the disc before you commit to purchase, but saying that, I’ve yet to find a mark or scratch on anything. Their ‘without a box’ items of stock can’t be refunded but the copies that come with cases can, so make sure to keep your receipt.
OK, so they may not have every DVD available under the sun and it certainly can be a bit of a needle in a haystack scenario when you’re looking for items, but if you have the time and patience to have a good look then you’re bound to find something you’d like. I’ve already picked up some great bargains, like Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland for £6 (try getting it this price anywhere else) and the hilarious Pineapple Express for 99p.
Admittedly they need to arrange their stock properly, they do try to alphabetise the sections but the layout just doesn’t work. Saying that it’s probably the public who come in and disorganise it all. No, not guilty! Things like that annoy the life out of me, I couldn’t work here, if I had it all sorted perfectly and someone ruined it, I’d see red! But thankfully I don’t, and I shall try to reinstate order one little step at a time on a each visit!
But back to Extradeal, you can choose between DVD/​CD/​XBOX/​PS2/​PS3 format. With or without their boxes. You can always make your own cover if needs be. Just don’t miss your chance to bag a real bargain.