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Rent Two Games Free: Rent two games free for 10 days when you join the Gamefly video game rental club. Alternatively, you can get your first month at a discounted rate. Gamefly also sells used video games, with free shipping.

Game Magazines from $3.99 Per Year: Best Deal Magazines offers magazine subscriptions starting at $3.99 per year when you use the coupon code TAKE15 to take 15 percent off your order. It offers more than 50 magazines for $3.99 per year. You can start new subs, extend those you already have or purchase gifts.

Download a Free Game: Create an account at GameHouse and download a free game during your first 30 days. If you continue as a member, you will be charged $9.99 per month to download one free game per month. You can also purchase additional games for $6.99 each or play unlimited games online for $19.99 per month.

Video Game Coupons: The Deal Dude has compiled a list of video game discounts and coupon codes. Click here to browse the list before you purchase games or controllers.

Become a Video Game Designer: Many schools offer diplomas or degrees video game design. Computer Colleges offers a complete list which you can sort by location. Or earn your degree online at schools such as DeVry, The Art Institute of Pittsburgh or Westwood College.