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Gaming MoneySaving
Archives for March 2020
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Customer service at Microsoft
Hi, My child recently bought the Xbox Ultimate package ( around £32) by mistake. He only has a pc and should have bought the £3 for 3 months for the PC. He redeemed the code that was gifted from my credit card to his xbox account. Within half hour we realised the mistake and he cancelled downloading it. I contacted…
PC games for luddites
Hi all With staying in a lot more at the current time, my version of 'Delta Force Land Warrior' is getting a bit samey ! Any PC games out there, of a similar age, similar simple usage, and able to work with my Windows 10 PC ? Not a great fan of internet games sites like Miniclip, sorry, just my thing. Keep safe and healthy
Apps for kids
Are there any recommended apps for kids to learn finance issues? Like saving, budgeting etc kids are 8 and 10.
Play board games / cards online with family members
Given the current lockdown situation I am looking Into the feasibility of playing board games (e.g. scrabble or an equivalent) or cards on line with family in different locations. Set up would have to be fairly simple such as tablet apps or browser windows on tablets (we don’t have gaming consoles) and not everyone is…
Minecraft upgrade on switch
My son has Minecraft Switch Edition as a physical game. I want to upgrade it to the Bedrock edition so that he can play with his friends while they are off school. It's supposed to be a free upgrade but the nintendo eshop is saying it's £19.99. Does anyone know how to get the upgrade if you have the switch game as a…
Is the Switch worth the extra money over the Switch Lite?
I want to play some pokemon over the next few weeks/months/however long we are going to have to be inside for. My question is, what exactly does the full Switch do that the Switch Lite can't, apart from plug into a TV and enable multiplayer? Any advice appreciated, thanks in advance!
31 free big-name games for iPhone or Android
With the recent launch of Apple Arcade, a £5/month gaming subscription service for iPhone/iPad - not to mention the possible need for many to self-isolate in the coming weeks - I reckon now might be a good time to round up some of the best free games you can download for iOS or an Android device. Read the full blog…
Where can I buy a mini SNES console ?
Argos are sold out (nationwide ?) at £79.99 Asda had them at £49.99 but are out of stock Amazon are taking advantage and are asking £145 - which I am not prepared to pay This is to give me something to do - if we are forced in to isolation
Ownership of games/software, what are my rights as a consumer?
MSE has always interested me in how the tagline has "fighting your corner" so I have a dilemma that is currently rearing its head in the digital marketplaces. Years ago, digital content was sold through physical media such as you have a CD or a case that holds a unique identifier for a license to download and use a piece…
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MSE News
Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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