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[ThePaink1ller]

Q1 - What is Play-Asia?

Ans - Play-Asia is an online shopping website which mainly sell video games, Music, figurines, Movies and Books.

Q2 - Where is Play-Asia Located?

Ans - They are located in Hong-Kong.

Q3 - What does Play-Asia Sell?

Ans - Play-Asia.com was established in 2002 and is a leading online retailer providing video games, DVDs, music CDs, gadgets and toys.

Q4 - Is Play-Asia Safe?

Ans - Play-Asia is probably one of the most reliable shopping websites on the Internet. Its not a scam and its completely safe to buy stuff from them.

Q5 - What are the payment methods that are accepted by Play-Asia?

Ans- Check out THIS link.

Q6 - I want to know what those small "availablity icons" stand for. Whats what?

Ans - Its pretty simple. For further reference, please check out THIS link.

Q7 - In case my shipment gets damaged in transit, do I get a warranty?

Ans - Yes, You Do! Play-Asia gives a warranty of 6 months on any item you purchase from them. Check THIS link out for further details.

Q8 - How long does it usually take for the average shipment to arrive?

Ans - It may vary. The shipping of Play-Asia is not very reliable in India. There have been a lot of cases of shipments getting stuck in the customs. So, the time always varies. At times, members have got their shipments in around 5 days while some had to wait for over a month.

Q9 - I haven't received my shipment for a long time. What Do I Do?

Ans - Contact Play-Asia's customer support. They have a very good service and should reply to your problem within 24 hours.

Q10 - I want to know more about the Pricing of Play-Asia. Where do I go?

Ans - Just head right HERE.

Q11 - Does Play-Asia Charge for Shipping?

Ans - Play-Asia doesn't charge for shipping for a certain weight to India. There are other shipping options which are available like FEDEX and UPS. Orders using these options are very reliable. They reach you within no time at all but you end up paying a lot of custom duty.

Q12 - Will I be charged any custom duty once I recieve my order?

Ans - Its uncertain. At times, you do and at times, you dont. Although the probability of paying custom duty is higher than paying no duty at all.

Q13 - What are the Shipping Options that Play-Asia provides?

Ans - The shipping options ranges from Free shipping (till a certain weight) to expensive ones such as FEDEX, UPS etc. The free shipping is not all that reliable. It also takes 15-20 days for your shipment to arrive. There is no tracking facility for free shipment options either. On the other hand, express shipping options such as Fedex are very costly. If you choose this shipment option, you'll receive your order with 4-5 days but you'll end up paying a lot of custom duty.

Q14 - Can I pick-up the order myself from their warehouse?

Ans - No, You cant.

Q15 - Can I track my order online?

Ans - The Free Shipping option does not let you track your shipments online while the express shipping options like UPS and Fedex have a tracking facility for your order(s).

Q16 - Can I sell my own products on Play-Asia?

Ans - Yes, You Can. Check out THIS link for more details.

Q17 - I have my own website, Can I be add Play-Asia as an Affliate?

Ans - Yes, You Can. You don't even need to have a website. Check THIS link for more details.

Q18 - My order was lost in transit, Can I get a refund?

Ans - Nope, You Cant. Instead of a refund, Play-Asia gives you a store discount coupon which has exactly the same amount of the order you had placed which got lost during transit.

Q19 - If Play-Asia dont refund, how do they compensate?

Ans - Please refer to question number 18.

Q20 - Does Play-Asia ship only to Asian Countries?

Ans - Nope, They ship all over the world. Please check THIS link for more details.

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[ThePaink1ller]

if u guys have any more questions, please do tell me so that i can add them

[jackhammer06]

Nice compilation Umang!!!!Will be of great help to new Buyers.

[Akshay]

Good work man... NICE!!!!!!

[WhatsInTheName]

Umang, great idea!!
About the shipping question, although you have mentioned that it has taken as less as 5 days for some orders to reach, it still is not a very concrete answer. I realise that a concrete ans to this is not possible, but if we can add some facts here which can help to derive some conclusion?
1. Like a poll in this thread there members can vote the average time it took for their package to arrive; Or
2. A sub-thread where every member can come and contribute the following details -
value of order
shipment chosen
order received in how many days
customs charged
city where delivered.

This will def provide enough support/answer to people who are going to try PA for the first time.

Edited by WhatsInTheName, 22 May 2008 - 02:24 PM.

[Chaztin]

Nice 1 Umang...

[ThePaink1ller]

Umang, great idea!!
About the shipping question, although you have mentioned that it has taken as less as 5 days for some orders to reach, it still is not a very concrete answer. I realise that a concrete ans to this is not possible, but if we can add some facts here which can help to derive some conclusion?
1. Like a poll in this thread there members can vote the average time it took for their package to arrive; Or
2. A sub-thread where every member can come and contribute the following details -
value of order
shipment chosen
order received in how many days
customs charged
city where delivered.

This will def provide enough support/answer to people who are going to try PA for the first time.

I think its better to open the poll in the PA order delayed thread...lets keep this thread for questions regarding Play-asia only

[WhatsInTheName]

PA order delayed is definitely a better place cause I think the thread has evolved as a "PA shipping woes" thread

[AtheK]

good stuff umang....but dont you think we can have as the first post in the PA order got delayed thread itself

[Fire Wolf]

You should add a point that a 10$ off 50$ coupon can be obtained by making 5 posts at strikebang.com.

[reddevilgautam]

if u guys have any more questions, please do tell me so that i can add them

Can you please let me know what is the amount of customs duty (if its levied) I would have to pay if I order say a PS3 game of 2000 bucks.

[india_kid4]

just one question.. has anybody actually not gotten their shipment? like you asked pa customer support and they resent the product but even the second time it didn't arrive? just curious...

[WhatsInTheName]

Can you please let me know what is the amount of customs duty (if its levied) I would have to pay if I order say a PS3 game of 2000 bucks.

If you choose free shipping (economy bubble, preferably) - almost negligible chance of a duty.

[WhatsInTheName]

How come PA affiliate link is removed from the affiliate links at the bottom?

[ThePaink1ller]

Its still there for me...it doesnt load at times...Guess theres a bug...and thanks for bumping the thread...realized I have to update it

[WhatsInTheName]

true..I saw it just a second ago, and now its gone. But for me, it appears, more often than never, which was not the case earlier.

[ReNaGaDe]

I'm a first time buyer at play asia and have ordered a chill stream ps3 controller. I accidentally canceled my order when it was in the order received stage but then re confirmed it. It now shows Payment confirmed waiting for credit....What does this mean ? I have already done the payment by credit card. Please help.. TIA

[ThePaink1ller]

The payment couldnt go through. Cancel the order and place it again.

[ReNaGaDe]

^ You mean to say that my card wasn't charged because i canceled before it could process..? I have to now order it again and make the card payment again..?

[ThePaink1ller]

They probably havent charged your card yet and thats the reason why you see the payment pending thing. Cancel the current order and check with your bank if they've charged you or something, if they havent, place a new one.

[Chaztin]

Umang..u can put up hw the forex rate too there.. that hw much PA is gonna charge per dollar.

They will charge Rs. 44.71 per Dollar.

[NeoeN]

Will PA mark items need to be shipped as "Gift"? If you request them to do so?

[reaper]

^^ nope ..

[NeoeN]

^^ THanks for the quick reply. Bummer. The only time my order got blocked was when i ordered it as a stupid box, ever since then every time i order stuff as that bubble pack it has gotten thru.

Any one aware of any site that marks items as a gift? Other than ebay ofcourse.

Thanks

[Tabby]

i recently made a purchase of a game with my CC, but the next day they sent me an email asking for manual authorisation???? asking for photocopy of CC + supporting document although to preven fraud.

has any1 faced this situation before? would they cancel my order ? coz when i check my orders it shows its cancelled.....

i have sent them the manual authorisation

[pArth]

You should add a point that a 10$ off 50$ coupon can be obtained by making 5 posts at strikebang.com.

hey can u tell me more about this

[pArth]

You should add a point that a 10$ off 50$ coupon can be obtained by making 5 posts at strikebang.com.

is the coupon still available??

[phoenix33]

a nice bump for a helpful thread (even though its a sticky )

i ordered for the first time through Play-Asia. I ordered just one NDS Game, and opted for Air Bubble Economy Packing. Are there any chances of the package getting stuck at customs? From what I've read above, it rarely happens.

Can anyone with personal experience of shopping from PA help calm my nerves?

Thanks.

[blackheart2925]

^^ hey there is a PA thread just below this sticky in the Imports section, you can check it out there...also you will get replies faster.

Speaking from personal experience, the cheapest option of shipping and one two games at a time is the best way to avoid customs notice. I have ordered three games at two occasions, no hassle.

[blitzkreiig]

a nice bump for a helpful thread (even though its a sticky )

i ordered for the first time through Play-Asia. I ordered just one NDS Game, and opted for Air Bubble Economy Packing. Are there any chances of the package getting stuck at customs? From what I've read above, it rarely happens.

Can anyone with personal experience of shopping from PA help calm my nerves?

Thanks.

Depends which city you're from.....A single game wouldnt attract any customs, that too a NDS one is barely any size.
So just calm down n wait for 10-12 days.