The Covid-19 is a killer for many businesses, but there are some who thrive in this harsh environment.
Namely food delivery platforms, online shopping platforms and, you guessed it, gaming shops.
I mean, what else do you think will happen when you stop people from going out and the World Health Organisation started recommending playing games as a viable hobby?
While some companies choose to laugh their way to the bank, there are others who decide that the extra money earned could be put to better use…
…by giving it to others.
S’pore Gaming Store Earned More Money During COVID-19
Qisahn is an online video games and gadgets retailer which has been around since the early 2000s.
It was reported that Qisahn’s sales on Lazada actually increased by 40% due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Right now, the team at Qisahn’s probably feeling really overwhelmed.
They Feel Odd To Be Profitable
In a Facebook post on 11 Apr, Qisahn was very forthright about their situation.
They highlighted that with the Circuit Breaker in Singapore and lockdowns in other parts of the world, demand for gaming consoles is high while production for said consoles isn’t catching up.
That’s why they had to sell their consoles at high prices since the cost price has increased.
However, they emphasised that it’s “odd” for them to be profitable when many other businesses are on the verge of dying.
So instead of keeping all the profits for themselves, they’ve decided to donate $25,000 to the Singapore Children’s Society.
This money, the company claims, comes from the company as well as all its staff members and they hope the money can help “bring happiness to more children”.
Discourages People From Buying Nintendo Switch
The company also said that “now” is not the best time to buy a Nintendo Switch as prices have increased.
Realistically speaking, now is NOT the best time to buy a Nintendo Switch because prices have increased. Even prices for preowned Switch consoles on Carousell are much higher now. Gamers can consider PlayStation 4 or XBOX One as we wait for Nintendo production to catch up with demand.
They also call on other companies who have seen “an increase in sales during (this) crisis” to do their part and give back to society.
Charities in Singapore have lost a lot of corporate sponsorships and could use some help. Join us in translating #sgunited into real action ?
Well, I don’t know about you but this Facebook post of theirs just gives me the warm fuzzies.
Agree?
