About our store and the history of its opening.
Play and Laugh is one of the fastest-growing online game retailers in the UK. Since our launch, we’ve delivered over 228 shipments across the country and successfully built a high-performance, customer-focused gaming store that brings together speed, reliability, and entertainment in one place.
Over time, our platform has evolved through 25 major development cycles, each bringing new features, improved user experience, and expanded product lines. Today, Play and Laugh offers a wide network of delivery options and a vast catalogue of video games, gaming consoles, and accessories — carefully curated across every major platform and generation.
In 2019, we launched a new strategic initiative aimed at enhancing product accessibility, streamlining international orders, and strengthening our fulfillment network. This ongoing effort ensures that whether you're buying a retro classic or the latest release, you'll get fast delivery, secure checkout, and expert support — every time.
Play and Laugh continues to grow as a trusted destination for gamers of all kinds, driven by a passionate team and a commitment to innovation in digital retail.
Some of your questions answered here.
We get a lot of questions about our course. You can get any answers in no time here.
We offer games for PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC. Each product page includes compatibility details, so you can be sure it will work with your system.
We offer both! You’ll find brand-new, sealed consoles as well as professionally refurbished units that are fully tested and guaranteed to work.
We accept returns within 14 days if the game is unopened. Unfortunately, we cannot refund opened games unless they are defective.
Orders are usually dispatched within 1–2 business days and delivered in 2–4 business days via Royal Mail or DPD.
Our controllers are platform-specific. Make sure to check compatibility (PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, etc.) before purchasing.
Welcome to Play and Laugh – where gaming isn’t just a hobby, it’s a way of life.
At our core, we believe that games have the power to connect people across generations, spark imagination, and bring pure, unfiltered joy. From the pixelated charm of retro titles to the adrenaline rush of next-gen adventures, every product we offer is a portal into a new world — and we’re here to help you find yours.
🕹️ Our Mission
We started Play and Laugh with one goal: to build a space where both casual players and die-hard enthusiasts could find everything they love in one place. Whether you're dusting off a beloved console from the '90s or grabbing a controller for your very first co-op night, we’re here to support that moment.
Our mission is simple:
Make gaming accessible, exciting, and unforgettable.
That means fair pricing, reliable service, and an ever-growing catalog of games, consoles, and accessories — all curated by people who genuinely care.
🎮 What We Sell
We stock a wide range of products for gamers of all types:
Video Games – Explore titles across all generations: from NES to PS5, from indie gems to AAA blockbusters.
Gaming Consoles – Whether you're hunting for a refurbished classic or the newest release, we've got it covered.
Controllers & Gear – Level up your gameplay with responsive, stylish, and ergonomic controllers for every platform.
We’re constantly updating our catalogue, hunting down rare finds, fan favorites, and new arrivals so our store always feels fresh — like walking into your favorite game shop for the first time again.
🎯 Why Gamers Choose Us
We’re not a faceless warehouse. We're real players — people who still get goosebumps from boot screens, who stay up late for midnight launches, and who know how it feels when you finally beat that impossible boss.
Here's why our customers stick with us:
🛒 Hand-Selected Inventory – No filler, no junk — just gear we’d buy ourselves.
🚚 Fast & Reliable Shipping – Across the UK and beyond.
💬 Support That Listens – We speak your language (and probably played your favorite game too).
🎁 Special Deals, Collector Bundles & Limited Drops – Because we know what gets a gamer excited.
🌍 Our Community
Gaming has changed the world — and we want to give something back.
Through partnerships, giveaways, content, and local events (coming soon), we aim to grow a friendly, inclusive community around the love of games.
🎉 Let’s Play
Whether you’re chasing nostalgia, hunting rare collectibles, or jumping into something brand new — we’re glad you’re here.
Play and Laugh isn’t just a name — it’s what we hope you’ll do every time you open one of our packages.
Welcome to the family.
Now grab a controller — your next adventure is waiting.