MCC 7994 - Videogames 
Merchant Category Code (MCC) 7994 is designated for the "Videogames" category. This code primarily serves businesses that deal with video game-related activities. It encompasses a range of establishments from arcades and amusement centers to companies involved in the sales and rentals of video gaming machines and accessories.
Types of Services
- Amusement Arcades: Locations offering various coin-operated games, video games, and other amusements.
- Gaming Centers: Places where patrons can play video games on consoles or PCs, often by the hour.
- Video Game Rentals: Businesses that rent video games and gaming equipment to customers.
- Online Gaming Services: Platforms offering digital versions of video games for single or multiplayer experiences.
Related MCCs
- MCC 7995: Betting (including Lottery Tickets, Casino Gaming Chips, Off-Track Betting, and Wagers at Race Tracks): Focuses on gambling-related activities, differing from straightforward video gaming.
- MCC 5734: Computer Software Stores: Encompasses software sales, which may sometimes overlap with video game sales but primarily focuses on a wider range of software products.
- MCC 7841: Video Tape Rental Stores: Previously covered video and game rentals, focusing specifically on media rentals.
FAQs
- What types of transactions fall under MCC 7994?
- Transactions include fees for playing games in an arcade, renting video games, and gaming session fees in internet cafes or gaming centers. - How do businesses benefit from using the correct MCC?
- MCCs help businesses categorize their services for merchant account setup and processing fees. Correct categorization can also impact chargeback rates and ensure compliance with card network rules. - Are online video game purchases included in MCC 7994?
- Typically, physical locations offering video game services fall under this MCC. Digital downloads and purchases might be categorized differently depending on the payment processor.
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