In spring 1987 games market in Spain suffered a drastic drop in prices to fight piracy, from the usual 1.200 ptas (7,21€) to 875 ptas (5,25€).

The decision, first started by distributor Erbe and then followed by the rest of companies, was a success, as game sales experienced a notable increase.

#microhobby analyzed where each peseta entered went:

Manufacturing: 105
VAT: 94
Shop: 256
Programmer: 80
Estructure: 125
Advertising: 50
Taxes: 57
Profit: 108
TOTAL: 875

#zxspectrum #retrogaming