A Micro Transaction is a business concept in which users can pay small amounts of money for virtual things. Micro Transactions are common in free-to-play games, which means there is no charge to download the game, only to purchase virtual goods online. Micro Transactions have had the most profound impact on the video game business, which is always changing. Game creators have figured out how to make the most of this new cash stream. Micro Transactions are believed to be used by only 5 to 20% of gaming communities, and the quantities paid to vary.