Just launching in beta is IGS.com, a consumer-to-consumer (C2C) service provider for MMORPG users. It's a "player-driven marketplace" that lets players bypass MMO currency retailers to trade virtual goods and items for a variety of MMO titles directly amongst themselves. Currently, it looks more than a bit like eBay for game items.

IGS lets its customers compare offerings and sort sellers by prices, lead-times or feedback ratings. Buyers can set their own prices and lead-times, aiming to create a competitive environment where sellers can thrive and buyers can benefit from comparison shopping. It also provides customer support to sellers for order and payment processing, to ensure quality of service for sellers, and to allow sellers to focus on communication and delivery.

It's true that historically, these types of transactions have been somewhat of a fraud risk, as unscrupulous types can conduct unmonitored transactions at best, and in a worst-case scenario, steal information from buyers. IGS aims to institute a secure transaction system under its monitoring.

Says IGS in its press release: "IGS is developed by a team consisting of veteran MMO gamers, RMT industry professionals and C2C trading specialists. The team is aiming to create the next generation of virtual currency trading by utilizing a combination unique skills, knowledge, and expertise. IGS will continue to innovate within the RMT industry and is already developing plans for further additions and improvements to IGS.com."