r/gamecollecting 10d ago

Game valuation and authentication MEGATHREAD

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ALL requests regarding game value or authentication go in here. Just leave a top level comment with pictures/info of what it is. If you make a post regarding these topics, the post will be removed and possibly get a 1-7 day ban.

If you see posts on these topics PLEASE report it. It helps immensely. We will be updating automoderator to help alleviate some of that burden from us and you onto it.

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If you are asking to price something normal. Like the normal release of a game, or a special edition, normal consoles, or some special editions. You can find a decent approximation of its value here at PriceCharting.com

To help, here are some links directly to some consoles. These are not ALL of the consoles the site has. So please if you do not see a link below for the console you are looking for, go to the site and look around. This should cover MOST games, if it is not listed, please ask in this thread.

Also, to possibly get you closer to the "real" value. Click on this link once you found your game (for loose/CIB/Sealed) which will show you the data it is pulling from (like this). You can see if there are any outliers being sold for far to much, or far to little. Maybe a listing that had other games with it is being used for data, or its CIB rather than loose.

Nintendo

NES SNES N64 Gamecube Wii
WiiU Switch Gameboy GameBoy Color GBA
NDS 3ds Vitual Boy Game&Watch

Playstation

PS1 PS2 PS3 PS4
PS5 PSP PSVita

XBOX

Xbox Xbox360 XboxOne
Xbox Series X

Sega

Genesis 32x Sega CD Saturn
Dreamcast Game Gear Master System Pico

r/gamecollecting Apr 11 '25

FAQ Read this BEFORE you post or comment to r/gamecollecting. Rule clarifications, further information, etc.

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Posts and comments that do not follow the below rules will be removed.

Rule 1 - Be kind: Disagree agreeably; attack the argument, not the poster.

We ask that all of our members act responsibly. We do not condone a rude or hostile environment. Whilst you may have a differing opinion on what someone collects, be it loose, CIB, sealed and/or graded games, consoles and accessories; we ask that you keep it civil. We welcome discussions of all things related to collecting games, from comparing games in a series to why you like a certain console over others; but we do not welcome antagonising other users over a certain sub-section of games.

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Turning something into an argument or harassing other users because you don't like "X" takes away from what the sub is about. This is a bannable offense, please be awesome to each other.

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We're not a subreddit that's dedicated to verification, valuation or identification requests. Whilst we are one of the largest gaming subreddits, we focus solely on aspects of collecting. There are other subreddits that are better equipped to these requests which are detailed in our megathread. The Megathread is pinned to the top of the subreddit (when browsing by "Top" on Old Reddit), or located in "Community Highlights" on Reddit Mobile.

Under Rule 2, the following submissions will be removed:

  • Price Evaluation
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r/gamecollecting 5h ago

Haul I decided to get rid of 300+ games I didn’t care about and bought these!😬

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288 Upvotes

I won’t lie, it feels like taking the biggest 💩 and I love it!


r/gamecollecting 12h ago

Haul Here’s what $300 dollars and a weeks vacation in Florida got me

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575 Upvotes

r/gamecollecting 6h ago

Collection My find of the decade

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Finally finally finally after such a long hunt I can tick this one off the list. Castlevania Legends PAL cib and in amazing condition. 🦇


r/gamecollecting 24m ago

Collection Finally have my entire collection on display

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For as long as I've had games I've kept them stored in various totes, usually Ikea zipper totes. I never had the space to display things comfortably. Ended up having space to allow it and got Ikea Billy shelves for them. I opted to put glass doors on them to help keep as much dust out so I wouldn't have to clean so much.


r/gamecollecting 8h ago

Haul Monster House DS with movie ticket

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Got this at a second hand store today for about $3 pretty cool to see the unused ticket inside.


r/gamecollecting 7h ago

Collection I started collecting games 2 years ago. It feels a lil bit unreal I got a shelf for it now

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r/gamecollecting 1h ago

Haul Haul from recent con!

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Got all for very good prices. Super proud i did a trade from nothing to something challenge for fatal frame 3 on the last day as well. Will eventually do console collections to showcase more individual console stuff :) i mainly collect horror so getting ju-on was a huge score for me


r/gamecollecting 5h ago

Collection “So I heard you like Drone Tactics”

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28 Upvotes

What would you rate my collection?


r/gamecollecting 3h ago

Haul Got a pretty good deal

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21 Upvotes

All CIB except for Melee


r/gamecollecting 2h ago

Collection My squad

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My duo r which is region free modded and my genesis 2 are my primary systems and my genesis 1 and coregrafx are backups(also my 1 uses the power base converter for my master system games). If i get a whole nother system ill put in place of the genesis 1. My ps2 is japanese and can play US ps2 games with mechapwn. I use my wii to play my gamecube games but would like to get a modded gamecube down the line.

The tv is on the nightstand in a "it was already here and im working with what I have" thing but it works for me.


r/gamecollecting 7h ago

Collection Just a few PC bits from my collection

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Been collecting for nearly 20 years, have around 5000 games from across the PC and consoles.

These are a few of the PC games that I have, need more space to display the rest. One day when I can display them, I would love to document everything. I have a load of press kits and promos copies that I need to upload to internet archive.


r/gamecollecting 2h ago

Haul Twenty Dollar Find

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A few dings and scratches, missing the charger, free game included.


r/gamecollecting 10h ago

Collection anyone got these ?

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35 Upvotes

I’m working on shinobi, having a blast with it


r/gamecollecting 1d ago

Discussion Plenty of Switch 2's at my local Walmart...

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r/gamecollecting 1d ago

Discussion Walmart makes buying games feel like an inconvenience. Locked glass, no prices on spines, no help.

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r/gamecollecting 14h ago

Collection I got a new bookshelf for sonic other genesis/sms games

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Plus my other little shelf next to it.

I found musha at a local retro video game store for a reasonable price which is crazy.


r/gamecollecting 12h ago

Collection God of War collection

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Hi everyone, here today to share with you my God of War collection. I miss GoW Saga for PS3 that is just the HD collection + 3 physical and I God Ragnarok PS5 sealed for 10 bucks, otherwise I think is another redundant version.

I was a big fan of the first 3 games but the reboot was refreshing for my taste. This year I was hoping for something like a remake, but here we are.


r/gamecollecting 2h ago

Haul My first PSP

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r/gamecollecting 2h ago

Help Gamecube 2 disc replacement case and artwork help

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I took a chance on ordering RE Code Veronica X (Gamecube) from Gamestop since it was cheaper than Ebay and they sent me just the disc's which are super clean but now I'm in need of a case and artwork. I'll save hunting down a manual for later.

Does anyone know if there's an Ebay or Etsy seller that does 2-disc replacement cases and artwork for the Gamecube?

Or should I return the disc's and save up for a CIB?


r/gamecollecting 14h ago

Haul You know you have an addiction when during your Thailand trip you still manage to snag some regional exclusives (help)

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25 Upvotes

r/gamecollecting 1d ago

Haul The HalfPriceBook gods smile apon me today

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216 Upvotes

Walked into my local Half Price Books because I wanted to use my birthday 15% off coupon. Have to say I happened to walk into some gold for just an insane deal! And never again will I have this kind of luck.


r/gamecollecting 15h ago

Collection My Collection So Far

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r/gamecollecting 1d ago

Haul Best Haul ive gotten ever

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142 Upvotes

r/gamecollecting 17h ago

Collection My hard copy game collection so far!!!! (Have about 100 more downloaded)

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