How I get Retro Video Games for CHEAP

[@Sizzyl]

The problem with videos covering all of this is that it also informs resellers of what to do in order to corner the market better.

[@ThatSoulsGirl]

Informed buyers will still have the upper hand as overpriced stuff won't be sold.

[@Majin_Vegetaisovr9000]

@@ThatSoulsGirl yeah… by the time a copy of a retro game being sold for a ridiculous amount gets bought by someone, the person selling the game could’ve gotten the amount of money they would get from selling the game. It’s so dumb

[@NicEeEe843]

They can research all this anyway… as if they need this video lmao

[@shouToad]

BRO HOW DO I KEEP FINDING MY FRIENDS HI SIZZYL

[@benygames7399]

it doesnt take a video to learn logic kid lol

[@Humberto-Haas]

Resellers in my area are charging more than eBay! It's hilarious their posts never sell

[@SMCwasTaken]

Chat with them and tell them that they're lying to Themselves into thinking a piece of plastic with a PCB inside is worth more that gold

[@TheMysteryDriver]

Same. It's wild

[@onekickrick]

germany by any chance?

[@santiinx737]

Leeches running dry, ruining the retro collecting hobby for the newer gen.

[@fakename5308]

@@SMCwasTaken The economic incompetence of your comment is one of the most embarrassingly hilarious things that I’ve ever seen

[@itranscendencei7964]

If only all the best methods weren't locally based. Where I am, FB marketplace is nothing but scams and Google prices. Garage sales are very hit or miss too, but more miss really. I'm guessing most of the people in my area traded their old games in. Low income areas really suck.

[@TheMysteryDriver]

I find in those areas you're best bet is to hang out near a pawn shop or Game store and offering to buy stuff people are bringing to sell or trade in

[@itranscendencei7964]

The fact that you are even suggesting that unironically perfectly exemplifies how bad it really is here. XD I just gave up on local listings, and focus on smaller online auctions.

[@tray84]

i recommend setting your area as somewhere not too far but not entirely local. i live in a big city so i set my location to be a but aways but close enough for me to travel

[@itranscendencei7964]

@@tray84 That's what I did. Doesn't really make all that much difference if you're not near a big city. I've gotten the bulk of what I want for my collection from online auctions at this point anyway. The things left that I still want are more expensive items that I would have had to get online likely, regardless.

[@bababooey1239]

low income areas are the best. high income areas suck. big cities with low income always have cheap consoles with games included. idk where u live maybe small poor town which just sucks

[@Numbuh_]

It’s crazy how market place has things for way cheaper than eBay, GameCube go for like 60$-100$ but slackers will sell it for 200$

[@christopher9727]

... Don't follow the worldly trends follow Jesus Christ today There is no security or hope with out Jesus Christ in this world come and repent of all sins today Today is the day of salvation come to the loving savior Today repent and do not go to hell Come to Jesus Christ today Jesus Christ is only way to heaven Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today John 3:16-21 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. Mark 1.15 15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel. 2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Hebrews 11:6 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Jesus

[@TheMysteryDriver]

Not in my area. Marketplace is and has been way more expensive.

[@SuperChristianMiiworld]

I found Fire Emblem Path of Radiance at my local retro game store for $350. And the original Paper Mario 1000 Year Door is at $150. So… . 🤷🏾‍♂️ gotta check your local market again bruh

[@Frank_Erz]

I wanted a SNES 20 years ago. Slackers was the only option at the time. $200. I still do not have a SNES.

[@lewisgrant7622]

You also need to be careful with marketplace as well

[@THNF89]

I'm sure FB marketplace and yard sales/thrift stores work really well in some places but it literally only takes a few "entrepreneurs" to ruin the used game market for a whole city. Our town has a couple guys running around early and they buy up everything just to flip it online. Our big thrift store in town has a guy who rents out a quarter of the store and he spends all day buying up all the video games from the rest of the sellers so he can mark them up and turn a profit.

[@YellosIsland]

I gotta say, your narration and camera presence has REALLY improved since the Pokemon prices video. Not only were all the tips and tricks invaluable, but your passion shines through. As someone who knows how hard it can be to "play it up" for the video, I see can your efforts to become more confident in front of the camera, and it's paying off! I hope to be this confident one day lol. Amazing and inspiring video!

[@Snivy102]

Oh ya, it was a fun video to make!

[@christopher9727]

.. Do you know Jesus Christ can set you free from sins and save you from hell today Jesus Christ is the only hope in this world no other gods will lead you to heaven There is no security or hope with out Jesus Christ in this world come and repent of all sins today Today is the day of salvation come to the loving savior Today repent and do not go to hell Come to Jesus Christ today Jesus Christ is only way to heaven Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today Romans 6.23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. John 3:16-21 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. Mark 1.15 15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel. 2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Hebrews 11:6 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Jesus

[@TheDrewCruzCC]

Hey Yello! Didn’t expect to see you here, guess we all want some good deals huh 😂 Been a fan since you were yelloyoshi, really enjoyed your Pokémon battery videos very in depth and helpful. Can’t wait for the next video, have a good one!

[@YellosIsland]

Oh hey! Thank you so much! Yeah I really enjoy Snivy's videos a lot, so you'll probably see me lurking here for his next video lol

[@TheDrewCruzCC]

@@YellosIsland Nice! I usually lurk around myself but I figured I'd say hello this time and to say thank you for making such entertaining videos, also yeah this was a really good video, I'll keep an eye on the channel myself haha

[@Aaron.Seabolt]

Biggest tips to use. Block repetitive sellers and filter out searches about $200. Thanks.

[@engiegames448]

Thanks for the summary!

[@KawaiiCat2]

As someone who sells online, I never meet the buyer at my place of living or theirs. We meet in the middle at Starbucks or something. You never know when a buyer could come over to your house and then beat you up and steal everything. People have done that before not to me but I’ve heard it also, you don’t want a random stranger to know where you live. Always be safe and meet at a local coffee shop or something in between both of you. So for buyers I suggest sometimes just saying hey can we meet at a Starbucks near where you live. That way it doesn’t inconvenience the seller and they’re more likely to sell to you.

[@RoseihDBTB]

you can also get a coffee with them just to chill

[@localTurtwig]

*Develops an app for ad alerts* "Fine, I'll do it myself." For real tho, what an absolute chad move. Thanks for sharing all these tips and tricks, and you did an amazing job on the camera and editing!

[@Extremelyblessed777]

What is the app???

[@indy5280]

It also helps that the resellers here just lowball everytime. So if I actually offer market or a few euro’s below asking they likely accept. And the only person I shared this video with lives at the opposite side off Europe so we aren’t direct competition of eachother

[@TrailingSpaces]

This is an excellent video ! I've always wanted to get into retro game collecting but the high prices and resellers scared me off. Thank you for sharing these tips !!

[@Aaron-mn2ro]

How I get them for free 🏴‍☠

[@PsychoJJCG]

Why would anyone ever do that? *Door gets kicked down* “WHY DO YOU HAVE OVER 642 🏴‍☠️ GAME-“

[@joshuaweber5577]

Real

[@jacrispybbq]

​@PsychoCheeseBurgerUSAjust get a miiyoo mini plus thousands of retro gams for 60 bucks in e been loving it

[@Oliver-d7g]

Lol

[@Kurohige93]

Wave that flag high my guy!!!

[@Snivy102]

All listings featured in this video are real deals that were available at one point. Some I scored, others I missed out on. Which of the listings would you have liked to stumble upon?

[@Snivy102]

For most of you clicking on this video, I imagine it would be this one: 20:20

[@ShimmeringVapidCoal]

When is your app coming to the US and other regions?

[@Snivy102]

@@ShimmeringVapidCoal I don't have any plans to work on a versions for other countries atm. Sorry

[@ShimmeringVapidCoal]

@@Snivy102 :/ Alright. I just wish there were easier options to find extensively rarer games... I appreciate the work you've done with this video though.

[@expic3954]

Ive been Facebook scouring for 2 years now, everything in this video is spot on. Well done

[@sirnooby]

Nice video! The tips you provided were really helpful, and you even created an app. You really are underrated, can’t wait for the next video! :D

[@gt7984]

Honestly miss the days when retro gaming, especially gameboys weren't such a huge thing. The problem with hobbies getting huge is it always introduces a large amount of bad actors, in this case shit tons of scalpers. A similar thing happened to quadcopters: they were once a small niche hobby where some expertise and insider knowledge was necessary to get into it, but once they got more popular and accesible, you had idiots flying them around airports. That caused regulators to step in and in turn made the hobby a PITA.

[@todorokishoto1]

I have mixed feelings about this, while very appreciative for the solid advice, I am also scared of what effect this might have if the video becomes popular and resellers end up watching it. Most good deals are taken within a 2hour window after being posted on marketplace in my area. In order to get anything decent you have to constantly open the app and check by typing vague words to get the biggest search results. The competition part hit me in the feels I've lost count as to how many times resellers have offered 50$ to 150$ more on things that were affordable prior to them spiking the price. Good video on the topic for the sake of genuine gamers I hope it doesn't trend but if it does, it's well deserved keep up the good work 👍

[@Snivy102]

Most committed resellers know all these tips already. I very rarely compete against actual video games collectors for deals in my area. Hopefully these tips reach more genuine video game collectors in order to even the playing field. I'd also hope video game collectors are less likely to get into a bidding war like myself (11:54)

[@ritzboo9490]

I won’t lie I used to do a mix of both collecting and selling. The competition these days and the lengths people will go through to get something is beyond what it was a couple years ago. Absolutely wild

[@RobertBrocchini]

Two things: 1: thank you so much for the guide, I’ve been buying everything from eBay when starting my collection, and it’s not really as fun when it’s a bag in the mail compared to from a store or from marketplace, not even mentioning the prices. 2: 9:27 as the leader of the tepig fandom this is ruthless slander and we have made peace with snivy long ago

[@Savariable]

I wish this was a thing when I was getting my hands on the ds pokemon games- still remember falling for a reproduction copy of heartgold on ebay even when looking at higher prices in an attempt to filter it out, and then examining things insanely closely the second time around to get a legitimate copy of soulsilver- Now the only game I REALLY want to collect is just mariokart ds which I am fine paying like 20 dollars for whenever I have the money, so I am not too worried, so I won't really get too much value out of finding these deals though. But tbh, I probably still will try to use this advice for if I want to get the games for a friend or something (or help them find a good deal), because I WOULD rather someone experience the game for the first time on official hardware than emulation or repros

[@therealwhite]

I got an extra copy of Mario kart I wasn't expecting free with my DSi LL I got from eBay... which wasn't free but was a good price. I had to rebuy it since my childhood DS broke and my family threw it away with the MKDS cart inside. So that's like, my 3rd copy of the game??

[@ploscariuvalentin1544]

You really know what are you talking about I respect you very much for showing to small collectors like us the good ways of finding stuff for cheap

[@inkedsharkyt]

Thanks! These tips are going to be so useful.

[@eimanyousaf5566]

THANK YOU the unique approach is so smart

[@tonyhell234]

Last week i was looking for a gameboy colour, and a guy was selling one for 20 buck without the battery cover i was just about to buy it, but a reseller got it before me, about 1 hour goes by the reseller makes a post selling it for 110 man collecting suck now

[@backseatdog]

first video i saw from you, and i have to say it was great!

[@TheChaotiCake]

I needed to go to bed 25 minutes and 15 seconds ago, but you're too darn entertaining. ez sub

[@scpnoobers]

Flea markets is where I’ve gotten 30 percent of my gaming collection in the last half year. It really depends to which ones you go to. For example I decided to go to a swap meet (aka flea market) in Oakland and it was mostly new cheap junk but I managed to find a guy selling old stock from a closed video game store and got a Xbox 360 and 4 games. But my favorite flea market is the one in Watsonville, one in two stands have a video game at a very low cost and it is my favorite.

[@CooldownCentral]

just wanna say, i got a CRT for $10 at a garage sale exactly a year ago. it was going to be $20, but they for some reason went down to $10 once i left to go get cash lol. absolute steal. it has a DVD player and a VHS player in it too

[@brogTuah]

honesetly if you dont care about having the catridged in your hand mod a 3ds it sure makes my day every day

[@maxalmonte14]

My method: pirate the hell outta videogames for FREE!

[@erica1399]

Yes and if people want the original experience, playing on original hardware, get an everdrive/flashcard, sure a flashcard costs some money too, but you can get all games for the price of one, everdrives can be really expensive but if one is poor there are cheaper alternatives/clones available

[@_2ndliferetro]

This is such great advice! Awesome video!!

[@stro3277]

in 2018 I bought all the gen 3 games Firered, Leafgreen, Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald with the boxes for my dirtbike which at the time was about $300 ish if that consider my dirtbike at the time was scratched up and barely functioning he wants it for the parts... All the games are authentic and are working I even bought a new custom gameboy to play them and relive my childhood. The prices sure have skyrocketted...

[@stro3277]

AM I lucky or did I scam that dude?

[@stro3277]

I spent the last few years learning how to write code and started making my own distribution carts for the events to make it that much more of a legit playthrough. Considering you can't do the events anymore...

[@chase1bandz]

The biggest problem on marketplace for me is they put a different price in the description than on the listing

[@FadedBlack93]

What I usee to do was hit struggling mom and pop video rental stores and ask if they were willing to sell their games i would have to buy in bulk but sometimes they would even let me pick out what i wanted. It was great too bad they are all gone now.

[@StephinePrysock]

You really know what are you talking about I respect you very much for showing to small collectors like us the good ways of finding stuff for cheap

[@christopher9727]

.... Do you know Jesus Christ can set you free from sins and save you from hell today Jesus Christ is the only hope in this world no other gods will lead you to heaven There is no security or hope with out Jesus Christ in this world come and repent of all sins today Today is the day of salvation come to the loving savior Today repent and do not go to hell Come to Jesus Christ today Jesus Christ is only way to heaven Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today Romans 6.23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. John 3:16-21 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. Mark 1.15 15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel. 2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Hebrews 11:6 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Jesus

[@MRTHEBREAD]

The problem with my side as a collector is that I live in Puerto rico. The facebook marketplace is a total no go as everybody including their grandmas hike up prices to the extreme to get every little cent out of you. The garage/thrift store sales are just not a thing here. The local shops here are 100% worst than facebook even sometimes selling 2x prices for horrible condition games. The only thing I got right now to find semi-good deals is ebay, since most sellers are from the U.S I can maybe if Im lucky get stuff cheap. My collection has been slowly growing with everytime I travel to the U.S and I hope one day I manage to get pokemon emerald.

[@confusion6739]

i’m from a lower income city and everyone on marketplace is selling the games, consoles, …etc for unopened unused prices even if they are scratched, damaged or anything else

[@gamerguydood4999]

Brb im getting a Canadian citizenship, its probably less pricey than the savings ill get from ad alerts on games!!! Also gate keeping this video for the life of me, i need good prices!!

[@Snivy102]

As long as the video doesn't blow up, the deals should be safe with us 😉

[@gamerguydood4999]

@@Snivy102 as much as I want your content to succeed cuz you genuinely make great videos and the world needs to see them This one can flop for the deals

[@TheJohnGray]

Literally right after watching this video I pulled up craigslist and found a listing under "old video games" with a bundle of PS1 PS2 and PS3 games. Among the PS1 games was MegaMan two legends and breath of fire IV (both of which are roughly $100 each) but 16 total games for $100- thank you for the motivation !

[@matthewknight1505]

Please tell me that you have a link to whatever the storage unit you have at the beginning of the video? For research purposes ;)

[@CubieJet4Cube]

thanks for always being so thorough and meticulous!

[@ChaoticMeatballTV]

Been trying to use this myself for the older Pokemon games to get duplicates for shiny hunting and... phew, there isn't ANYTHING in the state of Florida. Just either a bunch of scammers or people that require me to drive 2+ hours for $10 off eBay prices. Even other non-Pokemon games are all just a bunch of resellers. It's crazy that The Villages is the biggest retirement area in the entire United States and still, just a bunch of resellers and eBay prices. Guess I'm doomed to pay market value lmao EDIT: I even checked the sold listings page out of curiosity and there was literally nothing. Kind of astounded how Florida has been demolished in regards to cheap older video games.

[@acehealer4212]

There are some games I have my eyes on. Thank you again for the advice.

[@alexsalgado23]

that switch tactic offering cash instead is absolute genius

[@TheRedCrayon02]

Excellent video as always!

[@StarryMysts]

i love collecting so much, great video ^_^

[@BadForLife]

Nice video and Snivy profile picture both of these got you a easy subscribe you are a true w

[@AlmaViejo33]

great video brother! insightful, witty, entertaining, and informative…all in one !

[@Adreyan2232]

That last "missed deal" really stung, even though i know that copy of heart gold was probably no where near my location it still hurts to see it sell for 5$ but happy to se at least someone got a good deal

[@iamataldi]

Feel like yard sales and flea markets are still the best way to go about this. Direct communication, you can test and check right there and bargain more easily. It's very casual too. Most people there just wanna get rid of stuff from childhood. Online is only worth it to me if you're getting buyer's protection and have good records and receipts. Charity / thrift stores don't always let you return items, but you get the mix of being able to physically test the game / console but also get proof of purchase

[@calciumrods1779]

Estate sales are my favorite way to find games, garage sales are hit or miss but I got a complete copy of Melee in a barn for 3 bucks so they end up working out eventually.

[@IowaCoconut]

This was an amazing video for finding retro games, but where did you go?!?!? I miss you

[@tinaagnello7437]

Great insights. Your app is super useful and not only for video games.

[@CHAINSAWGOATSIMS]

That sold section of the video had me going crazy.. .DAmnn!!! Those prices 😱😱😱 Also, where'd you get that game drawer... well I don't know what it is... The thing you had at the beginning that had a lot of games that had those doors, kind of like a fridge.. What is that?? I'd like to get me one of those when I get a video game collection. Thanks in advance!

[@jps.5920]

Dude the cabinet is awesome

[@otakutoongamer5616]

Finally you have returned ❤

[@bluiris23_]

4:40 hurts my soul 😭

[@Anomaly570]

The fact that he still hearts people on this video after 8 months is incredible

[@Snivy102]

This is my most recent video 😅

[@Marzetty23]

I'm convinced I will never see a SS/HG or B&W2 for less than 180 dollars. I know that I am only proving myself right with that attitude, and will continue to look, but it's so depressing. At this point I would probably be willing to go soul silver and white 2 for 200 dollars ( 100 buck each) but even offering double what they retailed for isn't good enough for sellers. Regardless though, I appreciate the video. I am inspired to keeping giving FB market a chance.

[@blakeslone9731]

I got a great gameboy sp plus 10 games for only $80! This man isn't wrong.

[@TTyronE_]

I sold my old gameboy games back when I was struggling financially - I got nostalgic about 6 months ago and looked for replacements for what I sold. Ruby, Sapphire, Firered, Leafgreen and Emerald - from what I could find locally, were just fucking insane. A minimum of 120 euros EACH, some of which with dry batteries that needed replacement - I saw some RSE cartridges that were cracked and/or with torn labels for 90 euros, I just couldn't justify paying that. I decided to grab some reproduction carts and boxes on the internet (boxes on Etsy, carts on AliExpress) and they serve the purpose that I wanted. I don't care for authenticity, but I know that I can look at the repro boxes, know there's a playable game inside, and remember the memories I had playing those games despite them not being authentic. I wish I had my options, but I'm from a small island country of around 500k, so the local options are my only options unless I'm also adding 25 euros on top for delivery, or up to 50 depending on where they are coming from.

[@Rikka_Roll]

What is the shelf you use to store your games from the beginning of the video and would you recommend it to anyone for actually storing games like that?

[@Snivy102]

Just some old media shelf. The original color is brown so that's what you should look for if you're looking for the same one. I got it off Facebook Marketplace used. It's pretty convenient because it protects all your games against dust when it's closed

[@Rikka_Roll]

@@Snivy102 It's really cool, I love the way it opens. I'll have to take a look around, Thanks!

[@BeefJerkey]

When I was younger, it was super easy to find random old games for really cheap. Lately I've been trying to collect certain ones, and have made almost no progress. Really frustrating. And I don't often have much time to comb through online listings. Now, I'm in the USA, and I have noticed that Canadian sellers on eBay tend to have slightly lower prices.

[@HomikaGaming]

Gary Oak without a car. And having other people go out of their way to bring him games his grandad would be proud

[@user_Z-]

Great to see you back and I'll make sure to never share this video so I can always win 😈

[@japangamejunk]

Honestly you should just bring a few empty suitcases to Japan and go crazy... The amount you save would more than cover your plane and hotel That $40 Pokemon Black is usually 100 yen (66 cents now) here at most used shops, and the same price for a complete copy of that Ridge Racer V

[@paulnewhouse5126]

I wonder how much the "Ass Wiper 1000 Mega Collection" goes for on the open market.

[@Snivy102]

I laugh every time I read that message. I should reply to that guy, thanking him for his wise words

[@Snivy102]

Actually I should just link him this video lol

[@paulnewhouse5126]

@@Snivy102 You should!

[@AkashianRecords]

He must've been talking about Kirby Superstar

[@krispychiken5279]

Love your whistle of Looker's Sorrow Theme

[@absolutezerochill2700]

4:39 DANG BRO But, unless the market has changed so much in a few months, this means there is hope!

[@ajx2956]

This video is phenomenal best sum up, thank you for this! 🙏

[@SargeWolf010]

I'm still looking for Fire Red, Leaf Green, Red, Crystal, Black 2, White 2, and Emerald, and Nintendo GameCube Gameboy Player (disk)...😰

[@zonk1477]

As the buyer I can just wait. I hope those sellers are happy I see the price has crashed on a bunch of those games that they are stuck sitting on now. I never understood the mindset of holding on to stuff. Are they like hoarders. Just tells me they don't want to sell it at all even if it means they are stuck with it for years.

[@biscuitbcat]

I paid £70 for pokemon white. I also paid £75 for a giant stuffed red panda. I think I just have issues

[@Snivy102]

Username checks out

[@biscuitbcat]

​@@Snivy102lmao

[@magnawaves]

I think you are a goal oriented individual and you are making it HAPPEN

[@biscuitbcat]

@@magnawaves thank you for enabling me bestie ❤👑

[@Feyudin]

​@@biscuitbcatDo what your heart loves bro👍

[@pantaticecream]

AS SOON AS YOU SAY TURN ON THE SOLD, MY HEART CLENCHED AS I SAW A COPY OF PLATINUM THAT WENT FOR 800 php. (for context, platinum can go around 3,500 php in my country.)

[@SutekiRedux]

my brother in law was trying to sell his PS4 for the price of a new one at his garage sale. and wouldn't take negotiations for ANYTHING. despite that yk, being the point of most garage sales.

[@ItsNep]

I'm frankly surprised with how far out we are from covid, game prices still havent gone down. I have many of the grails I would like for my collection, but I would still like to grab a few niche odds and ends and not spend a fortune.

[@HarmonyOmega]

The "retro video game store" franchise in my area has batshit demented prices but the antique mall that has its own video game section is much more reasonable.

[@Coincofferr]

Really good video helped me a lot.

[@cullbear55]

I got my copy of Emerald for $65 off of eBay. It was listed as not working, but when it arrived in the mail, it did lol. The game froze after I turned it off and tried booting it back up a little later, though, and I opened it up. Board looked fine, and it turns out it was just one of the solder joints on the ROM chip that had an iffy connection. I tapped it with my iron, and it works like new again!

[@SunTzu_0]

thats why i started to build my library from third party hardware i flash my own gbc games and lable them and i sift through broken consoles that i can fix instead of buying ones that work in my country everyone sells retro stuff by googling prices only to end up having to hold onto their items for years due to no demand while resellers only ask for 25€ for Ds lites that have a broken or scratched screen

[@ey_rar]

Another term when searching for games is typing in terms used by people who don't know about gaming a lot. For example, Pokemon red cartridge will cost a lot but a Pokemon red CASSETTE will be cheap.

[@cosmicXtropics]

“next to nothing” is such a lie. It takes years to amass a collection especially spaning multiple genres and platforms. Time is the biggest factor not cash.

[@Snivy102]

Not if my app spends the time searching for me

[@cosmicXtropics]

@@Snivy102 you have to wait for the items to be posted. Next to nothing would be cents also....

[@Snivy102]

@@cosmicXtropics it's next to nothing because the deals typically include a bunch of video games - not all of which I need. So whatever I don't need, I sell to make back the money spent. That's typically how collectors build up huge collections. Like I say in the video "you gotta take the crap games with the good games, or no games at all"

[@TurtleSauceGaming]

I got a local indoor outdoor flea market near me. Me and my buddies go and have breakfast and walk around Good time by all. Mostly resellers, but I did find one guy who was selling some video games, and he left a gameboy player disc in a fifa 06 case. To date, my best score. Driving early to various garage sales is not fun and burns gas.

[@VeteMjol-ef3bn]

I bought pokemon emerald for 15 bucks the other day

[@retroqueen1177]

This was very helpful I work from home and I have all the time in the world to refresh FB marketplace and I there was some tips in here I really thought could be helpful, I do re-sell on ebay not FB it is allot of work but since its just a side gig I can reinvest everything I make and already in 1 month starting with $500 i now have over 7k in inventory I subed and will keep watching

[@tlfa590]

nice vidoe snivy guy

[@Snivy102]

absolute legend

[@gamerguy425]

I don't like FB marketplace because of the Ghosters, but I have got some deals, I agree with you that yard sales/flea markets are not super worth it (especially if I end up with things I otherwise wouldn't buy by itself but I get tempted by the cheapness) thrifts aren't worth it if you only want video games, but if you like other used stuff like CDs movies, plushes, Nerf you can find at a thrift it might be worth it. Indy shops absolutely never have deals, but they usually have a consistent pricing point like 15% below eBay to 40% above, but it's easier to return game that don't work for one and they usually test games and inspect or resurface discs which is good Ebay can have deals but they're usually random and it's hard to find the best deal on what you want is "lowest price" give you potentially a ridiculous amount of similar things you don't want like different games in the same franchise.

[@AkashianRecords]

"Have I showed you my 100% discount card?" -Someone on the internet

[@squidman5070]

Good tips

[@Le_Monkey_Dude]

Gotta say, was not expecting to see Level1 Games there. Didn't know we lived in the same area lol

[@JonathanAnimates17329]

I wanna get older consoles but on Facebook marketplace, older stuff is always so expensive and usually far away, and as someone who also has a bugdet, it’s hard to find anything good.

[@danthepokeman3640]

Very good advice! Thank you!

[@8-bitstorm]

Is there any American version of ad alerts? Or any kind of similar service? Game collecting can still be a real pain and thats a brilliant idea. I'd even pay for it.

[@tioh5915]

Can you share how you made that app? Cause i was planning to do so in my region but have 0 clue :D

[@HashGoblin1]

Great video!

[@kensprivateinvestigation2128]

Lucked out 2 weeks ago and found a DS lite in almost new condition and it had a game in it. Paid $6 for it.

[@carlosromanmunoz949]

For people who collect, what is your plan 20-25 years to make sure your physical copies don’t go bad as they are meant to with their short lifespans? How do you live with the inconvenient shelves of games? Also when traveling how do you guys go about playing your games ?

[@animeloveer97]

I mean disc rot is an issue for cds but most cartridges will probably be fine, hell most nes games only ever need a cleaning to work

[@shoover2889]

I’ve seen too many Hannah Montana games in my searches for older games.

[@jyeeeee]

@14:58 can we please appreciate the Ass Wiper 1000 Mega Collection game?

[@Raqza]

I got a 3DS with 7 games (3 boxed and 4 loose) for 40 quid (about $50) on Facebook, which my mum found within an hour of it listing, i was so happy cause that was the amount of money I had at the time for Christmas and my bday 😂

[@absolutezerochill2700]

14:57 Dang what happened previously in the convo to the right lol What did you to make him that mad?