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How to sell old retro games for up to 7800 rand

Many people who grew up in the video game era may find that they have classic gaming consoles and software stored in their closets that can bring unexpectedly high profits today.

If you played on popular retro consoles or portable devices of that era, such as Nintendo or Sega, your old cartridges might be worth significantly more than you expect. It is important to have original hardware and games, rather than relying solely on emulators running on modern gadgets.

However, there is an important condition: to achieve maximum market value, cartridges usually need to be complete sets, including original packaging and manuals.

The potential resale value varies greatly depending on the specific game. Experts from PlayCasino.co.za noted that many South Africans still keep boxes of old games, and it is worth examining them carefully before they end up at a garage sale.

They emphasized that having the box and instructions plays a crucial role. For example, the Super Mario World cartridge alone is only worth a couple of hundred rand, but with the box and manual, it can exceed 2000 rand. It should also be remembered that prices fluctuate, so before placing an ad, you must check what price similar items in comparable condition were sold for.

An analysis of the ten most valuable titles shows that Game Boy games take the lead, with one entry each from the Super Nintendo, Nintendo 64, and Sega Mega Drive platforms.

Below is a list of retro games with the highest value when kept in original packaging:

  • Pokémon Emerald (Game Boy Advance) – R7,830
  • Pokémon Crystal (Game Boy Color) – R6,167
  • Pokémon FireRed (Game Boy Advance) – R4,604
  • Pokémon LeafGreen (Game Boy Advance) – R4,491
  • Streets of Rage 3 (Sega Mega Drive) – R4,261
  • Super Metroid (Super Nintendo) – R4,178
  • Pokémon Silver (Game Boy Color) – R3,430
  • Pokémon Blue (Game Boy) – R3,393
  • Pokémon Sapphire (Game Boy Advance) – R3,284
  • Pokémon Stadium 2 (Nintendo 64) – R3,175

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Rockstar Games has released a special collector's edition for GTA 6, which includes several themed items, but does not contain the game itself. This package gathers various collectible items, such as a replica of the alligator Macca The Gator, a cap, and a fanny pack, in addition to posters, stickers, and other collectibles.

This edition can be purchased through the official Rockstar portal for US$ 400, which is equivalent to approximately R$ 2 thousand at the current exchange rate. The main title, which must be purchased separately, is available starting from R$ 449.90 on PlayStation 5 (PS5) and Xbox Series X and Series S platforms.

It is important to note that Rockstar itself had previously indicated that GTA 6 probably would not have a physical media version, something that usually accompanies editions like this. However, the lack of an activation code drew attention from consumers. At the moment, these collectible items are not yet available for purchase in Brazil.

Although it is notable that the set announced by Rockstar does not include GTA 6 among the 11 promised items, this is not unprecedented. In 2024, 2K, Rockstar's partner company, released a collector's edition of Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 that also did not come with the installed game, generating complaints from some users on Reddit.

Besides the high anticipation for the Rockstar launch, the community has expressed the need for a physical version of the game. This demand was even raised by the hacker CyberLeeks, who leaked several images of the title at the end of August.

Despite the absence of the game in the package, the collector's bundle offered by Rockstar features exclusive products for fans of the franchise. Highlights include the miniature of Macca The Gator, an animated character seen in the game presentation shown by Netflix. Other available accessories include a drink stirrer, a shot glass, a customized fanny pack, a cap with references to Vice City, and Oakley glasses with pink details. The box also contains a mirror, a keychain, two game posters, along with several pins and stickers that reflect the title's aesthetic.

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