Restore and Replay: Video Game Preservation
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How to inspect games! PS1 edition
Inspecting games!
With my piles and piles of filthy games also comes piles and piles of information! And with more and more games being bought and sold online, it’s now more important than ever to be able to assess games both virtually and in-hand! So let’s get into it!
In this series we show a few different examples of damage and issues you might find on PS1 jewel case games. How to identify water issues from images, how to check a game for mold or other troubles, and some general things to look for while you’re giving them a once over!
While you can (and should) always walk away from a sale of a game if something doesn’t feel right, sometimes you can snag bargains by knowing what the issues are! (Or by spotting something that other sellers/buyers maybe didn’t!)
And remember, we’ve got videos on how to fix PS1 discs and swap cases too! So no matter the issues you might run into, we’ve got you covered!
And as always, if you have any questions, feel free to find me on Discord or drop me a message in the comments!
-Eldoug
Tools I use! And affiliated links to buy them on Amazon!
(Let me know if you are outside of the US, I have suggested tools for most international countries too!)
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Cleaning a smelly/dirty Switch game!
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Oh brother.... this game stinks! (I nearly went with that title, but we're above click bait here). So look, sometimes games just stink. From spills to dirt to... who knows what. Cleaning up a game might seem fairly straightforward, but there are some tricks and techniques that make the process easier, and some reasons why you'd want to use some items over others! So let's get into the whys and ...
Cleaning an Xbox 360 disc! Round 1!
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Microsoft Xbox 360 discs! One of the most standard things you'll find in any game store. And while these discs are tough, they can get scratched same as any others! In this series we'll talk about cleaning and resurfacing Xbo 360 games specifically. While you'll see a lot of the same methods as my other videos, I want to make sure that if you all out there need to clean an Xbox 360 game, you ar...
How to fix a circle-scratched PS1 disc!
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Circle scratched discs! Fixable. Always. Don't you let anyone tell you otherwise. In this episode of Restore & Replay we show you how to fix a circle-scratched PS1 disc, as well as get into some diagnostics of the disc in real time! This will kick off our "Circle Scratched" series, and hoooo boy we've got some good ones planned!! Circle scratches like in this video always come from the console ...
PS2 Disc Cleaning Series: Part 2- A Tale of Two Issues
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Part 2 of a multi-part video series on PS2 discs and cover arts! Today we have two Mademen, but each with a different problem of it's own. Water damaged cover arts, center ring scratches, disc label fading, we even clean a disc! This is an expansion on the topic of PS2 discs and games in general, you just might learn a thing or two! -Eldoug Tools I use! And affiliated links to buy them on Amazo...
SkipDr: What it does, and how to fix that.
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Hollywood Upstairs Medical College has another graudate, and their name is the SkipDr. SkipDrs have been around for ages, but do they actually help or hurt a disc? And is there a way to tell if a disc has been a patient of the SkipDr? We go over the whole thing. How it works, what it does, and how to fix what it does! I don't recommend using these, but that's explained in the video as well! It'...
Resurfacing a DVD using car scratch remover!
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We don't just clean video games here! These methods can be used on DVDs, Audio CDs, CD-Roms, any disc that has a protective layer of polycarbonate!! Wel also don't just use Novus here, there's a whole world of scratch removers and plastic polishes out there that you can use! So here we go! Resurfacing a DVD using car scratch remover!! The steps might seem similar to the other resurfacing videos...
Removing a Blockbuster sticker from an OG Xbox game!
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While this wasn't quite the full disc sticker I was hoping for, it's still a good example of removing these center ring stickers!! They also rarely come off in one piece! Ok so this process is the same as the RedBox sticker for Xbox 360 games, except for one small difference. The Blockbuster stickers are technically security stickers so they'll intentionally leave residue and sticker. You'll se...
Mold On Cover Art: Part 2! UVC wands!
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Molding cover art. Hey did you know mold can exist in space? Wild. We're gonna need some bigger tools. Even more wild is this tool we're featuring in this video! A UVC cleaning wand! We get into why and how I use this tool, and how it might help you tackle some of the moldy situations you find yourself in too! Tools used - Gloves - UVC wand - Mask - Fan for air circulation Mold can be toxic to ...
Removing paper sticker from N64 box!
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Rental store stickers! But the nice ones. Thankfully paper stickers were commonly used on most game boxes from the 5th generation and earlier. It wasn't until after the CD and DVD cases came out that we also saw a shift towards plastic-based stickers. So dear viewers, you are in luck! Today we bring you two methods of removing paper stickers. As well as how to identify a paper sticker, the diff...
How to polish scratches from a PS1 case!
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Jewel cases, CD cases, acrylic cases, plastic houses for CD, whatever you might call these CD cases, they can be temperamental! They scratch easily, can show scuffs without any warning, and just overall see so fragile! But dear viewers you are in luck! That plastic polish you've been using to clean up your games? Well good news, it can remove scratches and revive your jewel cases too! And we'll...
1000 Subscriber Celebration and Origin Story!!
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We hit 1000 subscribers! Which is awesome!!! But I also realized I might not have told everyone exactly who I am and what I'm doing here! So let's fix that. In this episode of Restore&Replay, I go over how I got started in game cleaning, what my goals are for the channel, and how you can use these resources! And I clean an SNES game while doing it! Tools I use! And affiliated links to buy them ...
PS2 Disc Cleaning Series: Part 1- The Intro
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Part 1 of a multi-part video series on PS2 discs! This one's going to be a series and a half! PS2 have 5 different types of discs, and we're going to cover each and every one, as well as cover every issue you might run into! (Assuming I can find a disc with every issue you can run into). I love the PS2 library, but those discs are getting up in age now, and more often than not they need some cl...
Disassembly of multi-disc jewel cases!
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You asked for it! Well, somebody did. How to disassemble multi-disc cd jewel cases! This might seem like a goofy one, but hear me out. Most PS1 games in multi-disc cases are decent titles. PLUS those black dividers can be crazy tempermental. We aren't exactly flush with replacements either. So an ounce of prevention goes a long way!! Once those black center dividers break, it can be tough to fi...
Removing a paper-based sticker off a PS1 game!
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Holy heptane Batman! Playstation 1 cd jewel cases. Some might say "just swap them", but that's not always the best option. Multi-disc cases, longboxes, or just a sticker on that otherwise perfect case, sometimes you just gotta remove a sticker! Well never fear! We've got the solution. Two solutions in this video! We show you how to remove a paper-based sticker from a cd jewel case. This method ...
Cleaning a resurfaced GCN disc! Round 1!
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Cleaning a resurfaced GCN disc! Round 1!
GameCube Disc Cleaning Series: Part 3- It still won't play!
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GameCube Disc Cleaning Series: Part 3- It still won't play!
Cleaning Palo Blue's NES cart! (removing marker from an NES cart)
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Cleaning Palo Blue's NES cart! (removing marker from an NES cart)
Basic cleaning and sticker removal of PS2 games: Part 1!
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Basic cleaning and sticker removal of PS2 games: Part 1!
Cleaning loose NES carts. Round 1!
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Cleaning loose NES carts. Round 1!
Repro roundup and Hack hoedown!
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Repro roundup and Hack hoedown!
Cleaning a CIB NES game. Round 1!
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Cleaning a CIB NES game. Round 1!
Removing a GameStop sticker from cover art Round 2!
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Removing a GameStop sticker from cover art Round 2!
How to clean a game disc 3 ways!
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How to clean a game disc 3 ways!
Routine Cleaning & Care of Shelf Games!
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Routine Cleaning & Care of Shelf Games!
Cleaning of and How to Use the N64 Cleaning Kit
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Cleaning of and How to Use the N64 Cleaning Kit
GameCube Disc Cleaning Series: Part 2- Center Ring Residue
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GameCube Disc Cleaning Series: Part 2- Center Ring Residue
GameCube Disc Cleaning Series: Part 1- Intro and basics
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GameCube Disc Cleaning Series: Part 1- Intro and basics
Removing a Redbox sticker from an X360 game!
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Removing a Redbox sticker from an X360 game!
Removing a Best Buy Pickup sticker from a sealed game!
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Removing a Best Buy Pickup sticker from a sealed game!

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  • @rocky6439
    @rocky6439 День тому

    You should try buffing one out with a car buffing sponge kit for a drill. That would be cool.

  • @xTheUnforgettablex
    @xTheUnforgettablex 7 днів тому

    What are you using to clean the front label? I see a wipe but what is it exactly? What brand?

  • @xTheUnforgettablex
    @xTheUnforgettablex 7 днів тому

    The word "Not" was covered with a marker, what was used with the cotton swab to get rid of the marker that was covering the word "Not" on the back label of the cartridge?

  • @xTheUnforgettablex
    @xTheUnforgettablex 7 днів тому

    What can be used to clean the bottom of disc video games that is safe? What can be used to clean the top of disc video games without removing the art design on the top of the video game discs?

  • @xTheUnforgettablex
    @xTheUnforgettablex 7 днів тому

    Can anyone please let me know how to clean the labels of cartridge video games without damage? There are times where the front and back labels of cartridge video games need cleaning because someone eats or drinks and touch the labels. Anything that can be used that won't damage the labels? Thanks.

  • @SuperElite411
    @SuperElite411 15 днів тому

    Can the Novus be used on the Blu ray discs and game discs on Blu ray?

  • @Dj_db
    @Dj_db 16 днів тому

    Anything household because i dont have any scratch remover.. i tried toothpaste on an eminem cd yeeeears ago and it burnt through the plastic and was useless so not that lol

  • @IanPrino
    @IanPrino 19 днів тому

    I was hoping to find a video repairing a Blu-ray disc. Do you happen to have one? Or, are you up for making one?

  • @MartinGow-wv6ch
    @MartinGow-wv6ch 20 днів тому

    Why r u yanks soooo long winded!!!!?

  • @JayHurst1
    @JayHurst1 20 днів тому

    My friend gave me broken Mario Party 7 disc for free and I fixed it with this video!

  • @BadCooper
    @BadCooper 21 день тому

    I'm binge-watching all these fanstatic videos, I've just bought a PC big box games but on the inside it has some little spots of mold I guess. so i was wondering if there's something I can do about it

  • @thomastoscano3152
    @thomastoscano3152 23 дні тому

    I bought about 10 games last week and most of them didn't work. I felt like the most stupid guy on earth. But the I found your video and, while cleaning, it did made me feel better and more relaxed. Also, donating games to kids and stuff like that is such a beautiful thing to do. Suddenly I realised that its OK if the games dont run. It was never only about myself, gaming is also about connexting to others. And your video sure made me feel that way. Thank you sir! God bless your soul.

  • @Nick-ft1vs
    @Nick-ft1vs 23 дні тому

    Can you tell us how long you normally wait before whipping it off? Thanks!

  • @MVGaming621
    @MVGaming621 24 дні тому

    I’m about to try the McGuire X, they don’t have the 2x at the store so I’ll be back when I’m done with a disc.

  • @jojokokolo2121
    @jojokokolo2121 24 дні тому

    This was a high quality clean job, A+ for care.

  • @ThrowbackGames_
    @ThrowbackGames_ 25 днів тому

    That cartridge has seen years of capitalism

  • @coachbennett10s
    @coachbennett10s 26 днів тому

    Do you know Novus takes the texture of plastic, e.g., Gameboy shell or Dreamcast shell?

  • @ColaTai
    @ColaTai 27 днів тому

    Time to play mario kart wii

  • @seoyeon_csr
    @seoyeon_csr 27 днів тому

    i bought a scratched xbox 360 disc from a thriftstore for like a quarter, put it in my xbox 360 and downloaded and installed the free upgrade of the game. that's how you bypass the scratches.

  • @johnqueen9798
    @johnqueen9798 27 днів тому

    Yea I have one with ring scratches. It won't read. So I'll try this maby it'll work as it's a super expensive game.

  • @WeKnowRight-b6e
    @WeKnowRight-b6e 29 днів тому

    Piracy screeeeeeeeeeeeen

  • @srichter4633
    @srichter4633 29 днів тому

    Wow! What a difference! Thank you!

  • @choppols1
    @choppols1 29 днів тому

    I want you too get one leave it on way too long on a blank poop disc and wear the belt down

  • @NikkiWrightVGM
    @NikkiWrightVGM Місяць тому

    I know you're using a microfiber cloth but I saw you rubbing a disc in a circular motion, that's a bad idea since even the smallest of circle scratches can make the disc have read problems. You're much better off going from the hole of the disc outwards.

    • @RestoreAndReplay
      @RestoreAndReplay Місяць тому

      Appreciate the input! I’ve been doing this for a while so I know what works for me but be sure to do what works for you!

  • @leolupin7930
    @leolupin7930 Місяць тому

    Just WOW!!! I'm a very large video game collector with over 4,000 games and I'm in my early 30's. Your videos are amazing and have really taught me a lot in video game restoration and treatment of my collection. lol you have saved me a lot of money :)

  • @EthanGrace938
    @EthanGrace938 Місяць тому

    Part 4. Cry

  • @Acutus3399
    @Acutus3399 Місяць тому

    Thanks for the tips definitely gonna try this. I know this video is like 2yrs old but I've watched a couple of your vids and you spend way too much time buffing the bottom left hand corner and almost no time top right.😂

  • @lagarto89
    @lagarto89 Місяць тому

    Hello, so far your disc polishing tips have helped me a lot. However, it would be nice if you could help us polish a disc that has been scratched by the flex of the slim ps2

  • @hiandres8400
    @hiandres8400 Місяць тому

    What do you recommend for sharpie on top side of the disc?

  • @jezzybass7660
    @jezzybass7660 Місяць тому

    My Elm Eco Master never leaves a white ring in the middle and always leaves it mirror finish. Even on the really bad discs max ran through the machine is two times. Yes, each game has a certain amount of times to resurface before no good, so why not do it correctly the first time with the absolute best resurfacing machine on the market. It also does 50 discs at a time.

    • @RestoreAndReplay
      @RestoreAndReplay Місяць тому

      You also sound like you know how to operate the machine which makes a huge difference! My channel focuses on methods that don’t require a machine but I’m glad you’ve found something that works for you!

  • @oceanroad1584
    @oceanroad1584 Місяць тому

    Did anyone see the disc play?it may work i dont know but the waffle went through me😂and 😂😂😂

  • @roberth2627
    @roberth2627 2 місяці тому

    Does this work on Blu ray disks..??

  • @altjumps
    @altjumps 2 місяці тому

    Can you buff the top of a PS1 game

    • @theunsound1010
      @theunsound1010 4 дні тому

      definitely not if the top is messed up its probably done for

  • @BlueBlueUnderMyShoe221
    @BlueBlueUnderMyShoe221 2 місяці тому

    Question my copy of fallout new Vegas has a scratch and it won’t read the disc and I got shoe polisher will that work on the disc

  • @Jrizzle7426
    @Jrizzle7426 2 місяці тому

    I used 99% isopropyl and a x-acto blade. Took 5 mins.

  • @theomuraca7395
    @theomuraca7395 2 місяці тому

    Wow another great video i am starting to get good at polishing these discs up by hand and am getting good results, still getting micro scratch's and don't know how to get rid of them maybe you know of a better way sense you are the expert, also do plan on doing a video on deep scratch removal like using micromesh pads it would be so helpful have a handful of discs with deeper scratch's and because of that even though they are much better they still skip, and lastly do you plan on making a video on blue rays and also how to use a machine correctly, keep up the good work. thanks Theo

  • @danielbrown383
    @danielbrown383 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for this. I just tried this on a disc that would always freeze. Now it works.

  • @GROUPGALAXYEntertainment
    @GROUPGALAXYEntertainment 2 місяці тому

    Hello, you just help me fix some settings on discord, I have stumbled upon your UA-cam channel in the past. I am Happy to meet the creator of it.

  • @arturoherrerajr2424
    @arturoherrerajr2424 2 місяці тому

    What if the game has deep deep scratches how do you clean it

    • @RestoreAndReplay
      @RestoreAndReplay 2 місяці тому

      Focus on just polishing that scratch. Work in all directions, across and along the scratch. And try to keep the movements as flat and smooth as possible!

  • @marcludwick512
    @marcludwick512 2 місяці тому

    This is older, but been watching. I have an old Smackdown game for PS2 that was pretty scratched up. Game works but some of the music and video on the screens during the entrances are messed up. Tried polishing twice and still the same. Do I do a few more rounds of polishing, or am I screwed?

    • @RestoreAndReplay
      @RestoreAndReplay 2 місяці тому

      Keep cleaning it! Usually on PS2 discs all of the audio is kept on the same spot on the disc, so that should narrow down where you should look!!

    • @marcludwick512
      @marcludwick512 2 місяці тому

      @RestoreAndReplay Ok Thanks. I'll give it a go. Luckily most of the game is fine, but that little bit bugs me.

  • @kirt121
    @kirt121 2 місяці тому

    Kinda unrelated to this video, but I have a copy of silent hill on ps1. Expensive game, works alright but had one deep scratch on the disc that I would like to remove. Because of its value I’m worried about trying to fix the scratch. What would you recommend? Any help would be invaluable 🙂

    • @RestoreAndReplay
      @RestoreAndReplay 2 місяці тому

      Focus on just polishing that scratch. Work in all directions, across and along the scratch. And try to keep the movements as flat and smooth as possible!

    • @kirt121
      @kirt121 2 місяці тому

      @@RestoreAndReplaythanks for the reply, much appreciated. Il give that a try!

  • @EthanMartin-ui2gq
    @EthanMartin-ui2gq 2 місяці тому

    Thanks recently I got a ps2 slim from a family member that they had as a kid and I need a lot of disc fixed

  • @martin.aguilar.a
    @martin.aguilar.a 2 місяці тому

    Can novus 2 scratched remove scratches too on PlayStation disc games?

  • @martinmokras7882
    @martinmokras7882 3 місяці тому

    Awesome video, but what if it is the manual and cover art what stinks, not the box?

    • @RestoreAndReplay
      @RestoreAndReplay 2 місяці тому

      Toss them into a bag with baking soda! Make sure they are perfectly covered and let it sit overnight! I've got some bags doing that right now actually!

  • @danielbrown383
    @danielbrown383 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for this. Im going to try it out on one of my discs which keeps freezing. Its got several long circular scratches on it.

  • @jtthompson4886
    @jtthompson4886 3 місяці тому

    Im a reseller and just bought a lot and almost all the games have mold on the cover arts but the disks and manuals dont seem to have any mold what should i do in this situation?

    • @RestoreAndReplay
      @RestoreAndReplay 2 місяці тому

      RUN! But honestly you can either sit down and mitigate all of the mold. Or look up some repro cover arts. Mold cleaning and restoration is a not fun process, so I don't blame people for not wanting to do it. But you can start by leaving the art and disc and manuals out in indirect sunlight for a halfhour to kill off the mold.

  • @ProJatior
    @ProJatior 3 місяці тому

    30:29 I’m using Novus 2 on a PS2 copy of Batman Begins. Before I put any polish on it (Simple isopropyl job at first) the game ran not perfectly by any means but no big issues. I’m 3 quarters into the game and it’s beginning to skip really bad. Music and sounds are repeating like a broken record. Well that’s actually been removed a bit with some polishing. I can get through the interrogation with some annoying freezes but otherwise less technical issues. After all that I can’t make it past a door. Some enemy’s are supposed to come out so I can move forward and also sneak behind and knock them out. I had to look it up to see what’s supposed to happen. Sue me. I think I’m justified this time.

    • @ProJatior
      @ProJatior 3 місяці тому

      Scratches are all over none appear to be more substantial than the others. Maybe not my best EBay purchase it came complete though.

    • @RestoreAndReplay
      @RestoreAndReplay 2 місяці тому

      This can happen though! Sometimes I'll clean a disc, play the game and run into another freeze and have to clean the disc again! Don't give up!!

    • @ProJatior
      @ProJatior 2 місяці тому

      @@RestoreAndReplay Ugh. Okay I get back to it. I might need to pop in an album or 2 for this one. I am so close to the end of the game and I will not play the Arkham games until this one is beat.

    • @ProJatior
      @ProJatior 2 місяці тому

      Some Beatles then some Avril Lavigne… Maybe IDK it doesn’t have to be complicated and I hope it won’t be long. If it is then Tommy Dorsey will accompany me as I swing over to my room. Video games of each age aren’t the only things I get sentimental over.

  • @CrimmyAdventures
    @CrimmyAdventures 3 місяці тому

    Your tips and tricks of cleaning is such a treat! I applaud you for sharing these alternatives! I found an ebay disc that is super scratched which is Def Jam Fight for NY for a good deal of 20 bones. Im gonna try to resurface and use your tutorial the best at my ability!