I quit "hunting" hunting years ago. I used to go to thrift stores and flea markets constantly and would walk away with tons of stuff. I used to make craigslist deals. When I saw the increase in competition, I knew I just couldn't compete, my time, energy, and happiness are worth worth more. It got to the point where I'd pull up to garage sales minutes before to be early, while people would've already been there an hour earlier just on the off chance to get some games to resell.
My guess is prices will continue to rise as more people enter the retro and physical media community. As you stated many people are selling due to the economy, so opportunities will still present for collectors and resellers.
Lately, it's becoming common to find folks selling their prized games for less than they're worth. Just this week, I spotted Panzer Dragoon Saga on my local Craigslist, and it was snatched up in under an hour. I've also noticed multiple listings for Haunting Ground on PS2 from different sellers over the last three months. It looks like people are eager to sell without having to go through eBay.
Honestly, sniping on eBay has been more fruitful than buying in person. Specifically Switch and Limited Run titles I've been able to find for good value. You just have to keep a keen eye on auctions, I hardly ever buy outright.
I quit "hunting" hunting years ago. I used to go to thrift stores and flea markets constantly and would walk away with tons of stuff. I used to make craigslist deals. When I saw the increase in competition, I knew I just couldn't compete, my time, energy, and happiness are worth worth more. It got to the point where I'd pull up to garage sales minutes before to be early, while people would've already been there an hour earlier just on the off chance to get some games to resell.
I have done hunting before at thrift stores. But the problem is more often than not I end up with filler games and games I don’t want.
My guess is prices will continue to rise as more people enter the retro and physical media community. As you stated many people are selling due to the economy, so opportunities will still present for collectors and resellers.
if more people are selling, prices will drop due to competition
I can see common games getting cheaper and the more expensive games getting further expensive.
Lately, it's becoming common to find folks selling their prized games for less than they're worth. Just this week, I spotted Panzer Dragoon Saga on my local Craigslist, and it was snatched up in under an hour. I've also noticed multiple listings for Haunting Ground on PS2 from different sellers over the last three months. It looks like people are eager to sell without having to go through eBay.
As what Meredith Brooks said in 1997 is that "I hate the world today" too
Honestly, sniping on eBay has been more fruitful than buying in person. Specifically Switch and Limited Run titles I've been able to find for good value. You just have to keep a keen eye on auctions, I hardly ever buy outright.
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I’m one of those quiet ones buying 😂😂😂😂
Just as I thought things will finally tone down as we go into 2025...
…with 100s of more GameStops closing this year😮