Thinking of selling your Sega CD collection? Whether you're holding long jewel case titles, cardboard longboxes, or rare Working Designs releases, this FAQ covers everything you need to know before you ship.
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🎮 Sell Sega CD Games – Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions About Selling Sega CD Games 
Can I sell Sega CD games without the case or manual?
- No. We do not accept loose discs. Games must include the original long jewel case, artwork, and manual to be eligible.
What if my Sega CD game is missing the manual?
- Missing manuals result in a 40% deduction from the quoted trade-in value.
Do you accept Sega CD jewel case reprints or replacements?
- No. Original long jewel cases must be included. Generic or custom cases will result in a rejection or deduction.
Do you buy import Sega CD (Mega CD) games?
- No. We only accept NTSC-U (North American) Sega CD games. Mega CD imports from Japan or Europe are not eligible.
What if my Sega CD game came in a cardboard longbox?
- If the original cardboard longbox is missing, the game may be rejected or heavily deducted since replacements are hard to come by.
📦 Game Condition & Completeness
My Sega CD case is cracked—can I still sell it?
- Minor cracks = 30% deduction
- Major damage or broken hinges = $15.00 deduction (replacement cost to buy a new case)
What if the disc has scratches or disc rot?
- Light surface wear is okay
- Deep scratches, top-side (foil) damage, or disc rot/bronzing = rejected
- Test discs before sending if they show wear
How can I spot data rot on a Sega CD game?
- Hold the disc up to a bright light. If you see small pinholes where light shines through the foil label, that indicates disc rot.
Are stickered games accepted?
- Stickers on the case = okay
- Stickers on the manual, disc, or artwork = 30% deduction
- Torn, stained, or water-damaged art/manuals = rejected
🌎 Region & Authenticity
Do you accept reproduction, bootleg, or burned Sega CD games?
- Absolutely not. We only accept authentic retail releases in original packaging.
How do I know if my Sega CD game is a repro?
- Common signs include inkjet-printed discs, wrong label fonts, no hologram on the foil label. Refer to our Counterfeit Guide for help.
Do you accept Sega CD demo or sampler discs?
- No. Demo discs, sampler discs, or pack-in promos are not eligible for trade-in.
Tips to Maximize Your Trade-In Value:
- Include original long jewel case, manual, and artwork
- Ship in secure packaging to avoid cracked cases - Ensure you packaged the cases with bubble wrap.
- Have other Sega Video Games to Sell? We have FAQ Pages for: Sega Saturn, aand Sega DreamCast games as well.
