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Keyword Guide – Sell Games Faster on Our Website Using the Right Terms

Quick Tip: Want to sell your games faster? Use accurate keywords when searching The Old School Game Vault to get...

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Sell Your Retro Video Games in Illinois - Get Top Dollar Today

Sell your retro video games in Illinois with The Old School Game Vault, a trusted Chicago-based buyer offering...

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Selling Guide – How to Sell Old Video Games with The Old School Game Vault

Got a box of old video games collecting dust? Now's the time to cash out! If you want to sell your old games—or ones...

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Selling Guide – Video Game Consoles: Cash In On Your Retro Systems

Before I began buying and selling video games, I was interested in vintage electronics. I collected old reel-to-reel...

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Selling Guide – Where to Sell Video Games Online for Fast Cash on Retro Games

Discover expert reviews, collector guides, and top video game lists covering everything from rare retro finds to...

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Selling Guide – Where to Sell Vintage Video Games & Get Paid Fast

Retro games and vintage consoles are making a major comeback, as collectors and gamers alike look to relive the...

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Selling Tips – Cash vs Store Credit for Your Old Video Games

Trading in games like Mario Kart or Final Fantasy? Don’t settle for store credit if you want real value—find out why...

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Trusted Payments: How We Pay You – Payment Options for Selling Video Games

How We Pay You – Trusted Payment Options for Selling Video Games Updated: October 05, 2025 Once your games arrive and...

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Cleaning Guide – How to Clean Video Games Safely & Boost Trade-In Value

Clean games sell for more! Keeping your discs and cartridges in good shape can boost trade-in value by up to 40% Did...

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Collector’s Guide: 10 Rarest NES Games Worth Big Money (2025)

Looking for the rarest NES games? From Stadium Events to Little Samson, this guide reveals which Nintendo cartridges...

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