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What We Found in the Vault

Pile of NES cartridges with bold red text overlay reading "Collector's Guide to Fake Video Games.

Collector's Guide: Counterfeit Video Games, Reproductions, and Homebrew Explained

As the retro video game market continues to surge, so does the risk—counterfeit games, reproduction cartridges, and...

Exploring the authenticity of Pokémon GBA games: A guide to spotting fake and counterfeit cartridges.

Collector's Guide: How to Spot Fake GBA Games – Pokémon Emerald Real vs Fake

Fake Pokémon games have become increasingly common in the used gaming market in recent years. Updated 03-28-2025 In...

Visual Guide for Identifying Counterfeit Pokémon DS Games

Collector's Guide: How to Spot Fake Pokémon DS Games – Real vs Counterfeit

I popped in a Pokémon DS game that wouldn’t load. The pins looked clean, so I started to suspect it might be a fake....

Fake Pokémon Crystal Game Boy Color cartridge with incorrect label art and 'It's a Fake' warning overlay.

Collector's Guide: How to Tell if Pokémon Crystal Is Real vs Fake Game

Retro gaming can be tricky, especially for collectors. If you’ve picked up a Pokémon Crystal cartridge, you need to...

Lickitung holding a Nintendo Switch Zelda cartridge, referencing the taste test method used to spot fake game cartridges.

Collector's Guide: Tips to Spot Fake Nintendo Switch Games & Counterfeit Cartridges

The Nintendo Switch has become a fan favorite, thanks to its wide variety of games that cater to players of all ages...

Boxed Nintendo 64 console set with controller and packaging details, highlighting features like 64-bit graphics and 3D gameplay—ideal for retro game collectors.

Collector's Guide: Ultimate Nintendo 64 Guide – Games, Console Tips & More

Travel back in time and experience the golden age of gaming with the Nintendo 64 Console. This system brought back...

Console Wars SNES vs PlayStation – Comparing the Best RPGs from Each Classic Gaming Era

Console Wars: SNES vs PlayStation – Which Has the Better RPGs

From Chrono Trigger to Final Fantasy VII, the SNES and PS1 both defined RPG greatness — now it's time to settle which...

Screenshot from a Mario Party GameCube minigame showing four characters competing, with the text “Best GameCube Party Games” overlayed

Couch Co-Op Guide: The Best Multiplayer Nintendo GameCube Games to Play

The GameCube was built for couch co-op fun. From chaotic racers to wild mini-games, its party titles still hold up...

This in-depth guide explores the best PlayStation 1 game compilations every retro collector should own.

Disc Collection Picks: Best Video Game Compilations from the PS1 Library

The PlayStation 1 is one of the best consoles for collecting retro game compilations, offering killer anthologies,...

Early Indicators of Counterfeit N64 Games: Key Features to Monitor

Expert Guide: How to Identify Authentic N64 Games & Spot Fakes

The popularity of retro gaming has caused a serious rise in counterfeit N64 games. Genuine titles, such as Clay...