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Behind the Vault: Welcome to The Old School Game Vault – About Us Page
The Old School Game Vault is your trusted hub for buying, selling, and collecting retro video games. Brandon Perton,...
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...
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...
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...
Expert Insight: The Truth About Blockbuster Exclusive Video Games
The current generation of gamers has probably never even heard of Blockbuster Video. The current generation of gamers...
GameCube Guide – How to Spot Fake Artwork vs Real Collector Inserts
Learn how to spot fake GameCube case artwork with real examples, covering paper quality, spine alignment, barcode...
Most Valuable Atari 2600 Games – 5 That Are Worth More Than Your Car
Discover the rarest and most valuable Atari 2600 games worth thousands, plus tips on console pricing, collector...
NES Cartridge Screws Explained: 5-Screw vs 3-Screw Variants & Why They Matter
In 1985, Nintendo released the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in North America, forever changing the video game...
Retro Recap: Nintendo 1990 World Championships – A Definitive Look Then and Now
Step back in time to 1990, when the world of gaming was about to be forever changed. Step back in time to 1990, when...
The Neo Geo Video Game System – Its Legacy and Pricey Appeal
Explore why the Neo Geo AES remains one of the most expensive retro consoles, with a deep dive into its hardware,...