🎮 Sell Retro Video Games for Cash Online!

Do you have a collection of used video games collecting dust?

The Old School Game Vault, founded by Brandon Perton in 2008, offers a fast, secure way to turn

your old and vintage video games and consoles into real money.

Use our nationwide mail-in service to sell your retro games, without the hassle of auctions or listings.

Trusted since 2008, we've helped 10,000+ customers nationwide sell their retro games online with confidence.

Free prepaid shipping labels on orders over $100, paid within 4 business days.

💰 Get Your Free Online Quote

🎮 Why Customers Trust The Old School Game Vault

  • Top Trade-In Values: We pay competitive market rates for your games!
  • Free Prepaid Shipping Labels: Orders over $100 qualify, we email you the label
  • Fast, Flexible Payouts: PayPal, Zelle, Business Check, or Gift Card.
  • No Listing Hassles: No UPCs, auctions, or confusing forms
  • We Buy All Retro Game Systems: NES, SNES, N64, Sega, PlayStatio, even Panasonic 3DO & the Atari Jaguar
  • ✅ Rated Excellent: 10,000+ Customers Nationwide Have Chosen The Old School Game Vault Since 2008

How to Sell Used Video Games Online in 3 Easy Steps

🔍 Find Your Games
Enter your used video games into our online search tool to see instant cash offers.
📦 Ship Them for Free
Orders over $100 qualify for a free prepaid shipping label. We'll email it to you, just print, pack securely, and drop off at USPS.
💰 Get Paid Fast
Choose PayPal, Zelle, check, or store credit, most payments are sent within 4 business days.

Discover the True Value of Your Vintage Video Games

Don’t let your old video games collect dust.

Discover how much they’re worth and start your journey today with The Old School Game Vault.

Did you uncover a box of vintage games in a storage unit, closet, or basement?

Looking to quickly liquidate your kids’ old video games? We’re based in Morton Grove, Illinois,

and buy games and consoles from customers nationwide through our convenient mail-in service.

Questions? Contact us here — we're happy to help!

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Is The Old School Game Vault legit?

How much can I get for my retro video games?

  • The Old School Game Vault pays competitive market value for retro video games. Common NES games typically range from $5–$30, while rare titles can fetch $100–$500+. SNES games average $10–$50, and premium titles like Earthbound or Chrono Trigger can reach $200+.
  • Condition and completeness significantly impact a game’s overall value. Complete disc-based games with original boxes and manuals fetch top dollar. Use our online database to get instant, accurate quotes for your specific games.

What video game consoles do you buy?

  • We buy games and consoles for NES, Super Nintendo (SNES), Nintendo 64 (N64), Sega Genesis, Sega Saturn, Sega Dreamcast, PlayStation 1–3, Xbox (original), GameCube, Wii, Game Boy systems, and rare consoles like 3DO, Atari Jaguar, Neo Geo, and TurboGrafx-16.
  • If it's a retro or modern gaming system, we're interested!

How does the selling process work?

Selling is simple:
  1. Search for your games in our online database to get an instant quote.
  2. Orders over $100 qualify for free prepaid shipping labels.
  3. Pack your items securely and ship them to us.
  4. Get paid within 3 to 4 business days via PayPal, Zelle, check, or eGift card. Check out our detailed keyword guide for search tips.

Is there a minimum order for free shipping?

  • Yes, orders totaling $100 or more qualify for a free prepaid USPS shipping label sent to your email.
  • For orders under $100, you can still sell to us but you'll need to cover shipping costs or add more items to reach the free shipping threshold.

How long does payment take?

  • Most payments are processed and sent within 4 business days after we receive and inspect your items.
  • PayPal and Zelle payments are typically the fastest, often within 1–2 business days after inspection. Business checks take 5–7 days to arrive by mail.

What condition do my games need to be in?

  • We buy games in various conditions, Cartridge-based games (NES, SNES, N64) don't need original boxes, just the cartridge.
  • Disc-based games should include cases and manuals for full value, though we accept incomplete items with deductions.
  • Light wear is acceptable, we clean and test every item before processing
  • Games with torn labels, heavily scratched discs, or major damage will be evaluated case-by-case. Check our condition guide for detailed requirements.

Do you buy games from my state?

  • Yes! We buy retro video games from customers located in all 50 states through our convenient nationwide mail-in service.

What payment methods do you offer?

  • We offer flexible payment options including PayPal, Zelle, physical business check, and Amazon eGift Cards.