Did WATA Games just cost me $30,000? 😡

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The same day I release my video unboxing my sealed Super Mario Bros 3 from WATA Games, a video from Karl Jobst gets released "exposing" the sealed/graded video game market. The video goes into detail how WATA Games and Heritage Auction are working simultaneously in an unethical way to create a false Retro Video Game market. Today we talk about whats next for my $30,000 dollar game and what you guys think is the right thing to do at this point. Should people Boycott WATA and Heritage at this point or sell these games ASAP. Always on the hunt for retro games, vintage toys and 80s / 90s nostalgia! Thank you guy as always for coming along with me on my live video game and toy hunt thrifting adventures!
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@TheGatorDude 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty obvious it's a scam IMO. The conflict of interest alone regardless of actions taken is enough for them to be dissolved.

@chiefchimp2789 2 жыл бұрын

There'll be a class action lawsuit against WATA because of the increased fees that they charge based on a games "value", a number they helped inflate by manipulating the market. That company is screwed.

@dieseldragon6756 7 ай бұрын

You were bang on with this! If I'm getting the timeline right, a suit was filed in California within a year of this video going live! 🎮⚖👍

@olivermensinger 6 ай бұрын

It sure did@@dieseldragon6756

@obsoleteworlds 2 жыл бұрын

It's never been about "supply and demand". This has been a calculated racket artificially manipulated by people who aren't gamers. You aren't the first to wake up from their dream...

@pleasuretokill 2 жыл бұрын

All investing/collectable markets are scams. Any time there is a way to make lots of money, people will lie cheat and steal to get that cash from you. It's your job as an investor to not fall for scams and make the right moves. Money is a brutal game!

@origintrackz5235 2 жыл бұрын

@@pleasuretokill yup! People get caught up in the nostalgia of it all and they just jump into the deep end without ever thinking it through. It was clearly a scam when mario 64 sold for 1.2m MARIO 64 FOR CHRIST SAKES! They sold millions of copies it isn't rare at all, even sealed.

@jacquelineloats5516 Жыл бұрын

The FTX of video games? Hmmm...could be

@Darth_Chicken Жыл бұрын

@@origintrackz5235 The whole thing is like NFT's - get money from gullible people before they realise what they have bought.

@Tiger8566 2 жыл бұрын

At the end of the day the plastic case is a nice protection so I wouldn't open it unless you send it to VGA (and even then it would be better to let them open it). The VGA route sounds good to me tbh

@common_c3nts Жыл бұрын

Having a game graded means the owner is not smart so you low ball them. Always low ball idiots with graded games.

@KevinDurantisnot 2 жыл бұрын

When you talk about the manipulated market it makes sense when you say how so many people and friends are telling you to sell the game rather than a bunch of people that want to buy the game from you

@danielmitchel31310 2 жыл бұрын

Extremely good point. I wonder if anyone has hit him up to purchase it?

@liampreyer6607 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly I think that Wata and Heritage hurt collecting more just by existing. Due to them selling games for such high marks it just made collecting way harder. It just made the hobby more main stream which is kinda cool but now people know what they have and it just inflated the market.

@DutchGameHunter 2 жыл бұрын

People already knew what they have, a video game. But because of wata they're in the illusion that there video games are worth millions and that makes collecting way harder then it already was 🤑 😔

@Faber0k 2 жыл бұрын

@@DutchGameHunter very well said!

@joseguevara3269 2 жыл бұрын

Why not just enjoy the game , playing the game knowing you can always come back to play it whenever is priceless already . Each game I got is like a portal to another world. I honor every experience. Why sell games for profit ? They love the money not the games...

@hieinh 2 жыл бұрын

Buy used then. Simple as that.

@liampreyer6607 2 жыл бұрын

@@hieinh Yeah but what I’m trying to say is since they sold a game for $1 million people especially at like yard sales and flea markets heard about it and now think that every game is worth millions.

@zeramproxy8502 2 жыл бұрын

I think getting such a common game graded is silly and people who buy them are inflating a market that shouldn't exist for common games. It makes sense for a rare hard to find games. I play games and don't really care for sealed games.

@Stuart267 2 жыл бұрын

I've had my sealed Resident Evil series collection on GameCube graded, quite disappointing as they're not that valuable even with a 9.2 9.6 grade

@jjacks50 2 жыл бұрын

The whole fact of an appraisal service that charges a percentage based on "fair market value" is super sus IMHO. They should charge a flat fee.

@grantt4532 2 жыл бұрын

Id consider Karl a very good source. He does very in depth research on anything that may be controversial and he dots his "I"s and crosses his "T"s

@supyo1 2 жыл бұрын

@@whyhere4575 I agree. It’s all click bait bs

@joaosergiodearaujoneto4151 2 жыл бұрын

@@whyhere4575 lol “the case could be made that people WANT to spend 2M on a worthless, mass-produced Super Mario cart” is an awful take, my friend. Better take: speculators want to part wannabe “investors” from their money, because it’s good business and once the hype dies down, move on to the next speculative bubble.

@grantt4532 2 жыл бұрын

@@whyhere4575 if that was the case he wouldn't go and make update videos when his opinion was wrong and proved such. When dream cheated his run he made a followup after it was found to be the fault of his mod creator and Dream didn't actively know the mods were included. He also doesn't make blatant statements that what he is saying is true but likely.

@supyo1 2 жыл бұрын

@@joaosergiodearaujoneto4151 the highest graded early hangtab copy that there’s one known that high.. you just don’t understand condition and rarity. Stick to loose carts then.

@joaosergiodearaujoneto4151 2 жыл бұрын

@@supyo1 sorry, no mass-produced item with near infinite availability is worth 2 million dollars. It’s a speculative bubble.

@jimcornish242 2 жыл бұрын

it's funny how the same guys are involved in all this...the guy who runs Heritage is one of the guys who bought the million dollar mario game it's all pretty shady when you have the auction owner driving the prices up by bidding ...I think a criminal investigation is called for

@xancypillosi9497 2 жыл бұрын

Straight facts

@origintrackz5235 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it happening now them letter boys are on there ass lol.

@Cameront9 2 жыл бұрын

I’d much rather have boxed but unsealed games so I can actually play them.

@Alex-jk1dp 2 жыл бұрын

Then get an extra cheap cartridge and play it

@mattdubovik3082 2 жыл бұрын

You don’t even believe that lmfao

@JP-zz5rm 2 жыл бұрын

@@Alex-jk1dp fr huh just buy a cheap version of it if you wanna play it

@misterkite 2 жыл бұрын

@@Alex-jk1dp The problem is that every game that gets sealed is one fewer game available to play. That drives up the prices. It doesn't matter much for the popular games that had thousands or millions of copies made.. but really affects the games that didn't get a lot of copies printed. Check out Arkista's Ring on Price Charting. The loose cartridge, which was $6 a decade ago is now approaching 10x as much.

@Alex-jk1dp 2 жыл бұрын

@@misterkite I highly doubt that this really has something to do with most of the sealed games. Nobody in their right mind would open a valuable sealed game. Maybe for super rare games in general - but they usually don't have many sealed ones around. You usually find plenty of cartridges for sealed games. The price spike usually comes from youtube hype (let's plays) or a hot market overall. And I'd rather play a rom than opening an expensive sealed game or buying a $50++ cartridge.

@red5films529 2 жыл бұрын

Patience is key here. Leave it as is and wait for the dust to settle. You have some sort of number in mind that would sway you to sell it so if that looks like it isn’t realistic then it is meant to be as a key piece of your collection. Good luck and thanks for the amazing videos!

@charlesdiecastgarage 2 жыл бұрын

I would just hold on to it in that WATA case, just for the fact that if the allegations are true you have a piece of criminal history that in and of itself is a collectible. Leave it as is and wait out this situation. That’s just my humble opinion

@butterysmoove9151 2 жыл бұрын

agreed

@absoluteclownworld 2 жыл бұрын

Nice way to think about this!

@chiefchimp2789 2 жыл бұрын

That opinion is VERY HUMBLE!

@gates1980 2 жыл бұрын

What criminal history?

@starboy5177 2 жыл бұрын

Piece of criminal history..... along with the many thousands of other WATA graded games. It's nothing special. WATA needs to be booted. Confidence in their grading system needs to cease!

@NESADDICT 2 жыл бұрын

If i were you I would gift it to your good buddy NES ADDICT. Sounds like the best plan to me 🤣

@johnnycigar2061 2 жыл бұрын

Yes.

@slippyfrogTV 2 жыл бұрын

We just crunched the numbers. We have to agree with NES ADDICT.

@whattheboredom9967 2 жыл бұрын

Personally I would keep the game inside the case and display it like that. That way you know it has a pretty low chance of ever having the seal messed up or the box crushed by some crazy random accident. Love the content and definitely let us know whatever you end up deciding!

@F.C.Sneakerfactory 2 жыл бұрын

My Boy Retro Rick always coming with the informative and 🔥content. Such a beautiful piece. I love how that yellow pops from that box. I know what ever you decide to do it will be the best decision. Thank you for sharing the info and putting your spin on it. Looking forward to the next video.

@kalitron.6666 2 жыл бұрын

Reminds of the BLACK DIAMOND DISNEY VHS movies SCAM.

@DW3010 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha yup! Worth millions they said. Every Tom, Dick and Harry has them kicking around FFS

@RetroPowered 2 жыл бұрын

Put it on eBay for 35k "buy it now" and allow people to make offers and see what happens.

@billyelliotx 2 жыл бұрын

Man, those eBay fees though haha

@RetroPowered 2 жыл бұрын

@@billyelliotx true but what else would have lower fee's?

@lj7169 2 жыл бұрын

@@billyelliotx so you pay 500 in fees, who really cares when you're withdrawing 25,000 out of the bank

@aussiebillp 2 жыл бұрын

@@billyelliotx and the capital gains tax, way more than the fees, it would be thousands

@jmoropeza 2 жыл бұрын

@@billyelliotx Heritage Auctions charges a commission of 20% which is also not cheap

@reggaerock Жыл бұрын

I love your channel. You're such a charismatic and honest (at least seemingly 😆) guy. Super stoked your game store is so successful

@speedincooper 11 ай бұрын

So glad you covered this. I just watched your Wata unboxing video and was thinking "OMG has he seen the Karl Jobst video?". Best of luck to you man, you deserve it

@brandonpholman 2 жыл бұрын

You have a family and a future to think of. You are in a brand "new" business in terms of KZfaq and influencing. You never know when interest in your followers will change. Take the money and put into something for your future and your families.

@josiahs9559 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a dang solid college fund for his kid or mortgage paid off or business investment etc

@GodfathersGodfathernet 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's much more morally sound choice to wait for the market to settle down before selling than likely rip someone off. I applaud the choice he's made and think this is exactly what collectors should be doing instead of taking the money and running. It will be much better for the hobby in the long term.

@williamking5506 2 жыл бұрын

Now that's good advice for anyone.

@Djjaims 2 жыл бұрын

Good for you, this is why you're the man. Avoid wata, don't use heritage auctions, but I say sell it on eBay or crack the case and send to VGA.

@TMGeeky 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel. Love the retro content. It takes me back to when life was simple and easy.

@TrentByrnes 2 жыл бұрын

Good for you man. I'm glad you're talking about this thing you have skin in the game and aren't talking as an outside observer. You know you have an audience and you're doing a good service by talking about it

@williamhoots1183 2 жыл бұрын

The game means something to you, I’d just put it on the shelf as is. It was your favorite before grading, you’d miss it if you sold it.

@therantinggamer7273 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@Wolfstanus 2 жыл бұрын

From what I see on his videos, he mostly cares about the money and not much else

@kidnycz 2 жыл бұрын

I’d sell, no one in their right mind will ever pay those prices for video games ever again. The rich will be too embarrassed to pay those prices now that word is out. Think about the suckers who paid thousands for beanie babies? Ask 100 people who invest or collect video games if they will pay 30k for this game and 100% will say no. If they say yes then sell to that person today! Haha

@supyo1 2 жыл бұрын

You get an A++ for the day

@hieinh 2 жыл бұрын

Here we go with beanie Baby analogies. They were a crappy stuffed animal not backed by anything. The video game market will stay and have trends like sports cards and coins

@kidnycz 2 жыл бұрын

@@hieinh yet Large Wallace and his Squad sold for $600,000 and Princess the Bear sold for $500,000at its peak🤦‍♂️

@hieinh 2 жыл бұрын

@@kidnycz graded video games have already lasted longer than beanie babies. Funko pops 11 years. Graded cards decades

@kidnycz 2 жыл бұрын

@@hieinh coins even longer then all yet it crashed after the scam and never recovered to those highs

@jimmydbags1070 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this whole hipster grading cash in was all just a giant scam. Imagine my shock.

@tanmaz8006 6 ай бұрын

... It's a scam if it sounds to good to be true it's a scam ... 😝

@missingno81 6 ай бұрын

The fact that they call themselves experts but get caught doing stupid mistakes like grading repos as authentic is a big issue. I understand if you want to encase a sealed game in acrylic but I wouldn’t pay for wata to do it.

@garrygutermuth2591 2 жыл бұрын

As a business owner for many years, my business mind says to hold it with the WATA certification. Once the alleged scam is over and decided, guilty or not, the game may bring double since you received it the same day the scam broke. Could be twice as valuable as originally thought. My personal thoughts are, if money is not an issue and you love the game and the collection, keep it in your collection for your future generation of collectors.

@xancypillosi9497 2 жыл бұрын

Timing doesn’t mean nada. The grading service may be cool. Unless it turns out to be a crappy card grader like hga etc

@kevinjohnson9929 2 жыл бұрын

I personally will not buy a “sealed” copy unless it is literally a brand new game. It is so easy to reseal anything.

@delrachdubal 2 жыл бұрын

It is, but certain games have certain seals that at first, are not easy to identify or have certain equipment to do it right. V Seals, Tab Seals, and then Generic Seals in which you can really tell. Plus, the item may have named seals, sometimes like DVD's and Playstation Games have to add to authenticity but you have to know what to look for. Knowing is indeed half the Battle.

@kevinjohnson9929 2 жыл бұрын

@@delrachdubal very true. But if people can put the time and research into it it is easily possible. I have seen counterfeit currency complete with the holographic strips and watermarks created with a very sophisticated home setup. Also how how heartbreaking would it be to purchase an authentic Pokémon gameboy or gameboy advance game or any game for that matter that may have a battery, sealed, graded and high dollar, only to one day see those save / clock batteries have started leaking and eating through the cardboard and plastics?

@kevinjohnson9929 2 жыл бұрын

@@delrachdubal and “half the battle” is exactly my point. The graders or knowledgeable person cannot say 100% that is genuine or what is in the package is not a screwed up mess. I myself believe that Ricks copy is authentic due to the factory “pinholes” which is sometimes left by the machines in the automated wrapping and sealing process. Most resealers and counterfeiters leave out or don’t realize these kind of microscopic details.

@SuperMoleRetro 2 жыл бұрын

LOL, Babbage's used to reseal games years ago and put them back on the shelf as new.

@rossbennett76 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure Nintendo games had that tear away band with “Nintendo” in red lettering or in gold and if I don’t see that on any boxes that claim to be new and sealed I walk away… no game from the 80s or 90s is worth more than what it was originally priced at..

@xschx1 2 жыл бұрын

Remember when ground breaking game sales were NES Stadium Events going for like $10-15k? And it was because it was so rare and not just because it was sealed. I just don't get how a sealed game can sell for say $200 and that same game once some "expert" says it is a 9.6 makes it worth $10k. You could always get it graded again by VGA if you wanted it still sealed and a better peace of mind of a grade that isn't from a shady company that will probably be out of business over this controversy. I would just at least keep it in the case for safety until you decide what to do. Would suck if opening the case somehow damaged it.

@latinsizer 2 жыл бұрын

Now a sealed Stadium Events or other Actually rare games, don't pull that kind of money.

@Tigerfan81 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not even a video game guy but your videos and commentary are so interesting I watch everyone. You seem like a good genuine guy my outside opinion is just keep it it was a prize possession before and that hasn’t changed keep up the great videos man

@briztia 2 жыл бұрын

Love the vids keep them up

@charlieperry9915 2 жыл бұрын

I’d list it on eBay for 20k. No better time to sell and if someone buys it than you truly know that person wants the game that bad and is willing to pay for it.

@lester7946 2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t crack it. It still protects it. Maybe crack it down the line when cgc opens up their grading service?

@niagarajoe4402 2 жыл бұрын

Crack it and send it to VGA

@emmawagner8915 2 жыл бұрын

I would even just let vga or whatever open it

@kevinjohnson9929 2 жыл бұрын

I luv your Videos by the way. Great spin on the yardsale/ thrifting / and videogame videos. I am definitely a fan.

@joshforbesguitar1866 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, i greatly appreciate your take on this. So happy to hear that you won't be continuing to work with WATA in the current state, and that you have reservations about selling. This will definitely keep me coming back and watching more. personally, i'd still keep it. that condition of a sealed game found "in the wild" is an amazing piece. That being said, i don't currently have a family, so my take on how life changing the money would be is completely different.

@EamonBJWyse 2 жыл бұрын

I'd say, do you need the money? If so, sell it. If not, keep it in the case until it plays out for 2 reasons. 1. It may play out okay with WATA, you never know; 2. If you take it out of the case right now, it'll be on the shelf and still could get damaged, the seal ripped etc.

@dgilroy26 2 жыл бұрын

How do people find sealed perfect condition games after over 30 years. I wonder how many are fake remakes.

@softrockmoses Жыл бұрын

People are hoarding these items

@meldmeister 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos just finished all of the $10 game collection

@love_life880 2 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work bro!! Love the vintage stuff they don't make them like they used to..Very nice collection you have to

@stan1471 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it on the shelf and now it’s apart of the history of WATA’s shadiness which adds to that games travels… or get it graded by VGA your choice bro - love the content

@Chris-qu4fr 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Value is in the eye of the beholder obviously, but an item's story definitely adds to its value. And the timing of you receiving a highly graded game back, JUST days before its bubble is seemingly exposed, while graded by the actual CAUSER of that bubble... that's a good story!

@TripodDetergent 2 жыл бұрын

I respect you a lot Rick since you're the first collector/reseller I watch that has said they would stop using WATA until things are figured out.

@Hayzink 2 жыл бұрын

i notice phoenix took down his video about the situation....

@fameswebb6439 2 жыл бұрын

@@Hayzink damn, I’ll have to go look lol he was probably getting a bunch of shit for it

@TripodDetergent 2 жыл бұрын

@@Hayzink Interesting... I like Calleb and all but cant say i was too happy with his stance to continue using WATA

@bediahjonesberg 2 жыл бұрын

@@Hayzink Phoenix is the worst, he just jumped on the bandwagon and doesn’t even collect games. It’s all about the money for that guy and I’m personally not a fan

@Hayzink 2 жыл бұрын

@@bediahjonesberg he is getting a lot of backlash and is turning off comments on a lot of videos now as a result. I'm assuming he will either address it or Hope it blows over

@williamhostler2662 2 жыл бұрын

Even in the WATA plastic case, you have a piece of video game history. You have another story to go along with a favorite game. I don't see the downside. Thanks for the video. Keep it up!

@ThisIsChandler 2 жыл бұрын

Rick, you are a good man. I think your plan is a solid one. Hold onto it and see how it all unfolds and if everything checks out, then revisit your options. But I’ll tell you one thing, you have my full respect and just solidifies my already growing faith that you are in fact a very good human being. Keep on keepin on, Retro.

@StrawberryRaine 2 жыл бұрын

I'd keep it as is. Allegations aside, the WATA cases look great and will protect your game from any damage. It's a really neat piece to have on the shelf!

@ataribowlingcgc4465 2 жыл бұрын

Neater than having $20-30,000 in the bank? I'd rather sell it and get something like Addams Family Pinball machine and take the rest to go on a really amazing vacation than have an expensive piece of plastic sitting on my shelf collecting dust.

@StrawberryRaine 2 жыл бұрын

@@ataribowlingcgc4465 He made it clear in this video that he's not interested in selling it, and I think that's fair. I agree, I'd much rather take the money, but it's his decision.

@supyo1 2 жыл бұрын

I agree The haters can talk but I’m confident there will be people that would love a nice sealed Mario 3 in 5,10,20 years and it will always have value. It’s one of the most iconic games of all time. Hold it

@supyo1 2 жыл бұрын

@@ataribowlingcgc4465 That’s what’s great about personal preference. I’m glad you think others would want a pinball machine like you though.

@ataribowlingcgc4465 2 жыл бұрын

@@supyo1 Huh? That is just one of many things money can buy. I'm glad so many millennials are convinced Generation Z and whatever the newest generation coming of age is will have any interest in physical media that came out 25 years before they were born, though when every generation that came before them's nostalgia collectables became worthless as those folks aged out of collecting/started to die off.

@SteveFrenchWoodNStuff 2 жыл бұрын

Serious question: Is there genuinely ANYone who didn't see this as absolutely inevitable? I always thought the entire "grading" thing was a scam. And not only because of how much they charge. Imagine the millions of games, toys, cards, etc... that are sent in to grading companies. With the amount they charge; they are all becoming insanely rich for VERY LITTLE effort. People are beating down their doors to throw money at them.

@danielmitchel31310 2 жыл бұрын

I understand grading comics and cards. I have over 100+ Graded Comics, with 35 having signatures or sketches on them. It's art. This, I'm not sure about.

@taconative334 2 жыл бұрын

@@danielmitchel31310 as a card collector, I agree 100% with you. Raw cards already sell depending on its condition so grading it with a reputable company helps the buyer easily find the value or price they’re willing to pay for a card without having to inspect the card too hard. And as a seller, you could sell it a little more as a premium for the protection coming with the card and the reputable company’s case

@danielmitchel31310 2 жыл бұрын

@@taconative334 that's also my stance and I agree. Just it being Graded, regardless of the Grade, adds protection! I just got into Graded Comics in October 2020. So often I'm able to get a Signed Modern Store Exclusive Comic for the cost of Grading + Signature in eBay auctions. Not even talking about the cost of the actual book! It doesn't make sense at all. Yes, it's the person selling it's mistake for putting it up for auction and not putting a minimum. So much of the comic Exclusive Market is all hype! 2 weeks later...worthless! I haven't tried to get into grading cards bcuz of the TAT being so egregious.

@RUZQOO 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man, should be interesting to see how this unfolds

@codycassidy4587 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it because you love it. It’s extra protection for the game and you can crack it open whenever you want. I like your channel because it’s about finding this stuff and not paying those ridiculous prices. Seeing you get excited about your finds is awesome. Thanks for all the good videos!

@dieseldragon6756 7 ай бұрын

It's extra protection for the game, that's true...But we do of course have to hope that market manipulation was the _limit_ of Wata's misconduct, and that they were still above the heinous act of swapping genuine games sent in for grading with acrylic-cased fakes... 🤔

@Grooveraider 2 жыл бұрын

I'm really disappointed the retro gaming community fell for this "Investment" scheme 🙄 I saw right through this the second VGA came on the scene. Retro Rick, your copy of Super Mario 3 should stay sealed until you get Shigeri Miyamoto to sign the box and cartridge. I live out in Los Angeles. Universal Studios Hollywood is underway with the Super Nintendo World attraction. I have a strong feeling Mr.Miyamoto will be at the opening ceremony when it's announced. I'll keep you posted 👍

@KneesOfTheBees 2 жыл бұрын

You saw it the second VGA came on the scene? But the prices didnt inflate untill way later.. Are you thinking of WATA?

@elpresadorstribute4337 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah man VGA isn't at fault for this. VGA has been around many years before WATA and the prices were normal. I got some highly graded VGA GameCube games in 2018 for under $200. Once WATA came on the scene, the shit hit the fan and somehow everything skyrocketed 1000%

@elpresadorstribute4337 2 жыл бұрын

@@KneesOfTheBees Agreed its because of WATA/Heritage

@wurmhat1501 2 жыл бұрын

It’s pure profit. You know even $2-$3k for that game is rediculous. Just sell it.

@victoryleo8310 2 жыл бұрын

I'd hold on to it u know its just going to go up in value

@miamidolphins1986 2 жыл бұрын

You are awesome Retro, one of my favorite KZfaqrs. Keep up the good work brotha!

@mikesmessyroom5058 2 жыл бұрын

As a pop culture collector that case alone could be a sneaky holy grail down the road. KEEP IT BRO!!!

@Mark_1984 2 жыл бұрын

So for me I don’t care for graded games because most people just grade them to sell them or they keep them locked up and don’t play them. I love to collect and want to play them. I say keep it and open it. Now if you have multiple copies of a game and one was factory sealed that’s different.

@victoryleo8310 2 жыл бұрын

He had 9 copies

@AndrAiaNighthaven 2 жыл бұрын

There are plenty of opened playable copies of SMB 3 in the wild. Dime a dozen

@rickbone3906 2 жыл бұрын

I say keep it!! Amazing find to have in your collection and the case will protect it even more lol. And down the road after this blows over you may be surprised to see the prices have gone up

@dcjrsrt10 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel has grown so much since last year since the start of the pandemic when I started watching you, i got motivated to spend time on displaying my collectables I started last year when my kids starting online school since my wife started working from home I needed to get the kids out of her hair she also gave us approval to expand the mancave to the family room outside my mancave downstairs in the basement, its a fully finished basement with 2 bedrooms and a good size family room 1 room has been my mancave since we bought the house back in 2017 but I still had alot of stuff in boxes a few consoles and toys (mostly marvel legends, gi joe and dc mcfarlane), since alot of my 90s on card marvel figures took up a large section of my mancave room. I've kept alot of my video game handhelds and consoles from my childhood/teen years/adult im a 90s kids and when I got married and moved out of my parents I left everything in boxes in my old room. Everything is getting displayed even now as I keep collecting.

@louiehewitt6514 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been a lifetime lover of video games and collecting them. I was born in 1984 so I have man fond memories starting from the Atari and Nes days to present day. It has always seemed crazy to me to have sealed copies of games. I’d be more than happy with a unsealed copy but have the box and inserts/manuals at the very least VGC. Games are meant to be enjoyed and used imo. Sealed belong in a museum 😁. Love the channel though Rick!! It’s awesome and I’d love to have a bigger games room like yours one day. So cool!

@CorySzamier 2 жыл бұрын

I would just keep it as is. Despite all the shadiness, I feel like the grade is awesome and if it's something you love, might as well preserve it.

@k-deal4019 2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering how you were going take this new info, cuz you're an actual die hard real fan of gaming. If you don't mind me asking, what did you pay to have that graded?

@Shawnredfield98 2 жыл бұрын

These creators never want to give people any real details.

@TheLorenzoZone 2 жыл бұрын

I think the grading starts at $170.

@KalaVerag 2 жыл бұрын

I was going to send a sealed copy of ocarina of time n they where charging me 600 dollars

@GodfathersGodfathernet 2 жыл бұрын

I applaud the choice you've made to keep it and wait for the market to settle. I also applaud the fact that despite having something to gain, you're willing to acknowledge that all this seems very wrong. This is the right thing to do and will actually be good for the hobby in the long term. It shows you actually care about the hobby and fellow collectors and not just yourself and making a quick buck 👍

@patch002 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Rick!

@OrphanCrippler1 2 жыл бұрын

ok, but imagine falling for video game grading lmao

@Dire_Hit Жыл бұрын

what do you mean?

@MyRegardsToTheDodo 2 жыл бұрын

"There hasn't been anything really sketchy with VGA that I've heard..." There are enough videos out there about how incompetent VGA is (they've graded reseals and even repros), that they've got literally no credibility whatsoever (they don't even tell you who actually grades the games on their website) and how they damaged games/accessories in the process. If you don't want to sell the game, keep it in the case, it's a nice protective case.

@captainamerica1274 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it on the shelf and I'm subscribed

@retrosmodernlife8705 2 жыл бұрын

Great video...as always!!

@DutchGameHunter 2 жыл бұрын

Rick what about option 6, crack it open, remove the seal and play it like everybody use to do 😁

@SteveBrandon 2 жыл бұрын

I suspect he probably already has an opened copy of SMB 3 for playing.

@retrorick 2 жыл бұрын

Well I already have 9 copies I can do that with 😂

@DutchGameHunter 2 жыл бұрын

@rickey holmes 💯 😄 i would never open it or even sell it. When you are a collector this must be one of the best pieces on display

@RetroMoments 2 жыл бұрын

Out of everything in your game room, that's the game that you should hold on to the most. It's a piece of history and has a meaning to you.

@triforcelink 2 жыл бұрын

He can buy a nice complete copy instead! It will look just as good

@TheHandheldGamer 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a gamer/collector and I'm staying far away from any Wata graded games. I've lost all trust in the company.

@petermedel4734 2 жыл бұрын

Love ur content been watching since day one

@Nocturnous 2 жыл бұрын

Omg it's one of the most mass produced games ever made. And this particular copy has never entertained or brought joy to a single kid or adult, within its lifetime. I'm sure there are lots of make a wish games / copies that are sealed still, too, that never made their destinations. Video games are meant to be played. They're not meant to sit on a shelf and rot.

@ATSaale 2 жыл бұрын

You might as well go back and try to stop action figures from being collectible.

@Nocturnous 2 жыл бұрын

@@ATSaale Anything can be collectable, but value is subjective and manipulated. I'm not trying to stop anything. But I don't think most adults, even those who collect, actually play with action figures still ... I've just pointed out the absurdity with sealed product and the illusion of rarity. But you could have two identical games, in identical conditions, minus a thin layer of shrink wrap and one is worth a thousand and the other is worth a million. It's ridiculous.

@Fattydeposit 2 жыл бұрын

If you're an investor, sealed games are absolutely NOT to be played under any circumstances. They aren't even meant to be exposed to light - their job is to sit in a temp-controlled dark box until the day they go somewhere else.

@ZGamerGuys 2 жыл бұрын

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@danielbadger4985 2 жыл бұрын

Good for you for takin a stand. I live collecting video games too but unfortunately I cant get em cheap enough to afford em. The goodwills are picked clean or up on their auction site and everyone else is either keeping their stuff now or want crazy numbers for em.

@WESK125gamingchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video retro Rick and I hope you have an amazing weekend and retro rick I found a rare factory sealed GameCube of resident evil 0 at a retro game store last month and that was the best day of my life and I also found a copy of resident evil 2,parasite eve1 and 2 and finally finally fantasy 7 with the original strategy guide and these are the ps1 games that I found complete in box with the original artwork and keep up the awesome amazing work on your channel.❤️💕❤️🎸🥰👍⭐️✌️

@subzer0425 2 жыл бұрын

I would just save it as is. You've kept it this long and now it's sitting inside an acrylic case. Doesn't hurt.

@scubasteve31583 2 жыл бұрын

It is still sealed, and sure, Wata has a stain, but I would think the grade would be relatively legit just by seeing it. You should still be able to get a lot of money for it, at least 10K plus for sure. People with too much money want these slabbed.

@swissmrkc 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah but the grading as you say legit that's a big question go to like Phoenix repro and all these other people that show holes in some titles yet they get a 9.8 because it's a throw-in title yet Mario games are looked at way closer... And if you're paying for grading a grade is a grade it doesn't matter if it's a $2 game or a $200 game.... They have so many indiscrepancies in their grading all you can trust is that it's in a plastic case... They've already let slip some resealed games that they say are originally sealed. You can buy a plastic case for 10 bucks and do the same thing

@professormancaptain4210 2 жыл бұрын

Super Mario World has some of the best in Mario music, and you have one of the best intros on all of KZfaq. Idec that my comment isn't fully relevant, as the smile that intro gave me.

@jamesp5780 2 жыл бұрын

Love the channel RR! I would keep the SMB3 in the WATA case simply for protection. I would keep it on my shelf and be proud to own a very cool piece of gaming history. Nobody knows what's going to happen to the market, ride the wave.

@jameselsey7323 2 жыл бұрын

The “completely unnecessary” or CU podcast has been talking about this WATA Heritage auction shenanigans for months

@littlehelix 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, you're so honest. Love it!

@Ecwfan 2 жыл бұрын

As a Comic book collector we experienced speculators in 1989-1993 in that span. They came in , paid insane amounts for comics and more. Like buying a ton of Valiant issues believing the books were a fortune ahead. Many lost their asses once the market popped. Comics never did get back to pre-speculator market which is sad. Even now there is speculation in comics. The older valuable books more so. But nothing like the boom then. I feel for video game collectors now and you here.

@Dpayne0308 2 жыл бұрын

I really like your channel man!!

@richardnoel2099 2 жыл бұрын

Love they channel keep up they good job

@howiefranktown 2 жыл бұрын

That's beautiful Id keep it money isnt everything looks amazing in your collection @retro rick , great video my friend

@PhillBowser 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate your honesty on the situation

@RussellFulmer 2 жыл бұрын

Your family must be very proud of you, an honest man.

@TurtleSauceGaming Жыл бұрын

That sealed fortnite you showed at 3:37 has sketch written all over it. I don't care what the grading is on it, who's going to pay $50k for a sealed copy of a game you can get for free RIGHT NOW. It's still in print! I did a quick ebay search, and granted this is a year after the listing shown here, and it's listed for 20k. Last sold was in May 2022 a sealed 9.8 A rating (so the same sold for 50k) sold for 6k via bidding. I think that speaks volumes as to the situation in graded video games.

@mikeczyzewski832 2 жыл бұрын

I 100% agree with your sentiments. If I were in your circumstances, I would keep the game “as is” for now and see how things play out. You can always crack the case open and/or send it into VGA at a later date. For now it’s at least in a protective case and well preserved for your enjoyment. Thanks for all of the great content and for being such a genuine dude.

@joshuaallen5047 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Rick. Just like you I wasn’t worried about the grading. I just love the video games!

@diegovargas170 2 жыл бұрын

I just want to say thank you for inspiring me to start collecting with your $10 video game collection challenges 🙏 hope to win the PlayStation 5 btw can’t find that video game hunting 😂

@GreenJanuary Жыл бұрын

It's a good topic. I made a similar video about "collections as investments". I didnt go nearly in depth though. Nice work.

@iiLLsz 2 жыл бұрын

That’s Crazy!!! But Good Luck Everyone!!!

@steveafanador6441 2 жыл бұрын

Damn dude ! That's a hell of a collection 😮😮👍👍😀

@MikeDoughertyMusic1 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid! I would personally sell immediately just in case WATA gets totally exposed and crashes. Wipe my hands clean. Also can’t see the price of the game getting higher. Its my fav game of all time so its a beautiful piece no matter what.

@aricernst9941 2 жыл бұрын

I said sell it before I saw the video and now I have changed my mind. I agree with your stance 100.

@clint125 2 жыл бұрын

Rettroooooo . Let’s freaking go . I have a sealed perfect dark 64 . Not sure if it’s worth grading now

@twizzler7144 2 жыл бұрын

great video!

@pokedawg 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Rick! I watched Karl Jobst video--- I would probably list it high, and see if the buyer wants you to send it to VGA. I wouldn't sell it through heritage, just on my eBay store. I would also look into crossover grading it to VGA, I too wouldn't want to add to this wata fire

@denzilcrocker7622 2 жыл бұрын

I’m waiting in anticipation for the next 10$ game collection🤪😂

@james-hb5tu 2 жыл бұрын

It just seems insane that one of the most mass produced games Mario 3 ever could be priced so high

@cdharris22 2 жыл бұрын

In the end this is a historical event in the gaming world and you have a relic of this time of history. ( Keep it sealed, if you pass it down to your kids. It would be cool to have that story to tell about my dad's collection ). Again love the video man