What are some lessons you've learned from collecting retro games?

[ericj]

I thought this would be an interesting topic in which to share the lessons we've learned from collecting retro (specifically Famicom) games.

Here's what I've learned:

- Games that I've paid a lot for don't tend to get played much at all and mostly end up as nice 'decorations' in a game box.
- My best finds are usually discovered in lots that I didn't pay much for.
- Games will always pop up for sale in the future (minus some rare exceptions), so if you think it's too expensive, use restraint and don't make the purchase. You will see it for cheaper in the future.
- I like very few RPGs. I just don't have the time or the patience for them.

Please share the lessons you've learned.

[famiac]

I agree with everything you said!

[nintendodork]

I agree with the RPG thing.  I only like Pokemon, Mother, Super Mario RPG...and the two N64 Zelda games.  That's about it, though.

[nensondubois]

I thought this would be an interesting topic in which to share the lessons we've learned from collecting retro (specifically Famicom) games.

Here's what I've learned:

- Games that I've paid a lot for don't tend to get played much at all and mostly end up as nice 'decorations' in a game box.
- My best finds are usually discovered in lots that I didn't pay much for.
- Games will always pop up for sale in the future (minus some rare exceptions), so if you think it's too expensive, use restraint and don't make the purchase. You will see it for cheaper in the future.
- I like very few RPGs. I just don't have the time or the patience for them.

Please share the lessons you've learned.

Agree with number 1.
Somewhat true.
I haven't had any luck finding a few games and I've waited year and still no luck.

[Nightstar699]

I really like musashi no bouken, and super chinese 2 and 3. Theyre rpgs. Anyways, i learned that ebay is absolutely horrible, and to never use it unless its a buy it now. It will just lead to dissapointment.

[MS-DOS4]

I practically have to force myself to play my retro games. They're fun, but I wouldn't play em' all the time. They usually just sit on my shelf looking pretty. Especially my pirates, they're eye candy.

[famiac]

I really like musashi no bouken, and super chinese 2 and 3. Theyre rpgs. Anyways, i learned that ebay is absolutely horrible, and to never use it unless its a buy it now. It will just lead to dissapointment.

I got smb2j on ebay for 16$ shipped on an auction not too long ago

[Nightstar699]

Well good for you.

[nensondubois]

I also feel the same about ebay, not about other auction sites because hardly anyone uses them. Chase the chuckwagon is good for retro games.

[Nightstar699]

I have yet to try chase the chuckwagon. Ill see what i can find there sometime.

[Rogles]

I agree with the RPG thing.  I only like Pokemon, Mother, Super Mario RPG...and the two N64 Zelda games.

ZELDA ≠ RPG

[JC]

--The best way to buy games is direct from people who live in the countries where the games were made.
--Buy lots because you'll find fun games you didn't know existed.
--You can completely fund your collection by buying huge lots and selling the dupes.
--Buy to play the game or don't buy it at all.
--Don't take someone else's word for it; play the game yourself to see if you like it.
--The only fun Japanese RPG is Sweet Home, but don't take my word for it.
--"Rare" games usually aren't rare.
--The only true grails are impossible-to-find unlicensed games; they keep me interested in Famicom.
--Japanese carts smell like mold.

[MS-DOS4]

--Japanese carts smell like mold.

Mine smell like ether cig smoke or overheated electronics. My Atari 2600 carts smell of rank cat urine.

[famiac]

XD my carts smell like moldy cig smoke!

[nensondubois]

I never smell my carts!