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The collector's journal.

Guides, hunting advice and deep dives into iconic series, so you can collect smarter.

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Games GameCube PAL: the collector's guide

The GameCube sold at 21,74 million units. To collect PAL games, identify the variant and the exact content before the price.

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PS2 Games PAL: the guide to collecting without mistake

PAL does not necessarily mean French. Here's how to check the region, jacket, package leaflet, disc and edition before adding a PS2 game to your collection.

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How to avoid duplicates in its video game collection

When you're on a brocante or on Vinted, the error happens quickly: buy a game you already have, or a variant you didn't want. Here's how to avoid it for good.

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Games PAL: Recognising the right version without mistake

PAL is not a language and FR can describe the jacket, package leaflet or game. This is the reliable method of identifying a European version.

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PS1 games PAL FR : the collector's guide (before buying)

Between standard edition, Platinum, national versions, multi-discs and fragile enclosures, it is best to identify each copy precisely.

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How to follow his collection of physical video games (the simple method)

Dedicated spreadsheet or app: Here is a simple method to follow what you have, what you are looking for and the correct version of each game.

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Build a video game wishlist that really serves

Noteing titles is not enough. A useful wishlist specifies the version, budget and priority and becomes a good business radar.

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PAL, NTSC, NTSC-J: the regional guide for collectors

PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J are not enough to predict language or compatibility. Here are the useful checks before purchase.

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Start a collection of video games: the beginner's guide

Choose an axis, set a budget, where to buy and how to organize: everything to start a collection of video games serenely.

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Recognize a counterfeit video game: the anti-repro guide

Cartridges, CDs, jackets: signs that betray a counterfeit, and the checklist to buy secondhand in confidence.

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CIB, loose, sealed: the glossary of video game collectors

CIB, loose, salted, full box... the collector's vocabulary explained simply, to buy used without mistake.