Choose what works for you
Different ways to sell used games
There's more than one way to sell a game. The best choice depends on whether you want maximum convenience, want to manage the sale yourself, or have something genuinely collectible.
Store trade-in
Quick and local
- Effort
- Low
- Payment
- Cash or store credit varies
Marketplace
Sell it yourself
- Effort
- Higher, per game
- Best for
- Rare or collectible titles
SellBookMedia
Scan, ship, get paid
- Effort
- Scan and ship together
- Payment
- PayPal
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Games that are especially worth checking
Game values can move quickly as titles become harder to find, get re-released, or attract new interest. You can't always tell value from the cover alone, but these types are especially worth scanning.
Nintendo titles
Many first-party Nintendo games continue to attract strong demand even years after release, making them especially worth checking.
Complete-in-box games
Original cases, cover art, inserts, and complete packaging can make a title more attractive in the resale market.
Limited, collector's, and special editions
Smaller production runs and special packaging can create stronger demand among collectors.
Out-of-print or delisted titles
Games that are no longer readily available can sometimes have stronger resale value than common releases.
Older and niche releases
Some games become harder to find over time, especially titles with smaller print runs or dedicated fan bases.
Even common-looking games are worth checking. The exact platform, edition, and current demand can make a big difference.
Our offers
Every game gets evaluated individually
Scan the exact game. See the actual offer.
Offers vary by title and platform. We look at current market value, demand, sales activity, and the specific product represented by the barcode.
- You see your offer before deciding whether to add the game.
- Older, limited, collectible, and higher-demand games are especially worth checking.
- If a title doesn't currently meet our purchasing criteria, we'll simply let you know.
Start to finish
A simple way to sell your games
- 01Scan the barcode on the game case with your phone, or enter it manually — no app required.
- 02See your offer instantly for qualifying games.
- 03Add games, books, CDs, and DVDs to the same order until you reach the checkout minimum.
- 04Use the prepaid shipping label we email you to send your box.
- 05After your shipment is received and inspected, qualifying items are paid through PayPal.
Before you pack
Normal signs of use are okay
Used games don't need to look brand new. Normal case wear and light signs of use are generally fine. The game itself should be complete enough to use normally and in working condition.
Generally fine
Normal case wear and light surface marks
Please don't send
Broken, badly damaged, or unplayable games
Common questions
Selling used video games
- Do you buy consoles or accessories?
- Not currently. SellBookMedia focuses on physical video games rather than consoles, controllers, or other gaming hardware.
- What if the game case is missing?
- Complete copies are preferred. The game itself must be usable, and packaging requirements can depend on the specific item. Check our condition guidelines before shipping.
- I think I have a rare retro game. Should I scan it?
- Yes. Rare, older, and collectible games are especially worth checking. If you believe you have something unusually valuable, you can also compare recent collector-market sales before deciding where to sell.
- Can I mix games with books, CDs, and DVDs in one box?
- Yes. Qualifying games, books, CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, and 4K titles can be combined in the same order.
- Can I check an offer without creating an account?
- Yes. You can scan a barcode and see whether a game qualifies for an offer before creating an account.
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