Sony PlayStation (PS1)

PS1 RPGs: The Hidden Gems of Sealed Collecting

The PlayStation launched the JRPG golden age, and its niche role-playing releases, especially the long-box originals, have become some of the most prized sealed objects in the hobby.

H-Seam vs Y-Folds: A Visual Guide to Original Seals

The way shrinkwrap folds and seams on the back of a sealed game is one of the most reliable authenticity tells in the hobby. Learn to read the H-seam and Y-fold patterns and you will catch most reseals on sight.

Where to Buy Sealed Games: Heritage vs Goldin vs eBay vs Specialty

The venue you buy through shapes your fees, your fraud exposure, and your recourse if something goes wrong. Here is how the major channels actually stack up for sealed and graded games.