12 Best Places to Sell Video Games

The video game industry is worth over $208 billion. As someone who loves playing video games, I know how much it costs to buy new ones. One way I make cash to pay for new games is to sell my video games that are no longer in use.

If you are like me and have games that are collecting dust, brush them off and get ready to sell them online.

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Where to Sell Your Video Games

We checked out some of the top places to sell video games, and here is what we found.

1. SellCell

You can sell gaming consoles on SellCell and compare prices from up to 35 buyback vendors. It’s possible to compare prices based on your device’s condition.

Most vendors offer free shipping and a price guarantee for up to 14 days. You can expect prompt payment once your console arrives, and you can get free return shipping if the vendor’s final offer is less than you’d like.

These gaming consoles on SellCell can make the most money:

Xbox (X, S, and One)
Playstation (PS5, PS4 and PS3)
Nintendo (3DS and 2DS)
Nintendo Switch

Older consoles like the Sony PS2 or the Nintendo DS Original can sell, but may only fetch a few dollars. Unfortunately, SellCell doesn’t buy video games or accessories. It’s also possible to sell other tech gadgets like iPhones, tablets, and wearables.

2. Craigslist

Another option is to sell video games locally on Craigslist. This can be the most financially lucrative option because you get to keep all the profits.

That means no shipping costs and no “middleman” commissions.

Selling locally can require a larger time investment as you must respond to text messages, phone calls, and e-mails.

Plus, you will need to meet the potential buyer at a public place. To increase your exposure, you might also consider selling on a Craigslist alternative.

3. GameStop

Every avid gamer has at least visited a GameStop at least once in their gaming career. It is one of the most successful brick-and-mortar video game store franchises.

GameStop has a strong presence in the gaming industry, with both in-person and online stores. This means you can sell or trade in your old games online or at the local GameStop store.

You can compare the buyback prices for store credit and cash payments online. You will need to take your items, such as video games, to a local store to receive payment.

If you trade your old video games in for store credit, you will receive a larger credit, as GameStop offers up to 60% credit on game trades.

You can also sell for cash or store credit:

Gaming consoles
Accessories
Tablets (like iPads)
Cell phones
Smartphone

You may also consider using GameStop to sell retro video games, consoles, and accessories. But you will need to visit your local store to sell these classics.

In addition to selling video games, GameStop buys back used phones.

Learn more: 16 Best Places to Sell Your iPad for the Most Money Online

4. Amazon

Amazon allows you to trade in your old video games, or you can sell video games as a third-party listing. If you need the cash immediately, choose the trade-in option to get instant Amazon shopping credit.

You might be able to start a selling war by listing your price for less than the current sellers’. No matter how high or low you price your product, you must wait for somebody to buy it.

Keep in mind that the Amazon trade-in program doesn’t always have the highest pay rate, and selling your games can be more lucrative.

5. The Old School Game Vault

If you have classic games to sell, you might consider The Old School Game Vault. You can buy and sell retro and current video games here, including your old consoles.

The Old School Game Vault will buy back many video games, but there are a few limitations. They will not buy any sports games that are more than a few years old.

Payment options include:

PayPal
Amazon gift card
Zelle
Paper check

There is also a $15 minimum order to make a sale, and free shipping doesn’t kick in until you are selling at least $100 in games and consoles.

6. DK Oldies

DK Oldies is another place to sell retro video games for many platforms.

Some of the participating consoles include:

Atari 2600
Game Boy
Game Boy Color
Nintendo 64
Nintendo 3DS
Sega Genesis
Xbox 360

They do have a $20 minimum selling requirement to receive free shipping.

You can also get a 20% bonus when you exchange your games for store credit. In addition to store credit, you can also be paid by PayPal or by check.

There is a partial list of games and systems for which DK Oldies is currently paying the most. If a particular game isn’t on the list, you can email or call DK Oldies to see what the possible purchase price can be.

7. eBay

When you want to sell your collection to the highest bidder or want exposure to one of the largest online marketplaces, try eBay.

It can also be a good option if you want to sell your video game account or in-game merchandise, such as currency or other tradeable talismans that are time-consuming to accumulate.

With eBay, you can create auction listings and “Buy It Now” instant-sell listings that also allow you to accept counteroffers. Selling video games on eBay can be a good option if you prefer to sell a bundle rather than list each item individually.

For example, if you simply want to sell your old Nintendo 3DS with your 13-game collection to get a higher selling price and save on shipping costs.

If you have an in-demand item like a Sony PS5, take a look at the recently sold items before stating a price. You can make more by selling on eBay than by using a buyback site.

eBay also makes it easy to create a storefront if you want to become a volume seller. Individual sellers can also get 50 free listings each month, and seller fees can be cheaper than Amazon’s.

8. Gameflip

Gameflip is another site that allows you to sell physical or digital video games.

It’s possible to sell these physical items:

Game discs
Consoles
Accessories
Video game collectibles

You can only sell physical items if you live in the U.S., as Gameflip only ships to U.S. addresses.

The platform sells these in-game items:

Skins
CD codes and keys
Gift cards
Digital movies

You get paid once your items sell, and you ship the physical items directly to the buyer. Your payment options include bank deposit, PayPal, or Gameflip store credit.

9. Swappa

Wanna cut out the middleman and sell your games directly to the buyer? Then Swappa is a great choice.

Simply create an account and start selling video games. Enter the information about your game or console, upload a few pictures, and choose a price. Swappa will even suggest pricing using similar items.

Once you have created an item to sell, the Swappa moderation team will approve it. When approved, your item is added to the Swappa marketplace.

When items sell, you get paid via PayPal and don’t pay selling fees. The buyer pays the platform fees when they make a purchase.

It’s also possible to sell to local buyers in select cities if you live in a Swappa Local market. This option can boost your odds of selling your games and consoles more quickly.

Other items to sell on Swappa:

Retro Games
Cell phones
Consoles
Gaming accessories
Laptops and tablets

Swappa is very clear on not accepting junk. Every product has listing requirements and an approval process to ensure confident shopping.

10. PlayerUp

Another site that allows you to sell player accounts in PlayerUp for these game types:

Action
RPG
Sports
Xbox One
YouTube accounts

You can see the selling options by searching for a specific game.

There is a 3% seller’s fee for most sales that use the “Middleman” feature. You can receive payment by most digital wallets, cryptocurrency exchanges, and paper checks.

Orders under $10 incur a $1.50 fee, which the seller pays. Sales below $2 incur a flat $0.99 selling fee. To avoid seller fees, you can get PlayerUp credit for a 1.99% payment bonus. Trading accounts with other PlayerUp users is another option.

When you sell with PlayerUp, you can use over 20 payment methods, including PayPal and Skrill. You might also prefer Coinbase if you want cryptocurrency payments.

Before selling your video game account, read the terms and conditions, as not every video game company allows users to sell their accounts for real money. If the manufacturer discovers a policy breach, your player account may be suspended.

11. Facebook Marketplace

With Facebook Marketplace, you can easily sell your used video games. Look for local selling groups in your neighborhood or community and join them.

Selling in groups is simple. Take a picture of your item, describe it, list the price, and post. Once uploaded, look for the feature to add to other selling groups.

In my neighborhood, we use the term PP (Porch Pickup) when selling an item. When I list an item, I post it as PP if it is under $10 and have the buyer leave the cash under the mat. We use the messenger feature to communicate when the video game has been picked up, and the sale is complete.

Selling video games and other used items is only one way to make money with Facebook. There are several options to boost your income with this social media platform.

12. OfferUp

One local selling app that’s gaining popularity is OfferUp. This app is a good alternative to Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist. There are many listings of video games online, so there should not be any problem finding video games you enjoy.

It’s free to list items and sell when you meet the buyer locally. Sellers can ship items in the continental U.S., but there is a 12.9% service fee ($1.99 minimum) if the item sells. For selling items that require shipping, the buyer pays shipping fees. OfferUp sends the seller a prepaid shipping label.

One advantage of using OfferUp is that both sellers and buyers can create profiles and leave ratings. It’s possible to avoid potential buyers with bad ratings from prior sellers.

Learn more: OfferUp Review: Is It Worth It To Sell Your Stuff?

Summary

Although video games and consoles change with the times, getting paid to sell your classic or new video games online is still possible. You can do it online or in person.

Selling old video games can be an easy way to make a quick buck, whether you’re decluttering your house or running a side business.

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