EdgeOfPortal Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 Just now, Atari_Bill said: I hate to say I don’t doubt that’s real. Some speculators are so blinded and fooled by this grading crap that they truly think something like this is worth every penny. Agreed. This grading business is awful (for video games, that is), and it really has no place here. The grades don’t actual mean anything to me, since honestly saying something is bad, good, great, mint, etc. is plenty of info for me. And like someone said early you’re not even grading the inner contents. It’s pointless, and all it does is fool people into thinking something is worth more. 1 minute ago, wolfy62 said: Those people clearly have no clue what's going on. Maybe the Amico is drawing enough attention to the Intellivision that others who played 40 years ago are jumping into collecting for it now. Maybe? They really ought to figure out how to check sold listings then and actually determine value. I don’t doubt that the Amico is bringing in extra attention though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poconojo Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 (edited) 3 minutes ago, wolfy62 said: Those people clearly have no clue what's going on. Maybe the Amico is drawing enough attention to the Intellivision that others who played 40 years ago are jumping into collecting for it now. Maybe? That is crazy. The winning bidder must have no clue. Edited April 6, 2020 by poconojo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Pendleton Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 8 hours ago, JasonlikesINTV said: The Intellivision eBay Roundup thread has just been dethroned in terms of replies. It's looking like Amico stuff might potentially be getting moved to the modern section or something, so this will be back on top if that happens. Anyway, grading stuff is stupid and nobody should buy it. Buying mint sealed stuff is fine, and I've done it myself (NTSC-U Metal Gear Solid 3 Subsistence limited edition), but paying extra cash because it's in some box that has some label on it that tells you it's in good condition and has absolutely nothing to do with the game itself is pointless, especially when you can simply observe the game/box yourself and determine if it's completely trashed or not. I don't need a "professional" to tell me if a game is in good condition. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JasonlikesINTV Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 That's it! I'm grading all of my games, selling them off, and retiring at 50 ? 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Pendleton Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 (edited) 9 minutes ago, JasonlikesINTV said: That's it! I'm grading all of my games, selling them off, and retiring at 50 ? Not a bad idea! I'll get my copies of MGS3 limited edition, Gleylancer, Rondo of Blood, and Sailor Moon (Mega Drive) graded and then just chill for a while after I sell them in 20 years! Well, I would if I could stand to part with any of my games, which I can't! Edited April 6, 2020 by Steven Pendleton Forgot Rondo! That would get me some cash in 40 years or whatever! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 Just for the record, I was not involved in that madness and would not buy that unless it was maybe $50. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Tallarico Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 9 hours ago, Lathe26 said: We must defend this thread's honor! Now is the time for all retro Intellivision enthusiasts to unite with the singular goal of restoring this thread's rightful throne as the number one thread! Henceforth, all posts shall be submitted one word at a time! Only with a united front can we achieving victory! Damn... now you're making me feel bad. How about I start putting up prototype Amico stuff up on Ebay. Get this thread going! You & CMart in a battle of the wallets. Meh... who am I kidding. We all know that the next time I see you guys I'm gonna be giving you some of this stuff anyway. No one deserves it more. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Lathe26 Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 1 minute ago, Tommy Tallarico said: Damn... now you're making me feel bad. How about I start putting up prototype Amico stuff up on Ebay. Get this thread going! You & CMart in a battle of the wallets. Meh... who am I kidding. We all know that the next time I see you guys I'm gonna be giving you some of this stuff anyway. No one deserves it more. Sounds awesome! ??? I think the biggest difference right now between CMart and myself regarding the Amico is that I'm under NDA. ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 2 hours ago, Tommy Tallarico said: Damn... now you're making me feel bad. How about I start putting up prototype Amico stuff up on Ebay. Get this thread going! You & CMart in a battle of the wallets. Meh... who am I kidding. We all know that the next time I see you guys I'm gonna be giving you some of this stuff anyway. No one deserves it more. Haha! I like the way you're thinking. ?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Pendleton Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, Tommy Tallarico said: Damn... now you're making me feel bad. How about I start putting up prototype Amico stuff up on Ebay. Get this thread going! You & CMart in a battle of the wallets. Meh... who am I kidding. We all know that the next time I see you guys I'm gonna be giving you some of this stuff anyway. No one deserves it more. Well, as I like rare video games and stuff (and so does pretty much everyone else on this website), do it! I'd be interested in getting one if possible. I found a prototype for the already basically non-existant Linguaphone Education Gear here on display in town not long ago. It's not for sale and would probably be worth tens of thousands of dollars minimum if it was for sale, but for any other prototypes or demo units that are actually affordable, I'd definitely be interested for sure. Maybe some day, anyway. Edited April 6, 2020 by Steven Pendleton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdgeOfPortal Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 (edited) Wh-what? I mean its a bit rare but not $900 rare. I paid less than 75 for mine. https://www.ebay.com/itm/SUPER-RARE-Burgertime-Mattel-Aquarius-Complete-in-the-box-Super-Clean/274330034690? Can't be a typo either as he has a tron up for 100, which he knows is worth less (Judging by the "SUPER RARE" in the BurgerTime listing) Edited April 7, 2020 by EdgeOfPortal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari_Bill Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 15 minutes ago, EdgeOfPortal said: Wh-what? I mean its a bit rare but not $900 rare. I paid less than 75 for mine. https://www.ebay.com/itm/SUPER-RARE-Burgertime-Mattel-Aquarius-Complete-in-the-box-Super-Clean/274330034690? Can't be a typo either as he has a tron up for 100, which he knows is worth less (Judging by the "SUPER RARE" in the BurgerTime listing) Oh it’s not a typo. People are deluded enough to think their stuff is worth that. Of course with some of the sales lately maybe it is. There seems to be a ridiculous amount of money coming into the hobby right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdgeOfPortal Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 2 minutes ago, Atari_Bill said: Oh it’s not a typo. People are deluded enough to think their stuff is worth that. Of course with some of the sales lately maybe it is. There seems to be a ridiculous amount of money coming into the hobby right now. Yeah there's been a lot of stuff lately. I imagine thats due to people needing money because of Covid-19. I don't think it's a typo. In the description he says this is a side business he started, so I mean good luck with those prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSRSteve Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 6 hours ago, Atari_Bill said: There seems to be a ridiculous amount of money coming into the hobby right now. Hmmm.....time to sell my extra Colecovision Masters of the Universe prototype????? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari_Bill Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 40 minutes ago, BSRSteve said: Hmmm.....time to sell my extra Colecovision Masters of the Universe prototype????? If you’d really think about it, I know of a few buyers (not me ?) on these boards that could meet just about any price. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 2 hours ago, BSRSteve said: Hmmm.....time to sell my extra Colecovision Masters of the Universe prototype????? You called? ? 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 8 hours ago, EdgeOfPortal said: Wh-what? I mean its a bit rare but not $900 rare. I paid less than 75 for mine. https://www.ebay.com/itm/SUPER-RARE-Burgertime-Mattel-Aquarius-Complete-in-the-box-Super-Clean/274330034690? Can't be a typo either as he has a tron up for 100, which he knows is worth less (Judging by the "SUPER RARE" in the BurgerTime listing) Ugh. I think I have 3 or 4. Anyone wanting to buy one for half price at $450, I'm your guy. ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poconojo Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 OMG. You can get this for just 41 dollars for 24 months. What a bargain! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Lathe26 Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 6 hours ago, BSRSteve said: Hmmm.....time to sell my extra Colecovision Masters of the Universe prototype????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intymike Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 You just have to decide if you want the Mattel or Radofin version. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 15 minutes ago, Intymike said: You just have to decide if you want the Mattel or Radofin version. Well played Mike, well played. ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdgeOfPortal Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 3 hours ago, Intymike said: You just have to decide if you want the Mattel or Radofin version. You didn’t need to show me that variant, my wallet is already dying. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cvga Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 6 hours ago, Intymike said: You just have to decide if you want the Mattel or Radofin version. Which one is more rare? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdgeOfPortal Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 32 minutes ago, cvga said: Which one is more rare? If I had to guess, Radofin (usually they're more rare). But those were mostly released overseas and I'm in the US, so maybe most of what I see is the Mattel version. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdgeOfPortal Posted April 8, 2020 Share Posted April 8, 2020 On 4/7/2020 at 11:25 AM, EdgeOfPortal said: Wh-what? I mean its a bit rare but not $900 rare. I paid less than 75 for mine. https://www.ebay.com/itm/SUPER-RARE-Burgertime-Mattel-Aquarius-Complete-in-the-box-Super-Clean/274330034690? Can't be a typo either as he has a tron up for 100, which he knows is worth less (Judging by the "SUPER RARE" in the BurgerTime listing) Ah good news guys, he changed the asking price to $500. Finally affordable. 1 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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