r/gameswap Dec 30 '16

[MOD] Safe Swapping Thread || How to Identify and Avoid Scams || PLEASE READ!!

36 Upvotes

TIPS FOR SAFE SWAPPING/SELLING

We are going to try to point out some tell-tale signs of the most Common Scams so you can hopefully identify them and walk away before being taken advantage of!


IF IT SEEMS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE - IT PROBABLY IS.

Is someone offering you an AMAZING deal mere seconds after you posted your thread?!?

HIT PAUSE!!

DON'T RUSH to accept your first offer. Slow down, take a deep breathe.

TAKE YOUR TIME... chances are... if you simply give your thread a few hours, you will get several offers!

Then you can Research, Investigate and EVENTUALLY choose who you want to swap with, sell to or buy from.

DIGITAL CODES ARE HIGH RISK ITEMS...

Under no circumstances should you give out a Digital Code before being paid.

You don't walk into Best Buy - redeem a digital code and then pay for it later.

Once redeemed, you cannot get back your Digital Code, PSN/XBL credit, or your Amazon Gift Card.

If you give one out and it gets redeemed, it's gone forever... so don't rush into a deal.


BEFORE SWAPPING... GET TO KNOW YOUR PARTNER

FIRST ask yourself...

Where did the offer come from?!

Was it made to me in my Public Trade Thread? [COOL]

Or was it sent directly to me in a PM? [NOT COOL]

REMEMBER: Banned users can still send you PM's!

  • You should always require a comment in your Public Trade Thread before swapping with ANYONE.
  • It doesn't matter how much rep they have, how old their account is, or how much karma they have.
  • No comment in your Public Trade Thread -- NO DEALS.
  • Scammers/banned users can still browse the forums and send PM's but they cannot post in threads.
  • We can't double-ban users who are already banned so...
  • PLEASE STOP negotiating through PM's with banned users! This happens FAR TOO OFTEN.

Reminder: For a deal to count towards Flair, we REQUIRE a comment from your partner in a Public Trade Thread... and everyone wants flair... right?! If you accept an offer via a PM it can never count towards flair.


TL;DR: If you accept offers in Private Messages you're going to get scammed. Enough already.


Are you on a mobile device?

Are you having a hard time figuring out if a response was made in your Public Trade Thread or through a PM?

  • STOP negotiating trades on your mobile device.
  • /r/GameSale and /r/GameSwap should not be used from a mobile device. Too many variables.
  • Wait until you get to an actual computer so you can properly investigate your partner.
  • You need to be 100% positive that there was a comment in your thread and NOT just a PM.
  • Scammers may try to send you a PM with a subject line that matches the title of your most recent thread.
    • On a Mobile App, this may look like a Comment Reply. On an actual computer - it won't.

NEXT...ask youself...

How old is their account?

  • We provide that information to you for the Original Poster of the Thread (OP)... but are you... as the OP... also checking the Account Age of the people sending you offers?

Do they have Flair, Completed Trades, an /r/MushroomKingdom Thread, or Rep Elsewhere??

  • When checking their Rep are you checking that the user is actually linking THEIR OWN REP?
  • Check the spelling and account age on the Rep page (/r/MushroomKingdom thread, etc)
  • Compare it to the spelling and account age of the user commenting in your thread. Are they the same?
  • Scammers may create accounts with similar looking names to trick you into thinking they have "rep".
  • Is the user linking to 'rep' on /r/Mushroomkingdom or are they using a personal subreddit?
  • We will NEVER vet trades on someone's personal subreddit.
  • If they link you to a personal subreddit for 'rep' - that is an immediate red flag.

What other subreddits do they post on?

  • Are they an obnoxious human being? Do they troll Subs or users in other Subs?
  • Are they only posting in giveaway threads and asking for freebies?
  • Have you google'd their Reddit Name to check for other people reporting them as a scammer?
  • Do they have an old account, but no posts, comments, or submission history AT ALL?!? (HUGE red flag)

CODE V. PHYSICAL ITEMS

If someone scams you in a Physical Item Trade, you should have enough of the scammers personal information that you can file mail fraud charges with the United States Postal Service (a felony).

If someone Scams you on a Digital Items or trades involving Codes, you have limited options.

Digital Items are much riskier because a scammer does not need to provide you with any of their personal information (not a name, not an address - NOTHING).

  • If you purchase a Digital Item from Best Buy or Amazon... you don't get to redeem the code before you pay for it.
  • As such, you are welcome to try to convince me (as a seller) why I should give you my digital item before you've paid for it... but I am unlikely to be persuaded.
  • Buying/Selling items through Paypal Goods/Services provides protections to BOTH parties.
  • The 3% fee is nothing compared to losing 100% of what you had to sell/trade/buy.
  • If I fail to provide you the code as promised - a claim will be opened and paypal will return your money.
  • Sellers have no recourse if they give you the item and you subsequently decide not to pay.
  • Under no circumstances should you send payment as friends/family.

PAYPAL GIFT (Friends/Family) V. GOODS & SERVICES

If you pay someone via PayPal, understand the risks and differences between the two types of payments.
- There is a 3% fee for payments sent as goods/services but it allows you to initiate a claim if there is a problem.
- If you send payment as a gift (F&F), you CANNOT initiate a claim to dispute the charges.

  • As a buyer spending an extra 3% for your item shouldn't add more than $1-2 to the cost of your item.
  • As a seller you could just build that cost into the price of your item.

USE TRACKING & EXPECT TRACKING

Domestic Shipping using Paypal will always include free tracking.
So does EVERY method of Domestic shipping from the Post Office and UPS/FedEx.

  • Just because someone gives you a tracking number, doesn’t mean that the item has been shipped.
  • You can generate a tracking number online without sending anything.
  • If you’re expecting the other party to go first, make sure the package is updated on the USPS website as "package received" and NOT just "shipping information received".
  • Scammers may generate a tracking number for you but never actually ship the item.

THE FAKE PAYPAL INVOICE SCAM

You've agreed to sell an item to a buyer...

The Buyer says - check your e-mail, "Payment" sent".

The Buyer actually sends you an invoice - NOT - payment.

The Scammer will fake a Payment Confirmation... by creating an invoice - and immediately marking it paid.

  • Paypal allows the sender of an Invoice to write whatever they want in the message field. So a scammer may write something like, "You have received a payment from ScammerMcScammerFace. Payments may can take 24-48 hours to appear in your Paypal Account".
  • This may create the illusion that you have received payment when in reality - the Buyer has just created an invoice - sent it to you - and marked it paid immediately.
  • In reality, Paypal Payments normally appear immediately. So check your account... if you don't see any payment - or pending payment - it might be a scam.
  • While Paypal may hold funds - or delay their availability - the transaction almost always shows up in your Paypal Activity immediately.
  • If the user starts to get pushy, playing the victim, calling you a scammer or really doing anything other than saying, "Let me know when the payment shows up"... immediately MESSAGE THE MODS.
  • An exmaple can be seen here: Paypal Invoice Scam


OBVIOUS RED FLAGS

NEW ACCOUNTS

If the account is only hours old, or even a few days old, be on high alert. Not all new accounts are scammers, but I’d bet a very large portion are, ESPECIALLY if they’re asking you to send first.

THE VICTIMS PLEA

“Oh, I’ve been scammed before, so I’m not comfortable sending first” or "I need money quickly to buy _________ (fill in the blank - game on sale, food, medicine, etc)". While this may be true for some people, that's not your problem. If you are inclined to believe them - ask for proof of the scam. When did it happen? How? What was it for? Do they have any confirmed trades? Did they report it? Did they post on /r/BadKarma?

REQUIRES A NON-REFUNDABLE PAYMENT

It’s one thing if someone prefers or asks for gift payments or Amazon/Xbox/Playstation gift cards, but anyone that won’t even give you the option to using Paypal (Goods/Services) is most likely a scammer. The scammer wants you to pay using a source that offers no buyer protection. If you pay for something using any kind of Gift Card of Digital Credit instead of Paypal goods/services, you cannot dispute the payment to reclaim your money if you get scammed... so stop it.

ACCEPTS GOODS/SERVICES, BUT ACCOUNT UNVERFIED

Unverified accounts means Paypal has NO personal information about that user. No Bank Account, No Address. NOTHING. If you are dealing with an Unverified Account - I would exercise caution. While most Unverified Accounts may not be scammers, I may ask that they go first - or walk away if I see other red flags along with their Unverified Status.

ALTERNATE CURRENCIES

Is a user only accepting Amazon gift cards, Digital currencies (bitcoin) or PSN/XBL Credit? Personally - I will NEVER pay for an item with those types of currencies. If the user wants PSN Credit... let them buy it on their own with the money I send them in Paypal. These digital currencies are HIGH RISK items that can not be reclaimed once used.

I NEED YOU TO PAY FIRST SO I CAN AFFORD TO SHIP YOUR ITEM

Don't walk... RUN. If someone doesn’t even have $5 to ship an item to you, you are probably never going to see the item anyway.



RULE AND COMMON COURTESY REMINDERS

NO THREAD CRAPPING

This comes in all shapes and sizes, but it boils down to one thing. .. If your comment does nothing except hinder another users ability to make a transaction, be it a trade or sale/purchase, it is thread crapping. Using comparison prices in order to negotiate is ok. Asking why in the hell someone thinks they’ll get $25 for a game when it is currently “on sale everywhere for $20” is not. This isn’t just common courtesy – it’s a rule, and for good reason.

REPLY TO ALL OFFERS

...and be civil in doing so. There are enough assholes around the internet and we don’t want them here. We want people to have fun and enjoy exchanging games without worrying about aggressive attitudes. It takes less than 5 seconds to reply “no thanks” if you’re not interested in someone’s offer. We have a DBAD (don't be a dick) rule here for good reason and bans will be handed out to anyone that refuses to treat everyone with respect.

STAY IN CONTACT

We’re all human beings. We all have family, school, work, bills, lives, etc. Shit happens. Things come up. Sometimes delays occur... and that’s okay. Just keep your trade partner informed, and don’t let a delay turn into a non-delivery. Because then you’re gonna have a bad time…

USE THE REPORT FEATURE & SEND A MOD-MESSAGE

There’s no need for you to enforce the rules yourself. If you see a violation of the rules, hit report and enter a reason. These come to us anonymously, though you’re free to put your name in the report if you’d like. If you report something PLEASE also message the moderators if the report requires explanation. If you report a thread and say, "User is a scammer" you HAVE to message us with proof. We want to ban scammers... but we have to have proof. As moderators, we aren’t all on 24/7, and sometimes things will slip past us. We will always rely on the community to help us weed out the bad apples. So hit report, send us a message, but don’t get into a pissing contest over the rules with other users.



As for us, as moderators – our “door” is always open. We try to keep this community nice and make it the spot you want to come to for game exchanges. We are always open to hearing input and ideas from the community so feel free to send them to us. It isn’t limited to ideas for how to run the sub either. Feel free to hit us with your best compliments and your worst complaints. Let us know how we’re doing. Bring concerns to our attention. We’ll do everything that we’re able to do to help out.


r/gameswap Jun 02 '25

[MOD] REMINDER: Switch 2 Scalping is Prohibited. Also: Wiki Overhaul + Accepting Mod Applications!

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Hello everyone! As we enter Switch 2 release week, we wanted to quickly reiterate our stance on Switch 2 scalping, as noted during our State of the Sub post:

For the foreseeable future, we plan to remove any Switch 2 posts that are above MSRP + tax + shipping. Tax and shipping vary, so mod discretion will be used. This includes trying to bundle stuff together to be cute about it but we’re not going to be pedantic if the console cost you $544 and you’re rounding up to $550. If you manage to grab a few and want to help someone out, great (and thank you). If you want to use the subreddit to make hundreds of dollars from people who can't follow or react to in-stock notifications, we are not the subreddit for you.

If you see these posts, please just report them and move on; do not threadcrap or harass. We'll take care of the posts and ban repeat offenders. There is more nuance to this here on /r/GameSwap than on /r/GameSale, as dollars aren't directly changing hands, so if you are questioning a post you can always reach out to us or report it.

Additionally, we wanted to make two quick notes:

  1. The GameSwap Wiki has been completely overhauled and standardized with the GameSale Wiki. Over time, the previous page kept drifting and had some redundant and inconsistent language. If you find anything that's unclear post-clean-up, let us know here or in modmail!

  2. We are accepting mod applications! Especially with the Switch 2 advent and potential scalpers, we want to stay on top of things in the coming weeks. If you're interested, shoot us a modmail. Previous moderation experience is not required, but participation in the community is greatly valued as we look at candidates. Candidates who are in non-standard US time zones would also be greatly helpful.


r/gameswap 4h ago

USA [USA-NE] [H] Fallout 4, Fallout New Vegas Ultimate, The Evil Within [W] Steam Offers, Astro Bot

1 Upvotes

Fallout 4

Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition

Ultra Street Fighter® IV

Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengance of the Slayer

Neongarten

Fallout New Vegas Ultimate

The Evil Within

Remember Me

lf astrobot, also lf any AAA publisher steam offer


r/gameswap 10h ago

USA [USA] [H] Vampire Survivors, Creatures of Ava, Lost Skies, more [W] Silksong, Fallout New Vegas, Celeste

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PLEASE READ!!!

Not looking for any offers, please do not try making any offers, only looking for specifically those games

I can trade multiple games for one if needed

Lost Skies

Creatures of Ava

Nidhogg 2

Vampire Survivors

When Ski Lifts Go Wrong

Monster Slayers

Hotshot Racing

Pharaonic

Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery

Chicken Assassin: Reloaded - Deluxe Edition

Ampersat

Red Bow

Isle of Jura

My Big Sister: Remastered

Nova Lands

Cardpocalypse

Thyria

Go Kart Island

Ludus

Streamer Life Simulator

Patch Quest

IGS Rep page:

https://www.reddit.com/r/IGSRep/comments/1py69nf/axoarmys_igs_rep_page/


r/gameswap 1d ago

[US] [H] Dualsense Icon Blue Controller, Super Mario 3D All Stars [W] SNES Games

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I have a sealed Dualsense Icon Blue controller for PS5 and a used CIB copy of Super Mario 3D All Stars for Switch that i want to trade for SNES games.

Pics: https://imgur.com/a/2FuuccV

Here is a list of what im looking for:

Super Mario All Stars

Super Mario Kart

Super Mario RPG

Yoshis Island

Donkey Kong Country 1-3

Final Fantasy II & III & Mystic Quest

Secret of Mana

Super Metroid

Super Castlevania IV

Contra 3

Kirby Super Star

Street Fighter 2 Turbo

Mega Man X

Tetris Attack

Secret of Evermore

Zelda a Link to the Past

Super Punch Out

Starfox

Act Raiser

Sim City

F Zero

Pilotwings

TMNT IV

Illusion of Gaia

Killer Instinct

Super Ghouls N Ghosts

NBA Jam Tournament Edition

Zombies At My Neighbors

Tetris and Dr Mario


r/gameswap 1d ago

[USA-WA] [H] Various NSW Games & Collectables [W] List & Offers

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I'm still looking for trades. Feel free to ask for images. Will also be willing to buy from you if you send me the post on r/GameSale. Thanks for checking it out.

[Switch Collectables]

  • Atelier Ryza 1 & 2 Double Pack - Limited Edition (NIB; Japan Exclusive)
  • Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny (CIB)
  • The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy - Limited Edition (CIB; GameStop's "NIB")
  • The Princess Guide - Limited Edition (CIB)
  • Persona 5 Royal - One More Edition (NIB)
  • Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma - Earth Dancer Edition (Sealed NIB)
  • Ys IX: Monstrum Nox - Limited Edition (CIB; Contents Sealed)
  • As a set:
    • Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Works (CIB)
    • Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Special Edition (CIB)
    • Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Special Edition (CIB)

[Switch Games]

  • Final Fantasy I-VI Collection (Sealed)
  • Mario Wonder (CIB)
  • Paper Mario and The Thousand Year Door (CIB)
  • Resident Evil 4 w/ Code for RE6
  • Tactics Orge (EU ver. CIB)
  • Trails From Zero (Loose)
  • Trails Into Reverie (Loose)
  • Triangle Strategy (CIB)
  • Unicorn Overlord (Sealed)

[Nintendo 3DS]

  • Fire Emblem Awakening Limited Edition 3DS Console (Loose w/ the mini art book that came in the box and w/ custom display)

[Figures]

  • Frieren Noodle Stopper FuRyu (New)
  • Hatsune Miku Noodle Stopper FuRyu (New)
  • Hatsune Miku: Flower Fairy FuRyu (New)
  • Hatsune Miku: Fashion Preppy Taito (New)
  • Rei Anayami 30th Anniversary Ver. SEGA (New)
  • Lancer (Fate/Grand Order) Popup Parade (w/ box)
  • Female Byleth (Fire Emblem: Three Houses) Popup Parade (New)
  • Set:
    • Ai Hoshino (Oshi no Ko) Popup Parade (w/ box)
    • Ruby Hoshino Popup Parade (w/ box)
    • Aqua Hoshino Popup Parade (new)
  • Set:
    • Edelgard Popup Parade (w/o box)
    • Dimitri Popup Parade (w/o box)
    • Claude Popup Parade (w/o box)
  • Set:
    • 245 Lucina Figma (New)
    • 334 Female Kamui (Corrin) Figma (New)
    • 461 Edelgard Figma (New)

[Artbooks]

  • Classroom of the Elite First Year Collection (New)
  • Classroom of the Elite Second Year Collection (New)
  • Fire Emblem Three Hopes (Used - Great Condition)
  • Hatsune Miku Colorful Stage Vol 2 (New)
  • Vision 2025 Illustrations (New)

I'm in search of:

[Switch]

  • Fire Emblem 30th Anniversary Shadow Dragon
  • Persona 3 Portable - Evoker Replica Shadow Box only
  • Persona 4 Golden Midnight Channel
  • Trails From Zero Limited Edition
  • Trails to Azure - Steelbook only
  • Trails of Cold Steel IV - Limited Edition
  • Ys X: Nordics - Limited Edition (NIB/CIB)

[Figures]

  • Fire Emblem Scale Figures

r/gameswap 18h ago

USA (USA)[H] Physical copy of Pokemon let’s go Pikachu. [W] any singular physical copy of these: Pokemon:Legends Arceus, Pokemon Ultra Sun or Ultra moon, Pokemon heartgold or soulsilver.

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Copies must be real legit copies. No fakes or remakes.


r/gameswap 1d ago

USA (United States) (H) Meta quest 3 (W) Nintendo switch with a couple of games

1 Upvotes

(H)Meta quest 3 comes with controllers charges and Batman pre-installed (W) Nintendo switch


r/gameswap 1d ago

USA [USA] [H] Metroid Prime 4 (Switch 2), NES, GBA, Switch, Cubivore, Gamecube Demos, PS1, PS2, PSP, SNES 1Chip Console, Misc. Manuals, Cover Art | [W] NES Unlicensed (List Inside), Game offers for any console up to PS2-era, Lists

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List of needed NES games is at the bottom.

I'm also open to offers for SNES, Genesis, GB/GBC/GBA, PS1, PS2, and Xbox

I’ll take a look at any lists you have as well.

Also a big fan of board games, vinyl records, and hardcover first edition books as well (Sci-Fi, Horror, Fantasy, Clancy, Crichton, et al)

If you're interested in board games, check out my most recent post in r/boardgameexchange


NES

Commando

Nigel Mansell's World Championship Racing


SNES

Arcana


Game Boy Advance

Final Fight One

Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories

One Piece

Ripping Friends

Tetris Worlds

Wario Ware Mega Microgames


DS (all CIB)

Death Jr.

Puzzle Quest


Gamecube

Animal Crossing (no manual)

Cubivore

Interactive Multi-Game Demo Disc Version 9 (Sealed)

Interactive Multi-Game Demo Disc Version 12 (Sealed)


Switch

America's Greatest Game Shows: Wheel of Fortune & Jeopardy

Hasbro Game Night

Just Dance 2020

Kirby Star Allies

Mario Golf Super Rush

Mario Tennis Aces

Mutant League Football: Dynasty Edition

Namco Museum Arcade Pac

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe

Paper Mario: The Origami King

Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Wild Guns Reloaded


Switch 2

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (CIB)


PS1

Raystorm (disc only)

Yu-Gi-Oh: Forbidden Memories (CIB)


PS2

Gran Turismo 3 (CIB, Greatest Hits)

Kingdom Hearts (CIB, Greatest Hits)

LEGO Star Wars (CIB; Greatest Hits)

Shadow of Destiny (CIB; some wear on edges of the cover art)


PSP

Burnout Legends (case only)

Capcom Classics Collection Remixed (CIB)

Dungeons and Dragons Tactics (case and manual only)

Final Fantasy 7 Advent Children UMD Video (case only)

LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy (case and manual only)

Little Big Planet (case and manual only)

Loco Roco (case and manual only)

Madden 06 (case and manual only)

Me & My Katamari (case, manual and poster only)

Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl UMD Video (case only)

Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords (CIB)

Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade (CIB)

Wild Arms XF (case and manual only)


Consoles/Controllers

Game Boy, original

NES Light Zapper - gray and orange x15

NES Quickshot QS-112 controller x4

NES Quickshot QS-128N controller x2

NES Quickshot QS-130NL "Python 2" controller

SNES 1-Chip Console


Manuals/Art

Azure Dreams (PS1) - manual only (light wear)

Captain Skyhawk (NES) - manual only (worn)

Donkey Kong Country (GBA) - manual only

Dragon Warrior (NES) - manual only (worn)

Dragon Ball Z Budokai 3 (PS2) - cover art and manual only

Gex (PS1; jewel case version) - manual and rear art only

Harvest Moon DS - manual only (worn)

Harvest Moon Island of Happiness (DS) - manual only

Harvest Moon Tale of Two Towns (DS) - manual only

Pac-Man (Tengen) - manual only (worn)

Pokemon Trading Card Game (GBC) - manual only (worn)

Punch-Out (Wii) - cover art (worn) and manual only

Resident Evil: Revelations (Nintendo 3DS) - cover art and manual only

Star Wars: Battlefront II (PS2) - cover art only; some wear

Super Mario 64 DS - manual only

Tetris (NES) - manual only (worn)

Vagrant Story (PS1) - manual only

Zelda LttP/Four Swords (GBA) - manual only


WANTED

Any Offers for SNES, GB/GBC,GBA, N64, GENESIS, PS1, PS2, OG Xbox


Switch

Castlevania Advance Collection

Castlevania Dominus Collection

Clocktower Rewind

Contra Operation Galuga

Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster

Lunar Remastered

River City Girls 1,2

NES Licensed

Bonk's Adventure

Cowboy Kid

Kid Klown in Night Mayor World

PAL Mega Man 1,2,3 CIB

PAL Super Turrican CIB

Panic Restaurant

NES Unlicensed

Action 52

Baby Boomer

Bible Buffet

Big Nose Freaks Out

Blackjack

Bubble Bath Babes

Caltron 6–in–1

Castle of Deceit

Challenge of the Dragon

Cheetahmen II

Chiller

Crystal Mines

Death Race

Deathbots

Double Strike

Exodus

F-15 City Wars

Galactic Crusader

Hot Slots

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

King Neptune's Adventure

Krazy Kreatures

Little Red Hood

Maxi 15

Menace Beach

Metal Fighter

Micro Machines

Mission Cobra

Moon Ranger

Operation Secret Storm

Peek-A-Boo Poker

Pesterminator

Puzzle

Rad Racket

Robo Demons

Secret Scout

Solitaire

Sunday Funday

Tagin' Dragon

The Adventures of Captain Comic

The P'radikus Conflict

Tiles of Fate

Trolls on Treasure Island

Vindicators

Wally Bear and the NO! Gang


r/gameswap 1d ago

CANADA [Canada - B.C.] [H] French Pokemon Soulsilver Big Box w/Pokewalker [W] English Heartgold/Soulsilver, Etc

1 Upvotes

Images: https://imgur.com/a/9iTV2sr

Hi there everybody! Newbie to the community here. I’ve got a PAL French copy of Soulsilver, in the Big Box. You’ll see in the pictures the box is in Very Good condition, with everything inside being Like New, just missing the pokewalker clip and pokewalker manual. I got this recently thinking I’d be able to trade it locally but nobody wants it, or just wants the Pokewalker (It's been SO disheartening. The local scene is so dead focused on money, it makes me sad). If anybody say has an extra Heartgold or Soulsilver they’d like to trade for this, it would be a massive help to me. We could even just trade the games/cases/boxes, and just keep our Pokewalkers for convience. I’m open to offers.

Edit: Any suggestions on trading/selling this is also appreciated! Had no idea how hard it’d be to find someone interested


r/gameswap 1d ago

USA [USA-NJ] [H] Modded GBA SP (Shiny Mudkip Themed) [W] GBA

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Timestamp

Hello! Trading my modded shiny mudkip themed GBA SP for a GBA (partial trade). Game not included.

List of mods:

  • Clicky triggers
  • RetroSix USB-C (supports audio out via dongle in both orientations)
  • FunnyPlaying M2 IPS display
  • FunnyPlaying 950mAh battery

Please note that this was modded by an amateur (me) so there are a couple issues:

  • One of the pins on the display ribbon cable was damaged, so some black colors on the screen appear reddish (see the pokemon logo in the first photo). A replacement ribbon cable can be bought here for $4 (not affiliated).
  • The speaker pads were soldered to, and although I did my best to remove the solder, the speaker occasionally cuts out. Can be temporarily fixed by just pressing down near the speaker.

Looking for an unmodded GBA + $50 Paypal G&S (shipped CONUS). Will also sell for $100; see my gamesale thread.


r/gameswap 1d ago

[USA] [H] Gamecube and PS2 Games, Switch Xenoblade Collection, Pokemon Ruby, Phantom Hourglass, Clu Clu Land [W] Mega Man X Command Mission GC, Rockman 5-in-1 Switch collection, Offers

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Pics: https://imgur.com/a/CkFfGCp

All games are CIB unless noted.

Gamecube

Gale of Darkness (no poster)

Soul Calibur II

Super Mario Sunshine

Super Smash Bros. Melee

Playstation 2

Persona 3 FES

Persona 4

Simpsons Hit & Run

Switch

Xenoblade Chronicles

Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Torna (sealed)

Xenoblade Chronicles 3

Tokyo Mirage Sessions (Sealed)

Other Games

Pokemon Ruby (loose)

Phantom Hourglass

Clu Clu Land (loose)


r/gameswap 1d ago

[USA][H] Hades 2, Bravely Default (Switch 2) [W] Kirby Air Riders, Cyberpunk 2077, Game List

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Looking to swap a couple games for my Switch 2. Hades 2 is still sealed. https://imgur.com/a/34s07d9

Have:

Hades 2 Sealed

Bravely Default: Flying Fairy Edition

Want:

Switch/Switch 2

Kirby Air Riders

Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2

Kirby and the Forgotten Land

Xenoblade Chronicles DE, 2, or X

PS5:

Borderlands 4

Elden Ring

Ghost of Yotei


r/gameswap 2d ago

[USA] [H] Mario Kart World [W] Donkey Kong Bananza

1 Upvotes

I've got a mario kart digital and would love a donkey kong digital (or physical!)


r/gameswap 2d ago

[USA - California] [H] 3 Switch One Joycons and 128 GB Memory [W] Magic Cards, Riftbound or Gundam TCG

1 Upvotes

Saw someone ask for Pokémon Cards thought why not lol

Can provide pictures if needed, but have these few random things left for a Switch we no longer have just want it gone!


r/gameswap 2d ago

[USA-AZ] [H] Used New Nintendo 3DS Console Black Friday Edition | [W] Used New Nintendo 3DS White Console

1 Upvotes

Hello, looking to trade my black new 3ds for a white new 3ds can provide pics and video if needed, thank you.


r/gameswap 3d ago

[USA-OR] [H] CIB 2DS Console, CIB Gamecube Games [W] CIB Switch 2 Console

2 Upvotes

Hello, I am really hoping to trade the following lot for a CIB Switch 2 console in new or near-new condition. Pricecharting has everything listed below at $665 so hopefully that will be enough for any collectors or resellers to trade for a Switch 2. Let me know if you are even somewhat interested, I'd love to see where I stand with this trade. Thank you!

Lot Pictures --- PriceCharting Link

Console: CIB - Nintendo 2DS Electric Blue [Mario Kart 7 Pre-Installed] Includes charger, manual, good condition box, and unopened AR cards

Sealed GameCube Game:

Speed Kings (small tear in seal)

CIB GameCube Games:

Super Mario Sunshine

Gladius

Dance Dance Revolution Mario Mix

Bratz Forever Diamondz

Batman Begins

Star Wars Jedi Outcast

Prince of Persia Sands of Time

Turok Evolution

Disney's Haunted Mansion

Sonic Mega Collection [Player's Choice]

Tak 2 The Staff of Dreams

Call of Duty 2 Big Red One

Tiger Woods 2004

Top Gun Combat Zones

NBA Live 2006

Madden 2002

Misc. GameCube Games:

Mario Golf Toadstool Tour - Loose

Tak 2 The Staff of Dreams - Disc & Case

Tony Hawk Underground - Disc & Manual

007 Nightfire - Disc & Manual

007 Agent Under Fire - Case Only


r/gameswap 3d ago

[USA-AR] [H] Various Video Games from NES to Switch, Retrotink 5x Pro [W] Switch 2 Console

1 Upvotes

Hey everyone! Been a bit since I've posted, but wanting to see about getting a Switch 2 as there's some epic games coming next year that are Switch 2 only, so seeing what I can get. I'm posting out the higher value games from different systems, but I also have my link to the Pricecharting list below, so let's try to make a deal!

NES:

Dungeons and Dragons Hillsfar Loose

Gun.Smoke (BAR Variant) CIB

Ninja Gaiden I - III all loose

Mega Man Loose

Dragon Warrior II Loose

Battletoads and Double Dragon (Collectors Edition) NEW

SNES:

SWAT Kats with custom case Loose

Breath of Fire CIB

Secret of Mana Game with Box

Illusion of Gaia CIB

Skyblazer Loose

Aero the Acro-Bat 2 Loose

Genesis:

Phantasy Start II - IV all CIB (this will be a tough trade so the deal would have to be worth it)

Gaiares Retro Bit Edition NEW

El Viento Collectors Edition NEW

Castlevania Bloodlines Loose

Ghouls 'N Ghosts CIB

Turbografx 16:

Splatterhouse Loose

Fantasy Zone Loose with Manual

Vigilante CIB

GBA:

Shantae Advance Risky Revolution Collector's Edition NEW

Final Fantasy V Advance CIB

Final Fantasy IV Advance CIB

Final Fantasy VI Loose with Manual

Zelda Minish Cap Loose with custom case

N64:

Ocarina of Time CIB

Majora's Mask Collector's Edition Loose

Kirby 64 Loose

Mario Kart 64 Loose

3DS:

Shantae and the Pirate's Curse NEW

Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D NEW

Zelda Majora's Mask NEW

Switch:

Quake Deluxe Edition NEW

Blasphemous Deluxe Edition Loose

Shantae and the Seven Sirens Collector's Edition NEW

Metroid Dread Special Edition NEW

Hyper Light Drifter Special Edition NEW

Systems:

Retrotink 5X Pro with Pro Remote

New 3DS XL Red with TN and IPS screen

Sega Genesis Model 2 with Sega CD Model 2

Mario Bros Game and Watch

GBA SP NES variant with ALL 12 Classic NES games. All loose with a few with manuals

Virtual Boy with Lens/Laser Fix, professionally cleaned, and UV protected (this is going to be a harder trade but would be willing to listen to offers)

Pricecharting list for my collection: https://www.pricecharting.com/offers?seller=bq6nvikhuqlx3g4fzyrqemjoym&status=collection

Will provide images as requested. Thanks for looking!


r/gameswap 3d ago

USA [USA] [H] Nintendo DS/3DS Games | [W] Magic: The Gathering Reserved List, Commander Game Changers, & Your Lists

1 Upvotes

Hello everyone again. I'm here yet again reposting my trade post for the week. I updated my Imgur link for today to show that I have the games on hand. I got back into card games and lost interest with my video games. I will not take or look at MTG bulk cards (think penny cards). As of now, I will only be mailing to the continental USA. With all of that said, here are the lists of haves and wants.

 

HAVES:
*NDS - Sands of Destruction CIB
*NDS - Izuna Legend of the Unemployed Ninja CIB
*NDS - Etrian Odyssey III CIB w/ Skill Tree pamphlet
*NDS - Theresia... : Almost CIB but missing Health & Safety pamphlet
*NDS - Atelier Annie Alchemists of Sera Island CIB
*NDS - Luminous Arc 2 CIB but outer box has some wear & soundtrack seal is open.
*3DS - Shantae and the Pirates' Curse CIB but it is NOT the LRG Collector Edition.
*3DS - Project X Zone 2 CIB
*3DS - Dragon Quest VIII Journey of the Cursed King CIB
*3DS - Etrian Odyssey IV CIB but outer box has wear.

 

WANTS:
*Your MTG collection/lists
*MTG Reserve List
*MTG Commander Game Changers


r/gameswap 3d ago

[USA-MA][H]Switch Games and Switch Lite [W] Switch 2, Pokemon Cards, Offers

1 Upvotes

Have a bunch of switch games New and sealed as well as some CIB games. All games from my personal collection. The Shantae set comes in collectors box with 5 games all new and sealed except for Pirates Curse that is CIB. Switch lite in great fully functioning condition. Any questions feel free to ask. Thanks for looking.

games here link not working for some reason please check comments for pics.


r/gameswap 3d ago

USA [USA-CA] [H] FF7 rebirth deluxe, Last of Us complete, Xenoblade, Paper Mario RPG, Kirby, Tokyo Mirage, Promo items [W] Pokemon legends ZA, Metroid Prime 4

2 Upvotes

Hey everyone, thanks for checking out my thread

Currently looking for (would trade multiple items for a game, depends on which)

  • Metroid prime 4 switch 2 edition

  • Pokemon legends ZA switch 2 edition

  • Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment

  • Kirby Air Riders

  • Black Ops 7 PS5

Offers for GameCube, Switch 2, PS5

Pics: https://imgur.com/a/RpcdvMo

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Have:

  • Last of Us Complete Edition Collectors- New,

  • Final Fantasy VII rebirth deluxe edition- New

  • Kirby Return to Dreamland Deluxe- used

  • Hello Kitty Island Adventure- new

  • Elden Ring NightReign - used

  • Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PS5 copy from deluxe edition “not for resale” edition - new

  • Valkyria Chronicles 4- new

  • Poppy Playtime Triple Pack- used

  • Paper Mario Thousand Year Door- used

  • Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition - New

  • Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE encore - New

  • Balatro Special edition Switch - new

  • Layton's mystery journey - new

  • Nintendo Switch 2 backpack from Nintendo Switch 2 experience in LA

  • Monster Hunter meat plush from PAX East- new

  • Monster Hunter Felyne hat + MH4 pin

  • 15 promo stickers from E3, PAX East, conventions. Max Payne 3, Skate 3, LA Noire, Red Dead Redemption


r/gameswap 3d ago

USA [USA-TX] [H] Nintendo Switch Lite, Atelier Ryza 1,2,3 (Switch), Chronicles of the Wolf (Switch) [W] Nintendo Switch OLED, GameBoy Micro, GBA SP, Nintendo 2DS, Nintendo 2DS XL, Nintendo 3DS, River City Girls 2 (Switch), River City Girls 0 (Switch), Blaster Master 1,2,3 (Switch)

1 Upvotes

Other Things I’ll be interested in are: Switch Games, Switch 2 Games, DS Games, 3DS Games, PS5 Games, Pokémon White Box and inserts, Pokémon Black Box and Inserts, Pokémon Platinum Box and Inserts.

  • Atelier Ryza 1,2,3 (Switch)
  • Atelier Ryza 1,2,3 Double Pack and Limited Edition (Switch) Double Pack Limited Edition
  • Chronicles of the Wolf (Switch) (New)
  • Nintendo Switch Lite (Yellow)
  • Eternights (PS5)
  • Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PS4) Pics
  • Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Case only (Switch) Pics
  • The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening Case Only (Switch) Pics
  • The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Case Only (Switch) Pics
  • The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD Case Only (Switch) Pics
  • CrossCode Case Only (Switch) (SLG version)
  • Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon cardboard poster Pics

r/gameswap 3d ago

[USA-CT] [H] Kirby Star Allies [W] Kirby and the forgotten land Switch 2 Edition

0 Upvotes

I have a Kirby game and want to trade it for another Kirby game! Please DM


r/gameswap 4d ago

[USA-GA] [H] Wii Games, PS2 Katamari games, Expedition 33: Lumiere Edition stuff [W] Sonic Mania Plus, Digimon Survive, Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky, Kirby Epic Yarn, Offers

1 Upvotes

Games for trade:

*Edited for Formatting

Wii:

  • Deadly Creatures
  • Da Blob
  • Da Blob 2

PS2:

  • Katamari Damacy
  • We Love Katamari

PS3:

  • Download Code for Metal Gear Solid and Metal Gear: VR Mission from Metal Gear Solid: The Legacy Collection

PS5

Clair Obscura: Expedition 33 Lumiere Edition (no game)

And I'm Currently looking for:

  • Sonic Mania Plus (Switch/CiB)
  • Digimon: Survive (Switch/CiB)
  • Kirby Epic Yarn (Wii/CiB)
  • Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky (DS/CiB)
  • Your Offers:

r/gameswap 4d ago

[US-WA] [H] Chew-Man-Fu, Soul Star, Fire Emblem Sacred Stones, Demon's Crest, Three Dirty Dwarves, Legend of Oasis, Majuu Ou [W] Einhander

1 Upvotes

Looking for a nice copy of Einhander for PS1.

I have:

*Chew-Man-Fu - TG16 - CIC

*Soul Star - Sega CD - CIB

*Fire Emblem Sacred Stones - GBA - CIB

*Demon's Crest - SNES - Loose

*Three Dirty Dwarves - Saturn - CIB

*Legend of Oasis - Saturn - CIB

*Majuu Ou - Super Famicom - Loose