Turbo Gouging on Ebay ( r.i.p. - gouging much )

Sparky · 02/16/2011, 02:42 PM

Quote from: Senshi on 02/16/2011, 11:39 AM
QuoteWhat do you guys think of me emailing this guy and telling him where the real deal is for TG16 spine labels?
Hey its ebay so i dont really care, & i dont care if he makes these labels or who ever but at his prices i am more concerned about people getting ripped off!!!
With a little research and patience people could figure out these prices are bogus . I have only been into playing/collecting for the pc engine for about two years or so and I've never paid much over fair value.

Is there a reason why you "bolded" patience?..... also i looked at "items sold" listings on ebay and this guy has sold quite a few of these already at $14 for a case and sticker. <<shakes head>>
oh well, not taking these to ebay so that is that.

Senshi · 02/16/2011, 03:06 PM

Yes because I think most of it has to do with impatience. (i.e. O EM GEE its R@RE...i must buy it now)

rodek · 02/16/2011, 11:43 PM

http://cgi.ebay.ca/HUGE-Turbo-Grafx-16-collection-SUPER-CD-32-games-RARES-/190502420268?pt=US_Vintage_Video_Games&hash=item2c5ad43f2c

quite a few games.. some rarer ones. But $1600 is a bit steep... Does come with a T-shirt though lol.

RR1980 · 02/17/2011, 12:57 AM

Quote from: rodek on 02/16/2011, 11:43 PMhttp://cgi.ebay.ca/HUGE-Turbo-Grafx-16-collection-SUPER-CD-32-games-RARES-/190502420268?pt=US_Vintage_Video_Games&hash=item2c5ad43f2c

quite a few games.. some rarer ones. But $1600 is a bit steep... Does come with a T-shirt though lol.

gee that shirt alone is worth $1,000 right? hehe

nectarsis · 02/22/2011, 02:21 PM

Another rpgarcana STEAL!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Grafx-16-TurboGrafx-16-Controller-NEW-BOX-/320661295354?pt=Video_Games_Accessories&hash=item4aa8e710fa

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-WHITE-PC-ENGINE-SYSTEM-/290537402129?pt=Video_Games&hash=item43a560ef11

PunkCryborg · 02/22/2011, 05:59 PM

Just went to probably the best stocked game shop I've ever seen. It was in the next country over in kind of a podunk town so I was surprised when the jewel case at the door enterance was all Saturn, Dreamcast, and Turbografx. They also had a nice NeoGeo candy cab. Then I looked at the prices and they were outrageous. Like the highest Buy it Now for every game. R-Type with out the box was $59! They had seriously every good Saturn title. Panzer Dragoon Saga was $250, Radiant Silvergun $250, I didn't want to even ask how much that Snatcher for Sega CD behind the counter was. Mega man X3 over 100, The best PS1 collection I've ever seen.
I left empty handed. Not sure how they sell anything. Who would go there and buy their turbo games when they could get them BIN for cheaper off ebay?

BlueBMW · 02/22/2011, 08:58 PM

Theres a local store near me like that.... lots of awesome stuff, but at above ebay gouge prices

I guess someone must buy the stuff.

RR1980 · 02/24/2011, 12:49 AM

Quote from: elabit on 02/22/2011, 05:59 PMJust went to probably the best stocked game shop I've ever seen. It was in the next country over in kind of a podunk town so I was surprised when the jewel case at the door enterance was all Saturn, Dreamcast, and Turbografx. They also had a nice NeoGeo candy cab. Then I looked at the prices and they were outrageous. Like the highest Buy it Now for every game. R-Type with out the box was $59! They had seriously every good Saturn title. Panzer Dragoon Saga was $250, Radiant Silvergun $250, I didn't want to even ask how much that Snatcher for Sega CD behind the counter was. Mega man X3 over 100, The best PS1 collection I've ever seen.
I left empty handed. Not sure how they sell anything. Who would go there and buy their turbo games when they could get them BIN for cheaper off ebay?

they probably got their stuff off of ebay to begin with so they are hoping that there's someone out there who has way too much money in their pocket and wants the games bad enough that they would pay a premium to get it then and there rather than waiting for a week to get it at ebay.

grahf · 02/24/2011, 03:10 AM

I once impulse-bought a cart only copy of Chrono Trigger for $75, so it does happen. At the time it was double the eBay price.

RR1980 · 02/24/2011, 04:39 AM

Quote from: nectarsis on 02/22/2011, 02:21 PMAnother rpgarcana STEAL!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Grafx-16-TurboGrafx-16-Controller-NEW-BOX-/320661295354?pt=Video_Games_Accessories&hash=item4aa8e710fa

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-WHITE-PC-ENGINE-SYSTEM-/290537402129?pt=Video_Games&hash=item43a560ef11

wow $100 for a turbografx15 controller! hehe at least the white pce is brand new

Senshi · 02/25/2011, 09:50 PM

I want to drive to Erie PA, rob rpgarcana, and give his shit away.

rodek · 02/27/2011, 11:13 PM

http://product.half.ebay.com/_W0QQtgZinfoQQprZ56252959

brand new Minty Magical chase ... only $4900 ! better buy it right now! before it's too late.

Ceti Alpha · 02/27/2011, 11:22 PM

Quote from: rodek on 02/27/2011, 11:13 PMhttp://product.half.ebay.com/_W0QQtgZinfoQQprZ56252959

brand new Minty Magical chase ... only $4900 ! better buy it right now! before it's too late.

Good god. That's terrible...

NecroPhile · 02/28/2011, 12:39 AM

Cut me some slack, jerks! I'm trying to pay for some hookers here.

kid_rondeau · 02/28/2011, 06:01 AM

Jee, Zuss....Christ.
This surprises even me.

War Pig · 02/28/2011, 03:27 PM

Quote from: rodek on 02/27/2011, 11:13 PMhttp://product.half.ebay.com/_W0QQtgZinfoQQprZ56252959

brand new Minty Magical chase ... only $4900 ! better buy it right now! before it's too late.

And he's unwilling to budge from that price. Not even for reasonable offers. That's fine....he can continue to look at it because it will never sell at that price.

Drumjay · 02/28/2011, 04:54 PM

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PCENGINE-SHUTTLE-ORIGINALE-JAP-PC-ENGINE-SHUTTLE-J-/270653075056?pt=Retrogames_e_Retroconsole&hash=item3f042e2e70#ht_2155wt_905

Space Shuttle for sale?

hizaygizirlz · 03/01/2011, 07:06 PM

Quote from: rodek on 02/27/2011, 11:13 PMhttp://product.half.ebay.com/_W0QQtgZinfoQQprZ56252959

brand new Minty Magical chase ... only $4900 ! better buy it right now! before it's too late.

I haven't been on here in years and I didn't post much when i first joined, but I'm on a turbo kick again and this site is great for that and actually not blocked by my work proxy.

How much do you guys think he could get for that at auction, I saw a game/customcase/manual combo go for around 800 on ebay in January so my guess would be 2000-2500 for a sealed copy. I have nothing to base that on other than my gut and the January sale, just wondering what you guys think.

Ironically I was looking through someone's ebay feedback he was primarily a turbo seller and he sold magical chase loose along with one other common game for $1, I want to say that this was 06, but I'm not really sure I think I could find it again if someone is interested

hizaygizirlz · 03/02/2011, 12:32 AM

On another note somone offered to sell me Cotton for $120 and Dungeon Explorer II for $220, how much is he trying to gouge me?

Mathius · 03/02/2011, 02:04 AM

Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/02/2011, 12:32 AMOn another note somone offered to sell me Cotton for $120 and Dungeon Explorer II for $220, how much is he trying to gouge me?

IMO you're overpaying by $250. But realistically, finding DEII for less than $150 will be tricky. Cotton on the other hand could be found for less than $100. Of course, I am no expert.

hizaygizirlz · 03/02/2011, 02:55 AM

Quote from: Mathius on 03/02/2011, 02:04 AM
Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/02/2011, 12:32 AMOn another note Simone offered to sell me Cotton for $120 and Dungeon Explorer II for $220, how much is he trying to gouge me?
IMO you're overpaying by $250. But realistically, finding DEII for less than $150 will be tricky. Cotton on the other hand could be found for less than $100. Of course, I am no expert.

Thanks, It seems like this stuff is never on ebay for me to get any kind of idea, there is a beat up Cotton up for $90, Its hard to come by stuff in nice condition w/out paying a premium, I remember when first got the duo I got a box of 12 common games sealed for a pretty far price now everyting is a high BIN or poor condition, I may still get one of the two I am going to think it over for the next day or two

Drumjay · 03/03/2011, 04:00 PM

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PC-Engine-Hu-CARD-DARIUS-Alpha-RARE-JAPANESE-Game-/170610000601?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27b92602d9#ht_1567wt_1139

It's not for sale apparently. Then why ask so much for something that isn't for sale?!!

kid_rondeau · 03/03/2011, 05:46 PM

Oh, I remember this thing...
The guy who was selling it originally (maybe the same guy now, I don't know) used to put a long backstory on why it was so rare....basically, he said that in Japan there was a limited edition of Darius that was being sold in certain game stores in very limited quantities. Then, if you were lucky enough to get a copy, you'd be entered into a raffle to win a super-rare, never-to-be-sold-in-stores game: Darius Alpha (or whatever it's called).

The game in the auction was ostensibly won in the ensuing raffle...that's why it says "Not for sale".

Of course, the story could be completely bogus.

hizaygizirlz · 03/03/2011, 08:41 PM

Quote from: kid_rondeau on 03/03/2011, 05:46 PMOh, I remember this thing...
The guy who was selling it originally (maybe the same guy now, I don't know) used to put a long backstory on why it was so rare....basically, he said that in Japan there was a limited edition of Darius that was being sold in certain game stores in very limited quantities. Then, if you were lucky enough to get a copy, you'd be entered into a raffle to win a super-rare, never-to-be-sold-in-stores game: Darius Alpha (or whatever it's called).

The game in the auction was ostensibly won in the ensuing raffle...that's why it says "Not for sale".

Of course, the story could be completely bogus.

I heard something along those lines as well, I don't follow this game but i think even for an expensive game he really marked it up.

rodek · 03/03/2011, 11:36 PM

Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/03/2011, 08:41 PM
Quote from: kid_rondeau on 03/03/2011, 05:46 PMOh, I remember this thing...
The guy who was selling it originally (maybe the same guy now, I don't know) used to put a long backstory on why it was so rare....basically, he said that in Japan there was a limited edition of Darius that was being sold in certain game stores in very limited quantities. Then, if you were lucky enough to get a copy, you'd be entered into a raffle to win a super-rare, never-to-be-sold-in-stores game: Darius Alpha (or whatever it's called).

The game in the auction was ostensibly won in the ensuing raffle...that's why it says "Not for sale".

Of course, the story could be completely bogus.
I heard something along those lines as well, I don't follow this game but i think even for an expensive game he really marked it up.

Taken from a different site.

PC Engine Rare Games - Darius Alpha

One of the rarest PC Engine games is Darius Alpha, to obtain this game in Japan you had to purchase the HU Card version and the CD ROM version of Darius Plus and then use the coupons provided. You were then entered into a competition and the 1st 800 names pulled out of a hat won the game Darius Alpha. In addition, some copies were handed out by magazines such as PC Engine Gekken and Marakatsu as prizes.

I have played the game on an emulator and basicaly it's just ALL boss battles one after an other.. so.. Darius plus without the levels and just boss's. (it is hard though)

hizaygizirlz · 03/04/2011, 12:26 AM

Not really Turbo, but same subject matter

http://cgi.ebay.com/Nintendo-NES-StAdiUM-EvEnTs-NTSC-SEaLeD-VGA-75-NIB-NEW-/200581833218?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item2eb39be202

Stadium Events is rare in NTSC format for NES, This guy won an auction for like 23K (sealed copy I believe only two are confirmed to exist so far) and got the game graded by the VGA then re-listed it w/ a starting bid of 46K or a BIN of half a mil.

Naturally no one bid because if they wanted it for 46K they would have just bid 46K on the auction he won. So he just re-listed the auction again at just a BIN of half a mil.

The gauging even happens among the ultra rich video game collectors, allthough I think part of this auction is him rubbing it in other collector's faces.

CrackTiger · 03/04/2011, 12:21 PM

Quote from: rodek on 03/03/2011, 11:36 PM
Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/03/2011, 08:41 PM
Quote from: kid_rondeau on 03/03/2011, 05:46 PMOh, I remember this thing...
The guy who was selling it originally (maybe the same guy now, I don't know) used to put a long backstory on why it was so rare....basically, he said that in Japan there was a limited edition of Darius that was being sold in certain game stores in very limited quantities. Then, if you were lucky enough to get a copy, you'd be entered into a raffle to win a super-rare, never-to-be-sold-in-stores game: Darius Alpha (or whatever it's called).

The game in the auction was ostensibly won in the ensuing raffle...that's why it says "Not for sale".

Of course, the story could be completely bogus.
I heard something along those lines as well, I don't follow this game but i think even for an expensive game he really marked it up.
Taken from a different site.

PC Engine Rare Games - Darius Alpha

One of the rarest PC Engine games is Darius Alpha, to obtain this game in Japan you had to purchase the HU Card version and the CD ROM version of Darius Plus and then use the coupons provided. You were then entered into a competition and the 1st 800 names pulled out of a hat won the game Darius Alpha. In addition, some copies were handed out by magazines such as PC Engine Gekken and Marakatsu as prizes.

I have played the game on an emulator and basicaly it's just ALL boss battles one after an other.. so.. Darius plus without the levels and just boss's. (it is hard though)

Super Darius has the same mode available through a code, but it includes all of its unique bosses. Darius Plus only has the arcade bosses. I'm assuming that Alpha only uses the arcade/Plus bosses.

Alpha is basically like the Special Version HuCards.

nat · 03/04/2011, 08:19 PM

The other difference would be that Super Darius doesn't utilize the SuperGrafx hardware to eliminate flicker, whereas Darius Alpha does.

SNKNostalgia · 03/06/2011, 08:00 PM

I really wish they made more hybrid HuCards for Supergrafx and Arcade card support for Super CDs. Well, quite a few games did use the Arcade card's extra ram actually. Really it just helped with more animations and less loading for cut scenes right?

nectarsis · 03/08/2011, 08:42 AM

Not sure if this joke of an auctions been posted but:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Duo-NEC-Complete-Collection-/290509473689?pt=Video_Games&hash=item43a3b6c799

DragonmasterDan · 03/08/2011, 08:50 AM

Quote from: nectarsis on 03/08/2011, 08:42 AMNot sure if this joke of an auctions been posted but:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Duo-NEC-Complete-Collection-/290509473689?pt=Video_Games&hash=item43a3b6c799

I'd imagine the guy is looking for offers from resellers.

NecroPhile · 03/08/2011, 09:57 AM

I offered the twat $100 but was rejected.

Arkhan Asylum · 03/08/2011, 05:09 PM

I got an email about that on the turbob list and I literally LOLed at work and went

>_O

guys a total cockpump

VestCunt · 03/08/2011, 05:25 PM

"SCD Games that require the ACD Enhancement"

What a fucking idiot. Probably spent untold dollars on all this stuff and doesn't even know how his system works.

blueraven · 03/08/2011, 07:04 PM

NecroPhile · 03/10/2011, 04:31 PM

$1999.98 each for sealed and VGA graded copies of Ys Book I & II and Ys III, but at least he's giving free shipping.

Bernie · 03/10/2011, 06:34 PM

Those prices on the Ys games are just rediculous. I mean, wth?? Do people think other people are that stupid, or is the seller just that stupid. I have dealt in AFA grading before with action figures, such as Masters of the Universe. These games, graded at even a 95 are worth NO WHERE near that amount. What is wrong with people?

cornacchia · 03/10/2011, 06:40 PM

That guy always overprices crap. Check this out posted on Sega-16 http://www.sega-16.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10352&highlight=rpgarcana. I've never bought from him personally so all I can really say is that everything he sells is really expensive.

Mathius · 03/10/2011, 10:18 PM

Quote from: cornacchia on 03/10/2011, 06:40 PMThat guy always overprices crap. Check this out posted on Sega-16 http://www.sega-16.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10352&highlight=rpgarcana. I've never bought from him personally so all I can really say is that everything he sells is really expensive.

Broken link

cornacchia · 03/10/2011, 10:28 PM

Its working for me...

BlueBMW · 03/10/2011, 10:37 PM

That's sad.... two more good turbo games that will never get played because they're sealed up in damn VGA cases...

Lilgrafx · 03/11/2011, 02:06 PM

Quote from: cornacchia on 03/10/2011, 06:40 PMThat guy always overprices crap. Check this out posted on Sega-16 http://www.sega-16.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10352&highlight=rpgarcana. I've never bought from him personally so all I can really say is that everything he sells is really expensive.

Holy Shit! That guy has Brandish on the SNES for $149. My Brother picked that up for $2 at goodwill, and on top of that price the game it terrible.

NecroPhile · 03/11/2011, 03:11 PM

Quote from: Lilgrafx on 03/11/2011, 02:06 PMHoly Shit! That guy has Brandish on the SNES for $149. My Brother picked that up for $2 at goodwill, and on top of that price the game it terrible.

Are you bad mouthing Falcom?!? Don't make me slap you!

Arkhan Asylum · 03/11/2011, 06:45 PM

How is brandish terrible.

da fuck.

hizaygizirlz · 03/11/2011, 06:48 PM

Quote from: guest on 03/10/2011, 04:31 PM$1999.98 each for sealed and VGA graded copies of Ys Book I & II and Ys III, but at least he's giving free shipping.

I came here to post these, but you guys beat me to it. I have no idea how people who get things graded by the VGA pick a number out of there a$s.

Its like a sealed copy of the game could be up for an over priced 200 on ebay, then a VGA copy is up for 6 times that amount when no one even cares about the VGA.

Official Ninja · 03/11/2011, 08:32 PM

Is it normal for Turbo CD systems with a broken CD drive to go for $150 or more on ebay??
I had my eye on a system early this week but at the end people bid it up to $150.
And its broken!

BlueBMW · 03/11/2011, 08:39 PM

Quote from: Official Ninja on 03/11/2011, 08:32 PMIs it normal for Turbo CD systems with a broken CD drive to go for $150 or more on ebay??
I had my eye on a system early this week but at the end people bid it up to $150.
And its broken!

Really?! Yeesh! I paid $140 for a WORKING TG16 / CDrom setup

Mathius · 03/11/2011, 10:39 PM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 03/11/2011, 08:39 PM
Quote from: Official Ninja on 03/11/2011, 08:32 PMIs it normal for Turbo CD systems with a broken CD drive to go for $150 or more on ebay??
I had my eye on a system early this week but at the end people bid it up to $150.
And its broken!
Really?! Yeesh! I paid $140 for a WORKING TG16 / CDrom setup

Ditto

Lilgrafx · 03/11/2011, 11:03 PM

Quote from: guest on 03/11/2011, 06:45 PMHow is brandish terrible.

da fuck.

It's not fair for me to judge this game with the limited amount of time I've put into it but I just hated the controlls.

grahf · 03/12/2011, 07:53 AM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 03/10/2011, 10:37 PMThat's sad.... two more good turbo games that will never get played because they're sealed up in damn VGA cases...

I completely agree. Video games are like movies. In order to appreciate them, they must be seen.