CaveGamers Condition Guide
Every CaveGamers item is professionally cleaned, tested, and guaranteed to work. Our condition options only describe cosmetic wear, so you can choose the look and price point that works best for you.
Functionality is always guaranteed.
Whether you choose Excellent or Good, your item is tested, cleaned, and backed by our guarantee. Condition only describes cosmetic wear.
Which condition should I choose?
Choose Excellent if...
You care more about appearance, are buying as a gift, or want a cleaner-looking item for your collection.
Choose Good if...
You mainly care about gameplay and want the best value. It may show more wear, but it is still guaranteed to work.
Quick Comparison
| Condition | Best For | Cosmetic Wear | Functionality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excellent | Collectors, gifts, and cleaner-looking setups | Light to moderate wear only | Professionally cleaned, tested, and guaranteed |
| Good | Players who want the best value | More noticeable wear from normal use | Professionally cleaned, tested, and guaranteed |
Excellent Condition
Excellent Condition items are ideal if appearance matters to you or you are buying as a gift. These items may show light signs of previous use, but they are free from major cosmetic damage.
What you may see
- Light surface scratches
- Small scuffs from normal use
- Minor fading or light cosmetic wear
What to expect
- Disc surfaces are in excellent condition, with little to no visible scratching
- Handheld screens are in great shape with no major damage, but may show minor light scratching from normal use
- Cartridge labels are fully intact and well-preserved, with only light wear or slight fading possible
- Consoles, handhelds, and controllers may show light to moderate cosmetic wear, such as faint surface scratches or small scuffs
- Professionally cleaned, thoroughly tested, and 100% guaranteed to work
Excellent Condition Examples
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Good Condition
Good Condition items are perfect for gamers who care more about playing than appearance. These items may show more noticeable cosmetic wear, but they are still fully functional and guaranteed to work.
What you may see
- More noticeable scratches or scuffs
- Label wear, fading, discoloration, or sticker residue
- Minor cracks or heavier signs of regular use
What to expect
- Disc surfaces may show light to moderate scratching but are professionally resurfaced and guaranteed to play
- Handheld screens may have noticeable scratches or scuffs, but nothing that drastically affects gameplay
- Cartridge labels are intact but may show moderate wear, including fading, discoloration, tears, or sticker residue
- Consoles, handhelds, and controllers may have heavier cosmetic wear, such as surface scratches, scuffs, discoloration, some minor cracks, or signs of regular use
- Professionally cleaned, thoroughly tested, and 100% guaranteed to work
Good Condition Examples
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Every CaveGamers item is:
- Fully tested
- Professionally cleaned
- Guaranteed to work
- Ready to play