Collecting Video Games :: Introduction

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  • This video is intended as a springboard for a series looking at my video game collection for PS2/3/4, Vita and 3DS/DS, focusing on the issues, problems and strategies to be aware of if you're becoming serious about building a collection.
    I've had numerous requests over the years from subscribers for me to "show" my collection.
    Well, I always felt kind of embarrassed about doing that - in case it might look like "showing off". But now I feel I have found the right topic around which to organise showing games from my collection: to exemplify and analyse the points I want to discuss! 😃
    Background music is from the OST for Final Fantasy XIII.
    Time Stamps:
    00:00 Intro
    02:25 Plushie Boguin
    04:00 Tackling the Topic
    05:00 Console Platforms I will cover
    08:45 What/Who is a collector?
    09:25 Investment Collector
    12:00 Gamer Collector
    13:05 Beachcombing
    13:30 Example of a low-value treasure!
    15:00 Gaming Collectibles
    17:20 Collecting by game genre or series
    19:40 Topics for Discussion - Collector Skills
    23:00 FOMO
    23:30 The Bread & Butter of Collecting
    25:15 Collecting = Hard Work
    26:00 Regional differences
    27:50 Strategy Guides
    29:03 wrap-up and good-byes
    Various titles shown in this video are rated M (Mature 17+) by the ESRB.
    My video is therefore NOT suitable for children as per the COPPA legislation.
    #collecting #videogames #collection #collector #collectibles
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  • @Food4Dogs
    @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +245

    This video was shot a month ago (!) - it's taken me this long to edit/process it due to my eye situation (referred to in video), which also explains the somewhat rough video editing. Thank you for your patience.
    Please check the DESCRIPTION for more relevant info!

    • @radneygallo7837
      @radneygallo7837 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Keep up the good work and don't forget to take a rest !! 😁

    • @omega_sauce
      @omega_sauce ปีที่แล้ว +25

      We're grateful for any video that you upload to TH-cam

    • @zockeromi1970
      @zockeromi1970 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Interesting video (and i really hope your eyes will get better). As i only own a PS2 and vita now, i hope to see especially vita and DS stuff 😀

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@zockeromi1970 That's for me personally the 2 Big Topics. 😀

    • @Danarchy3
      @Danarchy3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Very sorry to hear about your eyesight. Hope things will improve for you.

  • @Zei33
    @Zei33 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    “This woman is so cool dude” was my first thought. This is brilliantly mature and well produce. So well spoken.

    • @chalp1290
      @chalp1290 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Dude, she also has NO ads. She gets no revenue from youtube. Demonitized. Her videos are sincere and thoughtful... IDK for sure, but I think she might have been a teacher.

    • @knitterknerd
      @knitterknerd ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And this is just a hobby for her! Imagine if she did it as a job!

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I never was a fully-trained professional teacher; I only occasionally stepped in as what's called a "supply" teacher here to fill an urgent short-term gap (usually language teaching).
      I think I mention in various videos jobs I've had (true to form, I've never stuck to one thing 😁 - I like variety).

    • @gavinroe2517
      @gavinroe2517 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I totally agree with u I am 60 yrs old living in South Africa and i can identify with her she is amazzzzzind

  • @glennluxon8195
    @glennluxon8195 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    I’ve always been an avid gamer especially Nintendo games but never even thought about getting collecting physical copy and special editions but you’ve inspired me to start, I’d like to walk around my home with reminders of things that make me happy 😊

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +15

      That's lovely to hear. 😊

    • @blitzphantom9488
      @blitzphantom9488 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I recommend you put most of them in a playin bin so dust can’t get on them because once you get a lot of stuff you have to dust and clean a lot of stuff.. I realize you like you like to see your collection but just remember what I said it will save u a lot of trouble.

    • @LaLtheGaL
      @LaLtheGaL ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s awesome! I have a few of my games on display, but most of them are in drawers. I hope I have a home where I can display my games.

  • @TheAlterEgo_Ark
    @TheAlterEgo_Ark ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Oh man, seeing the SMT Devil Survivor case on the table really has me itching to play it again. It's such a good game.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Every time I pick it up and put the cart back in ... I just can't stop. I love the whole series.

  • @poisoncobra7
    @poisoncobra7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Can't describe how cool it is to see someone who's from an older generation be into gaming, collecting and electronics. My grandparents can barely figure out how to take a picture with their phones. This is great, keep it up

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks. I've been "keeping it up" for 4 years now ... but to be realistic, I won't be able to forever! 😁😁

  • @infiniteaaron
    @infiniteaaron ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Welcome back! Glad to see you're doing well still.

  • @HighlyKhoalified
    @HighlyKhoalified ปีที่แล้ว +36

    i'm so happy to see you well, and still making videos! thank you for making my
    sunday a little brighter. :-)

  • @BADC0FFEE
    @BADC0FFEE ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Hoping your eyes are doing better! You're quite humble, with the number of games you have you're definitely a true collector and an expert of those platforms

  • @spliffi869
    @spliffi869 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Already the thumbnail made my heart melt. You are such an incredibly sweet person, it's always a pleasure to hear from you. Thank you for sharing your passion with us and stay awesome!!

  • @BFanDesign
    @BFanDesign ปีที่แล้ว +31

    This was a delightful video! I feel not many people tackle the research aspect of collecting. Very excited for this series, take your time and have a good day!

  • @miekkenr
    @miekkenr ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Everytime you sit down to talk to us, I love it. I lost my grandmother this year and I greatly miss hearing her just sit down and talk to me about her interests and collections. She didn't play video games but she collected other things. It made her happy and I was always happy to hear about it. So this really feels great. Thank you.

  • @angelnumberwiki3869
    @angelnumberwiki3869 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey, just wanted to say, your videos are so so calming and amazing to listen to/watch while doing something, like gaming, or drawing…! I suffer from an anxiety disorder and sometimes it really gets bad with episodes of days and days of overthinking. Your videos are a great way to help me ground and focus on something else! So i just really wanted to let you know I really enjoy & appreciate your content!! Also, Disgaea is one of my favorite series as well!

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. 😀

  • @shamilevergreen6200
    @shamilevergreen6200 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for sharing with us! I definitely feel like a Gamer collector too. I really appreciate your videos- since becoming an adult, working and pursuing other goals, gaming has mostly gone on the back burner for me. But recently your videos inspired me and reminded me how special games can be.

  • @Kronicc100
    @Kronicc100 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    In addition to strategy guides, I would also add that video game art books are really great to have as well. Really gives an in-depth sneak peek into development and how much hard work the staff put into their games for our enjoyment.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, I sometimes eye those up ... But being realistic, my collecting budget is already stretched like chewing gum 😅 and I had to draw a line in the sand!

  • @hypersonic1337
    @hypersonic1337 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've been collecting since I was young in late elementary, I'm 31 now and still collect but how I do and what I collect has been very refined over the years and I still love it so much. I've always been a collector second and player first though. No investments for me. Thank you for sharing and I hope your eye condition improves so you can get back to gaming.

  • @iceYoni
    @iceYoni ปีที่แล้ว +8

    God bless you ❤ love your content, still can't believe you're a gamer 👍

  • @Cetra29
    @Cetra29 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice Final Fantasy XIII music in the background. I always like such videos.

  • @Plasmacat1
    @Plasmacat1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I finally have money to buy more stuff but I have less space than growing up, kinda ironic. I really miss Blockbuster and other rental places, they had killer deals for used games in good condition or for old stock collectors editions. Stay well and healthy.

  • @GrimFowler
    @GrimFowler ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This lady is SOOO cool imo

  • @jbzhummerh2gamer
    @jbzhummerh2gamer ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm the 2nd collector. I grew up in a time where video games were physical, box PC games, cartridges, discs. I love to discover games & try out new games seeing if I like them or not. The ones I do I keep & plan on sharing with others (when my time comes/if I can't play them anymore). I don't need any figures, or other items, I just want the games.
    I also collect Switch & PS4 games, trying new games on Switch & if I like them (& they have a PS4 version), I'll post gameplays of the PS4 version on my channel.
    I used to collect & use strategy guides. I don't anymore, but it was fun. I even got one for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 from Half Price Books, & someone left some pages of story, possibly a fan fiction, in it. It was the strangest thing. I always thought the people who ran that store would check every page of the guides to make sure nothing like that would happen & that it wasn't dirty or torn up.

  • @nrp5791
    @nrp5791 ปีที่แล้ว

    You make and brighten my day! Very nice to see you back. 💚🎮

  • @hazza8657
    @hazza8657 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As I’m almost out of school I’m wanting to start collecting more especially more Nintendo games as that’s I’ve grown up on! The only issue for me is my 2ds broke a few months ago so my first objective Is getting a new one! 😭This was a really nice watch! 😊

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck finding/getting a new handheld - maybe go for a 2DSXL or a 3DS?

  • @noradurst5317
    @noradurst5317 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this new series! Hope you’re having a lovely weekend, Britta ❤️

  • @Miku_plush
    @Miku_plush ปีที่แล้ว

    Really happy to see another video❤️! I hope u get better soon!

  • @Ianlee1977
    @Ianlee1977 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for your content. I'm really loving it. I hope you feel better :)

  • @WMARUoriginal
    @WMARUoriginal ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so sorry to hear your eye troubles continuing. This was a truly wonderful video filled with great tips for collectors. Thank you so much!

  • @Mizazazarul
    @Mizazazarul ปีที่แล้ว

    Found your vids today, love em and the incredibly comfy vibe

  • @user-dd6on5cr3u
    @user-dd6on5cr3u ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just glad to see you still posting videos, you are one of my favorite TH-camrs and glad to see you covering an interesting topic!

  • @Bored_Barbarian
    @Bored_Barbarian ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love your stuff! It’s fun to learn more about the Vita and rpgs

  • @slickcubano
    @slickcubano ปีที่แล้ว

    This was fantastic! Thanks so much.👋🏽😊

  • @SulkyKarris
    @SulkyKarris ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always come back to your videos. Apart from being interesting and really well made, I find them very comforting for some reason. Thank you for uploading!

  • @kaijuwulf412
    @kaijuwulf412 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I thoroughly enjoy your wholesome enthusiasm for collecting.

  • @Brandon667x1
    @Brandon667x1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Looking forward to the ones to come! 👏🏽

  • @LostSoul1411
    @LostSoul1411 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just love your videos, your passion when you talk about video games. I hope you can continue your hobby/passion for a long time and i hope for more videos like these in the future!

  • @Apollo9898LP
    @Apollo9898LP ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the idea for this series! Can't wait until we see more. Also hope that the eye issue gets sorted so you can get back to doing the stuff you love!

  • @Manganalysis
    @Manganalysis ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh man! What a wonderful video! I’m so happy you mentioned patience!! It took me a long time to appreciate how important it is to be patient as a collector. Sometimes you can save so much money if you’re willing to wait it out when it comes to that special game or book.
    Awesome video! Thank you for posting!

  • @stevenrevan3028
    @stevenrevan3028 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so wholesome! I'm glad I discovered your channel. You're so cooool haha

  • @MissBubbles
    @MissBubbles ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg so happy to see a video from you today 💜 gonna save it to watch later when I'm doing my cardio session

  • @drumtap2792
    @drumtap2792 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh, this is so exciting! First of all, any new video from you is already a treat in itself, but as a video game collector I can't think of any other avenue you could have taken that appeals to me more than a series where we get to see your collection and also listen to your eloquent, earnest and insightful thoughts on collecting in general. I can't wait to see what you have in store for us. 🙂

  • @glacier7189
    @glacier7189 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video! Hopefully your eye gets better soon, and can't wait to watch the rest of the videos.

  • @AlohaGamester
    @AlohaGamester ปีที่แล้ว

    I was so happy to see you cover this topic Greta! Great video!!
    Take good care

  • @benwilton5307
    @benwilton5307 ปีที่แล้ว

    So sorry to hear about your eye situation. Hoping it’s recovering well. Thank you for sharing your advice

  • @nidoqueen106
    @nidoqueen106 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a very detailed concise & wise summation of game collecting. It actually reinvigorates my collector spirit

  • @carlosbfly
    @carlosbfly ปีที่แล้ว

    Was just thinking about you yesterday and missing your vids. Lovely to see a new video pop up on my subs today!

  • @deepfried6628
    @deepfried6628 ปีที่แล้ว

    I usually dont really comment You-Tube videos, but after discovering your video talking about how you got in to Games i just fell in Love with your channel. So i just felt the need to say thank you for the amazing content you produce and i wish you the best of luck in your live.
    In best regards from Germany.

  • @simeon9506
    @simeon9506 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think art books could be another great thing to collect. I’m not likely to revisit a game I have already completed, however, I could see myself picking up an art book from the shelf and flipping through it.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ha, you're talking to the woman who is obsessive about art books (as my unboxing videos demonstrate!).
      Yea, definitely - art books are great.

  • @eleveli2437
    @eleveli2437 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was really in-depth! I'm a pretty new collector and I'd say I'm kinda haphazard and casual about it so this was really insightful. Looking forward to the next video

  • @kittyfrog0
    @kittyfrog0 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are an inspiration to me! I hope I never lose my love of video gaming.

  • @Neverbirth
    @Neverbirth ปีที่แล้ว

    This video has been a great nice surprise: very well explained, resumed, respectful, covering a lot of important topics... Only part I could feel missing was the topic of storing, cleaning, etc a collection, but taking into account this is just 30mins long introduction it's been astonishing, congrats on it.
    I hope your eye situation gets better.

  • @GrapeKioshi
    @GrapeKioshi ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Interesting topic choice! I do enjoy seeing the various games and consoles in your collection. I'm actually a bit of an otome collector, both on the Vita and on the Switch.
    Also, excellent choice of background music! 😉

  • @homesteadhero
    @homesteadhero ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm utterly thrilled to see you start this series. Given how passionate you are about the topic, I'm positive that even non-collectors like myself will be as captivated as I already am. I'm personally excited to learn about it regardless, even if I never put it to use myself! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and excitement, as always, Miss Britta ❤

  • @serahcornelia
    @serahcornelia ปีที่แล้ว

    You are so inspirational! Thank you very much for this!

  • @Ironwill_Games
    @Ironwill_Games ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been collecting videogame art-books for years now and I can relate to almost every topic credited here. Can't wait for the next videos!

  • @Tuinuiski
    @Tuinuiski ปีที่แล้ว

    Fascinating! 😊👍

  • @authormichellefranklin
    @authormichellefranklin ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Lovely video! Lost a large part of my collection in a flood and I've been trying to rebuild, but due to all the reasons who mentioned, it's been very difficult. Love to see the passion

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Michelle, I'm really sorry a flood destroyed so much of your collection.
      As to plushies and figurines - I really don't want to show them in one video. I much prefer integrating them individually into a video when the context is right. That's just my approach, it feels more organic to me.

  • @thevgdb
    @thevgdb 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    GREAT VIDEO!!! I just found your channel now, and I am finding myself just nodding over and over again as I am watching your great videos!! Thank you for sharing!! --Nick

  • @jeremiahbrewer6115
    @jeremiahbrewer6115 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It’s wonderful to have you back, Food4Dogs!
    …And The Cerobi Steppe from FFXII is one of my very favorite Final Fantasy songs.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ha! That track was tricky to audio adjust 😄 - I had to call on PoodlePa help as his hearing is still better.
      The soundtrack for XIII is just amazing.

  • @franckcellier9021
    @franckcellier9021 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video, looking forward for the next episode in the series, and sending you best wishes for your health! :)

  • @camredding
    @camredding ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a nice video to find! It is certainly a harder hobby than most assume. I have spent many a days searching or trying to find certain items only to never come to pass either because of price or my location. I really am missing a network of fellow collectors, it sounds like this would be a big boon. If anyone is in the Chicagoland area we should connect! I have gone through many a collection phases and have settled on video games. I have a collection of Amiibo figurines that I have moved on from.

  • @FinalDamnation
    @FinalDamnation ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching this was a delight, but the part on strategy guides hit me extra hard. I happen to love guides like this, and honestly I think my start for love of these came from the old SNES game, Earthbound. It came with the guide when it released in stores and it was wonderfully colorful, with "fake" news paper articles and travel guides. The fandom made a guide in the same vein for Mother 3. Thank you for not only the video, but for getting me to revisit those wonderful memories

  • @HallowedBeThyGame
    @HallowedBeThyGame ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so sorry to hear that your eye has been bothering you. Hope you feel better soon! Really enjoyed this video (and your assistant) and I really look forward to your upcoming videos on the topic.

  • @carolinechan8311
    @carolinechan8311 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video and topic. I’m interested in learning more about game collecting and what goes into building collections. Personally, I’ve mostly been casually and naturally collecting games and gaming related merchandise as a part of growing up, so I am quite interested in learning about the work that is required for hunting down specific items. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this!

  • @AMARIIILO
    @AMARIIILO ปีที่แล้ว

    I just stumbled upon your videos on a whim, and I am so glad I decided to watch. You are such an eloquent speaker, you have a beautifully structured way of speaking that’s very soothing.
    You’re an amazing lady and a bright spot on an otherwise oversaturated website. Wish you nothing but the absolute best!
    (Also, Owlboy is a beautifully crafted game, glad it was a platformer that caught your attention.)

  • @BigBrotherAniki
    @BigBrotherAniki ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, I forgot all about those little critters from Owlboy. He's so cute! A wonderful addition to the crew~
    Another well produced video that was a pleasure to watch as always. Really hope your eye situation gets better soon, love! ❤

  • @whatwaynesaid3165
    @whatwaynesaid3165 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video, thankyou for doing these.

  • @hurthet97
    @hurthet97 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome as always, thank you.

  • @_Aemse
    @_Aemse ปีที่แล้ว

    love watching your videos - so calming and warming, was feeling kinda bummed out and seen your video suggested - did the trick, I'm already feeling better.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Good to hear. 🤗

  • @theultimaterush
    @theultimaterush ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your collection, I've fell in love with a few niche series by watching you're videos!

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's nice to hear 😃 thank you, Joseph.

  • @tonk82
    @tonk82 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really insightful video. As a long time collector, every single point you make, i agree. This is going to be a wonderful series.

  • @princekyun
    @princekyun ปีที่แล้ว

    great music selection :) love seeing your videos. also i really really adore and seriously appreciate all the steelbook cases you post on twt.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciate it!

  • @singalongwithninja
    @singalongwithninja ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so thankful to have found your channel. I have rekindled my gaming hobby looking for solace through trauma and hearing your story really resonates with me. On top of that your content is very good.

  • @stephengoodman9058
    @stephengoodman9058 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry to hear of your health issues but glad to see you making great content. I definitely feel your pain with the Tomb Raider controls - once experienced, never forgotten!

  • @---flowergirl
    @---flowergirl ปีที่แล้ว

    hello miss f4d!! thank you again for giving us another great video ♥ i started collecting video games when my dad gifted me an n64 as a kid! him and i have been collecting all different kinds of games since then. we also go on outings to play pokemon go together! video games n gaming have always been such a huge part of my life and im so happy to see you and everyone in the community enjoying the gaming lifestyle ♡♡ i hope you have an amazing day!

  • @artist_online
    @artist_online ปีที่แล้ว

    I just found your channel and I just wanted to thank you for the great content! I enjoy collecting video games very much, so thank you for your insightful opinions and ideas!

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Random 😀 and welcome.

  • @CyberComGaming
    @CyberComGaming ปีที่แล้ว

    I can honestly listen to you the whole time ✌ ... so wholesome & insightful! John

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, fellow Kiwi.

  • @Kuraskvids
    @Kuraskvids ปีที่แล้ว

    Im so happy I found this channel

  • @Xtremefox7
    @Xtremefox7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much for your insights. It is delightful watching your videos. I collect Nintendo handheld devices, and each finding is a joy. Last month, in particular, I scored some gems. Also collecting 3DS and Switch games (very specific genres).

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That sounds excellent - you know what you're doing. Going for specific genres really makes sense.

  • @thequincy_
    @thequincy_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A good way to get into collecting in this current age is first testing the waters with your interest. More specifically, purchase a the digital copy on sale of a game you are interested in, but not quite sure you want to collect. If you enjoy your experience with said game, then go ahead with the purchase of a physical copy.
    If it is a series/franchise, do essentially the same thing. But by that point, if you have already done what I suggested, then you will likely know if you are willing to invest however much money into said line of games in the series/franchise.
    This method of caution allowed me in the recent decade to determine where my collecting priorities take precedent.

  • @QueenViolet8
    @QueenViolet8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see you doing well 🥰🥰

  • @divinesoul1987
    @divinesoul1987 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a pleasant surprise to be greeted by FF13 music! Loved that game!

  • @TheEzekiel300
    @TheEzekiel300 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this video. Your one of the coolest youtuber's ever. Your awesome. One of the dopest videos ever.

  • @leonardodavalosfernandez4190
    @leonardodavalosfernandez4190 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great Video! It’s always a pleasure hearing you talk about the things that you’re passionate about.
    Game collecting is definitely something I’ve been quite into for a couple of years now, and you’ve certainly been a great inspiration for me in that regard, specially when it comes to the 3ds, which i started collecting for not so long ago.
    I also can relate a lot on the matter of being in a region where is much more complicated getting access to certain games. That obviously makes importing almost unavoidable and it can unfortunately some times even double the price of certain games. Almost my entire 3ds collection is imported since it’s extremely rare to come across 3ds games here, now that the console is “dead”
    Anyways. Thanks for the video! it was really nice hearing someone with so much experience on collecting, giving advice and sharing their experience.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am so glad to hear you managed to put together a 3DS library despite the problems of importing games. Kudos! 👍

  • @EllisRoad
    @EllisRoad ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a new subscriber and I'm so glad to get a new upload from you! 🤗 I really hope your eye situation gets better so you can keep doing the things you love to do 🥺🥺🥺

  • @MauricioChavesDias
    @MauricioChavesDias ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely video. 🥰 thanks!

  • @elsoul7204
    @elsoul7204 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for talking about your experience. I was overflowed with nostalgia when you mentionned Disgaea : i started with Phantom Brave, one of the first games to be released on blu-ray, i had to buy a new specific PS2 i had no idea it existed! This beautiful game took me on the tactical rpg train and i proceded to get the entire NipponIchi Software catalogue in the following years lol
    I hope your eye issue will be solved. I like this vidéo's format, but i think you like gaming or reading better lol

  • @Emerald_Bandit
    @Emerald_Bandit ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was a lovely video! As a slight addition, I would also add looking into how to take care of ones collection. This is especially important for older products such as the Gameboy/DS line of products. Whether it's older game cartridges, plush toys or figures that have seen a few years of dust, or even strategy guides who's pages might be starting to yellow with age. Taking care of one's collection can remind oneself of the journey they've been on in collecting said collection, and make one think of the next piece to add to the hoard!

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, good point - quite a few people have mentioned this topic.
      I'm probably not the best guide for that but it's definitely something we can all talk about and share tips.

  • @phantomaniperv
    @phantomaniperv ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, very informative! Nice choice of background music too. I hope that means you enjoyed the game(s), even though the internet really doesn't like when people express their enjoyment of that particular game. It is one of my favourites!

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh, I know, I always think there's a bit of herd mentality in bashing on FF XIII. But I actually see a slow turning around, more people appreciating it now.

  • @wargear4033
    @wargear4033 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for all the wonderful videos. I have been collecting video game for the last 20 years and I enjoyed every single one. I have a total of 8 systems and 400 games.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonderful! 👍

  • @antonymcewan9987
    @antonymcewan9987 ปีที่แล้ว

    Britta this is an inspirational and very helpful video for beginners in this hobby. I've been collecting for quite a few years and you cover a lot of the aspects that I wasn't aware of at the beginning. Myself, I concentrate on JRPGs and shmups, but also have a real dedication to anything related to the Horizon games. I will soon be setting up my first dedicated games room for my collection and I'll be sure to send you pictures when it's done! :)

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm really excited for you, that'll be grand to see some photos. 😊

  • @mikure3346
    @mikure3346 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the most espectacular videos I have ever seen

  • @tabithahumphries2878
    @tabithahumphries2878 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, i'm looking forward to this series!
    I've been gaming since I was little and have held onto/re-acquired many games that mean a lot to me, but I've only just recently started actively collecting!
    My biggest collection at the moment is Switch- I currently have all of the Visual Novel/VN Hybrids that received a physical switch release and have English support! My other focus is JRPGs.
    My second biggest collections are Vita and DS/3DS, but they are much smaller in comparison!
    I agree with all the points you've brought up, and I've been burned lately by lack of patience and just a little bit of FOMO. It's very easy to get a little too sucked into it!

  • @Sotolomus
    @Sotolomus ปีที่แล้ว

    My friend shared this video on his Facebook page, awesome channel!!!

  • @silentundersea
    @silentundersea ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice, I'm looking forward to watching this series!
    Not really something for the beginning collector, but one important thing I've had to do throughout my years of collecting is periodically reassess and cull my collection as needed. Sometimes you will find bulk lots that are good deals but come with extra games you might not necessarily be as interested in or sometimes you just find that you lose interest in having some games in the collection over the course of however many years. It can be a tough thought to let games go from your collection, but I think it helps keep that library of games cleaner and more tailored exactly to the individual that it belongs to. Plus you can recoup some of the costs to add more important games in the future.

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's very good advice, coming from practical experience.
      Of course I have a story I will share, about one of those bulk lots 😄

  • @nyxqueenofshadows
    @nyxqueenofshadows ปีที่แล้ว

    i'd honestly never considered strategy/game guides as a collectible before, but that makes so much sense! i've learned something!
    also shoutout to how it looked like ciri was holding the mic for most the video, i don't know if it was intentional but it looked great!

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Errmmm ... it wasn't originally intentional, but when I spotted it when lining up the camera, I simply couldn't resist. 😂

  • @twoolley57
    @twoolley57 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was pleasantly surprised to find your video on my home page. I’m inspired to start collecting Switch games. I’m also thinking about maybe for the PS4. It’s great to see you again!!

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, Teri.

  • @chrispybacon3
    @chrispybacon3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well said, Britta! I remember my joy when I tracked down a copy of Metroid Prime: Trilogy for the Wii at a reasonable price. “Beach combing” was a beautiful way to put it 🤗 🐚

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I only have a digital copy of that game! 😄

  • @justinkitton5492
    @justinkitton5492 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry to hear about your eyes, hopefully you get better soon

  • @naieve7774
    @naieve7774 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just started trying to collect games! ❤️ it’s much more fun than I thought! :)

    • @Food4Dogs
      @Food4Dogs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good to hear! Keep on enjoying it. 👍

  • @bloodykun4443
    @bloodykun4443 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always nice to see a new video from you. I've been collecting pretty much my entire life, but even so I still found this interesting to listen to. I can definitely relate to a lot of it!
    Wouldn't call myself financially motivated or anything like that, but in the beginning for me it was sort of an issue - I could only really count on one or two games a year from my parents, if that, and the budget was kind of shared between me and three other siblings. Must have been a killer for them with all of us wanting our own gameboys and copies of pokemon. When it came to a choice between a PS2 and Gamecube one Xmas I was happy to get my choice to play Mario Sunshine, but felt a bit guilty that my brother wouldn't get to play his GTA games. Eventually Gamestop came around and I was able to trade stuff in a bit more and get some bargain bin games, though not always guaranteed to work despite what they'd promise. And at the end of the day I regretted trading in a lot of stuff.
    Got my first job going on 16, and decided to get myself a 360 while waiting for new Wii releases. Had been almost exclusively a Nintendo gamer til then, and it opened me up to a lot of what games could be, as well as new friends to play with in general. Even got a PS3, but it was shortlived as it had stopped working just after I'd quit and I couldn't trade it in for one that functioned. For a while I'd learned how things go on craigslist and made more deals there at least, though I had to part with much more that apparently I didn't learn my lesson the first time around.
    Thing is, having had pretty consistent work since getting my second job, when money is not quite so much of an issue, coupled with being in a more fortunate situation than many as well as obsessive interests likely caused by autism, you find that you might be spending way more money on a hobby than you really ought to be. For a long time I would have scoffed at you if you told me it was an addiction, and I do still find the notion a bit hypocritical coming from some who spend tons on sports memorabilia or clothes or whatnot, but in recent years I've spent near whole paychecks on needing to get brand new copies of old games, figurines and soundtracks, special editions, etc. At the very least it's easy to avoid the free to play model that nickels and dimes many, but it's not much better to always need stuff on day one. That and I'm finding I need more space if I'm to continue at this rate. Since getting a new PC it's been a bit better, though I prefer to have physical games, having digital stuff does seem like a relief at times. The Steam sales are great, but I suppose it's my old soda stand marketting strategy from back when I was little to sell for far less to maximize sales. I'm still spending more than I would have had these games been full price, just because in my mind I'm telling myself it's such a steal. So I definitely think it's important for some to just give themselves a reality check at times. It can still be a hobby, just think about how much you're really putting into it and whether it's a detriment or not for you.
    One thing in particular I have been interested in for some time was the Vectrex. I'd started with the SNES back in the day, was maybe 3 or 4, so anything before that has been pretty fascinating to me. NES games have been rereleased numerous times, though, and other vintage stuff still feels relatively normal, when you've got this really unique console with an arcade-like monitor included and where each game comes with its own overlay to add to its already unique graphics system. I'd checked back then and it was something around $300 which quickly put a hard stop on that, but I checked again recently out of curiosity and found it's reached $1000 or more. That's sadly just too much to justify on something I know wouldn't actually get much use from me. Oh well. At least there seem to still be some games that sort of emulate that feeling, like one level in Travis Strikes Again, probably many others I don't know about.
    Going on 31 soon, I've been trying to curb my bad spending habits a bit (not just on games but also junk food and movies, anime, whatever else). In part it's been pretty easy with continuously losing interest in either Sony or Microsoft, and Nintendo not needing to make a new console yet. Really it's just a few Nintendo franchises for me again, plus whatever indie games I fancy on PC. Three big names I've really admired for a while have been Goichi Suda, Yoko Taro, and Hidetaka Suehiro, and lately it seems their games aren't as generally exclusive to any one system anymore, which is a good thing for me. But the one big thing I've set for myself is to try and at least finish one game before spending on more. Hasn't always worked, but at least I'm giving a conscious effort to do so. Otherwise I've been trying to focus more on my art so maybe one day I can leave this job, as well as finding out whether this one person overseas is worth it for me to save up to go and meet in person one day before she finds someone who might take things more seriously. Crossing my fingers.
    This is a pretty long comment, so thanks for reading, and thank you for making this video!

  • @rainbii
    @rainbii ปีที่แล้ว

    yes to the FOMO. i struggle to keep myself in check.
    i'm not really a collector, i just buy games to play them BUT... i get heavily discouraged whenever i purchase a game and find that it's not the entire package, and now i have to sift through 900+ different dlc's ( looking at you koei tecmo ). so, i already know that if i decide to start an actual collection, i'd go insane from all of the little stuff.
    i will go and buy little plushes and stuff of my favorite games though!