Going Broke in a Video Game Store

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  • @acidiczivy7988
    @acidiczivy7988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    The main thing this channel taught me is to stop buying stuff from Amazon. 😆

    • @speedwaynutt
      @speedwaynutt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I oftern wonder who the heck is paying Amazon prices when they seem way over current market value.

    • @anuragmate
      @anuragmate 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      People like me bro i am from India and i don't have any other medium for old games so i have buy this from Amazon

    • @ninjakiller39
      @ninjakiller39 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@anuragmate that’s rough

    • @jakebaca264
      @jakebaca264 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Scalpers sell on Amazon I can't believe people are so dumb I like the the videos but laugh at the prices

    • @mariokart8715
      @mariokart8715 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      eBay too.

  • @Bludgeoned2DEATH2
    @Bludgeoned2DEATH2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +217

    My man doin’ gods work keeping his local video game store in business

    • @ivanvargas2425
      @ivanvargas2425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      And makes double of whatnot. Both parties win

    • @ilhantele
      @ilhantele 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Doing gods work by ripping people off?

    • @XrossfadeV2
      @XrossfadeV2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@ilhantele terrible take. He's selling the items at market value. Try again

    • @ivanvargas2425
      @ivanvargas2425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@XrossfadeV2 not market value but double or triple value on whatnot. But both people are happy so all good

    • @XrossfadeV2
      @XrossfadeV2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@ivanvargas2425 market value is not retail pricing. Market value = what the current price is for the item. Just because an item cost 60 dollars originally and now cost let's say 200 that market value is now 200 while it's original retail price was 60. He isn't making the prices he's finding deals because he's willing to spend thousands at a business so they cut a decent percentage off to sell more and then he sells items at market value thus profit. People saying he's ripping anyone off especially an established game store are just being bitter.

  • @piggybankvillan
    @piggybankvillan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    Man is essentially opening his own video game store at this point

  • @mjdf122
    @mjdf122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is definitely the most money you’ve ever spent happy for you keep your greatness growing

  • @Rossbrian1
    @Rossbrian1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I still don't understand why anyone shops on Amazon... guess they like spending more then items are worth?

    • @natesuni76
      @natesuni76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know right 😂

    • @RabbitJunk1979
      @RabbitJunk1979 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Amazon is where idiots shop

    • @onelowx
      @onelowx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I never understood why amazon shoppers are stupid enough to pay so much more for the same games.

    • @Chaotic_H3LL
      @Chaotic_H3LL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@onelowx Convenience and trust goes a long way.
      How often do you hear about people getting scammed on Ebay, getting Repro copies or whatever. You don't hear or think that when you think Amazon, so people will just go there and buy it
      I only don't understand it because being Aussie. Afaik, our Amazon literally has Xbox one and Ps4 as the oldest stuff you can buy lol

    • @jordanwise5
      @jordanwise5 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Chaotic_H3LL type n64 games on amazon, the first 4 pages are all repros.

  • @tylerpeck9754
    @tylerpeck9754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    That’s insane!! Some wonderful scores!! You helped him out a ton clearing shelves!!

  • @GrimMetropolis
    @GrimMetropolis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would be super cool to do videos profiling local game stores. The backstory of this store must be awesome. SO MANY GAMES!!!

  • @thatsarapyt
    @thatsarapyt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Idea! For your “last” GameCube gambit video, end it off with a similar beginning to this video. Let’s say you have 6-10 high dollar games left on the list. Allot yourself 3-4 hours of bulk purchasing time and as you go tally up how much you think you will profit. Use that profit to buy the final few high dollar games left to end the series off with a bang!

  • @Fudman101
    @Fudman101 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lednsales - EBAY seller - Cool video games, movies, collectibles, and sports gear!! RARE stuff !!
    Ty for supporting small business!

  • @TheFlippingAccountant
    @TheFlippingAccountant 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Looking forward to FlipCon! Should be an awesome inaugural event! Also, congrats on finding a ton of awesome games to pick up! It's pretty awesome that the store owner will work with you on bulk deals. Building those relationships really pays off!

    • @MarcusG2G
      @MarcusG2G 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      heeeeeeeeeeey justin

  • @bakugoukatsuki2680
    @bakugoukatsuki2680 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool Pokémon Stadium copy right there 1:54

  • @qavix6089
    @qavix6089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I always love your videos it’s just satisfying to see someone scans and buys games to sell them to fund his gamecube collection
    Phoenix Resale you rock!

  • @nitebird500
    @nitebird500 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Why would ppl buy from Amazon when it’s cheaper on eBay?

    • @chocolatewheelchair
      @chocolatewheelchair 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The customer support

    • @Piksahut
      @Piksahut 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can literally return anything whenever on amazon, so easy you basically will never be questioned thoroughly or denied a return, but on ebay people will fight the return if they feel like you are scamming them or being an asshole with your buyers remorse.

  • @christianhernandez3054
    @christianhernandez3054 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It's all that money he's been making on whatnot lol crazy ass prices!!

  • @twinlakesresellers821
    @twinlakesresellers821 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    GAMES WILL BE ON WHATNOT

  • @FrankCostanza82
    @FrankCostanza82 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Caleb dropping 9k in one day like a true baller

  • @marshalltaylor21
    @marshalltaylor21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Chris Rock clip killed me🤣

  • @GamingintoEternity
    @GamingintoEternity 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible Caleb! All those hours in there making deals and sifting through games my mind would have exploded.

  • @KahnePriest
    @KahnePriest 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is by far my favorite store that you go to. Every time he has some new goodies

  • @carlosfelix2558
    @carlosfelix2558 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow the two channels that I enjoy watching are hosting a convention. I love to see and hate to be missing it

  • @robs824
    @robs824 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    In this video prices are quoted for a comp on EBay or Amazon, what percentage of these values hold until the game is sold? It would be an interesting series to watch you purchase a deal then keep track of what each game sold for versus the original comp.

  • @Corporalfork
    @Corporalfork 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You and froggy flips are what got me into reselling

  • @comeplague
    @comeplague 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would love to see the process of you when you get home and sell all of these, and what kind of profits you made. Like more of the behind the scenes/business side of things

  • @M.othD00M
    @M.othD00M 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It’s not a mystery, he’s bulking up bc of tax season. Business mindset year round.
    Love the vids and keep ‘em all coming!

  • @k0dyw1thaK
    @k0dyw1thaK 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Solid grabs my man, lookin forward to your next switch trade vid, love them!

  • @TheMattyPlant
    @TheMattyPlant 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Instant Cash vs Selling Fees and effort. Store owner is loving it!

  • @prestonpatterson3963
    @prestonpatterson3963 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Out of curiosity do you ever buy from eBay auctions to resell? Some auctions can go for a few bucks cheaper at times but is that a format you ever look at? Thanks !

  • @EasyRips
    @EasyRips 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hey Phoenix! I was excited about going to flipcon & getting to meet you guys cause I follow both channels but I saw it was $300 & I would have to cover traveling expenses as well. I was just wondering why the price was so high? I know you guys make amazing $ off TH-cam on top of your reselling business & we do not have that luxury so I was honestly a little turned away from seeing that. It honestly sucked cause it made me feel like “wow, we watch these guys & support them & to meet them I need to pay $300?” I don’t want to think like that without hearing back from you so I’m asking. Thanks!

    • @theelastmelon
      @theelastmelon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Because he is only in it for the money. Sad to see when your fans are what makes you

    • @travdaddy777
      @travdaddy777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣 I would pay $300 not to meet this nerdy scalper. Save your money bud, this guy doesn't give a fuck about you.

    • @keithkelso9872
      @keithkelso9872 ปีที่แล้ว

      A ticket to something called flip on costs 300? People are so brainwashed

  • @expensivecardboard
    @expensivecardboard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Caleb is a different kind of beast.

  • @topchief1
    @topchief1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    At least we now know where gamestops retro games section supply came from.

  • @TheKnicks2012
    @TheKnicks2012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crazy video! Local stores got the goods

  • @SweetKingTanner
    @SweetKingTanner 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know this is a weird thing to say but you’re one of my hero’s. I don’t know of many hero’s of mine but you’re one of em.

  • @BIGBLUEk10
    @BIGBLUEk10 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome video Phoenix, Really wish I had a game store like this in my area!

  • @nickmccallum5077
    @nickmccallum5077 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those bulk cart games authentic? My local game store sells tons of repro games and other people try to sell them to pawnshops as authentics.

  • @mikevegas87
    @mikevegas87 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dang, great stuff! I just hope here in Finland the game culture would be big as there.

  • @theuneek1
    @theuneek1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been watching you since the start of this year and I can confirm you love buying handhelds

  • @wesselmichielsen7485
    @wesselmichielsen7485 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have nothing with gaming and never had but this channel has me on the tip of my chair! I have no idea why hahah

  • @starman9458
    @starman9458 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I spent 400 dollars back in January on 30 Nintendo Power magazines and official player's guides. I currently have 221 out of 285 magazines.

  • @mojo0
    @mojo0 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can’t get enough of your videos!

  • @XavierMorrisYT
    @XavierMorrisYT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What’s your average amount of packages you sent out a day?

  • @88ongbak
    @88ongbak 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those stacks are IMPRESSIVE!!

  • @ZeroGravity23
    @ZeroGravity23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Why would anybody pay 400 bucks for a Ps4 in 2022? That's just messed up

    • @adamgreen3722
      @adamgreen3722 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't get it. I sold and have bought used ps4 over thep years for 150 and thats canadian money.

    • @chocolatewheelchair
      @chocolatewheelchair 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It’s a scam

    • @Als_Attic989
      @Als_Attic989 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      People don’t know they are getting ripped off.

    • @chocolatewheelchair
      @chocolatewheelchair 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Als_Attic989 I agree with you. That’s become a new thing, now more than ever with like “some poor idiots” out there spending +25% for a new car or over paying over asking on a new house, or like paying 5x retail for sneakers. I think it’s so dumb and kinda dangerous even

  • @step9624
    @step9624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can someone explain to me why people are paying $400 for a used ps4? That seems crazy to me, why wouldn’t you just spend a bit more and get a ps5?

  • @iceman12390
    @iceman12390 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I wonder what happens when no one can afford to buy these games and everyone is just stuck with the inventory. 😳

    • @mariokart8715
      @mariokart8715 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They lower the prices.

  • @Sjablue1990
    @Sjablue1990 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man I was all into this and the I saw Legend of Dragoon for Ps1 and then I fell in love again.

  • @chrisl69
    @chrisl69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Why don’t these small shops just send / sell their inventory on amazon themselves? Kinda crazy these guys embrace resellers in a sense by doing these bulk deals

    • @puppy14
      @puppy14 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It’s more of a hassle than you think, plus they are probably making about as much as Caleb will, and all they have to do is sell them straight up.

  • @streetz1803
    @streetz1803 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video that store needs a website.

  • @rowansnell8961
    @rowansnell8961 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I know Ryan didn’t want to be on camera but was he in one of the shots when phoenix was talking about the ps2 stack was that Ryan in the background

  • @loolded4797
    @loolded4797 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Froggy flips is my boi super cool!

  • @KevinCarlino
    @KevinCarlino 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I lived nearly my entire life thinking DKC2 was Diddy Kong's Quest... not Diddy's Kong Quest.

  • @joshuaquinn8038
    @joshuaquinn8038 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the video as always. ❤️🙂

  • @zechariahmergel7909
    @zechariahmergel7909 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Froggy flips is gonna be there too that's awesome

  • @DealingWithDalton
    @DealingWithDalton 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Flip Con 2022!!

  • @zachfutv9986
    @zachfutv9986 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I literally found 3 copies of mario party 6 from ebay for around $50 after I heard you say $75 each for 3 of them.

  • @JayJay-kb4dq
    @JayJay-kb4dq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Realistically how long will it take you to flip 20 handhelds?

  • @khalijee79
    @khalijee79 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been doing my own collecting before I found your channel. I'm collecting all the Zelda games. I'm actually looking for a Twilight Princess GC complete and Four Swords Adventures GC complete. I was hoping you may have one or both available?

  • @lyfeoftaygaming
    @lyfeoftaygaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The man said a loose copy of Pokémon stadium when it was pokemon colosseum 😂

  • @Lumaci
    @Lumaci 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Just wanted to thank you so much for making these videos, found your channel a month ago or so and from there fell in love in the videos.
    Been trying out reselling myself ever since, and man your videos are helpful as some can be, been making 100USD a day right now and growing everyday that passes.
    Keep up the good work (Y)

  • @Chaco_The_Chocolate_Lab
    @Chaco_The_Chocolate_Lab 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is this place The Game Hub in Clarksville, TN? I'd love to visit this store. Also, where is that Game Exhange place that are always in the GameCube Gambit videos? I'd really love like a list of the stores and pawn shops he visits and plan a trip to tour them and buy some vintage stuff. I'm in Northeast Tennessee and we only have a few video game shops that aren't Gamestops, and while they're pretty good shops for the most part, they don't have anything like these places he visits.

  • @biblebeltpickers
    @biblebeltpickers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What did I learn from today's video? Caleb has DEEEEP pockets! Hahaha!
    - Caleb (a.k.a The Bible Belt Picker)

  • @supdude2177
    @supdude2177 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been supporting for a while

  • @mattmarrillia4907
    @mattmarrillia4907 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I need to find this store, I could spend eternity in it

  • @timdh1624
    @timdh1624 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shows Pokémon Colosseum. "And a loose copy of Pokémon Stadium."

  • @yesi7807
    @yesi7807 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He misses the gambit so he bought a ton of GameCube games what a guy

  • @kalebfor3ds
    @kalebfor3ds 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone know the song at 10:29??

  • @stevie4406
    @stevie4406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    wow i would really like to go here but not anymore because a loser is reselling their stock for more online

  • @ShreddedAries
    @ShreddedAries 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    6:11 peep the ps5🤣😌😂

  • @joeestrada1340
    @joeestrada1340 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The stock at that store was insane!

  • @michaelholmes4374
    @michaelholmes4374 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wen you started it would be interesting to hear how mutch Money you had to spend on game's

  • @prettyboiiccey
    @prettyboiiccey 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    caleb are you gonna make merch?

  • @jkuzzi3924
    @jkuzzi3924 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    pokemon stadium on the gc is so fire

  • @Rickyfyied
    @Rickyfyied 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm conflicted on this. Part of me is thrilled on the money making aspect but the other half is saying this is causing the retro market to soar adn making it hard to find deals on retro games for people wanting to get back into their old systems.

  • @imfamiliar.
    @imfamiliar. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He spent somebody's life savings on video games to sell 😂

  • @michaelbuesing2607
    @michaelbuesing2607 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a question. Can I buy one of those PS4 slim 1tbs for my son? I would pay 300. He has been asking for one for his bedroom. Please let me know.

  • @GrimMetropolis
    @GrimMetropolis 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where is game hub located?! That might be the holy grail of game stores!!!
    Edit: clarksville Tennessee

  • @thriftedflip
    @thriftedflip 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Supporting my fellow TH-camr / Reseller as you know I do - With Like & Comment

  • @ultimatemariofan101YT
    @ultimatemariofan101YT 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That purchase making Phoenix resale the next Mr beast

    • @retrosniping45
      @retrosniping45 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For paying retail for video games at a store?

  • @karsonh7929
    @karsonh7929 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow how does this store have this many copies of one title! And all in such good condition

  • @paulycasale1350
    @paulycasale1350 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why do I feel like calebs low key nice at basketball

  • @mjdf122
    @mjdf122 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pickup overload I like when you head to this game spot

  • @StiJval
    @StiJval 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My mans spent almost what I make in a month in a day lmao awesome!

  • @clomew4484
    @clomew4484 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey I've been wondering for a while what ur amazon shop name is, I would love to check out what you sell on there

  • @josephmarkjones4755
    @josephmarkjones4755 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What’s that stores name? Want those consoles

    • @davidburns7506
      @davidburns7506 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He probably won't tell us so he can keep the profit for himself

  • @abeezysportsxentertainment
    @abeezysportsxentertainment 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pick up street fighter x takken when you find a copy for cheap. On Amazon $30 to $80 bucks.

  • @slorocco3
    @slorocco3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, that Flip Con website looks amazing haha

  • @margaretmacdonald6527
    @margaretmacdonald6527 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you have time to ship orders out you sell?

    • @skatblast
      @skatblast 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      he ships them all to a amazon warehouse and the employees just pick and ship it like anything else there

  • @cloudedjourney
    @cloudedjourney 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nicely done! Do you actually test all these? I would assume all the consoles are already pre tested by the store. That would be part of the value!

    • @6door6four96
      @6door6four96 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think he said before the game adjust get sent out and you just factor in that some are sure to be returned but it's not worth the labour to test all those games even just making sure they read is hours and hours might aswell take a loss he checked pretty much each case I believe and I'm sure if a game has any serious issues it gets tested but all are resurfaced

  • @rtang8
    @rtang8 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where is this store located?

  • @quangpham8728
    @quangpham8728 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you take a loss when trading bulk to game stores ? If you do why not just list them, is it because the amount of time it would take? Just asking because I just got back into reselling consoles. Big Fan of your Chanel!

    • @osrsnoob9416
      @osrsnoob9416 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      he usually trades in 5$ games which after fees and shipping would be a loss as well, so he trades it all for a couple bigger titles and "profits" that way

  • @hirakatashii
    @hirakatashii 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cant wait till you hit a $10k purchase price on one of these game store buy videos 😂

  • @justinbsi0
    @justinbsi0 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just barely missed the opertunity to say that you payed OVER 9000

  • @nikkivanzanen
    @nikkivanzanen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You said he didn't want to be filmed, but he's full in frame around minute 8:30

  • @heejinscloud
    @heejinscloud 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    what game store was this?

  • @andisbirznieks627
    @andisbirznieks627 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm from latvia. I have ps1 games and other stuff. How can I send them to you? Is that possible at all?

  • @zarawte
    @zarawte 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been wanting to try this I got Amazon seller set up but I need to get approved to sell video games it says I need to make a wholesale order to get an invoice ? I’m honestly confused and would appreciate any help

  • @nnn6054
    @nnn6054 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s the name of the store? I’m pretty close to where he lives and would love to check it out

  • @rockyrocksrockz
    @rockyrocksrockz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Come to Los Ángeles!

  • @lucasklingberg9551
    @lucasklingberg9551 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    where is this place, heaven? that's a bigger inventory than I've ever seen in person

  • @PatTattsPowerChannel
    @PatTattsPowerChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great purchase ✊😎🔥

  • @jaceykai162
    @jaceykai162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Oh yes I can’t wait to buy crash bandicoot for $30 on your eBay store instead of driving to disc replay and picking it up for $10

    • @chocolatewheelchair
      @chocolatewheelchair 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha right

    • @mikerodriguez2103
      @mikerodriguez2103 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Or when people pay LITERALLY triple the price of a game on whatnot. Lol. "Oh its at $85...thats a good deal"
      Me: Umm...thats literally 20 bucks on ebay complete. Lol

    • @chocolatewheelchair
      @chocolatewheelchair 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mikerodriguez2103 from my perspective if you pay retail or a penny more for something used you’re getting ripped off. Yeah it’s like sure something’s go up in value but it’s actually a physics operation called “manufactured scarcity”