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SingStar Take That anyone? The strange joy of charity shop video games
Hidden gems can be unearthed, but you have to dig deep into the bargain bins of countless outdated Fifas, Wii Fits without the controllers and partially finished quizshow games
TL;DR
- Charity shops are common places to find older video games, but highly collectible items are increasingly sold online.
- Ubiquitous finds include annual sports games (Fifa, Pro Evo, Madden), brain-training games (Dr Kawashima's), and music/fitness games (SingStar, Wii Fit) often lacking necessary peripherals.
- Children's games, especially for Wii and DS, are abundant due to low replay value.
- Blockbuster titles from previous console generations (Call of Duty, Assassin's Creed, GTA V) are common but may still offer value in their campaign modes.
- PC games with CD-ROMs are still present, but compatibility issues and digital storefronts limit their current appeal.
- Rare 'odd gems' can still be found, particularly in smaller or pop-up charity shops, such as light gun games or specific RPGs.