SingStar Take That anyone? The strange joy of charity shop video games
Summary
This article explores what kinds of old video games are commonly found in charity shops across the UK. It shares findings from visiting about 40 shops, noting popular types of games and common issues like missing accessories needed to play the games.Key Facts
- Many charity shops have old annual sports games like Fifa, Pro Evolution Soccer, and Madden, usually sold cheaply around 50p.
- Some older, well-regarded versions of sports games from 2010-2015 are considered fun and good value.
- Brain-training and quiz games from the mid-2000s, such as Dr Kawashima’s Brain Training, are common and still playable.
- Music and fitness games like SingStar and Wii Fit often come without the necessary controllers, which can limit their use.
- PlayStation 2 SingStar games can be made playable by purchasing microphones and adaptors on resale sites.
- Kids’ games for family consoles like Wii and DS are abundant, themed around pets, jobs, and popular TV characters.
- Some games are incomplete or missing instruction booklets, which can be a downside for buyers.
- Charity shops are selling collectible video games online (e.g., eBay) to raise more money, reducing bargains in stores.
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