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Can Scratched Video Game Discs Be Fixed? Disc Resurfacing, Disc Rot, Blu-ray Rules, and Used Game Condition

Can Scratched Video Game Discs Be Fixed? Disc Resurfacing, Disc Rot, Blu-ray Rules, and Used Game Condition

Barrie video game storeKevin Wells

Scratched video game discs can sometimes be fixed, but it depends on the format, depth of damage, and whether the problem is a surface scratch or something more serious like disc rot. This guide explains how professional disc resurfacing works, why Blu-ray games are different, how scratches affect trade-in value, and why Power Up Gaming holds used disc games to such a high condition standard.

Retro Game Screwdriver & Battery Guide: Security Bits and Save Battery Chart

Retro Game Screwdriver & Battery Guide: Security Bits and Save Battery Chart

3.8mm gamebitKevin Wells

Need to open a retro game or replace a dead save battery? This guide covers common security bits, cartridge batteries, console clock batteries, and repair tool basics for Nintendo, Sega, PlayStation, Xbox, and more. Power Up Gaming also offers in-store and bulk mail-in battery replacement services for Nintendo and Sega Genesis cartridge games.

How to Clean and Maintain Your Retro Game Cartridges

How to Clean and Maintain Your Retro Game Cartridges

cartridgesKevin Wells
Dirty cartridge contacts are the #1 cause of retro game loading failures. Here's how to safely clean and maintain your cartridges to keep them playing like new.