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Reviews written for collectors, not just players. Each vault review reads a game's collectibility, its tier and its value — so you know what a title means for your shelf, not only how it plays.

What a vault review covers

More than a score out of ten

A vault review looks at a title the way a collector would: how desirable it is, how scarce, how it sits in its tier, and what it is worth new, used and by CEV.

Vault score and tier

Where the title sits as a collector's piece, in plain language.

Value and CEV

Its current new, used and CEV value, so the review reflects real worth.

Collectibility

Demand, scarcity and market signals that shape how the title holds up.

Across every region

Region matters for collectibility

The same game can be a different proposition depending on its region, so reviews and values are handled per region across UK/PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J.

UK/PALNTSC-U North AmericaNTSC-J Japan & Asia
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Questions

Reviews FAQ

What is a vault review?
A collector-focused review of a game that covers its vault score, tier, collectibility and value, rather than only its gameplay.
How are games scored?
Each title gets a vault score that reflects its standing as a collector's piece. The score is explained in plain language; the underlying formula is proprietary.
Do reviews include the game's value?
Yes — each review reflects the title's current new, used and CEV value.
What is the vault score?
A measure of a game's collector standing, summarised as a tier. It reflects collector identity rather than financial return.
Is it free to use?
A free account gives you a capped number of checks; Pro unlocks full access. Early members lock in a lower price while the platform is still in development.

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