// FILE_01 — CONDITION RANKS

The Rank System

These relics are decades old. Calling them "mint" would be a lie, so we don't. Instead, every copy is slotted into one of five ranks based on how it actually looks in hand. Pick the rank that fits how you'll use it: on the shelf, in the console, or both.

Every rank is tested and plays. Rank describes the outside, never whether it works.

S — PRESERVED

The best surviving examples. Shelf centerpiece quality.

Label bright, complete, and free of tears, writing, or stickers
Shell clean with no cracks, chips, or noticeable scuffs
No sun fading or discoloration
As close to how it left the factory as decades allow

A — DISPLAYED

Displays beautifully. Light signs of age only up close.

Label intact with only minor edge wear
Light surface scuffs on the shell
No chips, cracks, or label damage
Looks great lined up on a shelf

B — HANDLED

Clearly loved, still presents well.

Visible label wear, small scratches or light fading
Shell scuffs; a small chip only seen on close inspection
No tears through the label artwork
A strong player copy that still looks good

C — PLAYED

Bought to be played. Wear is obvious.

Noticeable label wear, small tears, writing, or residue
Obvious shell scuffs or chips
Fading or discoloration
The most affordable way to play the game on real hardware

D — DAMAGED

Heavy damage, fully functional.

Major label loss or a missing label
Cracked or broken shell
Still tested and working
For players who only care about the game itself