WATA’s expert video game grading empowers collectors to collect sealed games, CIB games, loose cartridges, and many more video game collectibles with confidence. Whether your favorite system is from Nintendo, Atari, or Sega, WATA makes video game collecting rewarding for retro game collectors of all types.

Apr 4, 2023 · Everyone strives for that perfect WATA 10. It’s the most prestigious grade we offer, representing a video game that is virtually flawless in both its box and seal. Our official 10 rating conveys that both during the manufacturing process and over time, this game has been cared for in near-perfect condition.

Mar 12, 2024 · That’s why WATA hosted an AMA, so you could ask Claire Shelton, Head of WATA, and Dan Gomez, Head of Authentication for PSA Pop Culture all of your burning questions. Without further ado, let’s give you some answers: What is the coolest item you’ve seen submitted to WATA?

Apr 4, 2023 · The new WATA holder is finally arriving! Before we officially usher in the next generation of video game grading, we have answers to your most frequently asked questions. If you have questions that you don’t see answered here, …

Jan 30, 2023 · In one of our recent blog posts, we walked through the process for submitting a game to WATA and talked about the importance of knowing how much your game is worth (what we call the “declared value” of your game). But what if you’re new to the world of game collecting?

Dec 20, 2019 · Wata Games is changing the way video games are certified. Wata does not just certify sealed games, but also cartridges and CIBs.

Jan 8, 2019 · Wata Games has compiled the most definitive guide out there for you to reference so that you can track and properly identify the different Black Box variants. Included as a guide is a visual timeline of all the different variants for Super Mario Bros.

Apr 29, 2024 · And now, thanks to a shared effort between WATA and the PSA/DNA team, collectors can add our industry-leading autograph authentication services to signed WATA submissions within a singular order for a small additional charge of $29.99.

Jan 17, 2023 · The “Not for Resale” NFR boxes and discs are typically clearly marked, such as with the green banner shown on the rightmost box and disc. Publisher – Sometimes games were produced by one publisher and then re-printed later under a different publisher. Game Boy is especially known for having two releases of the same title under different publishers (for …

Aug 16, 2024 · WATA Games recognizes this collection as a pedigree due to the meticulous circumstances by which it was curated and maintained.