Showing posts with label Gaming. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gaming. Show all posts
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Suikoden and Harvest Moon Episodes Uploaded!
Instead of doing two posts, I will embed the newest episodes of Suikoden and Harvest Moon on one page! Enjoy!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
New Let's Play: Suikoden!
I got my sound issues worked out and finally uploaded my first episode for Suikoden! I'm still doing Harvest Moon but I wanted to branch out because HM is very quick and easy to record. I also won some bids from Ebay, so plan on some pictures soon!
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Updates!
Hello! Sorry I haven't updated much recently. Been busy with the holiday and working on some things.
In good news, I've made some sales recently! It has been slow since I just started about one month ago, but it feels good to have some level of success.
I am on episode 18 in my Let's Play of Harvest Moon. I recorded the first episode for Suikoden but the sound was way too low so I'll have to re-record.
In good news, I've made some sales recently! It has been slow since I just started about one month ago, but it feels good to have some level of success.
I am on episode 18 in my Let's Play of Harvest Moon. I recorded the first episode for Suikoden but the sound was way too low so I'll have to re-record.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Finally Expanded House in Harvest Moon!
I finally expanded my house in Harvest Moon! I also upgraded my first piece of equipment which will make life 10x easier. Enjoy!
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Episode 12 of Harvest Moon!
Good morning folks. Bringing you my next episode of Harvest Moon! I think I have come to a decision, I want to do video reviews instead of text reviews going forward. I think it will be easier for me to do. Thanks for viewing!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Harvest Moon!
Good morning! I've been a little busy this weekend and couldn't get the update that I wanted. I'll try my best to get another Spotlight up. Here's the episode 11 of Let's Play Harvest Moon!
Friday, November 18, 2011
Harvest Moon Episode 7!
Here's the new episode for Let's Play Harvest Moon! It's Friday and I'm ready for the weekend!
Thursday, November 17, 2011
New Episode of Harvest Moon and New Spotlight Planned
Good morning! Almost forgot to make a post letting you know that the new episode of Let's Play Harvest Moon is out! I also plan on writing up another Spotlight this weekend. Can't wait to get it out!
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
New Let's Play Episode!
Good morning, or afternoon or evening depending on when you read this! The next episode of Let's Play Harvest Moon is up. I was able to correct my rain problems by messing with some settings. Hopefully we won't run into any more problems. Thanks for viewing!
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Let's Play Harvest Moon Episode 4!
Greetings! I uploaded episode 4 of my LP for Harvest Moon. I want to thank you for viewing and supporting me!
Monday, November 14, 2011
Deadbeat Videogaming
Greetings! I wanted to let you know that I will be writing on the site deadbeatvideogaming.com! You will see my Spotlight series as I continue that and anything else that I can, depending on time.
I want to thank everyone for looking at my blog and hope you'll stick around here for more content I can produce for you!
I want to thank everyone for looking at my blog and hope you'll stick around here for more content I can produce for you!
Let's Play Harvest Moon Episode 3
My new episode of Let's Play Harvest Moon is up! Deadly invisible rain attacks and can I acquire enough wood to expand my house? Dun dun dun!
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Let's Play Harvest Moon!
I uploaded my first Let's Play episode! I hope you'll check it out and leave any feedback for me! Thanks!
Friday, November 4, 2011
Let's Plays or Video Reviews
So I've been thinking of ideas for more gaming related content on my site. I've been running two ideas so far, a let's play or a video review.
If you're unfamiliar with a let's play, basically, it's a series of videos a person playing a video game while giving commentary. Go to YouTube and type in "let's play" in the search and you'll get an idea what it will be like.
Reviews are also something I've considered for games that I have in stock for sale. I've thought though, if I'm going to do a review and need footage, why don't I just let's play the game?
I could probably do a video review much quicker and easier than a let's play. A let's play requires constant updating which I might not have the time for. I could generate a lot of videos on the weekend and then upload a video each day during the week but my time is somewhat limited during the weekend for that.
If you have a suggestion, email me overstockretro@gmail.com or leave a comment. You can also check out my twitter and send me a suggestion there. Thanks!
If you're unfamiliar with a let's play, basically, it's a series of videos a person playing a video game while giving commentary. Go to YouTube and type in "let's play" in the search and you'll get an idea what it will be like.
Reviews are also something I've considered for games that I have in stock for sale. I've thought though, if I'm going to do a review and need footage, why don't I just let's play the game?
I could probably do a video review much quicker and easier than a let's play. A let's play requires constant updating which I might not have the time for. I could generate a lot of videos on the weekend and then upload a video each day during the week but my time is somewhat limited during the weekend for that.
If you have a suggestion, email me overstockretro@gmail.com or leave a comment. You can also check out my twitter and send me a suggestion there. Thanks!
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Big Daddy Sewing
I'll have some pictures up today after work from the games that came from Ebay. I'll try and get them on Ecrater as well!
Monday, October 24, 2011
Selling Retro Video Games, Is It Viable?
One thing I have heard from others I know, and online, is the question of, can retro video games be sold online for a profit? This is certainly an honest question. To even begin, if I did not feel it was viable I would not be doing this. I am going to try and point out why I feel this market has potential.
With the Internet, a person can download a ROM and play many of their favorite classics on their computer now. It's even possible to play many on an Android phone too. Nintendo, Sony and Microsoft all offer many older games for sale on their own online market. Why would someone want to buy these physical copies then? First, online distribution, while popular, has not overtaken the physical realm yet. Ask a person who wants a video game and I would place a bet that they would prefer a physical copy over a digital copy of a retro game. What are some reasons why someone would want a physical copy?
The average age of a gamer is getting older. Some recent surveys, which I can't find right now, shows that the average age of a gamer is in their 30's. What do people have when they are in their 30's? Kids. Many parents love to share with their kids. For your kids birthday, would you rather give them a digital copy of Chrono Trigger, or the physical copy that you were able to find to buy? Everyone loves opening a present or even a box to find their treasure inside. Sure, many people will just download a digital copy of a game but many love the feeling of opening something or giving gifts.
Nostalgia can sometimes be described as rose colored glasses. Many people look back on their earlier years and remember the great times they had with their old games. Being able to have a real copy of a game is a great way to relive those moments.
Many people are collectors. To be a collector is to find original copies of games in as great as condition as possible. Would a collector take a digital copy and say they are expanding their collection? I very highly doubt. Many of these people look for bargains. It can be tough selling to these people, but not all the time.
Probably the biggest issue to overcome is exposure. Go to Ebay, Ecrater or type in Google for video game stores and see all the lists. How does one overcome this mass amount of people? My answer, persistence and quality. Be persistent and not give up and you will start to rise above others. Have quality products and this will bring referrals to you. Use twitter and other social tools to help bring in people and provide a way for people to interact with you. Have a blog, like this one! It will be slow at first but it will help. Find forums for people with relevant interests and, if possible, relay your store or blog or twitter. Do not spam people on forums as that is considered very rude.
These are all reasons that selling online can work. There are many hurdles, and I only touched on one. If you really wish to be successful, you must be willing to accept it will be very difficult at first.
With the Internet, a person can download a ROM and play many of their favorite classics on their computer now. It's even possible to play many on an Android phone too. Nintendo, Sony and Microsoft all offer many older games for sale on their own online market. Why would someone want to buy these physical copies then? First, online distribution, while popular, has not overtaken the physical realm yet. Ask a person who wants a video game and I would place a bet that they would prefer a physical copy over a digital copy of a retro game. What are some reasons why someone would want a physical copy?
The average age of a gamer is getting older. Some recent surveys, which I can't find right now, shows that the average age of a gamer is in their 30's. What do people have when they are in their 30's? Kids. Many parents love to share with their kids. For your kids birthday, would you rather give them a digital copy of Chrono Trigger, or the physical copy that you were able to find to buy? Everyone loves opening a present or even a box to find their treasure inside. Sure, many people will just download a digital copy of a game but many love the feeling of opening something or giving gifts.
Nostalgia can sometimes be described as rose colored glasses. Many people look back on their earlier years and remember the great times they had with their old games. Being able to have a real copy of a game is a great way to relive those moments.
Many people are collectors. To be a collector is to find original copies of games in as great as condition as possible. Would a collector take a digital copy and say they are expanding their collection? I very highly doubt. Many of these people look for bargains. It can be tough selling to these people, but not all the time.
Probably the biggest issue to overcome is exposure. Go to Ebay, Ecrater or type in Google for video game stores and see all the lists. How does one overcome this mass amount of people? My answer, persistence and quality. Be persistent and not give up and you will start to rise above others. Have quality products and this will bring referrals to you. Use twitter and other social tools to help bring in people and provide a way for people to interact with you. Have a blog, like this one! It will be slow at first but it will help. Find forums for people with relevant interests and, if possible, relay your store or blog or twitter. Do not spam people on forums as that is considered very rude.
These are all reasons that selling online can work. There are many hurdles, and I only touched on one. If you really wish to be successful, you must be willing to accept it will be very difficult at first.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Garage Sale Story
Today was my first day out shopping at local garage sales and Thrift Stores for merchandise to sell online. Overall the day went okay. It is getting colder outside so the amount of garage sales are limited but I felt I did okay overall for my first day. Let's recap how the day went.
7:30AM: wake up, look at the alarm clock and wonder why I am up this early again. Look over to my girlfriend and tell her it's time to get up. She makes her usual grunt at me that indicates "If you wake me up I will murder you where you stand and hide your body in the lake." Make breakfast and get ready to leave by 8:30.
I hit the first sale at 9 at a nearby church with a rummage sale. We walk in and the smell that you get when you walk into an old church fills my senses. Look around and there are about 4 tables set-up with mainly clothes and miscellaneous items. Because I don't want to feel like a jerk, I look around with my girlfriend. I see they have some huge alien head-ware that you see in beauty salons. Nothing at our side, we leave.
We start out towards our next destination on the other side of town. We stop at a Volunteers of America thrift store. This is not a small thrift store but a very, very large one. We're talking Wal-Mart size big now. I get out of the car and the cold air is bringing in the smell of the local fast food joints. I never stop enjoying that smell. Inside, I make a quick run towards the area with CDs and electronics. One tip in any thrift store, look for the CDs if you want to score video game related items; most thrift stores just put these with music CDs and have no clue. I look through the stack and quickly spot two items.
Not the greatest finds but it is a start. I have to remind myself that I can't just stock the rarest, greatest items. I can't let MY tastes decide what I buy. I have to learn based on making mistakes what will sell and what won't.
We leave and heads towards another rummage sale at a local church. We parked in the front and walk up to the front door and we see a sign that says, "Please use back door for sale." Damn. We walk around, the cold air letting up a little bit and go inside. Everything 50% off! Great! Hopefully they have a gem hiding. We pick up a couple things we could use around our apartment, extension cord, light, but I don't notice anything related to video games. Strike 2 for rummage sales.
We head to a local goodwill next and strike out there. These larger thrift stores are either hit-or-miss. When I've shopped at these in the past you can find great stuff, or nothing. Today, it's nothing.
We head to another larger thrift store and find, in my opinion, the greatest board game I have ever seen in my life! Conglomerate is a board game that my accounting heart will love. I'll be playing it tonight with the girlfriend. She will feel my wrath!
After getting groceries we head to a place for lunch because we have a gift card. We plan to eat there and hit a tiny locally owned thrift store. Am I glad we got there soon after they opened...
Now that is what I like to see! We found a boxed Sega Genesis, a non boxed Sega Genesis with controllers and a near mint copy of Shenmue! Now that I like to see! I love this little thrift store. We have obtained a few other things there at real great prices. I do feel this place will be my little gem where I find great deals.
I decided that we should try and look at a local pawn shop. These places can be seedy but can have great finds as well. I remember seeing a local pawn shop online that had pictures of a lot of video games they had but could not remember where they were. After driving around looking downtown, we decide to stop at another pawn shop that I believe is not the correct one (I was right). We get there 10 minutes before they open and the guy opens the door and lets us in anyway. Well that's cool, I can't say that wasn't nice. We look around and see, gun, gun, gun, tv, tv, jewelry and more jewelry. I spot, near the back, a little stack of new and older video games. Swish! I ask to look at the older games because I can't see the titles. After looking at them I grab two games.
It's always great finding these older games out in the market. We get home a little later and I start testing everything out and everything seems to be in working order. Always good to know everything is working. We get all the pictures taken and I get everything added to my Overstock Retro Ecrater store after a little work and I feel good.
Did I find a lot today? Not a lot. What did I find out? I found out today that I will need to expand where I search to find games. I will need to use other sources to keep stock flowing in to add to my store. I have a paltry amount right now and I will need to grow. This is a good first step though.
7:30AM: wake up, look at the alarm clock and wonder why I am up this early again. Look over to my girlfriend and tell her it's time to get up. She makes her usual grunt at me that indicates "If you wake me up I will murder you where you stand and hide your body in the lake." Make breakfast and get ready to leave by 8:30.
I hit the first sale at 9 at a nearby church with a rummage sale. We walk in and the smell that you get when you walk into an old church fills my senses. Look around and there are about 4 tables set-up with mainly clothes and miscellaneous items. Because I don't want to feel like a jerk, I look around with my girlfriend. I see they have some huge alien head-ware that you see in beauty salons. Nothing at our side, we leave.
We start out towards our next destination on the other side of town. We stop at a Volunteers of America thrift store. This is not a small thrift store but a very, very large one. We're talking Wal-Mart size big now. I get out of the car and the cold air is bringing in the smell of the local fast food joints. I never stop enjoying that smell. Inside, I make a quick run towards the area with CDs and electronics. One tip in any thrift store, look for the CDs if you want to score video game related items; most thrift stores just put these with music CDs and have no clue. I look through the stack and quickly spot two items.
Not the greatest finds but it is a start. I have to remind myself that I can't just stock the rarest, greatest items. I can't let MY tastes decide what I buy. I have to learn based on making mistakes what will sell and what won't.
We leave and heads towards another rummage sale at a local church. We parked in the front and walk up to the front door and we see a sign that says, "Please use back door for sale." Damn. We walk around, the cold air letting up a little bit and go inside. Everything 50% off! Great! Hopefully they have a gem hiding. We pick up a couple things we could use around our apartment, extension cord, light, but I don't notice anything related to video games. Strike 2 for rummage sales.
We head to a local goodwill next and strike out there. These larger thrift stores are either hit-or-miss. When I've shopped at these in the past you can find great stuff, or nothing. Today, it's nothing.
We head to another larger thrift store and find, in my opinion, the greatest board game I have ever seen in my life! Conglomerate is a board game that my accounting heart will love. I'll be playing it tonight with the girlfriend. She will feel my wrath!
After getting groceries we head to a place for lunch because we have a gift card. We plan to eat there and hit a tiny locally owned thrift store. Am I glad we got there soon after they opened...
Now that is what I like to see! We found a boxed Sega Genesis, a non boxed Sega Genesis with controllers and a near mint copy of Shenmue! Now that I like to see! I love this little thrift store. We have obtained a few other things there at real great prices. I do feel this place will be my little gem where I find great deals.
I decided that we should try and look at a local pawn shop. These places can be seedy but can have great finds as well. I remember seeing a local pawn shop online that had pictures of a lot of video games they had but could not remember where they were. After driving around looking downtown, we decide to stop at another pawn shop that I believe is not the correct one (I was right). We get there 10 minutes before they open and the guy opens the door and lets us in anyway. Well that's cool, I can't say that wasn't nice. We look around and see, gun, gun, gun, tv, tv, jewelry and more jewelry. I spot, near the back, a little stack of new and older video games. Swish! I ask to look at the older games because I can't see the titles. After looking at them I grab two games.
It's always great finding these older games out in the market. We get home a little later and I start testing everything out and everything seems to be in working order. Always good to know everything is working. We get all the pictures taken and I get everything added to my Overstock Retro Ecrater store after a little work and I feel good.
Did I find a lot today? Not a lot. What did I find out? I found out today that I will need to expand where I search to find games. I will need to use other sources to keep stock flowing in to add to my store. I have a paltry amount right now and I will need to grow. This is a good first step though.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Welcome! What is this?!
First, I want to thank you for visiting my blog! So what is this blog and why should you read it? Well in all honesty, I don't think even I know what this blog is!
I guess I should introduce myself. I'm 26, I work for a company doing their office and accounting work. I know, very exciting. I've always had a dream to work for myself. Where I can wake up and have my own schedule! Sure, having your own schedule as a business owner is generally not too realistic, but having my work be for my business is something I need. This blog is one step towards that dream. How?
This blog will, hopefully, detail my journey from just starting out with my business to being my own boss. My business will, as of now, revolve around my Ecrater store Overstock Retro.
As time goes on, I would love to include reviews for older games for people to get nostalgic.
That's the plan (some plan huh?). It will take work (damn!). Shortly I'll plan on adding a blog detailing my plan for acquiring inventory to sell. Enjoy the site!
I guess I should introduce myself. I'm 26, I work for a company doing their office and accounting work. I know, very exciting. I've always had a dream to work for myself. Where I can wake up and have my own schedule! Sure, having your own schedule as a business owner is generally not too realistic, but having my work be for my business is something I need. This blog is one step towards that dream. How?
This blog will, hopefully, detail my journey from just starting out with my business to being my own boss. My business will, as of now, revolve around my Ecrater store Overstock Retro.
As time goes on, I would love to include reviews for older games for people to get nostalgic.
That's the plan (some plan huh?). It will take work (damn!). Shortly I'll plan on adding a blog detailing my plan for acquiring inventory to sell. Enjoy the site!
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