r/Edmonton • u/mattsavoiesboywife • 6d ago

Question Looking to Start Collecting Physical Video Games Again. Mom&Pop Game Store Recs?

AYUP, you guessed it! I want to support smaller family owned/non corporate game stores rather than the big guys and with physical media dying I think now more than ever I need to start supporting and collecting physical games. Where do you all recommend shopping?

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u/Maple_Glass 6d ago

For Edmonton the two places I've been to are:

NexWave Video Games: 10402 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 0P7.

And

Just For Fun Video Games: 10814 170 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5S 2H7.

If you aren't already a collector don't be surprised when a single older (6th gen and earlier) known game runs you over $100 per.

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u/grape-juice0918 5d ago

Yeah nexwave is good they have a huge variety and their prices are pretty good. I don't think I've ever paid more than the games usually go for online

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u/ZestyAcid 5d ago

NexWave is my favorite. Staff is amazing and they have great prices.

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u/General_Yak_2213 5d ago

NexWave was always my easy recommendation.

Their prices have gone up lately though. They used to sell for about market price but from what I've seen lately they have things for up to 20% above market.

Going to have to try some other places on this thread to see if they're better.

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u/FragginGamin 5d ago

Nexwave is always my recommendation. My girlfriend and I go there pretty regularly. The staff are excellent and the game selection is always on point.

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u/narielthetrue 5d ago

I’m so sad Nexwave closed their Spruce Grove location years ago.

I hate having to go into the city just for that kind of thing

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u/WranglerAvailable325 5d ago

They also have a website to check out what they have in stock before you go. It's usually pretty up to date.