Grading Education
4 articles about grading education for video game collectors.
CGC Video Game Grading Scale Explained: What Each Grade Means
Complete guide to the CGC video game grading scale. Learn what each grade from 1.0 to 10.0 means, how grades affect value, and what separates a 9.0 from a 9.4.
CGC Population Reports: How to Use Them Before Submitting
How to use CGC population reports to make smarter grading decisions. Understanding population data, scarcity premiums, and how census numbers affect your game's potential value after grading.
Sealed Game Authentication: How CGC Verifies a Seal
How CGC authenticates sealed video games. The verification process for factory seals, what graders check for reseals, and why authentication matters for collector confidence and value.
We Analyzed 10,000 CGC-Graded Games: What the Data Shows
Analysis of 10,000 CGC-graded video games reveals patterns in grade distribution, value premiums, and which factors most predict high grades. Data-driven insights for collectors.