My Top 10 Video Game Console Purchases of the Year

TLDRIn this video, I review my top 10 video game console purchases of the year. From retro games to refurbished consoles, I share my experiences with each purchase and highlight the best moments.

Key insights

1️⃣I bought a refurbished Xbox 360 from Retro V Games, but received a sketchy package labeled as a biological substance.

2️⃣The Xbox 360 from Retro V Games was not properly refurbished and had several issues.

3️⃣I received an Xbox 360 Slim instead of the original version, which was unexpected but still an upgrade.

4️⃣The knockoff hard drive that came with the Xbox 360 Slim does not show the correct size.

5️⃣Despite the issues, the Xbox 360 Slim works fine and I was able to play both Xbox 360 and original Xbox games.

Q&A

Did you contact Retro V Games about the sketchy package?

Yes, I reached out to Retro V Games and expressed my concerns about the packaging.

Is the knockoff hard drive compatible with Xbox 360 games?

Yes, the knockoff hard drive works fine for both Xbox 360 and original Xbox games.

Did you get a refund or replacement for the wrong console?

No, I decided to keep the Xbox 360 Slim as it was still an upgrade from the original version.

How much did you pay for the Xbox 360 Slim?

I paid $140 for the Xbox 360 Slim, which included the console, controller, and power supply.

Would you recommend Retro V Games for purchasing consoles?

Based on my experience, I would not recommend Retro V Games due to the issues with the refurbished console and the sketchy packaging.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction and overview of the top 10 video game console purchases of the year.

00:40Review of the purchase of a refurbished Xbox 360 from Retro V Games, including the sketchy packaging and the potential issues with the console.

05:26Discussion about receiving an unexpected Xbox 360 Slim instead of the original version and the advantages of the upgrade.

07:03Explanation of the knockoff hard drive that came with the Xbox 360 Slim and its compatibility with Xbox 360 games.

08:59Conclusion and final thoughts on the Xbox 360 Slim purchase, including interactions with Retro V Games and recommendations for future purchases.