WATA’s expert video game grading empowers collectors to collect sealed games, CIB games, loose cartridges, and many more video game collectibles with confidence.

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.

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.

Jan 17, 2023 · CIB (Complete In Box) Grading Changes Foreword Creating our new CIB offering is about creating access and allowing collectors of all types create trophies from their memories. And perhaps the grade isn’t what matters, which is why we’re rolling out alongside the new CIB service a Genuine “GEN” Only grading option. But this is also about bringing the focus of …

Apr 4, 2023 · WATA 10s are exceptionally rare on retro platforms as there are far fewer case packs available these days for older platforms; that’s why we award significantly more 10s in more modern platforms.

Sep 6, 2022 · Due to overwhelming demand and countless crossover inquires, the original WATA Crossover article has finally been updated with more data! The original article was written in October 2019 based on 335 data points; this list is now based on …

Wata stands for providing transparency and information parity to help level the playing field in video game collecting by making information available and easy to understand, no matter if you’ve been collecting for years or you’re just getting started.

Oct 17, 2023 · Anytime you see a game in a WATA holder, grab the 9-digit cert verification number located on the bottom left corner of the front label on our new holders. On Legacy Holders (before June 2023), you’ll find the numbers on the back to the left of the “Grade Details” box.

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.

Oct 31, 2022 · WATA Packaging Guide Here are our best practices for packing your video game submissions. We love these games as much as you do, so follow our advice to make sure they get in our graders’ hands in the same condition as you sent them.