PSA 10
A PSA 10 video game is a virtually perfect example. It will feature both a practically flawless box and seal. There will be no creases or dents. Minimal tolerance for manufacturing quirks are permitted.
Grading Standards
Box Grade Definitions
PSA 9.8
A PSA 9.8 video game is an excellent example where up to two very small flaws are allowed. These flaws are limited in scope to corner pokes, light surface wear, and slightly more substantial manufacturing flaws.
PSA 9.6
A PSA 9.6 video game is the threshold were minor damage can become a factor. Small creases can exist. Multiple whitened corners are possible. Localized surface impressions are feasible.
PSA 9.4 / 9.2
A video game in this range is likely to have multiple small flaws, or one more substantial flaw. Creases or ridges exceeding one inch in length are standard. Corners may be meaningfully impacted.
PSA 9.0
A PSA 9.0 video game will exhibit a likely combination of small to medium flaws. Increasing signs of wear or insensity of other wear is certain.
PSA 8.5 / 8.0
A video game in this range will have an accumulation of flaws and damage, ranging in size and intensity. Tears can be present. Damage sites may extend to multiple sides of the game. For jewel case games, cracks are prevalent in this range.
PSA 7.5 / 7.0
A video game in this range will have an accumulation of flaws and damage, ranging in size and intensity. Long creases and ridges are likely. Medium size tears can be present. Damage sites will likely extend to multiple sides of the game.
PSA 6.5 / 6.0 / 5.5 / 5.0
A video game in this range will have an accumulation of flaws and damage, ranging in size and intensity. Long creases and ridges are likely. Medium size tears can be present. Damage sites will likely extend to multiple sides of the game.
PSA 4.5 / 4.0 / 3.5 / 3.0
A video game in this range will have an accumulation of flaws and damage, ranging in size and intensity. Long creases and ridges are likely. Medium size tears can be present. Damage sites will likely extend to multiple sides of the game.
PSA 2.5 / 2.0 / 1.5 / 1.0
A video game in this range will have an accumulation of flaws and damage, ranging in size and intensity. Box shape is fully compromised. Long creases and ridges are virtually guaranteed. Large tears can be present. Damage sites will likely extend to multiple sides of the game.
PSA 0.5
A PSA 0.5 video game will constitute a near-or-total loss of shape or integrity. Damage of all kinds is expected.
Seal Grade Definitions
A++
A PSA A++ video game seal grade is a perfect or near perfect example. Extremely minimal surface wear is permitted, beyond unavoidable "roller marks." Less than one full-size corner poke is permitted. No non-manufacturer or publisher stickers will be present.
A+
A PSA A+ video game seal grade is an good example with low amounts of surface wear. Multiple corner pokes may be present. Non-original stickers may be present, but must be limited in quantity, size, and material type.
A
A PSA A video game seal grade is an average example with varying flaws. Surface wear may be substantial and visually apparent. Minor tears may be present on certain seal types. Corner pokes may be numerous.
B+
A PSA B+ video game seal grade is a below average example with various intensifying flaws. Surface wear may be very substantial and visually apparent. Small to medium tears may be present. Seal holes may also be present. Corner pokes may be numerous.
B
A PSA B video game seal grade is an well below average example with various intensifying flaws. Surface wear may be very substantial and visually apparent. Medium to large tears may be present. Seal holes may also be present. Corner pokes may be numerous.
C+
A PSA C+ video game seal grade is a poor example with various intensifying flaws. Surface wear may be very substantial and visually apparent. Large to extra large tears may be present. Seal holes may also be present. Corner pokes may be numerous.
C
A PSA C video game seal grade is a lowest example possible while still retaining status as a sealed game. While the seal will still be attached, tremendous wear or damage is to be expected.
NS
A PSA NS video game seal grade represents a unique example of a game which is either no longer fully sealed or no longer sealed at all. This example will be verifiably never previously opened.