Before your first trade, please complete this quick walkthrough of how TradeUpGames works.

Step 2 — Onboarding Demo

A quick walkthrough of how TradeUpGames works. Read each section, then build your gamer profile.

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Start Here

Everything a new member needs to know

Start Here — 8-step new member roadmap

TradeUpGames is built around one simple idea: List it. Match it. Trade it. Level up. Turn old games, consoles, accessories, and collectibles into new gaming opportunities by trading directly with other members.

List It

Add games, consoles, accessories, retro classics & collectibles to your Trade Locker.

Match It

Tell TradeUpGames what you want and get matched with members who want what you have.

Trade It

Send/receive offers, message, lock the trade, ship or meet locally, complete it.

Level Up

Rate trades, build your T.U.G. Score, and unlock more trust.

New Member Roadmap

  1. 1Step 1: Create your profile (verify email + phone, platforms, trade prefs)
  2. 2Step 2: Add your first item (real photos, honest condition, what you want in return)
  3. 3Step 3: Review matches (wishlist, filters, ratings, T.U.G. Score)
  4. 4Step 4: Trade smart (Trade Snapshot, Locked Agreement, SafeShip, reports)