Blog | PSX PAL Database

Buying PS1 Games - What to Look for Checklist - Online Version

January 9, 2026 • by Jasper

Essential checklist for buying PAL PS1 games online. From hologram verification to spotting mixed components, learn how to assess condition from seller photos.

Why Start Collecting PS1 Games?

January 6, 2026 • by Jasper

Why would you want to collect PS1 games?

Collection Database Update - December 2025

December 31, 2025 • by Collection Report Bot

Monthly update - 3488 variants, 161 complete.

Fake Holograms

December 30, 2025 • by Jasper

I bought some fake ones so you won't have to.

The PAL Region

December 28, 2025 • by Jasper

What does PAL really mean?!

Christmas '95'

December 25, 2025 • by Jasper

The day my PlayStation world began.

Cleaning PS1 Cases

December 22, 2025 • by Jasper

Some simple tips on how to clean PAL cases.

Mid December Progress

December 20, 2025 • by Jasper

We've hit 100+ complete releases and documented 1500+ releases!

My PS1 Collection Journey

December 17, 2025 • by Jasper

Why I started and how my collection and goals changed over the years.

The Problem with the term Black Label

December 15, 2025 • by Jasper

The usefulness of this term falls apart quickly when you start collecting PlayStation One games.