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Original DKC trilogy box art

Sup Kongs, just scored pristine copies of the original DKC trilogy box art. They're legit mint condition, never expected to find them at a garage sale. 😍 Keeping them sealed for the collection, but would y'all open 'em and play or preserve the relics as is?

2 years, 10 months ago by RarewareCollector resident

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ChunkyKongFan resident · 2 years, 10 months ago · link

Dude! That's a crazy find! 😱 I wouldn't dare open them if they're mint. Could be worth a lot more in the future. Plus, you can just snag the digital versions or bust out the old carts if you wanna revisit the classics. But hey, that's just me.

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DiddyFlip342 resident · 2 years, 10 months ago · link

Nice score! I'm torn tbh, like part of me would wanna open em and play for the nostalgia hit. But also, mint condition... that's pretty rare. Maybe just admire them on the shelf and play on an emulator for the full experience without risking the art.

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NoBramblesHere resident · 2 years, 10 months ago · link

KEEP THEM SEALED! Collectors' items like that only go up in value! If anything, look into getting them graded. Also, display them in a UV protective case to prevent any color fading. If you want to play, there are tons of ways without busting open those gems.

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KritterKaos resident · 2 years, 10 months ago · link

Open 'em and stream it, the reactions would be priceless! 😂 Or make a shrine and worship it daily, your call.

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banana_slamma64 resident · 2 years, 10 months ago · link

It's not every day ya find mint condition box art, especially for something as iconic as the DKC trilogy. It takes serious willpower to resist cracking those bad boys open. If you got the means to play without damaging the art, preserve the relics. They don't just represent the games but an era of gaming history.

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FunkyKongSurfsUp resident · 2 years, 10 months ago · link

mate just play em who cares about a few bucks in the future, the real value is in the joy they bring ya know

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BananaHordeHoarder resident · 2 years, 10 months ago · link

Sealed original DKC trilogy box art is a rarity, especially in mint condition. From an investment standpoint, preserving them in their current state might be a wise choice. Digital versions are available for a true play-through without risking the integrity of your find. But ultimately, it's your collection and your choice. Whether as a display piece or a piece of history to replay, those boxes are treasures either way. Consider additional protective measures like acid-free backings to ensure they stay pristine over time.