Gaming consoles, accessories, and peripherals are often underestimated when it comes to their sale power. Yes, it is a very good market when you consider the costs, profits, and demand involved.
In fact, it is thriving in 2025 due to strong demand for popular brands like PlayStation, Xbox, and new releases from Nintendo. A recent event was the Switch 2 release and how people are now acquiring the first couple models before the brand-new option.
The first Switch or the Switch Lite are in demand due to costs and how they offer great performance. However, finding them as surplus goods is more affordable and way better considering the new release.
The same happens with all other consoles and goods. With new additions to the models and catalog, the others just lower their prices. This moves the entire industry, along with games and specific accessories for each console or gaming setup.
As a reseller, you can benefit a lot from the way new consoles and pieces are added to the list.
At Coastal Surplus Solutions, we can help you be part of this market by:
- Sourcing goods and getting you access to gaming liquidation.
- Streamlining logistics and handling every step.
- Controlling and planning shipping and delivery.
- Connecting you to great markets for reselling.
While you might not be a gamer, you will love this niche and how you can profit from it as a whole.
What to Expect in Your Gaming Liquidation Pallets
While most resellers and business owners think consoles are everything they are getting, this is far from true.
You can find a wide variety of items, console models, controllers, games, accessories, and units. It all depends on your supplier and the specific pallet you are getting.
We often access liquidation lots that range from consoles to refurbished units. These include specific pieces:
- This includes everything from PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X or S to Nintendo Switch, be it newer or older models.
- Accessories like controllers, headsets, covers, charging docks, VR equipment, cables, and more.
- Games like physical copies, popular titles, bundles, and even limited editions.
- Refurbished units that are certified pre-owned consoles and accessories. They may bring lower profits, but move quite quickly in the listing due to people trying to save money.
Trends Shaping the Gaming Liquidation Market and Surplus
Everything happens for a reason.
In this case, we encourage clients and individuals to invest in the gaming market because of all the factors and trends fueling it.
While these are the main ones, they are not the only factors moving this opportunity. And, in the future, you will find many more.
- Rise of Refurbished Consoles.
The refurbished gaming console market is growing rapidly. It is valued at $3.6 billion in 2025 and expected to expand at a CAGR of 8.7% through 2033.
Consumers seek affordable alternatives to new consoles, driven by sustainability concerns and budget constraints. Enhanced refurbishment processes and extended warranties are boosting buyer confidence as well.
Unlike a few years ago, these refurbished consoles come with warranty. This gives them a peace of mind and shows it is possible to get surplus consoles without many risks involved, if at all.
- Digital Content and Subscription Growth.
While physical hardware sales have seen some decline, digital game sales, add-on content, and subscription services continue to grow strongly.
This shift impacts how resellers package and market liquidation stock, often bundling consoles with digital content offers. However, physical pieces have also become more valuable.
It is a mix of feelings and situations when considering how people are acquiring their goods.
According to GeekWire’s research, the industry has also faced layoffs and studio closures. While this implies caution in the market as a whole, consoles continue to move and remain resilient.
This confirms what you can do and how your entire business can work.
Feel free to contact us to get more information and discuss the possibilities with our team.
