Hey, fellow gamers! Joey here from DKOldies. You know, one of the things I love most about my job is taking a beloved game that’s seen better days and restoring it to its former glory. Recently, I got my hands on some copies of "Left 4 Dead"—a true classic in the zombie shooter world—and I wanted to share with you exactly how I refurbished them to make them look and play like new.

We just posted one that tons of people watched and I think you'll like to see it.

Roman placed an order for Left 4 Dead on the Xbox 360 and asked that I film it. When we got the game the case was in really rough shape. In the video I made I show off the steps we went through to refurbish that game for him.

Here’s How I Did It 

Step 1: Assessing the Situation The first thing we do when a game like "Left 4 Dead" comes through our doors is give it a thorough once-over. I’m talking about checking for scratches on the disc, making sure the case isn’t falling apart, and even inspecting the manual if it's available (because who doesn’t love a good game manual, right?). 

Step 2: The Repair Process If the disc has seen some rough times, we use specialized tools to buff out any scratches. This part’s like magic—watching a beat-up disc get a new lease on life is always satisfying. We also clean everything up, from the disc to the case, and if needed, we’ll swap out the old case for a brand-new one that looks just like the original. Trust me, the game will look so good you’ll think it just came off the shelf. 

Step 3: Testing, Testing, Testing Once the game is all cleaned up, it’s time to see if it plays as good as it looks. We fire up the console and dive right in. Playing "Left 4 Dead" during work? Don’t mind if I do! 

Step 4: Final Touches After we're confident the game is in top shape, we seal it with a DKOldies quality sticker and pack it up securely. It’s ready to ship out and be enjoyed all over again.

Want to Have Your Order Featured?

I get lots of requests every day and I do my best to film as many as I can. Leave a comment with your order number on a recent social media post and you might get picked next!

Check out Roman's video and let me know what you think!

Why Buy Refurbished from DKOldies?

Let’s face it, games like " Left 4 Dead" aren’t easy to come by these days, and when you do find them, they’re usually not in the best shape. That’s where we come in. When you buy a refurbished game from DKOldies, you’re not just getting a secondhand game—you’re getting a piece of history that’s been lovingly restored, so you can enjoy it just like you did the first time around.

Don’t Just Take My Word for It

• "Excellent, it runs great, feels great, and brought back some childhood memories." — Kaden M.
• "It arrived early and in new condition! Y'all do phenomenal work and I look forward to payday so I can expect another kickass game from y'all!!!!" — Jackson B.
• "DKOldies is a great store. They carry authentic games and have a wonderful guarantee." — Steven M.
• "I love DKOldies, my go-to for any retro gaming and nostalgia. Truly has fed my PS3 and Xbox nostalgia kicks over the last year." — Matthew T.

Love "Left 4 Dead"? Check Out These Games!

If you’re into "Left 4 Dead," I bet you’ll love Left 4 Dead 2, Resident Evil 6, and Dead Rising. We’ve refurbished all of these with the same attention to detail, so be sure to check them out and build up your collection!

Curious About Our Refurbishing Process?

We're always working on bringing old games back to life. If you’re interested in how we refurbish other classics, you might want to read about our refurbish & inspection process. It’s a deep dive into what goes into making those older games shine again.

Ready to Grab Your Refurbished Copy?

If you’re itching to get your hands on a refurbished copy of your favorite Xbox 360 game, head over to our store and snag one before they’re gone. Trust me, you don’t want to miss out!