October 2026 Video Games, Consoles & Accessories executive overview
Key inventory signals
Where the stock depth sits
Compare the share of product listings with the share of physical units they hold.
1-5 units per SKU
Share of SKUs
52.8%Share of units
1.5%
6-100 units per SKU
Share of SKUs
31.1%Share of units
16.2%
101+ units per SKU
Share of SKUs
16.0%Share of units
82.3%
What the Video Games, Consoles & Accessories category includes
This wholesale Video Games, Consoles & Accessories category covers brand-name stock spanning games, consoles and supporting accessories for resale. Current inventory signals include brands such as 2K, Electronic Arts, LEGO and Logitech, alongside items such as game controllers and console carrying cases. Buyers can review single-SKU liquidation inventory across varying quantity levels, using SKU breadth to assess assortment options and available units to evaluate stock depth without treating either measure as evidence of demand.
Who this inventory fits
Available quantity indicates current stock depth, not an automatic mandatory purchase quantity, so buyers should match each SKU position to their channel capacity and resale plan.
| Persona | Best fit | Typical resale channels | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marketplace resellers | Focused SKU testing and selective replenishment | Amazon, eBay and owned online stores | Brand and item-level signals support targeted review of projected economics, rank context and available quantity. |
| Independent shops or retailers | Curated gaming assortments and accessory add-ons | Physical stores and owned ecommerce sites | Assortment breadth can support a mixed offering while quantity bands help align purchases with shelf and storage capacity. |
| B2B distributors or bulk buyers | Deeper positions in selected SKUs | Wholesale accounts and reseller networks | Higher stock depth can support larger purchasing plans when SKU economics and customer requirements are verified first. |
Inventory structure and available quantity
Detailed inventory snapshot
| Metric | Value | Buyer meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Live SKUs | 212 | distinct products currently in stock |
| Total units | 13,230 | physical units available across those SKUs |
| Units moved (7 days) | 67 | units purchased through 888Lots.com in the previous 7 days |
| Estimated stock cover | 454 days | blended 7-day and 3-month average |
| Projected average margin | 25.4% | screening benchmark from the current mix, not a guaranteed result |
| Projected profit per unit | $17.86 | screening estimate before buyer-side marketplace fees and shipping |
Available quantity by SKU
52.8% of live SKUs have five units or fewer available, representing 1.5% of units. This broad, shallow end can suit marketplace sellers testing one or two units of a specific product. At the other end, 34 SKUs with 101 or more units available hold 82.3% of all units, concentrating bulk depth in a small part of the catalog.
Available quantity describes current stock for a SKU; it is not automatically a mandatory purchase quantity. A platform minimum order value is a separate order-level rule.
| Available units per SKU | Live SKUs | Share of SKUs | Units | Share of units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 65 | 30.7% | 65 | 0.5% |
| 2-5 | 47 | 22.2% | 136 | 1.0% |
| 6-10 | 21 | 9.9% | 158 | 1.2% |
| 11-25 | 18 | 8.5% | 312 | 2.4% |
| 26-50 | 8 | 3.8% | 319 | 2.4% |
| 51-100 | 19 | 9.0% | 1,353 | 10.2% |
| 101-500 | 27 | 12.7% | 6,416 | 48.5% |
| 501+ | 7 | 3.3% | 4,471 | 33.8% |
Inventory structure and quantity fit
The October 6, 2026 888lots snapshot suggests an assortment of 212 SKUs and 13,230 available units. SKU count measures breadth and unit count measures stock depth; neither measures demand. Use this structure to choose between narrow tests and deeper sourcing positions.
Product-group and brand structure
Where available units are concentrated
Bar length shows each product group’s share of category units. The detailed product-group table follows.
Video Games
8,259 units · 62.4%
Gaming Figures
3,565 units · 26.9%
Gaming Accessories
1,394 units · 10.5%
Gaming Consoles
12 units · 0.1%
Product-group evidence
These 4 product groups make up the full category.
| Product group | Live SKUs | Stock depth | Top brands | Projected margin | Buyer read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Video Games | 94 | 8,259 units · 87.9 average per SKU · 19 SKUs at 101+ | Xbox (9), Sega (8), Nintendo (6) | 24.2% | Strong bulk depth; often better suited to shops and repeat-volume buyers |
| Gaming Figures | 65 | 3,565 units · 54.8 average per SKU · 10 SKUs at 101+ | Funko (11), Squishmallow (8), Nintendo (4) | 22.0% | Strong bulk depth; often better suited to shops and repeat-volume buyers |
| Gaming Accessories | 50 | 1,394 units · 27.9 average per SKU · 5 SKUs at 101+ | Thrustmaster (7), Nintendo (4), TalkWorks (3) | 30.9% | Strong bulk depth; often better suited to shops and repeat-volume buyers |
| Gaming Consoles | 3 | 12 units · 4.0 average per SKU · 0 SKUs at 101+ | Nintendo (1) | 42.8% | Mixed depth; choose quantities SKU by SKU |
Brands with the deepest current stock
| Brand | Live stock | Share of category |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo | 15 SKUs | 7.1% |
| Funko | 11 SKUs | 5.2% |
| Xbox | 9 SKUs | 4.2% |
| Squishmallow | 8 SKUs | 3.8% |
| Sega | 8 SKUs | 3.8% |
Demand signals and their limits
platform movement
The October 6, 2026 888lots inventory snapshot suggests platform movement of 67 units per week, with a 0.5% movement rate and 454 days of cover. This measures purchasing activity on the source platform, not consumer demand or future sell-through; combine it with SKU economics and an independent source before expanding a position.
Owned-search page visibility
Google Search Console suggests that the measured category page generated 1,584 impressions and 96 clicks, with a 6% click-through rate and 10.31 average position, from September 7 through October 5, 2026. These page-level organic metrics provide acquisition context, not market demand; no change claim is supported without an eligible, equal prior window.
Amazon BSR signal: Logitech G F310 Wired Gamepad Controller Console – Blue/Black
Amazon enrichment observed on October 6, 2026 suggests a BSR of 8 for the measured Logitech listing, alongside a $14.00 price, 29.96% margin, and quantity of 2. This scoped listing signal does not suggest future sell-through; use it with SKU economics and at least one independent source before expanding the position.
Amazon BSR signal: USA Gear Console Carrying Case Fits Xbox One, Series S, Xbox 360 – Travel Case…
Amazon enrichment observed on October 6, 2026 suggests a BSR of 6 for the measured USA Gear listing, alongside a $24.00 price, 51.99% margin, and quantity of 1. This scoped listing signal does not suggest future sell-through; use it with SKU economics and at least one independent source before expanding the position.
Inventory flow and movement
- Weekly movement rate: 0.5% of units moved in 7 days. This measures platform purchasing activity, not downstream marketplace sell-through.
- Brand concentration: the 3 most-stocked listed brands cover about 16.5% of live SKUs.
Product-level Amazon BSR signals
In-stock examples are ordered by Amazon BSR. These are demand signals, not purchase recommendations, and ranks may belong to different Amazon subcategories. Compare condition, selling-price assumptions, buyer-side fees, and delivered cost at SKU level.
Current sourcing opportunity
2K signal convergence
As of October 6, 2026, 2K shows representation across independent 888lots inventory and Amazon-enrichment sources: 4 SKUs in the inventory snapshot and Amazon BSR 407 for the measured listing, where lower is better. Prioritize SKU-level review while retaining source-specific inventory, rank, price, quantity, and margin caveats.
Electronic Arts signal convergence
As of October 6, 2026, Electronic Arts shows representation across independent 888lots inventory and Amazon-enrichment sources: 2 SKUs in the inventory snapshot and Amazon BSR 385 for the measured listing, where lower is better. Prioritize SKU-level review while retaining source-specific inventory, rank, price, quantity, and margin caveats.
Lego signal convergence
As of October 6, 2026, Lego shows representation across independent 888lots inventory and Amazon-enrichment sources: 2 SKUs in the inventory snapshot and Amazon BSR 222 for the measured listing, where lower is better. Prioritize SKU-level review while retaining source-specific inventory, rank, price, quantity, and margin caveats.
Logitech signal convergence
As of October 6, 2026, Logitech shows representation across independent 888lots inventory and Amazon-enrichment sources: 2 SKUs in the inventory snapshot and Amazon BSR 8 for the measured listing, where lower is better. Prioritize SKU-level review while retaining source-specific inventory, rank, price, quantity, and margin caveats.
Material changes since the comparable edition
video-games-consoles-and-accessories time series
First-party 888lots order history suggests measured monthly orders of 43, 45, 37, 53, 82, 87, 71, 72, and 51 from October 2025 through June 2026. Use this aligned history as directional context, not as a forecast.
| Period | Measured value |
|---|---|
| 2025-10-01 | 43 orders |
| 2025-11-01 | 45 orders |
| 2025-12-01 | 37 orders |
| 2026-01-01 | 53 orders |
| 2026-02-01 | 82 orders |
| 2026-03-01 | 87 orders |
| 2026-04-01 | 71 orders |
| 2026-05-01 | 72 orders |
| 2026-06-01 | 51 orders |
Material change in margin pct
First-party inventory history observed on October 6, 2026 suggests the comparable margin measure changed by -7%, from 27.3% to 25.38%, for the period beginning September 1, 2026. Treat this only as a like-for-like monthly development.
Change since the previous edition
September 2026 to October 2026. Only metrics with an explicitly comparable basis are shown.
| Metric | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live SKUs | 230 | 212 | -18 |
| Total units | 13,512 | 13,230 | -282 |
| Units moved in 7 days | 1,285 | 67 | -1,218 |
| Projected average margin | 27.3% | 25.4% | -1.9 pp |
| Projected profit per unit | $17.38 | $17.86 | +$0.48 |
Connections worth investigating
Normalized platform comparison
The October 6, 2026 comparison suggests SKU-depth percentiles of 14.3 for 888lots and 0 for Miamilots within their respective platforms. The comparison uses normalized rates, shares, and within-platform percentiles for the same category snapshot; use it to understand assortment positioning, not to declare either catalog universally stronger.
| Entity | Screening score |
|---|---|
| 888lots | 14.3 within platform percentile |
| miamilots | 0 within platform percentile |
Risks, conditions, and common misunderstandings
Conditions and shipping eligibility
| Condition | Shipping treatment | SKUs | Units | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand New | Flat-shipping eligible | 187 | 10,221 | Brand New Tier 1 – a minimum of 90% giftable condition unless the manifest states otherwise. |
| Brand New | Standard shipping | 23 | 3,005 | Brand New Tier 1 – a minimum of 90% giftable condition unless the manifest states otherwise. |
| Distribution | Check listing or checkout | 16 | 11,586 | Sourced directly from a brand, distributor, or manufacturer and never sold to an end customer. |
| Listing-Specific Condition | Check listing or checkout | 2 | 4 | Check the listing-level condition details before buying. |
The Brand New row marked Flat-shipping eligible currently includes 187 SKUs and 10,221 units at $1.00 per unit for eligible mainland U.S. shipments. Confirm final eligibility on the listing or at checkout.
Headline totals exclude Distribution stock; the condition table shows it separately for reconciliation.
Category-specific reseller risks
Selective Buy: Supply is deep, so wholesale purchases should favor SKUs with favorable projected margins and supporting BSR context rather than broad category exposure.
| Risk | Why it matters | Mitigation |
|---|---|---|
| Negative SKU economics | Mapped 2K and Electronic Arts SKUs carry negative projected margins, so brand overlap alone can mask weak SKU economics. | Recheck purchase price, delivered cost, expected resale price, and channel deductions before committing. |
| Projected margin compression | The comparable projected margin is 25.4%, a 7.0% relative decline from September 2026. | Require SKU-level economics that still work under conservative resale assumptions. |
| Quantity concentration | Seven SKUs hold 4,471 units in the 501+ quantity bucket. | Test narrowly before accepting deeper inventory exposure. |
| BSR overinterpretation | BSR indicates marketplace position, not profitability, eligibility, or future sell-through. | Pair rank with projected economics, available quantity, and independent channel checks. |
| Condition or eligibility mismatch | Condition details and marketplace eligibility can affect resale options and delivered economics. | Verify the listing, included components, condition, shipping eligibility, and selling permissions before payment. |
How to use 888Lots.com for Video Games, Consoles & Accessories sourcing
Buying, monitoring, and inventory-intake routes
| Route | Action | Current status | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Items | Buy | 212 SKUs live | individual-SKU sourcing and controlled quantity tests |
| Stock Radar | Monitor | Upcoming inventory can be watched | watch incoming stock, signal interest, and get early access when it lands – not a pre-order or reservation |
| Sell To Us | Offer stock | Inventory-intake service | offer your own excess stock to the platform – an intake service, not buyable inventory |
How to narrow Video Games, Consoles & Accessories inventory
For the clearest browsing and filtering experience, open current Video Games, Consoles & Accessories listings in a desktop browser and use the filter sidebar. It helps first-time buyers move from a broad category to listings that fit their channel and buying budget.
- Special Deals: narrow by options such as Newest, Negotiate, Pickup & Save, Trending, Staff Picks, Price Drop, Restock, Suggested, and store-price shortcuts.
- Condition: select only the conditions currently offered in that category, such as Brand New, Fulfilled by Amazon, Refurbished, or Distribution Stock where available.
- Price: use preset price bands or enter a custom range.
- Quantity: compare listings with 2 or fewer units, 3–20 units, or 21 or more units.
- Category-specific filters: attributes such as size may appear when they apply to the products being viewed.
Filter choices and counts change with the category and live inventory. Available quantity is stock depth, not automatically a mandatory purchase quantity.
Buying on 888Lots.com
- Register a business account and complete KYC verification with an active resale certificate.
- The platform has a $100.00 minimum order value after discounts or promotions; SKU minimum quantities vary.
- Use the Items inventory to review available Video Games, Consoles & Accessories.
- Use Watchlist and alerts to monitor price drops and restocks by email.
- Filter by brand, deal, condition, price, and quantity, then export listings to a table.
All sales are final after an order is paid and submitted. Resolve listing, condition, quantity, and shipping questions before checkout.
New to liquidation sourcing?
Liquidation is inventory sold after a retailer, brand, or distributor closes out stock or processes returns. A manifest is the item-level list for a lot, typically showing quantities and condition. BSR (Best Sellers Rank) is an Amazon marketplace-position signal, not a profit guarantee. A resale certificate is a business tax document that may be required to buy tax-exempt inventory. MOQ means minimum order quantity; where a platform uses a minimum order value instead, check its current account terms.
Video Games, Consoles & Accessories wholesale FAQ
How should buyers use the current inventory snapshot?
The October 6 snapshot shows 212 SKUs and 13,230 units. Treat SKU count as assortment breadth and unit count as stock depth, not demand. Review individual listing economics first, then decide whether a narrow test or deeper purchase matches your capital and resale channel.
Which available quantities fit a controlled test?
Quantity fit varies sharply: 65 SKUs have one unit, 27 SKUs have 101 to 500 units, and seven SKUs exceed 500 units. Smaller positions support controlled testing; deeper positions require stronger validation, storage planning, and cash-flow tolerance. Available quantity does not establish downstream sell-through.
How should Amazon BSR and projected margins be interpreted?
BSR is marketplace position only. The mapped USA Gear case ranks 6 with a 52.0% projected margin, while the Logitech controller ranks 8 with a 30.0% projected margin. Verify listing economics and eligibility independently; neither rank predicts future sell-through.
Which brands have overlapping inventory and marketplace evidence?
The evidence shows 2K, Electronic Arts, Lego, and Logitech across live inventory and Amazon enrichment. This independent-family convergence supports prioritizing SKU review, not broad brand buying. Mapped rank, quantity, and projected margin apply only to the observed SKU.
What does the monthly order history tell buyers?
Monthly platform orders rose from 37 orders in December 2025 to 87 orders in March 2026, then measured 51 orders in June 2026. This represents purchasing activity on 888Lots.com, not consumer sell-through, and the aligned series is measured history rather than a forecast.
Which public inventory conditions are available?
Public condition names are Distribution, Brand New, and Listing-Specific Condition. Read the individual listing, confirm what is included, and align condition with your resale channel. Because sales are final after payment and submission, resolve condition questions before placing the order.
What is required to access wholesale inventory?
Buyers register a business account and complete KYC verification with a valid resale certificate. An active resale certificate is required to open a U.S. account, and no sales tax is charged. Confirm your account documentation before building an order.
Is flat shipping available for this category?
Flat shipping is available only for eligible Brand New inventory. Eligibility is listing-specific, does not apply to every SKU, and must be checked on the listing or at checkout. Compare the final delivered cost against your projected resale economics before payment.
Start sourcing Video Games, Consoles & Accessories
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Methodology and data coverage
Figures reflect live 888Lots.com inventory as of and are refreshed monthly from daily canonical inventory data. Platform movement means units purchased through 888Lots.com during the stated period, not downstream consumer sell-through. Projected margin and profit figures are screening estimates from current listing data, not realized resale results. This edition includes inventory depth, per-SKU quantity distribution, platform movement, projected economics, brand coverage, Amazon BSR evidence.
Monthly history
September 2026
As of September 4, inventory comprised 230 live SKUs and 13,512 units. Quantity was highly concentrated: 35 SKUs with 101+ units held 82.7% of units, while 57.4% of SKUs with five or fewer held 1.8%. Brand New dominated headline inventory with 227 SKUs and 13,507 units; 3 listing-specific-condition SKUs held 5 units. Projected average margin was 27.3%, or $17.38 profit per unit; Gaming Accessories led child-category margin at 31.0%, while Video Games led depth with 7,999 units, followed by Gaming Figures with 3,971. Most-stocked platform brands were Funko (11 SKUs), Nintendo (9), Thrustmaster (9), Xbox (8), and Sega (6). The rendered Items route listed 230 buyable SKUs. Current stock urgency: Overstocked.
August 2026
As of August 10, 888lots.com listed 174 SKUs and 7,198 units, excluding Distribution stock, with projected average margin of 30.9% and net profit of $27.20 per unit. Quantity was concentrated: 66.7% of SKUs had five units or fewer but represented 3.0% of units, while 17 SKUs with 101+ units held 80.5%. Brand New dominated; Brand New covered 145 SKUs and 3,525 units, while Brand New covered 25 SKUs and 3,667 units. Most-stocked platform brands were Thrustmaster, Nintendo, Xbox, ASUS and PlayStation. Video Games led with 3,771 units at 24.1% projected margin; Gaming Figures followed with 2,325 units and the strongest margin, 43.5%. Gaming Accessories carried 933 units at 30.7%, and Gaming Consoles 169 at 34.7%. The Items route showed 174 live SKUs.