Ludoya's marketplace connects buyers and sellers in the board game community. Whether you're looking to find a rare copy, clear shelf space, or trade for something new, the marketplace makes it easy.

Selling a Game

Ready to part with a game from your collection? Listing it is quick and straightforward.

Creating a Listing

  1. Start from homepage, the marketplace or any game page
  2. Click on the + button, then Sell Game
  3. Select the game you want to sell (it will be auto selected if you're on a game page)
  4. Continue with the listing form

Listing Details

Marketplace listing form with photos, condition, and price

Photos

  • Upload up to 5 photos of your copy
  • Include the box, any wear, and the contents
  • Clear photos help buyers trust your listing
  • You can rearrange photos by dragging them

Condition Label

Select the condition that best matches your copy. Ludoya uses five tiers:

  • New Sealed — Unopened, still in manufacturer's shrink wrap
  • Like New — Opened but played twice at most, no visible wear
  • Good — Played multiple times, minor wear, all components present
  • Fair — Visible wear from play, small dings or creases, all functional
  • Poor — Heavy wear, scuffed box, but still complete and playable

Be honest about condition. Photos help buyers verify your assessment.

Price & Currency

  • Set your asking price
  • Choose from 25+ supported currencies
  • Price should reflect condition and market rates

Description

Write a description that helps buyers understand what they're getting:

  • Condition details not obvious from photos ("small tear on corner," "manual has writing")
  • Included items ("comes with all original pieces," "includes expansions X and Y")
  • What's missing if anything ("no insert," "box missing")
  • Special notes ("smoke-free home," "stored in dry climate")

Listing Visibility

Your listing appears:

  • On your profile
  • On the game's marketplace
  • In marketplace search and filter results

Buying a Game

Finding and purchasing games from other players is simple.

Finding Listings

From a Game Page:

  1. Click the game's Marketplace widget
  2. See all active listings for that game
  3. Apply filters below

From the Marketplace Section:

  1. Go to Marketplace in the main navigation
  2. Browse all games for sale
  3. Use search and filters to narrow down

Filtering & Sorting

Filtering Options

  • Listing Type — Sell vs. Trade listings
  • Condition — New Sealed, Like New, Good, Fair, Poor (select one or multiple)
  • Price Range — Set min and max to match your budget
  • Distance in km — Show only sellers near you (useful for local pickup)

Sorting Options

Sort results by what matters to you:

  • Newest — Latest listings first
  • Price: Low to High — Find the cheapest deals
  • Price: High to Low — See premium copies first
  • Distance — Closest sellers first (reduces shipping costs)
  • Alphabetical — A to Z by game title

Combining filters and sorts helps you find exactly what you're looking for.

Viewing a Listing

Marketplace listing detail with photos, seller info, and price comparison

Click any listing to see:

  • Game details — Which version/edition they're selling
  • Condition details — Exactly what the seller described
  • All photos — Full view of the game's condition
  • Seller profile — Their name, rating, and review count

Messaging & Negotiation

Starting a Conversation

Click Message Seller to begin a conversation about the listing. This opens a direct message thread with the seller.

Conversation Features

  • Listing Context — The listing details are always visible in the conversation thread
  • Quick Actions — Make an offer, ask questions, or arrange a meeting
  • Clear Communication — Chat stays tied to the specific game/listing
  • Response Time — Sellers' average response times are shown

Making an Offer

If the listing price seems high:

  1. Message the seller to propose a lower price
  2. They can accept, decline, or counter-offer
  3. Keep negotiating until you reach an agreement
  4. Once both parties agree, finalize the transaction

Asking Questions

Message the seller about:

  • Specific damage ("Is that tear in the rulebook?")
  • Missing components ("Do you still have all the tokens?")
  • Gameplay wear ("Does the board have any markings?")
  • Shipping ("What's the cost to my region?")

Sellers generally respond within a few hours to a day.

Transaction Lifecycle

Once you've agreed to purchase, the transaction progresses through clear stages:

Status Stages

Active

  • Listing is live and available for purchase
  • You and the seller have agreed on price and terms
  • Ready for the next step

Reserved

  • You've secured the game (payment often pending)
  • Seller is holding it for you
  • Not available to other buyers

Delivered

  • Seller has shipped the game (or handed it off locally)
  • You're expecting arrival
  • Seller provides tracking if shipping

Completed

  • You've received the game and confirmed it matches the listing
  • Transaction is finalized
  • Both parties can now leave reviews

Tracking & Confirmation

  • Sellers provide tracking numbers for shipped items
  • You confirm receipt once the game arrives
  • Confirming receipt finalizes the transaction

Trader Reputation Tracking

Ludoya tracks seller behavior to help you decide who to buy from:

Reputation Metrics

  • Communication — How quickly and clearly they respond
  • Accuracy — How well the game matched the listing photos and description
  • Punctuality — How fast they shipped or completed the handoff
  • Overall Rating — Average of the above (1–5 stars)

Viewing Reputation

Click on a seller's profile to see:

  • Review count — How many transactions they've completed
  • Rating breakdown — Scores for communication, accuracy, punctuality
  • Recent feedback — Snippets of buyer comments
  • Response time average — How long they typically take to reply

High-rated sellers with many reviews are generally safer bets for smooth transactions.

Leaving Feedback

After a transaction completes:

  1. You can rate the seller across the three dimensions
  2. Leave optional comments about your experience
  3. Your feedback helps other buyers make informed decisions
  4. Sellers can reply to your review

Best Practices for Safe Trading

  • Inspect photos carefully — Ask for additional angles if unsure
  • Ask about condition — Message the seller with specific questions
  • Check seller rating — Buy from highly-rated sellers when possible
  • Be honest when selling — Accurate descriptions build trust and ensure smooth transactions
  • Communicate clearly — Agree on all terms before committing to a purchase
  • Confirm receipt — Once the game arrives, confirm it matches the listing so the seller gets credit

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