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How to Choose a Video Game Strategy Reference: Single Guides vs. a Multi-System Lot

Compare four video game strategy reference options, from a $14.95 magazine issue to a $79.98 multi-system lot, and find the right fit for your collection.

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Quick Take

If you are shopping for a video game strategy reference, the first decision is usually scope: do you want one focused guide for a specific game, or a bundle of guides that covers multiple systems? The four options here range from a single Resident Evil 6 guide to a mixed lot spanning PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox, GameCube, Nintendo 64, SNES, and PC. There is also a magazine-style Kingdom Hearts 2 guide and a Prima walkthrough for The Granstream Saga, so the real task is matching the format to the game you actually plan to play.

The listed prices run from $14.95 to $79.98. The lower-priced options are single guides or a magazine issue; the highest-priced option is a multi-system lot. Your choice depends on how much system coverage you want and whether you prefer a book-style guide or a magazine-style companion.

Listed-Price Comparison

ProductListed pricePrice barWhat you are getting
Resident Evil 6 Video Game Strategy Guide 2012 Capcom Brady Horror OOPUSD 18.99Single 2012 Capcom/Brady guide for Resident Evil 6
Tips & Tricks May 2006 #135 Video Game Strategy Guide Magazine Kingdom Hearts 2USD 14.95Glossy magazine issue focused on Kingdom Hearts 2
Video Game Strategy Guide Lot Playstation 2 3 Xbox Gamecube Nintendo 64 SNES PCUSD 79.98Multi-system lot of guides across PS2/PS3/Xbox/GameCube/N64/SNES/PC
The Granstream Saga: Prima's Official Strategy Guide VIDEO GAME walkthrough bookUSD 15.00Prima walkthrough for The Granstream Saga

Decision Matrix

If your priority is...Consider this option
A dedicated Capcom survival horror game referenceResident Evil 6 Video Game Strategy Guide 2012 Capcom Brady Horror OOP
A compact magazine-style companion with a glossy finishTips & Tricks May 2006 #135 Video Game Strategy Guide Magazine Kingdom Hearts 2
Broad system coverage in one purchaseVideo Game Strategy Guide Lot Playstation 2 3 Xbox Gamecube Nintendo 64 SNES PC
A classic RPG walkthrough built around one storyThe Granstream Saga: Prima's Official Strategy Guide VIDEO GAME walkthrough book

Product Notes

Resident Evil 6 Video Game Strategy Guide 2012 Capcom Brady Horror OOP

Resident Evil 6 Video Game Strategy Guide 2012 Capcom Brady Horror OOP

This is a single paperback guide for Resident Evil 6, from the 2012 Capcom/Brady release. It is in normal sturdy condition with light wear and no markings inside, so it is suited for someone who wants a usable reference rather than a display piece. The OOP in the title indicates an out-of-print release, which matters if you are looking for this specific edition. If your collection already has guides for other Resident Evil entries and you only need this one installment, this keeps the focus tight. The trade-off is that it covers one game only; if you were hoping for a broader set of strategy pages, this will not provide that range. Choose it for a specific Resident Evil 6 playthrough.

Tips & Tricks May 2006 #135 Video Game Strategy Guide Magazine Kingdom Hearts 2

Tips & Tricks May 2006 #135 Video Game Strategy Guide Magazine Kingdom Hearts 2

This May 2006 issue of Tips & Tricks, number 135, focuses on Kingdom Hearts 2. It is in very good condition, bagged and boarded, with a glossy finish. That makes it a good pick for someone who prefers the magazine format over a dense paperback guide, and it adds a lighter, quicker reference feel. The Kingdom Hearts 2 focus means you get a specific game's strategies rather than a series-wide manual. One thing to keep in mind is that this is a single magazine issue, not a full guide covering every chapter of the franchise. If you are building a Kingdom Hearts collection, this is a compact companion piece; if you need comprehensive walkthroughs for the whole series, you would be looking at something larger.

Video Game Strategy Guide Lot Playstation 2 3 Xbox Gamecube Nintendo 64 SNES PC

Video Game Strategy Guide Lot Playstation 2 3 Xbox Gamecube Nintendo 64 SNES PC

The title indicates guides for PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox, GameCube, Nintendo 64, SNES, and PC, making this the most comprehensive option in a single purchase. The lot is in good condition, with none of the guides missing pages, posters, or inserts. That is useful if you want complete references rather than partial copies. Since it is a lot, the exact mix of titles is something to evaluate before purchase, because the bundle may include guides for systems outside your current focus. The trade-off is that a multi-system bundle of this size is a broader investment and may include games you do not plan to play. If you collect across several retro platforms, this one lot can give you a range of references in one go.

The Granstream Saga: Prima's Official Strategy Guide VIDEO GAME walkthrough book

The Granstream Saga: Prima's Official Strategy Guide VIDEO GAME walkthrough book

For The Granstream Saga, this Prima guide is the dedicated walkthrough option. The title makes it clear that it is a walkthrough book rather than a magazine feature. It is in very good condition, which is helpful for a collector who wants a tidy reference. The guide concentrates on one RPG, so it is a good fit if that game is already in your library. The limitation is the narrower scope: this is not a multi-game guide and it does not try to cover a series beyond Granstream Saga. For a player who has started the game and wants a dedicated companion, this is a direct match. If you need general tips for many RPGs at once, you would be better served by a bundle with multiple titles.

Final Recommendation

  • For a single, focused Resident Evil 6 reference, the Capcom/Brady guide is the direct pick.
  • For a compact Kingdom Hearts 2 magazine companion, Tips & Tricks #135 fits.
  • For broad retro-system coverage, the multi-system lot gives you the widest range in one purchase.
  • For a dedicated Granstream Saga walkthrough, Prima's official guide is the match.

The lot makes sense if you collect across several platforms; the single guides keep the scope tight.

Products in this article
Resident Evil 6 Video Game Strategy Guide 2012 Capcom Brady Horror OOPUSD 18.99View on eBayTips & Tricks May 2006 #135 Video Game Strategy Guide Magazine Kingdom Hearts 2USD 14.95View on eBayVideo Game Strategy Guide Lot Playstation 2 3 Xbox Gamecube Nintendo 64 SNES PCUSD 79.98View on eBayThe Granstream Saga: Prima's Official Strategy Guide VIDEO GAME walkthrough bookUSD 15.00View on eBay
Resident Evil 6 Video Game Strategy Guide 2012 Capcom Brady Horror OOPUSD 18.99View on eBayTips & Tricks May 2006 #135 Video Game Strategy Guide Magazine Kingdom Hearts 2USD 14.95View on eBayVideo Game Strategy Guide Lot Playstation 2 3 Xbox Gamecube Nintendo 64 SNES PCUSD 79.98View on eBayThe Granstream Saga: Prima's Official Strategy Guide VIDEO GAME walkthrough bookUSD 15.00View on eBay

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