Retro Gaming & Arcade

Video games have undergone many transformations and technological advances since their invention in the 1970s. While many vintage games are relatively primitive from a tech standpoint, fans of old school gaming prefer the games of their youth. Retro gaming fills this need. Retro gaming includes retro video game systems, retro arcade cabinet games and more. Vintage video game systems are extremely popular among gamers of a certain age. While you can certainly find systems that are decades old at retro game stores, it may be harder to find consoles in pristine condition. Best Buy sells updated versions of classic consoles, such as the Sega Genesis. These systems come preinstalled with many classic games, so you don’t have to search far and wide for old games.

Another type of retro gaming involves freestanding cabinet retro arcade games and table-top consoles. Even people who are too young to remember the arcade era will love playing nostalgic video games. At Best Buy you can find an assortment of classic arcade games, from 80s classics like Ms. Pac Man to more recent games like Big Buck Hunter. You can also find portable retro handheld games, now with brighter, more vivid LCD screens. The revitalization of classic gaming has also made it possible to play retro games online with multiple friends with the innovation of Wi-Fi compatible retro gaming systems. 

When setting up your new retro gaming system at home, be sure to have an HDMI cable to connect it to your TV. You can also check out Best Buy’s video game hardware buying guide for handy tips on video games, consoles, gaming accessories and more. If you like to play stand-up retro arcade cabinets, Best Buy sells an assortment of cushioned stools branded with vintage games. If you know someone that would also love a blast from the past, classic gaming devices make great retro gifts.