The Retro Directory

Retro World Store Tour - Visiting Retro Gaming Nostalgia in Derby, UK | Pixel Refresh

Derby, Derbyshire

Retro World is an independent retro gaming shop in Derby city centre run by Jane and Rob. The store specialises in classic consoles, games, accessories and merchandise spanning systems such as NES, SNES, N64, Game Boy, original PlayStation, SEGA Saturn, Mega Drive/Mega Drive and more.

Retrocave - Retro, Board, and Tabletop Games in Poole

Poole, Dorset

Retrocave is a Poole-based gaming venue and shop offering play time on 15 retro gaming consoles and arcade machines (300+ games), a large board-game library, weekly card and miniature game events, and a retail shop stocking miniatures, paints and accessories. Bookable sessions and online ordering are available; the venue runs daily themed events including Warhammer and Magic: The Gathering.

Retrodome Freeplay Arcade - Retrodome

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Retrodome is a freeplay arcade and bar in central Barnsley featuring a large collection of coin-op arcade cabinets, pinball machines and home consoles (from Mega Drive and SNES up to modern systems). Entry is by wristband for unlimited play; the venue also hosts events and offers a licensed bar and snacks.

Retropolis Amusements Arcade Southend Review

Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Retropolis Amusements is a public retro arcade on Southend’s Eastern Esplanade specialising in classic British fruit machines and coin‑op cabinets from the 1960s through the 2000s. The venue showcases rows of JPM, Maygay and Barcrest machines, Astra coin pushers and various Bar‑X style cabinets, offers a bar with snacks, and recreates an authentic 80s/90s arcade atmosphere with large jackpots and wheelchair access.

Review: Centre For Computing History | Hackaday

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Centre for Computing History (Cambridge) is a hands-on museum of vintage computing and games, with an extensive working collection of 1970s–1990s home computers, consoles, arcade machines and related exhibits. The museum features interactive displays, educational material and special highlights such as the Megaprocessor and rare Domesday/laserdisc hardware.

Revival Games – Welcome to Revival Games

Plympton (Plymouth), Devon

Revival Games is an independent retro games shop in Plympton (Plymouth) stocking a wide range of classic consoles and titles — from Atari, Amiga and Commodore to Nintendo and Sega systems, plus PS1/PS2-era games. They buy, sell and trade collections, run a repair and disc resurfacing service, offer Game Boy restoration and modding (including new screens and battery saves), and host gaming parties.

Right Sprite retro gaming upgrades and mods - Right Sprite Retro

UK-based online retailer specialising in retro console upgrades, mod kits and accessories. Stocks HDMI/video adapters, USB‑C power mods, SD loader and soft‑mod kits, GameCube/PS/console-specific upgrades and reproduction carts for classic systems (Mega Drive, SNES, N64, PS1/PS2, Dreamcast, Sega Saturn, GameCube, Wii, PSP). Offers UK and international shipping.

Robert Smith Repairs Ltd, 178 Sackville Rd, Hove, BN3 7AL

Hove

Independent repair shop in Hove specialising in TV, video, record deck/turntable, amplifier and general audio repairs, plus gaming equipment. Long-established local business offering diagnostics (diagnostic fee deducted from repairs), insurance confirmation letters for equipment beyond economic repair, and counter drop-off service (no home visits).

Roxy's Arcade | 292 MASS AVE, CENTRAL SQ CAMBRIDGE

Cambridge

Speakeasy-style arcade bar in Central Square, Cambridge offering token-operated arcade machines, food and drinks, and private events. Open evenings for 21+ and family-friendly sessions on Saturdays; hosts events, sells gift cards and operates a game list and token machines on site.

Saving a Classic Computer - National Videogame MuseumNational Videogame Museum -

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

National Videogame Museum (Sheffield) is the UK’s dedicated videogame museum, housing over 100 playable exhibits — from original arcade cabinets and vintage consoles (including Game Boy items) to modern systems — and preserving a collection of around 5,000 videogame objects. The museum runs exhibitions, educational workshops, research projects and public collecting initiatives.

Sega Dreamcast CleanPower USB-C Power Modification – Phone Fix

Phone Fix is a UK repair specialist offering console repairs and modifications with an online shop. They provide a CleanPower USB-C power modification for the Sega Dreamcast and list Sega Game Gear repairs/modifications alongside phone, tablet and computer repair services.

Sega Master System - Sega Master System Repairs - Videogamesnewyork

New York

Videogamesnewyork is a New York-based retro games retailer and service centre offering Sega Master System repairs, parts and upgrades alongside a wide range of classic console hardware, accessories and refurbishment services. They provide in-store diagnostics, repair and upgrade work, online sales and trade-in options for vintage gaming systems.