Local mom and pop shops have been on the steep decline for many years now. The current pandemic hasnt helped at all. So to see a mom and pop shop like Videogames New York still standing is a sight to behold. Aside from being a local, privately owned store by actual gamers, its one of the only, if not the only store left that has rare collectible games, retro games, and various other games and consoles from Japan.In addition to this, they also have most of the Limited Run stuff, so you can pick them up without having to deal with the hassle of online shopping. Its worth a visit.

Their collection is amazing. Staff for sure more friendlier then another place I’ve been... in midtown...This is a must stop for any gamers. They truly hold the culture of gaming here and so blessed a game shop like this exist. Picked up a GG game and will definitely be back.

Courteous staff, knowledgeable of games, accessories, and other tech tidbits, clean area to browse their mini museum of vintage consoles and games of years past, a great to feel at home while out of home experience for all ages, repairs available at a reasonable price, one of the last video game stores able to survive it all with their new and used systems, available for visuals and sale, and just a great chill spot to talk about anything gaming. Truly a fan gamers place to play and enjoy for all generations.

Video Games New York is EPIC! This store was clean and organized. The staff was very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. They literally have ALL your gaming needs. From Retro to Contemporary, pick your pleasure. In my visit today, I spotted a brand new Atari and games...enough said. I am going back!

Lots of game need a lot of time to spend

Super filled w retro gaming goods! New stuff too. Lots of vintage Nintendo power and players guides too, if you’re into that! Definitely worth checking out – prices are very fair!

Its a good store, but I bought a game that didnt work. You would think for such a nice store that is so well known they would test their games when they come in. I didnt get my money back but they gave me store credit. I would give this a 3, but they have a lot of rare games and most things are priced fairly.

They get a lot of flack but honestly the service is great and they carry stuff you really cant find any place else. Ive never had a bad experience here and they do more then sell video games.

This is the greatest retro video game store out there. I originally came here to get one or two game boy Vance games, but when I saw how many there were, I almost bought the whole shelf. This place is amazing, the people that work there is amazing, and I would recommend going here if you’re looking for any retro game

This store is the size of my bedroom and we some how spent an hour and a half here. Such a hit in the nostalgia. Gamers must visit. You will not be disappointed.

This small pocket of a games store is a huge treasure. In such a tiny space, a huge inventory is surprisingly showcased. And for nearly every system too! Whether a collector or a casual gamer, retro and current gaming is offered. For the hardcore collectors, a good amount of rarities and imports are available as well. I was definitely taken by surprise when seeing copies of Limited Run Gaming and Signature Edition titles, which have limited print released, available here for not much more than their initial pricing.

Love this place, they are always informed about old to new gaming and have stacks of treasures from our childhoods! Go out there and support!!

Theres nothing else to say except this store Fing Rocks! Ive spent almost 500.00 here in the past month filling up my Amiibo collection. By that I mean they have great prices..puts the whole ebay thing to shame. Guys who work here are super nice and helpful. This is what a video games store is meant to be!

They only want you there to make repairs. They have no advice on anything other than to bring it in and let us see it for two weeks or more. If you have any questions about anything best to just Google it, or go to a Mac or PC store they have better console support( ashamed to say that). There covid protocols are not followed very well there as well.

I just went to poke around, but it is a really cool place! A few things were a bit over-priced, but overall, most things were very fairly priced. The selection is phenomenal, with a bunch of imports from Japan, along with other rare and unusual items.

Fantastic customer service. I was visiting from out of town and they had everything I was looking for. Lots of hard to find games and limited run titles. I will absolutely be visiting them again.

Great friendly service, giant selection of games both new and classic for reasonable prices. BTW not a bot

I love this place one of my favorite videogame stores to go to.

Amazing selection of new and retro gaming. And excellent customer service. Trade in prices are reasonable. Definitely recommend stopping in if you’re a gamer or even a casual gamers could find something new they like

I went in to get my PSPs power checked and to get a possible replacement of a power cable by (Chris) around 4pm today (1/8/21).Note: His shift was over and he did not have to help, but did so anyway.So, Im writing this review because I want to give him (Chris) a shout out for his great customer service (and also for being really knowledgeable about a lot of the stores products and history. Add to that his personality lends itself to having an ease of conversation about just about anything, incl. retro and modern gaming.)Finally, the success and strength of a business is its ability to have repeat customers/clients. And since the first time Ive interacted with Chris, from phone to in-person support, Ive wanted to return to the person that gave me a positive shopping experience.Thanks and continue being awesome at what you do.

Great selection of new and old games. Nerd heaven if you have never been. So nostalgic to visit. I have purchased many original Game Boy games there!

Best place Ive seen so far in NYC for retro gaming and modded retro consoles. Im SO happy with my new custom GBA with backlight.

Fantastic selection. Reasonable prices. Knowledgeable staff thats not pushy but not completely dismissive like another retro store in the area. Had my GBA batteries replaced here also with quick and friendly service. The isles are pretty slim and it can get crowded though so be prepared to squeeze and take your covid protocols seriously.Plus there is a 3D printed Bender so they have that going on, which is nice.

Amazing Vibes sooooo much vintage to look at. 💎

Legendary place, still has PS3 signed by kojima

Good selection of games and their disc repair service is great. Thought I would never be able to play some of the games I brought to get repaired. 10/10 would shop again.

Great spot to find some classic games with the classic console plus the staff are friendly and fair!

If you love games, old or new, rare or common you will love this store. There are some incredible finds here if you collector or just someone interested in viewing cool stuff then I highly recommend. The owner is very personable and fun to talk to as well as knowledgeable.

Better than expected,I loved everything in the store,and so did my son.

All of the employees there have been super friendly and helpful. I’ve stopped here 5 or so times and every time they have been fantastic. There’s a great selection of games and consoles.

Great store, as a tourist they helped me very well to buy the items that are compatible with my region. Good prices and great deals. I will come back again when I’m in NYC. Keep up the great work guys!

Amazing collection of product and friendly staff. I found the prices a little inflated, but that makes sense based on the location. Unfortunately, because of the amazing amount of inventory it is a tight squeeze and can be a bit crowded which made me uncomfortable. I still recommend this location because they likely have exactly what you are looking for including limited run games.

So much stock! I messaged on Facebook about ps1 games and they sent me a picture of their case. I was in the area and had to visit. Although I had games in mind, I made it through the store to check out other items. Their collection of open retro systems was really cool. I ended up with two sealed ps1 games and an Xbox 360 games and paid a really fair price. Only downside is it’s tightly packed but I get that: NYC real estate + large inventory. Staff were busy but still helpful and thats a huge plus for me. In any collectible business you get your regulars or those trading stuff in, and these places have small staff so when crowded, attention can get diverted. But as soon as I asked for assistance I was helped and checked out super quick. Thanks for games and I’ll be back I’m sure. Especially with Mighty Quinn’s down the street.

Bought a disc only to realize it was severely damaged and wouldn’t even read. The second disc I bought also had cosmetic damages, but it would read the disc. I don’t know if it will play quite yet because I haven’t tested it. I’m quite surprised because all discs have “clean, tested, and guaranteed” on the packaging. Yet I happened to get two discs that seemed far from this……

I love the place, Ive never been there and didnt find something I wanted and I never left without buying anything.

Great place to buy imports and vintage games highly recommend.

Wow some serious selection in this place! Even if youre asking about the more obscure stuff chances are theyll have it. Pricing is ok. Some items reasonable, some were not. The guy running the place was friendly and knowledgeable. Took the time to explain a lot of things. Seems like they stand by firmly on what they sell and give you peace of mind with everything garaunteed. I purchased a rare item and explained I was just in town for a very short time and he explained to just call if there were ever any issues and that we could work something out or extend the warranty until I could get back. Seems like they care about repeat business. Again, they literally have everything including tons of 3rd party accessories and cables for all consoles including RGB Scart cables. Worth a look.

Talk about walking down memory lane!...this place was soo cool..love it!..I came here to get my super Nintendo fix ..customer service was excellent..this is my game store from now on!

They have every system, game, and accessory under the sun. This place is a must visit for any videogame fan, you will see games that you forgot existed, this place is definitely a nostalgia trip.

Very legit. Picked up a NES recently and they made sure I was well sorted out with a proper unit. Respect.

Museum of video games with a lot for sale. They are premium priced but theres so much here that if youre looking for a gem, youll find it.

Great spot they pretty much have everything youre looking for many selections on games and consoles they even do game boy advance customs bare in my the store is a bit small but they makeup by having games throughout the whole store staff is amazing as well will go back for a psp soon.

I buy online from them and even find rare games for that arent outrageously priced. Great place and even better to know they arent scalpers

So many great old games from Atari, obscure Japanese systems, PS4 and everything in between. Its really cramped though. I had to keep moving to allow employees to pass while I was trying to look for a GameCube games in a narrow space. In a cleaner, spacious store I would gives it 5 stars.

A bit pricey, but a very cool selection.

Very friendly and helpful with a optimistic attitude to be working

Great place for rare and discontinued video games.

I have been going here since I was a teen. It is a place of wonder for the nostalgic and modern gamer. VGNY is a treasure of the city and anyone who considers themselves a collector/gamer owes it to themselves to come in and marvel at this store!

Best place to get retro or importated games or console. Prices are reasonable for some the games. Ill be coming back here again. Only wish the space was bigger hard to turn in the store when theres a lot people inside.

Excellent customer service great hidden location

This place is a pretty epic video game spot you must check out. I recommend you go check them out.

Great items. Very helpful and great service

Best retro game store in Manhattan

Awesome place!!! Looking for it since a long long time since i planned my trip to NY and i was not dissapointed. I found all Sanwa parts that i needed but best of all was the attentions and attitude from Nick, damm he even made himself the cable i needed for my joystick. Store have plenty of games, consoles, accesorries, collectionables and stuff. A must go if you are on the city!!

The place is pretty small and it follows covet guidelines It has multiple sections and a great array of video games and consoles they also repair controllers and consoles as well as sell upscale game boys and some modded devices like backlighted devices some titles and consoles they carry are everything from PlayStation 5,,4,3,2,1, Dreamcast, GameCube, Xbox, Xbox, 360 Xbox One, super Nintendo, Sega Genesis, famicom, ColecoVision, Nintendo 64,super Nintendo, and more friendly environment diagnosis for problematic or non-functioning consoles and controllers are free and you only need a deposit to get your stuff started on repairs friendly environment and overall great customer service

The best. Like a used book store for games - complete with overstuffed, ramshackle shelving, thoughtful recommendations, and friendly staff. The atmosphere is like a garage mixed with an urban church mixed with a local deli.Got my Game Boy Color screen replaced here, they did a marvelous job and it came back better than ever. If I wasn’t so attached to my original turquoise case, I definitely would have swapped it out for one of the killer kiwi green or translucent purple cases they have available. They got game boy printers, they got link cables, they got GBA games in boxes with manuals, whacky special editions, limited run indies, they got it all!They also replace save batteries and de-gunk cartridges. Grateful to have somewhere to take old systems and find 3DS games that nobody else seems to ever have in stock.I really can’t overstate the incredible selection. Go here !!

So much cool retro stuff. Definitely worth a visit

Such a cool place to visit. If you are someone who is into retro video games, this place is definitely worth checking out.

Went in for PS4 repair and it was quick and affordable - very knowledgeable staff. Would recommend for any console repair needs.

So many things to look at. Bought a few things. Well worth my hour trip!

Fantastique pour un retrogamer comme moi / The place to be for a french retrogamer looking for No-PAL versions. Excellent.

Been here twice and I LOVE IT! The workers here are VERY knowledgeable about new and older games and consoles, they knew stuff about older consoles I didn’t even know were a thing. I purchased a backlit modified original Gameboy Advanced from them and I love it, they were very helpful. Definitely plan on doing some more retro game purchasing here as long as they have what I’m looking for 👍

This is a place that us always going to be a travel in time for me. To see the games, magazines, and a few 9gher rarities from my youth is always a treat. For the modern, always uo to date with whats out. No, they are not GameStop which means, not everything will be in stock. What makes up for that though is the entire staff that will talk to you about options for gaming with a knowledge base that is second to none.

Came here to get a Model 2 Saturn and something to flash Pseudo Saturn on. These guys know their stuff! My favorite thing on display is the PS3 signed by kojima. These guys have pretty much everything you could want. Nothing better on the East Coast.

Friend of mine showed me this place, ever since i would check it now and then. Nostalgia kick in...

I visited on 8/19/19 because I got word from a friend that they received copies of Control, so I called and asked them to hold a copy and they did! Made the experience smooth, quick and easy. 10/10 will buy from again.

I like so many games. Theres import games and a lot more. I like this store. Its the greatest game store there is.

Great place with a TON of old games and consoles.

Ive only been here a handful of times and the last time I was here was back in February 2020.This place is pretty small, but its tightly packed. Just about every inch of the store is covered with all sorts of game related merchandise and its amazing. Some sections of the store are uncomfortable to get through, so youre better off trying to come here when there arent that many people inside.This place is like a museum and Im sure that the owners dont mind people coming in just to look, but I wouldnt spend an obscene amount of time just looking.With how easy it is to buy just about anything online nowadays, I wouldnt say its absolutely necessary to buy instore, but its still worth it because of all the interesting things this place has to offer.Ive been a gamer since the early 90s and Ive owned all sorts of games and consoles, but this place still has plenty of new things to offer to a person such as myself. They have a lot of stuff thats been imported from Japan, and Im pretty sure they have (or had) a console signed by Hideo Kojima.Im sure that places like this are a dime a dozen in Akihabara, but how many of us will actually get to visit Japan?I dont know how the stores being run during the pandemic, but I have good memories with this place before any of that happened.Though I like this store and what it has to offer, its worth mentioning that some of their prices are more expensive than Id like. Im sure that its due to having to compete with websites and how rent in NYC isnt cheap, but Im not always eager to pay more than whats required. I dont say that to turn you away, but to inform that though this place is cool in more ways than one, you may not be satisfied with how some of its products are priced.If youre a gamer, you owe it to yourself to visit this place at least once.

Amazing selection!

They have a lot of games to offer. Unfortunately 70% a bit over retail. But great for those hard to find games.

Huge assortment of retro and vintage games, systems, and accessories. Be sure to spend some time checking out the collection of historically important systems, some of them signed!

The nicest guys in the city.

Great place for collectors and casuals alike!

Its phenomenal the staffs is friendly, they have a great amount of options to choose from and they have knowledge about games

Tons and TONS of video games of all eras stacked and displayed all around the store. Great selection of Amiibos with decent prices.

Got some awesome retro games

Amazing video games collection

Best video game store in nyc

Very retro type place...alot of old school stuff that corporate type stores dont have. Great place!!!

BEST STORE IN THE WORLD. Periodt.

My online experience has been amazing I purchased a silver GameCube and it works perfectly! It’s in great condition also I had a few questions about a few of my other items I purchased and a employee named Carlos was super helpful and nice! I found my new favorite game store. 🙏🏼

Knowledgeable abs friendly staff

Nice place, a little cramped .I wasnt greeted when I entered the store but maybe Im nickpicking also when I said thank you all you hear is crickets ...in this case only button mashing.

One if the best place to see classic, retro, and exclusive video games in NYC.

While looking around for a birthday present I found videogamesnewyork. I placed my order for 3 of the same game for the Nintendo Switch. Item arrived promptly but only problem was I was sent 3 copies of a different game (i guess they didnt take care in my packing sure i got the right game). Packing slip confirmed the game I purchased but item sent was not the one I ordered. Return label was sent promptly after I called to notify them but the supervisor of the store who i wished to talk to would not return my call to discuss the matter. Now im without the item for the birthday because they couldnt ship the MY ORIGINAL order until the wrong order arrives to them. Buyer beware they really dont care to admit when they make a mistake. Last purchase with them

Love this place, my favorite place to buy video games

Good selection, good prices for the area

This place has every game system and game to play them. U name any old game from the 80s and 90s and they have it in their. So for all us old game heads from the 80s and 90s this is the game stop for US

I found this place while first browsing the internet for retro stuff. Visiting the store, you see all types of games for all systems old and new. The guys who work there are always helpful in finding what I need if they have it. They do repairs and upgrades too, check it out for yourself and see.

Very over expensive. And you feel awkward because you cant browse correctly. Everything us locked up and requires an employee. I would have 100% spent more $ if it wasnt with an employee watching my every move

They have literally everything you can ask for and more. I couldn’t pick out a game so I just picked up a classic guitar hero 3 which was in great condition for a cheap price of $10 dollars

The store is kept just a *touch* too warm, but that aside Im so glad I took the time to walk there from work. They were clear, honest, and friendly in their assessment of the issue with my sons handheld game. They advised based on what would be best for me, not for them. Much appreciated. Will be back.

If you love retro gaming... this is the holy land. From incredibly rare hardware and games, to hard to find mods... this is one of the greatest game stores Ive ever been to.

Amazing website. Fantastic selection of switch games. Very reliable service. Unreal fast shipping and solid packaging, and I am pretty picky about my games.

Chances are they got the game, the system, the accessory you need. They have everything from vintage games to the latest releases with everything in between. Its pretty much a museum for gaming with everything displayed in cases and some out on display. It can get A little claustrophobic if its busy. But a great place to stop by look around and chat.

Amazing place. I highly recommend anyone with some love for gaming visit this place. The store is really well organized with beautiful displays. Staff is excellent. Jay was happy to help me find what I was looking for, while being very knowledgeable and extremely patient. I will definitely visit again. Thank you!

Great fast service with everything explained clearly. Thanks guys!

This stores fantastic. I only get to shop here once a year when they come to Canada. Lots of selection on imports and rather uncommon games.

Great place to find hard to get item and very affordable as well.