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Best Places To Buy Vintage Video Games & Accessories In OC

September 1, 2015 / 5:00 AM PDT / KCAL News

1977 witnessed the introduction of both "Star Wars" and the Atari 2600, one of the earliest video game systems on the market. Almost 40 years later, modern game consoles have far exceeded their ancestors in terms of speed, graphics and story. Yet, classic 2600 games like "Pitfall!" and "Adventure" still have their appeal. In honor of National Video Game Day on Sept.12, dust off that old NES or Sega Genesis and check out the games available at the following OC merchants.

Video Game Geeks
2221 W Ball Road, Unit A
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 817-7440
www.videogamegeeks.com

Video games have changed quite a bit since this shop opened in 2002, but the staff still embraces the historic roots of the industry. Video Game Geeks stocks classic game systems and cartridges, as well as the latest and greatest consoles. It's a good starting point for Sega Genesis games or cartridges for Nintendo or Super Nintendo systems. Purchasing a "Geek Card" at the shop also entitles you to ten free disc repairs plus discounts on used game purchases.

PTR Games
3505 E. Chapman Ave., Suite D
Orange, CA 92869-3852
(714) 769-4263
www.ptrgames.com

PTR (Play,Trade, Repair) Games has a selection of retro games as well as newer systems. Delivering excellent customer service, the shop offers repairs on later model video game consoles as well as disc cleanings. Looking for "Legend of Zelda" or other Nintendo 64 games? Chances are pretty good PTR will have them in stock. The store also offers a premium membership that gives you an extra 10 percent discount on used accessories and games.

Gameplay
5911 E. Spring St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 421-6880
www.facebook.com/gameplaylb

Located in Long Beach, this shop carries some Atari 2600 and 5200 games as well as Sega Genesis, Nintendo and Super Nintendo cartridges. Vintage consoles sometimes come into the shop via trade-in. Near the end of the year, Gameplay also tries to stock up on refurbished consoles from distributors. Customer service, in person or by phone, is quite good at this OC retailer. Searching for a classic PS1 game, one that you always wanted to play? Check out the inventory at Gameplay.

Play N Trade
25106 Marguerite Parkway, Suite 2
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
(949) 588-7529
www.playntrade.com

Video game software and consoles are constantly evolving, and most electronic and game stores carry the latest generations. In addition to newer models, Play N Trade has vintage equipment and classic games for sale. One Yelp reviewer even spotted a rare Nintendo Virtual Boy (circa 1995) in their inventory. Play N Trade exemplifies what it means to be a local business, offering good customer service and hard-to-find accessories and parts. If you're in need of a classic NES or PS1 fix, stop by Play N Trade.

Game Geeks
12893 Harbor Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 539-0888

What happens when you want new discs for a Nintendo GameCube? The best place to go in the OC is Game Geeks. Some of their strengths are product knowledge, customer service and inventory of old school games and equipment. Game Geeks just might have a replacement for a missing controller or connector. This Garden Grove business also repairs certain video game systems and consoles.

Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Steven Bryan calls Irvine, California his home. A freelance writer for more than 20 years, he has interviewed a wide range of notable celebrities, including a variety of up-and-coming musicians and artists as well. Passionate about movies and comic books, he also makes an annual pilgrimage to the San Diego Comic-Con.

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