The first few months of the year are usually pretty quiet on the retail front, but there are always great retro gaming delights to be found – if you know where to look!
Below, you'll find a selection of new retro-related goodies that have launched recently or that are now available to pre-order, updated for April 2024, followed by a guide of staple gifts that are always sure to go down a treat with any retro-loving gamer in your life.
So, if you're looking for some retro gift inspiration, unique gaming treats, or just the best presents for gamers, keep on reading!
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Let's kick things off with a selection of new products that have either launched over the past few weeks, or are just now up for pre-order and launching in the coming months. We're talking new game releases inspired by the classics, retro merch and collectables, and more!
Hardware » Arcade
Hardware » Keyboards
Games » PS5 Games
Games » Switch Games
Accessories » Switch Cases
Accessories » Controllers
Accessories » Bags
Accessories » Accessories
Accessories » Pokemon Cards
Accessories » Trading Cards
Accessories » Racing Seats
Clothing » T-Shirts
Clothing » Jackets
Clothing » Hats
Pin Badges
Statues
The Very Best Retro Gaming Gifts
As well as all of the new goodies above, there are some gifts that'll simply never go out of style. Feel free to browse through our picks of the best retro gaming gifts below to find some inspiration – we're sure you'll spot something that will make the perfect present.
Retro Consoles
Want to get your hands on some of the best retro systems out there? Look no further:
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Home Arcade
If you've got the cash to splash, these home arcade replicas will quite literally transform any games room! You can also check out Numskull's full Quarter Arcade range for more inspiration.
Retro Gaming Books
When you can't be playing retro classics, what's the next best thing? Reading about them, of course!
Statues & Figures
Look, your mantelpiece will thank you for it...
Board Games
The more games the merrier, we say! Here's a selection of board games you should consider:
Nintendo Switch eShop Vouchers & Xbox Game Pass Subscriptions
It's important to remember that even today's modern consoles are home to countless retro titles thanks to their digital storefronts. If you or the person you're buying for is lucky enough to own a Switch or an Xbox, we have our very own vouchers that would make for a perfect treat.
These Switch eShop vouchers will allow you to add funds to your account so that you can browse Nintendo's eShop for all the best retro games. Likewise, an Xbox Game Pass subscription also gives you access to lots of classic hits (keep an eye out for any discounts, which will be shown below if available):
Switch eShop Credit
Xbox Game Pass
Nintendo Switch Online Subscriptions
Likewise, a Nintendo Switch Online subscription gives Switch owners even more options. A standard subscription grants access to a library of classic NES and SNES games, while picking up the more expensive Expansion Pack option also adds on classic Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance and SEGA Mega Drive games:
