Excellent place to sell your old consoles and games! I got much more cash then what I was…read moreexpecting. Staff is very friendly and was quick to evaluate all my stuff. They have some pinball machines and arcade games to play while I waited. Looking through their inventory was like a walk through memory lane. If you're looking for old retro gaming, this is definitely the place. Highly recommended!

Came into the shop yesterday and Punky helped me find the exact game (Pokemon firered) I was…read morelooking for! His customer service was awesome and he took very good care of me. My gf wanted to buy animal crossing the following day, and because of my experience the previous day, we called today and came back in. They had the game! Armando helped me out this time, also giving great customer service and recommending us games to play. Overall the staff here has been very friendly, prices have been very competitive and my experience has been great! Looking forward to coming back again! Thanks so much.

Retro Games Plus is a hidden gem if you're into old-school gaming. I mainly go for their PS2…read moreselection, and they always seem to have solid titles in good condition, but honestly they've got everything--from classic cartridges to newer consoles. The staff is chill and helpful without hovering, which makes it easy to just browse and take your time. Prices are fair, and the nostalgia factor alone makes it worth stopping by. Definitely a go-to spot if you're trying to build up your collection or just relive some classics.

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME!!…read more I should have known by the mixed reviews. I drove 30 minutes out of the way, hoping for quality service. I took two bins of vintage games to them to get looked at. Gotta call the next afternoon with a very low ball offer ...they claim to pay the most......I went to BookOff the week before and got quoted double the price??? Then I was told that two of the gaming systems didn't work . I had no issues with BookOff. BookOff tested them, they had no issues. When I went to pick up my stuff, I guess a third gaming system-had been added to the not working list it had a bight green posted attached. Thankfully... Just picked up my money from BookOff with no issues they took all the systems. ***Math isn't mathing.

I've come by Kingslayer Games a few times over the last few months and my last experience here made…read moreme happy that there was a solid LCS nearby. They normally have a fair amount of sealed for different TCGs with singles in their glass case. I do wish they did carry more One Piece singles/sealed. I came recently for the release of the new One Piece set. They resolved an issue of people trying to save spots in line with their chairs. They handled it very well and professionally, which showed me that Kingslayer respects and cares for their community. I'll be visiting their new store once they change locations!

Yall got some employees willing to steal from customers...... it was a girl employee on a saturday…read moreat the far left cashier around 2-4pm Kept saying to come back later when its not as busy and then fumbled through my cards and pocketed some ...... BAD BUSINESS

Staff were super super nice and fun to talk to. Prices were super good and meant to be super…read moreconsumer friendly. I will 100% come back for any console repairs or any game purchases.

Hands down the best honest and reliable gaming techs in town. They communicate throughout the whole…read moreprocess and only begin the actual repair once you approve of the price. If you're not in town, the drive is definitely worth it wherever you're coming from Out of all the places I've called, they had the best price. Came in to fix the fan on my PS5 along with 3 controllers. Only 2 controllers were able to be fixed as one of them did have water damage, but it's always good to check. Another reason I say they're honest, is because the tech told me I could still use pieces from the damaged controller as parts.

*Updating my review to something more neutral but still reflects my experience. I found out that…read morethis store's short staffed and that's probably why there's a lack of clear communication. I hope they're able to get the help that they need to help support their community, but I still stand by the frustration experienced when attempting to reach out multiple times.* I've spent a good amount of time calling this store trying to get ahold of a worker for clarification on a tournament they are holding. The phone doesn't even fully ring before you get sent to voicemail so I want to assume they're declining the call, but hopefully I'm wrong. Called since their opening and between the hours and still no luck talking to someone. They don't respond to their socials either. This feels very unwelcoming to new folks trying to stop by and support their shop. Unfortunately I cant comment on anything else from this shop as this was enough to deter me and my friends from wanting to visit, but it's great to hear from their community about their situation which clearly means their locals are happy playing there.

Amazing staff and super chill environment. You can tell the people here have a lot of friends here…read morein the community. They host a lot of cool events and tournaments and the owner is really nice. I saw him give kids some "help" getting their grail cards multiple times. He's a kid at heart so he always tries his best to help their eyes light up. I always go here to check out their new Gundam models even though they're mainly known for their TCG and other collectables. If you're looking for TCG, always come early and speak to the staff about what they have coming in because you guys know the struggles are real right now!

Maybe it's the proximity of this particular location to Japanese businesses or perhaps there's just…read moresomething about this part of OC, but I found this Bookoff to be a delight. Sure, the parking can be hectic sometimes. After all, there is a Tokyo Central right next to it, but that's what makes this location so good. You can spend hours perusing the aisles for some good finds but can take a break and get some Pocky or a bento or a Fanta nearby without ever breaking theme. What's even better is it feels like the employees enjoy working here. They greet you warmly when you walk in and that hospitality Japan is known for is reflected in this staff, even if they aren't Japanese and this isn't Japan; the spirit still carries. So does the nostalgia walking through the aisles. If you played video games throughout the 90s to now you'll see pieces of your childhood everywhere you look: a Super Famicom with Chrono Trigger for sale or a Vegeta action figure going Super Saiyan or the many mangas of Rumiko Takahashi such as Ranma 1/2 or Inuyasha. In encapsulates otaku culture through the ages well. Even looking for books of different genres and authors can be found, some new but most used. It doesn't mean they aren't good. It just means they're pre-loved. This means you can get a bargain for some books you might have been meaning to check out for a great price. They also have book sales all the time. If you feel a need to lighten your collection at home, whether it be action figure or games you no longer play, Bookoff buys them from you. It means your cash could go even further if you have things to sell. Though the size of Bookoffs in America does have me wishing they were larger like their Japanese counterparts they do pack quite a lot for the space they occupy. You can spend 15 minutes to multiple hours here, depending on what you're looking for. I say that means it's worth checking out. After all, the worst that can happen is if you don't find anything to tickle your fancy you can always go to Tokyo Central or IKEA right after.

I love this spot. It's one of the OGs, and I've been coming here for a long time. There are some…read moregenuinely great finds--plenty of $1 items, solid deals on DVDs, and every once in a while something really special slips through the cracks. That said, the pricing is all over the place. It's obvious they rely heavily on some kind of algorithm to assign value, and when it works in your favor, it really works. I've picked up items worth hundreds of dollars for a few bucks. But the flip side is rough--things priced at $100 that you could easily find for $10-15 elsewhere. That inconsistency is both the magic and the frustration. Selling to them is another story. They'll give you next to nothing unless it's something truly high-end, and even then, you're usually better off selling elsewhere. The margins are so far off at times that it really makes you wonder who's willing to take those deals. They do require ID and seem to follow the rules, but the reality is this kind of setup attracts people who either don't know what they have, don't care, are impatient, or are desperate. And yes, it also likely attracts people unloading stolen goods because they know the items are valuable, even if the payout is low. The store itself is very DIY. Nothing is cataloged, staff can't really help you with inventory, and what you see is what's available. Customer service is minimal--they're mostly focused on sorting and loss prevention. There's also an awkward dynamic between management and floor staff that you can feel when you're in there. At the end of the day, this place is a gamble. Sometimes you walk out feeling like you scored big. Other times you find something rare and exciting that's priced so high it might as well be untouchable. It almost screams desperation and lack of knowledge on the selling side--but ironically, that's exactly what brings in so much good stuff. If you know what you're doing and have patience, this place can be incredible. If not, it'll just feel chaotic.

Today I went into the store because they had a specific item that I wanted. A gentleman over the…read morephone was nice, answered any questions I had and held my item. When I arrived I told the woman named London (738458) that I had 5 trade-in's as the gentleman said it was ok to do. Almost immediately she starts raising her voice and saying that I can't stack. I told her that I was aware and was going to make 5 separate transactions. I brought my boyfriend and 3 children. With the same tone she continued to talk down to me and says that she doesn't take toys but the posters were ok. Again she proceeds to tell me that I can't stack and that it's 18 and over only that can trade, no children. The gentleman that I spoke to earlier apologizes to me for his mistake and I understood. As I continued to ask her questions to make sure I understood how trade ins work she continued to raise her voice, almost yelling. My anxiety started kicking in and asked her to stop talking to me in that manner, I was simply asking questions to better understand. I requested the gentleman to help me and she said, "no, I'm the manager and he's in training!" I had to ask her a total of two times to stop raising her voice at me for her to stop. On the inside I was on the verge of wanting to cry. I pretended like what she did didn't bother me just so I can get items as they were gifts. I was embarrassed with the treatment, especially in front of my family. My two boys only aged 9 and 11. Please change this behavior of hers. Negative attitude like that will be the downfall of the rest of the GameStop stores. I recently renewed my membership and would hate for that to happen. I will now be avoiding this store at all costs. Store address: 2200 Harbor BLVD Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Date and time of incident; 12/6/2025 Transaction: 1:29pm

Just went into this GameStop to get my pokemon cards graded for the first time and had a great…read moreexperience. We were helped by Leia, who was very knowledgeable about grading cards and was kind enough to teach us the process. Although it does cost a little bit to grade cards, the overall process was pretty quick and easy. The store itself was super clean, all the staff were very kind, and the selection was good. All in all, this is a really good GameStop store with great staff.

Took a drive from Irvine, CA to check out this store. I was amazed to see how much & specific…read moreunique items they had here. It was exciting to see other hobbyists than just tcg collectors. But I'd have to admit I've never seen such poor service in my life. When it comes to being around other hobbyists. I waiting in line to be helped while the girl behind the register finished helping her current customer. She seemed very polite & helpful. But that became very obvious that it was because she was flirtatious with the clients. When I proceeded to then ask a question if they had TCG Cards (Pokemon or One Piece). She did answer that they had sold out, but then proceeded to just act like I didn't exist. Not sure, why I would need to have to be flirty just to buy an item they have behind the register. I genuinely just wanted to look at the One Piece Deck set that was behind the worker with the Comb Over. Who also proceeded to act like I didn't exist. Not my fault they're physically attractive to be my type to flirt my way into a sale. Definitely wack employees today. Anyways, definitely check out the BULGOGI KBBQ! The server barely spoke English & their service was WAY MORE EXCEPTIONAL! Great Food!

Leo is the best! Everyone on the Discord is awesome too! Definitely coming back for their weekly…read moreevents!

It's not really a review of the establishment, which is great. They were helpful with my questions…read morebut more of can you please add a phone number to your website?

Many systems are over market value. And Clerks aren't engaging. Came in on day to check it out. I…read moreasked the 2 clerks a question about 2 handheld consoles on pricing. They answering me as if they wanted me to just go away and not engage in a conversation. They were busy trying to see what to order of food on the computer. Seriously guys that's not how you sell.

If you're new to Bookoff, this is a great place to start as it's not so overwhelming. You can find…read morea great selection of Anime merchandise, I was so Happy to find a vintage Hello Kitty Charm for my work bag. If there was something like this near me when I was growing up, damage would have been done. Made me miss Japan walking into Bookoff and enjoying the merchandise!

I think this is my favorite Bookoff that I've been to! It's definitely the smallest, but it's also…read morethe most organized. It's a lot cheaper than the Costa Mesa location, especially for the items they have on the shelves. I don't really understand how their pricing works though. I've seen identical items be priced differently, so I'm not sure what determines that. It's really fun to look around since their stock is always changing, and they have great prices for their Pokemon items. I've gotten a lot of unique items here that would have been much more expensive to buy directly from Japan because of all the new tariffs. Overall, this place is definitely worth the visit! There's so many cool things you can find if you take the time to look through their stock. The workers don't mind if you're there for a long time either which is great. Unfortunately, the parking lot is pretty terrible around noon, but it's fine later in the day.