Boom Boom Games is fantastic. They are an absolute gem of a retro game and collectible store…read more Their inventory is my favorite part about them. They always have a lot of cool things in stock. They also have things you would have trouble finding elsewhere. You can visit them one week, and the next week they have more great stuff in. I haven't been a frequent customer at the other retro gaming stores in the area because it's always the same products. Boom Boom always has new and exciting things, so they're worth the frequent visits. They price things fairly, and their rewards program gives you opportunities to save money with points redemption. Every dollar counts! The staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They constantly run events in store. The owner, Ben, runs an Easter Egg Hunt around Billerica with prizes. My children love it and look forward to it annually! Boom Boom just recently did a Christmas raffle, and for Thanksgiving they did a Turkey Shoot (nerf gun to an electronic target) to determine percentage off the purchase. They keep things fresh and give everyone a chance to get involved in the fun. It's obvious how much the Ben cares and is passionate about the store, and the customers who frequent it. They're also very active on socials to keep everyone informed on the latest updates. I've recently them doing unboxing videos. They have been interesting to watch to get a first look at what's coming in. I am a collector of all things retro gaming, and Boom Boom games is where most of my items come from. Not to mention they have clothing items, retro toys to make you feel nostalgic, and it's not my thing, but they have a substantial wrestling toy and item collection. They also get video games and consoles in pretty quickly. I've gone there on the day of releases before to get games ahead of the crowd. This hasn't been an issue for them. Me and my family will definitely be back there often, as each one of us finds things we love at Boom Boom.

I have no idea why this page says it is wheelchair accessible. I typically use a rollator when I go…read moreout, and it could not fit in there. I'm mobile to to be able to switch to a cane for a short time, but that limits how long I can spend anywhere. The store is very tiny and cramped. It seemed very well stocked, but again, I could not stay long. Customer service was non-existence. The only thing the cashier said to me was asking if I wanted my receipt or not.

My go-to store for video games and Magic. Ko, the owner, is friendly (and so is the guy he has on…read morestaff), attentive to your needs. If you need a card, he's happy to order one, and his prices are fair. There's a space in the back if you want to play Magic or test out a game too. The community is welcoming and will teach you to play if need be. Would highly recommend coming here for Magic or Smash.

From the owner: Our business specializes in Magic The Gathering, Pokemon, and Yu-Gi-Oh Cards. We also sell retro…read morevideo games and consoles, as well as performing console and controller repair.

I really enjoyed walking into this store. I felt like I was in a gamers museum because of the old…read morediscontinued consoles displayed on the wall. If you're looking for old game cartridges, I recommend you stop by.

This spot is a little tight but it has a lot of ol' school merch. Against the wall there were a…read morebunch of consoles or their boxes from back in the day. Neo Geo,Atari,Dreamcast,Turbo Grafx 16,Nintendo,etc. That was pretty cool. They also had tons of video games for those consoles. This store def put me down memory lane.

Amazing and friendly atmosphere. Crystal and Adam go out of their way to be helpful and offer some…read moreof the best prices available, for buying and selling. This shop is a must for anyone looking for older games and consoles

I love going here despite the drive being about 45-ish minutes from my home. It's totally worth it!…read moreThe staff are super nice and funny, and it's great to chat with them while looking through their relatively HUGE collection compared to other places around. Their prices are also super good, and all in all they're just a great place.

What a great shop. It has comics, toys, statues , art , games and is a great meeting place to play…read moreD&D! The shop is quite large and the staff friendly & helpful! So when you're in the area stop on by! You won't be disappointed!

Great resource for comics with a personable staff, A surprising rarity among comic shops. I highly…read morerecommend if your looking for some comic gems.

Notyour traditional arcade but mainly caters to the more serious gaming crowd. They have the…read moreInitial D cabs here which is really cool. Lots of used video games.... PS1 thru PS5. Same for Xbox and other systems, even handheld. If you're looking for a hard to find old disc game this is your place. They host tournaments as well. Alot of tvs setup for gaming competitions. The staff is knowledgeable, but some are aloof on their phones at times. Great place for some old arcade machines but mostly catering to Japanese style arcade with DDR and other similar machines. Pretty cool. A good way to kill time if you're into gaming. Not alot for a little kid to do but there is skeeball and such

Dirty, poorly organized, annoying, no service. Overpriced game. Felt like I had to shower after I…read moreleft. Check out Replay'd in Allston.

Pretty sure I met the owner when I visited, super nice dude! Also the largest selection of VHS…read moretapes I've seen in a while, at good prices! Absolutely recommend this place, especially if you're looking for tapes.

Such a fun and funky shop and LOVE that they were open on a Monday as it's the only day I had to…read morePoke around! Great vibe and music and Pete was such a pleasure and shared great info!

Great place to buy games and other merchandise. Have been going there every time I've ever wanted…read moreto buy stuff pertaining to my interests. Amazing selection and great value.

I frequent as many used video game stores as I can, and Bazaar Game Trading is one of my absolute…read morefavorites. Every time I visit, I feel like there is something new to discover in their inventory, and the space, though small, has great vibes. The staff is attentive and they are always eager to help me find something or just chat about games. There are great benefits to shopping their regularly too via their discount program, which is icing on the cake. I can't recommend Bazaar highly enough. Pay them a visit!

Chris's Comics has been a part of my life since childhood. I remember begging my mom and…read moregrandmother to take me there in search of the hottest Pokémon cards. Now, 20 years later, my love for collecting has been rekindled, and Chris's Comics is still my go-to spot. The newest Pokémon card sets are nearly impossible to find elsewhere, yet somehow, Chris's Comics always has them in stock. They also buy cards--something I plan on taking advantage of soon--and sell singles for collectors looking for specific finds. Even if you're not into Pokémon, they have an impressive selection of trading cards, from sports to Magic: The Gathering and more. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just getting started, this shop is a gem. Highly recommend!

Great place and always good service. I find good deals when digging through old comics. Love the…read morefifty cent section!

I actually only stopped by here for a few minutes when I was in the area, as I'd never been before…read more Didn't get the chance to buy anything quite yet, but I will definitely be back regularly. These types of stores tend to be on the unorganized side, but GOOD LORD this place was meticulously arranged for what it is. Retro games were ALPHABETIZED. I was in heaven. It's fun just to poke around in this place, as opposed to other used gaming or second hand stores where it's basically all a jumble like some sadistic treasure hunt. Prices are fair. Obviously you're not going to get eBay-type prices, but this goes for any physical store selling items like this. Core Gaming's prices are very fair when compared to other stores of this type. I love searching around in bargain bins of N64 games and things like that, and this place had well organized bargain bins. WELL ORGANIZED BARGAIN BINS. That sounds like an oxymoron, but I assure you it is not. The location is good. The parking lot can be a bear to get in and out of at certain times of day, but I assure you that this is the fault of the city of Salem NH and not of Core Gaming.

I used to love coming here. They tend to have really cool things and lots of items in stock…read more However their prices tend to be insanely high on most things, to the point where you'd might as well buy them online. They also wouldn't let me price match a game on their own website while I was in the store! The game was twice as much in the store than it was on their own website! This location has gotten terrible in the last 2 years...