Game Store owner paid $40,000 for THIS?!

[@retrorick]

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[@monkstandinglast]

Thieves are going there now, not cool that bit should not have highlighted that publicly instead just tell the guy privately.

[@JampackSam]

Scott is one of the nicest dudes out there. Gamers Alley was my middle school friend group’s go-to game store. I moved and stopped swinging by as often, but ran into Scott at SEGE last year and he immediately recognized me 13 years later. You don’t see businesses and business owners like that every day. 👍

[@AquaShibby3000]

Dude hasn't changed a bit, either. Former employee from the Cramerton and Dallas days, and that's still the only spot I'll go to for games and things.

[@ChonkySlotDonkey]

This guy's shop has all the things that hit me right in the feels.... 10/10 would construct my man cave exactly after the items he has in his store!!

[@brokenastartes2848]

I’ve always wondered how the original creators of some of these high value games feel seeing the current value of their games. Like are they flattered, proud or just dumbfounded.

[@georgehernandez2156]

Probably regretful for not keeping a copy, or more of them.

[@bradtraq1]

Probably all of those, plus what Georgehernandez said.

[@AlSimmons-km6ge]

There’s a plethora of game store owners from 10+ years ago kicking themselves in the head for selling all this shit in a dollar bin

[@djhenotic_]

@@AlSimmons-km6ge I vividly remember picking up spike Mc fang for $2-$5 about 18 yrs ago & bunch of others from those bins! When I was younger and started my collecting journey was broke but bought what I could afford at the time.

[@samsonhaze6595]

I’d be hella pissed if some mid-level job I had decades ago produced something that’s worth a small fortune today 😂 That being said if I ever make anything of the sort, I’ll be sure to stockpile like 20 copies and have all the other devs sign them 😂

[@PelucheProductions]

This guy curates his collection. Got that in common. Just no reason to have it all.

[@Vag-Poop]

not with that attitude

[@kliphdiesel3590]

$40k and you’re unfolding and folding it? Frame it!

[@AquaShibby3000]

That's Scott for you haha, he wants to show people how cool it is, and has it because it's neat, the value down the road was never the biggest concern for him

[@retrojoeri]

paid 40.000 for the complete collection. dont get clickbaited

[@Mellowbus]

This channel and the game point channel are my favorites on KZbin. My son and I watch several videos daily. I love showing him all the fun retro items I grew up with in the 90s. 2025 we’re coming to Arkansas to start our retro collection. Keep up the great content!

[@TarheelFlips]

I live about an hour from Gastonia and have never heard of this place. Looking forward to checking it out

[@rogueelephant1745]

Happy New Year to Rick, the crew and their families, god bless , hope the new year brings lots of joy, health, and prosperity!

[@joshuaab33]

I obtained my Yellow/Crystal/Emerald carts here! Nothing but good history for Gamer's Alley. Always been a customer and a fan, never treated me bad or refused any questions/issues I had. S/O Scott and the whole team, if you guys are in the area you gotta go check it out! 🤙

[@DarkIceGunner42]

Love their store very much always happy to come inside and feel welcomed. i’ve been a customer if theirs since 2016

[@RRW276]

This is my dream right here. A game store with toys! My second dream would be a record store with vintage audio equipment. But if I had my pick, it’d be a game and toys store. Granted that’s a lot of work! You’re having to go and seek out collections to continually replenish stock and that’s a good deal of time, resources and money right there. But that’d also be the fun of it.

[@branscombe_]

Rick is the only retro channel that gets me watching video start to finish without skipping, that saying something. Happy new year Rick from my family to yours! 🙏🏼🎉🥳

[@zacsakacsi]

Well he didn't pay 40k for it. So

[@jcgoshko1541]

This shop looks amazing. I have yet to find anything similar here in Nashville. Nothing like that inventory for sure.

[@Bendir]

Thanks for giving me a new place to check out the next time I'm in Gastonia!!

[@TheGebs24]

Happy New Year to Rick and the crew 🎉

[@jasonsimpkins9069]

Finally a guy with some sense.

[@HoLeeFuk317]

Man I wouldn't be folding those Star Wars posters anymore, they'd be in frames!

[@toycarcollector]

I love seeing stores with merchandise out on shelves. Living in Portland, Oregon the drugs and crime are so common that everything is locked up or hidden in the back rooms. GO to any store at anytime and you can spot someone either shoplifting, thinking about shoplifting or running out the door. Its like whack-a-mole around here.

[@retroofthefuture]

It's so sad I'm from Portland, Oregon and I hear about the crime all the time from my friends that still live there, thank God I moved away from there 20 years ago. Be safe out there

[@GamersAlleyOfficial]

Can't wait to visit your shop Rick. 1st thing im doing is sniffing the place, lol.

[@BretLebo]

that 3rd-eyeblind shirt is amazing. greatest band of all time.

[@charlestonpinballarcade]

Gastonia NC also has the Carolina Pinball Arcade Museum! Check it out!

[@how2banana25]

That’s my LGS!! Happy to see them on here

[@dustinalbright5012]

Sounds like solid advice. I hope he listens to that guy

[@-FREAKSHOW]

Rick's hair is JACKED!!! HOLY😂

[@BeastlyVidsUR]

Me being me I skipped to 3:25 for the action. I can confirm the man who sold the cardboard is very happy with the transaction.

[@GameFootageArchive]

Gastonia isn't a short drive, but I may have to venture up there soon. That store looks STOCKED

[@LastRonin33]

That place is similar (but much larger) to Geeks and Gamers in Lake Stevens Wa. ALSO there is a place called Boba Kahn, well there was that looks EXACTLY like this place... I just found out that it is gone now, even after surviving covid.. SAD!!!!!

[@michaeladkins5005]

Super cool store nothing like that where I live!!

[@hudsonball4702]

I don't know if it's worth it. But if you're eve in the vicinity of North Wilkesboro, NC you can stop on By a little shop called Summit Gaming a collectables. It's not huge or snazzy (or hugely stocked) and is your ordinary local retro shop. But the owner and atmosphere are wonderful.

[@marioq8395]

I had that Professor X figure on my bookshelf growing up. Really took me back. Awesome store.

[@caseykenny1956]

I would be 100x more likely to purchase a retro toy in a plastic case over a plastic bag. It is a quick and easy display, feels more protected, and would be easier for the kiddos to know that it's not for them to open. I'd pay a few bucks extra for that.

[@BrandonMiller-x1k]

Heck yeah retro Rick coming North Carolina please make more videos with North Carolina

[@BeefyTacoCS]

The legend of dragoon callout... This man is a true legend and knows his shit ahah

[@lordcheesus1013]

I. WANT. THOSE. STAR WARS CARDBOARD ADVERTS. Seriously. As an OG trilogy Star Wars nerd...those are like the Stanly Cup of collecting for Star Wars. I just picked up a sweet poster for the "special edition" OG trilogy movies that came out in the 90's not too long ago and those cardboard adverts make my poster look like a napkin.

[@JUniverseChannel-juc]

Totally awesome video and happy new year man 😎.

[@LatashaMorra]

Have a joyful new year

[@lomaxo3978]

I wish we had such kind of great shops over here in Germany. I envy you guys 😂

[@atomixfang]

Why? Uou can download and play any pf these games for free?

[@lomaxo3978]

Sure Bro, but you dont find such cool Retro Games Store over here. With good stuff!

[@gavin35]

You know you're watching too many Retro Rick videos when you remember the store he bought the t-shirt he's wearing

[@genxthings]

For collecting I prefer the plastic. For selling I prefer the topper on toys. Toppers can bring potential business. Do you have a affiliate link to get some toppers made?

[@zachm7595]

Oh my god, this is local to me! Like, I was literally there earlier. Never would've thought it would've been on here. Great place.

[@jason5276]

Thank you for your excellent video ❤and time! Happy new year and Kind Regards from AmpleSound virtual instrument maker!

[@GameKollector]

Scott is a good friend of mine. Best store in the area by far! He actually called me as you were looking for game room tours, but my bonus room wasn't ready yet. It's almost there now.

[@georgehernandez2156]

I thought he paid 40k for both posters. Not just one

[@NCSUWolfpacker2010]

My local game stores keep the games in the box. They wrap them in plastic. One of them does keep the switch games behind the counter though.

[@whadthefriggincrud]

YES!!! FF8 IS HIS FAVORITE TOO!!! I get shit on all the time when i say FF8 is not only my favorite FF game, but favorite of all time. Thank you sir! If i am ever in your neck of the woods i will stop by and throw some money at you lol

[@sharinglungs3226]

Amazing game shop. Wish my city had something like that.

[@footnyou97]

North carolina in the house best game store in charlotte area

[@patwilliams7362]

I think this is a rerun. Which is cool with me, just seem to remember that Star Wars poster. Watching again 😊. Happy New Year everyone! And hapoy hunting!

[@brian3319]

Rick, that guy said "hands down" that cards sell the best for him! I have 60+ GPK signed sketch cards. I also have 20+ GPK limited number cards. Let me know if you're interested!

[@shadowmarez7457]

40k for the Entire Store with much more still in storage... That's pretty good.

[@barbedwirefire]

never been this early to a video drop

[@Htl3648]

Lol i clearly remember back in the 90’s when those toy biz toys came out they were around 5 bucks and a dime a dozen. I even lived by the factory in Lynbrook, long island NY

[@Vee_shelly_veshelley]

That's entertainment in Worcester mass, would be your cup of tea.

[@mrjoker2444]

This guy knows his stuff … legend of dragoon problaby best game ever

[@DerekVasconi]

Happy 2025 to you Rick and crew! Did I miss something? Are you still trying to collect all of the NES games? If you are still trying to do that, I’m guessing you don’t have stadium events yet. So I think it might be a good idea to get the rarest game on your list while you can, and it’s such a low price. I also think you don’t have anything to worry about with getting inventory… You’re always showing videos of acquiring new items that are coming in on trades and worst case scenario, you just go to eBay and buy a couple lots on there if you needed it or just work out a deal with the girl and let her know that you can’t afford to have such a big hit in one month on your inventory in the store. My vote is for you to get it. This was a great video. Good to see you out in the wild hunting for games.

[@DaanielGreen]

The ps1 selection is insane!!

[@TheBeatlesFan86]

Toy federation catching strays 😂

[@ThePSA1Collector]

Ricko about that stadium events trade with the girl... tell her your concern & why your on the fence about it. Maybe she can calm your mind a bit by finding common ground on the topic & maybe make some additional agreements so your not stressed out she will clean all the top sellers out of the store. Just trying to think allong with ya 😊✌️

[@branscombe_]

LOVE your TEB shirt. That vinyl is hard to find (original red release)

[@davidv6803]

18,000 in store credit likely cost Rick 9-12,000 in cash based on what I assume his markup to be. So potentially getting that game for 9,000 in cash outlay seems amazing. That said 9k for a game to me is crazy, but that’s a different story.

[@Pholiage]

Swapping the Stadium Events could always yield the games that the customer would "buy" from the store in the case you'd sell the Stadium events. Seeing as you got a $5-10k "discount". I myself would never do the trade. I understand that Stadium Events is super rare. But is it worth the money in terms of enjoyment. Some see games as trophies for the shelf but I myself buy what I want to play. Especially now as a father I want to pass on the games I grew up with. Starting with the 8bit NES etc. I believe that games are good no matter how old they are when they get introduced to the younger audience. And so far it's true. My son loves SMB 1

[@joelock7079]

Covid ruined this, whiskey, etc. pricing. 400+ for a PS1 game? That’s just outrageous. Thanks internet

[@GrandMasterLynx]

18K for Stadium Events sounds pretty good if you end up taking the deal make a video out of it

[@CrawlingPanther]

I can't blame him: I would rather have Harley Davidsons than those standees as well. Lol

[@Security848]

you can ride the standees.

[@Kondretti]

My proudest moment ever.

[@TanksterCustoms]

Where is the location of this store?

[@Andrethegiant88]

$3k for 6 months is a really good medium solution for Rick and the seller.

[@samsonhaze6595]

OOT, legend of dragoon, Final fantasy 8, bro’s taste checks out 👌

[@fairwind01]

Holy, he said legends of dragoon !!!! Yes !!!!! Love it top favourite of mine.

[@rudolphrico9161]

George definitely did that on purpose so people couldn’t guess the ending. He’s done stuff like the before.

[@cameronw.5022]

They rereleased "Star Wars" before "Return of the Jedi" came out.

[@JP47471]

that blue poster is pretty sick, ngl

[@Rocky32189]

I hate when stores tape the case shut like that. I don’t want to have to guess whether or not I’m getting the manual or be forced to ask the employee to cut the tape and check. Such a nuisance.

[@niagarajoe4402]

18k is an AMAZING price for stadium events, you should have jumped the second she made that offer

[@PixilEyes]

Good video, subbed.

[@TKRewind]

Do it Rick! Get that stadium events!

[@ghostcardsandcollectables]

Exactly.

[@Ruuku1]

im pretty sure delete me takes your info "deletes" you then sells your info and the loop repeats..... with the honey scam bs out im certain delete me is the same level of scum

[@Paddy_Badger]

Please, never say turts again.... other than that, awesome vid in an awesome store! What a setup and collection of stuff!!

[@reds49ers85]

I don't think I could spend 18K in store credit all at once.

[@lordcheesus1013]

You'd be surprised how quick even that kind of money would spend. Especially if you decide to fill out an entire collection you want of any kind. Some of the retro stuff can go for crazy money now a days thanks to youtube.

[@lan645]

I've always wanted to vist his shop they used to live Facebook auction's

[@litoyguy]

cool store... thanks for sharing.

[@AutoYoung]

1:42 Really? Funny how that can happen when you have multiple locations of something and all but 1 shut down, what’ll happen? WOW, that’s amazing!!!😒😒😒

[@alf4reals]

Legend of DRAGOON! whats up no B-roll?!?

[@Radjammin]

Gastonia, I've played there.

[@TheMuffinman397]

My local game store! Love Gamers Alley

[@vawus]

HONEY A NEW RICK VIDEO IS OUT HURRY!!

[@ZeroCoolYT]

Hi Retro Rick 👋😁

[@79CARTEL]

Where is this store?

[@CEOMoes]

Gamers alley nc gastonia

[@geoffreycumming3529]

WOW!!! EPIC STARWARS HAVE!!!

[@Himathyyy]

Lunar fan? Hell yea

[@NostalgicNate85]

I couldn't care less about Star Wars but that's a really cool piece!

[@angryw4nderer]

Legend of Dragoon 😊

[@Roxxxxxxxbottttter]

Alleycat Blues!

[@titansrule72]

make the trade for the inventory and then afterward buy out a few collections to supplement your losses. win-win?

[@MrAndresm900]

Waiting for *Toy Federation* to comment 😂

[@galaxygoonz6303]

I was literally just watching that star wars movie 😁

[@CEOMoes]

I watch the Gamers Alley video every Friday

[@LilJProd1]

Could you imagine having 18k in trade in credit 🤣 especially if it doesn't expire lol