Video Game Rescue
2415 Blanding Blvd STE 7, Jacksonville, FL 32210, United States, Jacksonville, FL
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Chris Last-Name
2 years agoGreat shop and arcade, good selection of games and fair prices. Very cool small arcade. A must stop if I'm in the area again.
Chris Last-Name
2 years agoGreat shop and arcade, good selection of games and fair prices. Very cool small arcade. A must stop if I'm in the area again.
David Cherry
3 months agoAmazing staff. Beautiful collection of games and an all around great vibe. Will be a constant customer
David Cherry
3 months agoAmazing staff. Beautiful collection of games and an all around great vibe. Will be a constant customer
Justin Killough
7 months ago1st time in establishment and is a real cool store, alot of things to choose from and the dude that worked the counter was extremely helpful and patient and had to stay past closing time to help me. Thanks for that. Also gave me a way better price for what I was selling than the other store that buy... Read more
1st time in establishment and is a real cool store, alot of things to choose from and the dude that worked the counter was extremely helpful and patient and had to stay past closing time to help me. Thanks for that. Also gave me a way better price for what I was selling than the other store that buys same items. I appreciate all your help and honesty... Show less
Justin Killough
7 months ago1st time in establishment and is a real cool store, alot of things to choose from and the dude that worked the counter was extremely helpful and patient and had to stay past closing time to help me. Thanks for that. Also gave me a way better price for what I was selling than the other store that buy... Read more
1st time in establishment and is a real cool store, alot of things to choose from and the dude that worked the counter was extremely helpful and patient and had to stay past closing time to help me. Thanks for that. Also gave me a way better price for what I was selling than the other store that buys same items. I appreciate all your help and honesty... Show less
Theresita de la Marismas
Great store with an actual arcade, from classics to new pinball machines. Prices are reasonable and they even have an ATM and change machine.
Theresita de la Marismas
Great store with an actual arcade, from classics to new pinball machines. Prices are reasonable and they even have an ATM and change machine.
Chris Moore (Momentum Realtor)
3 years agoFound a place to call home. I didn’t know what I needed until I stepped into this store. HDMI cable for Dreamcast, old Sega Genesis football game and classic Gundam PS3 game. They made my day with all these cool things. Didn’t have time to play in the arcade. That’s on the next visit.
Chris Moore (Momentum Realtor)
3 years agoFound a place to call home. I didn’t know what I needed until I stepped into this store. HDMI cable for Dreamcast, old Sega Genesis football game and classic Gundam PS3 game. They made my day with all these cool things. Didn’t have time to play in the arcade. That’s on the next visit.
Joseph N
2 years agoExcellent place to find vintage and retro games. Lots of selections, and accessories. The arcade is awesome too!
Joseph N
2 years agoExcellent place to find vintage and retro games. Lots of selections, and accessories. The arcade is awesome too!
Nick Ferris
“They suck. I walked into the store and it wasn’t that busy—maybe five people in there. I just wanted to see how much they would give me for one of my Sega games. I stood there for 15 minutes and not a single employee said a word to me. First time there, and I’m never returning.”
Nick Ferris
“They suck. I walked into the store and it wasn’t that busy—maybe five people in there. I just wanted to see how much they would give me for one of my Sega games. I stood there for 15 minutes and not a single employee said a word to me. First time there, and I’m never returning.”
J C
6 months agoJust not something I was into. Checked out the arcade but without spending more than I wanted Just to get a new card. They do have retro games but are very proud of them.
J C
6 months agoJust not something I was into. Checked out the arcade but without spending more than I wanted Just to get a new card. They do have retro games but are very proud of them.
Abdiel Santiago
7 years agoThe store is a temple for video games, while on a quick trip I found this hidden gem. Great service and great stock. The staff is very friendly and knows what you're talking about even at the most obscure of requests. The arcade was small but not crowded and they where 50 cents a play which was a gr... Read more
The store is a temple for video games, while on a quick trip I found this hidden gem. Great service and great stock. The staff is very friendly and knows what you're talking about even at the most obscure of requests. The arcade was small but not crowded and they where 50 cents a play which was a great throwback to the arcade days. I don't have anything bad to say about VGR except that I wish I had more time to spend in the store! Show less
Abdiel Santiago
7 years agoThe store is a temple for video games, while on a quick trip I found this hidden gem. Great service and great stock. The staff is very friendly and knows what you're talking about even at the most obscure of requests. The arcade was small but not crowded and they where 50 cents a play which was a gr... Read more
The store is a temple for video games, while on a quick trip I found this hidden gem. Great service and great stock. The staff is very friendly and knows what you're talking about even at the most obscure of requests. The arcade was small but not crowded and they where 50 cents a play which was a great throwback to the arcade days. I don't have anything bad to say about VGR except that I wish I had more time to spend in the store! Show less
Saltymako
2 years agoFreakin love these dudes. Great vibes all-around. Arcade area has an awesome array of pinball machines. So happy they made it thru covid 😭 much love to Jared, Morrison & Steven (sorry if i got the names wrong my dudes) …
Saltymako
2 years agoFreakin love these dudes. Great vibes all-around. Arcade area has an awesome array of pinball machines. So happy they made it thru covid 😭 much love to Jared, Morrison & Steven (sorry if i got the names wrong my dudes) …
Diana Musick
This place is very cool and if you love video games or the 80s it’s fun!!! My son loves this place!!! The staff here is the friendliest and dedicated to their job like no others. Definitely recommend over any other game store in all Jax. VGR you guys are awesome!!!!
Diana Musick
This place is very cool and if you love video games or the 80s it’s fun!!! My son loves this place!!! The staff here is the friendliest and dedicated to their job like no others. Definitely recommend over any other game store in all Jax. VGR you guys are awesome!!!!
Nicolas Picone
Trade in credit is much higher than other retro game stores iv been too and the prices and much lower than almost all other retro stores iv been too, staff is always helpful.
Nicolas Picone
Trade in credit is much higher than other retro game stores iv been too and the prices and much lower than almost all other retro stores iv been too, staff is always helpful.
John G
Great selection of new and classic games. Where they really shine is on accessories for classic systems, like NES, SNES, and Genesis. Maurice, Mark, and Casey were very helpful. They have a wide selection of original used and brand new controllers. The inventory changes often but they usually ha... Read more
Great selection of new and classic games. Where they really shine is on accessories for classic systems, like NES, SNES, and Genesis. Maurice, Mark, and Casey were very helpful. They have a wide selection of original used and brand new controllers. The inventory changes often but they usually have the big name games for older systems. Their prices seem inline with the current retro market. Additionally they have a lot of really cool toys and posters. The arcade has some older classics, as well as MvC2 and rail shooters. This is the only location currently, the other location has shut down. Recently their stock of first party retro controllers has been better than in recent memory. VGR's prices on common games has also been better across various consoles, although they sort to have less stock of more collectable games. Their hours have changed some and they close at 7 PM on Saturdays now. Show less
John G
Great selection of new and classic games. Where they really shine is on accessories for classic systems, like NES, SNES, and Genesis. Maurice, Mark, and Casey were very helpful. They have a wide selection of original used and brand new controllers. The inventory changes often but they usually ha... Read more
Great selection of new and classic games. Where they really shine is on accessories for classic systems, like NES, SNES, and Genesis. Maurice, Mark, and Casey were very helpful. They have a wide selection of original used and brand new controllers. The inventory changes often but they usually have the big name games for older systems. Their prices seem inline with the current retro market. Additionally they have a lot of really cool toys and posters. The arcade has some older classics, as well as MvC2 and rail shooters. This is the only location currently, the other location has shut down. Recently their stock of first party retro controllers has been better than in recent memory. VGR's prices on common games has also been better across various consoles, although they sort to have less stock of more collectable games. Their hours have changed some and they close at 7 PM on Saturdays now. Show less
Alexander Cannon
5 months agoThe trade in process was simple and easy. Also, I live supporting these guys and buying games from them. Im glad I was introduced with them. They are also very fair and respectful too in telling me what they could take or not!
Alexander Cannon
5 months agoThe trade in process was simple and easy. Also, I live supporting these guys and buying games from them. Im glad I was introduced with them. They are also very fair and respectful too in telling me what they could take or not!
Christopher Luter
6 months agoFriendly staff, very helpful One of the best in Jax, did a in store trade for PS4 for new PS five system and max was very helpful in downloading the content off the system onto the new system. Was very grateful they did not have to do that and took time out of their day to help me.
Christopher Luter
6 months agoFriendly staff, very helpful One of the best in Jax, did a in store trade for PS4 for new PS five system and max was very helpful in downloading the content off the system onto the new system. Was very grateful they did not have to do that and took time out of their day to help me.
Skye Tsukino
Basically became my local arcade, very clean shop! Amazing and awesome staff that has no issues talking nerd stuff with ya! Also, just wanted to show off that I currently hold the record for Galaga in the store! #It'sOnLikeDonkeyKong to anyone who wants to surpass it! PS. to the previous record ho... Read more
Basically became my local arcade, very clean shop! Amazing and awesome staff that has no issues talking nerd stuff with ya! Also, just wanted to show off that I currently hold the record for Galaga in the store! #It'sOnLikeDonkeyKong to anyone who wants to surpass it! PS. to the previous record holder, don't hate me please lol. Show less
Skye Tsukino
Basically became my local arcade, very clean shop! Amazing and awesome staff that has no issues talking nerd stuff with ya! Also, just wanted to show off that I currently hold the record for Galaga in the store! #It'sOnLikeDonkeyKong to anyone who wants to surpass it! PS. to the previous record ho... Read more
Basically became my local arcade, very clean shop! Amazing and awesome staff that has no issues talking nerd stuff with ya! Also, just wanted to show off that I currently hold the record for Galaga in the store! #It'sOnLikeDonkeyKong to anyone who wants to surpass it! PS. to the previous record holder, don't hate me please lol. Show less
Che Vang
2 months agoBest place for retro video games recommended 10/10 owners are honest and great to converse with regarding anything you’re looking for. Would come visit again!
Che Vang
2 months agoBest place for retro video games recommended 10/10 owners are honest and great to converse with regarding anything you’re looking for. Would come visit again!
Jeffery Edwards
This place made me feel like a kid again! So many memories. My son and I will frequently the arcade as well!!great customer service too!
Jeffery Edwards
This place made me feel like a kid again! So many memories. My son and I will frequently the arcade as well!!great customer service too!
Rachael Maass
2 months agoAbsolutely disgusting behavior He tried to buy my Pokémon cards off marketplace, but told me I had to bring them to him in order to do the transaction and when I told him that he could meet with my husband, he got very rude and told me that my husband needed to come to him no thank you absolutely di... Read more
Absolutely disgusting behavior He tried to buy my Pokémon cards off marketplace, but told me I had to bring them to him in order to do the transaction and when I told him that he could meet with my husband, he got very rude and told me that my husband needed to come to him no thank you absolutely disgusting behavior and privileged. It doesn’t matter that you’re offering the price that I asked it matters that I’m not bringing my product to you because that works better for you or because you told me so that’s not how marketplace works. Show less
Rachael Maass
2 months agoAbsolutely disgusting behavior He tried to buy my Pokémon cards off marketplace, but told me I had to bring them to him in order to do the transaction and when I told him that he could meet with my husband, he got very rude and told me that my husband needed to come to him no thank you absolutely di... Read more
Absolutely disgusting behavior He tried to buy my Pokémon cards off marketplace, but told me I had to bring them to him in order to do the transaction and when I told him that he could meet with my husband, he got very rude and told me that my husband needed to come to him no thank you absolutely disgusting behavior and privileged. It doesn’t matter that you’re offering the price that I asked it matters that I’m not bringing my product to you because that works better for you or because you told me so that’s not how marketplace works. Show less
Jolene Pepper
These folks just stole money from me. They rang my items up wrong, overcharged me, and when I called them on it they informed me that they had given me store credit to compensate me. Dawg I’m not gonna spend that store credit because I’m not coming back to your store. Enjoy my five dollars. Update:... Read more
These folks just stole money from me. They rang my items up wrong, overcharged me, and when I called them on it they informed me that they had given me store credit to compensate me. Dawg I’m not gonna spend that store credit because I’m not coming back to your store. Enjoy my five dollars. Update: they did NOT offer me store credit for my convenience or so I could avoid a drive. I said something about it before I left the store and the person who rang me up shrugged and told me they had given me credit. They gave me credit instead of a refund to spare themselves an inconvenience if anything. 👎 Show less
Jolene Pepper
These folks just stole money from me. They rang my items up wrong, overcharged me, and when I called them on it they informed me that they had given me store credit to compensate me. Dawg I’m not gonna spend that store credit because I’m not coming back to your store. Enjoy my five dollars. Update:... Read more
These folks just stole money from me. They rang my items up wrong, overcharged me, and when I called them on it they informed me that they had given me store credit to compensate me. Dawg I’m not gonna spend that store credit because I’m not coming back to your store. Enjoy my five dollars. Update: they did NOT offer me store credit for my convenience or so I could avoid a drive. I said something about it before I left the store and the person who rang me up shrugged and told me they had given me credit. They gave me credit instead of a refund to spare themselves an inconvenience if anything. 👎 Show less
Dustin Zettek
This place is great! Staff is great. Wish they had a location inside Fleming island too! But I take the drive out. And I even heard a guy from out of town Tennessee come back to the store after being away from Jax a while.
Dustin Zettek
This place is great! Staff is great. Wish they had a location inside Fleming island too! But I take the drive out. And I even heard a guy from out of town Tennessee come back to the store after being away from Jax a while.
Andrew Ratliff
2 months agoThe staff are always extremely helpful and super friendly. They have a great rotating selection of video games and gaming systems. Definitely recommend checking them out if are looking to buy or sell video games, video game systems and DVDs.
Andrew Ratliff
2 months agoThe staff are always extremely helpful and super friendly. They have a great rotating selection of video games and gaming systems. Definitely recommend checking them out if are looking to buy or sell video games, video game systems and DVDs.
Chris. R
3 months agoI stopped by a few days ago to sell some of my collection. I haven’t played the games in a long time (too busy with TCG 😅) This store is amazing, they have a massive selection of retro games and consoles. The staff was amazing, they sorted through my collection and gave me a very fair offer, an all... Read more
I stopped by a few days ago to sell some of my collection. I haven’t played the games in a long time (too busy with TCG 😅) This store is amazing, they have a massive selection of retro games and consoles. The staff was amazing, they sorted through my collection and gave me a very fair offer, an all around pleasant experience and I do plan on returning. I’ve got some store credit I need to use up, maybe I’ll pickup a gameboy color for the kiddo lol and bring him to the newly remodeled arcade! Show less
Chris. R
3 months agoI stopped by a few days ago to sell some of my collection. I haven’t played the games in a long time (too busy with TCG 😅) This store is amazing, they have a massive selection of retro games and consoles. The staff was amazing, they sorted through my collection and gave me a very fair offer, an all... Read more
I stopped by a few days ago to sell some of my collection. I haven’t played the games in a long time (too busy with TCG 😅) This store is amazing, they have a massive selection of retro games and consoles. The staff was amazing, they sorted through my collection and gave me a very fair offer, an all around pleasant experience and I do plan on returning. I’ve got some store credit I need to use up, maybe I’ll pickup a gameboy color for the kiddo lol and bring him to the newly remodeled arcade! Show less
CeCe M.
8 months agoWalking into Video Game Rescue felt like stepping back in time—in the best way possible. The store is packed with retro games, consoles, and collectibles that brought back so many memories. Whether you’re a lifelong gamer or just looking for a dose of nostalgia, this place has something for everyone... Read more
Walking into Video Game Rescue felt like stepping back in time—in the best way possible. The store is packed with retro games, consoles, and collectibles that brought back so many memories. Whether you’re a lifelong gamer or just looking for a dose of nostalgia, this place has something for everyone. The staff was friendly and clearly passionate about gaming, which made the experience even better. Definitely a must-visit for any gamer or collector! Show less
CeCe M.
8 months agoWalking into Video Game Rescue felt like stepping back in time—in the best way possible. The store is packed with retro games, consoles, and collectibles that brought back so many memories. Whether you’re a lifelong gamer or just looking for a dose of nostalgia, this place has something for everyone... Read more
Walking into Video Game Rescue felt like stepping back in time—in the best way possible. The store is packed with retro games, consoles, and collectibles that brought back so many memories. Whether you’re a lifelong gamer or just looking for a dose of nostalgia, this place has something for everyone. The staff was friendly and clearly passionate about gaming, which made the experience even better. Definitely a must-visit for any gamer or collector! Show less
LZRD
5 months agoI mean, I love retro games, but I'm not gonna lie...for some reason I thought this place was associated with some YouTuber or social media type. No idea how I came to that conclusion. Still glad I came in. Very thematic. I've seen a lot of retro game stores go this route, and it just makes them very... Read more
I mean, I love retro games, but I'm not gonna lie...for some reason I thought this place was associated with some YouTuber or social media type. No idea how I came to that conclusion. Still glad I came in. Very thematic. I've seen a lot of retro game stores go this route, and it just makes them very inviting and not so off putting. Side note I didnt get to look at everything for as long as I wanted to, still got a pretty good look at it all, but man...2 tall lanky guys walked in and one of them had a bad case of BO, and I had no choice but to flee to the opposite side of the store whenever we crossed paths. I hope they weren't friends, cause ain't no way I'd let my homie walk out the door smelling like that. But I digress. Like I said, I didn't get as long a look as I'd have liked. Realistically thlugh, there wasn't that much more to really look through for me personally. Really cool display pieces set up around the shop to tie in that nostalgia we're all desperate to snort, but once you get past it all...it's a pretty okay place. A solid variety of Nintendo, Sega, VHS, and other odds and ends to browse through. I should also mention the arcade next door. I'm pretty sure they're in bed with each other. And i'm soley basing this off the door inside that connects the two. If I had a penny for every time I ran into a retro game store with an arcade attached at the side, I'd have 2 pennies and not enough time to enjoy them. Oh well. Maybe next time. Show less
LZRD
5 months agoI mean, I love retro games, but I'm not gonna lie...for some reason I thought this place was associated with some YouTuber or social media type. No idea how I came to that conclusion. Still glad I came in. Very thematic. I've seen a lot of retro game stores go this route, and it just makes them very... Read more
I mean, I love retro games, but I'm not gonna lie...for some reason I thought this place was associated with some YouTuber or social media type. No idea how I came to that conclusion. Still glad I came in. Very thematic. I've seen a lot of retro game stores go this route, and it just makes them very inviting and not so off putting. Side note I didnt get to look at everything for as long as I wanted to, still got a pretty good look at it all, but man...2 tall lanky guys walked in and one of them had a bad case of BO, and I had no choice but to flee to the opposite side of the store whenever we crossed paths. I hope they weren't friends, cause ain't no way I'd let my homie walk out the door smelling like that. But I digress. Like I said, I didn't get as long a look as I'd have liked. Realistically thlugh, there wasn't that much more to really look through for me personally. Really cool display pieces set up around the shop to tie in that nostalgia we're all desperate to snort, but once you get past it all...it's a pretty okay place. A solid variety of Nintendo, Sega, VHS, and other odds and ends to browse through. I should also mention the arcade next door. I'm pretty sure they're in bed with each other. And i'm soley basing this off the door inside that connects the two. If I had a penny for every time I ran into a retro game store with an arcade attached at the side, I'd have 2 pennies and not enough time to enjoy them. Oh well. Maybe next time. Show less