Sore Thumb Retro Games

Sore Thumb Retro Games We sell all the popular consoles and games by companies such as Sega, Nintendo, Sony & Much More! Home of the BIG HITTER CHAMPIONSHIP! 🏆
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🌟 Welcome to our retro gaming haven! Located at 7 Gillygate, just outside the historic walls of York Minster, our shop specialises in UK/European and Japanese import Retro Games.🕹️ We proudly offer a diverse selection of Consoles and Games spanning Generations 1 to 7, including everyones classic video game favorites. Explore our extensive range of Japanese import toys, 80s Star Wars Kenner, Master

s of the Universe figures, and much more. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the world of retro gaming, we invite you to discover unique treasures in our store. Come visit us today! 🎮✨

Games, Toys & Collectables Trade-ins
Everyday Monday to Sunday

Pokémon Card Trade-Ins
Monday to Friday
Message 24 hours before coming
to check availability. WHAT IS A BIG HITTER CHAMPION/
HOW DO YOU EARN IT! A Big Hitter Champion is someone who spends a untold/disclosed amount in 1 transaction, which earns them 10% off every transaction until the 1st January. *following terms & conditions. Being a Big Hitter give you the benefits of:
🌟 10% off until January.
🌟 Prioritised service.
🌟 Chance to win BIGGEST HITTER of the year.
🌟 Other benefits depending on the year. REGULAR OPENING TIMES

Mondays 12pm to 6pm
Tuesdays 10am to 6pm
Wednesdays 10am to 6pm
Thursdays 10am to 6pm
Fridays 10am to 6pm
Saturdays 10am to 6pm
Sundays 12pm to 5pm

A look at our Game/Anime Soundtracks, audio episodes we have at the show today.
20/06/2026

A look at our Game/Anime Soundtracks, audio episodes we have at the show today.

Day 2 is a go here SunnyCon If your in Newcastle come check it out.
20/06/2026

Day 2 is a go here SunnyCon
If your in Newcastle come check it out.

Dreamcast to me was summer 2000, round to my mates house for all the Chu Chu Rocket, Wetrix, Millenium Soldier and Virtu...
19/06/2026

Dreamcast to me was summer 2000, round to my mates house for all the Chu Chu Rocket, Wetrix, Millenium Soldier and Virtua Fighter we could stomach.

So when the sun comes out and it starts to get warm, I remember that whispy intro, chunky graphics, the VMU beeeeeep and a disc tray that sounded like a shredder

What’s your ‘summer’ console?

The weekend shows start early this weekend.SunnyCon Friday to Sunday and also London Gaming Market on Sunday, Shop open ...
19/06/2026

The weekend shows start early this weekend.
SunnyCon Friday to Sunday and also London Gaming Market on Sunday, Shop open as usual

Notice: this weekend we’re doing London VGM & Sunnycon 🙌 Which means the shop will be lighter on the ground this weekend...
18/06/2026

Notice: this weekend we’re doing London VGM & Sunnycon 🙌
Which means the shop will be lighter on the ground this weekend, not that you can tell!!!

We have rearranged more of the sections you LOVE making it much clearer to see products and keeping cabinet items closers to the walls that feature the same games meaning you’re a step away from seeing the everyday titles to the big hitters

We have also introduced a temp extension to the wrestling section featuring loads more Japanese import figures and video games if you’re wanting to scratch that Japanese itch 🇯🇵

All Pokémon cards are remaining in the shop

Open as usual
Friday: 10am to 6pm
Saturday: 10am to 6pm
Sunday: 11am to 4pm
Monday: 12am to 6pm

Got this awesome Topfighter SNES stick inReally heavy duty kit, excellent clicky switches in the buttons and stick and t...
18/06/2026

Got this awesome Topfighter SNES stick in

Really heavy duty kit, excellent clicky switches in the buttons and stick and the programmable functions are a nice icing on the cake. Definitely a good shout for SNES fighters or shmups

Interested? Send us a message!

Well Englands World Cup is about to begin.So lets see which World Cup games did people enjoy the most.These are my picks...
17/06/2026

Well Englands World Cup is about to begin.
So lets see which World Cup games did people enjoy the most.
These are my picks for just hours spent.

Play your PSONE at your mates house, with this official Screen, console and. carry case.Fully tested and looking for a n...
16/06/2026

Play your PSONE at your mates house, with this official Screen, console and. carry case.
Fully tested and looking for a new home. £250 in store.

Some lovely looking guides just in.Some of these prices surprised me.
15/06/2026

Some lovely looking guides just in.
Some of these prices surprised me.

A little Japanese walk in.Sonic Anniversary game is still sealed.All getting priced up and out.
15/06/2026

A little Japanese walk in.
Sonic Anniversary game is still sealed.
All getting priced up and out.

Address

Sore Thumb Retro Games, 7 Gillygate
York
YO317EA

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+447759161274

Website

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