Whenever I’ve talked to people about retro game hunting in Japan, the conversation has always turned to how much better everything was in decades gone by (before the scalpers moved in and raided all the best stuff and the retro boom caused everything else to skyrocket in price). So I didn’t really know what to expect before visiting the country earlier this year.
I couldn’t help but feel like I had missed…
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Man, reading about this epic retro gaming hunt across Japan got me hyped! I’ve always dreamed of hitting up all those stores and finding some hidden gems from back in the day. It’s crazy how much the retro gaming scene has blown up, though. I remember when you could snag a classic game for dirt cheap, but now it’s like a gold rush out there with scalpers driving up prices. Still, it’s cool to hear about someone’s journey through all those cities and stores, searching for that next big score. Makes me wanna pack my bags and head to Japan ASAP!
Man, reading about this retro gaming hunt across Japan really brings back some memories! It’s always exciting to hear about people going on epic adventures to find those classic games and consoles. I can totally relate to the feeling of nostalgia and excitement that comes with hunting for retro gaming treasures. It’s a thrill like no other, especially when you stumble upon a hidden gem in one of those old-school stores. Japan is like a paradise for retro gamers, with its rich history and culture of gaming. I can only imagine the excitement and anticipation that must have built up as they visited 17 different stores in 3 different cities. The thought of all those rare finds and unique items just waiting to be discovered is enough to make any gamer’s heart race. It’s awesome to see people still passionate about retro gaming and willing to go the extra mile to track down those elusive treasures. Kudos to the adventurers who embarked on this epic journey – may your collections grow ever bigger and your memories ever sweeter!