Well stocked, but buyer beware. This is one of the few places around that sells new copies of older games. However, I unknowingly bought a PAL version of a game. As you might expect, it was pricey, and no one mentioned it might not be what I wanted. When I realized, well, now it's opened, so would you like $9 back on your $90 purchase? I wouldn't call it a "scam" but I wish their staff was more forthcoming about selling games from another region. If you know to check everything closely before buying, this seems like a nice shop, but if you're less of an expert, you might want to shop somewhere with better buyer protection. read more

Great selection, knowledge staff, and good prices they even have some custom cartridge games that work in consoles

They've got quite a collection of retro games for many systems and some I haven't seen in years. If you are looking for a physical classic game this is it. It has a closet feeling with people who truly love what they sell. read more

Received Horrible service when entering. The guy who checks people out made a disrespectful gesture and comment towards myself while I was looking around. Dust is filled in all corners and on things sitting out in the open. Overall better stores around than this one ! read more

HUZZAH! I am OFTEN a customer of this fine location, as well as their additional facilities, all the way out in the walled lake. On Offer here is a comprehensive selection of consoles, controllers, accessories, and, of course, video games for all creatures, to take appreciation of. While I laud their selection, I can also take a moment to celebrate their quiet, respectful, and helpful staff, who makes shopping there a comfortable and informative experience. Now I actually have to break Character for this part because idk how to say this without being disrespectful. But the only possible detractor for this shop is the smell. Now I know the demographic that we're looking for here (gamers) are not exactly known for hygiene, but there are some times that you come into that Madison heights location and that place be stankin. Now I KNOW it is not the businesses or employees's fault, because it only happens if a lot of people are in the store and it's also not a problem in the walled lake location, but it is a problem sometimes, and you're definitely gonna notice it. With that being said, if you are in need of any synthesized, computerized, video gameized, entertainment, information or equipment, the fine denizens of Polygons at Retro Taku will set you and your compatriots on the path to success! A wonderful place to wag the tail. As I said, HUZZAH! read more

Good place to go if you're looking for games, they usually have every game you're looking for and they will call you if they don't have it. They will try to get it to the rest of the. read more

It's great to find a gem like this store! They've got all kinds of games, particularly throwbacks. You can find games for Gameboy, PSP, Wii, Retron, even for Nintendo Switch! You can even buy the consoles and all other such stuff you need to play the games on the system you have. They even have cheaper games in tubs at the back. Although double check with the staff regarding the quality, as they know which games are a better buy. They also have a lot of original Japanese versions of games. Check those out too! I was here for N64 games. I found a few I wanted! For some reason N64 seems to not be as popular as other game systems. Maybe cuz it's bulky? Not as many N64 games here as there were for the other ones. Staff was helpful! They did a great job making sure you could find what you needed. They seem to have regulars here. Very cool! They did have some deals since it's a holiday so def check it out! read more

So I can take a new in box Nintendo switch and be offered $90 for it, or a heavily used Nintendo switch and be offered.... $90. Same price no matter if you literally bring one in that's still sealed in box. The same as their trade in value on the 3DS XL That seems f'd up The girl who "helped me" with my questions seem annoyed she had to come to the counter as well read more

My husband and son love this place. They carry all manner of video game and game related items. Highly recommended for the gamers out there! read more

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Fun store full of goodies. Helpful and respectful service too. They even gave me a military discount. Now that's cool! This place is very chill. You'll feel right at home. Was worth my trip. read more

We found a really cool Retro Game Store called Retro-Taku not too far from me. We made the drive out and checked out what they were all about. This place was absolutely amazing, nothing like anything I have seen. They have a balanced mix of Japanese imports and localized games and systems! If you are ever in the metro Detroit area, you definitely need to check them out! Full Tour video here: https://youtu.be/kI9y7trmjBc read more

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this store is sweet as well and the employees it looks small on the outside but you go in around the corner and it's nostalgic overload of all your favorite games in alphabetical order prices are nothing crazy $2-$10 for the good stuff Sara was very helpful left more than happy read more

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Went in, cool stuff, at some decent prices, although place is trashy and employees are rude

They were a five star rating for many of my visits. However, between May 2020 and June 2020 I purchased multiple products from them that just didn't work. Upon my last visit to the store I returned a game that was not in working order and then a couple games that I had accidentally purchased duplicates of. After a few minutes of browsing while waiting for the long haired clerk (who has minimal customer service skills) to process my return for store credit somebody else came in the store looking to sell an Xbox One and I was quickly forgotten. Roughly 20 minutes later and after having spoke with another clerk my return was processed but not before the long haired clerk noted to another about my returns win which the other clerk replied "It's not a rental store." Thankfully I was able to utilize my store credit on a few odds and ends and won't have to go back. Update: After having tested the Xbox 360 I purchased with the aforementioned store credit I quickly found out that the console's fan sounds similar to that of a jet propeller. Be cautious when buying ANY hardware from this establishment! read more

This used to be a great store, but has been going super downhill this last year. They got too big for their own good! I was just in there today and they tried to lowball my buddy and I on a couple of rare items. I know they gotta turn a profit, but the trade in offered was insulting. They buy up way too many games without proper cases even let alone manuals. Many new employees in there with poor customer service skills too. Inventory is always very picked over and some items overvalued and priced too. I will stick to Ebay and better Retro stores that care more about their customers, who won't try to screw me over. Goodbye Retro Taku!! read more

This place is GREAT!!! Last year. I wanted to get a PS3 controller for my stepmother. I went to GameStop and went to disco you play and they did not have any PlayStation 3 controllers. The GameStop coworker told me to go to Retro-Taku video games. They basically have every old genre in new.! Whatever you need go to this place! read more

This place rules. Always friendly staff. Huge selection of all kinds of video game merchandise from 80's to current. Great trade in value for your old game stuff as well to help fund future purchases. Let's hope this place stays here forever. read more

Only passion makes a store like this possible. They have new and pre-owned Nintendo, Sega, PlayStation, PSP, DS consoles, games and accessories. Great selections of Japanese import and I've recently purchased a used Japanese PlayStation 2. I am thrilled to be able to play games from my home country and youth! It made me re-visit the time when I used to play games with my little sister... Their trade in service is great as well. In the past, GameStop has told me that they didn't want to buy some games I wanted to sell. These guys have not yet rejected any of my games I traded in. Please "Like" their facebook page. www.facebook.com/Retrotakugames It may help you since they post items as they come in their store. Retro-Taku is more than just a store who sells products. They are independent, helpful, full of knowledge and proud to be nerdy gamers. They bring back fun times we used to have... like blowing into Nintendo game cartridges!! read more

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This place is the real deal when it comes to retro games! The building is a tad small but is packed with stuff! The staff is friendly and relaxed. They also are very responsive on Facebook Messanger as well which is great! You can shoot them a message to ask if they have stuff before you stop in if you are looking for something specific. They also carry a decent selection of import games! Picked up a Game Boy Advance SP with an AGS101 screen and some games. Excellent experience and will definitely be back! read more

This place was amazing! Will be my new go to game place. Traded in an old game and got a very fair price for it. Got an older system as well plus some games. The workers were nice too. read more

Best Game Store In The World, Have Amazing Prices Compared to Ebay. The Price on Ebay for The GBC is Around 80-150 Dollars or So, But Retro Taku Has A GBC For $60. Thats 1 Step Away From Mind-Boggling, also the Genesis Model One: $60 THAT IS THE BEST PRICE FOR ONE YET,\ BESIDES GOODWILL!!! I went to Retro Taku 2 Times, One Was In January/Feburary and The Other was On 4/21/2021 Also Quick Mention The Staff are So Friendly It Hurts. Not In A Bad Way, But In A Good Way My Name Is Ayden R*******i Remember Me? read more

This place is hands down the best around when it come to gaming collections period! Too many items it's crazy. Prices are fair market price or below. Nothing overpriced. The guy who was working was very helpful and a pretty cool dude. Bought a original PlayStation and an original Sega Genesis with the standard bells and whistles for $50 total! Very nice condition and they are just tremendous. Definitely gonna be my go to for now on. read more

Awesome store. Floor to ceiling games. Really helpful and knowledgeable staff. Ask any questions first because they have a no refund policy just store credit. read more

Love this place! Insanely great collection of import games. Every system, starting with Odyssey all the way up to PS4 and Switch. The long haired kid at the counter when I went was one of the coolest, most enthusiastic dudes ever and you could tell loves every minute of working here. He made me feel like I was a kid again in the 80s talking to another fanatic! I could talk about games all day and so could this guy. Never felt unwelcomed and I had to spend some cash to keep this store going and keep this kid employed! Can't say enough positive stuff about this store. Some people might think the store is an unorganized mess, guess what... If you do, you just don't understand the hobby. This store looks EXACTLY like what game stores in Japan look like! You literally feel like you are in Japan when you come here, and that is fucking awesome. Pricess are crazy reasonable, which I find amazing. Please don't change this! There is no comic book store snobbery going on and I love it. If you love video games, especially imports, and if you "get it", go here now, and spend lots of money!!! P.S. forgot to mention, while I was here, my man was jamming Judas Priest! \m/ \[T]/ read more

This place is a treasure trove of games old and some new! Nostalgia! This place is the TARDIS of video games!!!!

Really nice place and had very kind employees that welcomed me and my friend in. They also had a very wide selection of consoles and games from every console, everything they sell is tested and works so it was very nice to visit and I will be visiting again. read more

I bought my son an NES system a couple years ago. I could only find the games on eBay or amazon or at some video game stores and they were always kind of expensive. I am so happy I found this store. They have a huge selection of various games and systems. Their prices are very good. They test all their games and if for some reason one doesn't work, you can return within 30 days. Recently we bought a throw back Sega Genesis system at Meijer, and they have the cartridges for that system as well. They carry everything from game boy, to intellivision, to wii. I would highly recommend checking them out. read more

I feel like some of my yelp reviews have been "warnings" and I'd like to write about a business I really loved visiting. There's a huge boom going on in "retro" video gaming right now - people miss the simple controls, the colorful characters, games that didn't start with two hours of tutorials and cutscenes. Back when games were games. As with any trend there's a lot of pretenders and people trying to take advantage. Stores selling you a "Rare! NES Final Fantasy" for triple ebay prices. Or even worse - stores that treat their retro items like a console graveyard full of sad, jaundiced SNES systems. Retro-Taku Videogames totally breaks the trend. They have a friendly, knowledgeable staff who are ready to answer questions, prices at or even sometimes below fair market value as determined by something like price charting and WOW the selection! Everything from the USA and Japan from Atari on up. Boxed Famicom and Super Famicom games brand new, and pretty much any system you would ever ask for even very rare ones like the Panasonic "Q" (Gamecube/DVD Player/Stereo) If you have a friend who loves buying retro games, or you do - and you don't want to deal with ebay and guesswork go see these guys. They have everything you need and also keep an updated Facebook with new intake that they are extremely responsive on. Their stock is in awesome shape and everything I've seen works as if it were brand new. Definitely power up your collection with Retro-Taku Games; the best classic game store in Michigan. read more

Its great place to go for retro games and any hard to find older items staff is friendly and easy to talk to. prices are fair However, the store is dirty. Stock is scattered and piled on the floor Its hard to find cool games and make a sale if its thrown in a box on the floor with 50 other items There is clutter behind the counter,general disorganization and rubbish on the floor. The two guys in the store should stop playing DOTA and do some actual work. I know if they were working for me they would. read more

Best video game store in the world. Way better than anywhere in southern california. Best selection anywhere and great competitive prices. This store even competes with online sales which is damn near impossible these days. read more

I picked up some great movies, from the extensive collection. Excellent prices and selection.

the service is incredible, finally found somewhere to sell skylanders hallelujah!!!! the employees are very helpful, and they all were wearing masks and i felt very comfortable! if you want anything retro come here!! they have atari games, gameboy games, xbox, ps1-2-3-4 anything even wii games!! highly reccomended read more

This place is extremely well organized and full of rare gems. The owner is courteous and polite and so helpful. It was an honor to be able to stop in. I won't hesitate next time that I'm in town! read more

Awesome staff, great prices, and a really vast selection of games and collectibles- there's always a ton of gems to find here. Get there, gamers! read more

This place not only has a ton of cool and hard-to-find stuff but they're also super friendly and helpful. I highly recommend it.

This place has the most AMAZING selection of Japanese import this side of the Mississippi!!! The owner, Dan, is really knowledgeable about videogames and has great prices and is willing to do trades. Totally great store! read more

This place is amazing. The staff is super friendly and extremely helpful. I purchased a game from them and they told me if it didn't work to my liking I could return it in 30 days. They tested the game and it worked for them but not well on my older system but they let me return it no problem. All of their items are priced fair. Probably about 5-10% cheaper than what you would find on eBay. Their prices are also a lot cheaper than other retro gaming stores in the area. They are a step above competition because of friendly staff and good quality items at a fair price. Please don't change any of this!! read more

You won't find selection akin to this store anywhere around. Prices range from fair to too low, so don't hesitate to buy anything. Shop here. End. read more

Absolutely amazing game store! The store offers a very fair trade-in value, as well as an amazing selection of domestic and imported titles! read more

This store is the greatest video game store out there. If you're looking for imports, rarities, most wanted games, and the most knowledgeable staff that are passionate about video games past to present, this is your store. All the staff here are incredible workers and will go out of their way to make sure your customer satisfaction is fulfilled. Been going here since day 1 and will continue for a long, long time. read more