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Retro Only was started as a resource to help people just like you get the answers to their questions about retro Music, arcade machine, video game consoles, toys, board games, and more. Over the years we have expanded to include some more modern products but have tried to keep the retro theme. Hi, I’m Matt …
Do you own a Gameboy and wonder if your games were worth anything? Maybe you recently went to sell your gameboy and realized that some of your games may be worth quite a bit of money. Well, we are here to help answer your questions and guide you through the most valuable games of the …
Have you ever looked into buying an arcade machine but you weren’t sure how much one would cost? Maybe you just purchased one and you want to know if you got a good deal on it. No matter what question you want to know the answer to, we will answer it here. So how much …
Rayman is a video game character that has been quite popular over the years. Rayman was originally released in 1995. Many people feel that Rayman looks a lot like an eggplant so the question naturally arises of whether or not he actually is one. Is Rayman an eggplant? Clearly, Rayman is not an eggplant as …
In recent years the ways of listening to music has changed quite a bit. What used to be either listening on a radio or using a record has now exploded into listening to music via phones, computers, tablets, CDs, records, and more! All of these ways to listen to music brings up the question of …
If you are just getting into records or have been into them for years you might be wondering about the thickness of a vinyl record. This article will answer how thick a twelve inch vinyl record is but this answer will apply to almost any record sizes that you find. Unfortunately there isn’t an exact …
Have you ever played the game Rummikub, but you don’t remember if you have to draw every turn? Maybe you just can’t remember how many tiles you start with. Well, we are here to answer all of your questions. So do you have to draw every turn in Rummikub? Although many people think you have …
PlayStation is a brand known worldwide and has achieved the status of being one of the best (if not the best) video game manufacturers on the planet. Playstation game systems are a great product and many people choose to buy a Playstation console every time that a new one is released. With amazing quality products …
Do you remember playing the game Chutes and Ladders as a kid growing up? Maybe you are just starting off life with your own children and you want to know if this game is still around. Maybe you just purchased the game but think it is missing some dice. No matter what questions you have, …
Have you ever heard about an Arcade 1up machine, but you didn’t know what it was? Maybe one of your friends just purchased one and you didn’t want to sound dumb and say you didnt know what it was. No matter what reason you want to know about the Arcade 1up machine, we have the …
Times have changed, and the Playstation, if you haven’t noticed, has been more than a game console for a while now. The Playstation stepped its game up- no pun intended- through features that serve entertainment on a silver platter. You can use the console to play music as well as movies. While these practices are …
Have you ever wondered if Atari and Nintendo were the same company? Maybe you heard that Nintendo bought Atari and you wanted to know if it’s true. Well you came to the right place. So does Nintendo own Atari? Although many people do not know this, Atari was a company far before Nintnedo, and Nintnedo …
If you play many games you will likely know about Sonic the Hedgehog and Nintendo’s Mario. Since Sega has been out of the gaming market for a while, Nintendo has been pressing to buy Sonic the Hedgehog. So should Sega sell Sonic to Nintendo? If you are a die hard Sega fan, then there is …
If you own a PlayStation, you’ll find that your endless, insatiate desire for games is like an itch that cannot be scratched. With thousands of games waiting to be played and only limited purchases that you can afford to make, the life of a gamer is a tough call. Don’t worry though, your PlayStation has …
When it comes to entertainment, nothing can beat the features of the PlayStation system. This video game system is likely one of the best household entertainment devices, which needs no typical introduction. Having a Playstation in your home means that not only can you play a large variety of games but you can also watch …
Do you own an Arcade 1up machine and wondered about selling it to someone in Canada? Maybe you have friends that live in Canada and you wanted to send them an Arcade 1up machine as a gift. Well here we will answer all of your questions. So does Arcade 1up ship to Canada? Although Arcade …
Every once in a while Sony comes up with a new model of their most popular gaming option available, PlayStation. I would be foolish to say that its games and system are not good.The quality gaming and the great graphics is what attracts gamers to the Playstation console the most. You can enhance your gaming …
A PlayStation is a gaming console developed by Sony. It is a device used for playing video games but can also be used for streaming services or to play DVDs and Blu-Rays. The controller is an important part of the Playstation system as it is what you will use to control the system as well …
Have you ever wondered about a gaming console or game you were playing and thought it just seems childish? Maybe you have played a few Nintendo consoles and they didn’t seem like they were good enough for Adults. So is Nintendo Childish? Although some people believe that Nintendo consoles and games are childish, you will …
Do you own a Nintendo 64 and wonder if they will ever remake it? Maybe you have heard rumors about the Nintendo 64 Classic and when it might be released. No matter what the question is, you will find the answer in this article. So is there a Nintendo 64 classic? Although a lot of …
Do you have an arcade machine and the arcade monitor just stopped working? Maybe you are trying to fix it on your own and you are having problems? No matter what your question or problem is, we have the answer for you. So How do you fix an arcade monitor? Although some people have tried …
It is exciting to be able to spend time playing games on your PlayStation and being able to enjoy all the latest video games and streaming or watching various movies via blu-ray or dvd. When you are using your Playstation on a daily basis to play your video games, taking proper care of it is …
Have you heard people talking about a new arcade machine that they got for christmas or maybe that they went and bought on amazon? Maybe you only heard the name 1up and wondered what someone was talking about. Well, we are here to answer all of your questions. So what is an Arcade 1up Machine? …
Do you own an Atari and just can’t get it to work on your new TV? Maybe you are considering buying an Atari, and wanna make sure it can work on newer tvs. No matter what your problem is, we have the answer. So does Atari work on new tvs? Although the original Atari has …
If you have ever played Rayman before, then you know how fun and exciting the game can be. You are also aware of how difficult the game can be to pass though. So is the Rayman Legends game worth it? Although some gamers do not like Raymond or any of the games, there is something …
Do you love to play arcade games, but hate the prices they are charging today just to play one? Don’t you wish that there was a way that you could play one without paying? Well in this article we will answer all of your questions! So how do you play arcade machines for free? Although …
Have you ever been playing an arcade game and had a problem with the arcade stick not working properly? Maybe you are having that issue right now which is why you are looking for the answer to this question! So how do you fix your arcade stick? Although most people think replacing a broken arcade …
If you are a gamer, even if you aren’t a big gamer, you have heard of Sega and Xbox. Maybe you have even owned one or both the consoles and you noticed some similar qualities. So is Sega the same as Xbox? If you have wondered this, you are not alone. Although Sega and Xbox …
Do you own a Sega Genesis and a Sega CD? Maybe you just recently heard about the Sega CDX, or you have owned one for a long time. The one question everyone wants to know is: Does the Sega CDX play 32x games? The Sega CDX was designed to play both the games from the …
Have you recently heard of the Nintendo Labo? Maybe you just saw some kids with them and wondered if they were made for adults? No matter what question you have, we are here with the answers. So is Nintendo Labo for adults? Although Nintendo Labo was produced as an add on to their gaming systems, …
Have you ever played Galaga and wondered if you could get more than one ship? Maybe you heard a rumor that you could play with more than one ship and you want to know if it’s true. So how many ships can you get in the Galaga game? In the Galaga game, you can actually …
Have you ever wondered why a company would ban someone from selling their items? Maybe you have recently visited Mexico and realized there were no Nintendo products there. So I am sure you are wondering, Is Nintendo banned in Mexico? Although it is not illegal to own a Nintendo if you live in Mexico, Nintendo …
Do you own an Atari and wondered if they were region locked? Maybe you prefer to play international games and you are considering buying an Atari Jaguar. So is the Atari Jaguar region free? Although there is some confusion about whether the Atari Jaguar is region free or not, you will be happy to know …
Have you heard about the Atari Breakout game on Google Images? Maybe you saw one of your friends playing it on their laptop and wondered if you could play it on your phone. So does Atari Breakout work on an iPhone and iPad? Although Atari Breakout was originally designed to work on Desktop and Laptop …
Do you own a Dreamcast and wonder if it will play all of your Saturn games? Maybe you are looking at buying a Dreamcast, but don’t want to buy all new games for it. No matter what question you have, we are here to help. So can the Sega Dreamcast play Saturn games? Although many …
Have you ever wondered about the two gaming systems and wondered who was bigger? This debate has been going on for quite some time, and today we are going to settle it once and for all. So Is Nintendo Bigger than PlayStation? Although there are a lot of different variables, both Nintendo and Sony both …
Do you own the Sega Saturn, and want to play your Genesis games on it? Maybe you are looking at buying a Sega Saturn, but don’t want to buy all new games so you are trying to figure out if the Saturn will play Genesis games or not. So can the Sega Saturn play Genesis …
Have you ever blown into a Nintendo cartridge? Well if you have ever owned the original Nintendo or even the N64, then I am sure you have. Maybe you are wondering if this actually works, or if this worked for anyone besides you. Well we have the answers for you as well as the pros …
Do you own an Atari and wondered where all the games come from? Maybe you want to design games for Atari someday and want to know what that entails. Well this article will help answer any questions you might have! So how are Atari games made? Building up a game is a long procedure including …
If you own a Sega Mega Drive, you have probably had an issue with the sound. Maybe one of your friends is having an issue and you are looking up the answer. Well you will definitely want to keep reading this article! So How do you fix a Sega Mega Drive that has no sound? …
Do you own a Sega Saturn and love playing games on the system? Are you tired of changing ports on your tv if you want to watch a movie though? Well if you are like me you will want to keep reading this article. So can the Sega Saturn play DVDs? Although the Sega Saturn …
Have you grown up playing the Atari and heard about the Atari Breakout game? Maybe you went to the app store, but are unable to find it! So does Atari Breakout still work? Although Atari Breakout does not work in the traditional sense through an app, the Atari breakout game can still be played online. …
Do you own an Atari console and wondered if the Atari Lynx is region free? Maybe you are considering buying one and you want to make sure you can play games from all over the world instead of just your region. No matter what your question is, we will answer it in this article. So …
Have you ever wondered about buying products from the country they were made in? Maybe you like good deals, or are looking to buy direct from the source. No matter what answer you are looking for, you will be able to find it in this article. So are Nintendo products cheaper in Japan? If you …
Do you own a Nintendo 64 and wondered if you could play games from other countries on it? Maybe you are looking to get one, but you prefer the games from another country. Well if you are looking to find out if the N64 is region locked then you are in the right place! We …
Do you own an original Nintendo, but have yet to find the sd slot, or a place to save a game? Maybe you are wondering why some games you can save your progress on and others you cannot. Did your console get full already? Well we will answer all of these questions and more in …
Do you own an Atari 800 and wondered if you could play the games from the 2600? Maybe you are looking at buying one of the systems. If you need to buy the Atari 800 you can get one here, and if you want the 2600, it is available here! So can the Atari 800 …
Do you own a Super Nintendo and wanna know if you can save games on the device? Maybe you are interested in purchasing a memory card for the Super Nintendo, but you can’t find a spot to insert it. Well if you are wanting to know more about the Super Nintendo and Memory cards, you …
Have you ever wondered if Nintendo actually made money with its new consoles that they released? Maybe you want to know how they stack up against other gaming consoles that were released about the same time. Well, we have the answers for you in this article. So did Nintendo lose money on the Wii U? …
If you are new to arcades or gaming in general then you may have heard about an arcade bar and wondered what exactly it is. You are in luck. In this article we will go into detail about what an arcade bar is as well as explain some more things about it. So, what is …
Have you ever wondered if your Sega Genesis could play games that were not from the United States? Maybe you are wanting to try, but don’t want to ruin your console. Either way, this article is here to help you! So can the Sega Genesis play Japanese games? Although most people would not want to …
Do you have a Nintendo Switch and wanna play with your friends but don’t want to carry around your whole console? Maybe you just want to play one game at his house, but he doesn’t have extra controllers. Well, we have good news for you in the rest of this article! So are Nintendo Switch …
Do you own an Atari and wondered how their games were even programmed? With the console being so old, programming was fairly new, and the Atari was no exception. So if you want to know about the Atari and how it worked, you will want to keep reading. So how were Atari games programmed? Although …
Are you suffering from records jumping or skipping? Do you want to know the reason and also want to know how to prevent and fix your records with this issue? Then please keep reading, I am sure you will find all of your answers. Why do vinyl records jump? A common reason your record may …
Record players are great to listen to music… when they are working right, But what can you do when your record player starts skipping and jumping? Is there a way to fix it? Why is my record player jumping? There are a few different reasons that record players jump. Most commonly the issue is because …
We have seen a number of people asking the question “Why are arcade machines so big?”. Of course that question is especially pertinent because we now have technology that allows us to play video games from our tiny phones or video game consoles. We are writing this article to answer this question and other questions …
Do you have an NES Classic and want to know if you can play it in Europe? Maybe the system is cheaper in Europe so you want to buy one from there. No matter the reason, you will find your answer in this article. So will the European NES Classic work in the U.S.? The …
Have you ever wondered about playing a different gaming system Cartridges on the Atari Flashback? Well you are not alone in this question. If you have a lot of different games, and want to play them on the Atari Flashback, you will want to keep reading. So can the Atari Flashback play cartridges? Unfortunately the …
Have you been looking at buying a retro gaming system but don’t know which one you should go with? With all the options out there the choice can be difficult, but we will help guide you through the best of the best. So, should I buy the Sega Dreamcast? Although there is quite a bit …
In this digital world where everyone is adopting new lifestyles, there are still some people who value their old stuff. If we look around we will see many people who still listen to the old music of their era. They still think that record players have the best sound quality as compared to cassettes, CDs, …
Have you ever wondered what a video game console weighed? Maybe you are wondering what console weighs the most. No matter what you are wanting to know, we have the answer for you in this article! So how much does a video game console weigh? Because of the component and the material used to create …
You just bought a brand new record. You got it home and immediately opened it and put it on the player only to hear that it was popping! Why does every new record seem to pop? Is there any way to fix this issue? That is what this article is all about. We are here …
Are you wanting to share a Nintendo Switch game with your friends? Maybe you want a game that one of your friends is playing. Well in this article we will let you know if this is possible. So are Nintendo Switch games shareable? Although some people have problems gamesharing with their friends, It is possible …
Do you own an Atari console and wonder how many were made before the one you own? Maybe you are looking to buy an Atari console, and want to know the differences between them and how many there are. No matter what question you have, this article will answer them all. So how many Atari …
If you are looking at buying a retro Sega console and not sure what one to purchase, you are in the right place. Have you considered buying the Sega Saturn but scared to bite the bullet and purchase it? Well, you are not alone, and we are here to help. So, should I buy a …
Almost everyone has been to an amusement arcade at some point in their lives. Arcades are always an exciting place to go and spend an afternoon playing a bunch of games against friends, family, or complete strangers. We all know about arcades but what are penny arcades? Penny arcades are simply arcades that still have …
In recent years vinyl records have been making a comeback. With the craze and obsession over vinyl records, you may have asked yourself why. Why are vinyl records making a comeback? Why are people choosing to listen to round pieces of plastic rather than just streaming the music on their phone or computer? What is …
If you have a record collection that you are going to be moving from one place to another or are simply thinking about buying a few records but aren’t going straight home then this article is for you. In this article we will discuss the temperatures that records begin to melt and whether that can …
When we come across different record players, one major thing that you might notice about them is that they have a way to choose different speeds. Why do they have different speed options on the players? Shouldn’t all the players have the same speed? Why do records play at different speeds? The main reason that …
As the popularity of records has increased in recent years so has the need to be able to ship the record players. Shipping a record player is no easy feat and one that requires careful planning as well as careful packing. Of course before you ship a record player you probably want to know how …
Have you ever wondered if your NES games might ever stop working? Maybe you are having problems with some of your NES games working on your console and wondered if someone else is having this issue. Have you wondered if you are going to have to replace your entire collection? Well we have the answers …
If you are new to vinyl record players then there are few things that you need to keep in mind. You cannot just go into a record store and expect all of the record players to work exactly the same. If you find a record player that is selling for a price that is too …
Records have been around for decades. In recent years they have started to become more popular again. Whether you have been collecting records for decades or are brand new to records it is important to know what happens if they get cold before you decide where to store them. So, how cold can records get? …
Have you wondered how the original NES saved the games that were being played? No matter if you are playing one right now and want to know how to save your game, or you are looking ithis up for a friend, we are here to help. So how did the original NES save games? The …
Have you wondered if Sega will ever make more gaming consoles? Maybe you are like me and you are really hoping that Sega will get back in the console making game. So could Sega make a comeback? Although Sega could make a comeback and create a new console, they would have to make some major …
Do you own a Sega Saturn and just realized that there is a cartridge slot as well as the normal disc drive? Have you wondered what that slot is for? Maybe you are just now looking to buy a Sega Saturn and realized there is still what looks like a cartridge slot even though the …
Do you love the original atari game pong, but are sad it isn’t anywhere around anymore? Maybe you have an IPad and wondered if you can play atari games on your IPad? If you want answers to these questions and more, then you will want to read this article! So how do I play Atari …
Do you have an Atari 2600 and want to make sure it is working properly? Maybe you are going to purchase one and you want to make sure you know how to tell if it’s working properly or not. No matter why you want to know the answer, we have the answer to this question. …
Are you looking to clear out several shelves of storage space packed with Vinyl records? Maybe you just found some records for dirt cheap and want to try to do a little weekend DIY project. There are tons of things that you can do with records but most of them require actually cutting the record. …
Although some people do not know what the Nintendo Labo kit is, they are just missing out on life. Although many people do not know what it is, the gamers who have it are truly geniuses! So is the Nintendo Labo a failure? While some people say the Nintendo labo is a failure, it has …
So you have a killer collection of vintage records but you have to move? Obviously you want to make sure that your collection makes it across the city or across the country without getting damaged, but how do you do that? What is the best way to make sure that they stay safe during that …
If you love records or simply like seeing what a store has you might find yourself in a store filled with records. When you breathe in the air you might wonder why the smell seems familiar. You wouldn’t be the first person to feel this way. Vinyl records always make you wonder what they smell …
Music hasn’t always been available to stream for free. Although we often take free music for granted it is a relatively recent change in the industry. In the 1960s the main source of music was records. Not only did you have to purchase these records but even if you just liked one of the songs …
Have you ever seen a Super Nintendo and wondered if it had any place for a memory card? Maybe you are looking to buy one, but you want to make sure you can save all of your favorite games that you are going to play. No matter if you own one, or you are looking …
If you are thinking about buying an Atari, then you have to go with the 2600. The 2600 is one of the best Atari consoles ever made! Although I am getting ahead of myself, so let’s back up. So should I buy an Atari 2600? Although the Atari 2600 may not be the first gaming …
Vinyl records are made from a very delicate plastic. When records are stored in moist or non-climate controlled places (storage units, garages, sheds, etc.) they can quickly begin to get moldy. Of course not only is mold bad for your health but it also makes your records unusable. So, if your records do get moldy …
Do you have an Arcade 1up machine and love playing it? As much as everyone loves these machines, there is one major issue with a couple of them, and that is the spinner! Well we have some good news for you! In this article we will show you hwo to fix the Arcade 1up spinner. …
If you have been collecting records or CDs for a while at some point you have probably wondered whether records last longer than CDs? You might have also wanted to know which one is better than another? Well, in this article we will cover both of those questions and much more. Do records last longer …
Do you own a NES Classic and want to know if it will be a collector’s item? Maybe you are looking at buying one and want to know if you should open the box, or leave it boxed up. No matter what you are looking to find out, we will answer these questions as well …
When the NES classic was released, there was a lot of hype to build up the game. If you are like me, you don’t just jump at the first thing that comes along. You are patient and want the best deal. So i’m sure you have wondered if the NES Classic will be worth money. …
If you are just curious about records or are trying to learn if your collection is flammable then you are in the right place. In this article we will discuss whether records can burn and other related questions that you might have about records and fire! Do vinyl records burn? Records are made from vinyl …
Have you been playing the Sega recently, and noticed they only had a few good games to play? Why would a company make so many games that the players don’t like? That just doesn’t seem very smart. So why does Sega make bad games? Although Sega does not try to make bad games, it seems …
Are you looking at the Sega Dreamcast and considering buying one? Maybe you have been thinking about it for a while, but cannot decide if you should pull the trigger on actually buying one. So is the Sega Dreamcast worth buying? The Dreamcast is worth buying because of the nostalgia alone. It is especially worth …
If you are new to collecting vinyl records or if you are just wanting to find the best way to store your record collection then you are in the right spot. In this article we will discuss the best furniture to store records and specifically the Eket furniture piece. Do records fit in Eket furniture? …
One of the most addicting, yet simple arcade games out there is the pinball machine. No matter how many quarters you feed into it, you always want to play again. Many sore losers like to believe magnets play a factor in this game, perhaps to draw the metal ball closer to the drain, but is …
There is nothing quite like a record player to listen to music or dance to. If you are brand new to record players you might have seen crank record players and wondered if all record players are like that or if some of them need electricity. Well in this article we will answer that question. …
If you have a bunch of extra records or are trying to decorate a game room or something in your house then hanging those records from the ceiling is a cool option to consider. As difficult as this may sound, trust me it is quite easy. Hanging your vinyl records from the ceiling can give …
If you are getting into record collecting or have heard about records but don’t know a lot about them, then this article is for you. Records were the most popular music storage medium of the last century. In recent years they have been becoming popular again so people are trying to learn more about them. …
Have you ever thought about buying an Atari? Maybe you used to own one when you were a kid, and want one for your kids today. No matter the reason you are looking to buy an Atari, this article will help you decide which is the best to buy! There is a long list of …
You may have seen a jukebox on TV, in a quaint diner, or a music store. A jukebox tends to provide a nostalgic experience, especially when it plays a song that you love or have fond memories around. It is clear that owners would need to purchase the jukebox to use it. Still, it only …
If you need more excitement in music, you can enjoy a significant amount of deep and punchy bass while listening to music. Bass will add some nice sound quality to any music that you are listening to. If you have a record player though you might be wondering if record players even have bass? Record …