Gameshop Downstairs - San Jose, California

Kevin T. G.

Probably the best retro gaming store that I've been to. They have a huge, awesome collection of items. I picked up a few VHS tapes , and everything is fair priced. Friendly staff. Good vibes. You'll definitely find a hidden gem here. 5 stars.

Loverly B.

The best game shop in the Bay. Super friendly owners and staff. Always a fun time looking through their inventory and hangin’ out in the shop. So many good ones to add to the personals. Thanks guys! Appreciate you guys so much. I’ll be sure to visit again when I find myself back in the Bay 🫡❤️‍🔥

💥 Support local, especially Gameshop Downstairs 💥

Andrew J.

A hidden gem for retro games! It's part of an electronics shop, which you enter first before going downstairs. They've got a huge selection and their prices are very competitive. The staff are all friendly, too. Not all of them are hobbyists but they can tell you all about their stock. The shelves are lined with everything from games to VHSs to toys to cards to gaming accessories. Their selection of console games is nearly 3x their handheld selection. It includes imports as well. Most of the notable Nintendo handheld games are by the front counter and are usually limited. Super high value items and collectibles are kept right by the entrance in tall cabinets. It's hard not to walk out with something here!

Jacob A.

I’ve been going pretty often nowadays, and every time I go it’s a great experience. The prices are extremely fair (better than eBay prices). I love retro games, and it’s cool this place is pretty close to me. Owner is a chill dude too.

phillip F.

This store took me by surprise. I live an hour away but was in the area and decided to swing inside. This store is simply incredible. There are tons of aisles filled with figures, cards, import games, all sorts of retro games, and tons of vhs and crt TVs. The selection is top notch for every system and whether you collect games, figures, or cards I can guarantee they have stuff you’re looking for. The owner(s) are super nice and after mentioning it was my first time in there we chatted for a little bit. Very humble and nice people in there. I want this place to get the attention it deserves so definitely go check it out. Thanks for the good deal on Pokémon pinball! - Phill

Andres L.

Very old school feel to this comic , card and video game location. Loved it and so did my sons. Excellent customer service especially with my lil guys. We have been here many time before in the past but hadn’t stopped by in a minute and they have expanded the underground shop and it turned out very well and my boys loved it. Will be stopping by to spend more money soon. Many thanks to the young man running the shop/show! Appreciate you.

Truman L.

Gameshop Downstairs has some of the most friendly and helpful staff I've seen in the retro video game and comic shop scene in San Jose.

In addition to great staff, the store has a very good selection of foreign retro games, mainly from Japan.
Long story short, since I'm continually looking for Nintendo Famicom accessories and games, I will recommend!

M ?. F. B.

They have much more then Pokémon cards , manga books and dvds , took my daughter here she loves it , pick up 2 manga books for her and some Pokemon cards for my self