Amazon launches retro gaming portal

Posted byby Mike Minotti
November 1, 2017
Updated June 19, 2025
1 min

Amazon has launched a new Retro Zone that focuses on classic games. It features mobile apps for nostalgic favorites like Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Final Fantasy IV, clothing, toys, books, and retro consoles.

Amazon dedicating an entire portal to retro gaming is another sign of how big the market is becoming. We’ve seen Nintendo make a big impact with its NES and SNES Classic Systems, showing just how hungry nostalgic gamers are to re-experience their favorites.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.