Throwback Gamez

Throwback Gamez pairs retro consoles with a Pokemon cards Oceanside counter, plus modded handhelds, disc resurfacing, and a standing military discount.

Voted a North County favorite, Throwback Gamez on Vista Way is first a retro and modern video game store, but collectors keep it on their Oceanside loop for the trading card counter tucked among the consoles. Glass cases of cartridges and CIB classics share floor space with Pokemon singles, sealed packs, and a rotating mix of collectible odds and ends.

The shop's reputation rests on staff who actually know the catalog, whether you are hunting a rare title or a specific Pokemon card. That same expertise extends to a workshop side of the business: custom modded handhelds shipped with a warranty, plus disc resurfacing to revive scratched discs and game saves.

For card buyers, the appeal is browsing trading cards Oceanside collectors can pair with retro gaming in one stop, rather than a deep tournament scene. You will find current Pokemon product alongside vintage gaming, action figures, toys, books, and Funko Pops, which makes it an easy detour for a family of mixed hobbyists.

Throwback also looks after the local base, extending generous discounts to military personnel, a nice touch in a Marine-heavy town. Hours are 11am to 8pm Monday through Friday, 10am to 8pm Saturday, and 11am to 6pm Sunday, so there is plenty of runway to dig through the bins on a weekend afternoon.