Video Game Repair
Video Game Console Repair in Sacramento
Fair Game Retro in Sacramento now offers repair services for video games and game consoles! Here we value the importance of keeping your game console in perfect shape. Not only do we handle your valuables with care, but we also move quick to provide you with quality service. We can make repairs on systems as retro as the 1985 NES, all the way to the newer systems such as the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S. These repairs do require a non-refundable $35 diagnostic deposit fee.
Game Console Repair Services
Nintendo - NES, Nintendo 64, GameCube, Wii, Gameboy, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch OLED
PlayStation - PlayStation 1, PlayStation 2, PSP, PlayStation 3, PS Vita, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Xbox - Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S
If you don’t see your game console listed, don’t hesitate to come into Fair Game Retro in Sacramento or contact the store! We will work with you to the best of our ability to identify the problem fast and make sure you can start gaming again.
Most Common Game Console Problems
It is not uncommon for video game consoles to have problems from time to time. From the Nintendo Switch to the PlayStation 5 - every system has their issues! Even if it feels frustrating in the moment, just know you are not alone, and we can help you. Here’s a few of the most common problems we encounter in the video game console industry:
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Overheating - This can happen if your fans are not properly working to keep the game console cool. Make sure your system is in a well-ventilated area and keep dust from building up on your fans!
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Lagging or Running Slow - Is your game console taking forever to load? Or your games seem to be moving almost in slow motion? It could be a hard drive issue!
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Audio and Video Issues - Are you having trouble hearing or seeing your game? It could be an HDMI issue or something internal!
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Not Turning On - Your game console stopped turning on? Give it to us so we can identify the issue and take a closer look at the hardware!
Video Game Repair Services
We are able to do minor repairs on your retro video games - as long as the cartridge boards are large enough for cleaning and trace repair. Did you recently find your old Legend of Zelda NES cartridge but can’t get it to run? Don’t panic - bring in your cartridge and we will repair the problem, so you don't have to wait to beat Ganon once again.
If you're also curious about how to keep these older cartridges in the best shape moving forward, we will be happy to answer any questions asked. Here at Fair Game Retro in Sacramento, our team knows how important it is to make sure these gaming collectibles are able to run smoothly.
Disc Repair Services
We also do professional grade resurfacing on scratched discs and CDs. That includes games, movies, and software DVDs. If you encounter skipping issues, or the CD won’t even start to begin with, we are able to fix those problems.
In a world of digital downloads and streaming, it’s important to keep your physical copies in the best shape possible. You never know how much they’ll be worth 40 years from now!
Why Should You Get Your Game Console Fixed?
Whether it’s your old Gameboy Color or your Xbox Series X - it’s important to try to fix what you currently have before you consider replacing. Not only is it more cost-effective than buying an entirely new gaming console, but we could also help prevent you from entering the cycle of buying and breaking. When you give us your gaming console, we will move fast to fix the root of the problem. From there we will tell you what exactly went wrong, and how to potentially prevent the same thing from happening in the future.
Not to mention, it will be harder to find an older gaming console that is in perfect condition if yours does happen to break. Instead of searching high and low for a gently used Nintendo GameCube or PlayStation 2, contact our store so we can fix your game console and ensure that you get many more years to beat your favorite retro games.