Limited Run Games review

Limited Run Games is a different kind of place to buy retro games: it publishes new physical editions instead of reselling used ones. Its about page says it has published over 1000 physical and digital games since 2015, including retro re-releases, cult classics and collaborations with Konami and LucasArts. The shop currently lists releases for classic hardware, such as a Twinkle Tale Collector's Edition for the Sega Genesis at $59.99, next to modern console editions. Buying new avoids worn labels and reproduction risk, but it takes patience. The FAQ says pre-order items can take 4 to 10 months to ship, and items already in hand can take up to two weeks. Returns go through an online request form, and the store emails a return label if a request is approved, though no fixed window is published. Missed releases often sell for more on resale markets. We compared documented features and published prices only.

Who it is for

Collectors who want new, sealed physical copies of classic and retro-style games rather than used originals.

Price

Free to shop; Genesis collector's editions listed at $59.99.

Twinkle Tale Collector’s Edition (Genesis) $59.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 11, 2026.

Key features

• Over 1000 physical and digital games published since 2015
• Retro re-releases and collaborations with Konami and LucasArts
• New cartridge releases for classic consoles, such as Genesis collector's editions
• Pre-order tracking and management in your account
• Online return request form

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: New, sealed copies avoid the risks of used hardware and reproductions
• Strength: Collector's editions for classic systems
• Strength: Clear shipping ETAs on product pages
• Weakness: Pre-orders can take 4 to 10 months to ship
• Weakness: Releases are limited, so missed items end up on resale markets
• Weakness: Return window is not published on the returns page

Key facts

• Founded: 2015
• Games published: Over 1000 physical and digital
• Pre-order shipping: 4 to 10 months, depending on the item
• In-stock shipping: Up to two weeks
• Motto: Forever Physical

Where it ranks

Limited Run Games is No. 8 in our Best Places to Buy Retro Games verdict.