Refund policy
Return & Refund Policy
Effective Date: September 18, 2025
At Retro vGames, your satisfaction is our priority. All new and pre-owned products sold by us are backed by our 1-Year Free Warranty. Below are the full details for returns, exchanges, refunds, and warranty coverage.
Quick Facts
- Warranty: 1 year from delivery of your final package
- Refund window: Full refunds available within 30 days for defective/damaged items
- Return shipping: Paid by the customer unless the item is defective, damaged, or incorrect
- Approval required: Do not ship returns without authorization — unauthorized returns may be refused
Return & Exchange Policy
Return Eligibility
- Items must be returned within 30 days for refund requests (defective/damaged) or exchange/store credit for change-of-mind
- After 30 days, items are covered under the 1-year warranty for repair or replacement (no refunds)
- Items must be returned in original condition with all parts, accessories, and packaging
- A valid receipt or order confirmation is required
Change-of-Mind Returns
Returns due to change of mind may be accepted within 30 days but may incur a 10% restocking fee. Customers are responsible for return shipping.
How to Start a Return
- Email help@retrovgames.com with your order number, photos/videos, and reason for return
- Wait for return authorization and instructions (including correct return address)
- Ship the item securely using a trackable method and keep your tracking number
Important: Do not ship returns without approval. Always use the address provided in your return authorization email.
Return Shipping
- Customers are responsible for return shipping unless the return is due to our error
- We provide prepaid labels for defective/incorrect items within the U.S. or Canada
- International return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility
- Use a trackable carrier — we are not responsible for lost returns without tracking
Refund Policy
- Defective/Damaged Items: Full refunds available within 30 days if requested
- Refund Timing: Processed within 5–7 business days after inspection; banks may take longer
- Non-Refundable Charges: Expedited shipping and warranty add-ons
- Chargebacks: Filing a dispute before contacting us may result in denial of your return
Items Not Eligible for Return
- Gift cards
- Items outside the 30-day refund window (warranty still applies)
- Products altered, misused, or missing components
- Bundles unless returned in full
1-Year Warranty (Repair / Replacement)
- Covers defects in workmanship and functional failures not caused by misuse
- Email help@retrovgames.com to start a claim
- Troubleshooting will be provided before repair/replacement
- Does not cover accidental damage, misuse, or unauthorized modifications
Return Addresses
U.S. Returns (if directed by support):
Retro vGames
111 West Elm Street
Fleetwood, PA 19522
United States
Canadian Returns (if directed by support):
Retro vGames
Unit 145, 11500 Stonehill Drive NE
Calgary, AB T3N 2M7
Canada
Your return authorization email will confirm which address to use.
Contact & Support
If you have questions or need return authorization:
Email: help@retrovgames.com
Phone: +1 4238738768